Patent ID: 7251093
Filing Date: 2007-07-31
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
1. A data storage system, comprising: a first reel adapted for storing tape thereon; a second reel adapted for storing the tape thereon; a head assembly for at least reading data from the tape; electronics coupled to the head assembly for processing the data from the tape; a first tape guide assembly engaging the tape passing between the first reel and the head assembly, the first tape assembly being for setting a first wrap angle of the tape as the tape approaches the head assembly, the first tape guide assembly comprising: a guide for supporting the tape passing thereacross, the guide having a first axis; a shaft having opposite ends, the ends of the shaft being rotationally coaxial along a second axis, the shaft being rotatable about the second axis such that an angular position of the shaft can be adjusted, the second axis being offset from the first axis such that rotation of the shaft about the second axis moves the first axis in an orbital fashion about the second axis, the guide being positioned between the ends of the shaft; and a mechanism for preventing further rotation of the shaft when the angular position of the shaft is in a desired position.