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Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price.
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WCaution This is an IEC safety Class 1 product. Before using, the ground wire in the line cord or rear panel binding post must be connect to an earth ground for safety. Interference Information This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
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The input is protected by a 4 ampere fuse internal to the device. This fuse should only be replaced by a qualified Fluke technician. GROUNDING THE DEVICE...
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Refer all question of proper device operation to qualified service personnel. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE UNLESS YOU ARE A FLUKE QUALIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN To avoid personal injury or death, remove the AC power cord and all analog and digital connector modules before servicing the device.
Introduction ....................... 1-3 Block Diagrams ....................1-5 Specifications ....................1-7 2680A/2686A Combined Specifications............1-7 2680A/2686A General Specifications ............... 1-8 Real-Time Clock and Calendar ................. 1-9 Trigger In Specifications ................... 1-9 Trigger Out Specifications ................1-9 Master Alarm Output Specification..............1-10 Communication I/O ...................
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268XA Service Manual Theory of Operation................2-1 Introduction ....................... 2-3 Main Power Supply..................2-5 Secondary Supplies ..................2-5 Out-Guard Overview..................2-5 Microprocessor ..................2-6 FPGA ......................2-7 Other Bus Devices ..................2-8 Serial Devices ................... 2-9 Trigger In/Out, Master Alarm..............2-9 PCMCIA Interface PCA (2686A-4041) ............
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Introduction ....................... 4-3 Configuring the Performance Test Setup ............4-3 Initializing the Performance Test Setup ............4-5 Accuracy Performance Tests ................4-6 Master Alarm Output Tests................4-7 RS-232 Master Alarm Output Test ............4-7 Fluke DAQ Master Alarm Output Test ............ 4-7...
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RS-232 Totalizer Count and Direction Test ..........4-22 RS-232 Totalizer Count and Debounce Test ..........4-23 Fluke DAQ Totalizer Count Test.............. 4-23 Fluke DAQ Totalizer Count and Enable Test........... 4-23 Fluke DAQ Totalizer Count and Direction Test........4-24 Fluke DAQ Totalizer Count and Debounce Test........4-24 Calibration ..................
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Contents (continued) Diagnostic Tool dio..................6-8 Diagnostic Tool rELAy................. 6-9 Diagnostic Tool idS..................6-9 Diagnostic Tool conF..................6-10 Diagnostic Display Test ................6-11 COMM Parameter Reset ................6-11 Using the RS-232 Interface ................6-11 Command Processing..................6-11 Device Configuration ..................6-12 Command Set ....................
List of Tables Table Title Page 1-1. 268XA General Specifications ................1-8 1-2. 268X Real-Time Clock and Calendar..............1-9 1-3. Trigger In Specification ..................1-9 1-4. Trigger Out Specification ..................1-9 1-5. Master Alarm Output Specification ............... 1-10 1-6. 2686A - Active Channels and Number of Scans to Card Capacity ....... 1-10 1-7.
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268XA Service Manual 1-37. DIGITAL I/O Specification................... 1-29 1-38. Totalizer Specification ................... 1-30 1-39. DIGITAL I/O Relay Specification................. 1-30 1-40. Models, Options and Accessories ................1-31 2-1. Contoller Connector Description ................2-4 2-2. Backplane Connector Description ................. 2-10 2-3. Range of Buffer Amplifier..................2-19 2-4.
Interval timers, alarm conditions, and/or an external signal input can trigger scans. The Fluke DAQ software configures and controls up to 99 268XA devices via an Ethernet connection. The software provides the means to view scan data and log it into files.
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268XA Service Manual alg46f.eps Figure 1-1. 2680A/2686A Device...
Introduction and Specifications Block Diagrams Block Diagrams A/D Input Card (one of six) Power Isolated Filter Removable 20 Power channel input port with built in Power circuits Switch Matrices temp sensor Daughter (FET or Relay) Card Ctrl Data Data Opto- Microprocessor isolators Ctrl...
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268XA Service Manual Digital I/O Output Card Isolated Digital I/O Removable Power (20) and Connector Totalizer (1) Card Power Daughter Card Ctrl Data Relay Contact Data Microprocessor Opto- (8 pr) and drivers Ctrl isolators Ctrl A/D #1 A/D #2 A/D #3 A/D #4 A/D #5 External Trig in...
Specifications Specifications are divided into four sections. The first section contains the specifications that apply to both the 2680A and 2686A devices. The second section contains specifications that apply only to the Precision A/D Input (PAI) module. The third section contains specifications that apply only to the Fast A/D Input (FAI) module.
268XA Service Manual 2680A/2686A General Specifications Table 1-1 provides the general specifications for the 2680A and 2686A devices. Table 1-1. 268XA General Specifications Specification Characteristic Input Channel Capacity Maximum of 120 channels (Precision or Fast Analog Input) per chassis Optional DIO 20 digital input and outputs channels, 8 double pole-single throw relay channels, a totalizer input, and a totalizer enable input.
Introduction and Specifications Real-Time Clock and Calendar Real-Time Clock and Calendar The next table provides a summary of the battery powered real-time clock and calendar. Table 1-2. 268X Real-Time Clock and Calendar Specification Characteristic Accuracy 1 minute per month for 0 C to 50 C range Battery Life >5 unpowered device years for 20 C to 28 C (68 F to 82.4 F).
268XA Service Manual Master Alarm Output Specification The following specifications cover the Master Alarm output. The Master Alarm output is located on the rear panel connector, terminals Master Alarm, and Signal GND. Table 1-5. Master Alarm Output Specification Specification Characteristic Output Voltage - TTL Logical Zero 0.8 V maximum for an Iout of -1.0 mA (1 LSTTL load)
Introduction and Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications This section includes specifications specific to the PAI A/D instrument by measurement function. Specifications PAI A/D DC Voltage Measurement The following tables provide PAI A/D specifications for the dc voltage measurement function.
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268XA Service Manual Table 1-8. PAI A/D DC Voltage Range and Resolution Specifications Resolution Range Slow Fast 90 mV 0.3 V 300 mV 10 V 30 V 30 V 100 V 300 V 150/300 V 1 mV 3 mV Note 300 V range applies to channels 1 and 11 only. Table 1-9.
Introduction and Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications PAI A/D AC Voltage Measurement Specifications The following tables provide PAI A/D specifications for the ac voltage measurement function. Table 1-10. PAI A/D AC Voltage General Specifications Specification Characteristic Input Impedance in parallel with 100 pF Maximum Crest Factor 3.0 Maximum...
