Data I/O 298 User manual

298 UNIVERSAL
PROGRAMMER
981-0121-001 REV A OCTOBER 84
Copyright © Data 1/0 Corporation, 1984. All rights reserved.

Data 110 has made every attempt to ensure that the information in this document is accurate and complete. However,
Data II0 assumes no liability for errors, or for any damages that result from use of this document or the equipment which it
accompanies.
Data 110 reserves the right to make changes to this document without notice at any time.
*LogicPak™ and Logic Fingerprint™ are trademarks of Data 1/0 Corporation.
Applies to: Engineering part No. 990-0013-016
Text Part Number 090-0201-002
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SAFETY SUMMARY
Genera! safety information for operating personnel is contained in this summary. In addition, specific WARNINGS and
CAUTIONS appear throughout this manual where they apply and are not included in this summary.
Definitions
WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could result in persona! injury or !oss of !ife.
CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to equipment or other property.
Symbols
A This symbol appears
on the equipment and it indicates that the user should consult the manual for
further detail.
V l\J: This symbol stands for Vac. For example, 120V "'1 120 Vac
Power Source
Check the voltage selector indicator (located on the rear panel) to verify that the product is configured for the
appropriate line voltage.
Grounding the Product
The product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, plug the power
cord into a properly wired and grounded receptacle only. Grounding this equipment is essential for its safe operation.
Power Cord
Use only the power cord specified for your equipment.
Servicing
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that described in this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 iNTRODUCTiON .................................................................... 1-1
A ,.. ,..,,1 .... ...-.-. a "'Ir-I"'\\ /lf""'\AI 1_.,
1.L ;:,y;::, 1 c1v1 uvcnv1cvv ...........................•................•................... ,-,
1.3 INTRODUCTION TO OPERATION ..................................................... 1-4
1.3.i TYPiCAL 298 OPERATiON ...................................................... 1-5
1.3.2 SAMPLE 298 PROGRAMMER OPERATION WITH UNIPAK™ ....................... 1-5
1.3.3 REMOTE OPERATION .......................................................... 1-7
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 1-8
1.4.1 FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 1-8
1.4.2 POWER REQUIREMENTS ....................................................... 1-8
1.4.3 PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS ............................. 1-8
1.5 FIELD APPLICATIONS SUPPORT ..................................................... 1-8
1.6 WARRANTY ........................................................................ 1-8
1.7 SERVICE ........................................................................... 1-9
1.8 ORDERING ........................... · .............................................. 1-9
SECTION 2. INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................... _ ......... 2-1
2.2 PAK INSTALLATION ................................................................ 2-1
2.3 PAK REMOVAL ..................................................................... 2-2
2.4 POWER CONNECTION .............................................................. 2-2
2.4.1 VERIFYING/CHANGING THE OPERATING VOLTAGE .............................. 2-2
2.4.2 VERIFYING/REPLACING THE LINE FUSE ........................................ 2-4
2.4.3 GROUNDING THE UNIT ........................................................ 2-4
2.4.4 APPLYiNG POWER ............................................................ 2-5
2.5 SERIAL 1/0 INTERFACE ............................................................. 2-6
2.5.1 CABLING ..................................................................... 2-6
2.5.2 SETTING PARAMETERS ....................................................... 2-8
2.5.3 HOOKING UP A SERIAL PAPER TAPE READER .................................. 2-9
SECTION 3. OPERATION
3.1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 3-1
3.2 POWER-UP ......................................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 GENERAL OPERATING NOTES .................................................. 3-2
3.2.2 POWER-UP PROCEDURE ....................................................... 3-2
3.3 POWER-DOWN ..................................................................... 3-3
3.4 MANUAL KEYBOARD OPERATIONS .................................................. 3-3
3.4.1 FAMILY AND PINOUT CODES .................................................. 3-3
3.4.2 DEVICE INSERTION ............................................................ 3-4
3.4.3 DEVICE REMOVAL ............................................................. 3-4
3.5 SOURCE/DESTINATION METHOD OF SYNTAX (COPY AND VERIFY) .................... 3-5
3.5.1 SOURCE/DESTINATION DETERMINATION ....................................... 3-5
3.5.2 GENERALIZED KEY SEQUENCE SYNTAX ........................................ 3-6
3.6 FRONT PANEL KEYBOARD DATA TRANSFER OPERATIONS ........................... 3-7
3.6.1 LOAD RAM WITH MASTER DEVICE DATA ...................................... 3-7
3.6.2 LOAD RAM FROM SERIAL PORT ............................................... 3-8
3.6.3 PROGRAM DEVICE WITH RAM DATA ........................................... 3-9
3.6.4 OUTPUT TO SERIAL PORT .................................................... 3-11
3.6.5 BLOCK MOVE ................................................................ 3-12
3.6.6 VERIFY RAM DATA AGAINST MASTER DEVICE DATA .......................... 3-13
3.6.7 VERIFY RAM FROM SERIAL PORT ............................................. 3-15
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3.7 KEYBOARD EDIT OPERATIONS ..................................................... 3-16
3.7.1 HEXADECIMAL BASE ......................................................... 3-16
3.7.2 OCTAL BASE ................................................................ 3-17
3.7.3 BINARY BASE ............................................................... 3-18
3.8 SELECT KEY FUNCTIONS .......................................................... 3-19
3.8.1 ACCESSING SELECT FUNCTIONS ............................................. 3-19
3.8.2 EXTENDED SELECT FUNCTIONS ............................................... 3-19
3.8.3 DESCRIPTIONS AND KEY SEQUENCES ........................................ 3-19
