Quasar 3140 User manual

QUASAR CODES 3140 - DTMF Telephone Relay Switcher
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This device connects to the telephone line and can be
used to remotely control up to 4 relay outputs using a
DTMF (tone dialing) telephone. A number of user
settings are available to improve the useability and
security of the device. The unit comes complete with
a small plastic case withsilk-screened front and rear
panels. NB This unit is not PABX compatible!
The unit is controlled by an Atmel 89C2051
microcontroller. Source code is not available.
** WARNING! The maximum connection voltage is
48Vac unless the screw terminal block connectors are
insulated to prevent exposure to hazardous voltages.
FEATURES
Ouputs Relaysx 4
Output rating 5 Amps @ 240Vac** / 24Vdc max.
Operating voltage 12-15Vdc centre positive (regulated)
Operating current 30mA with no relays operated
120mA with all relays operated
Connections 1. 2.5mm DC power jack
2. RJ-11 for telephone line
3. 4 x 3-way pluggable screw
terminals for relay contacts
Case size 13cm (W) x 10cm (D) x 3cm (H)
(6.1” x 4” x 1.3”)
User Settings
(see text)
1. Password
2. Tamper
3. Rings to answer
4. Auto hangup time
5. Lockout
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
We will not review the operation of how telephone
lines work or the detailed operation of the various ICs
used. See the ‘References’ section for Web links where
you can get this information.
The brains of the switcher is the Atmel AT89C2051
microcontroller, IC4. Incoming ring is detected via C4,
R7 and the opto-coupler IC2 and connected to pin 6 of
the microcontroller. This pin also has the ‘Password
Reset’ switch connected to it (more on this later).
The incoming call is answered by connecting the
circuit based around Q1 and Q2 (an electronic holding
coil) to the line via IC1, a bi-directional opto-isolator.
This circuit has a low DC resistance but a high AC
impedance which is required by telephone circuits
when the line is looped. The RC network consisting of
R4, R5 and C3 is used to provide impedance matching
to the telephone line. The metal oxide varistor
protects the switcher from telephone line transients.
The configuration and valuesused here are optimised
for use with most phone systems thoughout the world
without any need for customisation. They can be
changed by the end-user to meet specific needs if desired
e.g. to meet local approval standards.
DTMF detection and decoding is provided by IC3.
This chip, an 8870, is a complete DTMF receiver
which is able to detect and decode all 16 DTMF tone
pairs into a 4-bit code. When a valid DTMF digit is
detected the 4-bit code is placed on pins 11-14 and a
‘data avaliable’ output, pin 15, is set to a logic high.
The output relays, RL1-4, are controlled via the relay
driver IC6. One output from the relay driver (pin 14) is
used to output a 800Hz software generated tone into the
telephone line via the impedance matching network. This
tone is used to signal the user when commands have
been completed or of any command errors.
User settings are stored in IC5, a 24C01 EEPROM. The
microcontroller ‘talks’ to this device using a 2-wire I2C
bus via pins 18 and 19.
IC7 provides two functions – a regulated 5V power
supply output and detecting when the phone line is
‘looped’ (in use). Thischip isa MaximMAX666 low
power programmable voltage regulator with on-chip
low-battery detection, mainly intended for use in battery
powered equipment. The regulator output voltage is set
via the ‘VSET’ input (pin 6). By tying this pin to ground
the output is fixed at 5 volts. We have used the low-
battery input to monitor the state of the phone line.
An idle (not in use) phone line normally has about
50VDC across its pair of wires. This voltage drops to
less than 20V when the line is in use. The MAX666 Low
Battery Input (LBI, pin 3) is one side of a simple voltage
comparator which compares this input to an internal
1.30V reference voltage. When the voltage at the LBI
input falls below the reference voltage then the Low
Battery Output (LBO, pin 7) willgo LOW.
The phone line is connected to the comparator input via
the diode bridge B2 and resistors R15 and R16. The
diode bridge makes sure that the voltage polarity
connected to LBI is the same regardless of which way
around the phone wires are connected. The resistors form
a voltage divider which is used to set the ‘low battery’
threshold at LBI. For thevaluesused the LBO output
will go LOW whenthe phone line voltage drops below 25
volts, indicating that the line is in use (looped).
