DATAMAN 848 MANUAL
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Printed in UK, April 2000
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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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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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Installation
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Minimum PC System Requirements
DOS 3.1 or higher, DOS prompt in WINDOWS 3.1/95/98
CPU: 386 and above
RAM: 4-MB minimum, 16 MB recommended
HD: 8 MB of free hard disk space.
Interface: D-25 connector with standard parallel port or
ECP
Installing the DATAMAN-848
1. Switch the PC and the DATAMAN-848 off.
2. Connect the DATAMAN-848 to a parallel port using the
cable supplied.
3. Switch the PC on.
4. Switch the DATAMAN-848 on.
Installing the DATAMAN-848 Software
Insert the 3 1/2-inch diskette into the PC's A: Drive.
At the DOS prompt, type: A:\> and hit Enter; this activates
the A: Drive
Type Install C:\ ; this will create a directory called
DATA848 on your computer's C drive and will install the
DATAMAN-848 software in this directory.
Following successful installation, run the software by typing
DATA848 at the DOS prompt and pressing Enter
Upgrading the DATAMAN-848 Software
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We provide quarterly formal releases of the DATAMAN848 software on our website. Monthly temporary releases
are also available on our website. Please download
releases from our website at www.dataman.com.
Notes for Three Different OS Set-ups
MS-DOS
If the system has over 32 MB of main memory (not
including 32 MB) and the DATAMAN-848 software is to be
executed under MS-DOS 3.1 or higher versions, you must
remove the file EMM386.SYS found in the file
CONFIG.SYS.
WINDOWS 3.1 (DOS-prompt)
Please edit the pif files _default.pif and dosprmpt.pif using
the pif editor, which may be found in the WINDOWS main
group. Change the XMS setting to 8192 KB
(recommended), and set the display mode to FULL screen.
WINDOWS 95/98 (DOS-prompt)
Following successful installation, please edit the program
properties of the file DATA848.exe (in the WINDOWS
Explorer, highlight the file DATA848.exe and click the right
mouse key), enable the check box [x] close on exit, and set
the display mode to FULL screen.
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DATAMAN-848 Command Hierarchy
File (ALT-F) Save Buffer ALT-S
Load File ALT-L
Change Dir
Dos Shell
Exit ALT-X
Project (ALT-J) Save Project ALT-F1
Load Project ALT-F2
Device (ALT-D) Change ALT-C
Mass Produce ALT-M
Edit ALT-E
Read ALT-R
Blank Check ALT-B
Program/Auto ALT-P
Verify ALT-V
Memory Protect Ctrl-P
Erase Ctrl-E
Configuration Ctrl-G
Options (ALT-O) Modify Algorithm Parameters F3
Device Operation Options F4
Module Options F5
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Statistic (ALT-A) Statistic Option ALT-T
Reset Counter ALT-N
Diagnostics (ALT-I) Self-Test F6
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Operation
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LED Display on Each Socket
Each of the 8 sockets in the DATAMAN-848 has a threecolor LED display to indicate the status of the socket. Read
this section carefully to avoid damage to chips.
Warning: Do not insert or remove a chip from a
socket while the socket LED is yellow!
LED colour key
Blank the socket is not active.
Green the socket is active or the last operation result
passed
Yellow the socket is busy; don’t do anything until the
LED turns Green or Red.
Red the last operation resulted in failure; the
socket is active and awaiting another operation.
Flashing LED, 5 Hz frequency. This mode only applies
to insertion and contact checks of the chips in the
socket.
Flashing Green the chip passed the continuity check.
Flashing Yellow the socket is active and waiting for a
chip to be inserted.
Flashing Red the chip failed the insertion/continuity
check, due to poor contact, incorrect chip positioning, pin
count mismatch, chip upside-down, pin short-circuit, or
chip damage.
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File Commands
Save Buffer
Menu File | Save Buffer
Hot-key Alt-S
This option is used to save the memory buffer to a file on
the hard disk.
Select a file (to overwrite!) using the mouse, or type the file
name in the box provided. You can also type in a file spec.
(e.g. *.hex) at the Name prompt. This will display all the
files of the specified type, and you can then select the
required file to overwrite.
ViewText
Certain file types contain header information. Click on this
box to see this information. This will display information
similar to the following:
ABEL(tm) 3.00a FutureNet Div, Data I/O Corp. JEDEC file for:
P16V8R
Created on: 15-Sep-94 04:17 PM
PROM8908 pin configuration Ver 3.0
ADVANTECH CO. LTD. 4 NOV 1991*
QP20* QF2194*
L0000
01101111111111111111111111111111
00000000000000000000000000000000
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Output File Format
Select the file format of the output file.
