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UNIVAC 422 TRNG COMP
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC Division of Sperry Rand Corp. St Paul, Minn.
Photo by UNIVAC Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
A computer designed and packaged for training purposes.
Applications are schools, colleges, vocational training
centers.
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 15
Binary digits/instruction 15
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 61
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type One address
Number range Each word sign plus 213- 1
Instruction word format
+---------+---------+
| 6 Bits | 9 Bits |
+---------+---------+
| OP Code | Operand |
+---------+---------+
Registers and B-Boxes
One B-box in core memory address zero.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access
Microsec
Add 9.6
Mult 24 - 46.4
Div 45.6
Construction (Arithmetic unit only)
Vacuum-Tubes 0
Transistors 1,000
Condensers 700
Diodes 4,000
Magnetic Cores 512-15 bit word core memory
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Core 512 15 1.4
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INPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape 20 chars/sec (6 level)
Typewriter manual (Fieldata code)
Control Panel manual
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape 20 chars/sec (6 level)
Typewriter 10 chars/sec (Fieldata code)
Control panel manual
Input/Output are under program control.
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Tubes 0
Diodes 4,639
Transistors 1,176
Magnetic Cores 512-15 bit words
4.8 microsec read-write cycle.
CHECKING FEATURES
A built in card tester is provided.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 1.13 Kw 1.26 Kva 0.9 pf
115 VAC, 50 or 60 cycles/second
Volume, computer 11.5 cu ft
Area, computer 5.25 sq ft
Floor loading 57 lbs/sq ft
Weight, computer 300 lbs
Site preparation requirements
One 115 VAC 50 or 60 cycles/second receptacle must be available.
Air conditioning is not required.
PRODUCTION RECORD
Time required for delivery 3 months
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One operator is required.
A service manual provided which includes a general description,
principles of operation, operation, maintenance, installation, spare
Parts List, and a Functional and Electrical Schematics Section.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
The UNIVAC 422 has a large repertoire of instructions (61) and has
all the features of a large general-purpose stored-program computer.
No special cooling is required. No special installation is required.
Power is provided via a 115 VAC 50 or 60 cps outlet.
All arithmetic, control, and I/0 registers are displayed.
Magnetic Core storage of 512 word capacity is provided. Cycle time is
6 microseconds. Access time is 1.25 microseconds.
The UNIVAC 422 has been designed to meet the needs of both classroom
and laboratory.
For classroom use, a group of students can observe the registers and
controls of the machine, and can learn proper operating procedures.
All logical elements are exposed, permitting the instructor to
demonstrate the functions of the individual circuits.
In the laboratory, two or three students may be assigned to the same
machine at one time, yielding a high-use factor and increasing the
amount of actual machine time given to each student.
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UNIVAC 1000
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp., St Paul, Minn.
Photo by UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
Missile Inertial Guidance (checkout, targeting, and calibration,
using explicit, implicit, delta minimum, path adaptive, etc
methods). Navigation (missile and aircraft) Spacecraft (manned and
unmanned) Command & Control Process Control (Real Time) Fire Control
Mobile Unit Command & Control (helicopter, orbital, hydrafoil,
missile, aircraft). Data Processing (ASW, ECM, telemetry, data link)
Flight Control & Adaptive Flight Control
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 24
Binary digits/instruction 24
Instructions/word 7
Instructions decoded 1,024
Arithmetic system Fixed point (fractional)
Instruction type One address
Limited selectable other operand.
Number Range + 1 to - 1
Instruction word format
+-----+-----------+-----------+---------+----------+
| 0 | 1 3 | 4 7 | 8 10 | 11 23 |
+-----+-----------+-----------+---------+----------+
| B | Acquire | Operation | Restore | Operand |
| Box | A, X, U | | or | Address |
| | I/0 Shift | | Test | 0-8191 |
+-----+-----------+-----------+---------+----------+
Automatic built-in subroutines
Increment +1, -1, +2
External Jump Request, and Real Time Jump Request
Automatic coding
CS-1 Assembler operates on 1206 or USQ-20 computer, 1206 and USQ-20
to ADD-1000 Code Converter, instruction simulator, open loop
guidance simulator.
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Photo by UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
Registers and B-Boxes
Instruction Register Z
Arithmetic Registers M & M*
Address Registers S & P
Variable memory location usable as B-Box; variable memory
locations used as A, X, and Iteration Counter.
Use of phase field logic sequence make 1024 instruction
(2,048 B--Boxed) with only 30 operation codes.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 6 3
Mult 410 - 711
Div 500 - 838
Multiplication and division is performed by subroutine. Times
given are for 18 to 48 bit products and 9 to 24 bit quotients.
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Thin Film (Program) 6,656 24 3
Thin Film (Variable) 256 24 3
The program storage is non-destructive read-out
thin film. The variable (data) storage is destructive read-out
thin film. Magnetic tape
No. of units that can be connected 16 Units
Characteristics of the tape unit depend on whether it is an
airborne or ground system.
INPUT
Medium Speed Remarks
Accelerometer 300 microsec Incremental
Angle Optisyn Program control Gray Code
Doppler Radar Program control 24-bit Parallel data
Paper Tape Program control 6-bit Parallel
Discrete Control Program control 24-bit Parallel
Real Time 5 & 50 millisec 1,000 cycles/sec
OUTPUT
Medium Speed Remarks
Dig. to Analog Conv 12 microsec Analog
Relay Pullers 1,000 microsec Discrete 12-bit (1/2 amp)
Punch & GSE 12 microsec 6-bit
Punch & GSE 12 microsec 24-bit
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CHECKING FEATURES
Fixed checking features include separately enabled special constant
NDRO (non-destructive read out) and program NDRO memory sections, and
arithmetic overflow indication and test. An optical check is an
inhibit instruction execution from special constant regions.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.262 Kw 0.262 KVA 1.0 pf
Volume, computer 1.7 cu ft
Area, computer 2.4 sq ft
Weight, computer 85.0 lbs
A DC to DC Converter is used.
Only room air conditioning as otherwise required is necessary.
PRODUCTION RECORD
Number produced to date Several
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
The mean time between failures (MTBF) is 10,000 hours.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include the use of silicon semiconductors,
encapsulated welded--cordwood construction, magnetic thin-film,
random access, electrically alterable NDRO and DRO memory, self
contained power supply and self contained input/output.
Other advantages are on-line self-loading of program and constants
while computer is mounted in carrier vehicle; programmable output on
telemetry serializer; timed interrupt and priority control circuits,
completely random access memory with full subroutine and indexing
capabilities.
The computer includes analog to digital converters, incremental
input, telemetry formating and serialization, and all missile
interface within its weight and volume. The computer has two types of
interrupts, one an incremental input changes the contents of any
variable memory cell +1, -1, or i'2 on external request, the other
will transfer program control (fixed subroutine jump) on external
request. The computer includes a real time clock input for
synchronization and program segmentation.
Photo by UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
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UNIVAC 1004 80/90
UNIVAC 1004 80/90 Card Processor
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rana Corp.
Photo by UNIVAC
APPLICATIONS
Punch card applications requiring a considerable
amount of calculation and logical decision, high-speed
printed output including a wide range of printed
formats and punch card output. For 80-Column System:
Model Numbers 1004-02 - 80 Column
1004-04 - 80 Column
1004-06 - 80 Column
1004-07 - Equipped to read 80 or
90 Column Code
For 90-Column System:
Model Numbers 1004-01 - 90 Column
1004-03 - 90 Column
1004-05 - 90 Column
1004-07 - Equipped to read 80 or
90 Column Code
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary coded dec.
(Excess three)
Decimal digits/word Variable
(Word length not fixed)
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type Two address
Number range Not fixed
(Limited only by available memory)
All instructions and operands are plugboard wired.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Microsec
Add 6-digit sum - 128 microsec
48 microseconds for first digit in Operand 2; 16
microsec for each additional digit in Operand 2. 16
microsec for recomplementing each complementary
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character in Operand 2. 16 microsec per program step when signs of
Operands 1 and 2 are not alike.
Speeds for representative additions and subtractions are as follows:
Number of Operand 2 DigitsTime (Microsec)
8 160
10 192
20 352
See below for multiplication timing formula. Representative times
are as follows:
Number of Number of Number of Aver. Time
Multiplier Dig. Multiplicand Dig.Product Dig.(Millisec)
3 3 6 2.51
3 5 8 3.12
6 6 12 7.26
10 10 20 17.18
Multiplier digits are assumed to be 5's.
See below for division timing formula. Representative times are as
follows:
Number of Number of Number of Aver. Time
Dividend Dig Divisor Dig Quotient Dig (Millisec)
6 3 3 3.36
10 5 4 5.70
12 6 5 7.92
Described below are two formulas for computing the average time
required to perform multiplication and division. These formulas are
based on the new, improved addition and subtraction speeds.
Multiplication
Average time in microsec = 16 (2N2 +26N +6NY +Y +4)
where N = number of digits in multiplier
Y = number of digits in multiplicand
This formula assumes all fives in the multiplier and is based on
steps 3 and 4 of the multiplication routine illustrated in the
programming reference manual. The steps used to position the factors
are not included in the formula. These steps can vary depending on
the requirements of the individual program.