3.8.4 RAM DATA MANIPULATION COMMANDS ..................................... 3-20
3.8.5 UTILITY AND INQUIRY COMMANDS ........................................... 3-23
3.8.6 SERIAL 1/0 OPERATIONS ..................................................... 3-32
3.9 REMOTE OPERATION .............................................................. 3-36
3.9.1 COMPUTER REMOTE CONTROL (CRC) ......................................... 3-36
3.9.2 SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL (SRC) ............................................ 3-45
SECTION 4. MAINTENANCE
4.1 OVERVIEW ......................................................................... 4-1
4.2 MAINTENANCE ..................................................................... 4-1
4.2.1 COVER REMOVAL ............................................................. 4-1
4.2.2 REMOVING THE CONTROLLER BOARD PROTECTIVE SHIELD ..................... 4-1
4.2.3 INSTALLING THE PROTECTIVE SHIELD ......................................... 4-1
4.2.4 CLEANING .................................................................... 4-1
4.2.5 INSPECTION .................................................................. 4-1
4.3 CALIBRATION ...................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1 POWER SUPPLY CALIBRATION ................................................ 4-2
4.3.2 PERFORMANCE CHECK/DC CALIBRATION SET-UP .............................. 4-4
4.3.3 CALIBRATION OF PROGRAMMING PAKS AND MODULES ........................ 4-6
4.4 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 4-7
4.4.1 PRELIMINARY TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 4-7
4.4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFIC AREAS .......................................... 4-8
SECTION 5. CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
5.1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 5-1
5.2 GENERAL CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION .................................................... 5-1
5.3 DETAILED CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION ................................................... 5-1
5.3.1 POWER SUPPLIES ............................................................. 5-3
5.3.2 KEYBOARD/DISPLAY .......................................................... 5-5
5.3.3 CONTROLLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
APPENDIX A. DATA TRANSLATION FORMATS
A.1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................... A-1
A.2 DATA VERIFICATION .............................................................. A-1
A.3 CODES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
A.4 LEADER AND NULL OUTPUT ....................................................... A-3
A.5 TRANSLATION FORMATS .......................................................... A-3
A.5.1 BINARY TRANSFER, CODE 10 ................................................. A-3
A.5.2 DEC BINARY FORMAT, CODE 11 .............................................. A-3
A.5.3 ASCII BINARY FORMAT, CODES 01, 02 AND 03 (QR 095, 06, AND 07) ............ A-4
A.5.4 THE 5-LEVEL BNPF FORMAT, CODES 08 OR 09 ................................. A-4
A.5.5 SPECTRUM FORMAT, CODES 12 OR 13 ........................................ A-4
A.5.6 ASCII OCTAL AND HEX FORMATS, CODES 30-37 AND 50-58 .................... A-5
A.6 MICROPROCESSOR FORMATS ..................................................... A-7
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APPENDIX B. TERMINAL REMOTE CONTROL (TRC)
B.1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................... B-1
B.2 SYSTEM VARIATIONS ............................................................. B-1
B.3 COMMAND GROUPS ............................................................... 8-2
B.4 SYNTA_X ....... ------ ............................................................. B-7
B.5 PROGRAMMER RESPONSES TO TERMINAL DATA ENTRY .. , . , , , , ... , , . , ............. B-7
B.6 SERIAL 1/0 INTERFACE ............................................................ B-7
B.7 ACCESS TO REMOTE CONTROL .................................................... B-7
B.7.1 ENTRY ....................................................................... B-7
B.7.2 EXIT ......................................................................... B-7
B.8 COMMAND SUMMARY ............................................................. B-8
B.8.1 CONTROL-KEY COMMANDS ................................................... B-8
B.8.2 UTILITY COMMANDS ......................................................... B-8
B.8.3 DEVICE COMMANDS ........................................................ B-10
B.8.4 1/0 COMMANDS ............................................................ B-11
B.8.5 EDITING COMMANDS ........................................................ B-15
B.8.6 MEMORY MODE COMMANDS ................................................ B-16
APPENDIX C. OPTIONAL HANDLER INTERFACE
C.1 INTRODUCTION ................................•.•...............•....•.•••........ C-1
C.2 COMPATIBILITY ............................................ · ....................... C-1
C.3 HANDLER PORT INFORMATION ..................................................... C-1
C.4 SYSTEM COMPONENTS ............................................................ C-4
C.5 PERFORMANCE BOARD SELECTION ................................................. C-4
C.6 MCT HANDLER SET-UP ............................................................ C-5
C.7 SYSTEM SET-UP ................................................................... C-5
C.7.1 CONNECTING THE HANDLER UniPak™ TO THE PERFORMANCE BOARD .......... C-5
C.7.2 INSTALLING THE PERFORMANCE BOARD ...................................... C-6
C.7.3 CONNECTING THE 29B TO THE HANDLER ...................................... C-6
C.7.4 CONNECTING A COMPUTER OR TERMINAL TO THE 29B ........................ C-7
C.8 POWER-UP ........................................................................ C-7
C.9 BASIC DATA TRANSFER OPERATIONS .............................................. C-9
C.9.1 ENTERING CRC MODE (OPTIONAL) ............................................ C-9
C.9.2 ENTERING FAMILY AND PINOUT CODES ....................................... C-9
C.9.3 DEVICE INSERTION ........................................................... C-9
C.9.4 BINNING CONTROL ........................................................... C-9
C.9.5 PREVENTING NONBLANK DEVICES FROM BEING PROGRAMMED ............... C-10
C.9.6 LOAD RAM WITH MASTER DEVICE DATA ..................................... C-10
C.9.7 PROGRAM A DEVICE WITH 29B RAM DATA ................................... C-10
C.9.8 VERIFY 29B'S RAM DATA WITH MASTER DEVICE DATA ....................... C-11
