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5071A with ATTENTION flashing

LA
Li Ang
Thu, Nov 3, 2016 3:10 PM

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ

Hi Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? Thanks de BI7LNQ
TV
Tom Van Baak
Thu, Nov 3, 2016 4:37 PM

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ

Hi Li, The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know. For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious. There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > Hi > Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. > There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? > > > Thanks > > > de BI7LNQ
LA
Li Ang
Mon, Nov 7, 2016 1:41 AM

Hi Tom
Thanks for the info. I think I should pay a visit to this 5071a again.  There are 5 more 5071a 200km away, I need to visit them next week. :)

regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ
---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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Hi Tom Thanks for the info. I think I should pay a visit to this 5071a again. There are 5 more 5071a 200km away, I need to visit them next week. :) regards Li Ang / BI7LNQ ---Original--- From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Li, The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know. For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious. There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > Hi > Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. > There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? > > > Thanks > > > de BI7LNQ _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.
LA
Li Ang
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 6:48 AM

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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Hi Tom I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. Regards Li Ang / BI7LNQ ------------------------------------- scpi > MJD 0 02:02:18 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) Power source: AC Log status: One entry Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C scpi > scpi > ? E-103> exit E-113> E-113> Log status: One entry Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test E-113> E-113> PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test E-113> E-113> scpi > scpi > Performing hardware tests PASS: CBT register test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Pps register test Warming up Osc. oven is up MJD 0 00:00:29 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Warming up Power source: AC Log status: One entry Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C scpi > Cs oven is up F(z) = 39948.9 Hz Low Cs beam signal = 3 Raising emult voltage... Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 Fatal Error (see Log) scpi > scpi > Log status: 2 entries Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult MJD 0 00:13:46 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) Power source: AC Log status: 2 entries Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C scpi > Log status: 2 entries Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult ---Original--- From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Li, The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know. For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious. There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > Hi > Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. > There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? > > > Thanks > > > de BI7LNQ _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.
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Li Ang
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 12:42 PM

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the information about this parameter? Regards Li Ang ------------------ Original ------------------ From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Tom I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. Regards Li Ang / BI7LNQ ------------------------------------- scpi > MJD 0 02:02:18 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) Power source: AC Log status: One entry Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C scpi > scpi > ? E-103> exit E-113> E-113> Log status: One entry Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test E-113> E-113> PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test PASS: CBT mass spec test PASS: CPU RTDS test PASS: CPU clock locked test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: 87MHz PLL test PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Servo convertor timeout test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Interface abus test PASS: Pps register test PASS: Pps interrupt test PASS: power logic signals test PASS: CBT register test PASS: CBT window comp test PASS: CBT therm test PASS: CBT Cs oven test PASS: CBT hw ion test E-113> E-113> scpi > scpi > Performing hardware tests PASS: CBT register test PASS: DDFS register test PASS: Servo register test PASS: Interface register test PASS: Pps register test Warming up Osc. oven is up MJD 0 00:00:29 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Warming up Power source: AC Log status: One entry Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C scpi > Cs oven is up F(z) = 39948.9 Hz Low Cs beam signal = 3 Raising emult voltage... Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 Fatal Error (see Log) scpi > scpi > Log status: 2 entries Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult MJD 0 00:13:46 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) Power source: AC Log status: 2 entries Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C scpi > Log status: 2 entries Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult ---Original--- From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Li, The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know. For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious. There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > Hi > Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. > There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? > > > Thanks > > > de BI7LNQ _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there. _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.
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Scott McGrath
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 12:52 PM

that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp  so you could have a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning

The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to sell you for a 5 figure price tag.

The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data availability

Content by Scott
Typos by Siri

On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang 379998@qq.com wrote:

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes.
There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.
The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?
How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp so you could have a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to sell you for a 5 figure price tag. The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data availability Content by Scott Typos by Siri > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang <379998@qq.com> wrote: > > According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the information about this parameter? > > > Regards > Li Ang > > > > > ------------------ Original ------------------ > From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; > Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM > To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > Hi Tom > > I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. > > > Regards > > Li Ang / BI7LNQ > > ------------------------------------- > > > > scpi > > > MJD 0 02:02:18 > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > Power source: AC > > Log status: One entry > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C > > > > scpi > > > scpi > ? > > E-103> exit > > E-113> > > E-113> Log status: One entry > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > E-113> > > E-113> PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Interface abus test > > PASS: Pps register test > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > PASS: power logic signals test > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > PASS: CBT therm test > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > E-113> > > E-113> scpi > > > scpi > > > Performing hardware tests > > PASS: CBT register test > > PASS: DDFS register test > > PASS: Servo register test > > PASS: Interface register test > > PASS: Pps register test > > Warming up > > Osc. oven is up > > > MJD 0 00:00:29 > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > Status summary: Warming up > > Power source: AC > > Log status: One entry > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C > > > > scpi > Cs oven is up > > F(z) = 39948.9 Hz > > Low Cs beam signal = 3 > > Raising emult voltage... > > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 > > Fatal Error (see Log) > > > scpi > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > MJD 0 00:13:46 > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > Power source: AC > > Log status: 2 entries > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA > > HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > ---Original--- > From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> > Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 > To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > Hi Li, > > The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of one. Rick might know. > > For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. > > You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD screen can be tedious. > > There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating and Programming Manual. > > /tvb > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> > To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> > Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM > Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > >> Hi >> Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION led flashes. >> There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. >> The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? >> How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health by the readings? >> >> >> Thanks >> >> >> de BI7LNQ > > > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there.
PS
paul swed
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 3:19 PM

I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in
the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to what
the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible assumption
is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make up
for it.

