Abstract:
A tape cartridge loading device for loading and removing a tape cartridge in and from a chassis of a cartridge type recording and reproducing apparatus. Upon complete insertion of the cartridge into the chassis, a reel shaft is moved upwardly and fits into the cartridge. Upon withdrawal of the reel shaft from the cartridge, the cartridge is released from a locked position where it is ready for removal from the chassis.
Abstract:
An endless-tape cartridge comprises, essentially, a spool housing a wound body of an endless tape. A housing rotatably supports the spool. A tape outlet is provided at a high position on a side wall of the casing. A tape inlet is provided at a low position on a side wall of the casing. A portion of the endless tape is drawn from the center or innermost periphery of the wound body and guided out of the casing through the tape outlet. The tape travels obliquely relative to the rotating plane of a roating magnetic head of a video signal recording and reproducing apparatus. Thereafter, it is taken up into the casing through the tape inlet to be wound around the outermost periphery of the wound body.
Abstract:
A magnetic tape recording and reproducing apparatus includes an automatic tape threading system comprising a supply reel of magnetic tape. A normally straight and flexible tape leader portion is connected to the leading end of the magnetic tape. A delivery roller unwinds the magnetic tape from the supply reel and guides the tape leader portion to preclude contact between the leader and a magnetic head. The tape itself is deflected from the path followed by travel of the tape leader portion and is brought into contact with the magnetic head. A takeup reel automatically catches the tape leader portion and loads the apparatus with the magnetic tape.