From Buffer Mode
This mode functions as follows:
Normal
Every byte is written to the output file.
File shuffling
Odd
Every Odd byte is written to the output file.
Even
Every Even byte is written to the output file.
The following four options are used to write the buffer into
four different files:
1st byte of 4
This writes the bytes 1, 5, 9, 13, ... into the output file.
2nd byte of 4
This writes the bytes 2, 6, 10, 14, ... into the output file.
3rd byte of 4
This writes the bytes 3, 7, 11, 15, ... into the output file.
4th byte of 4
This writes the bytes 4, 8, 12, 16, ... into the output file.
Load File
Menu File | Load File
Hot-keys Alt-L
This option loads a file from disk into the memory buffer.
The type of files that can be loaded for a device depends
on the device type.
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Select a file to load using the mouse, or type the filename
in the box provided. You can also type in a file spec. (e.g.
*.hex) at the Name prompt. This will display all the files of
the specified type, and you can then select the required file
to load.
ViewText
Certain file types contain header information. Click on this
box to see this information. This will display information
similar to the following:
ABEL(tm) 3.00a FutureNet Div, Data I/O Corp. JEDEC
file for: P16V8R
Created on: 15-Sep-94 04:17 PM
PROM8908 pin configuration Ver 3.0
ADVANTECH CO. LTD. 4 NOV 1991*
QP20* QF2194*
L0000
01101111111111111111111111111111
00000000000000000000000000000000
Auto Format Detected
The software automatically detects the format of the file
that is to be loaded. If the desired format of the file differs
from the format detected, select the correct file format.
From File Mode
This option indicates which bytes must be read in the input
file. Select the required format.
To Buffer Mode
This option indicates where the byte previously read is to
be written. This enables you to 'build' the memory buffer
from several files.
From File Address
If only a selected range is to be read from the input file, fill
in the address that will contain the first byte into this box,
and the size of the buffer to be read in Size.
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To Buffer Address
If the data read is to be copied into a specific area of the
buffer, fill in the starting address here.
Size
This box contains the buffer size. By default it is the same
size as the device size. If you want to download a file into
memory that is bigger than the active device, insert the
size here (or in Options | Operation Options).
Clear Buffer Options
Four options are available during memory buffer data
loading. The default option is to clear the buffer to its blank
state prior to data loading.
Disable
This option leaves the original buffer data unchanged, but
then overwrites it with the contents of the newly loaded file.
Blank state
This option clears the buffer to the device blank state
(using command 00 or FF, depending on device selection),
then overwrites the buffer during file loading.
0x00
First clears the buffer of its contents using command 00,
then overwrites the buffer with the new file contents
0xFF
First clears the buffer of its contents using command FF,
then overwrites the buffer with the new file contents.
Change Directory
Menu File | Change Directory
Hot-key None
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Change the default directory to another directory.
Exit to DOS
Menu File | Exit to DOS
Hot-key Alt-X
Quit the DATAMAN-848 program and exit to DOS.
Project Commands
Save Project
Menu Project | Save Project
Hot-key Alt-F1
This option saves the current setup of the DATAMAN-848
software into a project file. The file includes devices
selected, buffer data, operation options setup and device
configuration setup. You can also attach a footnote to this
project file. The project file acts as a macro, eliminating
the need to go through each procedure during future
programming sessions.
Load Project
Menu Project | Load Project File
Hot-key Alt-F2
This option loads the desired project file. After the project
file has been loaded, you can immediately program the
chip using the data and setup functions selected.
Device Commands
Change Device
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Menu Device | Change Device
Hot-key Alt-C
This option is used to select a new device as the active
device. It is important to select the correct device, as the
algorithms used to program devices are device-specific.
The following screen will appear:
Figure 4.1 Screen for selecting Change Device
1. Select the type of device that will be the active device.
Mouse
Click on 'All', 'EPROM' or 'MPU'.
Keyboard
Press TAB until the cursor is flashing in the 'Type' box. Use
the up and down arrows to go to the appropriate type.
Press the space bar to select the type.
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2. Enter the part number, the manufacturer number, or
parts of both in the 'Search' box.
Mouse
Click on 'Search'. Type in the characters.
Keyboard
Press TAB until the cursor flashes in the 'Search' box.
