Re: Fluke 9010a RS-232 problem.

Kevin Moore wrote:
> First Hello all I'm new to the list :)
>
> Next my experience with the fluke is somewhat limited, but I'm
> learning quite a bit, and want to learn more.
>
> So this is what I have. Fluke 9101a, and a 6502 pod since I'm learning
> to work on Vector games.
>
> So far I've been able to do the normal stuff, Rom, and Ram checks
> manually. I downloaded the FIDE program from Quarter Arcade, and have
> it install on a Windows XP system. Next I'm using a 9pin serial cable
> with a Null modem adapter and a 9-25 pin adapter to connect it to the
> Fluke. I've set the dip switches on the Fluke for what I believe is
> default. 7n1 IIRC at 9600 baud. In anycase, I've got COM1 set the same
> in windows, and the FIDE program set the same. The one thing that
> confuses me is the Hardware control settings. Xon/Xoff etc.
>
> But what's happening when I try to transfer a program script to the
> fluke is this, set up the FIDE so it's ready. Press Aux/If, Read,
> Enter/Yes The fluke then will state receiving, but after 1-2 secs it
> will just reset. Then the Fluke states Reset Ok.
>
> I'm thinking it should stay in the receiving mode until the program is
> finished transfering, but like I said I'm still new at using the
> fluke.
>
> I've done a little troubleshooting of the RS-232 board, but since I
> don't have a probe at this time, and my manual program entry skills
> are lacking on the fluke, I've been unable to enter in the program to
> test the RS-232. I have confirmed that I have the +-6 volts.
>
> I'm sure there are some things I left out that you need to know so
> please ask away. Any suggestions would be much apperciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Kevin
>
Hi Kevin,

I haven't used RS232 for a few years, but I recall using 8-N-1 instead
of 7-N-1. The X-On/Off is enabled using the Setup key and 'More' to
movethrough all the options.

The service manual for the 9010 does cover testing the RS-232 port, but
a scope is required - and the Service Manual PDF file is damaged!

On another note I just discovered that the FTP archives (and my
backups!) for a few PDFs are damaged...

If anyone has valid copies of:

9010A Course Notes.pdf
9010A Service Manual.pdf
9010A Operator Manual.pdf
9010A Evaluation Manual.pdf

I would appreciate an upload to the ftp site (send me an email so I know
to look!)

Thanks,

John :-#)#

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