IEC TR 60094-11-1988 PDF

Full title and description

IEC 60094-11:1988 — Magnetic tape sound recording and reproducing systems. Part 11: Address code for compact cassettes. Defines an address code to be recorded on commercial cassette tape records and compact cassettes so that, when used with suitable reproducing equipment, automatic selection of recorded items and subsequent reproduction are made possible.

Abstract

This document specifies the addressing code intended for recording on compact cassette media to permit automated access (indexing, selection and playback) of recorded items. It describes the coding concept and the intended interface between recorded media and reproducing equipment to enable automatic selection functions.

General information

• Status: Published / International Standard (listed as current with stability date to 2038).
• Publication date: 15 March 1988.
• Publisher: International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
• ICS / categories: 33.160.30 (Audio systems).
• Edition / version: Edition 1.0 (1988).
• Number of pages: 16.

Key bibliographic and product details as published by IEC (publication record: IEC 60094-11:1988, edition 1.0, 15 Mar 1988; pages 16).

Scope

The standard defines an address code to be recorded on commercial cassette tape records and compact cassettes to permit automatic selection and reproduction of recorded items by compatible equipment. The scope covers the purpose and use of the code, its application to commercial cassettes and the intended interoperability with reproducing devices.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of the address code format and coding conventions for compact cassettes.
• Requirements for recording the address code on commercial cassette media to enable automatic selection.
• Interoperability considerations between recorded media and reproducing equipment.
• Indexing and item-selection functionality enabled by the code (automatic search/reproduction).
• Compatibility guidance so commercial cassettes can be used with suitable reproducing equipment.

These topics summarize the practical requirements for implementing indexing/addressing on cassette media as intended by the IEC publication.

Typical use and users

Primary users include audio equipment manufacturers (cassette players/recorders), tape duplication and production companies, broadcasters, audio archivists and system integrators implementing automatic selection/indexing functions. Technical committees or product designers working on legacy magnetic tape systems may also consult this document when ensuring compatibility or when maintaining archived cassette media.

Related standards

This part is one element of the IEC 60094 series (magnetic tape sound recording and reproducing systems). Related parts cover other aspects of tape systems (see other numbered parts in the IEC 60094 series such as part 1 and other numbered parts published in the 1980s–1990s). Implementers often consult neighbouring parts in the series and related TC 100 publications for broader audio-system requirements.

Keywords

address code, compact cassette, magnetic tape, indexing, automatic selection, audio systems, IEC 60094, TC 100.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: IEC 60094-11:1988 is an IEC publication (Part 11 of the IEC 60094 series) that defines an address code for compact cassettes to enable automated selection and playback of recorded items.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the definition and intended use of an address code recorded on commercial cassette tape records and compact cassettes, and the interoperability expectations with reproducing equipment to permit automatic selection and reproduction.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Equipment manufacturers, tape duplicators and producers, broadcasters, archivists and system integrators dealing with cassette-based audio systems or legacy media access functions. Technical committees and standards librarians may also reference it for historical or compatibility reasons.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: Published 15 March 1988 (Edition 1.0) and listed by IEC with a stability indication extending to 2038; as of 26 February 2026 it is recorded in IEC product lists as a published International Standard (not shown as superseded on the IEC product page). If you need absolute confirmation for compliance or procurement, consult the IEC Webstore entry or your national standards body for the latest status.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is Part 11 of the IEC 60094 series (Magnetic tape sound recording and reproducing systems); other parts in the 60094 series address different aspects of tape sound recording and reproduction.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Address code; compact cassette; magnetic tape; indexing; automatic selection; audio systems; IEC 60094.