C.19 OTHER COMMANDS ............................................................. C-11
APPENDIX D. REFERENCE MATERIAL
APPENDIX E. ERROR CODES
APPENDIX F. SCHEMATICS
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LIST OF FIGURES
1-1 29B System Components ............................................................ 1-3
1-2 29B Front Panel Functions ........................................................... 1-4
1-3 Sample 29B Programmer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
1-4 Sample Sum-Check Calculation ...................................................... 1-7
2-1 Installing/Removing a Programming Pak .............................................. 2-2
2-2 Back Panel ........................................................................ 2-2
2-3 Voltage Wheel Selector ............................................................. 2-3
2-4 Accessing the Line Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2-5 Programmer Power Switch Location .................................................. 2-5
2-6 Sample Interconnection Methods ..................................................... 2-6
2-7 Baud Rate Switch and RS232 Serial Port .............................................. 2-8
2-8 Status Switch Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
2-9 Interconnection Method of Serial Paper Tape Reader ................................... 2-9
3-1 Power Switch and Power Cord Locations ............................................. 3-2
3-2 Device Installation (Multiuse Sockets) ................................................. 3-4
3-3 Block Move ....................................................................... 3-12
3-4 Computer Remote Control Components .............................................. 3-37
3-5 Inputting Remote Control Parameters ................................................ 3-46
4-1 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4-2 Power Supply Test and Adjustment Points ............................................ 4-3
4-3 Front Panel and Protective Shield Removal ............................................ 4-4
4-4 29B with Programming Module Prepared for Calibration ................................. 4-5
4-5 Troubleshooting .................................................................... 4-7
4-6 Checking Baud Rate on Pin 2 ........................................................ 4-9
5-1 Functional Diagram of 29B Universal Programmer ...................................... 5-1
5-2 Interconnect Diagram for 29B Universal Programmer .................................... 5-2
5-3 Circuit Board Locations ............................................................. 5-3
5-4 Power Supply Circuitry .............................................................. 5-4
5-5 Block Diagram FIP Display, Driver, and Keyboard ...................................... 5-6
5-6 Controller Board Block Diagram ...................................................... 5-7
5-7 Write Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
5-8 Read Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
5-9 Expansion RAM Board Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5-10 Optional Handler Interface Block Diagram ............................................ 5-10
A-1 Formatting the Instrument Control Code and Data Translation Format Code .............. A-2
A-2 Input or Output Binary Tape ........................................................ A-3
A-3 ASCII Binary Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
A-4 Spectrum Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
A-5 ASCII-Octal and Hex Formats ....................................................... A-5
A-6 Optional Address Field in ASCII-Cota! and Hex Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
A-7 Syntax of the Sum-Check Field in 1/0 Operation ...................................... A-6
A-8 Specifications for RCA Cosmac Data Files ............................................ A-7
A-9 Specifications for Fairchild Fairbug Data Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8
A-10 Specifications for MOS Technology Data Files ........................................ A-9
A-11 Specifications for Motorola Data Files ............................................... A-10
A-12 Specifications for Intel lntellec 8/MDS Data Files ..................................... A-11
A-13 Specifications for Signetics Absolute Object Data Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . A-12
A-14 Specifications for Tektronix Hexadecimal Data Files ................................... A-13
A-15 Specifications for Motorola Exormax Data Files ...................................... A-14
A-16 Specifications for Intel MCS-86 Hexadecimal Object (Code 88) Data Files ............... A-15
A-17 Calculating an Address using the Intel MCS-86 (Code 88) Extended Address Board ....... A-17
A-18 Specifications for Hewlett Packard Absolute Format Data Files ......................... A-18
A-19 Specifications for Texas Instruments SDSMAC Data Files ............................. A-19
B-1 System Configuration Between Programmer and Terminal Remote Control ............... B-1
C-1 29B Handler Port Pin Assignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
C-2 Handler Control Signal Timing Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
C-3 The 29B/Handler System ........................................................... C-4
C-4 Connecting the Handler UniPak™ and Performance Board .............................. C-5
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C-5 !nsta!!ing the Performance Board-MCT Handler ........................................ C-6
C-6 Installing the Performance Board-Delta Handler ........................................ C-7
C-7 Handler/Programmer Connection-MCT Handler ........................................ C-8
C-8 Handler/Programmer Connection-Delta Handler ....................................... C-8
LIST OF TABLES
1-1 Using the 29B Manual .............................................................. 1-1
1-2 Available Translation Formats for the 29B Universal Programmer ......................... 1-8
2-1 Line Fuse Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2-2 Serial Interface Connector Pin Assignments ........................................... 2-7
3-1 Copy and Verify Operations ......................................................... 3-5
3-2 Address Parameters .................. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
3-3 Select Commands ................................................................. 3-19
3-4 Response Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37.