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268XA Service Manual Table 1-12. PAI A/D AC Voltage Accuracy Specifications 1 Year Accuracy + (%input + V) [1] Range Frequency 18 C to 28 C -10 C to 60 C Slow Fast Slow Fast 300 mV 20 to 50 Hz 3%+.25 mV 6%+.5 mV 3.5%+.25 mV...
Introduction and Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications PAI A/D 4-Wire Resistance Measurement Specifications The following tables provide PAI A/D specifications for the 4-wire resistance measurement function. The 4-wire measurements use 2 input channels a decade apart, e.g., channels 4 and 14. Table 1-13.
268XA Service Manual PAI A/D 2-Wire Resistance Measurement Specifications The PAI A/D specifications for the two-wire resistance measurement function is based on the four-wire resistance measurement specification (above) except you add a nominal 5 maximum) positive offset. This value varies for each channel and with temperature (nominal +1%/ºC).
Introduction and Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications PAI A/D Thermocouple per ITS-1990 Measurement Specifications The following tables provide PAI A/D specifications for the thermocouple measurement function per ITS-1990. Table 1-18. PAI A/D Thermocouple General Specifications Specification Characteristic Input Impedance 100 M minimum in parallel with 300 pF Open Thermocouple Detect...
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268XA Service Manual Table 1-19. PAI A/D Thermocouple Specifications Accuracy + C Thermocouple Resolution 18 C to 28 C -10 C to 60 C ITS90 90 Day 1 Year 1 Year Type Temperature C Slow Slow Fast Slow Fast 600 to 900 1.20 1.40 3.10...
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Introduction and Specifications Precision Analog Input (PAI) A/D Specifications Table 1-19. PAI A/D Thermocouple Specifications (cont.) Accuracy + C Thermocouple Resolution 18 C to 28 C -10 C to 60 C ITS90 90 Day 1 Year 1 Year Type Temperature C Slow Slow Fast...
268XA Service Manual PAI A/D Frequency Measurement Specifications The following tables provide PAI A/D specifications for the frequency measurement function. Table 1-20. PAI A/D Frequency Accuracy Specifications Frequency Measurement Accuracy, 1 Year, -10 C to 60 C Range Resolution Accuracy + (% input + Hz) Slow Fast Slow...
Introduction and Specifications Fast Analog Input (FAI) A/D Specifications Fast Analog Input (FAI) A/D Specifications This section includes specifications specific to the FAI A/D instrument by measurement function. FAI A/D DC Voltage Measurement Specifications The following tables provide FAI A/D specifications for the dc voltage measurement function.
268XA Service Manual Table 1-24. FAI A/D DC Voltage Accuracy Specifications Accuracy, 3 + (% input + V) 18 C to 28 C -10 C to 60 C Range 90 Day 1 Year 1 Year Slow Fast Slow Fast Slow Fast 90 mV .01%+20 V...
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Introduction and Specifications Fast Analog Input (FAI) A/D Specifications Table 1-26. FAI A/D AC Voltage Range and Resolution Specifications Resolution Range Minimum Input for Rate Accuracy Slow Fast Full Scale +30,000 +3,000 300 mV 10 V 100 V 20 mV 100 V 1 mV 200 mV...
268XA Service Manual FAI A/D 4-Wire Resistance Measurement Specifications The following tables provide FAI A/D specifications for the 4-wire resistance measurement function. The 4-wire measurements use 2 input channels a decade apart, e.g., channels 4 and 14. Table 1-28. FAI A/D 4-Wire Resistance Temperature Coefficient Specification Characteristic Temperature...
Introduction and Specifications Fast Analog Input (FAI) A/D Specifications FAI A/D 2-Wire Resistance Measurement Specifications The FAI A/D specifications for the two-wire resistance measurement function is based on the four-wire resistance measurement specification (above) except you add a 700 to 1000 positive offset.
268XA Service Manual FAI A/D Thermocouple per ITS-1990 Measurement Specifications The following tables provide FAI A/D specifications for the thermocouple measurement function per ITS-1990. Table 1-33. FAI A/D Thermocouple General Specifications Specification Characteristic Input Impedance 100 M minimum in parallel with 300 pF Open Thermocouple Detect Operates by injecting a small ac signal into the input after each measurement.
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Introduction and Specifications Fast Analog Input (FAI) A/D Specifications Table 1-34. FAI A/D Thermocouple Specifications (cont.) Accuracy + C Thermocouple Resolution 18 C to 28 C -10 C to 60 C ITS90 90 Day 1 Year 1 Year Type Temperature C Slow Slow Fast...
268XA Service Manual Table 1-34. FAI A/D Thermocouple Specifications (cont.) Thermistor Accuracy + C 90 Day 1 Year Temp C Range* Slow Slow -40 to 150 100 to 100 m 0.51 18 to 23 C Steinhart – Hart Equation: 1/(T Kelvin) = A + B*(ln ) + C*(ln Default constants are supplied only for a YSI (type 004) 2,252...
Introduction and Specifications Digital Input/Output Module Digital Input/Output Module The following specifications apply to the DIO Module. The module contains digital open collector outputs, relay contacts, digital inputs, and totalizer. XWWarning The DIO module is rated as a CAT I device. Digital Input/Output Specifications Table specifications provides a summary of the Digital I/O specifications for the 10 Digital I/O lines (0 to 19).
268XA Service Manual Totalizer Input Specifications The following table provides a summary of the Totalizer Input specifications. The Totalizer Input is located on the Output Module connector, terminals TOI and GND. The totalizer will be able to increment or decrement depending on the input on a separate digital input channel.
Fluke Development Software from InduSoft 2680A-DLL Fluke DLL Library routines for the development of device drivers 2680A-OPC Fluke OPC Software. Used to configure a PC to act as an OPC server and provide virtual contact with a 268XA device. 1-31...
Chapter 2 Theory of Operation Title Page Introduction ....................... 2-3 Main Power Supply..................2-5 Secondary Supplies ..................2-5 Out-Guard Overview..................2-5 Microprocessor ..................2-6 FPGA ......................2-7 Other Bus Devices ..................2-8 Serial Devices ................... 2-9 Trigger In/Out, Master Alarm..............2-9 PCMCIA Interface PCA (2686A-4041) ............
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268XA Service Manual Input Protection..................2-18 Input Signal Conditioning................. 2-18 Function Relays ..................2-18 Channel Selection Circuitry..............2-19 DC Volts and Thermocouples Measurement Circuitry......2-19 Ohms and RTD Measurement Circuitry ........... 2-20 AC Volts Measurement Circuitry............. 2-22 Frequency Measurements ................. 2-23 Active Filter (ACV Filter) ................
