Magnetic tape device, control method for magnetic tape device, and control program for magnetic tape device

Abstract

To provide a magnetic tape device or the like capable of being made smaller.SOLUTION: A magnetic tape device includes: a magnetic head; tape carrying means for carrying a magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves near the magnetic head; and leader pin carrying means for carrying a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape, in which the tape carrying means and the leader pin carrying means are arranged on one surface of a tabular frame and the other surface, respectively, and a through hole capable of arranging the magnetic head inside is provided on the frame.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a magnetic tape device, a control method for a magnetic tape device, and a control program for a magnetic tape device. [Background technology]

[0002] The writing and reading speeds of storage devices using magnetic tape are slower than those of storage devices such as semiconductor memory and hard disks. However, they are capable of storing very large amounts of data at low cost. For this reason, they are still widely used today, mainly for backup purposes. There are two types of cartridges that hold magnetic tapes: one-reel or single-reel, which has one reel, and two-reel, which are called two-reel or dual-reel. In recent years, single-reel cartridges have become mainstream for large-capacity storage. They have also been standardized as LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology.

[0003] In an LTO-compliant magnetic tape cartridge, a leader pin is fixed to the free end of the tape. In a magnetic tape device using such a magnetic tape, the leader pin is first gripped by a member called a leader block. Next, the magnetic tape is drawn along a predetermined transport path. This operation is called threading. A magnetic head is provided along the transport path. Next, the leader block is locked to the take-up reel. Here, the leader block is locked to the transport means by using an axis called a thread pin so that it can rotate freely. Then, the leader block is locked to the take-up reel. At this time, the locking is performed so that the center of the thread pin and the center of the take-up reel coincide. From this state, the take-up reel rotates, allowing the magnetic tape to be wound and unwound.

[0004] Methods for efficiently performing the above threading have been studied. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a technique for moving a leader block along a transport path. In this technique, a cam gear provided above a magnetic head is used. In this configuration, a threading arm is first rotatably attached to the cam gear. In addition, a leader block is attached to the threading arm. In this configuration, by rotating the cam gear, it becomes possible to move the leader block along a predetermined transport path (orbit). Then, the leader block is engaged with a leader pin at the tip of the magnetic tape stored in the cartridge. Next, the cam gear is rotated to move the leader block along the transport path. Furthermore, the leader block is engaged with a take-up reel. This completes threading. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0005] [Patent Document 1] JP 2014-207048 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0006] In the technology of Patent Document 1, the top of the magnetic head is covered by a cam gear, which poses a problem that space is required around the installation position of the magnetic head, making the device larger.

[0007] The present disclosure has been made in consideration of the above problems, and aims to provide a magnetic tape device and the like that can be made smaller. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] In order to solve the above problems, the magnetic tape device disclosed herein comprises a magnetic head, a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head, and a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape, the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means being respectively arranged on one and the other sides of a frame which is a plate-shaped body, and the frame is provided with a through hole within which the magnetic head can be positioned.

[0009] In addition, a control method for a magnetic tape device disclosed herein is a control method for a magnetic tape device, the magnetic tape device comprising a magnetic head, a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head, and a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape, the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means being respectively arranged on one side and the other side of a frame which is a plate-shaped body, the frame being provided with a through hole within which the magnetic head can be positioned, the leader pin transport means transports the leader pin to the tape transport means, and the tape transport means engages the leader pin.

[0010] In addition, the control program for a magnetic tape device disclosed herein is a control program for a magnetic tape device, the magnetic tape device comprising a magnetic head, a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head, and a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape, the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means being respectively arranged on one side and the other side of a frame which is a plate-shaped body, the frame being provided with a through hole within which the magnetic head can be positioned, and the control program causes a computer to execute a process of causing the leader pin transport means to transport the leader pin to the tape transport means and a process of causing the tape transport means to engage the leader pin. Effect of the Invention

[0011] The effect of the present invention is to provide a magnetic tape device etc. that can be made smaller. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0012] [Figure 1] 1 is a schematic side view showing an example of a magnetic tape device according to the present disclosure. [Diagram 2] 1 is a schematic side view showing an example of a configuration of a magnetic tape device according to the present disclosure. [Diagram 3] FIG. 2 is a schematic side view showing an example of a leader block according to the present disclosure. [Figure 4] 13 is a schematic side view showing a modified example of the leader block of the present disclosure. FIG. [Diagram 5] 1 is a schematic plan view showing an example of a specific configuration of a magnetic tape device according to the present disclosure. [Figure 6] 1 is a schematic plan view showing a first operating state of a magnetic tape device according to the present disclosure; [Figure 7] 11 is a schematic plan view showing a second operating state of the magnetic tape device of the present disclosure. FIG. [Figure 8] 4 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the operation of the magnetic tape device of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0013] Hereinafter, the embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. However, the embodiments described below are limited in a technically preferable manner for carrying out the present invention, but the scope of the invention is not limited to the following. Note that the same components in each drawing are given the same numbers, and the description may be omitted.