3-5 Error Status Word ................................................................. 3-38
3-6 Command Summary ............................................................... 3-40
3-7 Control Commands ................................................................ 3-41
3-8 Utiiity Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
3-9 Device Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42
3-10 1/0 Commands ................................................................... 3-43
3-11 Editing Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44
3-12 Handler Commands ................................................................ 3-44
3-13 Command Entry in SRC ............................................................ 3-45
3-14 Select Commands ................................................................. 3-57
4-1 Calibration Voltage Ranges .......................................................... 4-2
4-2 Displays and Instructions for Calibrating Standard Programming Modules ................. 4-6
4-3 Power Supply Voltages ............................................................. 4-8
5-1 Address Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
A-1 Instrument Control Codes .......................................................... A-2
A-2 Data Translation Formats ........................................................... A-2
B-1 Control-Key Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
B-3 Device Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
B-4 II0 Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
B-5 Editing Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
B-6 Memory Mode Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6
C-1 Handler Interface Connector Pin Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
C-2 Handler-Specific Commands ( CRC Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-9
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SECTiOi\i 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
Data I/O's 29B Universal Programmer utiiizes moduiar
programming paks to reliably pmgiam most commercia!!y
available programmable memory and logic devices. The
family code and pinout code tabie at the back of the Pak
manual lists the devices {by manufacturer),
Standard features of the 29B include a 64K x 8 data RAM,
an RS232C serial port and a 16-character alphanumeric
display. The 29B also offers 27 data translation formats
which enable you to communicate between the 29B and
development systems, such as Texas Instruments,
Motorola, Intel, Tektronix, Signetics, Fairchild, RCA and
Hewlett-Packard. In addition, the standard system includes
two remote control protocols. The Data 1/0 Computer
Remote Control (CRC) communication protocol provides
CRC operation that is compatible with other Data 1/0
products. System Remote Control (SRC) utilizes a simple
command protocol that is similar to the syntax featured in
the 29B front panel control to initiate rapid start-up in
remote operation. Both of these remote-control features
are futty documented fn section 3 (Operation).
The 29B also offers the following optional features. If you
wish to purchase any of these features, contact your
nearest Data 1/0 sales representative; a list of sales
representatives is provided at the back of this manual.
• Terminal Remote Control (TRCi-an optional package,
compatible with Data I/O's System 1903.
• Handler Interface-an optional feature that allows you
to connect the 298 to a Delta or MCT device handler.
The combination of a 29B, Handler UniPak™, and
device handler enables you to program large quantities
of both MOS (metal oxide semiconductor) and bipolar
PROMs (programmable read only memories) with
minimum operator handling.
NOTE
Although other programming Paks can
be used, neither the PakIhandler
interface nor the 298 Handler port cable
is provided. The Handler port is required.
When using the Exatron 2500 handler, the optional handler
interface is not necessary and other programming paks
(other than the Handler UniPak™l can be used. Exatron
provides the interface necessary for operation with the 298.
• Serial Paper Tape Reader (950-1950)-can be used to
transmit data from a paper tape to your 298.
This manuai describes the components and operation of
the 298. Subjects addressed in this manual and the
corresponding sections are listed in table 1-1. Use this list
as a quick-reference point of the major sections in this
manual.
Table 1-1. Using the 298 Manual
SUBJECT SECTION
Safety Summary Front
of manual
Pak Installation 2.2
Power Connection 2.4
Serial 1/0 Interface 2.5
Power-Up 3.2
Power-Down 3.3
Manual Keyboard Operations 3.4
Selecting the Family and Pinout
Codes See Pak Manual.
Device Insertion 3.4.2
Source/Destination Method of
Syntax ., "
""·""'
Front Panel Keyboard Data
Transfer Operations 3.6
Edit Data 3.7
Perform a Select Function 3.8
Remote Operations 3.9
I Maintenance
of 29B 4.2
Maintenance of Pak See Pak manual.
Calibration of 29B Power Supplies 4.3.1
Calibration of 29B and Pak See Pak Manual.
Troubleshooting 29B 4.4
Troubleshooting Pak See Pak Manual.
Circuit Description Section 5
Data Translation Formats Appendix A
Terminal Remote Control Appendix B
Optional Handler Interface Appendix C
Reference Material Appendix D
Error Codes Appendix E
Schematics Appendix F
Data II0 Service Centers Back
of Manual
Warranty Information Back
of Manual
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Throughout this manual, the entries that you are to make
from either the programmer or a terminal are indicated by
an equipment symbol and key symbol. For example,
E?:=1
8
298
indicates the "COPY" key on the programmer keyboard
should be pressed. In addition, the symbols shown below
are used to indicate terminal operation, prompts that will
appear on the CRT, or prompts that will appear on the
programmer display.