Theory of Operation Introduction Introduction This chapter is intended to provide a detailed description and analysis, where appropriate, of the printed circuit board assemblies (PCAs) used in the 268XA. Figure 2-1 below is an overall block diagram of the communication control system. Note that the blocks labeled "Module #n"...
10/100 Base T Ethernet and RS-232. Refer to Chapter 8 for a schematic of the 2680A-4004 board. Table 2-1 provides a summary of all the connectors on the 4004 PCA.
Theory of Operation Introduction Main Power Supply The power supply circuitry is contained on page 6 of the 2680-1004 schematic. The main supply consists of 2 switching regulators, U301 and U303. U301 takes either a 9 V to 42 V dc source from P6 pins 1 and 2 or a 10:1 stepped down 50/60 Hz 95 V to 265 V ac line voltage from P9 pins 3 and 4 as an input.
268XA Service Manual Microprocessor The processor used in the 268XA (U6) is a Motorola MPC855T, see page 2 of the 1004 schematic. Its architecture is very similar to the 683xx series of embedded communications controllers that have been used on many product lines, including NetDAQ and 55xx series calibrators, except that instead of a 16 bit 68000 processor core with no instruction or data cache, the MPC855T has a 32 bit power PC core with 4 Kbytes of both L1 instruction and data cache.
Theory of Operation Introduction FPGA The gate array (U25) in the 268XA is an Altera ACEX series EP1K100QC208-1. It is on page 5 of the 1004 schematic. It has 48Kbits of embedded dual port RAM configurable in 12 blocks of various width/depth combinations, as well as approximately 100K gates. This design uses about 55 % of the logic cells, and about 25 % of the memory bits, spread out over all 12 blocks, and has a maximum clock frequency of 57.4 MHz.
268XA Service Manual URT URT URT URT URT URT Clock Keypad Generator key_ck Guard xing Address Decode Trigger In/Out Data Mux Entity alg109f.eps Figure 2-4. FPGA Block Diagram Other Bus Devices The microprocessor’s external bus controller, in addition to the fpga, communicates with onboard SDRAM, onboard flash ROM and PCMCIA flash memory cards.
Theory of Operation Introduction This particular series of devices is presently available in 2 other sizes, 8 MB and 16 MB, provisions have been made in this design for using those devices if necessary, with minimal required rework. U20 is programmed and powered from Vcc, there is no additional 12 V programming voltage required for Strataflash devices.
PCMCIA card, no other devices should be powered from this supply. This board plugs into P4 on the 2680A-4004 PCA. It is a daughter card that is only installed if the instrument is a 2686 chassis, as opposed to a 2680 chassis which has no PCMCIA option.
Theory of Operation Module Power Supply PCA (268XA-4031) Display Interface The display controller interface on the backplane consists of a tri-stateable levelshifter/buffer, some decoupling capacitors, and the display ribbon cable connector (P8). The levelshifters (U1, 2, 3) need to be tri-stateable because, when the microprocessor is talking to the calibration EEPROMs, the display should not receive those transmissions.
268XA Service Manual Microcontroller A Texas Instrument MSP430P337A mixed signal microcontroller is the heart of the DIO PCA. The microcontroller, U4, features bi-directional digital ports, a built in UART and internal timers for controlling operation. A quartz crystal operating at 32.8 kHz provides the main clock signal for the microcontroller.
Theory of Operation Digital Input/Output PCA Digital Input Buffers Since the 20 Digital Input Buffers are identical in design, only components used for Digital Input 0 are referenced in this description. If the Digital Output Driver (U13 Pin 13) is “off”, the input to the Digital Input Buffer is determined by the voltage level at P6 Pin A1.
268XA Service Manual Totalizer Input The Totalizer Input circuit consists of Input Protection, a Digital Input Buffer circuit, and a Totalizer Debouncing circuit. The Digital Input Buffer for the Totalizer is protected from electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage by R31 and C48. Refer to the detailed description of the Digital Input Buffer circuit for more information.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Analog Measurement Processor The Analog Measurement Processor (A3U30) provides input signal conditioning, ranging, and frequency measurement. This custom integrated circuit is controlled by the inguard A/D Microprocessor (A3U5). The A/D Microprocessor communicates with the main Controller/System Power PCA over a serial interface.
Motorola 68302 microprocessor. Flash ROM Serial Interface to the Main Board. A Fluke manufactured Stallion IC (U30) for range selection and frequency measurements. Multi-Slope A/D converter comprised of discrete components and an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) (U18).
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations A4 Analog Input EMI Filters Ch11 to 20 Ch1 to 10 Scanner Relays Scanner Relays Relay Drivers Treeing Relays Ohms Current Source Voltage Input Input Protection Signal Conditioning Selectable Gains DC Buffer Amplifier x4.021 x32.168 +3.45V dc...
268XA Service Manual Stallion Chip The Stallion IC (A3U30) is a Fluke-designed 100-pin CMOS device that performs the following functions under control of the A/D microprocessor (A3U5): Input signal routing Input signal conditioning A/D buffer amplifier range switching Frequency measurements...
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Channel Selection Circuitry Channel selection is done using reed relays on the PAI and by optically coupled solid-state relay on the FAI. Channel selection is done by a set of 24 relays organized in a tree structure.
268XA Service Manual Table 2-4. Measurement Matrix for DC Volts Full-Scale DC Full-Scale Gain of DC Volts Input to Buffer Range DC Volt Output of Buffer Multislope Control Range Input to Stallion Stallion Amplifier Signal 90 mV Direct 90 mV 32.168 300 mV Direct...
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Table 2-5. Measurement Matrix for Ohms Full-Scale Full-Scale Full-Scale DC Volts Buffer Input to Output of Gain of DC input to Range Ohms Current Stallion Stallion Buffer Multislope Control Range Used (dc volts) (dc volts) Amplifier Signal...
268XA Service Manual AC Volts Measurement Circuitry. AC-coupled voltage inputs are scaled by an ac buffer (A3U29), converted to dc by a true RMS ac-to-dc converter (A3U26), filtered by an active ac volt filter, then sent to the Stallion IC, the Buffer Amplifier, and the A/D Conversion Circuitry (see Table 2-6). The HI input is switched to the ac buffer through dc blocking capacitor A3C80.
