Dataman 848 User Manual

DATAMAN 848 MANUAL

Dataman-848 Manual Preface

User Manual

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Copyright Notice

This document is the copyright of Dataman Programmers
Ltd. All rights are reserved. Dataman Programmers Ltd
reserves the right to make changes to the products
described in this manual at any time without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied,
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without the prior written permission of Dataman
Programmers Ltd. Information provided in this manual is
intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Dataman
Programmers Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use,
nor for any infringements upon the rights of third parties
which may result from its use.

Acknowledgements

IBM, PC AT and VGA are trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation.
MS-DOS and MS-Windows are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.

Issue No. 1

Printed in UK, April 2000

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DATAMAN 848 MANUAL

How to use this manual

Thank you for purchasing the DATAMAN-848 Turbo
Gang Programmer. We designed this manual to help you

quickly and easily set up and use your DATAMAN-848.
You can use the manual in two ways:

Step by step:

The manual should be used in conjunction with the On-line
help contained in the DATAMAN-848 software. Once
you've installed the DATAMAN-848 and the software, you
shouldn't need this manual again. You can just press 'F1'
in the program and context sensitive help will guide you
through the processes.

Quick Start:

Our special Quick Start section gives experienced users
the information they need to set-up the DATAMAN-848
and software, and basic guidelines on using the
DATAMAN-848. If you need more information, you can
refer to the rest of the manual. If you have any problems,
you can work through the manual step by step for easy
troubleshooting.

If you have any questions, feel free to call your local
distributor or sales representative.

Software update:

Please visit our web site at www.dataman.com for the
latest Dataman-848 software.

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Packing list

Before you begin installing your DATAMAN-848, please
make sure that the following materials have been shipped:

• 1* DATAMAN-848 turbo gang programmer

• 1* Parallel cable

• 2* 3.5" Floppy disk containing the DOS software

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Contents

Chapter 1 Quick Start.............................................. 7

Quick Start..............................................................7

Chapter 2 General Information .............................10

Introduction...........................................................11

Features................................................................11

Using the DATAMAN-848 Software.....................15

Chapter 3 Installation ...........................................17

Minimum PC System Requirements ....................18

Installing the DATAMAN-848 ...............................18

Installing the DATAMAN-848 Software................18

Upgrading the DATAMAN-848 Software..............18

Notes for Three Different OS Set-ups..................19

Chapter 4 Command Hierarchy.............................20

DATAMAN-848 Command Hierarchy...................21

Chapter 5 Operation .............................................23

LED Display on Each Socket .............................24

LED colour key......................................................24

File Commands ...................................................25

Save Buffer...........................................................25

Load File................................................................26

Change Directory..................................................28

Exit to DOS...........................................................29

Project Commands.............................................29

Save Project .........................................................29

Load Project .........................................................29

Device Commands..............................................30

Change Device .................................................30

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Mass-production Mode .........................................31

Editing the Buffer .................................................33

Blank checking a device ......................................34

Reading a device .................................................34

Programming a device.........................................35

Verifying a device .................................................35

Memory Protect....................................................35

Erasing a device...................................................36

Configuration........................................................37

Options................................................................38

Modify Algorithm Parameters..............................39

Device operation options......................................39

Module options.....................................................44

Statistic Commands...........................................45

Statistic Option.....................................................46

Reset counter ......................................................47

Chapter 6 Using Adapters .....................................48

Adapter requirements...........................................49

Chapter 7 Error Messages.....................................50

Error Messages....................................................51

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Quick Start

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1) Select the chip type to be programmed.
Use the Hot keys “ALT-C”, then type the complete part

number of the chips to be programmed; or use the
mouse to select the correct part number.

2) Load the design file into the buffer.
Use the Hot keys “ALT-L”, and then specify the file

name file, directory details and click on OK.

3) Alternatively, you can read a master chip into the buffer
instead of a design file.

The default master socket is socket 0. By putting a chip
into socket 0 and performing the Read operation (Hot
keys ALT-R), you can transfer the chip’s contents into
the buffer.

You can also select any other socket as the master
socket. Go to the main menu, select the module options
(Hot key F5), and then select the master socket. Insert
a master chip into the master socket, and carry out a
Read function.