[0014] (First embodiment) 1 is a schematic side view showing an example of a magnetic tape device of the present disclosure. The magnetic tape device 100 includes a magnetic head 110, a tape transport means 120, and a leader pin transport means 130. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side, respectively, of a frame 140. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. A through hole 141 is provided in the frame 140. At least a part of the magnetic head 110 can be disposed inside the through hole 141.

[0015] The magnetic head 110 reads data from the magnetic tape 200 or writes data to the magnetic tape 200 .

[0016] The tape transport means 120 transports the magnetic tape 200 so that the magnetic tape 200 moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head 110 .

[0017] The leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader pin 210. The leader pin 210 is provided at one end of the magnetic tape 200.

[0018] In the above configuration, at least a portion of the magnetic head is disposed inside the through hole 141. Therefore, compared to a structure in which a member such as a cam gear is disposed above the magnetic head 110, the magnetic tape device 100 can be made more compact.

[0019] Next, a configuration example of the leader pin transport means 130 will be described. Fig. 2 is a schematic side view showing an example of the configuration of the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure. The leader pin transport means 130 of this example includes a leader block 131, a linear body 132, a guide member 133, and a linear body drive means 134.

[0020] The leader block 131 holds the leader pin 210. The leader block 131 is attached to a linear body 132.

[0021] Linear body driving means 134 drives linear body 132 in the longitudinal direction. When linear body 132 is moved in the longitudinal direction, leader block 131 moves together with linear body 132. By this action, leader pin 210 is transported.

[0022] For example, one end of linear body 132 is fixed to a first reel, and the other end is fixed to a second reel. By winding up one of the pair of reels and unwinding the other, linear body 132 can be driven. The middle of linear body 132 is guided by guide member 133.

[0023] 3 is a schematic side view showing an example of a leader block of the present disclosure. One end of the leader block 131 holds the leader pin 210 of the magnetic tape 200. A general configuration can be applied for holding the leader pin 210 by the leader block 131. For example, a hook may be used for locking, or a pair of claws may be used for holding the leader pin 210.

[0024] The leader block 131 includes an attachment portion 1311 and a thread pin 1312. The attachment portion 1311 is attached to the linear body 132. This fixes the leader block 131 to the linear body 132. The thread pin 1312 is, for example, cylindrical, and the leader block 131 is rotatable around the central axis of the thread pin 1312. As will be described later, the thread pin 1312 is engaged with the tape transport means 120. This enables the magnetic tape 200 to be transported by the tape transport means 120.

[0025] (Modification) 4 is a schematic side view showing a modified example of the leader block 131 of the present disclosure. The modified magnetic tape device 100 has a second frame. A second frame 150 is provided on the side opposite the frame 140 of the tape transport means 120. The modified leader block 131 has a guide boss 1313 on the second frame 150 side. The guide boss 1313 is engaged with a second groove, which will be described later, to control the transport direction of the leader block 131.

[0026] Next, a specific example of the magnetic tape 200 will be described. FIG. 5 is a schematic plan view showing an example of a specific configuration of the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure. The magnetic tape device 100 of this example includes a second frame 150, as in the modified example. The frame 140 is provided with a first groove 142. The leader block 131 moves along the first groove 142. The second frame 150 is also provided with a second groove 151. The second groove 151 has the same track as the first groove 142. The leader block 131 is engaged with a guide boss 1313 of the leader block 131, thereby keeping the leader block 131 in a constant position. The entire magnetic tape device 100 is housed in a housing 160.

[0027] The magnetic tape 200 contained in the cartridge 220 is loaded into the magnetic tape device 100. Then, the leader pin 210 is gripped by the leader block 131 at gripping position A. In addition, the leader block 131 is locked to the tape transport means 120 at locking position B at the center of the tape transport means 120.

[0028] The frame 140 is provided with a through hole 141. The magnetic head 110 is disposed inside the through hole 141. Note that what is disposed inside the through hole 141 may be a part of the magnetic head 110. The magnetic head 110 is moved by magnetic head moving means 111. This movement allows the magnetic head 110 and the magnetic tape 200 to come into contact with and be separated from each other.