Li
If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if convenient
actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I would
measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently
increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a
large amount of money was at stake.

Regards
Paul
WB8TSL

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath scmcgrath@gmail.com wrote:

that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp  so you could have
a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning

The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to
sell you for a 5 figure price tag.

The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data availability

Content by Scott
Typos by Siri

On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang 379998@qq.com wrote:

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong.

However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the
information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise time

and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll

pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<

Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's

out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something
else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of
one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture

the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG ->
LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see
lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted

summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That
sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you
get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD
screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level

Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating
and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment

company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION
led flashes.

There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run

the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only
remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.

The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's

repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not
know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?

How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health

by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to what the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible assumption is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make up for it. Li If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if convenient actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I would measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a large amount of money was at stake. Regards Paul WB8TSL On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath <scmcgrath@gmail.com> wrote: > that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp so you could have > a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning > > The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to > sell you for a 5 figure price tag. > > The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data availability > > Content by Scott > Typos by Siri > > > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang <379998@qq.com> wrote: > > > > According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. > However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have the > information about this parameter? > > > > > > Regards > > Li Ang > > > > > > > > > > ------------------ Original ------------------ > > From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; > > Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM > > To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise time > and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > Hi Tom > > > > I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll > pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. > > > > > > Regards > > > > Li Ang / BI7LNQ > > > > ------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > MJD 0 02:02:18 > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > Power source: AC > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > scpi > ? > > > > E-103> exit > > > > E-113> > > > > E-113> Log status: One entry > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > E-113> > > > > E-113> PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > E-113> > > > > E-113> scpi > > > > > scpi > > > > > Performing hardware tests > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > Warming up > > > > Osc. oven is up > > > > > > MJD 0 00:00:29 > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > Status summary: Warming up > > > > Power source: AC > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C > > > > > > > > scpi > Cs oven is up > > > > F(z) = 39948.9 Hz > > > > Low Cs beam signal = 3 > > > > Raising emult voltage... > > > > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 > > > > Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > scpi > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:13:46 > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > Power source: AC > > > > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA > > > > HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > ---Original--- > > From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> > > Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 > > To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"< > time-nuts@febo.com>; > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > Hi Li, > > > > The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's > out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is something > else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead of > one. Rick might know. > > > > For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture > the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> > LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should see > lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. > > > > You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted > summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That > sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is you > get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the LCD > screen can be tedious. > > > > There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level > Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, Operating > and Programming Manual. > > > > /tvb > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> > > To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> > > Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM > > Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > >> Hi > >> Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment > company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the ATTENTION > led flashes. > >> There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run > the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only > remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > >> The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's > repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not > know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > >> How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health > by the readings? > >> > >> > >> Thanks > >> > >> > >> de BI7LNQ > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. >
AG
Adrian Godwin
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 3:21 PM

I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a few
times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I could
order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more.

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed paulswedb@gmail.com wrote:

I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in
the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to what
the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible assumption
is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make up
for it.

Li
If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if convenient
actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I would
measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently
increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a
large amount of money was at stake.

Regards
Paul
WB8TSL

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath scmcgrath@gmail.com wrote:

that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp  so you could have
a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning

The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to
sell you for a 5 figure price tag.

The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data

availability

Content by Scott
Typos by Siri

On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang 379998@qq.com wrote:

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong.

However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have

the

information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise time

and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll

pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also

included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<

Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's

out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is

something

else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead

of

one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture

the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG ->
LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should

see

lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted

summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That
sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is

you

get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the

LCD

screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level

Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041,

Operating

and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment

company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the

ATTENTION

led flashes.

There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run

the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only
remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA.

The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's

repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not
know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values?

