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Microchip Technology 5071A User Manual

Microchip Technology 5071A User Manual (106 pages)

Primary Frequency Standard

Brand: Microchip Technology | Category: Network Hardware | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents

Document Layout
3
Preface
3
Purpose of this Guide
3
Who Should Read this Guide
3
Conventions Used in this Guide
4
Related Documents and Information
5
Warnings, Cautions, Recommendations, and Notes
5
Where to Find Answers to Product and Document Questions
5
Customer Support
6
The Microchip Website
6
Document Revision History
7
Table of Contents
8
Chapter 1. Introduction

12
- What Is the 5071A Primary Frequency Standard
  12
- How Does the 5071A Work
  12
- 5071A Major Features
  12
- System Applications
  13
- Instruments Covered by this User's Guide
  13
- Operating the 5071A
  13
- Signal Outputs
  13
- Clock Functions
  13
- Safety Considerations
  15
- General
  15
- Before Applying Power
  15
- Before Cleaning
  16
- Safety Earth Ground
  16
- Heeding Cautions
  16
- Rack Mounting
  16
- AC Power Supply
  17
- DC Power Supply (VDC Operation Model) Installation
  17
- Acoustic Noise Emissions
  17
- Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Testing
  17
- DC Power Supply (48 VDC Operation Model) Installation
  17
- Certification
  18
- Assistance
  18
Chapter 2. Getting Started

20
- The 5071A at a Glance
  20
- Indicators
  20
- Controls
  20
- Connectors
  20
- Rear Panel Connections
  22
- Starting the 5071A
  24
- Performing Basic Tasks
  25
- Synchronizing to an External 1PPS Reference
  25
- Setting Time and Date
  26
- Powering down the 5071A
  26
Chapter 3. Using the 5071A

28
- Using the Front-Panel Menus
  28
- Keypad Descriptions
  28
- Controlling the 5071A from the Front Panel
  28
- Setting the Output Port Frequency
  29
- Setting the 1PPS and Clock Outputs
  29
- To Set the 1PPS Outputs
  29
- To Synchronize the 1PPS Outputs Using a Time-Interval Counter
  29
- To Set the Clock
  30
- To Turn the Clock Display on or off
  31
- To Schedule a Leap Second
  31
- Monitoring Status
  31
- To Select Parameters
  31
- To Interpret Displayed Results
  31
- To Print a Status Report
  32
- Reading and Managing the Event Log
  32
- To Check Log Status
  32
- To View Log Entries
  32
- To Clear the Log
  32
- To Print the Log
  32
- Steering the Output Frequency
  32
- Steering Explained
  32
- To Add an Offset
  33
- To Check an Offset
  33
- To Remove an Offset
  33
- Using Utility Features
  34
- To Reset the Continuous Operation Light
  34
- To Reset the Rear-Panel Status Output
  34
- To Display the Firmware Revision or CBT Identification String
  34
- Diagnostic Self-Tests
  34
- Configuring the 5071A
  35
- To Set the Operating Mode
  35
- To Set the Printer Log Mode
  35
- To Set up the Serial Port
  35
- To Save a Configuration
  36
- Connecting a Printer
  36
- Disabling the Internal-Standby Battery
  36
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Tips

38
- Front-Panel Indicators and Messages
  38
- Clock Display
  38
- Attention Light
  38
- Continuous Operation Light
  38
- LCD Display
  39
- Instrument States
  40
- Front-Panel Warning Messages
  40
- Power-Up Problems
  41
- Using Menus to Check Operational Status
  41
- Information Menu
  41
- LOG Menu
  41
- Utilities Menu
  42
- CLOCK Menu
  42
- Configuration Menu
  42
- Operating System Failure
  42
- Operating System Failure Symptoms
  42
- Restarting the 5071A
  42
- Cesium Beam Tube Life
  43
Chapter 5. Remote Operating and Programming

44
Chapter 6. Command Reference

60
- 5071A Command Summary
  60
- IEEE 488.2 Common Commands
  60
- SCPI Commands
  61
- Description of SCPI Commands
  65
- Diagnostic Commands
  65
- Display Commands
  68
- Precision Time (Date and Time) Commands
  69
- Reference Oscillator Commands
  71
- Status Monitoring Commands
  72
- System Commands
  75
- Status Reporting
  78
- Rear Panel Status Output Operation
  80
- Status Output Programming
  80
- Serial-Port Command/Printer Interface
  82
- Mode Selection
  82
- Pacing
  82
- The Prompt
  82
- End-Of-Line Characters
  82
- Error Messages/Codes
  83
Chapter 7. Specifications

86
- Supplemental Characteristics
  86
- Time Standard
  86
- Internal Standby Battery (Nominal Values)
  86
- Accessories and Options
  87
- Specification Definitions
  88
Chapter 8. Installation

90
Appendix A. Performance Tests

100
- Power-On Self-Tests and Servo Lock
  100
- Rs-232 Serial Port Verification
  101
Appendix B. Product Variations

102
Appendix C. Glossary

104
- Worldwide Sales and Service
  106

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