Example: 3 digit multiplier by 5 digit multiplicand
Using the formula we find:
Average time = 16 (2(3 ) + 26 (3) + 6 (3x5) + 5 + 4)
= 16 (18 + 78 + 90 + 5 + 4)
= 16 (195)
= 3,120 microsec or 3.120 millisec
Division
Average Time in microsec = 16 (7RQ + 4OQ + DQ + Q2)
where D = no. of digits in the dividend
R = no. of digits in the divisor
Q = no. of digits in the quotient
In this formula the Quotient digits are assumed to be all fives and
formula is based on steps 5, 6 and 7 of the division routine in the
programming reference manual. The set-up and decimal alignment steps
have not been included since these steps may vary in accordance with
the requirements of the individual program.
Example: 6 dividend digits by 3 divisor digits
giving a quotient of 3 digits
Using the formula we find:
Average time = 16 (7 (3x3) + x+0(3) + (6x3) + (32) )
= 16 (63 + 120 + 18 + 9)
= 16 (210)
= 3,360 microsec or 3.360 millisec
Construction (Arithmetic unit only)
Transistors and magnetic cores
Arithmetic mode Serial
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Processor is asynchronous; system is asynchronous
Operation
Processor is sequential; however, step sequence may be
modified by plugboard wiring.
System is concurrent to the following degree:
Card Punch and Processor may operate simultaneously.
Card Reader, Printers and Punch may operate simultaneously.
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Alphanum Char Microsec
Magnetic Core Variable 961 8
The system is not word oriented.
INPUT
80-Column Data Processor
Medium Speed
Punch Card Reader 300 - 400 cards/min
Read speed depends on number of columns read and amount
of processing time required per card.
For example, assume a maximum of 35 millisec of process time
required per card read. Also, all 80 columns are being read.
Under these conditions, a 300 card/min rate may be
maintained.
When only 40 columns are being ready and up to a maximum
of 35 millisec of process time is necessary, a rate of 400
cards/min may be maintained.
90-Column Data Processor
Medium Speed
Punch Card Reader 300 - 400 cards/min
Read speed depends on the number of frames and amount of
processing necessary per card. (A frame is made up of an
upper column and the corresponding lower column of a 90
column card).
When reading 45 frames (90-columns) and using up to 35
millisec of process time, a card feeding speed of 300
cards/min may be maintained.
In the above example if the frames are reduced to 23 (46
columns), a card feeding speed of 400 cards min can be
maintained.
OUTPUT
80-Column Data Processor
Medium Speed
Printer (Alphanum Data) 300 lines/min
Printer (Numeric Data) 400 lines/min
Punch (Model No. 2009-00) Up to 200 cards/min
(Optional)
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OUTPUT
90-Column Data Processor
Medium Speed
Printer (Alphanum Data) 300 lines/min
Printer (Numeric Data) 400 lines/min
Punch (Model No. 2011-00) Up to 200 cards/min
(Optional)
The print drum of the printer rotates at a constant speed of 400 rev/min
or 150 millisec/rev. During each revolution of the print drum, one of
the 63 different characters passes the printing position every 2.38
millisec.
Each character actually appears on the print drum in two horizontal
rows, known as the ODD and EVEN Rows. The characters which print in the
odd printing positions are located in the odd rows, while the characters
which print in the even printing positions are located in the even rows
in the following manner:
Odd "A" Row A A A A Prints in ODD position
Even "A" Row A A A A Prints in EVEN position
Odd "B" Row B B B B Prints in ODD position
Even "B" Row B B B B Prints in EVEN position
Each odd or even row time is one half the 2.38 millisec character time,
or 1.19 millisec.
The fact that the characters are arranged in odd and even rows has no
special significance in computing printing speeds.
When printing is initiated by a Print-Execute instruction, the processor
is interlocked until all characters in print storage have been printed
and cleared. As the rotation of the print drum causes a given character
to move into printing position, print storage is scanned for the
presence of that character. If a coincidence between the drum character
in position to be printed and any of the characters stored in memory is
detected, the characters in memory are printed and their print storage
locations are cleared to spaces. After all the data in print storage has
been printed and cleared, an interval of 1.19 millisec is required to
detect that print storage is in a cleared condition and to release the
processor interlock.
Therefore, print-interlock time in milleseconds, i.e., the time required
to complete a printing operation, is equal to 2.38N + 1.19 where N is
equal to the number of characters that must pass the print position to
completely print a line.
It is to be noted that it is the number of characters that must pass the
print position, not the number of characters that are to be printed,
that determines the print time. The number of characters that must pass
the print position for printing any given line, is determined by the
location of those characters on the drum. To print all of the numerals
(0 - 9) requires that ten characters pass the printing position. To
print the two characters ampers and (&) and 4, requires that the print
drum makes one-half revolution, which is equivalent to 32 character
times, since these two characters are located opposite each other on the
drum. The respective print time using the formula 2.38N + 1.19; for each
of these examples is as follows:
Print 0 - 9: 10 char x 2.38 millisec + 1.19 millisec = 24.99 millisec
Print &, 4: 32 char x 2.38 millisec + 1.19 millisec = 78.35 millisec
Because the print dawn is asynchronous with the processor, the position
of the print drum will not be known when the first Print Execute is
given. Therefore, the print interlock time, when printing the first
line, may exceed the computed interlock time. For example, it has been
previously established that ten character times are required to print
the numerals
0 - 9. However, during the printing of the first line, the Print-Execute
instruction might be initiated when the numeral 9 is in position to be
printed. After the 9 has been printed, the print drum must make
virtually a complete revolution to complete the printing of the
remaining numerals, 0 - 8. After the first line has been printed the
print section will become synchronous with the processor program.
A printing rate of 400 lines/min can be obtained if the sum of the print
time, computed as described above, and the greater of the two overlapped
compute and form spacing times does not exceed 150 millisec.
CHECKING FEATURES
Card Reader - Light-dark test for checking photocells.
Card Punch - Weighted hole count used to verify accuracy of punching.
80-Column Data Processor
A Double-Punch - Blank column feature has been provided as an optional
input check.
90-Column Data Processor
A Double-Punch - Blank column feature has been provided as an optional
input check. This optional feature is intended primarily for use with
the 80column 1004 but can be utilized with a 90 column 1004 for certain
applications
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 3.0 KVA
Volume, computer 135 cu ft
Area, computer 30.2 sq ft
Area, working 195 sq ft
(Processor incl reader and printer)
Room size 15 x 14 ft (Approx minimum)
Floor loading 62 lbs/sq ft
238 lbs/supporting jack pad
Weight, computer 2,500 lbs
(Includes card reader and printer)
Air cooling is not required if intake air does not exceed 90oF. or relative
humidity does not exceed 850. Air circulation requirement for the processor is
250 cubic feet/min; for the punch, 600 cubic feet/min.
COST, PRICE AND RENTAL RATES
UNIVAC 1004 PRICE LIST
MONTHLY PURCHASE
MODEL DESCRIPTION RENTAL PRICE
1004-01 (Cd Processor) 90-Col $1,150 $46,000
1004-02 (Cd Processor) 80-Col 1,150 46,000
Maximum Capacities
31 Program Steps 80 Distributors
30 Selectors 45 Address Combines
10 Program Selects 6 Comparators
40 Collectors
1004-03 (Cd Processor) 90-Col 1,400 56,000
1004-04 (Cd Processor) 80-Col 1,400 56,000
Maximum Capacities
47 Program Steps 120 Distributors
45 Selectors 63 Address Combines
15 Program Selects 8 Comparators
65 Collectors
1004-05 (Cd Processor) 90-Col 1,500 60,000
1004-06 (Cd Processor) 80-Col 1,500 60,000
Maximum Capacities
62 Program Steps 160 Distributors
60 Selectors 80 Address Combines
20 Program Selects 10 Comparators
105 Collectors
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MONTHLY PURCHASE
MODEL DESCRIPTION RENTAL PRICE
1001+-07 (Cd Processor) $1 650. $66 000
Equipped to read 80 or
90-Col. Code
Maximum Capacities:
62 Program Steps 160 Distributors
60 Selectors 80 Address Combines
20 Program Selects 10 Comparators
105 Collectors
2009-00 (ca Punch) 80-col 300 12,000
2011-11 (ca Punch) 90-Col 300 12,.000
OPTIONAL FEATURES & DEVICES FOR CARD PROCESSOR
801 Short Cd Feeding Feature $ 40 $ 1,600
Permits feeding:
1: 51 Col. Cds, 80-Co1.Code
2: 29 Co. (29U/29L) Cds,
90-Col. Code
Code Image Read Feature 25 1,000
Code Image Read & Punch 50 2,000
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One operator for each 8-hour shift.
Training is made available by the manufacturer to the user includes up to
70 hours of classroom training.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Low operating cost, compact design, hip arithmetic speeds, card reading
rate (400 cards/min), numeric print speed (400 lines/min), simplicity of
programming, optional punch - punching speed 200 cards/min., and code
image feature (90 Col. Data Processor). Unique system advantages include:
Ability to accomplish calculating, decision making, tabulating, punching,
and printing on the same card pass.