How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health

by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a few times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I could order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more. On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed <paulswedb@gmail.com> wrote: > I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in > the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to what > the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible assumption > is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make up > for it. > > Li > If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if convenient > actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I would > measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently > increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a > large amount of money was at stake. > > Regards > Paul > WB8TSL > > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath <scmcgrath@gmail.com> wrote: > > > that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp so you could have > > a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning > > > > The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to > > sell you for a 5 figure price tag. > > > > The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data > availability > > > > Content by Scott > > Typos by Siri > > > > > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang <379998@qq.com> wrote: > > > > > > According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something wrong. > > However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have > the > > information about this parameter? > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > Li Ang > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------ Original ------------------ > > > From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; > > > Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM > > > To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise time > > and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > Hi Tom > > > > > > I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll > > pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also > included. > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > > > > Li Ang / BI7LNQ > > > > > > ------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > MJD 0 02:02:18 > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > scpi > ? > > > > > > E-103> exit > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > E-113> Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > E-113> PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > E-113> scpi > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > Performing hardware tests > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > Warming up > > > > > > Osc. oven is up > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:00:29 > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > Status summary: Warming up > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Cs oven is up > > > > > > F(z) = 39948.9 Hz > > > > > > Low Cs beam signal = 3 > > > > > > Raising emult voltage... > > > > > > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 > > > > > > Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:13:46 > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > ---Original--- > > > From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> > > > Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 > > > To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"< > > time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > Hi Li, > > > > > > The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating it's > > out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is > something > > else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead > of > > one. Rick might know. > > > > > > For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and capture > > the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG -> > > LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should > see > > lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and calibration. > > > > > > You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted > > summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That > > sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is > you > > get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the > LCD > > screen can be tedious. > > > > > > There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level > > Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, > Operating > > and Programming Manual. > > > > > > /tvb > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> > > > To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> > > > Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM > > > Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > >> Hi > > >> Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment > > company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the > ATTENTION > > led flashes. > > >> There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have run > > the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only > > remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about 12mA. > > >> The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's > > repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not > > know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current values? > > >> How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good health > > by the readings? > > >> > > >> > > >> Thanks > > >> > > >> > > >> de BI7LNQ > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > and follow the instructions there. > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. >
PS
paul swed
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 5:18 PM

Adrian
I think you may have responded to the wrong thread??
Regards
Paul

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Adrian Godwin artgodwin@gmail.com wrote:

I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a few
times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I could
order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more.

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed paulswedb@gmail.com wrote:

I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in
the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to

what

the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible

assumption

is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make

up

for it.

Li
If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if

convenient

actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I

would

measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently
increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a
large amount of money was at stake.

Regards
Paul
WB8TSL

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath scmcgrath@gmail.com

wrote:

that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp  so you could

have

a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning

The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to
sell you for a 5 figure price tag.

The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data

availability

Content by Scott
Typos by Siri

On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang 379998@qq.com wrote:

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something

wrong.

However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have

the

information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise time

and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll

pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also

included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<

Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating

it's

out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is

something

else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead

of

one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and

capture

the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG

->

LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should

see

lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and

calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted

summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That
sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is

you

get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the

LCD

screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level

Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041,

Operating

and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment

company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the

ATTENTION

led flashes.

There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have

run

the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only
remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about

12mA.

The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's

repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do not
know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current

values?

How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good

health

by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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Adrian I think you may have responded to the wrong thread?? Regards Paul On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Adrian Godwin <artgodwin@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a few > times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I could > order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more. > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed <paulswedb@gmail.com> wrote: > > > I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However in > > the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to > what > > the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible > assumption > > is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to make > up > > for it. > > > > Li > > If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if > convenient > > actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I > would > > measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently > > increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I think a > > large amount of money was at stake. > > > > Regards > > Paul > > WB8TSL > > > > > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath <scmcgrath@gmail.com> > wrote: > > > > > that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp so you could > have > > > a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning > > > > > > The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy to > > > sell you for a 5 figure price tag. > > > > > > The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data > > availability > > > > > > Content by Scott > > > Typos by Siri > > > > > > > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang <379998@qq.com> wrote: > > > > > > > > According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something > wrong. > > > However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone have > > the > > > information about this parameter? > > > > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > > Li Ang > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------ Original ------------------ > > > > From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; > > > > Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM > > > > To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise time > > > and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Hi Tom > > > > > > > > I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll > > > pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also > > included. > > > > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > > > > > > Li Ang / BI7LNQ > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 02:02:18 > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > scpi > ? > > > > > > > > E-103> exit > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > E-113> Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > E-113> PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > E-113> scpi > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > Performing hardware tests > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > Warming up > > > > > > > > Osc. oven is up > > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:00:29 > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > Status summary: Warming up > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Cs oven is up > > > > > > > > F(z) = 39948.9 Hz > > > > > > > > Low Cs beam signal = 3 > > > > > > > > Raising emult voltage... > > > > > > > > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 > > > > > > > > Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:13:46 > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max Emult > > > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---Original--- > > > > From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> > > > > Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 > > > > To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"< > > > time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > Hi Li, > > > > > > > > The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating > it's > > > out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is > > something > > > else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems instead > > of > > > one. Rick might know. > > > > > > > > For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and > capture > > > the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG > -> > > > LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You should > > see > > > lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and > calibration. > > > > > > > > You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted > > > summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That > > > sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port is > > you > > > get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by the > > LCD > > > screen can be tedious. > > > > > > > > There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level > > > Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, > > Operating > > > and Programming Manual. > > > > > > > > /tvb > > > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > > From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> > > > > To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> > > > > Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM > > > > Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > >> Hi > > > >> Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand equipment > > > company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the > > ATTENTION > > > led flashes. > > > >> There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have > run > > > the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only > > > remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about > 12mA. > > > >> The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's > > > repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do not > > > know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current > values? > > > >> How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good > health > > > by the readings? > > > >> > > > >> > > > >> Thanks > > > >> > > > >> > > > >> de BI7LNQ > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. >
AG
Adrian Godwin
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 5:29 PM

Yes, I'm sorry about that.

