North Atlantic 8810A Operation Manual

North Atlantic 8810A Operation Manual

Angle position indicator two synchro/resolver measurement channels and one (optional) reference supply
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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2: Features

    This self-calibrating unit is furnished with factory installed rubber feet and foldaway tilt stand and can also be installed in a 3.5” half rack slot. Using optional rack mounting brackets, the 8810A may be installed as a single unit in a full rack slot or as a tandem mount of two units in a full rack slot.
  • Page 3: Specifications

    13.0” L (33.02 cm) x 9.5” W (24.13 cm) x 3.5” H (8.89 cm) North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 2 of 34...
  • Page 4: Reference Generator Specifications (Optional See Part Number )

    6 VA @ 115 Vrms (Power derates linearly to 1.4 VA @ 28.0 Vrms) Above figure: Reference output drive detailed characterization North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 3 of 34...
  • Page 5: Detailed Accuracy Specifications

    Synchro mode: 28 to 90 V ±0.0025° from 47 Hz to 1 KHz North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 4 of 34...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Rear Panel Cooling Fan Filter: ............................23 CALIBRATION ..............................23 Calibration Verification ..............................23 North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 5 of 34...
  • Page 7 IGURES Figure 1 – Front Panel Controls & Connections ........................... 9 Figure 2 – Indicators on the front panel main display of the 8810A .................... 10 Figure 3 – Channel Selection ..............................10 Figure 4 – Internal Reference Setup ............................11 Figure 5 –...
  • Page 8: Safety Summary

    INPUT POWER ALWAYS ON The design of the model 8810A is such that AC input power is continuously supplied to the power supply independent of the front panel ON/OFF Switch. The primary means of disconnect is pulling the line cord from the instrument North Atlantic Industries, Inc.
  • Page 9: Interfaces

    NTERFACES The 8810A is available with several different interfaces for ATE applications. Interfaces include Ethernet, USB, IEEE- 488, and a legacy 50 pin connector for API parallel BCD outputs. Below is information, for each interface. Detail programming commands / information are included in “8810A Programmer’s Reference Guide”.
  • Page 10: Controls & Indicators General Description

    & I ONTROLS NDICATORS ENERAL ESCRIPTION Below is a general description of the Controls and Connections on the front panel main display of the 8810A. Internal Increment Channel Select Track & Hold Reference Select Knob Angle Tabs Help Menu Display...
  • Page 11: Channel Selection

    Below shows each channel select button along with the corresponding channel display. Figure 3 – Channel Selection North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 10 of 34...
  • Page 12: Internal Reference Setup

    Internal Reference Setup If internal reference option is installed in the 8810A; on the main screen, select the Int Ref button and the setup screen for the internal reference will be displayed as shown below: Figure 4 – Internal Reference Setup Set the internal reference generator voltage and frequency parameters, using the setup screens shown above.
  • Page 13: Ratio Select

    Channel 1 to Course and Channel 2 to Combined. Angle Difference The Channel 2 input signal is shown on the 8810A when the angle difference mode is disabled. The angle data value is displayed in yellow.
  • Page 14: Programming

    General Programming / Options selecting The 8810A may be remote programmed through a USB port, an Ethernet port, an IEEE-488 port or the J1 connector. The main setup screen for remote programming is shown above. The sections below show the setup for each mode.
  • Page 15: Ethernet Port Selection

    Ethernet configuration for your network. Once entered, hit set and unit returns to main display. Modification of the Ethernet port is accomplished by selecting the Ethernet address button and entering a valid IP address, the Submask and Gateway address for your Ethernet network. The Ethernet Port used by the 8810A is always Port 23. Note:...
  • Page 16: Setup Menus

    Setup Menus The 8810A setup menu accesses many of the features of the API and allows the user to easily configure it through the front panel. The setup menu is accessed by pressing the Setup button at the top of the main display screen.
  • Page 17: Figure 14 - Factory Setting

    Figure 14 – Factory Setting A sample of the Custom Settings Screen is shown below. The 8810A also contains the ability for the user to assign up to 10 custom configurations. These parameters include the settings for reference source, reference voltage, reference frequency and Synchro / Resolver configuration.
  • Page 18: Figure 17 - Calibration Menu

    Shown above are examples of the Help Menu screens. The help menu gives things such as specification summaries, descriptions of available buttons and descriptions of available functions included with the 8810A. The Help Menu screen shows the unit’s serial number, date code, MAC address, model information and firmware revision.
  • Page 19: Figure 19 - Default Values