Type in the known characters.
All the devices that satisfy this partial information will be
displayed.
Use the mouse to select a device, and click 'Ok'. If you are
not using a mouse, use the TAB key to skip between the
various screens, and use the arrow keys to move around in
each screen.
Mass-production Mode
Menu Device | Mass Produce
Hot-key Alt-M
The DATAMAN-848 is a mass-production programmer for
manufacturing. When placed in mass production mode, all
keyboard and mouse functions are disabled and the
operator needs only to insert the chips into the ZIF
sockets, wait until the green LED next to each socket lights
up, remove the programmed chips and insert new chips.
Anyone can do the job well without special training or
skills. Since all keyboard and mouse functions are
disabled, the possibility of errors being caused by pressing
the wrong keys or changing the buffer's contents are
eliminated.
In mass production mode, the DATAMAN-848 first
performs an insertion test and an ID check on newly
inserted chips. It then automatically programs the chip. In
mass production, the DATAMAN-848 can be set to either
of two modes: standard mode or concurrent mode. In
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standard mode, DATAMAN-848 programs the devices in
all 8 ZIF sockets at one time. In concurrent mode, on the
other hand, the sockets are divided into two groups.
Sockets 0-3 comprise group1 and sockets 4-7 comprise
group 2. During operation under concurrent mode, group 1
devices are being programmed while the operator unloads
and inserts chips in the group 2 sockets.
Note: The insertion test must be enabled to use mass-
production mode!
Figure 4.2 Standard mass production mode screen
Figure 4.3 Concurrent mass production mode screen
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An insertion timer is included for use with the insertion test.
When a chip fails an insertion test and the insertion timer is
disabled, the DATAMAN-848 will alert the operator to the
failure and require either that the problem be corrected or
that the operator acknowledge the failure before continuing
with programming. When a chip fails and the insertion
timer is enabled, the DATAMAN-848 waits the amount of
time set into the insertion timer. This is to give the
operator time to correct the error. If the error is not
corrected in time, the error socket shuts down and all the
devices in good sockets are programmed. The insertion
timer default time is 5 seconds.
Editing the Buffer
Menu Device | Edit
Hot-key Alt-E
This function is used to edit the memory buffer. The
memory buffer contains the last file downloaded from disk
into memory. If no file has been downloaded from disk into
memory since the DATAMAN-848 was switched on, the
memory buffer will contain "garbage".
The screen that is displayed is dependent on the type of
device that is currently active.
The purposes of the buttons displayed are as follows:
Radix
This button controls the display of the memory address in
Hex/decimal format. If the address is currently displayed in
decimal format, clicking this button will convert and display
the address in Hex.
Fill
This option is used to fill a block of memory with a
specified value. It needs the starting address, the ending
address and the value to be copied into this block of
memory.
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Copy
This function copies a block in memory to a new address.
It requires the starting address, the ending address and the
address the block must be copied to.
Search
This function searches for a specified "search-string". It
requires input of the search-string to search for.
Undo
As you make changes to the memory buffer, the changes
on the current page are highlighted. If you choose this
option, it will reverse all changes made to the highlighted
areas.
As soon as the changed memory positions move off the
screen, or get deselected by another command, the Undo
command will not undo the changes.
Blank Checking a device
Menu Device | Blank Check
Hot-key Alt-B
This option checks if the active device is in its erase state.
It will return a message stating "Device not blank!" at the
first occurrence of data in the device. The address where
the data is found will also be displayed.
Reading a device
Menu Device | Read
Hot-key Alt-R
This option reads a master chip into the memory buffer for
duplication of the master chip. Prior to executing this
command, a master socket must be designated and the
master chip inserted into the master socket. The default
master socket is socket 0.
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Programming a device
Menu Device | Program/Auto
Hot-key Alt-P
This option programs the active device with the contents of
the memory buffer. When the programming is complete,
verification will take place. The type of verification depends
on the 'verification options' set in the Options|Operation
options menu.
Figure 4-4 Programming progress screen
Verifying a device
Menu Device | Verify
Hot-key Alt-V
This function compares the contents of the active device
with the contents of the memory buffer. It will display an
error message and the address if it finds an address where
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the data differs. It will also abort the process when this
happens.
Figure 4-5 Device verification screen
Memory Protect
Menu Device | Memory Protect
Hot-key CTRL-P
This function is a device-specific command; it appears on
the main menu only after chips having this capability are
selected. The function must be configured before use.
