ECG Schiller AT-10 - Service Handbook

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit
SERVICE HANDBOOK Issue c April 2002
Cardiovit
AT-10
ECG and
Spirometry Unit
Service Handbook
SCHILLER AG
Altgasse 68
CH-6341 Baar, Switzerland
Phone: + 41 41 766 42 42
Fax: + 41 41 761 08 80
Home page: http://www.schiller.ch
April 2002
Article Number: 2. 540 005

AT-10 Service Handbook

Article Number 2. 540005
Issue 1:
January 1993
Issue 2:
July 1998
Issue c:
April 2002
Associated Documents
Guide to SCHILLER Interpretation
and Measurement Program E / D / F
Article No.
2.510179
SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - English
Article No.
2.510127
SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - German
Article No.
2.510126
SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - French
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2.510128
Copyright 2002 by SCHILLER AG

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Where to Obtain Service
WELCH ALLYN SCHILLER Inc., 7420 Carroll Road, San Diego, CA , US-92121-2334
USA
USA / Canada
Tel.: +1 858 635 6023
Fax : +1 858 635 6611
Home Page : www.welchallyn.com
Asia Pacific
SCHILLER Asia Pacific, 10 Jalan SS 3/33, Taman Universiti, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor,
Malaysia
Tel.: + 603 7877 5336
Fax : + 603 7877 5744
SCHILLER HmbH, Kampmllerweg 24, A-4044 Linz, Austria

Austria
Tel.: + 43 732 709 90
France
Fax : + 43 732 757 000
SCHILLER Medical S.A, BP 50, 19, Avenue de la Gare, F-67162 Wissembourg / Cedex,
France
Tel.: +33 3 88 63 36 00
Germany (EU
authorized
representative)
India
Fax : +33 3 88 94 12 82
SCHILLER Medizintechnik GmbH, Rudolf-Diesel Strasse 14, D-85521 Ottobrunn, Germany

Tel.: + 4989 629 981 0
Fax : + 4989 609 509 0
SCHILLER Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.,D.C.Silk Mills Compound, 'A' Wing, 1st floor, 5,
Chunawala Estate, Kondivitta Lane, Andheri - Kurla Road, Andheri (E, Mumbai - 400 059,
India
Tel.: + 9122 826 3520
Fax : + 9122 826 3525
ESAOTE Spa (SCHILLER), Via di Caciolle 15, I-50127 Firenze, Italy

Italy
Tel.: + 39055 4229 201
Fax : + 39055 4229 208
SCHILLER Reomed AG, Riedstrasse 14, CH-8953 Dietikon, Switzerland

Switzerland
Tel.: +411 744 3000
Fax : + 411 740 3710
SCHILLER AG, Altgasse 68, CH-6341 Baar, Switzerland