PCB ASSEMBLY (AS3140 users can skip to page 2)
First check the components supplied in the kit against the
component listing. Identifyall the components. It is
generally best to solder the lowest height components
first: the resistors, diodes & IC sockets. Leave the
connectors and relays until last.
Note that two components, resistor R14 and capacitor
C11, are mounted inside the IC sockets for IC3 and IC4
respectively. This is no problem – just fit these
components before the IC sockets.
Make sure to get the diodes and electrolytic capacitors
the correct way around. Match up the bar on the diodes
with the bar on the overlay. The negative lead of
electrolytic capacitors is marked by a ‘stripe’ whereas
the PCB overlay indicates the hole for the positive lead.

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When fitting the MJE340 transistor, Q1, check the
PCB overlay first. The thick ‘line’ on the PCB
indicates the back of the transistor which may have a
metal surface. If not then use the markings on the
transistor – they indicate the front of the transistor.
Make sure the power jack is facing straight out, not
skew. We have made the front panel hole 0.320” which
will tolerate some shewness.
When mounting the connectors make sure they are
sitting right down on the PCB before soldering.
Do not insert any ICs yet!
We are now going to fit the assembled PCB into the
plastic case. Before that check all your work carefully.
Look for unsoldered joints and any solder bridges or
splashes that may be shorting out adjacent pins.
Now comes assembly of the front panel. Start by
inserting the LED clip into the hole, pushing it in from
the front. Now insert the LED into the clip from the
rear. The LED should “click” into place.
Turn the LED in the clip so that the long lead is to the
right (as viewed from the front). This is very
important so make sure it is right. Now bend the
leads down at right angles, about 3mm from the LED
body, as shown below. Use a pair of long nose pliers to
hold the leads while bending. Cut the leads off to a
length of about 9mm from the bend.
Fit the front and rear panels to the PCB. Be sure that
the LED leads are inserted into their matching holes on
the PCB. While holding the panels in place slowly
position the PCB into the base of the plastic case,
making sure that the front and rear panels slide into the
slots provided. Secure the PCB to the case using the
self-tapping screws then solder the LED leads from
the top of the PCB.
Do not fit the plastic case lid just yet. Proceed to the
next section ‘PRE-TESTING’. Now fit the plastic case
lid and secure it in place.
For 2 photos of the completed kit see
http://www.quasarelectronics.com/jpg/3140_1.jpg
http://www.quasarelectronics..com/jpg/3140_2.jpg
PRE-TESTING
Insert IC7 (MAX666) and connect a 12-15Vdc power
supply to the DC input jack. Use a multimeter to check
the 5V supply. Easiest place to measure this is across
pins 20 (+) and 10 (-) of the IC4 socket. If all is well
then remove power and insert the rest of the ICs into
their sockets. Check that the IC legs are actually inserted
into the socket and not accidently bent up underneath
the IC body (quite a common fault).
USING THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME
Before you can use the unit for the first time the various
user settings must be set to their ‘default’ values. To do
this, press AND hold the 'Password Reset' button
whilepowering up the kit. Hold the button down for
a further 2 seconds before releasing it. This procedure
is also used you user forget the password.
The default value for each setting is:
Password ................. 0000
Tamper .................... 3
Rings to answer ....... 3
Auto hangup ............ 30 seconds
Lockout ................... Disabled
Each of these settings can be changed by the user to suit.
CONNJECTION AND OPERATION
Protect unit from power surge & lightening strike damage.
Connect the unit to the phone line using a suitable cable (and
filter if the line has broadband). Only the two inner pins of the
RJ-11 plug are used. Some cables do not – check before using!
Connect a 12-15Vdc centre positive REGULATED power supply.
On first use please follow the procedure described previouslyto
set the user settingsto their default values. The unit is nowready
for incomingcalls.
Dial the phone number to which the kit is connected.