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 5:18 PM, paul swed paulswedb@gmail.com wrote:

Adrian
I think you may have responded to the wrong thread??
Regards
Paul

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Adrian Godwin artgodwin@gmail.com
wrote:

I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a

few

times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I

could

order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more.

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed paulswedb@gmail.com wrote:

I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However

in

the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to

what

the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible

assumption

is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to

make

up

for it.

Li
If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if

convenient

actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I

would

measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently
increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I

think a

large amount of money was at stake.

Regards
Paul
WB8TSL

On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath scmcgrath@gmail.com

wrote:

that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp  so you could

have

a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning

The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy

to

sell you for a 5 figure price tag.

The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data

availability

Content by Scott
Typos by Siri

On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang 379998@qq.com wrote:

According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something

wrong.

However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone

have

the

information about this parameter?

Regards
Li Ang

------------------ Original ------------------
From:  "Li Ang";379998@qq.com;
Date:  Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM
To:  "Tom Van Baak"tvb@leapsecond.com; "Discussion of precise

time

and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;

Subject:  Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G

pll

pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also

included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        -0.1 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.2 C

scpi >

scpi > ?

E-103> exit

E-113>

E-113> Log status: One entry

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max

Emult

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

PASS: CBT mass spec test

PASS: CPU RTDS test

PASS: CPU clock locked test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: 87MHz PLL test

PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Servo convertor timeout test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Interface abus test

PASS: Pps register test

PASS: Pps interrupt test

PASS: power logic signals test

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: CBT window comp test

PASS: CBT therm test

PASS: CBT Cs oven test

PASS: CBT hw ion test

E-113>

E-113> scpi >

scpi >

Performing hardware tests

PASS: CBT register test

PASS: DDFS register test

PASS: Servo register test

PASS: Interface register test

PASS: Pps register test

Warming up

Osc. oven is up

MJD        0 00:00:29

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Warming up

Power source: AC

Log status: One entry

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      1524 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          20.6 V    CBT Oven Err:    -9.55 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.0 V    Ion Pump:          0.4 uA

HW Ionizer:        1.0 V    Mass spec:        12.3 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.8 V

+12V supply:      12.2 V    -12V supply:      -12.2 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      45.0 C

scpi >  Cs oven is up

F(z) = 39948.9 Hz

Low Cs beam signal = 3

Raising emult voltage...

Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00

Fatal Error (see Log)

scpi >

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max

Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max

Emult

MJD        0 00:13:46

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Power source: AC

Log status: 2  entries

Freq Offset:          0e-15  Osc. control:    -9.56 %

RF amplitude 1:    6.3 %    RF amplitude 2:    6.3 %

Zeeman Freq:      39949 Hz  C-field curr:    12.213 mA

E-multiplier:      2553 V    Signal Gain:      14.4 %

CBT Oven:          0.0 V    CBT Oven Err:    -8.22 C

Osc. Oven:        -9.1 V    Ion Pump:          1.0 uA

HW Ionizer:        0.0 V    Mass spec:        12.2 V

SAW Tuning:        0.0 V    DRO Tuning:        7.3 V

87MHz PLL:          0.8 V    uP Clock PLL:      1.7 V

+12V supply:      12.3 V    -12V supply:      -12.3 V

+5V  supply:        5.4 V    Thermometer:      46.4 C

scpi > Log status: 2  entries

Log 000 of MJD        0 00:12:40:  Low Cs signal (60) with max

Emult

Log 001 of MJD        0 00:09:59:  Low Cs signal (37) with max

Emult

---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<

Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating

it's

out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is

something

else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems

instead

of

one. Rick might know.

For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and

capture

the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG

->

LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You

should

see

lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and

calibration.

You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted

summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That
sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port

is

you

get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by

the

LCD

screen can be tedious.

There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level

Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041,

Operating

and Programming Manual.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: "Li Ang" 379998@qq.com
To: "time-nuts" time-nuts@febo.com
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM
Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi
Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand

equipment

company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the

ATTENTION

led flashes.

There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have

run

the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v".  I can only
remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about

12mA.

The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's

repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option,  I do

not

know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current

values?

How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good

health

by the readings?

