Paper Tape Punched for Computer Input

Description:

This punched paper tape, intended for computer input, is in a clear plastic case. A mark on the case reads: Corr11, V224, IVAR, VRLST.A mark on the outermost edge of the tape reads: RDMRII.Two orange paper stickers on the bottom of the case list what appeared to be the names of programs. Those not crossed out are named 8n3, CORRII, and V225, The paper tape is in differend shades of tan, pink, and yellow - perhaps signifying different programs or datasets. There appear to be six holes for data entry in each channel, plus a smaller sprocket hole toward the center and a larger one along one side of each channel.

Location: Currently not on view

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Credit Line: Jon Eklund

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 2006.0132.04Catalog Number: 2006.0132.04Accession Number: 2006.0132

Object Name: Paper Tape

Physical Description: paper (overall material)plastic (overall material)Measurements: overall: 5 1/2 in x 5 1/2 in x 1 1/2 in; 13.97 cm x 13.97 cm x 3.81 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746ab-e174-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_1302765

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