All other
countries
Tel.: + 4141 766 4242
Fax : + 4141 761 0880
Home Page : www.schiller.ch
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Warranty
Disclaimer
The Information in this guide has been carefully checked for reliability; however no guarantee is
given as to the correctness of the contents and SCHILLER makes no representations or warranties
regarding the contents of this manual. We reserve the right to revise this document and make
changes in the specification of the product described within at any time without obligation to notify
any person of such revision or change.
Trademarks
SCHILLER and AT-10 are registered trademarks of SCHILLER AG. All trademarks are the
property of their owners.
Copyright Notice
Copyright 1998 by SCHILLER AG. All rights reserved. You may not reproduce, transmit,
transcribe, store in a retrieval system or translate into any language, in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, any part of this
publication without express written permission of SCHILLER AG.
Terms of Warranty
The SCHILLER AT-10 is warranted against defects in material and manufacture for the duration
of one year (as from date of purchase). Excluded from this guarantee is damage caused by an
accident or as a result of improper handling. The warranty entitles free replacement of the defective
part. Any liability for subsequent damage is excluded. The warranty is void if unauthorized or
unqualified persons attempt to make repairs.
In case of a defect, send the apparatus to your dealer or directly to the manufacturer.
The manufacturer can only be held responsible for the safety, reliability, and performance of the
apparatus if:
assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs are carried out by
persons authorized by him, and
the unit and approved attached equipment is used in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
WARRANTIES HEREINABOVE SET FORTH. SCHILLER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO
THE PRODUCT OR PARTS THEREOF.
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Safety Notices
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT. NO SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS ANY DANGER OF EXPLOSION
OR THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE GASES SUCH AS ANAESTHETIC AGENTS.
IF THE DISPLAY IS DAMAGED, A LEAKAGE OF FLUID MAY OCCUR. DO NOT INHALE
THE VAPOUR FROM THIS FLUID AND AVOID CONTACT WITH MOUTH AND SKIN. IF
CONTACT IS MADE, CLEAN CONTAMINATED AREA IMMEDIATELY WITH FRESH
WATER.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR STERILE USE.
SWITCH THE UNIT OFF BEFORE CLEANING AND DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, IMMERSE THE UNIT OR CABLE ASSEMBLIES
IN LIQUID.
DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT IF THE EARTH CONNECTION IS SUSPECT OR IF THE
MAINS LEAD IS DAMAGED OR SUSPECTED OF BEING DAMAGED.
DO NOT USE HIGH TEMPERATURE STERILISATION PROCESSES (SUCH AS
AUTOCLAVING). DO NOT USE E-BEAM OR GAMMA RADIATION STERILISATION.
DO NOT USE SOLVENT CLEANERS
USE ONLY ACCESSORIES AND OTHER PARTS RECOMMENDED OR SUPPLIED BY
SCHILLER AG. USE OF OTHER THAN RECOMMENDED OR SUPPLIED PARTS MAY
RESULT IN INJURY INACCURATE INFORMATION AND/ OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.
THE AT-10 COMPLIES WITH EMC REGULATIONS FOR MEDICAL PRODUCTS WHICH
AFFORDS PROTECTION AGAINST EMISSIONS AND ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE.
HOWEVER SPECIAL CARE MUST BE EXERCISED WHEN THE AT-4 IS USED WITH
HIGH FREQUENCY EQUIPMENT.
IT MUST BE ENSURED THAT NEITHER THE PATIENT NOR THE ELECTRODES
(INCLUDING THE NEUTRAL ELECTRODE) COME INTO CONTACT WITH OTHER
PERSONS OR CONDUCTING OBJECTS (EVEN IF THESE ARE EARTHED).
THERE IS NO DANGER WHEN USING THE ECG UNIT FOR A PACEMAKER PATIENT OR
WITH SIMULTANEOUS USE OF OTHER ELECTRICAL STIMULATION EQUIPMENT.
HOWEVER, THE STIMULATION UNITS SHOULD ONLY BE USED AT A SUFFICIENT
DISTANCE FROM THE ELECTRODES. IN CASE OF DOUBT, THE PATIENT SHOULD BE
DISCONNECTED FROM THE RECORDER.

Safety Notices
THIS UNIT IS CF CLASSIFIED ACCORDING TO IEC 601-1. THIS MEANS THAT THE
PATIENT CONNECTION IS FULLY ISOLATED AND DEFIBRILLATION PROTECTED.
SCHILLER CAN ONLY GUARANTEE PROTECTION AGAINST DEFIBRILLATION
VOLTAGE, HOWEVER, WHEN THE ORIGINAL SCHILLER PATIENT CABLE IS USED.
WHEN NON-MEDICAL DEVICES ARE CONNECTED TO THE RS-232 INTERFACE ENSURE
THAT BOTH UNITS ARE SECURELY CONNECTED TO THE SAME EARTH POTENTIAL.
WHEN OPERATING THE UNIT ON BATTERY AND SIMULTANEOUSLY USING NONMEDICAL DEVICES, THE RS-232 INTERFACE MUST BE FULLY ISOLATED.
BEFORE USING THE UNIT, ENSURE THAT AN INTRODUCTION REGARDING THE
UNIT FUNCTIONS AND THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS HAS BEEN PROVIDED BY A
SCHILLER REPRESENTATIVE.
THE GUIDELINES FOR PATIENT ELECTRODE PLACEMENT ARE PROVIDED AS ON
OVERVIEW ONLY. THEY ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL EXPERTISE.
THE AT-10 ECG UNIT IS PROVIDED FOR THE EXCLUSIVE USE OF QUALIFIED
PHYSICIANS OR PERSONNEL UNDER THEIR DIRECT SUPERVISION. THE NUMERICAL
AND GRAPHICAL RESULTS AND ANY INTERPRETATION DERIVED FROM A
RECORDING MUST BE EXAMINED WITH RESPECT TO THE PATIENTS OVERALL
CLINICAL CONDITION. THE RECORDING PREPARATION QUALITY AND THE
GENERAL RECORDED DATA QUALITY, WHICH COULD EFFECT THE REPORT DATA
ACCURACY, MUST ALSO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT.
IT IS THE PHYSICIANS RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE THE DIAGNOSIS OR TO OBTAIN
EXPERT OPINION ON THE RESULTS, AND TO INSTITUTE CORRECT TREATMENT IF
INDICATED.
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Whats in this Book

