DA10 PDP-8/9 Interface

This document serves as the official instruction manual for the DA10 Interface, published in June 1968. It details the setup and usage of this optional unit, which facilitates data and control signal transfers between a PDP-10 processor and a PDP-8 or PDP-9 processor. The manual is divided into six chapters covering:

• Introduction: General description and specifications.
• Operation and Programming: Indicator panel functions, power control, and device selection codes for each processor type.
• Installation: Power requirements, environmental needs, device selection wiring, and bus connection instructions.
• Theory of Operation: A functional and detailed breakdown of data transfer mechanisms and diagnostic logic.
• Maintenance: Preventive and corrective maintenance procedures, including module troubleshooting and repair.
• Engineering Drawings: A guide to understanding drawing terminology, logic symbols, and a comprehensive list of included engineering documentation.