[0029] A tape guide member 121 is provided on the side of the magnetic head 110. The tape guide member 121 guides the traveling direction of the magnetic tape 200. The tape guide member 121 is provided, for example, on both sides of the magnetic head 110. The tape guide member 121 may be, for example, a roller. Alternatively, for example, an air bearing may be used.

[0030] One end of linear body 132 is fixed to first reel 135, and the other end is fixed to second reel 136. One of first reel 135 and second reel 136 unwinds and the other winds, thereby transporting linear body 132 in the longitudinal direction. Accordingly, leader block 131 is transported. Here, for example, a motor (not shown) drives first reel 135 and second reel 136. In FIG. 5, first reel 135 and second reel 136 are linked together by using gears.

[0031] An intermediate portion of linear body 132 is guided by guide member 133. In the example of FIG.

[0032] The linear body 132 is, for example, a wire. In this case, a pulley is suitable as the guide member 133. With such a configuration, the wire can be transported smoothly. Alternatively, the linear body 132 is, for example, a chain. And, for example, the guide member 133 includes at least one sprocket. The chain meshes with the sprocket, allowing the chain to be transported smoothly.

[0033] The tape transport means 120 is, for example, a reel. Then, the leader block 131 is engaged with the tape transport means 120 so that the center of the tape transport means 120 and the center of the thread pin 1312 of the leader block 131 coincide with each other. From this state, the tape transport means 120 rotates, thereby transporting the magnetic tape 200.

[0034] 6 is a schematic plan view showing a first operating state of the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure. In the first operating state, the leader block 131 is transported to the gripping position A. At this position, the leader block 131 grips the leader pin 210.

[0035] 7 is a schematic plan view showing a second operating state of the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure. After the first operating state, the linear body 132 is driven, and the leader block 131 moves along the first groove 142. Then, as shown in the second operating state, the leader block 131 moves to the locking position B. Then, at the locking position B, the leader block 131 is locked by the tape transport means 120. This completes threading.

[0036] For example, if the tape transport means 120 is a reel, the magnetic tape 200 is transported by rotating the reel from the second operating state. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the operation of the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure. First, the leader block 131 grips the leader pin 210 at gripping position A (S1). Next, the leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader pin 210 to the locking position B of the tape transport means 120 (S2). Next, the tape transport means 120 locks the leader pin 210 (S3). This completes threading. Then, the magnetic tape 200 can be transported by the tape transport means 120.

[0037] In the above configuration, the magnetic head 110 is disposed inside the through hole 141 of the frame 140. Therefore, compared to a configuration in which a member is disposed above the magnetic head 110, the magnetic tape device 100 can be made more compact.

[0038] The magnetic tape device 100 and the like according to the present disclosure have been described above.

[0039] The magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure includes a magnetic head 110, a tape transport means 120, and a leader pin transport means 130. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side of a frame 140, respectively. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. A through hole 141 is provided in the frame 140. At least a part of the magnetic head 110 can be disposed inside the through hole 141. The tape transport means 120 transports the magnetic tape 200 so that the magnetic tape 200 moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head 110. A leader pin 210 is provided at one end of the magnetic tape 200. The leader pin transport means 130 transports this leader pin 210. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side of the frame 140, respectively. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. The frame 140 is provided with a through hole 141 inside which the magnetic head 110 can be placed.

[0040] In the above configuration, the magnetic head 110 is disposed inside the through hole 141. In other words, there is no member above the magnetic head 110. Therefore, compared to a configuration in which there is a member above the magnetic head 110, the magnetic tape device 100 can be made more compact.

[0041] According to one aspect, in the magnetic tape device 100, the leader pin transport means 130 has a leader block 131, a linear body 132, a guide member 133, and a linear body drive means 134. The leader block 131 holds the leader pin 210. The leader block 131 is attached to the linear body 132. The guide member 133 guides the linear body 132. Furthermore, the linear body drive means 134 drives the linear body 132 in the longitudinal direction.

[0042] In the above configuration, leader block 131 is transported by linear body 132 guided by guide member 133. Therefore, there is no need to provide a member such as a cam gear on magnetic head 110. As a result, magnetic tape device 100 can be made more compact.

[0043] According to one embodiment, in the magnetic tape device 100, the linear body 132 is a wire, and the guide member 133 is a pulley.