268XA Service Manual Active Filter (ACV Filter) The active filter is used only for V ac measurements to filter out the ac ripple and noise present on the output of the RMS converter. The filter uses an op-amp internal to the Stallion Chip, resistors A3R102, A3R103, and A3R104, capacitors A3C57, A3C58, and A3C59.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Table 2-7. Analog/Digital Converter Measurement Cycle State Counts Time Autozero 200.0 s Integrate 491.4 s Deintegrate1 102.4 s Deintegrate2 38.4 s Overhead 1.333 s Total 833.533 s Integrate The integrate state is when the input voltage is actually connected to the integrator. PREF and NREF are each switched off and on 10 to 20 times during this state and DREF is still off, INT is on, AZ is off, and the CMP signal is switching off and on.
268XA Service Manual This can also be anywhere from 1 to 60 counts, but at this point, the output should be within 1 count of reaching zero volts. Next, another hold state is entered into for 1 count, followed by PREF until CMP goes high. This sets up the final DREF to always approach zero from the same direction.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations 0v dc f2-13.eps Figure 2-11. Integrator Output Waveform for Input Near - Full Scale Deintegrate2 Deintegrate begins with the turning on of DREF. This reference applies 1/16th of the current of NREF so the approach to zero is slower and more accurate. Correspondingly, the internal FPGA counter counts this time at 1/16th the value of NREF time.
268XA Service Manual Communication with the Controller/System Power PCA is done using the CordxRx line to receive and the CordxTx line to send serial data. On the A/D side, these signals are called RECV DATA and XMIT DATA (pins A3U5-53 and A3U5-54 respectively). The RESET* signal is asserted on power-up for reset and during operation when a break signal is received from A1U4.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Temperature sensor transistor A4Q1 outputs a voltage inversely proportional to the temperature of the input channel terminals. This voltage is 0.6 V dc at 25 C, increasing 2 mV with each degree decrease in temperature, or decreasing 2 mV with each degree increase in temperature.
268XA Service Manual Commands A command consists of a six-byte packet sent from the outguard to the inguard. The most-significant four bits of the first bytes define the following command types: Perform Scan. Perform a Self-Test. Return A/D Main Firmware Version. Return A/D Boot Firmware Version.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Response Packets Returned The inguard returns one response packet for the reference junction reading if any of the measured channels is a thermocouple channel, followed by a response packet for each channel measured, returned in ascending channel order, followed by a response packet for each housekeeping reading specified by the scan command.
268XA Service Manual Response Packet Format The response consists of five ASCII characters (plus the checksum byte), in the form Bxxyy, where B indicates boot software, xx are the two digits of the major version number, and yy are the two digits of the minor version number (there is an implicit decimal point between the two).
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations If the Next bit is 1, the inguard does the next housekeeping reading indicated by its internal schedule. This is the same schedule used for a housekeeping timeout. If the Do2 bit is 1, the inguard does the two reference balance readings. If the PS bit is 1, the inguard presets the function relays for the first defined channel.
268XA Service Manual The channel scanner relays select the desired channel to be measured and route it to the function relays. The function relays route the signal to the appropriate portion of the Signal Conditioning circuitry, depending on the function being measured (V ac, V dc, ohms, etc.).
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Table 2-9. Channel Bits Channels Enabled 1, 11 2, 12 3, 13 4, 14 5, 15 6, 16 7, 17 8, 18 9, 19 10, 20 The time required for the channel switches to settle is given in Table 2-10. Note that for both the FAI and the PAI, the switches are guaranteed to have a select time that is longer than their deselect time.
6 ms Stallion Chip and Signal Conditioning The Stallion Chip (A3U30) is a Fluke-custom IC that contains assorted switches, amplifiers, and the frequency counter. The chip contains registers that the A3U5 A/D microprocessor may read and write to configure the chip and obtain frequency readings.
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Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations The Stallion switch settings for the various function/range combinations are given in Table 2-13. Table 2-13. Stallion Switch Settings Stallion Settings Function S Switches Other Switches V dc 90 mV 17 23 35 37 39 44 50 64 ACR4 FPWR RPCTL...
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268XA Service Manual Table 2-13. Stallion Switch Settings (cont) Stallion Settings Function S Switches Other Switches Zero BR1 23 35 37 39 44 64 ACR4 ACR5 FPWR RPCTL Zero BR2 23 35 37 39 44 64 ACR4 ACR5 FPWR RPCTL Zero BR3 23 35 37 39 44 64 ACR4...
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations The multi-slope A/D converter in the instrument uses a hardware state machine (A3U18) to control the switching of the voltage references during the A/D conversion. This state machine also contains the counters that measure how long each reference is switched in, and provides the A3U5 A/D microprocessor with its interface to the A/D.
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268XA Service Manual Control Signals Several signals are used by the A3U5 A/D microprocessor to control and receive state information from the A/D state machine (A3U18). The Trigger line, used to indicate to the A/D when to begin a reading, was discussed previously. The A/D state machine has several modes of operation: perform conversion (measure input);...
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Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Counters The counters in the A/D state machine (A3U18) are accessed through a synchronous serial interface. This interface is connected to the SCP port of the A3U5 A/D microprocessor, which is also connected to the Stallion chip. Chip-select lines are used to indicate the device the A3U5 A/D microprocessor is communicating.
268XA Service Manual Z = zero offset. Zero offsets are also covered in “Zero Offset Readings” later in this chapter. DISCHARGE Signal The signal DISCHARGE is driven by the A3U5 A/D microprocessor (pin 59) through one of its parallel port pins and controls the discharge of certain filter capacitors. This line is normally left low.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Measurement Types There are several steps that you must perform at the beginning of any channel measurement: Set function relays. See “Function Relays” earlier in this chapter. This is a relatively slow operation and should be done only if the relay positions actually need to change. Set tree and channel switches.
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268XA Service Manual Thermocouple readings also require an isothermal block reference junction reading to be taken. If any thermocouple channels are measured in a scan, a reference junction measurement is taken first, before any channel measurements. Reference Junction The reference junction reading is similar to a V dc reading. However, no channel selection or function relay switching is required;...
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations V ac Discharge Mode After a frequency or V ac reading, the hardware is configured to discharge certain signal conditioning capacitors, charged during the measurement. This is done to avoid disturbing the measurement of a subsequent V ac or frequency measurement. The function relays are set to the V ac discharge position, as given in Table 2-11, Function Relays, and the DISCHARGE signal is set high.
268XA Service Manual Table 2-18. A/D Reading to Average to Obtain a Reference Balance Measurement Instrument Reading Rate Fast Reading Rate Medium Reading Rate Slow 5 (60 Hz) 45 (60 Hz) 6 (50 Hz) 48 (50 Hz) 5 (60 Hz) 6 (50 Hz) There are two reference balance readings: one with both references on, and one with both references off.