When properly configured, it can be selected and will
automatically set memory protection on the chips
immediately after they have been programmed.
Erasing a device
Menu Device | Erase
Hot-key CTRL-E
This function is a device-specific command; it appears on
the main menu only after electronically erasable chips
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have been selected. The function can be used to erase a
desired memory range from a chip.
Configuration
Menu Device | Configuration
Hot-key CTRL-G
This function is a device-specific command for a single
Flash chip with a software protect block, an option register,
configure word and lock bit. The function must be
configured before use. When used, the memory protect
configuration data will be burned into the chip's memory
and will protect specified memory blocks.
Figure 4-6 Example of device specific configuration screen
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Options
Modify Algorithm Parameters
Menu Options | Parameters modify
Hot-key F3
This function allows a user to modify the programming
parameters of the chips being programmed. With the
programming parameters for the
Figure 4-7 Example screen: Modify algorithm parameters
selected chip appearing on screen, the user activates the
"modify algorithm screen" and changes the parameters by
moving the cursor to the corresponding field and changing
the value to the desired value. If a value entered exceeds
the allowable limits for a given parameter, a warning will be
flashed, together with allowable limits, after the user
attempts to confirm the setting by pressing "OK".
Warning: Only experienced users should use this
option, as it can damage the device if it is used incorrectly.
If you want to program a device that is not supported by
the DATAMAN-848, do the following:
1. Select a device that uses the same programming
algorithm as the device in question.
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2. Modify the device programming parameters.
3. Program the device.
As the programming parameters are for temporary use
only, they cannot be saved. After you select a new device
or exit the DATAMAN-848 software the original parameters
will automatically be restored.
Device operation options
Menu Options | Operation options
Hot-key F4
Figure 4-8 Example screen: Device-specific operation
options
The following options can be set:
Start address, End address
This is the start and the end address of the edit buffer. If
you want to program a certain area of a device, you can
change the start and end addresses accordingly.
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This option is only displayed when the device can be
programmed in this way.
When the end address is calculated, it divides the buffer
size by (device-bits/8-bits). A 16 bit device, of which the
buffer size is 80 (Hex), will therefore have an end address
of 3F.
When selecting a start or an end-address, you should align
the buffer on the right boundary: single-word for 8-bit
devices, double-word for 16-bit devices, etc.
Erase start/end address
This option is for electronically erasable Flash chips only.
The default setting of this option will erase the entire chip.
However, a user can specify ranges of blocks to be
erased; data in the remaining blocks will be unchanged. A
user should reference the chip data book or configuration
menu when setting the ranges of blocks to be erased.
Insertion Timer Enable/Disable
When the insertion timer is disabled and an error is
detected during insertion testing, the DATAMAN-848 waits
for the operator to either correct the error condition or to
acknowledge and bypass the error.
When the insertion timer is enabled, the DATAMAN-848
waits a specified period for the operator to correct the
condition, and if no correction is made, shuts down the
socket(s) reporting the error and completes programming
of the remaining sockets.
Insertion Timer
This option sets the time-out interval for the insertion test.
When the insertion timer is enabled and an insertion error
is detected, if the operator fails to correct the problem
within the interval set, the DATAMAN-848 will
automatically shutdown the error socket and complete
programming of the remaining sockets. If multiple errors
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exist in different sockets and the operator corrects one of
the sockets, the timer resets and waits the specified time
for each succeeding error. Time-out intervals can be set
from 1 to 999 seconds. The default value is 5 seconds.
Insertion Test
This option performs the device-insertion check of the
chips in the sockets. The insertion check includes poor pin
contact, pin count mismatch (the pin count of the chip
designated in the software does not match the pin count of
the actual chip in the socket), device in wrong position,
device upside-down, short-circuit between pins, and chip
damage. Results are displayed at each socket's LED
Device ID Check
This option performs a device signature and manufacturer
match test. With the chip selected and plugged into a
socket, DATAMAN-848 checks the device ID and displays
the results of each check on the LED display.
Verify Passes
Checking this option will instruct the DATAMAN-848 to
perform device verification with the buffer data when
programming is complete. When verify passes is enabled,
one of the three verify options (as described below) must
be set.
Verifying Options
The following three options are available for verification of
data retention following programming: verify twice with 5%
VCC, verify twice with 10% VCC, and verify once with VCC.
These options will only be enabled if the 'Verify passes'
option (see above) is enabled.
(·) Twice VCC ± 5 %
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When this option is selected, the DATAMAN-848 will do
two verify passes on the device: one using VCC + 5%, the
other VCC - 5%.
