ATARI 410 P (rare Version) Data Recorder -

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The Atari 410 Program recorder was designed for the Atari 400/800 series of computers. The Recorder is untested for now. No guarantee.

The ATARI 410™ Program Recorder is a special peripheral. It uses the serial bus to send and receive data, but does not conform to the protocol of the other peripherals that use the serial bus. The Program Recorder must also be the last device on the serial bus, because it does not have a serial bus extender connector as the other peripherals do. There can never be more than one Program Recorder connected to any system for the same reason. The system cannot sense the presence or absence of the Program Recorder so it can be connected and disconnected at will.

The Atari 410 came in two variations, but both had identical specifications. Atari cassette drives had a unique double-track feature, enabling sound and data to be recorded and transmitted. This was used in such programs as the Atari language modules and Invitation to programming series, utilising a narrator while the program ran on screen. The Atari 410 used the advanced Serial I/O interface (SIO), enabling easy connection to the computer. Originally designed specifically for the 410, it was decided to use it on all Atari 8-Bit peripherals.

The Atari Program Recorders provide storage and retrieval of programs and data on cassette tape. In addition to the digital track that stores computer data, a second audio track is provided to play music or voice as the program runs.

Data transmission rate: 600 bits per second.
Data storate capacity: 100,000 bytes per 60-minute cassette.
Track configuration: 4 track, 2 channel (digital data and audio track)
410 Program Recorder
- early Japan version had a carrying handle
- most versions made in Hong Kong
- 410a--Taiwan version
- built-in SIO cable - must end SIO daisy chain
- power - plugs directly into wall (most versions)
- "410P" version (rare).