Theory of Operation A/D Theory of Operations Self-Tests There are two series of self-tests performed by the inguard: those done automatically at power-up, and those done in response to a self-test command from the outguard. Power-Up Self-Tests On power-up the inguard performs a ROM checksum test and a destructive RAM test. If either of these tests fail, the inguard treats it as a fatal error and enters the boot monitor.
Otherwise, package the device securely (using the original container, if available), and mail it to the nearest Fluke Service Center. Include a description of the problem. Fluke assumes no responsibility for damage in transit.
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268XA Service Manual If the PC card has a configuration in the scan data that is inconsistent with the current module mix, scanning will not begin. When using a PC card, you must either format the PC card or modify the module mix to match the PC card scan configuration before scanning can begin.
268XA Service Manual Table 3-1. Self-Test Codes (cont) Self-Test Code Description PAI expected in slot 3 FAI expected in slot 3 PAI expected in slot 4 FAI expected in slot 4 PAI expected in slot 5 FAI expected in slot 5 PAI expected in slot 6 FAI expected in slot 6 DIO expected in slot 6...
Maintenance AC Fuse Replacement AC Fuse Replacement The device uses a 1/2 ampere, 250 V, slow blow line fuse in series with the mains power supply. To replace the fuse, refer to Figure 3-1 and the following procedure: XWWarning To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the device without the cover properly installed.
Service Manual DC Fuse Replacement The 2680A/2686A devices use a 4 ampere, 250 V, slow blow fuse in series with the dc supply “+” input. This fuse is mounted on the main controller board inside the chassis. See Figure 3-2 for an illustration of the dc fuse location.
18 to 28 °C, and a relative humidity of less than 70%. The digital tests can be run either through the RS-232 port or by using Fluke DAQ software. With most procedures, you can use either method to verify functionality. For the RS-232 tests, you will also need to use a program such as HyperTerminal to perform the test.
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Oscilloscope Alternative Equipment List Device Type Recommended Model Multiproduct Calibrator Fluke 5520 (Do not use for FAI ohms calibration below 1.9 k ) Function/Signal Generator Philips PM5139 or HP33120A or equivalent Decade Resistance Source General Resistance RDS 66A or equivalent...
3. Apply Host Computer Power Apply power to the host computer. 4. Open Fluke DAQ Software You can use Start | Programs, double-click on a setup file shortcut on the Windows desktop, or double-click on a setup file name in the Windows Explorer or File Manager.
The tests for the Master Alarm output, Trigger Output, Trigger Input, and DIO signal lines can either be tested using Fluke DAQ software or using commands through the RS-232 port. For the RS-232 tests, you will also need to use a program such as HyperTerminal to perform the test.
GND test lead, to check if the voltage is greater than +3.8 V dc. 3. Verify Configuration Channel 1 for V dc In Fluke DAQ, verify channel 1 is configured for V dc, 3 V range.
External Trigger with an Interval 2 of 1 second. Be sure Interval Trigger and Alarm Trigger are not enabled. 2. Verify Configuration Channel 1 for V dc In Fluke DAQ, verify channel 1 is configured for V dc, 3 V range.
Measurement accuracy applies to all channels, not just the channel used for the test. 1. Configure Channel 1 for V dc Using the Fluke DAQ software, configure the PAI channel 1 for V dc, 90 mV range.
The following procedure tests the accuracy of the volts dc function for the 268XA. Measurement accuracy applies to all channels, not just the channel used for the test. 1. Configure Channel 1 for V dc Using the Fluke DAQ software, configure channel 1 for V dc, 90 mV range.
FAI modules. Measurement accuracy applies to all channels, not just the channel used for the test. 1. Configure Channel 1 for V ac Using the Fluke DAQ software, configure channel 1 for V ac, 300 mV range. 2. Open Spy Open the Spy window under the Configuration dialog.
1 terminals. Reinstall the Universal Input module. 2. Configure Channel 1 for Thermocouples In Fluke DAQ, configure channel 1 for Thermocouples with Range (thermocouple type) K. 3. Open Spy Open the Spy window under the Configuration dialog.
You may also use the 5700A resistance calibration output instead of the Decade Resistance Source. Tables are provided for both connections. 2. Configure Channel 1 for Ohms In Fluke DAQ, configure channel 1 for Ohms-2W, 300 range. 3. Open Spy Open the Spy window under the Configuration dialog.
You may also use the 5700A resistance calibration output instead of the Decade Resistance Source. Tables are provided for both connections. 2. Configure Channel 1 for Ohms In Fluke DAQ, configure channel 1 for Ohms 2W, 30 k range.
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Performance Verification Accuracy Performance Tests Resistance Range* Decade Resistor Minimum Reading Maximum Reading Short Circuit (Zero) 30 k 30 k 29 k 29.681 k 30.019 k 300 k 290 k 289.07 k 292.63 k 2.9 M 2.8607 M 2.9410 M *The resistance accuracy in this table makes allowance for up to 0.1 Ohm of lead wire resistance plus 0.01% decade resistance tolerance.
Refer to Figure 4-4 for the 5700A 4-wire connections. 2. Configure Channel 1 for Resistance In Fluke DAQ, configure channel 1 for Ohms 4W, 300 range. 3. Open Spy Open the Spy window under the Configuration dialog.
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Performance Verification Accuracy Performance Tests 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 SOURCE H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L (4-WIRE) INPUT MODULE SENSE H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L (4-WIRE) 5700A OUTPUT...
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268XA Service Manual 4. Verify Accuracy Configure the Decade Resistance Source for the output values below and verify the Spy window measurement is between the minimum and maximum values. Change the channel 1 range as required (see Step 2). Resistance Range Decade Resistor Minimum Reading Maximum Reading...
Refer to Figure 4-4 for the 5700A 4-wire connections. 2. Configure Channel 1 for Resistance In Fluke DAQ, configure channel 1 for Ohms 4W, 300 range. 3. Open Spy Open the Spy window under the Configuration dialog.
268XA Service Manual Resistance Range 5700A Minimum Reading Maximum Reading Short Circuit (Zero) 189.86 190.14 Short Circuit (Zero) 1.9 k 1.8986 k 1.9014 k 30 k 19 k 18.986 k 19.014 k 300 k 190 k 188.90 k 191.10 k 1.9 M 1.8733 M 1.9267 M...
Fluke DAQ Digital Input/Output Test 1. Open Communication Dialog Use the Communication dialog in Fluke DAQ for this test. Click on the DIO module icon in the TreeView display to see the DIO settings. The DIO dialog will only work if the DIO module is installed in the device and has been inserted using the Configuration dialog.