4) Insert 8 chips of the same type into the 8 ZIF sockets,
set the device operation option (Hot key F4), and then
carry out Program function (Hot keys ALT-P). This will

now program the 8 chips simultaneously.

5) To increase throughput, a user can change the mode to
Mass production mode (Hot Keys Alt-M). After entering
this mode, the DATAMAN-848 will program chips
automatically after they are properly inserted into the
sockets. DATAMAN-848 has both a standard mass
production mode and a concurrent mass production
mode. Standard mode allows the DATAMAN-848 to
program 8 devices at the same time. Concurrent mode
divides the 8 sockets into two groups, group 1
comprised of sockets 0-3 and group 2 comprised of
sockets 4-7. The chips of group 1 will be programmed

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when the chips are being inserted or unloaded from
group2. After the programming of chips in group1 are
finished, the DATAMAN-848 will automatically program
the chips of group2.

A user can enable the insertion timer and adjust the
timer. Enabling the timer will allow DATAMAN-848 to
automatically shutdown a socket with poor contact upon
timeout of a user-set timer period. DATAMAN-848 then
automatically programs the chips in the remaining good
sockets. The insertion timer default setting is 5
seconds. When the insertion timer is disabled, the user
will have to either correct the insertion error or press the
ignore key to continue programming after a socket with
poor contacts is discovered.

6) DATAMAN-848 also automatically keeps a running total
of all chips that have been programmed and all chips
that have failed to program. A user can input a target
quantity of chips to be programmed and an allowable
number of programming failures. An alarm message
option provides a message to the screen alerting the
user to either the target quantity of chips being reached,
or the allowable number of failures have been reached.

7) For a detailed explanation of the device operation
options, please refer to Chapters 3 and 4.

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General Information

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Introduction

The DATAMAN-848 is a PC-based gang programmer that
works through your PC's parallel port. It features eight fully
isolated 48-pin ZIF sockets, extremely high throughput,
standard 5 V and 3 V chip support, production piece
counts, and device insertion and continuity checks, all
within a PC-based design. Device updates are available
through new software releases, giving our customers
quicker and more flexible access to new chip support.
DATAMAN-848 future software updates in EPROM,
EEPROM, and FLASH technology will include 87C5x,
89C5x, and PIC16Cxx microprocessor support. The
DATAMAN-848 was designed with flexibility in mind. If a
customer has special chips that are not in our standard
support list, we can provide special programs that will allow
the DATAMAN-848 to perform as a customized special
production gang programmer.

Features
Universal adapter for Flash chips

The DATAMAN-848 is designed to meet your future needs
in high density Flash chips. Using the resources of your
PC, it supports 32 K bit up to 256-M bit memory chips
without upgrading its hardware. The DATAMAN-848 also
has a universal adaptor that accommodates 48 pin TSOP,
44 pin PSOP, 40 pin TSOP and 32 pin TSOP Flash chips,
which eliminates the need to buy multiple adapters and
saves you money.

Unbeatable speed through semi-concurrent
programming technology

The DATAMAN-848's on-board intelligence reduces
system overhead to a minimum. It can program eight
Flash chips of 8 Mb capacity (such as Intel 28F800B3, for
example) within 45 seconds. An experienced programmer

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can program thousands of high-density chips per day.
Furthermore, the DATAMAN-848 supports two
programming modes. In standard programming mode, the
DATAMAN-848 automatically programs all eight chips after
all eight pieces have been inserted into the sockets. In
semi-concurrent programming mode, a user can divide the
8 sockets into two groups (of 4 sockets each). By using the
technique of programming 4 chips while simultaneously
removing and inserting the other 4 chips, a customer can
increase throughput. This also allows interface with the fine
pitch pick and place handler for high-density fine pitch
chips.

Statistic Functions

The DATAMAN-848 automatically keeps a running total of
all production pieces attempted and all production pieces
failed. Users can input a target quantity of chips to be
programmed and an allowable number of failures. An
alarm function can be enabled to send a message to the
screen alerting the user to either the target quantity of
chips being reached, or the allowable number of failures
being reached.