THE SERVICE PHILOSOPHY FOR ALL SCHILLER UNITS IS FAULT FINDING TO
MODULE LEVEL. THE PURPOSE OF THIS BOOK IS TO PROVIDE ALL THE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO ENABLE THE SERVICE ENGINEER TO EFFICIENTLY LOCATE
AND REPLACE A FAULTY MODULE. THIS BOOK ASSUMES NO DETAILED KNOWLEDGE OF THE AT-10 BUT DOES REQUIRE THAT THE SERVICE ENGINEER IS FAMILIAR WITH STANDARD WORKSHOP PRACTICES.
The book is divided into the following chapters:
Chapter 1 - Operating Elements

The purpose of this chapter is to provide an easy reference for all the main operator functions and
to give a basic introduction to the AT-10. This chapter gives details of the operator controls with
the operation and function of each key briefly explained. The information in this chapter provides
a background to the operating functions only. Complete operating information is provided in the
SCHILLER AT-10 Operating Manual.
Chapter 2 - Functional Overview

This chapter provides a functional overview of the AT-10 The functional description is supported
by functional block diagrams.
Chapter 3 - Fault Diagnosis

This chapter provides a guide to locate a fault to module level. The diagnostics are presented in a
logical sequence of fault finding algorithms and procedures. Illustrations are provided to support
the text where needed.
Chapter 4 - Physical Overview & Module Replacement

This chapter gives an overview of the physical construction of the AT-10 with the main physical
attributes of the unit briefly described. The physical description is supported by illustrations
showing the internal location of all modules. Removal and Replacement instructions for all
replaceable modules are also provided in this chapter. Each procedure is autonomous with details
of tools, jumper settings, adjustments, and settings or special requirements that are required before
and after replacement. Functional checks that must be carried out after replacing a new module are
also provided.
Chapter 5 - Functional Checks & Adjustments

This chapter provides all adjustments and settings. Also detailed in this chapter are basic functional
test procedures that can be performed to check the functioning of the unit.
Chapter 6 - Spare Parts

This Chapter provides the part numbers and reordering information for all replaceable modules.
Also included in this chapter are details of any special test equipment or special tools required for
adjustment or fault finding procedures.
Chapter 7 - Technical Data

The full technical specification of the AT-10 is given in this chapter.
Chapter 8 - Glossary
This Chapter explains all the acronyms and signal titles used in this book and in the AT-10 circuit
diagrams.
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Whats in this Book

Circuit Diagrams & Board Layouts
The circuit diagrams and component layouts are provided for all boards. These details are provided
for information only.
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Chapter 1
Operating Elements

Chapter 1
Operating Elements
Contents
Introduction
1.2
The Keyboard
1.4
Alpha Numeric Keypad

General Purpose Keys
Control Keys
Function Keys
Resting ECG Function Keys
Exercise Function Keys
Connector Panels
Side Panel
Back Panel
Mains Panel
1.4
1.4
1.6
1.7
1.7
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.9
1.10
1.11
Liquid Crystal Display
1.12
Calibration
1.13
Manual Baseline Reset

System Setup
1.13
1.14
Defining Macro Functions

Save Settings
ECG Menu
1.14
1.15
1.16
Filters
1.17
Baseline Filter
Myogram Filter
Mains Filter
1.17
1.17
1.17
Number of Printed Copies
1.18
Lead Sequence
1.19
User-programmable Lead Group
1.20
Programmable channels for Printout
1.21
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Operating Elements

Introduction
The Schiller Cardiovit AT-10
The CARDIOVIT AT-10 is a sophisticated compact work-station for cardiological diagnosis. It has
the facility to carry out both resting and exercise ECGs with the test results displayed on the integral
LCD and recorded on the built-in thermal printer.
Three RS-232 interfaces and one RS-422 interface are provided for the connection of digitally
controlled exercise test equipment, blood pressure equipment, and for data transmission/reception.
The unit also has facilities for connection of an external video monitor, experimental DC inputs, and
analog controlled exercise equipment.
With ECG program options, the AT-10 can be upgraded to provide ECG interpretation, exercise
test evaluation, pacemaker measurement and Frank vector loops. A Spirometry option enables
Spirometry tests to be performed and pulmonary function diagnosis to be carried out.
The AT-10 can also be connected to the Schiller PC-based data management program (designated
SEMA-200), for the validation and archiving of recorded data.
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Introduction (cont.)
The main operating and connection modules of the Cardiovit AT-10 are as follows:
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Keyboard
The keyboard is divided into three functional areas. The

