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EquipmentSpecification/ManufacturerItem No.
Sinclair Spectrum Mains AdaptorCambridge Computer1
Z88 Cased Unit Test FixturesCambridge Computer2
Special Test Box (with separate power supply)Cambridge Computer3
Test Card Connector for SKT2Cambridge Computer4
Test Card Connector for SKT3Cambridge Computer5
Test Card Connector for SKT4Cambridge Computer6
Test Card for Peripheral Expansion ConnectorCambridge Computer7
RS232 Termination ConnectorCambridge Computer8
Standard RAM PackCambridge Computer9
Special Modified 32K RAM PackLocal modification10
128K EPROM Test Program PackCambridge Computer11
240 V Variable Transformer (with flying mains socket attached)Local Purchase12
Adaptor Test BoxCambridge Computer/Local manufacturer13

 

NOTE : The table showing the Test Equipment is incorrect. See Primary Names for the corrections.

 

Preparation for Test

Before commencing the test verify the following:

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  1. Set Switch B on the test fixture to position 2 (jack).
  2. Connect up the test rig as shown in Figure 3.1.
  3. Place the cased unit for test in the test fixture and slide the arms outward and down to lock it into position.
  4. Insert the special test card (Item 7) into the peripheral expansion slot and check that the LED is always ON. Remove test card.
  5. Insert the special test card (Item 3) into slots 1, 2 and 3 in turn and check that for each slot the LED is always ON.
  6. Remove the special test card from slot 3, leaving the flap open.
  7. Insert the jack plug from the test box (Item 2) into the jack socket of the unit under test.
  8. Close the flap and press the reset button (it may need to be pressed two or three times). Check that the display comes on showing the INDEX screen.
  9. Carry out the following:
    • Insert the RS232 termination connector (Item 8).
    • Insert the software packs:
      • Slot 1 - 32 K RAM pack (Item 4)
      • Slot 2 - modified 32K RAM pack (Item 5)
      • Slot 3 - test program 128K EPROM pack (Item 6)
    • Close the flap.
    • Notes:
      • Slot 1 checks SE1 in particular.
      • Slot 2 checks A17, A18, A19, SE2.
      • Slot 3 checks SE3 and Pay.
      • This combination of cards checks every slot signal line except ROE which is checked by the internal EPROM.
  10. Press the RESET button on the unit and follow the screen prompt to check the following:
    • the keyboard
    • contrast
    • the RS232 serial link
    • the speaker
    • the jack plug
    • the connectors
  11. At the end of the test check that TEST COMPLETE is displayed on the screen.
  12. Open the flap and check that the display goes OFF.
  13. Remove the software cards from slots 1, 2 and 3 and close the flap.
  14. Press the Reset button and check that the display comes ON.
  15. Set switch B on the test box to position 1 and check that the display remains ON.
  16. Remove the jack plug from the unit and check that the display remains ON.
  17. Tap the unit a few times and check that this has no effect on the display screen, ie no screen flickering etc.
  18. Open the flap and check that the display goes OFF.
  19. Close the flap and check that the BAT LOW (battery low) indication is NOT displayed on the screen.
  20. Set switch A on the test box to position 2 and release. Check that the BAT LOW indication is displayed on the screen.
  21. Carry out the following:
      • Set switch A on the test box to position 1, and hold. Check that the display goes OFF while the switch is held in position 1.
      • Release switch A and check:
        • the display comes back ON
        • the meter on the the test box is in the GREEN band

     

  22. Press both SHIFT Keys simultaneously to put the Z88 into the coma state. 
  23. Carry out the following:
    • Operate switch C and hold.
    • Check that the test box meter is in the GREEN band while the switch is held.
    • Release switch C.
  24. Press both SHIFT keys simultaneously and check that the display comes back ON.
  25. Carry out the following:
    • Press and hold switch D for approximately 1 second.
    • Check that the display goes OFF while the switch is held.
    • Check that the display comes back ON when the switch is released and that the display is not corrupted.
  26. Carry out the following:
    • Disonnect the input jack plug from the test box.
    • Remove the jack plug from the cased unit.
    • Remove the RS232 termination connector.
    • Remove the cased unit from the test fixture.

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