TERMINAL
(LLI LI I
_II_ I_ I_ I_ I 0
CRT
1-11 11C
L l_I lJL:
I\
298 DISPLAY J
1.2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The 298 provides a universal means of programming,
testing, and verifying a variety of memory and logic
devices. You can tailor the 298 to your programming needs
by selecting the appropriate programming Pak and plugging
it into the 298. The various programming components from
which you can choose to complete your programming
system are listed below and shown in figure 1-1.
• Uni Pak 2™- programs more than 600 devices, including
MOS and CMOS EPROMs and EEPROMs, fuse link,
AIM and DEAP bipolar PROMs. Programming
algorithms are software selectable and no additional
personality modules are required. Simple pinout adapters
are available for 40-pin microcomputers and parts with
non-standard pinouts.
• LogicPak™-combined with appropriate plug-in
adapters, allows you to design, program and
functionally test more than 80 different logic devices.
The high-level software translates your logic design from
truth tables or Boolean equations into the correct fuse
map.
• GangPak™-gives you the capability of programming, in
a single operation, identical sets of MOS EPROMs or
EEPROMs. Set programming allows you to partition a
program into one or more sets of PROMs. The
GangPak™ can also be used for conventional gang
programming of up to eight devices at a time.
• MOSPak™-programs more than 145 MOS EPROMs
and EEPROMs, requiring no additional hardware.
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298 PROGRAMMER
Base unit with keyboard; accepts Paks; contains
control electronics. 298 also contains standard
System Remote Controi (SRC) and Computer
Remote Control (CRCI software. An optional handler
interface can be used for fast, high-volume
progiamming of rv~OS and bi=potar PROMs.
PROGRAMMING PAKS
The standard Computer Remote Control (CRCI allows
you to save programs on disk or tape which may be
downloaded to the 298. System Remote Control
{SRC) allows you to send commands to the 298
from a terminal, and an optional Terminal Remote
Control ffRC~ is a terminal remote mode which is
compatible with that used in System 19
programmers.
*Terminal not included.
UniPak 2™
GangPak™
LogicPak™
Combined with appropriate plug-
in adapters, the LogicPak™
allows you to design, program
and functionally test more than
80 logic devices.
Programs more than 600 popular
bipolar PROMs, MOS EPROMs,
and MOS EEPROMs.
Programs multiple MOS PROM
sets and gang programs MOS
PROMs for high-volume
programming operations.
MOSPak™
Programs more than 145 MOS
EPROMs and EEPROMs with no
additional hardware changes.
PROGRAMMING MODULES
Support device family
applications not covered by
programming Paks.
Figure 1-1. 298 System Components
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1.3 INTRODUCTION TO OPERATION
With the 298, you can perform four basic operations (listed
below) by using the four dedicated mode (operation) keys
on the front panel keyboard. These mode keys and their
uses are discussed in the following subsections and shown
in figure 1-2. Section 3 (Operation) provides specific step-
by-step instructions on how to execute the operations
listed in the following subsections.
Displays the current status
of the programmer.
SOURCE/DESTINATION KEYS:
These keys can be used to specify
either the data's source or destination.
They work in conjunction with the
COPY and VERIFY keys. Refer to the
source/destination concept of data
transfer and verification as explained
in section 3.6.
~---- REVIEW KEY:
Gives the programmer backwards
"stepping" capability through Select
Functions, edit addresses and
calibration steps. Also provides a
delete function when entering
parameters.
START KEY:
HEX KEYBOARD: MODE KEYS:
Commands the programmer to
execute the operations selected
and sends entered hex values
in edit mode, to memory. Also
gives the programmer forward
"stepping" capability through
select function, edit addresses,
format menu and calibration
step.
Allows entry of
hexadecimal
values.
COPY
Used to move a block of data
to or from a serial port, RAM,
or device. Works in conjunction
with source/destination keys.
VERIFY
Used to make a byte-by-byte
comparison of a block of data.
Used with source/destination
keys.
SELECT
Prepares the programmer to
accept codes for Select
Functions. See section 3.5.
EDIT
Allows viewing and changing
of data at individually selected
RAM address locations. See
section 3.4.10.
Figure 1-2. 298 Front Panel Functions
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1.3.1TYPICAL298 OPERATION
COPY (Data Transfers)
To tiansfer data fiom one device to another or from one
RAM location to another, use the COPY key. When you
press the COPY key, the programmer moves data from the
source {a device, the programmer RAM, or the serial port)
to the destination (a device, the programmer RAM, or the
serial port); for example, from the programmer data RAM
to a blank device in the socket. At the completion of this
operation, the device is programmed; that is, it contains a
copy of the data in the programmer RAM. The
"source/destination" concept is explained in section 3.5.
There are five basic types of copy operations. These
operations are summarized below and described in detail in
section 3.
• Load RAM with Master Device Data- transfers
programming data from a master device and to the
programmer RAM. When the data transfer is complete,
the 298 calculates and displays the sum-check (see
Glossary for definition) of the loaded data.
• Load RAM from Serial Port-translates data received at
the serial port and transfers it to the programmer RAM.
When completed, the programmer calculates and
displays the sum-check of the data. If a sum-check has
been sent with the data from the serial port, the
programmer will compare the two and signal an error if
they do not match.
