LINC-8 Maintenance Manual

LINC-8 Maintenance Manual, Volume I (November 1967)

This manual provides comprehensive maintenance and technical information for the LINC-8 high-speed, dual-computer system, which comprises the LINC (Laboratory INstrument Computer) and the PDP-8 (Programmed Data Processor 8).

Key contents include: * Introduction: Overview of the system, related documentation, and physical description. * PROGOFOP (PROGram OF OPeration): Description of the program that handles LINC-8 memory, console switch operations, interrupt servicing, and magtape routines. * Functional Logic Description: Detailed logic elements of the LINC/PDP-8 interface, memory addressing, LINC registers (A, B, P, Z, C, R), and magtape control. * Instruction Timing: Explanations of LINC instruction timing-flow diagrams. * Maintenance: Philosophy and procedures, including scheduled maintenance, diagnostic programs (e.g., SUDSY), marginal checks, timing tests, and mechanical adjustments for tape transport and analog systems.

This volume is intended for technical personnel requiring detailed knowledge of the LINC-8's logic and internal operation.