Thanks

de BI7LNQ


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Yes, I'm sorry about that. On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 5:18 PM, paul swed <paulswedb@gmail.com> wrote: > Adrian > I think you may have responded to the wrong thread?? > Regards > Paul > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Adrian Godwin <artgodwin@gmail.com> > wrote: > > > I'm still struggling to get the acrylic I need. I've been into London a > few > > times but not been able to get to the shop in business hours. Guess I > could > > order online if necessary but it will cost a fair bit more. > > > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 3:19 PM, paul swed <paulswedb@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > I saw the low CBT temp also and 10 degrees C seem like allot. However > in > > > the 5060/5061 Frankenstein I run the oven at +10 degrees (approx.) to > > what > > > the tube asks for. To drive C fumes out of the oven. A possible > > assumption > > > is the cooler oven is emitting fewer C's and the emult is trying to > make > > up > > > for it. > > > > > > Li > > > If it were mine and I checked the other suggestions. I would if > > convenient > > > actually attempt to raise the oven temp a bit to see what happens. I > > would > > > measure current and use an external supply to match it and then gently > > > increase the current. But from the thread you do not own it and I > think a > > > large amount of money was at stake. > > > > > > Regards > > > Paul > > > WB8TSL > > > > > > > > > On Wed, Nov 9, 2016 at 7:52 AM, Scott McGrath <scmcgrath@gmail.com> > > wrote: > > > > > > > that's telling you that the CBT oven is not up to temp so you could > > have > > > > a failed heater in the tube or the oven controller is malfunctioning > > > > > > > > The former well you need a new tube which symmetricom will be happy > to > > > > sell you for a 5 figure price tag. > > > > > > > > The latter is limited by your repair skills and parts and data > > > availability > > > > > > > > Content by Scott > > > > Typos by Siri > > > > > > > > > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:42 AM, Li Ang <379998@qq.com> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > According to the Log, "CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C" might be something > > wrong. > > > > However, I can't find the correct range in the manual. Does anyone > have > > > the > > > > information about this parameter? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > > > Li Ang > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------ Original ------------------ > > > > > From: "Li Ang";<379998@qq.com>; > > > > > Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2016 02:48 PM > > > > > To: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@leapsecond.com>; "Discussion of precise > time > > > > and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > > > > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Hi Tom > > > > > > > > > > I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G > pll > > > > pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also > > > included. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Regards > > > > > > > > > > Li Ang / BI7LNQ > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------- > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 02:02:18 > > > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: -0.1 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.2 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > ? > > > > > > > > > > E-103> exit > > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > > > E-113> Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max > Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > > > E-113> PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT mass spec test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU RTDS test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CPU clock locked test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 87MHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: 9.2 GHz PLL test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo convertor timeout test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface abus test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps interrupt test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: power logic signals test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT window comp test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT therm test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT Cs oven test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT hw ion test > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > E-113> > > > > > > > > > > E-113> scpi > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > > > Performing hardware tests > > > > > > > > > > PASS: CBT register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: DDFS register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Servo register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Interface register test > > > > > > > > > > PASS: Pps register test > > > > > > > > > > Warming up > > > > > > > > > > Osc. oven is up > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:00:29 > > > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > > > Status summary: Warming up > > > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > > > Log status: One entry > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 1524 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 20.6 V CBT Oven Err: -9.55 C > > > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.0 V Ion Pump: 0.4 uA > > > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 1.0 V Mass spec: 12.3 V > > > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.8 V > > > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.2 V -12V supply: -12.2 V > > > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 45.0 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Cs oven is up > > > > > > > > > > F(z) = 39948.9 Hz > > > > > > > > > > Low Cs beam signal = 3 > > > > > > > > > > Raising emult voltage... > > > > > > > > > > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult > > > > > > > > > > Fractional freq. offset is -0.000000e+00 > > > > > > > > > > Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max > Emult > > > > > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max > Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > MJD 0 00:13:46 > > > > > > > > > > CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) > > > > > > > > > > Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) > > > > > > > > > > Power source: AC > > > > > > > > > > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Freq Offset: 0e-15 Osc. control: -9.56 % > > > > > > > > > > RF amplitude 1: 6.3 % RF amplitude 2: 6.3 % > > > > > > > > > > Zeeman Freq: 39949 Hz C-field curr: 12.213 mA > > > > > > > > > > E-multiplier: 2553 V Signal Gain: 14.4 % > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > CBT Oven: 0.0 V CBT Oven Err: -8.22 C > > > > > > > > > > Osc. Oven: -9.1 V Ion Pump: 1.0 uA > > > > > > > > > > HW Ionizer: 0.0 V Mass spec: 12.2 V > > > > > > > > > > SAW Tuning: 0.0 V DRO Tuning: 7.3 V > > > > > > > > > > 87MHz PLL: 0.8 V uP Clock PLL: 1.7 V > > > > > > > > > > +12V supply: 12.3 V -12V supply: -12.3 V > > > > > > > > > > +5V supply: 5.4 V Thermometer: 46.4 C > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > scpi > Log status: 2 entries > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Log 000 of MJD 0 00:12:40: Low Cs signal (60) with max > Emult > > > > > > > > > > Log 001 of MJD 0 00:09:59: Low Cs signal (37) with max > Emult > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---Original--- > > > > > From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> > > > > > Date: 2016/11/4 00:42:46 > > > > > To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"< > > > > time-nuts@febo.com>; > > > > > Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Hi Li, > > > > > > > > > > The "Low cs signal with max Emult" is the classic error indicating > > it's > > > > out of gas. That's a bad sign. But the "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v" is > > > something > > > > else. So maybe there's hope? Or maybe you have two big problems > instead > > > of > > > > one. Rick might know. > > > > > > > > > > For additional information, connect a PC to the serial port and > > capture > > > > the diagnostic information. Right after power up, press TOP -> CONFIG > > -> > > > > LOG -> SERVICE to set the unit into verbose diagnostic mode. You > should > > > see > > > > lines print every now and then as it undergoes self test and > > calibration. > > > > > > > > > > You can also press TOP -> INFO -> PRINT to get a nicely formatted > > > > summary. Or TOP -> LOG -> PRINT to get the entire log history. That > > > > sometimes has lots of clues. The advantage of using the serial port > is > > > you > > > > get a permanent record of all this information. Viewing all this by > the > > > LCD > > > > screen can be tedious. > > > > > > > > > > There's more information in 05071-90040, the 5071A Assembly-Level > > > > Service Manual, copies of which are on the web. Also 05071-90041, > > > Operating > > > > and Programming Manual. > > > > > > > > > > /tvb > > > > > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > > > From: "Li Ang" <379998@qq.com> > > > > > To: "time-nuts" <time-nuts@febo.com> > > > > > Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2016 8:10 AM > > > > > Subject: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >> Hi > > > > >> Today I met one HP 5071A with option 001 at one secondhand > equipment > > > > company. This one can not enter CONTINUOUS OPERATION status, the > > > ATTENTION > > > > led flashes. > > > > >> There is a "Low cs signal with max Emult" error in the log. I have > > run > > > > the self-test, and it stopped at "9.2GHz PLL test 10.3v". I can only > > > > remember the the pump current was 0.8uA or less, C-filed was about > > 12mA. > > > > >> The seller is asking for about 4000$, I am wondering if it's > > > > repairable. Since it is a "HP" branded 5071A with 001 option, I do > not > > > > know if the Cs tube is dying or not, according to the two current > > values? > > > > >> How do I know one 5071A/5061/5062 is dying or is still in good > > health > > > > by the readings? > > > > >> > > > > >> > > > > >> Thanks > > > > >> > > > > >> > > > > >> de BI7LNQ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > > and follow the instructions there. > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > > and follow the instructions there. > > > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com > To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/ > mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. >
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Richard (Rick) Karlquist
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 6:31 PM

