The 3M/BetaCom, Model 715
3M Betacom, its virtues in the COM world of 1975
Created: September 27, 2020
Last Revised: October 21, 2023
A bit of history of the "Gould Betacom":
1973 Introduces the Gould 700 line of computer-output microfilm (COM) recorders.
In 1975 compatible Gould Beta COM systems include a disk file, a stroke character generator, modular software, and an operator console.
1974 The Gould Plotmaster System, an off- and online electrostatic printer/plotter system, is introduced.
1975 3M Company acquires Gould's Graphic Systems Division which produced the computer-output microfilm (COM) recorders.
Here is some early advertising info about the Now-3M Betacom System.
Note: click on any picture to see a larger image.
I put the "Specs" first simply because I like the technical stuff.
Here, of course, is the "splash screen" of the system
This picture is supposed t show the evolution of "COM" within the 3M Microfilm Products product line.
Some info about how it works.
Testimonial from a satified customer and how he/they utilize the system.
Satisfied Customer, continued.
Covers for a couple of service manuals