• Program-puts the data in the programmer RAM into a
device. Programming is automatic, starting with an
illegal-bit test and a blank check to ensure that the
device can be programmed. Data is then programmed
into the device in the socket one byte at a time. This
continues until all data bytes have been programmed
into the device. After programming is completed, the
data in the device is automatically compared with the
RAM data to ensure correct programming.
• Output RAM to Serial Port-translates data from the
programmer RAM and transfers it to the serial port.
• Block move-rearranges blocks of data within RAM.
VERIFY (Data Verification)
The VERIFY key is used to make a byte-by-byte
comparison of data in two locations, one referred to as the
"source" and one as the "destination"; see section 3-5 for
details. There are two types of Verify operations.
• Verify Device-compares data twice from the device
(the destination) byte-by-byte with the data in RAM (the
source). On the first pass (first comparison), the 298
checks the parameters by lowering Vcc within the
manufacturer's specified lower level. On the second
pass, Vee is iaised to the upper level specification
range.
• Verify RAM from Serial Port- compares incoming data
from the serial port byte-by-byte with the data in RAM.
EDIT (Editing Data)
The EDIT key allows you to view and change data at
specified RAM addresses. Section 3 provides specific
details.
SELECT !Select Functions)
The SELECT key allows you to change certain operationai
parameter default values, perform RAM data manipulations,
and access certain less frequently used operations. These
operations are referred to in this manual as Select
Functions. Detailed Select Function information, including
operation, is located in section 3.8.
1.3.2 SAMPLE 298 PROGRAMMER OPERATION
WITH UNIPAK™
The 298 is a versatile tool for programming data into blank
devices. Figure 1-3 illustrates the process of programming
data from RAM into a blank device by using the
programmer's front panel keyboard. In this example, the
source of data is a master device; however, data can also
be input from the programmer keyboard or through the
serial port.
When using a master device as your source of data, you
need only a few steps to program this data into a blank
device. With the appropriate pak installed (section 2.2) and
the machine powered on (section 2.4), the steps you need
to perform this operation are provided beiow and
diagrammed in figure 1-3.
WARNING
Refer to the safety instructions of
section 2.4 before powering up the
298.
1. Press: COPY + DEVICE + RAM + START.
2. Enter the family and pinout codes for your device.
These codes are included in your Pak manual.
3. Insert the master device into the appropriate Pak socket.
4. Press START.
5. Remove master device from the socket.
6. Press: COPY + RAM + DEVICE + START. If the
device to be programmed has different family and
pinout codes from the master, enter the correct codes.
Otherwise, go to the next step.
7. Insert the blank device into the appropriate Pak socket.
8. Press START.
Step 8 will initiate an illegal-bit and blank check test (see
Glossary) of the device followed by the programming and
verify sequence. The programmer will signal you when the
device has been programmed.
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INSTALL
UNIPAK 2
!SECTION 21
TURN ON
PROGRAMMER
I SECTION 3 21
PRESS COPY
DEVICE
RAM
START
I SECTION 3 41
ENTER FAMILY
ANO PINOUT
CODES
!SECTION 3.4 11
INSERT MASTER
DEVICE IN
SOCKET
!SECTION 3.4 21
PRESS
START
REMOVE MASTER
DEVICE
!SECTION 3.4.31
PRESS COPY
RAM
DEVICE
START
!SECTION 3 41
INSERT
BLANK DEVICE
TO BE PROGRAMMED
!SECTION 3 4 21
PRESS
START
ITHIS Will START
PROGRAM
OPERATION I
REMOVE
PROGRAMMED
DEVICE
!SECTION 3 4 31
Figure 1-3. Sample 298 Programmer Operation
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ENTER
FAMILY AND
PINOUT CODE
!SECTION 3.4.11

After data have been loaded into RAM from the serial port
or the master device, the programmer calculates the sum-
check of the data (figure 1-4) and displays it (when in
terminal mode, it will be displayed on the terminal). The
sum-check, which is used to verify the integrity of data
transfers, is a summation of 8-bit bytes of fuse data
expressed as a 4-digit hexadecimal number (see figure 1-4).
84
10000100
C1 11000001
62
01100010
24
00100100
l01csl
I 0000 0001 1100 10111
HEX DATA
BINARY DATA
Sum-check in Sixteen-bit binary
hexadecimal notation sum-check
Figure 1-4. Sample Sum-Check Ca1cutation
If data were loaded through the serial port and a sum-
check was sent with it, the programmer will compare the
sum-check with its own calculation. If they agree, the
correct sum-check is displayed, If they do not agree, the
programmer will signal an error. Data from the seriai port
will also be checked for correct parity if the program parity
switch is on (see subsection 2.5.2).
The System 19, 100A, 29A, and 298 programmers have a
data-lock feature that allows you to limit the accessibility of
your RAM data. This is useful in production environments
to protect the integrity of your RAM data. Refer to section
3 for information on data lock.
For a program operation with the 298 programmer,
programming is automatic and starts with a series of tests:
backward device test, illegal-bit test, and blank check.
During the backward device test, the programmer
automatically checks the device's orientation in the
programmer module's socket(s) and displays an error if it is
inserted backwards. The 298 displays:
(TIEV
BR
ru1 'RDTIC-
L f\ ~\I f\ .!J .:J
32]
The illegal-bit test checks for previously programmed bits in
a nonblank device that cannot be programmed according
to the data in RAM. If illegal bits exist,
the 298 displays:
(T1 I 1-1-n1 iJT T
ll..LLCl..Jr-IL ..L!..L !