Size of arithmetic results not restricted by size of registers.
Data transfer and output editing accomplished on the same program step.
Printer characteristics: sixty-three printable characters are standard. One
hundred and thirty two characters may be printed on a single line.
Speed of punch makes it usable as an output punch, not just a summary.
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UNIVAC 1020
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp., St Paul, Minn.
APPLICATIONS
Missile Inertial Guidance (checkout, targeting, and calibration,
using explicit, implicit, delta minimum, path adaptive, etc methods).
Navigation (missile and aircraft) Spacecraft (manned and unmanned)
Command & Control Process Control (Real Time) Fire Control Mobile
Unit Command & Control (helicopter, orbital, hydrafoil, missile,
aircraft). Data Processing (ASW, ECM, telemetry, data link) Flight
Control & Adaptive Flight Control
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 24
Binary digits/instruction 24
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 1024
Arithmetic system Fixed point (fractional)
Instruction type One address
Limited selectable other operand
Number range + 1 to - 1
Instruction word format
+-------+---------+-----------+---------+---------+
| 0 1 | 2 3 | 4 7 | 8 10 | 11 23 |
+-------+---------+-----------+---------+---------+
| 3 B | Acquire | Operation | Restore | Operand |
| Boxes | A, U, X | | or Test | Address |
| | | | | 0-8191 |
+-------+---------+-----------+---------+---------+
Automatic built-in subroutines
Increment ± 8
Square-root
External jump request
Real-time interrupt
Automatic coding.
CS-1 Assembler operates on 1206 or USQ-20 computer,
1206 and USQ-20 to ADD-1000 Code Converter, in-
struction simulator, open loop guidance simulator.
Registers and B-Boxes
Instruction Register Z
Arithmetic Registers M & M*
Address Registers S & P
3 Variable memory location usable as B-Box;
variable memory locations used as A, X, and Interation Counter.
Use of phase field logic sequence make 512 in, struction
(4,096 B-boxed) with only 30 operation codes.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 6 3
Mult 150 - 186
Div 225
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Thin Film (Program) 4,096 - 24 3
7,168
Thin Film (Variable) 256 - 24 3
512
The program storage is of the non-destructive readout type of thin
film storage. The variable (data) storage is of the destructive type.
Magnetic tape
No. of units that can be connected 16 Units
Features of the tape unit depend on whether it is an airborne or
ground system.
INPUT
Medium Speed Remarks
Accelerometer 300 microsec Incremental
Angle Optisyn Program control Gray Code
Doppler Radar Program control 24-bit Parallel
data
Paper Tape Program control 6-bit Parallel
Discrete Control Program control 24-bit Parallel
Real Time 5 & 50 millisec 1,000 cycles/sec
OUTPUT
Medium Speed Remarks
Dig. to Analog Conv 12 micro sec Analog
Relay Pullers 1,000 microsec Discrete 12-bit
(1/2 amp )
Punch & GSE 12 microsec 6-bit
Punch & GSE 12 microsec 24-bit
CHECKING FEATURES
Fixed checking features include separately enabled special constant
NDRO (non-destructive read out) and program NDRO memory sections, and
arithmetic overflow indication and test. An optical check is an
inhibit instruction execution from special constant regions.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.202 Kw 0.202 KVA 1.0 pf
Volume, computer 1.2 cu ft
Area, computer 1.6 sq ft
Weight, computer 62.0 lbs
A DC to DC converter is used.
Only room air conditioning as otherwise required is necessary.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
The mean time between failures (MTBF) is 10,000 hours.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include the use of silicon semiconductors,
encapsulated welded--cordwood construction, magnetic thin-film,
random access,
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electrically alterable NDRO and DRO memory, self contained power
supply and self contained input output.
Other advantages are on-line self-loading of program and constants
while computer is mounted in carrier vehicle; programmable output
on telemetry serializer; timed interrupt and priority control
circuits, completely random access memory with full subroutine and
indexing capabilities.
The computer includes analog to digit and digital to analog
converters, gyro torquing signals, incremental inputs, PCM
telemetry serializer and formatter, and other missile system and
ground system interface matching within its weight and volume. The
computer has two types of interrupts one an incremental input which
changes the content of any variable memory cell by + 8 on external
request and another which transfers program control (fixed
subroutine jumps) on external request. The computer also includes a
real-time clock input for synchronization and program segmentation.
Photo by UNIVAC Division
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UNIVAC 1050
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC Division, Sperry Rand Corp.
Photo by UNIVAC Division, Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
A general purpose subsystem employed mainly to
supplement the parallel processing capabilities of UNIVAC
III, UNIVAC 490 Real-Time and UNIVAC 1107 Thin Film
Memory Computing systems.
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary coded decimal
There are six bits plus one parity bit per character
Decimal digits/word Variable
Digits/instruction 30
Instructions/word Not word oriented
Instructions decoded 43
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type One address
Number range From +9999999999999999 to
- 9999999999999999
Instruction word format
+-----------+-----------+------------+-----------+-----------+
| lst | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| CHARACTER | CHARACTER | CHARACTRER | CHARACTER | CHARACTER |
+---------+-+-----+----++------------+-----------+-----------+
| 30 26 | 25 23 | 22 | 21 7 | 6 1 |
| a | b | c | d | e |
+---------+-------+----+-------------------------+-----------+
a. Operation Code d. Main Store Address
b. Index Register e. Detail Field
c.Reserved
The first five bits of the instruction, bits 30 through 26, are
the operation code. The operation code specifies the
function which the Central Processor is to execute.
Bits 25 through 23 are the index register (X) portion of the
instruction. The concept of indexing is discussed below
under "Registers and B-Boxes".
Bit 22 is reserved. It must always be zero.
Bits 21 through 7 are the main store address (M) portion of
the instruction. This portion specifies the store address of
the operand. If an operand is
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greater than one character in length, the M portion refers to the
least significant character of the operand. There are two exceptions
to this rule: The Zero Suppress and the Block Transfer instructions.
Because of the way these two instructions operate, the M portion
specifies the most significant character of the operand.
Bits 6 through 1 comprise the detail field. The contents of the
detail field vary with each instruction. Depending on the
instruction, the detail field may specify operand length, tetrad
number, a comparison indicator, an arithmetic register, or number of
bits. The function of the detail field is discussed thoroughly in the
description of the UNIVAC 1050 instruction repertoire.
Automatic coding.
PAL Assembly System, Co-ordination Routine and Relocatable Relative
Loader, Source Code Library, Input/Output Library, Patch Assembler
Registers and B-Boxes
Two arithmetic registers of 16 characters each
Seven index registers. An index register contains 15 bits. The
primary function of an index register is to vary the operand address
specified in an instruction. If an index register is specified in an
instruction, the effective address of the instruction is determined
by adding the contents of the specified index register to the address
specified by the M portion of the instruction. However, neither the
contents of the index register nor the M portion are changed, except
in some cases of the Fix Tetrad instruction. Location and length of
operands are specified by each instruction. The first 256 characters
of storage are grouped into 64 four-character fields (tetrads) and
can be so addressed.
To illustrate indexing, assume an instruction which stores a value in
location 100. Assume that the instruction specifies indexing by index
register 1, which contains the value 20. When the instruction is
executed, the value being stored is placed in 100+20, or 120. After
the instruction has been executed, the M portion of the instruction
still specifies location 100, and'index register 1 still contains 20.
The value of indexing is that one set of instructions may be made to
process several similar items of data located in different areas of
main store. Instead of writing as many sets of processing
instructions as there are items of data in store, the programmer need
write only one set of instructions using index register modification.
In order to perform the same processing on several items of data
located in different parts of store, all that is necessary is to
change the value of the index register.
Almost all instructions may specify index register modification. If
indexing is not required in an instruction, the index register
portion of the instruction must contain binary zeroes.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 270 (a+b=c) 5-digit sum 117 (5 digit sum)
Mult 567 (axb=c) 6-digit prod. 229 (6 digit prod)
Div 1,735 (a/b=c) 5-digit quotient 1,438(5 digit quotient)
Arithmetic mode Serial
This system is parallel by bit and serial by
character.
Timing Synchronous
Operation Concurrent
STORAGE
No. of Access
Medium Alphan Char. Microsec
Core 8,192 - 32,768 4.5/Char
Regarding core memory, basic system includes 8,192 character or digit
positions of storage which may be expended to 32,768 in increments of
4,096 positions.
The UNIVAC 1050 Central Processor has from 2 to 8 modules of main
store, each module comprising 4,096 positions or locations. Each
position has its own unique address, and each position is directly
addressable.
Each location contains six information bits and one parity bit. The
parity bit is of no concern to the programmer, as it is used only by
the hardware.
Program instructions and data are contained in main store. Each
instruction occupies five consecutive locations. Instructions are
always represented internally in binary form.
Magnetic tape
2 Model IIIA units or 2 Model IIIC units may be connected. (See chart
for additional information).
INPUT
Medium Speed
Uniservo IIIA
Uniservo IIIC
Punched Card Reader 1,000 cards/min
One card reader per system.