DIO channel 0 signal line to the totalizer enable line en) in the connector module. If you are using Fluke DAQ to perform the totalizer tests, select the DIO from TreeView in the Configuration dialog. In the DIO Configuration dialog, Set the start count in the DIO Configuration dialog to 0, deselect debounce (if selected), and select direction as up.
7. Disconnect Signal Generator Disconnect the signal generator. Testing of the Digital Input/Output signal lines can be done through the RS-232 port (using HyperTerminal or other communication program) or through the Fluke DAQ software. Either method can be used. The Digital Input/Output Test checks the 20 Digital I/O lines through the Digital I/O connector module for correct operation.
9. Select DIO Click on the Communication icon and select the DIO from TreeView. 10. Enable Totalizer Deselect the DIO channel 0 to enable the totalizer. Fluke DAQ Totalizer Count and Direction Test 1. Configure DIO In the Configuration dialog, select the DIO from TreeView. In the DIO Configuration dialog, set the start count to 0, deselect debounce (if selected), and select direction as down.
There are no calibration procedures for the 2680A/2686A chassis nor for the DIO module. Only verification tests are run on those items. The calibration is only performed on the analog A/D modules such as the precision A/D input module (PAI) and the fast A/D input module (FAI).
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268XA Service Manual 2. Wire the Universal Input Module so the high and low inputs to channels 1 and 11 are externally available. In addition, a four-wire short must be applied to channels 2 and 12. (See Figure 5-2.) Plug the module into the device. 3.
Calibration Preparing for Calibration RS43 Null Modem Cable (DB-9 Female to DB-9 Female) RS-232 Port COM1 (DB-9) 268XA Host Computer f4-05.eps Figure 5-1. Device and Host Computer Calibration Setup H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L CH11...
OFF to clear CAL from the primary display. RS-232 Device Configuration Parameters When CAL is shown in the 2680A/2686A display, it indicates that you are in the calibration mode. The device configuration parameters are set as listed in Table 5-1.
Calibration Manual Calibration Procedure Universal 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Input SOURCE H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L Module Channel 11 (4-WIRE) Wires SENSE H L H L H L H L H L H L H L H L 2-WIRE (4-WIRE) COMP...
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268XA Service Manual f4-06bmp.bmp 5. Select the Terminal Preferences command from the Settings menu. Check the boxes Local Echo and Outbound (see below). Click OK. f4-08bmp.bmp...
Calibration Manual Calibration Commands 6. Press the <Enter> key a few times and notice the => returns, indicating a successful connection (see below). If you do not receive these returns, the RS-232 link is not operating. Check the communication parameter settings and cabling. f4-07bmp.bmp Manual Calibration Commands The calibration procedures are performed in the terminal mode using the commands...
268XA Service Manual Table 5-3. Manual Calibration Command Responses Response Description => indicates the command was executed correctly. !> indicates that a device-dependent error was generated and the calibration step could not be executed. Verify that the input to channel 1 is the correct value and polarity, is connected correctly, and the 5700A is in the Operate mode.
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Calibration Manual Calibration Commands Table 5-4. Manual V DC Calibration Command Response Action CAL 1 => Puts 268XA in V dc calibration. CAL_REF? +90.0000E-3 Use the 5700A to source 90 mV dc. CAL_STEP? +90.0000E-3 268XA computes the calibration constant and returns the calibrated reading.
268XA Service Manual V AC Calibration Procedure The V ac calibration procedure calculates gain and offset calibration constants for all of the V ac ranges. Complete the following procedure to manually calibrate the V ac function. 1. If you have not already done so, complete the procedure “Preparing for Calibration” earlier in this chapter.
3. Complete the sequence of manual steps shown in Table 5-6. The default values were chosen assuming that a Fluke 5700A will be used to supply the reference resistors. For each range, channels 1 and 2 are configured to four-wire ohms and a measurement is made for each channel.
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268XA Service Manual channel 1 provides the full scale reading and measuring the four-wire short on channels 2 and 12 determines the zero offset error. The four-wire ohms gain and offset calibration constants are determined from these two measurements. The 5700A provides a limited set of reference resistors where the best resistor for each range is at 63.3% of full scale.
Calibration Manual Calibration Commands Table 5-6. Manual Resistance Calibration Command Response Action CAL 3 => Puts 268XA in resistance calibration. CAL_REF? +190.000E+0 Use the 5700A to source 190 CAL_STEP? +190.000E+0 268XA computes the calibration constant and returns the calibrated reading. Allow several seconds. CAL_REF? +1.90000E+3 Use the 5700A to source 1.9 k .
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268XA Service Manual An execution error !> is returned by the CAL_STEP? command if the frequency measurement is off by more than 5% from the target. When an error is detected, the cal constant is not updated, and the procedure remains at the same step. When CAL_STEP? reports an execution error !>...
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Introduction Introduction The 268XA device provides error code information and semi-modular design to aid in troubleshooting. This section explains the error codes and describes procedures needed to isolate a problem to a specific functional area. Finally, troubleshooting hints for each functional area are presented.
268XA Service Manual especially clean to ensure a strong connection. An oxidized PCA pad causes the solder to wick up the component lead, leaving little solder on the pad itself. Error Detection At power-up, the device software performs self-tests. If any errors in device operation are detected, they are reported on the device front panel with Error in the primary display and a decimal error code number in the secondary display.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Error Detection Table 6-1. Self-Test Error Codes Self-test Front Panel Err Code Description 0x00000000 No self-test errors 0x00000001 Boot block ROM checksum failed 0x00000002 Bad outguard main image in ROM 0x00000004 Boot block RAM failed 0x00000008 Display test failure 0x00000010 Display not responding...
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-1. Self-Test Error Codes (cont) Self-test Front Panel Err Code Description Second 32-bit self-test code 0x00000000 No self-test error. 0x00000001 Module 3 Calibration constants corrupt 0x00000002 Module 3 Calibration Procedures Incomplete 0x00000004 Module 3 A/D failure 0x00000008 Module 3 Zero offset measurements unreasonable 0x00000010...
Error Detection FLASH ROM Parameter Defaults The FLASH ROM (System Power/Controller Board 2680A-4004) parameters are reset to defaults following the first power-on and following power-cycles after any FLASH ROM parameters are discovered to be corrupt. These defaults are listed in Table 6-2.
268XA Service Manual Retrieving Error Codes using RS-232 You can retrieve error codes from the device using the device rear-panel RS-232 port and an ASCII terminal, or PC running ASCII terminal emulation. Complete the following procedure to retrieve error codes from the device using an RS- 232 connection.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Selecting the Diagnostic Tools 1. Select the dio diagnostic tool using the procedure “Selecting the Diagnostic Tool Menu.” 2. Use the left/right arrows to select the desired dio line dio19 to dio0. The format is nnnn-nnnn-nnnn-nnnn-nnnn, representing dio lines dio19 to dio0, respectively. The secondary display shows the selected line, for example, dio:19.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface Diagnostic Display Test For a constant front panel display with all segments lit, turn off the device, then turn the power on again while holding down the front panel key. After the device beeps, release the key.