[0044] The above configuration enables the leader block 131 to be transported smoothly.

[0045] According to one embodiment, in the magnetic tape device 100, the linear body 132 is a chain, and the guide member includes at least one sprocket.

[0046] In the above configuration, the chain and the sprockets mesh with each other, allowing the leader block 131 to be transported smoothly.

[0047] According to one embodiment, the magnetic tape device 100 has a second frame 150. The second frame is provided on the opposite side of the tape transport means 120 to the frame 140. The frame 140 has a first groove 142. The second frame 150 has a second groove 151. The leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader block 131 along the first groove 142 and the second groove 151.

[0048] In the above configuration, the leader block 131 is transported while maintaining a constant posture, which enables stable threading.

[0049] According to one embodiment, the magnetic tape device 100 includes a magnetic head moving unit 111. The magnetic head moving unit 111 brings the magnetic head 110 into contact with the magnetic tape 200.

[0050] The above configuration makes it possible to read data from the magnetic tape 200 or write data to the magnetic tape 200.

[0051] According to one embodiment, the magnetic tape device 100 includes a tape guide member 121. The tape guide member 121 is provided to the side of the magnetic head 110. The tape guide member 121 guides the magnetic tape 200 in the traveling direction.

[0052] According to one embodiment, in the magnetic tape device 100, the tape guide member 121 is a roller.

[0053] The above configuration allows the magnetic tape 200 to be transported smoothly.

[0054] According to one embodiment, in the magnetic tape device 100, the tape guide member 121 is an air bearing.

[0055] The above configuration allows the magnetic tape 200 to be transported smoothly.

[0056] The method of controlling the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure is a method of controlling the magnetic tape device 100. The magnetic tape device 100 includes a magnetic head 110, a tape transport means 120, and a leader pin transport means 130. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side of a frame 140, respectively. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. A through hole 141 is provided in the frame 140. At least a part of the magnetic head 110 can be disposed inside the through hole 141. The tape transport means 120 transports the magnetic tape 200 so that the magnetic tape 200 moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head 110. A leader pin 210 is provided at one end of the magnetic tape 200. The leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader pin 210. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side, respectively, of a frame 140. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. The frame 140 is provided with a through hole 141 in which the magnetic head 110 can be disposed. In the control method for the magnetic tape device 100, the leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader pin 210 to the tape transport means 120. Next, the tape transport means 120 locks the leader pin 210.

[0057] The above control method enables the magnetic tape device 100 to be miniaturized. Also, threading of the magnetic tape 200 becomes possible.

[0058] The control program for the magnetic tape device 100 of the present disclosure is a control program for the magnetic tape device 100. The magnetic tape device 100 includes a magnetic head 110, a tape transport means 120, and a leader pin transport means 130. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side of a frame 140, respectively. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. A through hole 141 is provided in the frame 140. At least a part of the magnetic head 110 can be disposed inside the through hole 141. The tape transport means 120 transports the magnetic tape 200 so that the magnetic tape 200 moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head 110. A leader pin 210 is provided at one end of the magnetic tape 200. The leader pin transport means 130 transports the leader pin 210. The tape transport means 120 and the leader pin transport means 130 are disposed on one side and the other side of a frame 140, respectively. The frame 140 is a plate-like body. The frame 140 is provided with a through hole 141 in which the magnetic head 110 can be disposed. The control program of the magnetic tape device 100 causes the computer to execute a process of causing the leader pin transport means 130 to transport the leader pin 210 to the tape transport means 120. The control program of the magnetic tape device 100 also causes the computer to execute a process of causing the tape transport means 120 to engage the leader pin 210.

[0059] The above control program enables the magnetic tape device 100 to be made more compact. Also, threading of the magnetic tape 200 becomes possible.

[0060] The present invention has been described above by taking the above-mentioned embodiment as an exemplary example. However, the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiment. That is, the present invention can be applied in various aspects that can be understood by a person skilled in the art within the scope of the present invention.

[0061] The scope of the present invention also includes a program for causing a computer to execute any of the processes disclosed above, and a recording medium storing the program. As the recording medium, for example, a magnetic disk, a magnetic tape, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, a semiconductor memory, etc. can be used.

[0062] A part or all of the above-described embodiments can be described as, but is not limited to, the following supplementary notes.