'"J If I
I I I
'- .)
During the blank check, the programmer searches the
device for programmed bits. If any are found (and the bits
are legal), the programmer will signal the operator and
the 298 displays:
(
~ 1n111 B1 R" 1u
I \I U I \I L I \I f \ 20)
Nonblank parts can be over-programmed by again pressing
E??:1
tf the device passes these lesls, data are transferred from
the programmer RAM to the Pak one byte (eight fuse
states) at a time. The Pak then applies the programming
pulses to the first fuse and tests its condition. If the
address fails to program, the 298 displays:
(PROGRRr1
.- 1--.i-=-- I
;--;--; l L
Otherwise, programming proceeds to the next address unti!
all have been programmed; with some P /T adapters,
programming algorithms vary and may display only a verify
error. Refer to the Pak manuals for manufacturer-specific
programming algorithms and waveform pictures.
1.3.3 REMOTE OPERATION
The 298 can also be operated in remote control. Computer
Remote Control (CRC) and System Remote Control (SRC)
are explained in section 3 (Operation). An optional Terminal
Remote Control (TRC), compatible with System 1903, is
documented in appendix B.
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1.4 SPECIFICATIONS
The 29B's specifications are listed below.
1.4.1 FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Functional specifications for the 29B are as follows:
• General Architecture: Microprocessor controlled (6808)
• Data RAM: 64K x 8
• Programming Support: GangPak™, LogicPak™,
UniPak 2™, MOSPak™ and programming modules
• Keyboard: 16-key hexadecimal and 9-key functional
• Display: 16-character alphanumeric
• Input/Output: Serial RS232C and 20 mA current loop
• Baud Rates: 50, 75, 110, 134.5, 150, 300, 600, 1200,
1800, 2000, 2400, 3600, 4800, 7200, 9600,
19,200
• Remote Control: Computer Remote Control (CRC),
System Remote Control (SRC),
Optional Terminal Remote Control (TRC)
• Translation Formats: See table 1-2.
• Handler Capability: Optional handler port is available for
binning and control signals.
Table 1-2. Available Translation Formats for the
298 Universal Programmer
ASCll-B10F
ASCll-BHLF
ASCll-BNPF
ASCII-Hex (Apostrophe)
ASCII-Hex (Comma)
ASCII-Hex (Percent)
ASCII-Hex SMS
ASCII-Hex (Space)
ASCII-Octal (Apostrophe)
ASCII-Octal (Percent)
ASCII-Octal SMS
ASCII-Octal (Space)
Binary
BNPF (5-Level)
DEC Binary
Fairchild Fairbug
Hewlett-Packard 64000 Absolute
Intel lntellec 8/MDS
Intel MCS-86 Hexadecimal
Object
MOS Technology
Motorola Exorciser
Motorola Exormax
RCA Cosmac
Signetics Absolute Object
Spectrum
Tektronix Hexadecimal
Texas Instruments SDSMAC
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1.4.2 POWER REQUIREMENTS
Power requirements for the 29B are as follows:
• Operating Voltages: 100, 120, 220 or 240 Vac + 5% or
-10%.
• Frequency Range: 50 ± 2 Hz or 60 ± 2 Hz for 100V
and 120V units, 50 ± Hz for 220V and 240V units.
• Power Consumption: 115WI 175 VA
• Fuse Protection: primary and secondary fuse protection
1.4.3 PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL
Physical and Environmental Requirements for the 29B are
as follows:
• Dimensions: 31.1 x 15.2 x 27.3 cm (15 x 6 x 10.8 in.)
• Weight: 6.4 kg (14.1 lb)
• Operating Temperature: + 5° to 45°C (41° to 113°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)
• Humidity: to 95% (noncondensing)
• Operational Altitude: to 10,000 ft.
1.5 FIELD APPLICATIONS SUPPORT
Data 1/0 has field applications engineers (FAEs) who can
provide you additional information about interfacing
Data I/ 0 products with other equipment and answer your
questions about problems you may have with your
equipment. The location of the FAE nearest you is given in
the back of this manual. Call your FAE if you have any
questions or problems.
1.6 WARRANTY
Data 1/0 equipment is warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship. The warranty period is one
year and begins when you receive the programmer. The
warranty card at the back of this manual explains the
length and conditions of the warranty. For warranty
service, contact your nearest Data 1/0 Service Center.
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1.7 SERVICE
Data 1/0 maintains Service Centers throughout the world,
each staffed with factory-trained technicians to provide
prompt, quaiity service. A iist of aii Service Centers is
located at the back of this manual. In addition to making
repairs, they clean and calibrate all serviced equipment.
If you must ship the 298 to the Data 1/0 factory or a
Service Center for servicing, do the following:
1. Contact the Service Center to let them know you will be
sending in equipment.
2. Attach a tag to the equipment, describing the work
required and identifying the owner and the purchase
order number for the servicing.
3. Wrap the instrument with heavy paper or plastic.
4. Place it in the original shipping container or some other
suitable heavy carton with foam packing material and
seal the container with strong tape.
5. Mark the container "DELICATE INSTRUMENT" and
"FRAGILE."