Regarding error codes in the 5071A.  This "feature"
was an afterthought.  All of us hardware designers
brought out test points that were easy to implement
and then the microcontroller polled them and software
was written to give error reports.  We did what was
easy on already finished board designs; not what
would be optimum if designing from the ground up.
If you can repair a 5071 based on the error code,
consider yourself lucky.

It is analogous to that old gag about the drunk
who is crawling around under the only street light
in the neighborhood.  A bystander asks him what
he is doing and he says he is searching for his
wallet that he lost.  The bystander asks him where
he lost it and he says "on the next block".
The bystander asks him why search here and he
says this is the only place with light.

Rick

Regarding error codes in the 5071A. This "feature" was an afterthought. All of us hardware designers brought out test points that were easy to implement and then the microcontroller polled them and software was written to give error reports. We did what was easy on already finished board designs; not what would be optimum if designing from the ground up. If you can repair a 5071 based on the error code, consider yourself lucky. It is analogous to that old gag about the drunk who is crawling around under the only street light in the neighborhood. A bystander asks him what he is doing and he says he is searching for his wallet that he lost. The bystander asks him where he lost it and he says "on the next block". The bystander asks him why search here and he says this is the only place with light. Rick
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Tom Van Baak
Wed, Nov 9, 2016 10:28 PM

Hi Li,

When there is a "fatal error" the unit goes back into standby mode, where the Cs oven is turned off. Hence the Cs oven temperature error will again be at its maximum value (which is that -9.55 number). This is by design.

I use a script to send a scpi syst:print? command once a minute, in additional to logging diagnostic information. That way you can see the unit slowly warm up and see how each of the readings stabilizes over time. What you may find is that the temp error starts at -9.55 and then slowly decreases to zero as the Cs oven warms up. If lock is not achieved the oven is turned off and the error slowly climbs back down to -9.55. This is by design.

Under ideal conditions a 5071A will lock within 10 to 15 minutes. But if the tube has been idle for months or years it can take half an hour or more. During this time the ion pump slowly improves the vacuum. So having a log file of periodic syst:print output allows you to follow the progress; of the ion pump, of the ovens, etc.

The fact that the log has only one entry suggests that someone cleared the entire log before you saw the instrument. That's unfortunate. It gives the impression the seller had something to hide.

Some comments on the diag information:

Cs oven is up

This suggests there's nothing wrong with the ion pump or the cesium oven. Your oven heater and controller are fine.

Low Cs beam signal = 3

This is consistent with a tube that's used up all its cesium.

Raising emult voltage...
Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

This is consistent with a 5071 that's trying very hard to get enough beam signal, but there just isn't enough cesium left. If a high-performance tube, this is expected after 7 to 10 years of use.