268XA Service Manual An input line to the device consists of one or more semicolon-separated commands followed by an input terminator. The device will accept CR/LF or LF as the input terminator. The device reads input into a 350-byte input queue until it finds the input terminator.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface Table 6-6. Device Configuration Configuration Element Power-on Reset/Selftest Channel 1 to 20 configuration: Channel 1 only is V dc, function, range, terminals, TC type, Autorange RTD R0 Channel 1 to 20 OTC Channel 21 to 30 Equation Channel 1 to 30 Mx+B 1x+0...
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-7. RS-232 Command Set Command Description *IDN? Identification query *OPC? Operation complete query *RST Reset *TST? Self-test query SELFTEST? Return current self-test results Start calibration procedure for indicated function and input module CAL? Return the identifier of any cal procedure in progress Query the value of a particular calibration constant CAL_CONST? Specify value to calibrate to in place of default...
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Response: A description of data returned Restrictions: When the command is allowed/disallowed Notes: Any additional useful information Command: *IDN? Description: Identification query. Parameters: None Response: FLUKE, <model>, <serial-number>, <versions>, <module configuration> <model> = 2680A, 2686A <serial-number> = programmed serial number <versions> = YYYYMMDD 6-15...
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268XA Service Manual <module config> = 6 character string: “P” for PAI; “F” for FAI; “D” for DIO; “-“ for no module installed: ie, “PP-F-D” Restrictions: None Notes: None Command: *OPC? Description: Operation complete query. *OPC? causes 268XA to output an ASCII ‘1'. Parameters: None Response: <state>...
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface Response: <self-test-result1>,<self-test-result2> = two integers which binary-encodes the self-test results as shown in Tables 6-1: self-test codes. Restrictions: Not allowed in calibration mode. Command: CAL Description: Initiate calibration procedure for the specified measurement function Parameters: <module number>, <procedure>...
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268XA Service Manual <module number> = integer 1 - 6 <cal constant number> = integer 0 - 60 (even integers only) Response: <value> = floating point calibration constant Restrictions: None Notes: The Calibration Constants section describes the calibration constants in detail. Command: CAL_REF Description: Specify value to calibrate to in place of default reference Parameters: <new calibration reference value>...
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface This command returns an execution error if no cal procedure is active. This command returns a device dependent error if an internal error such as measurement timeout is detected. If the CAL_STEP? command completes successfully, the “calibrated value” returned is the reference value. If the command fails because the measured reading is outside of the specified limits, the raw measurement is returned.
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268XA Service Manual <range> may be specified for FREQ, but it is not used. a <range> value which is ‘na' in Table 6-8: Range Settings generates an execution error. Notes: On the 268XA PAI, channels 1 and 11 can measure 300V while the other channels can measure only 150V.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface When <function> is OHMS, <terminals> is always returned. When <function> is TC, response is “TC, AUTO, <thermocouple type>, <check OTC flag>” When <function> is RTD, response is “RTD, AUTO, <terminals>, <R0 value> [,alpha value]” When <function>...
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268XA Service Manual Command: DIO? Description: Get the value of the DIO Digital lines 0 through 19 Parameters: None Response: 0 to 1048575 (2^ – 1) Restrictions: None. Notes: 0: all lines low; 1: line 0 high, all other lines low; 2: line 1 high, all other lines low; 3: lines 0 and 1 high, all other lines low;...
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Using the RS-232 Interface Restrictions: None. Notes: None. Command: TOT? Description: Get the value of the DIO Totalizer Parameters: None Response: 0 to 2^ (4,294,967,296) Restrictions: None. Notes: None. Command: TOTCFG <direction>, <debounce> Description: Set the value of the DIO Totalizer configuration Parameters: <direction>...
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268XA Service Manual Command: RATE? <module> Description: Get the scan speed Parameters: : <module> integer from 1 to 6 Response: FAST, MEDIUM, SLOW Restrictions: None. Notes: None. Command: SERIAL? <module> Description: Get the serial number for a module Parameters: <module> integer from 1 to 6 Response: programmed serial # Restrictions: None.
For these cases, review Chapter 2 “Theory of Operation” and approach the difficulty in a logical manner adapting the troubleshooting procedures, as required. As a last resort, contact Fluke (see Chapter 7) for assistance.
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Bad boot software Sys/Ctrl Background The System Power/Controller Board image in FLASH FLASH memory device, U20, is divided into sections. ROM.
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A2 Display PCA. Refer to paragraph “A2 Display PCA Troubleshooting. Module 1 Module Background Each module of the 2680A/2686A Calibration contains its own calibration constants on the A/D Power constants corrupt. daughter card. The A/D U7 FLASH memory device contains the calibration constants.
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Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 1 Module Background Each module of the 2680A/2686A Procedures contains its own calibration constants on the A/D Power Incomplete. daughter card. The A/D U7 FLASH memory device contains the calibration constants. The calibration constants are used by the A/D converter.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 1 A3 A/D Background The A/D converters uses two very precise reference balance Converter voltages for operation: +3.45 V dc and -3.45 V dc.
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 1 open A3 A/D Background The open thermocouple detect circuit thermocouple Converter checks on the amount of a 19.2 kHz voltage developed detect failed.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion RAM constants Sys/Ctrl Background The SYS/CTRL stores constants in flash corrupt. memory, U20, which are transferred to RAM for use in operation.
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 2 open A3 A/D Background Same as for module 1. thermocouple Converter Failure Same as for module 1. detect failed.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 4 A/D Module Background Same as for module 1. failure Failure Same as for module 1. Correction Same as for module 1.
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-9. Relating Selftest Errors to Device Problems (cont) Error Error Code Suspect Error Code Code Description Assembly Discussion Module 5 Module Background Same as for module 1. Overload Failure Same as for module 1. detection failed Correction Same as for module 1.
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Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Table 6-10. Hints for Troubleshooting "Dead" Devices Possible Fault Discussion Blown Fuse If the device is completely dead, you may have blown the line fuse. There is also a fuse inline with the DC voltage input for battery input protection.
268XA Service Manual Sys/Ctrl PCA Troubleshooting The following paragraphs provide troubleshooting hints for the Sys/Ctrl PCA. Use this material in conjunction with Chapter 2, “Theory of Operation.” XWWarning To avoid electric shock, disconnect all power and channel inputs from the device before performing any troubleshooting operations.