    Bandwidth” or user preferred BW selection is possible as follows: Auto-Bandwidth – The 8810A measures the reference frequency and then sets the BW to 12.5% of the ref. frequency. The calculated BW will not exceed 100 Hz or be set below 6 Hz. This setting is the optimum for best compromise between response / settling time and stability (Jitter of the lower LSB’s.) When this mode is selected the display...
  • Page 20: Figure 22 - Strip Chart Feature

    The 8810A includes a built-in strip chart feature which displays the angle readings in the form of a strip chart. Below is a sample of the screen displayed Figure 22 – Strip Chart Feature The configure menu is shown in Figure 23. This menu allows the strip chart to be configured for the following parameters: •...
  • Page 21: Figure 24 - Angle Averaging

    Figure 24 – Angle Averaging The 8810A has a feature which configures the API to test for angles that exceed a set Limit or Error Threshold. To access this feature select the limit/threshold button (shown below left). The alarm image is displayed if the angle exceeds the preset limit or threshold.
  • Page 22: Ordering Information

    Optional “High Accuracy” unit ±0.0015° (See Detail Accuracy Specifications) Add “R” for an internal programmable 6 VA Reference Generator NOTE: The Model 8810A is CE Compliant CCESSORIES Included with the 8810A is an accessory kit NAI part number 8810A-ACCESSORY-KIT. Kit includes the following items: Description NAI P/N...
  • Page 23: Installation And Maintenance

    Bench Installation: For bench top use, the 8810A has Tilt stand and (4) rubber feet. Select an appropriate area that permits access to front and rear panels of API. Place API on bench, connect cables, turn on power switch and wait for unit to initialize...
  • Page 24: Rear Panel Cooling Fan Filter

    Calibration Verification The model 8810A should have its calibration verified on an annual basis. Factory Calibration service is available on request. If the instrument fails to meet its accuracy, it must be repaired. All repair actions can only be performed by the Factory.
  • Page 25: Appendix A - Mechanical Outline, Model 8810A

    Note: J3 USB-B Rear Connector for communications only. J4 USB-A Front Panel Connector for optical mouse only. North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 24 of 34...
  • Page 26: Appendix B - Supplemental Information For Units Sold Within The European Union

    The design of the model 8810A is such that AC power is continuously supplied to the power supply independent of the front panel ON/OFF Switch. The primary means of disconnect is pulling the line cord from the instrument. This requires that the line cord must be kept accessible for disconnect.
  • Page 27: Safety Grounding

    For safety from electrical shock and fire the unit must be connected to Safety (Earth) ground through the power line cord. IMPROPER USAGE If the model 8810A is installed or used in a manner not specified, safety may be impaired. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Contact your local Sales Representative for any technical assistance. Alternatively, contact the Factory at:...
  • Page 28: Appendix C - 8810A Series Declaration Of Conformity

    APPENDIX C – 8810A S CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMANCE ERIES North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 27 of 34...
  • Page 29: Appendix D - Internal Calibration Operation Addendum

    Also, the particular channel displays will be “grayed” indicating the channel is currently “IN CALIBRATION”. North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 28 of 34...
  • Page 30 During this range change calibration, the unit will display the “calibrating channel” process and deliver an “invalid” output angle measurement. When the API is programmed for 8810A native language, the unit will respond to remote commands with “999.9999”, indicating the unit is calibrating. When the API is programmed for 8810 Legacy languages, the unit will respond to remote commands with “ERROR”, indicating the unit is calibrating.
  • Page 31: Appendix E - 8810A New Features Operation Addendum

    Purpose: This addendum documents a product improvement. Several additions to the operational control of the 8810A have been added to incorporate customer suggestions. The product improvements/additions to the operational control panels are as follows: 1. Addition of analog display mode.
  • Page 32 The digital angle output resolution is now displayed at the resolution chosen x.xxxx to x.xxx, x.xx, x.x or x (front panel command only). North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 31 of 34...
  • Page 33 The digital display will output the angle measurement by the chosen radian method. The display will also indicate Radian. North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 32 of 34...
  • Page 34 CH1, CH2 or Dual Channel and display this window panel on power up. North Atlantic Industries, Inc. 631.567.1100 / 631.567.1823 (fax) 2/22/2019 8810A Operations Manual Rev P 110 Wilbur Place, Bohemia, NY 11716 www.naii.com Cage Code: 0VGU1 Page 33 of 34...
  • Page 35: Revision History

    © 2019 North Atlantic Industries. All rights reserved. This document is furnished for the customers of North Atlantic Industries. Other uses are unauthorized without written permission of North Atlantic industries. Information contained in this manual may be updated from time-to-time due to product improvements, etc., and may not conform in every respect to former issues.
  • Page 36 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...

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