Example:
IF V
using a V
is 5.0 V, the DATAMAN-848 will do one verify pass
CC
of 4.75 V, and one using a V
CC
of 5.25 V.
CC
(·) Twice VCC ± 10 %
When this option is selected, the DATAMAN-848 will do
two verify passes on the device: one using VCC + 10%, the
other VCC - 10%.
Example:
IF VCC is 5.0 V, the DATAMAN-848 will do one verify pass
using a VCC of 4.5 V, and one using a VCC of 5.5 V.
(·) Once
If this option is selected, the DATAMAN-848 will do one
verify pass using VCC.
Blank Check on Program Option
This option performs a device blank check test before
programming. This option can be disabled for brand new
chips to save time. For electronically erasable chips,
enabling the auto-erase / overwrite option will allow the
DATAMAN-848 to automatically erase the chips if they are
not already blank.
Protect on Program Option
This option automatically sets the memory protect on
newly programmed chips. Failure to set this protection
allows the chips to be readable or software erasable.
Auto-erase / Overwrite on Program Option
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This option only applies to chips that are electronically
erasable. It causes DATAMAN-848 to automatically erase
non-blank chips prior to programming.
Blank Check on Erasing Option
This option causes DATAMAN-848 to automatically
perform a blank check on a device after performing an
Erase operation on it. This assures that a chip has been
erased completely.
Device ID Check on Erasing Option
Some chips feature an option that allows the device ID
information to be erased when the chip undergoes an
erase operation. This option must be disabled prior to
erasing the chip; otherwise, DATAMAN-848 will report an
ID mismatch error and stop operation.
Unprotect on Erasing Option
Some Flash chips have a software protection feature
which, when enabled, prohibits erasure of the chip's
memory. The unprotect option on these chips must be
enabled before trying to erase these chips.
Standard Mode on Mass Production
In this mode, the 8 sockets of the DATAMAN-848 work as
a group. Insertion testing and programming is performed
on all 8 sockets simultaneously.
Concurrent Mode on Mass Production
In this mode, the 8 sockets of the DATAMAN-848 are
divided into two groups. Sockets 0 to 3 comprise group 1
and sockets 4 to 7 comprise group 2. The user can extract
programmed chips and insert new chips in group 2 while
programming the chips in group 1. Once programming is
completed, the chips in group 2 are programmed while the
chips in group 1 are removed and replaced with new chips.
The process is then repeated.
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Use of the concurrent mode can help increase throughput.
This is because an eight-chip programming cycle for highdensity chips requires a very long time under the standard
mode, and the operator is idle for this whole period. Use of
the concurrent mode also allows the DATAMAN-848 to
interface with the fine pitch pick and place handler,
increasing throughput for high-density fine pitch chips.
Module options
Menu Options | Module options
Hot-key F5
This option is used to select the master socket
location (default slot 0), and enable/disable the
sockets.
Figure 4-9 Master socket selection, active socket selection
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Statistic Commands
DATAMAN-848 can keep track of chip-programming
failures. The lower right-hand corner of the Run Time
Viewer screen contains two entries: Current Quantity and
Total Fail. These quantities automatically increment for
every chip DATAMAN-848 attempts to program, and for
every programming failure. Failures counted include chips
that fail device ID check, blank check, verify pass, protect,
and unprotect. The user can input a target quantity of chips
to be programmed in a production run, and an allowable
number of failures. An alarm feature can be set so that
when the target quantity or the allowable failures is
reached, an alarm message is displayed on the screen to
alert the operator.
Statistic Option
Menu Statistic |Statistic Option
Hot-key Alt-T
This command controls the setting of the Statistic Option.
Select the command using the mouse or tab key, or the
hot-key Alt-T.
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The screen shown below will appear. Use the mouse or
tab between screen entries. Fill in the desired quantities for
Target Quantity and Maximum Fail, and indicate your
choice for alarm enablement or disablement. Select the OK
button and press enter to confirm your selections.
Figure 10 Statistic option selection screen
Reset counter
Menu Statistic | Reset Counter
Hot-key Alt-N
This command clears the statistic report in the lower right
corner of the screen.
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Adapters
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Adapter requirements
The Dataman-848 supports all 48-pin TSOP, 44-pin PSOP,
40-pin TSOP, and 32-pin TSOP pin packages. Please note
that you will have to order adapters for non-DIL chip
packages. Below is a list of the current adapters available
for the Dataman-848. Further adapters will become
available after release of new chip support.