The following provides troubleshooting hints for the A2 Display PCA. Use this material in conjunction with Chapter 2, “Theory of Operation.” A Display Extender Cable is available from Fluke (PN 867952) for use during troubleshooting. XWWarning To avoid electric shock, disconnect all channel inputs from the device before performing any troubleshooting operations.
268XA Service Manual Table 6-11. A2 Display PCA Initialization Routines A2TP4 DTEST* A2TP5 LTE* Power-Up Display Initialization All segments OFF All segments ON (default) Display Test Pattern #1 Display Test Pattern #2 Figures 6-1 and 6-2 show Display Test Patterns #1 and #2, respectively. REM SCAN SET FUNC REVIEW...
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device 4. Check the state of the RESET signal (A2U1-1). This signal should be low once the reset time is completed (after power-up). Also verify that the RESET* signal (A2U6-3) is high after the reset time is completed. 5.
12 V supply was designed to only provide enough power for the PCMCIA card, no other devices should be powered from this supply. This board plugs into P4 on the 2680A-4004 PCA. It is a daughter card that is only installed if the device is a 2686 chassis, as opposed to a 2680 chassis that has no PCMCIA option.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Digital Input Buffers The Digital Input Threshold circuit sets the input threshold level for the Digital Input Buffers and the Totalizer Input. A fixed value voltage divider (R5, R6) and a unity gain buffer amplifier (U1) are the main components in the circuit.
Both problems can be troubleshot with a DMM. A3 A/D Converter Module Troubleshooting To access this card for test, the user may need the 2680A-7001K Extender kit, p.n. 1619174. The following paragraphs provide troubleshooting hints for the A3 A/D Converter PCA.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Device Table 6-12. A3 A/D Converter PCA Jumper Positions Jumper If Missing If in Place VBOOT enable at A3Q1 VBOOT disable at A3Q1 prevents (this jumper is in place when loading new A/D A3U6 from initializing (error 7 is firmware.
268XA Service Manual Troubleshooting Relay Problems Both the PAI and FAI use mechanical reed relays for signal switching, although the FAI uses solid-state relays for channel selection. The mechanical relays have a life of 100,000,000 operations. If you use your device in long-duration, high-speed measurement runs at high voltages and high common mode voltages, then the relays may start to act up after a few years.
Diagnostic Testing and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Calibration Failures Check the output of the calibration source. Does it equal the value called for by this calibration step? Check the calibration source. Is it in operate mode? Has it reverted to standby? If a calibration step has failed, the device remains on that step so that the output from the calibration source may be corrected or the calibration reference value (CAL_REF) being used by the device may be changed if it was improperly entered.
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268XA Service Manual Table 6-13. A/D Module Calibration Constants Maximum Constant Function Range Minimum Allowable Number Function Comment Allowable Value Value V dc 90 mV Gain +0.95000E+0 +1.05000E+0 V dc 90 mV Offset -0.00090E+0 +0.00090E+0 V dc 300 mV Gain +0.95000E+0 +1.05000E+0 V dc...
These programs can be updated as required. If you would like to know if the software for your device is the most current, check the Fluke web pages under support, software downloads, and then data acquisition. At the time of this printing, the versions of code are as follows: main embedded code - 01_00.vxWorks,...
Chapter 7 Replaceable Parts Title Page Introduction ....................... 7-3 How to Obtain Parts ..................7-3 Service Centers....................7-3 Parts Lists ......................7-4...
How to Obtain Parts Electrical components may be ordered from the Fluke Corporations and its authorized representatives by using the part number designated in the replacement parts lists. To order parts directly from Fluke Corporation, call (toll-free) 1-800-526-4731. Outside the US, replacement parts can be ordered through your local service center.
268XA Service Manual Parts Lists The following tables list the replaceable parts for the 268XA devices. Caution PCAs may be subject to damage by static discharge.
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Replaceable Parts Parts Lists Table 7-1. 2680A Final Assembly Parts List Part Reference Number Number Designator Description 109322 FUSE,FUSE,.25X1.25,0.5A,250V,SLOW 424416 A65MP9 HOLDER,HLDR,FUSE,1/4 X 1-1/4,LOPROFILE,PNLMT 1598923 2680A-4004 PCA, SYSTEM POWER AND CONTROLLER 295105 SCREW,SCREW,CAP,SCKT,SS,8-32,.375 109998 A65W1 5500A-4417,WIRE, BINDING POST TO FASTON...
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268XA Service Manual Table 7-1. 2680A Final Assembly Parts List (cont) Part Reference Number Number Designator Description 1560703 A63MP2 FLUKE 45-4021-01, ,ASSEMBLY DISPLAY 1593113 A63MP3-4 2680A-2021,HANDLE PLASTIC 8.75 IN. A65MP4-5 868786 A64MP9-12 5700A-2043-01,BOTTOM FOOT, MOLDED, GRAY #7 1593092 A63MP6 2680A-2019,FRONT BEZEL...
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Part Reference Number Number Designator Description 109322 FUSE,FUSE,.25X1.25,0.5A,250V,SLOW 424416 A65MP9 HOLDER,HLDR,FUSE,1/4 X 1-1/4,LOPROFILE,PNLMT 1598923 2680A-4004 PCA, SYSTEM POWER AND CONTROLLER 295105 SCREW,SCREW,CAP,SCKT,SS,8-32,.375 109998 A65W1 5500A-4417,WIRE, BINDING POST TO FASTON 1667870 2686A-8001,2686A FRONT PANEL DECAL 1598783 2680A-4001,PCA, BACK PLANE 284174 A99MP1 LC1 LINE CORD,NORTH AM,10A,5-15/IEC,18/3,SVT,7.5 FT...
268XA Service Manual Table 7-4. DIO Module Parts List Part Reference Number Number Designator Description 1598906 2680A-4006,PCA, DIGITAL IO AND RELAY 1593050 2680A-2015, MODULE REAR PANEL 152173 SCREW,6-32,.500,PAN,PHILLIPS,STEEL,ZINC-CLEAR,LOCK 1593045 2680A-2011, FAI/PAI MODULE COVER 376822 SCREW,SCREW,PH,P,LOCK,SS,6-32,.750 1610886 2680A-2008, DIO MODULE BASE 152140 SCREW,6-32,.250,PAN,PHILLIPS,STEEL,ZINC-CLEAR,LOCK...
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Replaceable Parts Parts Lists 2680A-DIO alg100f.eps Figure 7-3. DIO Module 7-13...