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
Uniservo IIIA
Uniservo IIIC
Card Punch Unit 300 cards/min
One card punch per system.
Printer 700-922 lines/min
Single spaced alphanumeric data printer, 128 characters/line; one
printer/system.
The system may include two IIIA Tape Units or two IIIC Tape Units.
Combinations of IIIA and IIIC Tape Units are not permitted.
The printer prints 700 lines/min using all 63 characters on the print
drum.
The printer prints 922 lines/min using 40 contiguous characters on
the print drum.
CHECKING FEATURES
Tape Units - Read after Write check is included.
Fixed -Card Reader - Solar cells sensing units are checked before
each card is read.
Fixed -Card Punch - Post-Punch check read station enables positive
hole count check of data that was previously punched.
Fixed Parity checking is also employed throughout the system as well
as decimal overflow, and check for improper division.
REMARKS
The UNIVAC 1050 Data Processing System consists of three physical
categories: Central Processor modules, input/output equipment, and
magnetic tape handling equipment.
The Central Processor unit is composed of two modules placed side by
side to form one composite unit. These modules are the Central
Processor Unit and the Central Processor Power Supply Unit.
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The input/output equipment consists of the following
physically separated units: High-Speed Reader High-Speed
Printer Card-Punch Unit
The magnetic tape equipment consists of the following
modules: UNISERVO Synchronizer UNISERVO Power
Supply Unit UNISERVO IIIA or UNISERVO IIIC Tape
Handling Units
The customer is responsible for the installation of the AC
power distribution system to the point of connection to the
UNIVAC 1050 units. A 25% safety factor must be added to
the total power requirements to provide for the utilization of
convenience receptacles located on the individual units.
The composite unit composed of the Central Processor Unit
and the Central Processor Power Supply Unit requires a
208-Volt, 1-Phase, 60-Cycle, 3-Wire (plus a separate
grounding conductor) cable. Power connects to the Central
Processor Power Supply Unit. The Central Processor Unit
receives power from the Central Processor Power Supply
Unit.
The High-Speed Reader, High-Speed Printer and Card
Punch Unit receive power from the Central Processor
Power Supply.
The magnetic tape equipment requires a 208-Volt, 1-Phase,
60-Cycle, 3-Wire (plus a separate grounding conductor)
cable. Power connects to the UNISERVO Power Supply
Unit.
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One 8-Hour Shift
Supervisors 2
Analysts 1
Programmers 3
Librarians 1
Operators 1
In-Output Oper 1
Training will be made available to all users.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Printer has a buffer. Card Reader, Punch, Printer and Tape
Control Unit have separate input/output channels.
Automatic interrupt feature makes it possible to
simultaneously process multiple applications. Simultaneous
operations are: read cards, punch, process and print; read
tape, process and print; write tape, process and print.
UNIVAC 1050 is a solid state, character addressable
computing sub-system. It has a basic magnetic core memory
of 8,192 six-bit alphanumeric characters that can be
expanded in modules of 4,096 characters to a maximum
capacity of 32,768. The 1050 was designed to supplement
the parallel processing capabilities of the UNIVAC III, 490
Real Time, and 1107 Thin Film Memory computing
systems.
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Auxiliary off line functions include conversion of
data from punched cards to magnetic tape and from
magnetic tape to punched cards or printed hard copy.
A program interrupt technique allows the concurrent
operation of two input/output programs. Modular
construction of the 1050 system permits the user to
select only those components needed to fill his
requirements. Rental price ranges from $5,700 to
$10,850 per month depending on configuration.
Purchase prices range from approximately $285,000
to approximately $500,000. Delivery is one year from
receipt of order.
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UNIVAC 1206
Military Computer
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
Photo by UNIVAC Div of Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
General purpose computing Real-time tactical analysis, display
and weapons control. Missile tracking Range instrumentation
Missile guidance Missile fire control Simulation Logistics
Tactical control
Digital communications
Data reduction and analysis
Inventory and scheduling
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 30
Binary digits/instruction 30
Instructions/word 1
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Instructions decoded 62
Most instructions have conditional program branches.
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Parallel one's complement, subtractive arithmetic is used.
Instruction type One address
Number range ± 536,870,971 (29 bits + sign)
Instruction word format
The j designator allows arithmetic instructions to perform decision
making, with an optional skip programmed to occur when certain
conditions of the A or 0 register are encountered. Illegal divide
attempts and parity count may also be programmed with the j designator.
A repeat instruction exists, as well as logical instructions for
accessibility to individual bits.
Three separate interrupt locations exist for each I/0 channel, each
showing different conditions. In addition, there is a fault interrupt if
an illegal instruction is attempted.
Automatic built-in subroutines include automatic recovery and bootstrap
routines.
Automatic coding includes the CS-1 compiler, a binary data processing
problem-oriented language.
Registers and B-Boxes
7 B-Boxes (Index registers)
1 A Register (Accumulator)
1 Q Register (for double length words - may be used as another
accumulator)
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 16 9.6
Mult 35.2 - 112 35.2 - 112
Div 112 112
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential/Parallel
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Words Digits Microsec
Magnetic core 32,768 30 3.6
Wired 8.0 (cycle)
Wired plugboard 16 30 3.6
FH-880 Drum, Non- 786,432 30 17,000 (average)
militarizedwords/drum
8 drums are possible per computer channel
360,000 chars/sec transfer rate
Magnetic tape (1) (2)
No.of chars/linear inch 200,128 125,250 Char/inch
Channels am tracks on the tape 8 8 Track/Tape
Blank tape separating each record 1.5 1.05 Inches
Tape speed 112.5 100 Inches/sec
Transfer rate 36,000; 20,000 12,500;
2,500 Char/sec
Start time 8 12 Millisec
Stop time 6 9 Millisec
Average time for experienced
operator to change reel of tape 60 30 Seconds
Physical properties of tape
Width 0.5 0.5 Inches
Length of reel 2,400 2,400 Feet
Composition Mylar Metal or Mylar,
System 1 consists of 2 tape units per computer channel in one
militarized cabinet. Two modes of recording and reading are possible
under program control, one with redundant recording (3 information
bits/char), one with odd parity generated and checked (6 information
bits/ characters).
System 2 is the standard commercial Uniservo IIA available on the UNIVAC
490 and other UNIVAC products. Up to 12 may be attached to each channel
of the computer.
INPUT
Medium Speed
Card Reader 600 cards/min (Commercial, 80 or 90 cot)
Paper Tape 200 chars/sec (5 to 8 level)
Flexowriter or
Teletype 10 chars/sec
Videoprocessors (For radar data conver.)
Communications Control Equipment
Keyset Central - Multiplexer for manual entry devices
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
High Speed Printer 600 lines/min (Commercial 128 char/line)
Card Punch 150 cards/min (Commercial 80 or 90 col.)
Paper Tape 60 chars/sec (5 to 8 level)
Flexowriter or
Teletype 10 chars/sec
Communication Control Equipment
Operating console is above the door. A separate desktype operating
console is available as optional equipment.
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Tubes 0
Diodes 37,298
Transistors 10,702
Resistors 43,202
Capacitors 2,766
Magnetic Cores 983,040 (32,768 words)
CHECKING FEATURES
Programmed parity check exists for the central computer.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 2.5 Kw 3.1 KVA 0.8 pf
Power, blower 2.0 Kw 2.2 KVA 0.9 pf
Volume, computer 58.6 cu ft
Area, computer 9.8 sq ft
Floor loading 237 lbs/sq ft
237 concen max
Weight, computer 2,320 lbs
Ambient air cooled or water cooled equipment are included in the
computer cabinet.
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Site preparation requirements.
May be ship or van mounted. If water cooled, fresh water at
70o (± 5o) and 6.3 gals/min is required.
Power may be 440 volt, 3 phase 60 cycle; 208 volts, 3 phase, 400 or 60 cycle.
COST, PRICE AND RENTAL RATES
Purchase
1206 Computer, 32,000 memory $ 363,000
Militarized tape system (2 handlers) 80,500
Monitoring typewriter 46,000
Paper tape system 4,000
Total 532,500
Additional equipment
Teletype w/teletype adapter (ANUGC-13) 24,000
Maintenance & operators console (remote) 28,200
Fixed price sale only on 1206 basic system.
Monthly rental rates for additional equipment.
Power supply $ 7150
Uniservo 11A 450
Control & Synchronizer 1,530
High Speed Printer 500
Control & Synchronizer 1,450
Card Reader 350
Card Punch 500
Card Control & Synchronizer (will handle
1 reader & 1 punch) 1,600
FH 880 Drum 2,000
Control & Synchronizer 1,420
Maintenance/service contracting is available according
to equipment purchased.
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour Three 8-Hour
Shift Shifts Shifts
Supervisors 1 1 1
Analysts 2 2 2
Programmers 8 10 12
Clerks 3 3 3
Librarians 1 1 1
Operators 3 5 7
Engineers 1 2 2
Technicians 1 2 3
Training made available by manufacturer to users include
courses in programming and maintenance, which are held
upon request at St. Paul, Minnesota and San Diego,
California.