In correspondence, identify the unit by serial number,
model number and name.
For more information about servicing Data 1/0 products,
contact your nearest Data 1/0 Service Center or sales
representative.
1.8 ORDERING
To place an order for equipment, contact your Data 1/0
representative. Orders for shipment must include the
foiiowing:
• Description of the equipment (see latest Data 1/0 price
list or contact your sales representative for equipment
and part numbers).
• Purchase order number
• Desired method of shipment
• Quantity of each item ordered
• Shipping and billing address of firm, including zip code
• Name of person ordering equipment
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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
2. 1 INTRODUCTION
This section describes how to set up your programmer for
operation. For best results in getting your programmer
ready for use, we suggest that you foiiow the procedures
described in the following subsections.
• Pak Installation (section 2.2)
• Power Connection (section 2.4)
• Power and Fuse Requirements (sections 2.4.1 through
2.4.4)
• Serial 1/0 Interface (section 2.5)
Your 298 was thoroughly calibrated, tested, and inspected
before shipment. The unit was carefully packaged to
prevent damage and should arrive free of any defects and·
in perfect operating condition. Carefully inspect it for any
damage that may have occurred during transit. If you note
any damage, file a claim with the carrier and notify
Data 1/0.
Check to make sure that you have received the following
·required equipment:
Item
Part Number Quantity
• 298 Universal Programmer 990-0013
• Power Cord
-Europe 416-0010
-USAi Canada/ japan
41a-1sn
• Serial Port Mating Connector 401-3064
• Serial Port Connector Hood 401-3069
• Operator's Guide 12-990-0013
Check the operation of the unit after you have completed
the installation instructions in this section.
2.2 PAK INSTALLATION
Any of the Data 1/0 programming Paks may be instaiied
and removed with the programmer's power on; this feature
allovvs you to retain data in the 298 RAM when changing
programming Paks. If the programmer power is turned on
before a Pak ls instai!ed, you will hear a "beep" until the
Pak is properly installed.
CAUT_ION
Voltage transients can cause device
damage. Be sure that all sockets are
empty when switching power on or
off or installing or removing the Pak.
To install a Pak into the 298, refer to figure 2-1 and follow
this installation procedure.
1. Slide the Pak into the opening in the programmer.
2. Tiit the Pak up, and gently push it back to hook its
flange over the top back edge of the programmer
opening (figure 2-1 a).
3. Lower the Pak into position as shown in figure 2-1b.
CAUTION
Be careful when inserting the Pak. If
the connector at the bottom of the
Pak (see figure 2-1b) has bent contact
pin(s). forcing the Pak could break
the pin(s) or damage the connector.
4. Press down gently on the front edge of the Pak to
ensure a good connection (figure 2-1c).
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2-1 a) Tip the programming pak up and back to
lock flanges.
2-1 b) Lower the programming pak into position.
2-1 c) Push down to lock programming pak into
place.
NOTE: Although the GangPak™ is shown
here, the insertion procedure is the
same for allprogramming paks.
Figure 2-1. Installing/Removing a Programming Pak
2.3 PAK REMOVAL
To remove the Pak from the 298:
1. Check to make sure the programmer is not in the
middle of an operation. If it is, wait until the operation
is complete. The operation is complete when the action
symbol on the display disappears.
2. Check to make sure a device is not in a socket. If one is
in a socket, remove it as described in subsection 3.4.3.
3. Tilt the front portion of the Pak up and gently remove it
from the programmer.
2.4 POWER CONNECTION
Before applying power to your programmer, make sure that
the operating voltage is correct (section 2.4.1), that the line
fuse is intact (section 2.4.2), and that the unit is properly
grounded (section 2.4.4). Finally, connect your power cord
and apply power to the programmer (section 2.4.5).
2.4.1 VERIFYING/CHANGING THE OPERATING
VOLTAGE
The factory has selected the proper voltage according to
your specification. A voltage reading is visible through a
window in the door that covers the voltage wheel selector,
located on the back panel, as shown in figure 2-2. This
voltage should be the same as the line voltage on which
the machine will operate. If the voltage that appears in the
window is incorrect, change the operating voltage
according to the following procedure.
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CAUTION
This instrument may be damaged if
operated with the wrong line voltage.
DOOR COVERING
VOLTAGE WHEEL SELECTOR
PROGRAMMER
BACK PANEL
WINDOW
Figure 2-2. Back Panel

The procedures to verify and or change the operating
voltage are described here and illustrated in figure 2-3.
1. Gently pry open the door that covers the voltage wheel
selector with a flat-blade screwdriver (figure 2-3a).
2. Pu!! the voitage whee! selector out of its s!ot
(figure 2-3b).
3. Rotate the selector until the correct operating voltage
points toward you (figure 2-3c).
Rotate selector until the
correct operating voltage
reading points toward you.
4. Insert the selector back into its slot.
NOTE
If you wish to access the line fuse at this
point, proceed to step 2 in section 2.4.2.
5. Snap the door closed.
6. The correct voltage reading will now appear in the
window (figure 2-3d).
VOLTAGE WHEEL
SELECTOR
2-3b) Pull out selector.
VOLTAGE READING
2-3d) Voltage reading through
window should be the
same as the line voltage.
Figure 2-3. Voltage Wheel Selector
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