PLCC3232-11 32-pin PLCC adapter for EPROM/Flash, 1 MB
and above
PLCC3228-11 32-pin PLCC adapter for EPROM/Flash, below
512 KB
PLCC2020-01 20 pin PLCC adapter.
PLCC4440-01 44-pin PLCC adapter for 44-pin PLCC package
16-bit EPROM
SDP-UNIV-44 44-pin PLCC adapter for 44-pin PLCC package
87C5X Microcontrollers
GDP-PLCC-440144-PIN PLCC adapter for 44-pin PLCC
package for PIC16CXX Microcontrollers
SDP-UNIV-28TS 28-pin universal TSOP (8 mm x 14 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-32TS 32-pin universal TSOP (8 mm x 20 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-40TS 40-pin universal TSOP (10 mm x 20 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-40TS/W 40-pin universal TSOP (10 mm x 14 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-44PS 44-pin universal PSOP adapter.
SDP-UNIV-48TS 48-pin universal TSOP (12 mm x 20 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-48TS/W 48-pin universal TSOP (12 mm x 14 mm)
adapter.
SDP-UNIV-48TSS 48-pin universal TSSOP adapter (10 mm x
14 mm) 0.4 mm pitch.
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SDP-i320-48U 48 pin uBGA adapter for Intel 28F320B3/C3,
28F160B3/C3 (0.75mm pitch).
SDP-F016-56TS 56-pin TSOP adapter for Intel/Sharp
28F016/32 Flash
SDP-F320-56SS 56-pin SSOP adapter for Intel
28F160/320S3/S5
GDP-3224-100Q 100 pin QFP adapter for STV0680
GDP-130X-48-TSS 48 pin TSSOP adapter for SHARP LRS
1306/8
GDP-F320-56SS 56 pin SSOP adapter for Intel
28F320/640/128J3
GDP-F640-56TS 56 pin TSOP adapter for Intel
28F320/640J5/J3
GDP-DIP-001 DIP adapter for Motorola HC705P6/A,
HC705P9, ATMEL 90S44XX & AT90S85XX
GDP-DIP-002 DIP adapter for Altera EPC1/2, Atmel
17CXXX & Atmel 17LVXXX
GDP-PLCC-4401 PLCC to DIP adapter for Motorola 44 pin
PLCC 68HC705C8/A
GDP-TQFP-4401 TQFP adapter for Motorola 44 pin PLCC
68HC705C8/A
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Error Messages
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This function is not supported in demo
mode!
When the DATAMAN-848 is not activated, some functions
may be disabled.
Illegal range of erase address setting! Retry again!
The address range for an erase command must match the
sector edge.
Time-Out error !
The DATAMAN-848 has not responded and the system
has timed out.
Cannot open file: XXXXXXXX !
The file was not found or a disk error has occurred.
Device ID Code unmatched!
The devices do not match the ID code of the device
algorithm selected in the software.
File write error!
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Illegal file name or disk error has occurred.
The DATAMAN-848 detected an error when writing a file to
disk.
Check that there is enough space on the disk to hold the
file. Also check that the disk is not write-protected. This
might happen on a network if you are a user that does not
have rights to the directory you want to save the file to.
Use another directory or disk.
File read incomplete!
File format was unmatched or a disk error occurred during
file being read.
DATAMAN-848 not found, Do you want to retry?
The DATAMAN-848 software does not detect the
DATAMAN-848 on one of the parallel ports. Press enter to
retry. Press Esc to enter demo mode.
Make sure the power on the DATAMAN-848 is on. Also
check the parallel connection between the PC and the
DATAMAN-848. If the DATAMAN-848 shares the parallel
port with another device, remove the other device or move
the DATAMAN-848 to its own port.
DATAMAN-848 power off or disconnected from PC!
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The DATAMAN-848 software does not detect the
DATAMAN-848 on one of the parallel ports.
Make sure the power on the DATAMAN-848 is on. Also
check the parallel connection between the PC and the
DATAMAN-848 and between the PC and the printer. If the
DATAMAN-848 shares the parallel port with another
device, remove the other device or move the DATAMAN848 to its own port.
The following list of error messages uses the code XXXX,
where XXXX can be Read; Verify/ Blank Check; Program;
Erase; or Memory Protect. Aborted has the same meaning
as user break.
XXXX Aborted !
XXXXX error found !
XXXX error on Module X Address XXXXh !
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