Tape Transport (Noun)
Meaning
A mechanism that transports magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape playback/recorder.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The tape transport system in the old VCR was prone to jamming and required frequent cleaning.
- A faulty tape transport mechanism was the likely cause of the distorted audio playback.
- The engineer carefully adjusted the tape transport to ensure smooth and consistent tape movement.
- The tape transport assembly consisted of several intricate parts that worked together to position the tape precisely.
- The tape transport motor was replaced with a new one to improve the overall performance of the tape deck.