After 3 rings it will answer with 4 short beeps. Type in
the password (0000) followed by the '#' key. If the
password is correct the kit will respond with 4 short
beeps. It is now waiting for a command.
COMMANDS
A command is a string of characters starting with *
or # and ending with a #.
Entering a * at any timeafter the first character aborts
and starts again.
1. *<1-4># - operate one of the four relays 1,2 3 or 4.
2. #<1-4># - release one of the four relays 1,2,3 or 4.
3. *5# - set password
4. *6# - set tamper setting
5. *7# - set number of rings to answer
6. *8# - set auto hangup time
7. *9# - set lockout time
8. *0# - forced disconnect
9. #0# - release ALL relays

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Commands 3-7 require additional data. After the
command is entered the unit will issue a single, short
beep as a prompt for the data. Enter the required data
followed by # to finish. A description of the data to be
entered is given in the section “USER SETTINGS”.
WHAT DO THE BEEPS MEAN?
The beeps are used to acknowledge commands, prompt
for more data or indicate errors.
• 4 short beeps - valid command entered.
• 2 short beeps - command aborted by user
• 1 short beep - more data required
• 1 long beep - command error
• 3 long beeps - disconnecting (hanging up)
A "forced disconnect" command will cause 3 long
beeps to be sent back to the user before the switcher
hangs up.
USER SETTINGS
These are stored in non-volatile memory (EEPROM)
and are not affected by loss of power.
None of these settings are defined initially - they have
to be 'set' to their default values before you can use the
kit (see “USING THE KIT FOR THE FIRST TIME”).
Password (4 - 8 digits)
From 4 to 8 digits long using any number from 0 to 9.
Tamper setting (0 - 9)
The number of attempts allowed at entering a valid
password. A value of 0 disables this feature
(unlimited).
If the tamper setting is exceeded then the unit will
automatically disconnect and go into ‘lockout’ if
enabled (see Lockout time).
Number of rings to answer (0 - 9)
Number of incoming rings required before the unit will
automatically answer the call. A value of 0 disables
this feature (does not automatically answer).
Valid ring is defined as having an "off" time of more
than 1 second between each burst of ring. So the
American single ring, and the European double ring
are both seen as a single ring.
If the caller hangs up BEFORE the number of rings to
answer have been received then the unit will wait 10
seconds before 'resetting' itself to wait for the next call.
When this feature is disabled the unit expects the the call
to be answered 'externally', eg. by an answering machine.
Everything else works as normal, including entering a
valid password. The only difference is that it does not
automatically answer the incoming call.
Auto hangup time (00 - 99 seconds)
This is the length of time that the unit will wait for a
VALID command. If this time is exceeded then the unit
will automatically disconnect itself (hang up) from the
call. A valid command includes entering a correct
password at the start. A value of 0 disables this feature
(no auto hangup).
Note: Do not set this value too short – the user will need
time to enter their commands!
Lockout time (00 - 99 minutes)
This only comes into effect when the tamper setting has
been exceeded on the PREVIOUS call.
This is the length of time that the unit will wait AFTER
disconnecting (hanging up) before it will answer the next
call. A value of 00 disables this feature (no lockout).
For example, suppose the tamper setting is 3 and the
lockout time is set to 10. The unit receives a call and
answers it. If a valid password is NOT entered in 3
attempts the unit will disconnect (hangup) and then wait
for 10 minutes before it will answer any further calls. In
other words, further calls a 'locked out' for 10 minutes.
This security feature helps prevent multiple attempts at
'hacking' into the unit by introducing a delay time
between calls being answered.
WHAT IF I FORGET MY PASSWORD?
In this case you will need to follow the procedure in
“USING THE KIT FOR THE FIRST TIME”. This will
reset the password to 0000. However it will also reset all
the user settings to their default values. You will have to
re-enter them as required.
IT DOESN’T WORK – WHAT DO I DO?
1. Check that all components are in their correct place
and the correct way around. Check for unsoldered
joints and solder bridges or splashes.
2. Is the 5V supply OK?
3. Any IC legs bent up under the IC body?
4. Is the phone line cable using the two inner pins on
the RJ-11 plug? Is a broadband filter needed?