UNIVAC Field Service maintenance is available on a world
wide basis.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
The typical average mean-time-between-failures (MTBF) of
over 1,000 hours is now being attained by computers in the
field. This high figure is attained
through complete analysis of every component that fails
anywhere in the world. This information is transmitted to
vendors for corrective action when necessary.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include a real-time clock, buffered
input/output, 14 I/0 channels 2 of which provide for direct
communication with two other computers, automatic
recovery, reliability of operation, powerful instruction
repertoire, small size resistant to shock, vibration, unusual
climatic conditions, the CS-1 compiler, which offers a
language oriented to real-time data handling, and militarized
peripheral/equipment capable of handling inquiry stations,
displays, communication equipment, analog signals, and
radar video signals.
Repertoire of 62 Instructions with conditional program
branching. Average execution time of 13 microseconds. CS-1
automatic programming compiler for ease of programming.
Internal 24-hour Real-Time Clock for accurately initiating or
terminating operations at specified times.
Up to 12 Input, 12 Output Channels with parallel mode of
operation (60,000 transmissions per second per channel).
2 Special Input, 2 Special Output Channels for direct
communication between computers.
Programmed Checking of Data Parity.
Auxilary 16-Word Permanent Memory for bootstrap automatic
recovery in the event of program failure.
The UNIVAC 1206 Military Computer combines a range of
abilities and applications never before available in one
compact package. It is a stored program computer for rapid
processing of large quantities of complex data.
The 1206 can operate in mobile, rugged environments under
adverse field conditions. It is specifically designed to
communicate easily with a wide variety of asynchronous
external devices in real-time applications. The system is
built to MIL-E-16400 (initially for the Naval Tactical Data
System - NTDS).
FUTURE PLANS
Increased speed capability is under development.
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| BRL 1964, UNIVAC 1212, starting page 0288
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UNIVAC 1212
CP 642B Computer
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC Division of Sperry Rand Corp. (Military
Photo by UNIVAC Div of Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
General Purpose Computation
Real Time Weapons Guidance Command and Control
Range Tracking Applications
Simulation
Range Instrumentation
Logistical Problems
Communications Network Data Handling
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 30
Binary digits/instruction 30
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 62 with modifiers and
branching
Arithmetic system Fixed point
One's complement subtractive arithmetic is used.
Instruction type One address
Number range ± 536,80,911 (29 bits + sign
+-----------------+--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
| | 29 24 | 23 21 | 20 18 | 17 15 | 14 0 |
| Data Processing +--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
| | f | j | k | b | y |
+-----------------+--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
f - function code
j - provides 1/2 word addressability
b - index register designation
y - operand
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+-----------------+--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
| | 29 24 | 23 20 | 19 18 | 17 15 | 14 0 |
| Input/Output +--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
| | f | j | k | b | y |
+-----------------+--------+--------+-------+-------+-----------+
f - function code
j - I/0 channel designation
k - operand source designation for I/0
b - index register designation
y - operand
Automatic built-in subroutines
2 operator selectable wired bootstrap routines of 32 instructions.
Automatic coding.
CS-1 compiler; AS-1 assembler; problem oriented languages
Registers and B-Boxes include 7 index registers
located in the thin-film memory.
A built in square root command has been made as a special condition of the
divide. Command time to executed is 47 microseconds.
The I/0 capabilities of this computer are increased by virtue of the fact that
special I/0 control words are located in thin-film memory with an access time of
only 2/3 microseconds. This allows transfer of 30-bit I/) data to and from
computer memory in 2 memory cycles at a rate of 8 microseconds/word.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 8 4
Mult 32 - 48 28 - 44
Div 47 43
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential & Concurrent
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Magnetic Core 32,662 30-bits 2 access
4 cycle
Magnetic Thin Film 64 30-bits 0.67
Wired Memory Two 32 30-bits 2 access
word 4 cycle
memories
Magnetic tape
No. of units that can be connected 16 Units
No. of chars/linear inch 200/556 Chars/inch
Channels or tracks on the tape 8 Track/tape
Blank tape separating each record 0.75 Inches
Tape speed 112.5 Inches/sec
Transfer rate 22,500 to 62,500 Chars/sec
Start time (Max) 3 Millisec
Stop time (max) 3 Millisec
Average time for experienced
operator to change reel of tape 30 Seconds
Physical properties of tape
Width 0.5 Inches
Length of reel 2,400 Feet
Composition Mylar
Up to 16 tape handlers per I/0 channel. Each channe must have 1 synchronizer.
The unit may be used in an "IBM compatible mode" with IBM 727, 729 III and
729 IV tape systems. Rewind is at 225 inches/second.
INPUT
Medium Speed
Card Reader 600 cards/min (80 or 90 column)
Paper Tape 200 to 300 feet/sec (5-8 level)
Flexowriter or 10 chars/sec
Teletype
Various Video Display Processors
Communications Control Equipment
Keyset Central (A multiplexor with spec manual inputs)
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
High Speed Printer 700-1,000 cards/min (Commercial
120 char/line)
250 LPM 250 cards/min (Commercial
72 char/line)
Card Punch 150 cards/min
Paper Tape 110 chars/sec (5-8 level)
Flex & Teletype 10 chars/sec
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Tubes 0
Diodes 35,000
Transistors 9,500
Magnetic Cores 979,860
CHECKING FEATURES
Checking features include programmed parity checks in central computer.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 2.5 Kw 3.0 KVA 0.8 pf
Power, air conditioner 2.0 Kw 2.2 KVA 0.9 pf
Volume, computer 58.0 cu ft
Area, computer 9.8 sq ft
Floor loading 23.7 lbs/sq ft
23.7 lbs concen max
Weight, computer 2,300 lbs
Site preparation requirements
May be ship or van mounted. If water cooled, fresh water at 70oF ±5o
6.3 gal/minute required.
Power may be 440 V 3 Phase 60 cycles/sec. 208 V 3 Phase 400 or
60 cycles/sec (M-G Set inputs).
COST, PRICE AND RENTAL RATES
Basic System/Component Purchase
CP-642B 132K core memory & 16 I/0 channels $400,000
Type 1240 tape system/4 handlers 115,000
1000 CPM printer/sync. 68,000
TTY and Adapter (AN/UGE-6) 24,000
Computer Console est. 24,000
Fixed price sale only CP-642B Unit
Uniservo IIA's Card Reader and UNIVAC LPM: printers are available for rental.
Maintenance on UNIVAC commercial peripherals can be supplied.
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour Three 8-Hour
Shift Shifts Shifts
Supervisors 1 1 1
Analysts 2 2 2
Programmers 8 10 12
Clerks 3 3 3
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One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour Three 8-Hour
(Cont'd) Shift Shifts Shifts
Librarians 1 1 1
Operators 3 5 7
Engineers 1 2 2
Training in operation maintenance and programming can be furnished
at UNIVAC, St. Paul and at the customer site. UNIVAC Military Field
Service and Engineering personnel are available on a world-wide
basis.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
Design of the CP-642B (1212 is based on knowledge and experience
gained on the 1206 CP-642A computer.
Design mean-time-between-failures (MTBF) is 200 hours. However, it
is anticipated that actual field use will result in substantially
higher figures.
MTBF for 1206 in the field is now over 1,000 hours in some cases.
The physical packaging and appearance of the CP-642B is very
similar to the UNIVAC 1206. It is designed to meet MIL-E-16400.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
outstanding features include a real-time clock, buffer I/0, thin
film control memory with 0.67 microsecond access, 16 I/0 channels
built in square root command and twice the speed of the 1206 with 4
microsecond read/restore speed (cycle time.
Other system advantages include militarized construction, very high
rate of I/0 transfer with a capability of 8 microsec/30-bit word,
asynchronous input and output of data is possible on all channels.
Resistance to shock, vibration and humidity and special inter-
computer channels make multi-computer communication possible.
Repertoire of 62 basic instructions with conditional branching and
modification.
Average instruction time of 8 microseconds.
Average memory access time of 4 microseconds.
Up to 16 I/0 channels which may be modified in modules of 4 for a
fast interface 8 microseconds/ 30-bit word transfer or a standard
interface 24 microseconds/word. Special inter-computer channels are
also available.
The CP-642B (UNIVAC 1212 computer is compatible with all
peripherals (both militarized and commercial) hereto developed for
the UNIVAC 1206 computer. In addition, it will operate with newer
peripheral printers. The 1000-A and the IBM compatible UNIVAC 1240
magnetic tape handlers, the CS-1 compiler and routines developed
for the 1206 will operate on the CP-642B.
In addition, this computer is basically twice as fast as the 1206.
FUTURE PLANS
Miniaturized and faster versions are under development.
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UNIVAC 1218
UNIVAC 1216 Military Computer
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC Division of Sperry Rand Corp. (Military)
Photo by the UNIVAC Division, Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
General Purpose Computing
Multi-Computer in-line application
Range Instrumentation
Missile Guidance
Missile Fire Control
Simulation
Logistics
Message Switching
Ground Support Checkout
Navigation
Tactical Control
Telemetry
Digital Communications
Data Reduction and Analysis
Inventory and Scheduling
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 18
Binary digits/instruction 18
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 98 including 18 I/0
instructions
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Parallel, ones complement, subtractive arithmetic
is performed.
