Abstract: In a data processing and distribution system, a data sorter is disclosed for receiving formatted blocks of digital data, acting on those blocks according to the informational content stored therein and responsive to control data stored within the data sorter, and generating sorting tags to be added to the data blocks for proper identification by one or more data processors. Selected portions of each data block provide addressing signals to a memory which output data is compared to specified values. For one value of memory output data, the entire data block is dumped; for a second value, the contents of the addressed memory location are changed to a selected value; for a small range of values of memory output data, a new memory location is accessed; and for the balance of the values, the memory output data is the sorting tag to be combined with the data block.

Abstract: Apparatus for securely supporting an exercise bar that includes a pair of opposed locking units having a base section and a vertical post in which the bar is adjustably suspended above the floor. Compression rods are connected between the top of the post and the outer extremities of the base. Each post is carried in the base by a slide mechanism that can be locked in a desired position to prestress the entire system so that the base of each locking unit is forced downwardly against the floor. Added forces that are exerted upon the system by a performer mounted upon the bar are translated by the rods into the base sections to further enhance the holding power of the system against the floor.