Rotronics Wafadrive User Manual

This document is a user manual for the Rotronics Wafadrive 16/48K Sinclair Spectrum

Rotronics Wafadrive User Manual - cover page
Brand
ROTRONICS
Category
Other device
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
45
File format
PDF
File size
282 KB
Published
01 June, 2012
Updated
01 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
A00EDA04C5499147137C5374DA1AF600
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Rotronics Wafadrive User Manual PDF

About this manual

The Rotronics Wafadrive is a fast‑access magnetic‑tape storage system for the Sinclair Spectrum. It provides two drives, Centronics and RS‑232 printer interfaces, and a built‑in word processor. The manual covers unpacking, connecting, initialising the system, and using the extended BASIC commands.

Detailed sections describe wafer capacities, formatting and naming, protection against accidental erasure, and routine maintenance such as head cleaning. Appendices list error reports, command summaries, system variables, memory maps, and full specifications.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Unpacking and Connecting
  • Using the Wafadrive
  • The Wafers
  • Preparing and Naming Wafers
  • Protecting Against Accidental Erasure
  • Maintenance
  • Appendix: Specification

Specifications

Wafer capacities16 KB, 64 KB, 128 KB (after formatting)
Printer interfacesCentronics and RS‑232 compatible
Head cleaning intervalApproximately every 500 passes
Wafer durabilityDesigned for 5 000 passes, up to 10 000 with careful use

Frequently asked questions

How do I initialise the Wafadrive system?

Enter the command NEW * at the Spectrum keyboard; this loads the Wafadrive operating system.

What printer interfaces does the Wafadrive support?

It provides both Centronics and RS‑232 compatible printer interfaces.

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