Data I/O OPTIMA User manual

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Sprint OPTIMA and
OPTIMA light
Getting Started Guide
The OPTIMAand OPTIMA light
aredesktopICProgrammersthatcan
accommodate various devices.
The serial number of the base is
located on the bottom of the unit.
TheserialnumberofaTOPislocated
insideitsbottomedge(theTOPmust
be removed to see it).
• Parts included with the OPTIMA
• Assembly Instructions
• Installing a Device
• Sales and Technical Support
• System Requirements
• Operating Requirements
• Technical Specifications
on your Sprint family programmer or
using the software, refer to documen-
tation on the “TaskLink for Win-
dows” CD.
Congratulations on purchasing
your new Sprint OPTIMA or
OPTIMA light
This guide describes: For more information...

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OPTIMA Power Supply
OPTIMA Booster
Parallel Cable
Calibration Tool
TaskLink CD
figure 1: Rear View
In this package you will find:
• TaskLink CD-ROM (software and User Manual)
• OPTIMA base
• TOP48DIP
• 25 pin, 1:1 parallel cable, 32” long
• OPTIMA Booster
• Power Cord
• OPTIMA Power supply
• Calibration tool
Additional TOPs and Production Adapters are boxed separately.
Assembly Instructions
WARNING: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) may damage inte-
grated circuits. Do not touch circuit boards on the
unit without a suitable grounding strap (not
included).Agrounding strap should also be worn at
all times while programming devices.
Beforebeginning,ensure thatthepower isturnedoffatboth theprogrammer
and your computer.
1. Connect one end of the parallel cable to the port on the back of the pro-
grammer. Connect the other end to the parallel port of your computer. Any
empty parallel port on your computer may be used.
2. Installthepowersupplybyinserting the smallDINjackofthepowersupply
into the power socket on the back of the programmer. This jack is keyed
and cannot be inserted incorrectly.
3. Connect the power cord between the power supply box and a 100–250
Volt, 50–60 Hz AC outlet.
WARNING: AdevicemaybedamagedifitisinaTOPsocketdur-
ing power up. Remove all devices before turning on
the power switch.
YouarenowreadytoinstalltheTaskLinkforWindowssoftwareandbeginpro-
gramming devices. Refer to the TaskLink
for Windows CD. To install the soft-
ware see the jewel case front tray liner.
Note: Some parallel ports have hardware characteristics that may cause
problems communicating with the programmer. If you see the message
“Found slow printer port” during installation, install the OPTIMA Booster sup-
plied with your programmer. Follow the instructions “Installing the OPTIMA
Booster for a Slow Printer Port” found on the TaskLink for Windows CD.
Power Switch

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Replacing a TOP
Note: OPTIMA programmers ship with theTOP already installed. However,
you may wish to replace the TOP if you ordered an optional one.
Caution: Ensure that the programmer power isoff, and that the
programmingapplication isset to TOPReplacement(if
available) or closed down.
1. Begin by unscrewing the two recessed screws on the bottom of the base.
See figure 3.
2. Pull the top edge of theTOP up and toward you. Lift it off.
3. TurnthenewTOPoverandexaminethepinstoverifythattheyarestraight.
4. HoldingtheTOPata45°angletothebase,hooktheplastictabontheTOP
into the receiving notch in the base.
5. LowertheTOPuntilitrestsonthebase,rockitgentlytoensureitisinplace
and press down gently.
WARNING: Damage may occur to the connector pins if they are
notproperlylinedupwith the pin connector strip on
the base. Do not press theTOP if you meet resis-
tance. Remove the TOP and try again.
6. Turn the unit upside-down and screw the two recessed screws into the
TOP.
Note: When you replace a TOP, your programming software will need to be
restarted for it to recognize the new TOP.
Installing a Device into a 48 DIP Socket
Withthesocketunlocked(leverinupposition),insertthedevicewiththenotch
away from you. The socket is bottom justified. Lock the socket. See figure 5.
figure 3: Bottom View
Screws to secure TOP
figure 2: Installing a TOP
figure 5: Installing a Device
figure 4: Rear View
Parallel portDIN connector
Notch in device

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Sales and Technical Support
Contact your local Data I/O representative or see the contacts below.To find your
local representative on our Web site go to http://www.dataio.com/RepSearch.asp
Worldwide
except Canada and Europe
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Shipping address:
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Redmond, WA USA 98073
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Canada
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Telephone: [phone]
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Europe
Data I/O GmbH
Lochhamer Schlag 5
82166 Gräfelfing, Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
When calling or writing, please provide the following information:
• Serial number
• Interface—”TaskLink for Windows” or “Sprint Windows”
• Software Version
• Detailed description of the problem you are experiencing
• Error messages (if any)
• Device manufacturer, part number, package style and number of pins
(if device-related)
• Name, address and telephone number
On the World Wide Web, contact us at http://www.dataio.com
or at our Germany Web site at http://www.dataio.de
System Requirements
• Microsoft Windows 95,
Windows 98 or Windows NT
• 75MB free hard disk space
• CD-ROM drive
• Bus or serial mouse
• Parallel port
Operating Requirements
• Operating voltage:
100-240 V~±10%
• Frequency range: 50-60 Hz
• Power consumption:
13 Watts
Technical Specifications
• 48-pin DIP socket (300/
600mil lead spacing)
• Universal analog and digital
pin drivers