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5.Ifyouarefindingtheunit isbehavingerraticallythen youmightwishto check that yourphoneline has
been wired with thecorrect polarity.Thedetails forthetypical BThomephone systemare shownbelow.
Master Socket Schematic
Master Socket Wiring
Although pin 4 has no function in a domestic installation it is usually connected for
the sake of neatness. The quality of wiring carried out by many older BT wiremen is
often approaching art in its perfection.
The BT Drop Cable (The cable coming from the outside world)
This often has Orange, White, Green and Black wires. Usually (but not always)
Orange and White are the active pair and go to connections 2 and 5. In some master
boxes (such as the type with a removable front section) they go to two connectors
marked A and B. Which way around they are connected usually doesn't matter but
3140, some modems (especially older USA sourced ones) and some answering
machines are fussy about polarity, so it's wise if possible to check the voltage on the
line and connect -48V to the B leg (J2) and 0V to the A leg (J5).
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REFERENCES
Understanding Telephone Electronics, by J. Fike &
G. Friend, published by Sams(ISBN 0-672-27018-8)
The newsgroup sci.electronics.basics frequently
discusses telephone related questions.
Visit http://www.atmel.comfor a datasheet on the
89C2051 microcontroller and 24C01 EEPROM.
MAX666 datasheet from Maxim
http://pdfserv.maxim-ic.com/arpdf/MAX663-
MAX666.pdf
LCA110 datasheet from CPClare
http://www.clare.com/home/pdfs.nsf/www/
Lca110.pdf/$file/Lca110.pdf
PARTS LIST
Resistors (0.25W carbon film unless specified)
56R 1W green blue black..R3.................................1
100R brown black brown ..R4................................. 1
820R gray red brown.........R5 ................................. 1
1K brown black red ...........R18,22 ..........................2
2K2 red red red..................R6.................................1
8K2 gray red red.................R21 ...............................1
10K brown black orange ...R8,17,19,20 ..................4
22K red red orange............R7 .................................1
47K yellow violet orange ..R1,2..............................2
56K green blue orange.......R11 ...............................1
68K blue grey orange ........R12 ...............................1
180K brown gray yellow...R16 ............................... 1
220K red red yellow ..........R9,10,13 ....................... 3
270K red violetyellow ......R14 ............................... 1
3M3 orange orange green..R15 ...............................1
Capacitors
27pF ceramic......................C12,13 .......................... 2
10nF 103 63V box poly......C5,6 .............................. 2
100nF 104 monobloc..........C7,8,11 ......................... 3
120nF box poly...................C3 ................................. 1
1uF 105 63V/100V poly.....C15 ............................... 1
330nF 250V poly................C4 ................................. 1
1uF 63V electrolytic...........C1 ................................. 1
4.7uF 63V electrolytic........C2 ................................. 1
10uF 25V electrolytic.........C10,14 .......................... 2
100uF 25V electrolytic.......C9................................. 1
Semiconductors
1N4004 diode .....................D1,2,3 ........................... 3
1N4148 ...............................D4................................. 1
WO2...................................B1,2,3 ...........................3
Diode bridge
MJE340 NPN transistor......Q1 .................................1
MPSA42 NPNtransistor ....Q2................................. 1
CM8870 datasheet from California Micro Devices
www.calmicro.com/products/data/pdf/cm8870.pdf
DTMFDecoder, in Silicon Chip, 5/91, p30.
DTMFDecoder, in Electronics Now,11/93, p53.
Build a DTMFDecoder/Logger, in PopularElectronics,
9/95, p37.
For information about all Quasar Kits see our web page at
http://www.quasarelectronics.com
Send us email - mailto: [email protected]
For technical support queries please contact our Support
Team by email:
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Semiconductors (cont.)