top area comprises the unit ON/OFF keys, the paper tray
key and other general function keys. The central area
contains dedicated control and function keys, and the
bottom area contains the alpha-numeric keys and other
general function keys.
LCD Screen
The LCD screen displays the real-time ECG traces and

certain operating and status information. Under operator
control the display also gives menu options and displays
operator entered data. The display is folded down when not
in use.
Thermal Printer
The printer provides hard copy of test results.
Right-hand Side Panel
The side panel contains dc input connectors, the ECG

patient connector, the Spirometry connector and RS serial
connectors. When the floppy disk storage option is installed,
the disk drive is installed on this side panel.
Left-hand Side Panel
This panel contains the paper tray and (below the paper
tray) the program pack.
Rear Panel
The rear panel contains the data input/output connector,

the external video monitor and the ERGO connector. The
rear panel also contains the mains connector with on/off
switch, voltage selector and mains fuse. When the LAN
option is installed the LAN connector is mounted on the
back panel
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Operating Elements
The Keyboard
Alpha Numeric Keypad
The functions of the dual purpose keys on the alphanumeric keyboard are as follows:
DUAL PURPOSE KEYS

KEY
FUNCTION
'1' to
'7'
Printout Speed Selection 2.5, 5, 10, 12.5, 25, 50, or 100

mm/s
'8' to `_
Printout Sensitivity Selection 2.5, 5, 10, or 20 mm/mV
General Purpose Keys

The general purpose keys to the right of the alpha-numeric keypad, are as follows:
The direction keys are used to move the cursor in order to make menu selections
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The Keyboard (cont.)
The top line of the keyboard is dual purpose and when the unit is in the ECG mode, these keys double
as control for the direct setting of speed and sensitivity for manual printout. Otherwise, the
alphanumeric keyboard serves as a normal keyboard for data input.
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Control Keys
The Control keys are situated at the top of the keyboard and contain the function keys which are
common to all function modules. The control keys are as follows:
Note:
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Slight functional differences may exist in different modes

Chapter 1
Operating Elements

Function Keys
The function keys are arranged in a group in the middle of the keyboard. The left part of the group
comprises keys for the resting ECG recording functions. The middle part comprises keys for the
Exercise ECG functions. On the right hand side is the SPIRO key for the optional pulmonary
function testing program. The following is a summary of the keys and their functions:
Resting ECG Function Keys
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Operating Elements


Exercise Function Keys
* The grade increases when pressed in conjunction with the YES (+) key and decreases when
pressed in conjunction with the NO (-) key.
The Speed/Load increases when pressed in conjunction with the YES (+) key and decreases
when pressed in conjunction with the NO (-) key.
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Connector Panels
Side Panel
The following are located on the side panel:

1. 1 X RS-232C interface for connection of a bicycle with blood pressure measuring device
(Port 1)
2. 1 X RS-232C interface for connection of an ergometer (bicycle or treadmill) (Port 2)
3. 1 X RS-232C interface for data transfer (Port 3)
4. 1 X RS-422 interface for data transfer
5. LCD contrast control
6. DC inputs: DC2
0.5V/cm
7. DC inputs: DC1
0.5V/cm
8. Connection for SP-20, SP-150, SP-110 or SP-110/R flow sensor for lung function
measurements (Option)
9. Test socket for electrode leads with control light
10. EKG / ECG Socket for patient cable
Note:
The socket is CF rated ie fully floating and isolated, defibrillation protected, suitable
for intra-cardiac application.
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Connector Panels (cont.)

Back Panel
The following connectors are located on the back panel:

1. Identification Plate
2. Mains Module
3. Connector for external video
4. Exercise (stress) test connection for analogue ergometers (bicycle or treadmill)
5. Data I/O socket for connection of foot-switch, QRS trigger, treadmill elevation control
6. Potential equalisation (ground) connection
7. Local area network Connector (Option)
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Connector Panels (cont.)