[0063] (Appendix 1) A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed; A magnetic tape device comprising:

[0064] (Appendix 2) The leader pin transport means is a leader block that holds the leader pin; a linear body to which the leader block is attached; A guide member that guides the linear body; a linear body driving means for driving the linear body in a longitudinal direction; 2. The recording and reproducing device according to claim 1, comprising:

[0065] (Appendix 3) the linear body is a wire, The linear body guide member is a pulley. 3. The recording and reproducing device according to claim 2.

[0066] (Appendix 4) the linear body is a chain, The linear body guide member includes at least one sprocket. 3. The recording and reproducing device according to claim 2.

[0067] (Appendix 5) a second frame provided on the opposite side of the tape transport means to the frame; the frame having a first groove; the second frame includes a second groove; The leader pin transport means is transporting the leader block along the first groove and the second groove; 5. A magnetic tape device according to claim 2, wherein the magnetic tape device is a magnetic tape device having a first input / output terminal and a second input / output terminal.

[0068] (Appendix 6) a magnetic head moving means for bringing the magnetic head into contact with the magnetic tape; 6. A recording and reproducing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

[0069] (Appendix 7) a tape guide member provided on a side of the magnetic head for guiding the magnetic tape in a traveling direction; 7. A recording and reproducing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

[0070] (Appendix 8) The tape guide member is a roller. 8. The recording and reproducing device according to claim 7.

[0071] (Appendix 9) The tape guide member is an air bearing. 8. The recording and reproducing device according to claim 7.

[0072] (Appendix 10) A method for controlling a magnetic tape device, comprising the steps of: The magnetic tape device includes: A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed, The leader pin transport means is Transporting the leader pin to the tape transport means; The tape transport means is locking the leader pin; 23. A method for controlling a magnetic tape device comprising:

[0073] (Appendix 11) A control program for a magnetic tape device, comprising: The magnetic tape device includes: A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed, The leader pin conveying means includes: A process of transporting the leader pin to a tape transport means; The tape transport means includes: a process of locking the leader pin; A control program for a magnetic tape device, comprising: [Explanation of symbols]

[0074] 100 Magnetic Tape Unit 110 Magnetic Head 111 Magnetic head moving means 120 Tape transport means 121 Tape guide member 130 Leader pin transport means 131 Leader Block 132 Linear body 133 Guide member 134 Linear body driving means 135 First Reel 136 Second Reel 140 frames 141 Through hole 142 First Groove 150 Second Frame 151 Second Groove 160 Case 200 Magnetic Tape 210 Leader pin 220 Cartridge

Claims

1. A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed; A magnetic tape device comprising:

2. The leader pin transport means is a leader block that holds the leader pin; a linear body to which the leader block is attached; A guide member that guides the linear body; a linear body driving means for driving the linear body in a longitudinal direction; 2. The magnetic tape device according to claim 1, further comprising:

3. the linear body is a wire, The guide member is a pulley.

3. The magnetic tape device according to claim 2.

4. the linear body is a chain, the guide member includes at least one sprocket; 3. The magnetic tape device according to claim 2.

5. a second frame provided on the opposite side of the tape transport means to the frame; the frame having a first groove; the second frame includes a second groove; The leader pin transport means is transporting the leader block along the first groove and the second groove; 5. The magnetic tape device according to claim 2, wherein the magnetic tape device is a magnetic recording medium.

6. a magnetic head moving means for bringing the magnetic head into contact with the magnetic tape; 5. The magnetic tape device according to claim 1, wherein the magnetic tape device is a magnetic recording medium.

7. a tape guide member provided on a side of the magnetic head for guiding the magnetic tape in a traveling direction; 5. The magnetic tape device according to claim 1, wherein the magnetic tape device is a magnetic recording medium.

8. The tape guide member is a roller.

8. The magnetic tape device according to claim 7.

9. A method for controlling a magnetic tape device, comprising the steps of: The magnetic tape device includes: A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed, The leader pin transport means is Transporting the leader pin to the tape transport means; The tape transport means is locking the leader pin; 23. A method for controlling a magnetic tape device comprising:

10. A control program for a magnetic tape device, comprising: The magnetic tape device includes: A magnetic head; a tape transport means for transporting the magnetic tape so that the magnetic tape moves in the vicinity of the magnetic head; a leader pin transport means for transporting a leader pin provided at one end of the magnetic tape; Equipped with the tape transport means and the leader pin transport means are disposed on one surface and the other surface of a plate-like frame, the frame is provided with a through hole in which the magnetic head can be disposed, The leader pin transport means includes: A process of transporting the leader pin to the tape transport means; The tape transport means includes: a process of locking the leader pin; A control program for a magnetic tape device, comprising:

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