Fatal Error (see Log)

Unlike older cesium standards, the 5071A is quite clever. When there's nothing else to do, it does a clean shutdown of ovens and reports a fatal error. The unit goes into standby. When I refuse to give up I try powering up the unit again and again several times a day.

If I suspect the tube is the problem I swap tubes from a working 5071 frame. This is a very simple way to decide if the problem is the frame or the tube. After a couple of days of trying, and if the diag messages and fatal errors are consistent, then I finally admit defeat and mark the tube bad. The good news is you then have an entire frame of spare parts! And also a Cs tube to put on the "Dremel" pile!

Finally, remember that even in standby mode, a 5071A makes a very attractive, high-quality 10 MHz quartz standard, with multiple output frequencies, with high-resolution digital frequency tuning, a LED clock and 1PPS input/output. You can turn it into a GPSDO by sending phase or frequency step SCPI commands. That is, there's no need for a DAC or EFC; we've talked before on the list about the advantages of a DDS-based GPSDO instead of the traditional DAC/EFC method.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: Li Ang
To: Tom Van Baak ; Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 10:48 PM
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


scpi >

MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)

Hi Li, 1) When there is a "fatal error" the unit goes back into standby mode, where the Cs oven is turned off. Hence the Cs oven temperature error will again be at its maximum value (which is that -9.55 number). This is by design. I use a script to send a scpi syst:print? command once a minute, in additional to logging diagnostic information. That way you can see the unit slowly warm up and see how each of the readings stabilizes over time. What you may find is that the temp error starts at -9.55 and then slowly decreases to zero as the Cs oven warms up. If lock is not achieved the oven is turned off and the error slowly climbs back down to -9.55. This is by design. 2) Under ideal conditions a 5071A will lock within 10 to 15 minutes. But if the tube has been idle for months or years it can take half an hour or more. During this time the ion pump slowly improves the vacuum. So having a log file of periodic syst:print output allows you to follow the progress; of the ion pump, of the ovens, etc. The fact that the log has only one entry suggests that someone cleared the entire log before you saw the instrument. That's unfortunate. It gives the impression the seller had something to hide. 3) Some comments on the diag information: > Cs oven is up This suggests there's nothing wrong with the ion pump or the cesium oven. Your oven heater and controller are fine. > Low Cs beam signal = 3 This is consistent with a tube that's used up all its cesium. > Raising emult voltage... > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult This is consistent with a 5071 that's trying very hard to get enough beam signal, but there just isn't enough cesium left. If a high-performance tube, this is expected after 7 to 10 years of use. > Fatal Error (see Log) Unlike older cesium standards, the 5071A is quite clever. When there's nothing else to do, it does a clean shutdown of ovens and reports a fatal error. The unit goes into standby. When I refuse to give up I try powering up the unit again and again several times a day. If I suspect the tube is the problem I swap tubes from a working 5071 frame. This is a very simple way to decide if the problem is the frame or the tube. After a couple of days of trying, and if the diag messages and fatal errors are consistent, then I finally admit defeat and mark the tube bad. The good news is you then have an entire frame of spare parts! And also a Cs tube to put on the "Dremel" pile! Finally, remember that even in standby mode, a 5071A makes a very attractive, high-quality 10 MHz quartz standard, with multiple output frequencies, with high-resolution digital frequency tuning, a LED clock and 1PPS input/output. You can turn it into a GPSDO by sending phase or frequency step SCPI commands. That is, there's no need for a DAC or EFC; we've talked before on the list about the advantages of a DDS-based GPSDO instead of the traditional DAC/EFC method. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: Li Ang To: Tom Van Baak ; Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 10:48 PM Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Tom I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. Regards Li Ang / BI7LNQ ------------------------------------- scpi > MJD 0 02:02:18 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)
LA
Li Ang
Thu, Nov 10, 2016 3:44 AM

Hi
I have said goodbye to this one. There are 5 more 5071A with yellow led flashing to visit this weekend.

Regards
LiAng
BI7LNQ
---Original---
From: "Tom Van Baak"tvb@LeapSecond.com
Date: 2016/11/10 06:28:45
To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"time-nuts@febo.com;
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Li,

When there is a "fatal error" the unit goes back into standby mode, where the Cs oven is turned off. Hence the Cs oven temperature error will again be at its maximum value (which is that -9.55 number). This is by design.

I use a script to send a scpi syst:print? command once a minute, in additional to logging diagnostic information. That way you can see the unit slowly warm up and see how each of the readings stabilizes over time. What you may find is that the temp error starts at -9.55 and then slowly decreases to zero as the Cs oven warms up. If lock is not achieved the oven is turned off and the error slowly climbs back down to -9.55. This is by design.

Under ideal conditions a 5071A will lock within 10 to 15 minutes. But if the tube has been idle for months or years it can take half an hour or more. During this time the ion pump slowly improves the vacuum. So having a log file of periodic syst:print output allows you to follow the progress; of the ion pump, of the ovens, etc.

The fact that the log has only one entry suggests that someone cleared the entire log before you saw the instrument. That's unfortunate. It gives the impression the seller had something to hide.