Instruction type One address
Number range ± 131,071 (17 bits + sign) and
± 34, 359 738, 367 (35 bits + sign)
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Instruction word format
+--------------------------+
FORMAT I | 17 12 | 11 0 |
+----------+---------------+
| f | u |
+----------+---------------+
+----------+---------------+
FORMAT II | 17 12 | 11 6 | 5 0 |
+----------+---------------+
| f | m | k |
+----------+---------------+
f - function code
u - operand address
m - minor function code
k - designator used for channel number, shift count,
etc.
Automatic built-in subroutines
32 words of non-destructive read-out (NDRO) memory are furnished to
provide initial load and error recovery routines.
Automatic coding.
No computer independent compiler is provided, however the TRIM III
Assembly System provides for automatic generation of certain program
sequences.
Registers and B-Boxes
The following are the addressable registers:
1 AU - Register (Upper Accumulator, 18 bits)
1 AL - Register (Lower Accumulator, 18 bits)
1 ICR - Register (Index Control Register, 3 bits)
1 SR - Register (Special, 4 bits)
1 P - Register (Program address, 15 bits)
The UNIVAC 1218 is essentially programmed for 4,096-word modules
however each instruction that references memory is capable of
addressing any other cell in memory.
The UNIVAC 1218 has a complete repertoire of instructions that is
especially generous in the control of I/0.
Four instructions provide built-in double precision Add and Subtract.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 8 6
Malt 26 - 48.7 --
Div 48 --
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential/Parallel
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Magnetic Core 4,096 - 32,768 18 1.8 access
4.0 cycle
Magnetic Core (NDRO)* 32 18 4.0 cycle
FH 880 Drum 786,432 words/drum 36 17 ms
(8 per channel) (Average access)
Magnetic tape
No. of units that can be connected 16 Units/channel
No. of chars/linear inch 556 Chars/inch
Channels or tracks on the tape 7 Track/tape
Blank tape separating each record 0.75 Inches
Tape speed 112.5 Inches/sec
Transfer rate 62.5 Chars/sec
Average time for experienced
operator to change reel of tape 30 Seconds
Physical properties of tape
Width 0.5 Inches
Length of reel 2,400 Feet
Composition Mylar
The magnetic tape subsystem, Type 1240 is a fully compatible magnetic
tape format at 200 or 556 chars/ inch. It has search and other special
features.
* Non-destructive read-out
INPUT
Medium Speed
Card Reader 600 cards/min (Commercial, 80 or 90
column)
Paper Tape 300 chars/sec (5 to 8 level)
Keyboard Manual (Provides alphanumeric
data entry)
Teletype 10 chars/sec
Paper Tape and Keyboard are included in Programmers
Console, Type 1232.
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
High Speed Printer 600 lines/min(Commercial)
Card Punch 150 cards/min (Commercial 80 or
90 column)
Paper Tape Punch 110 chars/sec (5 to 8 level)
Monitor Printer 10 chars/sec
Paper Tape Punch and Monitor Printer are included in Programmers
Console, Type 1232.
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Magnetic Cores 73,728 to 589,824
Number of cores varies according to memory size, e.g., 73,728/4,096
words of memory.
CHECKING FEATURES
Programmed parity checking.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.85 Kw
Power, blowers 0.15 Kw
Volume, computer 23.3 cu ft
Area, computer 3.9 sq ft
Floor loading 198 lbs/sq ft
198 lbs concen max
Ambient air cooled; equipment included in computer
cabinet.
Weight, computer 775 lbs
May be ship or van mounted. Does not require false floor. Power
required is 115 V, 1 phase, 60 cycle and 115 V, 3 phase, 400 cycle.
COST, PRICE AND RENTAL RATES
Basic System/Component Purchase
Minimum 1218 Computer: 4k memory,
4 I/0 $ 96,000
Most common 1218 Computer:
16K memory, 8 I/0 127,000
Militarized Mag Tape System
(2 handlers) 80,500
Paper Tape Subsystem incl.
keyboard & printer 25,000
High speed printer system 77,500
80 column card system 83,250
Fixed price sale only on 1218 basic system.
| BRL 1964, UNIVAC 1218, starting page 0293
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RENTAL RATES
Monthly Lease
UNISERVO IIA $ 450
Control & Synchronizer 1,530
Power Supply 550
High Speed Printer 500
Control & Synchronizer 1,450
Card Reader 350
Card Punch 500
Control & Synchronizer
for Reader & Punch 1,600
FH 880 Drum 2,000
Control and Synchronizer 1,420
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour Three 8-Hour
Shift Shifts Shifts
Supervisors 1 1 1
Analysts 2 2 2
Programmers 4 6 8
Clerks 1 2 2
Operators 1 1 1
Technicians On call On call On call
Training made available by the manufacturer to the user includes
programming and maintenance courses, held upon request at St. Paul,
Minnesota and at the customer's site. Complete training and
maintenance courses are available and UNIVAC Military Field
Engineering service is available on a world-wide basis.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
It is expected average meantime between failures
(MTBF) will be in excess of 1,000 hours. The UNIVAC
1218 was designed using MIL-E-16400D as a guide plus
MIL-I-16910A, MIL-STD-108D, MIL-S-901, and MIL-STD-167
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include 8 I/0 channels, buffered input/output;
any or all channels may by intercomputer; real-time interrupt s;
powerful instruction repertoire.
Unique system advantages include small physical size, resistant to
shock, vibration, unusual climate conditions and radio frequency
interference (RFI). Compatible with the Naval Tactical Data System
(NTDS) peripheral equipment and can be direct cable-coupled to large
scale UNIVAC computers.
Designed to meet MIL-E-16400D
Repertoire of 98 instructions
Real time millisecond clock capability
Average instruction time 8-12 microseconds
Memory cycle time 4 microseconds
Up to 8 Input and 8 Output channels; each may be intercomputer;
channels may be paired to form 36-bit interface.
All Input/Output transfers fully buffered
33 distinct automatic interrupts standard with 8 I/0 channels
32 words of permanent memory.
The new UNIVAC 1218 Military Computer is a versatile stored program,
medium scale, general purpose digital computer designed to provide
high reliability under advance operational environments.
With a core memory cycle time of 4 microseconds and powerful
Input/Output features it is capable of processing large quantities
of real time data.
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UNIVAC 1824
UNIVAC 1824 Microelectronic Aerospace Computer
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC DIVISION, Sperry Rand Corp.
Photo by UNIVAC Division, Sperry Rand Corp.
APPLICATIONS
The UNIVAC Model 1824 Microelectronic Aerospace Computer is a high
performance, general purpose, airborne digital computer.
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 24
Binary digits/instruction 16
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 35
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type One address
Number range Fractional two's complement.
Instruction word format
+---------+--------+-------+-----------------+
| 5 Bits | 2 Bits | 1 Bit | 8 Bits |
+---------+--------+-------+-----------------+
| OP Code | Index | Ext | Operand Address |
+---------+--------+-------+-----------------+
Subroutine and interrupt capabilities are present in the system.
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Automatic coding
A program, for the UNIVAC 1824, may be assembled on the
UNIVAC 1206, which, by means of an interpreter, may be run
on the UNIVAC 1206 also.
The Registers and B-Boxes that are programmable are 3 B-
Boxes as fixed addresses in DRO Memory, a 48-bit
accumulator, and Input/Output registers.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 8 4
Mult 44 - 84 40 - 80
Div 124 120
Construction (Arithmetic unit only)
750 integrated semiconductor circuits.
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Medium Words Bits/Word Microsec
Thin Film (DRO) 512 2 1.0
Thin Film (NDRO) 8,192 24 1.0
DRO - Destructive Read-Out
NDRO - Non-destructive Read-Out
INPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape 250 or 500 chars/sec
Keyset Entry Manual (numeric)
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape 110 chars/sec
Printer 1,040 lines/min
Recording Equipment Dependent upon application
Special purpose input/output characteristics for aerospace
application is utilized when the computer is mounted in
weapon systems. The computer is operated through its
support equipment console. Its operation is analogous to the
operation of a typical general purpose computer.
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Tubes 0
Diodes 0
Transistors 0
Microelectronic Integrated
Circuits 2,177
Magnetic Cores 0
The computer uses semiconductor integrated circuits and
magnetic thin film memories. The total number of circuits
depends upon I/0 requirements and memory size. The central
computer including arithmetic and control and memory are
indicated in the above table.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.1 Kw
Volume, computer 0.5 cu ft
Floor loading 32.15 lbs concen max
Weight, computer 32.15 lbs
Site preparation requirements
An air conditioner is not required for the computer.
Primary power is 28 V DC.
Size and weight includes central computer, memory system,
full missile system and stellar tracker interface, and a self
contained power supply.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
The techniques employed in the design, range from the basic
integrated circuitry to the connectorless final assembly.
The equipment support requirement, the cost of which often
exceeds that of the original equipment by several times, is
reduced drastically.
