PDP-11 Peripherals and Interfacing Handbook

This handbook, titled 'PDP-11 Peripherals and Interfacing Handbook' (1972 edition), is designed for users of PDP-11 computer systems. It is divided into two primary parts:

• Part I: Peripherals and Options: Provides detailed descriptions, programming information, and technical specifications for standard PDP-11 peripheral devices. This includes chapters on:

  • Programming Peripherals
  • Basic I/O Terminals (Teletypes, DECwriters, paper tape readers/punches, line printers, card readers)
  • Magnetic Tape Options (DECtape, Magtape)
  • Display Terminals (storage displays, oscilloscopes, alphanumeric terminals)
  • Disk Storage Devices (DECdisk, disk control, DECpack)
  • Clocks (Programmable real-time, line time)
  • Bus Extension Options (bus repeaters, bus switches)
  • Communications Options (line interfaces, multiplexers)
  • Data Acquisition and Control Options (analog input/output subsystems)

• Part II: UNIBUS and Interfacing: Focuses on the operation of the PDP-11 UNIBUS and techniques for interfacing custom hardware. This section covers:

  • UNIBUS theory and operation (signal lines, bus transactions, timing)
  • Interface circuits and hardware (modules, pin assignments, connector details)
  • Interface examples (basic interfaces, programmed device interfaces, interrupt-serviced interfaces, direct memory access interfaces)

The document includes extensive technical data, register address maps, and pin assignment tables essential for hardware interfacing and software development for the PDP-11 family.