Fully isolated ZIF sockets

The DATAMAN-848 has fully isolated (> 1 M ohms) circuits
for each socket's address/data bus/control lines. Each
socket has its own built-in Vcc and Vpp current-limiting
circuitry. A defective device in one socket will not affect the
devices in or programming integrity of the remaining
sockets.

Device-insertion and continuity checks - No mistakes!

The DATAMAN-848 performs device-insertion and
continuity checks before programming each device. It can
detect poor pin contact, upside-down device insertion,
incorrect position, and pin number mismatch. This function

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protects your wallet by preventing expensive chip damage
caused by operator error.

Auto-sensing and self-programming

The DATAMAN-848 has implemented patented technology
to meet mass-production requirements. When a chip fails
the device insertion check, the DATAMAN-848 waits for an
operator adjustable time. If the operator fails to correct the
improper insertion within the selected time period, the
socket with the improper insertion is shutdown and the
other chips are automatically programmed.

Independent module design

The DATAMAN-848 is designed to achieve a minimum of
down time. Its 8 sockets are divided into 4 identical
modules having two sockets each. Each module is
independent of the other three modules. If one module
fails, the customer can continue to operate the other three
modules without sacrificing the turnaround time to repair.
Extra modules are available to customers in spare kits.

Project file "Save and Load"

You can save the program configuration project file that
contains the device selection, the buffer data and all of the
program setup options. This file can be recalled at any
time for future use without having to go through the setup
procedure again. This allows you to pass your design file
to the production department without mistakes. You can
also read the data from a device into the buffer from any of
the 8 sockets, according to your specification.

Variable VCC with one or two-pass verification

The DATAMAN-848 allows users to select the verification
voltage after chip programming is completed, e.g., VCC +/-

5%, VCC +/- 10%. VCC can range from 2 V to 7.5 V.
Verification ensures that the chips have been properly

programmed, with no data retention problems.

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Dataman-848 Diagram

Device support summary

General EPROM: 27xxx series 32 K to 32 Mb with 8/16 bit
data width.

Flash EPROM: supports NOR, NAND, AND, DI-NOR, and
EEPROM technology

29xxx, 5 V / 3 V Flash, 28Fxxx 12 V / 5 V / 3 V Flash from
all major chip vendors.

Microprocessor:
Intel 87C5x compatible, ATMEL 89C5x compatible, Micro

chip PIC16Cxx.

Specification:

Socket and pin driver:
8 fully isolated 48 pin ZIF sockets with receptacle, over 1-

M ohm resistance between each socket.
Four DACs for VCC, V

resolution.

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PP1

, V

PP2

and V

PP3

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VCC range 2 V to 7.5 V, resolution 50 mV
V

PP1, 2 & 3
Overcurrent protection on all voltage sources
Logic level 5 V to 2.7 V programmable by software
Device Operation: Read, blank check, insertion/contact

check, verify, check sum, erase chip, program, memory
protect, edit buffer, configuration, load file, save file, project
file load/save

File format: Binary, Intel HEX, Intel extended HEX,
Motorola S, HP64000ABS, TEK HEX, and straight Hex

General

Power: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 47-63 Hz auto switch
Power consumption: 65 W

Operation temperature: 5 to 45°C (41 to 113°F)
Safety: CE & LVD certified
Weight: 8.5 kg net, 10 kg shipping weight

Using the DATAMAN-848 Software
Menus

Accessing the menus can be done in two ways:

range 5 V to 16 V, resolution 100 mV

Use the mouse and click on the menu option displayed at
the top of the screen. A pull-down menu will appear, and
you can select the option you desire by clicking on that
option.

If you do not have a mouse available, you can also use the
keyboard to access the menus. Press [F10] to activate the
main menu bar.

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Select the sub-menu that you want to use with the left and
right arrow keys, and press <ENTER> to activate the sub­menu. Use the up and down arrows to select an option to
execute. Press <ENTER> to execute the command.

Hot-keys

Most of the options available on the menus can also be
executed by pressing the hot keys associated with that
option. To see what the hot-keys are for a certain option,
look on the menu where the option is located. If hot keys
are available, it will be displayed next to the option name.

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