A field maintenance philosophy, in which the complete
computer can be changed as a unit, can be adopted because of
the high reliability and small physical size. The need for
highly trained technicians in the field is thereby virtually
eliminated. On the other hand, depot repairs can be
conducted to the level of a single low-cost chip or logic
element.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include small size, weight and power
requirements, medium speed, and high reliability.
Unique system advantages include full solid state
microelectronic circuits, a thin film memory computer with
general purpose characteristics makes the computer highly
versatile for complex system application.
The computer features the latest advances in microelectronic
circuits, metallic thin film memories, and multilayer,
photoetched interconnections. It is designed for simple and
inexpensive fabrication and for reliable operation under
severe environmental conditions. It is particularly suited for
application as a guidance and control unit within complex
aerospace systems. While the design is characterized by a
maximum packaging density, the computer retains full access
for ready maintenance.
The high capability and general purpose logic of the computer
assures a large margin of safety in meeting most of the
computational requirements of contemporary and planned
aerospace systems. A logical system growth potential is thus
available by the addition of appropriate interface and memory
storage capacity. Additionally the basic computer has a
sufficiently small size, weight, and power requirement so that
modular expansion of the input/output or storage capacity,
imposed by advanced or increased requirements, minimizes
the size increase and would not encroach appreciably upon
predetermined physical constraints.
The computer is sealed in a case. No particular protection is
required.
A unique interface design is required for each different
application of the computer. The computer is intended to
have a fully integrated interface in one integral structure
without the necessity of system connection through special
interface boxes.
FUTURE PLANS
The storage capacity may be varied as a modification
dependent upon system storage requirements.
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UNIVAC DIG TRNR
UNIVAC Digital Trainer
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC, Division of Sperry Rand Corp. UNIVAC Park, St Paul, Minnesota
(1) Tape Punch and Reader, (2) Keyboard Photo by UNIVAC
APPLICATIONS
The UNIVAC Digital Trainer is a compact general purpose digital computer packaged for
training programmers and maintenance technicians. It is parallel, solid state computer
with magnetic core memory and a full repertoire of instructions including one index
register (B-Box).
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 15, including sign
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded
Go-instruction repertoire including all variations
to basic instructions.
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type One address
Number range ±215- 1
+-----------------------+--------------------------+
| Upper 6 Bits | Lower 9 Bits |
+-----------------------+--------------------------+
| Instruction or Index | Direct addressing to |
| Register Modifiers | 512 words of core memory |
+-----------------------+--------------------------+
Automatic coding
Basic mnemonic to octal translator are available. Some relative addressing. Basically,
however, this unit is programmed in octal.
Registers and B-Boxes
1 B-Box at storage location zero has:
15 Bit Accumulator 15 Bit D Register
15 Bit 0 Register 15 Bit D Register
15 Bit X Register 9 Bit P Register
15 Bit D Register 9 Bit S Register
6 Bit U Register
All Registers except the B Index Register are visible on the panel.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 24 8
Mult 130
Div 130
Construction (Arithmetic unit only)
Transistor diode negative 'ors logic (NOR) is used.
Arithmetic mode Parallel
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential
STORAGE
No. of No. of Access
Words Alphan Char. Microsec
Core Storage 512 Bin. Approx 1,000 2.5
(Flexowrite 6-Bit)
INPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape (Flexowriter) 10 chars/sec
Flexowriter Keyboard 10 chars/sec
Control Panel Lights 2 chars/sec
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
Paper Tape (Flexowriter) 10 chars/sec
Flexowriter Keyboard 10 chars/sec
Panel Lights - -
This unit is primarily a training computer. Cost was a prime consideration in design
and development of the computer. Due to the relatively high cost of tape handlers, high
speed printers, etc., these units are not included as a part of the system.
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Photo by UNIVAC
The computer operator is stepping through the student's program,
one instruction at a time. Program status is displayed on the
register lights (1) on the control panel. This program was
loaded via the automatic typewriter tape reader into the core memory (2).
The program can be corrected by manual insertions of new data
at the control console. Once operational, the corrected program tape
will be punched out and printed automatically at the Input/Output
typewriter (3).
CIRCUIT ELEMENTS OF ENTIRE SYSTEM
Type Quantity
Tubes 0
Diodes 5,000 (Approx.)
Transistors 1,200 (Approx.)
Magnetic Cores 512-15 bit words
All solid state construction.
CHECKING FEATURES
Operations such as add, multiply, etc. may be program checked.
Input and output is via lower 6 bits of the "Q" Register.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.7 Kw 0.8 KVA 0.8-0.9 pf
115 Volt, 60 cps
Volume, computer 8 cu ft
Area, computer 3.6 sq ft
Room size - Nominal 10' x 10, x 10'
Weight, computer 400 lbs
Site preparation is not required except table and 115 Volt
60 cps power, 700 watts. Flexowriter is not included in above space
requirements.
No air conditioning required except ambient room temperature
should be less than 85o F.
PRODUCTION RECORD
Number produced to date 24
Number in current operation 19
Number in current production 8
Number on order 28
Anticipated production rates 2 - 4 per month
Time required for delivery 5 months maximum
COST, PRICE AND RENTAL RATES
Computer unit, Flexowriter and three week training course. $35,000
Unconditional guarantee first thirty days, conditional
guarantee for ninety days. Thereafter, service on an
"on call" basis will be billed.
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
The system trains personnel as follows:
One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour
Shift Shifts
Programmers 15 - 20 30 - 40
Operators 1 1
Technicians 6 - 12 12 - 24
Three week UNIVAC course included with each computer. Course
stresses programming logic and maintenance for customer personnel at
customers site.
This device is primarily for training of computer programmers
and technicians. The "operator" is equivalent to an instructor and the
"programmers" to students learning basic or intermediate programming
techniques. "Technicians" are equivalent to trainees in
maintenance techniques.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
All solid state. Design based on logic developed for military
computers. Estimated at over 100 hours mean-time-to-failure.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Outstanding features include low relative cost. Completely
parallel logic, and very fast magnetic core memory, typical of most
large-scale, high-speed systems.
The system is packaged for access to all logic components
and it has a full-size operator/control
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Photo by UNIVAC
(1) Arithmetic, control and memory access registers.
(2) Program control register.
(3) Switches for full control over the computer operation.
(4) Timing sequence indicators.
Unique system advantages include a complete instruction repertoire,
full scale operator/control panel, paper tape, and keyboard I/0,
packaged for programmer maintenance technician training mission
and suitable for classroom use.
The UDT is the general purpose, binary, high speed computer-designed
especially for training within the military agencies. It is
currently in use by all three service branches at various
technical training centers and schools.
FUTURE PLANS
A capability for faster paper tape input (300 frames sec).
Modification of a spec 15 bit I/0 channel adapter to allow two Digital
Trainer computers to transfer data under program control,
thus simulating the more complex dual computer system operation.
REMARKS
UNIVAC Digital Trainers are currently in use in all three branches
of the military. Current Orders are as follows:
13 for the U.S. Navy (7 delivered)
5 for the U.S. Army (5 delivered)
10 for the U.S. Air Force (6-delivered)
Current commitments for 28 units will be completed by 15 September 1963.
INSTALLATIONS
Redstone Arsenal OGMS School (4 machines)
Bainbridge (Later trfd to Westinghouse in Maryland by Navy)
Mare Island (Navy) (4 machines)
Keesler Air Force Base TTC (3 machines)
Sheppard Air Force Base (2 machines plus 1 on loan
until May 63 for reshipment to Glynco)
Great Lakes (Navy) (2 machines)
Fort Bliss Air Defense School
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UNIVAC Digital Trainer (Rear View) Photo by UNIVAC
(1) The student's program tape ready for read-in.
(2) A built-in logic card tester
(3) 115 volt, 60 cycle input line for the computer and typewriter system.
(4) Connector for input power line (computer-to-typewriter)
(5) Data cable (typewriter-to-computer)
(6) 115 volt, 60 cycle convenience outlet for oscilloscope and other test equipment.
(7) Test signal blocks (easily available test points for monitoring
of electrical voltages and pulses via oscilloscopes and meters)
(8) Relay banks for transfer of computer data to and from
the input-output typewriter.
Photo by UNIVAC
The oscilloscope is connected via a front test block
(not visible) in order to show the stage of the MEMORY
INHIBIT flip-flop within the computer.
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UNIVAC Digital Trainer (Left Section-Rear View) Photo by UNIVAC
(1) Built-in card tester.
(2) A marginal check on the computer system components
may be initiated by moving this card one position.
(3) Specific logic card located physically.
UNIVAC Digital Trainer (Ready for Shipment) Photo by UNIVAC
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Photo by UNIVAC
The three types of logic circuits and one of the fifteen magnetic core memory planes.
| BRL 1964, UNIVAC SOLID STATE II 80/90, starting page 0302
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UNIVAC SOLID STATE II 80/90
MANUFACTURER
UNIVAC , Division of Sperry Rand Corp.
Photo by UNIVAC
APPLICATIONS
System is designed as a general purpose data processing
system for use in general accounting, inventory,
billing, budget control, sales analysis, statistics,
railroad accounting, and revenue accounting, as well as
scientific computing. The UNIVAC Solid-State Computer
is a medium-priced data processing system for
business use. The term "Solid-State" refers to the use
of Ferractor amplifiers and transistors. The Solid-State
consists of a central processor, a readpunch unit, a
high-speed card reader and a high-speed printer.