Some comments on the diag information:

Cs oven is up

This suggests there's nothing wrong with the ion pump or the cesium oven. Your oven heater and controller are fine.

Low Cs beam signal = 3

This is consistent with a tube that's used up all its cesium.

Raising emult voltage...
Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult

This is consistent with a 5071 that's trying very hard to get enough beam signal, but there just isn't enough cesium left. If a high-performance tube, this is expected after 7 to 10 years of use.

Fatal Error (see Log)

Unlike older cesium standards, the 5071A is quite clever. When there's nothing else to do, it does a clean shutdown of ovens and reports a fatal error. The unit goes into standby. When I refuse to give up I try powering up the unit again and again several times a day.

If I suspect the tube is the problem I swap tubes from a working 5071 frame. This is a very simple way to decide if the problem is the frame or the tube. After a couple of days of trying, and if the diag messages and fatal errors are consistent, then I finally admit defeat and mark the tube bad. The good news is you then have an entire frame of spare parts! And also a Cs tube to put on the "Dremel" pile!

Finally, remember that even in standby mode, a 5071A makes a very attractive, high-quality 10 MHz quartz standard, with multiple output frequencies, with high-resolution digital frequency tuning, a LED clock and 1PPS input/output. You can turn it into a GPSDO by sending phase or frequency step SCPI commands. That is, there's no need for a DAC or EFC; we've talked before on the list about the advantages of a DDS-based GPSDO instead of the traditional DAC/EFC method.

/tvb

----- Original Message -----
From: Li Ang
To: Tom Van Baak ; Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 10:48 PM
Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing

Hi Tom

I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included.

Regards

Li Ang / BI7LNQ


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MJD        0 02:02:18

CBT ID: 3128A00642(H)

Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log)


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Hi I have said goodbye to this one. There are 5 more 5071A with yellow led flashing to visit this weekend. Regards LiAng BI7LNQ ---Original--- From: "Tom Van Baak"<tvb@LeapSecond.com> Date: 2016/11/10 06:28:45 To: "Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement"<time-nuts@febo.com>; Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Li, 1) When there is a "fatal error" the unit goes back into standby mode, where the Cs oven is turned off. Hence the Cs oven temperature error will again be at its maximum value (which is that -9.55 number). This is by design. I use a script to send a scpi syst:print? command once a minute, in additional to logging diagnostic information. That way you can see the unit slowly warm up and see how each of the readings stabilizes over time. What you may find is that the temp error starts at -9.55 and then slowly decreases to zero as the Cs oven warms up. If lock is not achieved the oven is turned off and the error slowly climbs back down to -9.55. This is by design. 2) Under ideal conditions a 5071A will lock within 10 to 15 minutes. But if the tube has been idle for months or years it can take half an hour or more. During this time the ion pump slowly improves the vacuum. So having a log file of periodic syst:print output allows you to follow the progress; of the ion pump, of the ovens, etc. The fact that the log has only one entry suggests that someone cleared the entire log before you saw the instrument. That's unfortunate. It gives the impression the seller had something to hide. 3) Some comments on the diag information: > Cs oven is up This suggests there's nothing wrong with the ion pump or the cesium oven. Your oven heater and controller are fine. > Low Cs beam signal = 3 This is consistent with a tube that's used up all its cesium. > Raising emult voltage... > Low Cs signal (37) with max Emult This is consistent with a 5071 that's trying very hard to get enough beam signal, but there just isn't enough cesium left. If a high-performance tube, this is expected after 7 to 10 years of use. > Fatal Error (see Log) Unlike older cesium standards, the 5071A is quite clever. When there's nothing else to do, it does a clean shutdown of ovens and reports a fatal error. The unit goes into standby. When I refuse to give up I try powering up the unit again and again several times a day. If I suspect the tube is the problem I swap tubes from a working 5071 frame. This is a very simple way to decide if the problem is the frame or the tube. After a couple of days of trying, and if the diag messages and fatal errors are consistent, then I finally admit defeat and mark the tube bad. The good news is you then have an entire frame of spare parts! And also a Cs tube to put on the "Dremel" pile! Finally, remember that even in standby mode, a 5071A makes a very attractive, high-quality 10 MHz quartz standard, with multiple output frequencies, with high-resolution digital frequency tuning, a LED clock and 1PPS input/output. You can turn it into a GPSDO by sending phase or frequency step SCPI commands. That is, there's no need for a DAC or EFC; we've talked before on the list about the advantages of a DDS-based GPSDO instead of the traditional DAC/EFC method. /tvb ----- Original Message ----- From: Li Ang To: Tom Van Baak ; Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 10:48 PM Subject: Re: [time-nuts] 5071A with ATTENTION flashing Hi Tom I have collected the log from it. Log level is service. The 9.2G pll pass the test today. The log during the power-up process is also included. Regards Li Ang / BI7LNQ ------------------------------------- scpi > MJD 0 02:02:18 CBT ID: 3128A00642(H) Status summary: Fatal Error (see Log) _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.