PDP-8/E, PDP-8/M & PDP-8/F Small Computer Handbook

Chapter 1 PDP-8/E Story
Chapter 2 System Introduction
- PDP-8/E Basic System
- KK8-E Central Processing Unit
- M3800 Major Registers Module
  - Accumulator (AC)
  - Multiplier Quotient Register (MQ)
  - Program Counter (PC)
  - Central Processor Memory Address Register (CPMA)
  - Memory Buffer Register (MB)
  - Data Gates and Adders
- M8310 Major Registers Control Module
  - Link
  - Major Register Control Circuits
  - Major State Generator
  - Instruction Register (IR)
- M8320 Bus Loads Module
- M8330 Timing Generator Module
- M849 RFI Shield Module
- KC8-EA Programmers Console
- M8650 Asynchronous Data Control Module
- Memory System
  - G227 XY Driver and Current Source Module
  - G619 Planar Stack Board
  - G104 Sense/Inhibit Module
- Interfacing
- Differences Between the PDP-8/E and Its Predecessors
- PDP-8/F and PDP-8/M
Chapter 3 System Operation
- Programmer's Console Operation
- Memory Organization
- Memory and Processor Instructions
  - Memory Reference Instructions
  - The Housekeeping Instruction
- Augmented Instructions
  - The Input/Output Transfer Instruction
  - The Operate Instruction
- Group 1 Microinstructions
- Group 2 Microinstructions
- Group 3 Microinstructions
- Instruction Execution and Timing
  - Memory Timing
  - FETCH Major State
  - DEFER Major State
  - EXECUTE Major State
Chapter 4 Input/Output Operations
- Programmed Data Transfer
  - Peripheral Device Status
  - Programmed Data Transfer Timing Constraints
- Program Interrupt Transfers
  - Interrupt System Operation
  - Interrupt System Hardware Components
- Data Break Transfers
  - Current Address (CA) Register
  - Word Count (WC) Register
  - Data Break Priority
  - Data Break Transfers
  - Single-Cycle Data Break
  - Three-Cycle Data Break
Chapter 5 Processor Options
- Mechanical Expansion Options
- KE8-E Extended Arithmetic Element
- Memory Equipment Options
- Real Time Clock Options
- KP8-E Power Fail Detect
Chapter 6 Internal I/O Options
- Console Teleprinters
- CRT Displays
- X/Y Plotter Options
- Line Printer Options
- Data Communications Equipment Options
- Card Reader Options
- RK8-E Disk Cartridge System
- Omnibus Magnetic Tape Options
- Laboratory Peripherals
- DB8-E Interprocessor Buffer
Chapter 7 External I/O Options
- External Bus Interface Control Options
- Random Access Disk Devices
- Magnetic Tape Options
- Data Acquisition Peripherals
- VW01 Writing Tablet
- FPP-12 Floating Point Processor
- Data Entry Terminals
- DW08-A I/O Conversion Panel
Chapter 8 Installation Planning and Delivery
- Pre-Delivery Planning and Site Preparation
  - Processor Options
  - Cabinet Options
  - I/O Cabling Requirements
- Temperature and Humidity
- Factors Affecting System Reliability
- Extended Operation Under Extreme Conditions
- Electrical Considerations
  - General Power Requirements
  - Power Failure
  - Ground Requirements
- AC Power Facility Installation and Testing
- Installation Procedure for PDP-8/M and Teletype
- Equipment Support Services
  - Maintenance and Service Options
  - Service Agreement
  - Service Contract Coverage
  - Eligibility for Service Contract Coverage
  - Depot Repair
Chapter 9 The Omnibus Interfacing
- Introduction
- Section 1 Omnibus Description
- Bus Structure
- Bus Specifications
- Systems Configuration
- Relationship of the External Bus to the Omnibus
- Omnibus Signals
- Section 2 How To Choose the Type of I/O Transfer
- Data Transfer Types
- Interfacing to the Processor
- Data Transfer Rates
- Device Codes
- Section 3 Designing Basic Programmed I/O Interface Control Circuits
- Device Selection Circuit
- Operations Decoder
- Flag Logic
- Interrupt Request
- Output Buffer
- Input Buffer
- I/O Control
- Input/Output Timing for Programmed I/O Interfaces
- Extended I/O
- Section 4 Designing a Basic Data Break Interface
- Break Address
- Data Paths
- Status Register
- Break Priorities
- Transfer Direction and Loading Logic
- Data Break Internal Logic and Timing
- Basic One-Cycle Data Break Interface
- Timing For Sample Data Break Interface
- Three-Cycle Data Breaks
- Design Check List For Single Cycle Data Break Interface
- Section 5 General Design and Construction Guidelines
- Interface Design Options
- Etched Circuit Layout and Construction Rules
- General Cable Rules and Suggestions
- DEC Supplied Interface Cables
- Cabling Rules
- Interface Timing Criteria
  - General Timing Rules
  - Interrupt Timing
  - Timing Example
  - Timing Requirements For Data Break Facilities
  - Timing and Break Priorities
- General Propagation Delay Guidelines
  - 2-input NAND Gate Delay
  - Flip-Flop Propagation Delays
  - J-K Flip-Flops
  - One-Shot Delays
- Maximum Operating Frequency
- Loading Rules
  - Device Selection Inputs
  - Skip and Interrupt Request Lines
  - Electrical Considerations of Driving a Line
- Grounding
- Testing Techniques
  - Initial Checkout
  - System Test
  - Final Testing
- Programming Rules
- Design Checklist
- Section 6 PDP-8/E Interface Hardware
- W966 & W967 Mounting Boards
- H851 Edge Connector
- Module Holders
- 30-Gauge Insulated Wire
Chapter 10 I/O Expansion Techniques
- Section 1 Positive I/O Bus Interfacing Techniques
- The Nature of the External Bus
- External Bus Signals
- Application
  - Programmed I/O Transfer
  - Program Interrupt Transfers
  - Data Break Transfers
- Interfacing Techniques
  - PDP-8/I and 8L-Type Peripherals
  - Customer Peripherals
  - DEC Logic Module Interfacing
  - Customer Designed Interfaces
  - Restrictions and Criteria
    - Cooling
    - Signal Terminating
    - Timing Criteria
- Cabling Rules and Suggestions
- Section 2 Omnibus Interfacing Using "Off the Shelf" Modules
- Omnibus Signal Summary
- The Building Block Approach
- M783 Bus Drivers
- M784 Bus Receivers
- M785 Bus Transceiver
- M9190 M935 Kit
- H803 Connector Block
- M935 Bus Connector
- H9190 Mounting Panel
- H019 Mounting Bar
- Interface Example Paper Tape Reader
- Input/Output Transfer (IOT) Instruction Usage
- System Operation
- M-Series Module Summary
- K-Series Module Summary

Company:	Digital Equipment Corporation
Part:	018.00173.2546 S-09-100
Date:	1973
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