LCA110 opto-isolator........IC1 ................................ 1
4N25 optocoupler ...............IC2 ................................ 1
CM8870 ..............................IC3 ................................ 1
DTMFreceiver
AT89C2051-24PC ..............IC4 ................................ 1
ATMEL microcontroller
24C01A...............................IC5 ................................ 1
128x8 serial EEPROM
ULN2003A .........................IC6 ................................ 1
MAX666.............................IC7 ................................ 1
LED,5mmGreen................L1..................................1
Miscellaneous
Crystal,3.5795MHz............Y1 ................................. 1
Crystal,12.000MHz............Y2 ................................. 1
Metal Oxide Varistor ..........MOV.............................1
Socket, RJ-11......................X1 ................................. 1
Pluggable header.................X2 ................................. 1
12 way,Dinkle 2EHDRC-12P
DC jack, 2.5mm, PCBmtg.X3 ................................. 1
Pluggable socket .................for X2............................ 4
3 way,Dinkle 2ESDV-03P
Relay, SPDT .......................RL1,2,3,4 ...................... 4
Goodsky RWH-SH-112D
TACT pushbutton switch....S1.................................. 1
LED clip, 5mmblack..........for L1 ............................ 1
ICsocket, 20 pin.................forIC4...........................1
ICsocket, 18 pin.................forIC3...........................1
ICsocket, 16 pin.................forIC6...........................1
IC socket,8 pin...................for IC5,7........................ 2
IC socket,6 pin...................for IC1,2........................ 2
Self tapping screws for fixing PCBtocase............... 4
Plastic case, 130(W)x 100(D) x 30(H)mm............... 1
PCB, 3140................................................................. 1
Set of front & rear panels........................................... 1

GENERAL RELAY INFORMATION
We accept no responsibility for injury, loss, or damage of any kind caused by or resulting from improper product assembly, testing, commissioning or use.
Warning! Risk of Electric Shock!
This information concerns kits and modules with relay outputs. TO USE THE RELAY OUTPUTS
SAFELY YOU MUST OBSERVE THE MAXIMUM VOLTAGE AND CURRENT LIMITS QUOTED
IN THE PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION (this is because the board design may not be rated to
switch the maximum voltage and current limits printed on the relay itself or specified in the relay
manufacturer’s data sheet).
Controlling mains equipment with relay outputs must be treated with extreme caution. Electric
shocks can cause severe and permanent injury or even death. Construction, installation, testing and commissioning
should only be attempted by suitably qualified persons, or under the supervision of a suitably qualified person. These
products are not suitable for children. Before connecting mains powered equipment to the relay outputs please check
with the relevant authorities in order to ensure compliance with all current safety regulations.
Many areas of the assembly may operate at mains voltage. A suitable isolating enclosure must be used. Exposed screw
terminal blocks on some products must be insulated to prevent contact with exposed metallic parts at mains potential.
Connected equipment should be suitably fused.
You will find relay outputs on many of the kits and modules that we sell. A relay is an electrically
operated on/off switch. The voltage and current limits specified in the product documentation
generally relate to resistive or light inductive loads.
Relay Terminals
Most boards have SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) style relays. These have three outputs:
C= Common
NO = Normally-Open contacts connect the circuit when the relay is activated; the
circuit is disconnected when the relay is inactive. It is also called a Form A
contact or "make" contact.
NC = Normally-Closed contacts disconnect the circuit when the relay is activated;
the circuit is connected when the relay is inactive. It is also called a Form B
contact or "break" contact.
Connecting the Device you want to Control
You must provide an external power source to the device you want to control. No voltage is present at
the relay terminals (remember it is just a switch). The relay is normally connected in series with the
positive (+) power wire of the device you want to control.
In this case, the positive wire from the power source should be connected to Common. Then either
the NO or NC terminal (as appropriate for your purpose) is connected to the positive (+) wire going to
the device you want to control. The negative (-) wire does not connect to the relay at all. It goes
directly from the power source negative output to the device negative (-) terminal.
Typical SPDT Relay Connection Diagrams
Anti-Spark SPDT Relay Connection Diagram
Sometimes the connected equipment can cause arcing across the relay contacts. This must be
corrected by installing a resistor and capacitor (not supplied) between the two contacts of the relay as
shown below. Component values are for 230Vac mains.

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