Automatic coding techniques simplify programming.
The Solid-State system may be ordered with magnetic
tape units for either the 90-column system or the
80-column system.
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary coded decimal
Decimal digits/word 10 plus sign
Decimal digits/instruction 10
Instructions/word 1
Instructions decoded 76
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type One and a half address
One address is the operand - the half address refers to the
address of next instruction to be executed. Next
instruction is the (c) portion of the instruction.
Number range -9999999999 to +9999999999
Instruction word format
+-------------+-------------+-------------+
| Instruction | (m) Address | (c) Address |
| Code | | |
+------+------+---+---+--+--+---+---+--+--+
| | | | | | | | | | |
+------+------+---+---+--+--+---+---+--+--+
(m) Address is address of operand
(c) Address is the address of the next instruction
to be executed.
A sizable number of precoded routines are supplied to
Solid State Computer users. Approximate 58 routines
available for 80-column tape system, and 62 available
for 90-column tape system.
Automatic coding includes an X-6 assembly available
for card and tape system, FORTRAN II, S4 Assembly
system, Report Generator, PROGENY, and a variety
of utility programs. A program interrupt feature is
optionally available on both Model I and Model II.
Registers and B-Boxes
3-10 digit arithmetic registers
9 - index registers (4 digits each) are standard.
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access Excl. Stor. Access
Microsec Microsec
Add 136 (b = b + a) 51
Mult 688 (5-dig product) 569 (5-dig product)
Div 1,173 (average) 1,054 (average)
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Arithmetic mode Serial
Serial by digit, parallel by bit.
The word time is 17 microseconds.
Timing Synchronous
Operation Concurrent
STORAGE
No. of No. of Dec. Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Magnetic Core 1,280 14,080 17
Magnetic Drum 200-1,200 2,000-12,000 425
Magnetic Drum 2,400-7,600 24,000-76,000 1,700
Magnetic Tape
No. of units that can be connected 20 Units
No. of chars/linear inch of tape 250 Chars/inch
Channels or tracks (8 incl sprocket) 7 Track/tape
Blank tape separating each record 1.05 Inches
Tape speed 100 Inches/sec
Transfer rate 25,000 Chars/sec
Start time 12 Millisec
Stop time 9 Millisec
Average time for experienced
operator to change reel of tape 30 Seconds
Up to 20 tape units are connectable through the use of a
second synchronizer. Physical properties of tape
Width 0.5015+0.0000-0.0030 Inches
Length of reel 2,500 Feet
(Recording surface)
Composition Mylar
All users have the 5,000 word drum. Standardized system
comparison for formula[ (A+B)'C ] /D 4 Memory requires 1.19
milliseconds.
INPUT
Medium Speed
High Speed Card Reader 450 cards/min
Read-Punch Card Unit 150 cards/min
Magnetic Tape 100 inches/sec
No plugboard is used. 80 or 90-column card units
are available. Tape densities and formats are com-
patible with other UNIVAC tape systems.
OUTPUT
Medium Speed
Read-Punch Card Unit 150 cards/min
Magnetic Tape 100 inches/sec
High Speed Printer 600 lines/min
Card Punching Printer 150 cards/min
Printer prints 130 chars/line. Card Punching Printer prints
on both sides of Tab Card - a maximum of 13 lines on a side.
Instantaneous printing rate is 900 lines/minute.
CHECKING FEATURES
Odd parity, overflow, complete tape read checks.
Two read stations in card equipment. Logical checks in
central processor and printer.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE. PREPARATION
Power, computer 50.7 KVA 0.8 pf
Includes Printer Punch, Reader, 10 Servos, and Core
Memory.
Area, computer 925 sq ft
Capacity, air conditioner 12.3 Tons
Weight, computer 3,532 lbs
Site preparation requirements
Cable duct work is supplied with computer, if desired.
No special flooring is required. Power includes printer,.
punch, reader and 10 servos.
PRODUCTION RECORD
Number produced to date 31
Number in current operation 27
Time required for delivery 8 months
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
One 8-Hour Two 8-Hour Three 8-Hour
Shift Shifts Shifts
Supervisors 2 2 3
Analysts A supervisory function
Program-Coders 5 5 5
Clerks 3 3 3
Librarians 1 1 1
Operators 2 4 6
Engineers 1 1 1
Technicians 1 2 3
Programming courses are supplied on a regional basis.
RELIABILITY, OPERATING EXPERIENCE
A preventive maintenance check is made by service engineer
at start of each working day.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND REMARKS
Outstanding features include multiword transfers-drum-to-
core and core-to-drum), six additional index registers, and
full alphanumeric compare.
Program interrupt is optional, a second synchronizer is
available for simultaneous operations. The following
operations can progress simultaneously: processing, card
reading (high-speed reader), reading or punching paper tape,
printing a line of data, reading or punching (read-punch
unit), reading or writing a block of tape data or a block of
Randex Data.
If two synchronizers are employed, reading and writing on
tape can also proceed simultaneously.
The Model II Solid State System, like the Model I, is a
medium-priced system capable of handling a wide range of
data processing applications. Characterized by a main
memory composed of both magnetic drum and magnetic core,
it is fully buffered, allowing for efficient simultaneous
input/output computer operations. Although the system is
tape-oriented, an online card reader, a read/punch unit, as
well as printer may be included.
A basic Modell II central processor includes 14,080 digits of
core storage and 2,600 words of drum storage, as well as 9
index registers. As far as input/output devices are
concerned, a minimum system may be expanded to include
20 tape units, a card reader, a card read/punch unit, and a
high-speed printer. Also, a maximum of ten Randex drum
storage units may be included, each unit of which has a
capacity of 24 million digits.
A system including the basic processor, four tape units, and
a printer rents for 6,970.00. "Typical" systems rent for
approximately $8,500.00.
A complete software package is available which includes: an
Assembly System S4, FORTRAN II Algebraic Compiler, a
Report Generator PROGENY, and a variety of Utility
Programs.
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| BRL 1964, VERDAN II, starting page 0306
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VERDAN II
MANUFACTURER
Autonetics Division of North American Aviation
Photo by Autonetics Division
APPLICATIONS
The computer is designed primarily for solving real time control
problems by combining, under program control, a general purpose
computer and two digital differential analyzer sections. The
computer can be used as the central computer in control and
weapons systems. It has the capability of simultaneously
extrapolating points along many functions, computing new initial
conditions, accepting and processing time varying data from 90
different sources, and con
trolling 47 different output devices. The GP and DDA sections
operate simultaneously and independently, however the DDA program
can be controlled, monitored, and modified by the GP section under
GP program control.
PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL SYSTEM
Internal number system Binary
Binary digits/word 27
Binary digits/instruction 24
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Instructions/word 1 + next instruction address
Instructions decoded
The second address is the address of the next instruction.
Arithmetic system Fixed point
Instruction type Operand sector & channel
+ next instruction sector
Number range ± 8,388,607 (Fractional)
Instruction word format
+---------+-------------+-----------+----------------+
| 24 22 | 21 16 | 15 11 | 10 1 |
+---------+-------------+-----------+----------------+
| operand | next | operation | operand |
| address | instruction | code | address |
| | | | channel sector |
+---------+-------------+-----------+----------------+
Registers and B-Boxes
1 - 25-bit Intercomm. Buffer Register
2 - Rapid Access Registers, 8-word, 16-word
4 - Arithmetic Registers
ARITHMETIC UNIT
Incl. Stor. Access
Microsec
Add 78
Mult 2,000
Div 2,000
Arithmetic mode Serial
Timing Synchronous
Operation Sequential
STORAGE
No. of No. of Binary Access
Medium Words Digits Microsec
Magnetic Disk 5,632 135,168 156
INPUT
Medium Speed Remarks
Discrete (20) Variable 1,000 (Read under GP pro-
pulses/sec max. gram control)
Resolver Variable 1,000 (DDA program control)
cycles/sec
Pulse 100 pulses/sec (DDA program control)
Analog Continuous (DDA program control)
Encoder Continuous (DDA program control)
Operator inputs are keyboard, typewriter, or punched tape.
OUTPUT
Medium Speed/second Remarks
GP channel & timing 345,600 cycles (Continuous)
Discrete (8) 100 pulses (Control external
devices)
Incremental (Binary) 100 pulses (DDA information)
Incremental (Ternary) 100 pulses (DDA information)
Analog Continuous
Two format options, 20-bit precision.
Shaft Positioning Continuous
Operator outputs are the Nixie display of any memory location
by setting up of location selection switches, the display of
continuous output either manual or programmed, typewriter,
or punched paper tape.
POWER, SPACE, WEIGHT, AND SITE PREPARATION
Power, computer 0.925 KV.
Volume, computer 3.0 cu ft
Weight, computer 180 lbs
PRODUCTION RECORD
Number produced to date 61
Number in current operation 33
Number in current production 49
Number on order 110
Anticipated production rates 4/week
Time required for delivery 7 months
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Maintenance training and operation training rendered as
required.