DOS/BATCH EBCDIC Conversion Program (EBASCI)

This programmer's manual provides instructions for the EBASCI utility, designed for the DOS/BATCH operating system. The program's primary function is to read input from magnetic tape in EBCDIC format, perform a conversion to ASCII, and write the output to a specified device. The document covers:

• Set-up Information: Requirements for input/output device assignments, including default settings and procedures for non-default configurations.
• Label Processing: Guidelines for handling labeled (ANSI standard) and unlabeled tapes.
• Operating Procedures: A step-by-step guide on how to run the program, manage file positioning, confirm file specifications, and configure translation options such as optional CR/LF insertion.
• System Limits: Specifications regarding maximum block and record sizes.