Mains Panel
The following are located on the mains panel:

1. Mains fuse (200 mA slow) and voltage selector
2. Mains connection
3. Voltage indicator (mains)
4. Power on / off switch
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Liquid Crystal Display

The liquid crystal display (LCD) performs both as a real-time monitor and as an alphanumeric
display for menu selection, data input and the provision of important information.
The display can be folded down when not in use. The contrast can be adjusted by means of the LCD
control located on the side panel of the unit.
A typical display of an ECG recording (with patient simulator connected) is as follows:
Depending on the function, the displayed information will vary but the screen is normally divided
into three general area as follows:
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The top of the screen gives status and operating information. These are permanently
displayed.
The central part of the screen is taken up with the measured waveform (ie ECG trace, Lung
function curve, etc) with the lead identifications or measurement units on the left-hand side.
The bottom of the screen displays the time interval of the recording, indicated in seconds.
The very bottom line gives, from left to right:
Selected Baseline and Myogram filter settings
Speed, sensitivity and the number of channels (for direct (manual) print-out)
The leads that are selected for the printout (for direct (manual) print-out)
Chapter 1
Operating Elements

Calibration
At any time during the ECG recording, a 1mV calibration signal can be manually produced by
pressing the <1mV> key on the keyboard. This 1mV square wave signal is indicated both on the
display and on the printout.
Manual Baseline Reset

Pressing the manual baseline recentre key
resets the displayed traces to the optimal
position. Use this key to centre the real-time ECG traces, when `drifting occurs.
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System Setup
There are several general settings for the AT-10. Press the <FNCT> key to call up the initial menu.
Two options are presented. Option 1 is for entry of the operator information - MTA (Medical
technical Assistant). The second menu item is the set-up option. Press <2> and the System Setup
menu is displayed as follows:
When the menu is entered, the cursor is always located on the first item. There are two ways to select
a particular menu item as follows:
press the number indicated to the left, or
use the direction keys to move the cursor to the item required and press the <ENTER> key.
Most of the options are self explanatory in the set-up menu, however the macro function and the save
setup options are detailed here.
Defining Macro Functions

With the AT-10 you can create your own macro functions and assign them to one of the first six
numerical keys on the alphanumeric keyboard. Up to 30 keystrokes can be stored for one macro
enabling you to call up a particular sub-menu or to carry out a particular programming sequence by
pressing only two keys.
Note:
Before starting to program a macro, it is advisable to carry out the sequence making
a note of the order of the key strokes for reference.
In the System Setup menu, press key <1> to call up the Macro function input menu. To start the
programming sequence, press key <I> , then the number key which you wish to program and then
carry out the required sequence.
Once the sequence is completed, press the <2nd> key followed by the <ESC> key and storage of
the keystroke sequence is confirmed by an audible tone.
To initiate a programmed Macro sequence, press the <2nd> key and then the programmed number
key on the alphanumeric keyboard. The sequence will remain stored until a new sequence
overwrites the existing macro programmed for that key.
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System Setup (cont.)

Save Settings
Programmable parameters can be stored as base settings. These stored settings are not erased when
the unit is switched off. To call up this function, select the last item in the System Setup menu and
the Save Settings menu is displayed as follows:
See the AT-10 Operating Manual for full explanation. By pressing <ENTER>, the actual
configuration will be permanently stored and confirmation is given with the message:
*** Settings memorized! ***.
By pressing key "X" the factory default settings are activated. Press <ENTER> and these settings
are stored and confirmed through the message:
*** Settings memorized! ***.
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ECG Menu
To call up the menu for any of the main functions, simply press the respective function key (eg
<ECG> for resting ECG, <EXERCISE> for exercise ECG, etc). To return from any menu directly
to the Monitor mode, press the <FNCT> key. To return from any menu to the previous menu, press
the ESC key. To call up the main resting ECG menu, press the ECG key.
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Filters
There are five filters which can be set before starting the recording of an ECG. To call up the menu
for these filters, press the <ECG> key, then select option ÈCG Settings followed by 'Filters. The
following menu is displayed:
Baseline Filter
A digital baseline filter has been designed in order to suppress excessive baseline drifts. By pressing
key <1> (for resting ECGs) or key <2> (for exercise ECGs), the setting can be altered to one of the
following values: 0.50, 0.25, 0.12 or 0.05 Hz. The value set is the lower limit of the frequency range
and is normally set to 0.05Hz (IEC recommendation), i.e. a frequency range of 0.05 to 150Hz.
The settings 0.12, 0.25 and 0.50Hz should only be used when absolutely necessary as the possibility
exists that they could affect the original ECG signal, especially the ST segments.
Pressing key <4>, <5> or <7> toggles the smooth filter, the baseline stabilisation or the pacemaker
detection circuit on or off.
The current baseline filter setting is indicated at the bottom of the screen. Once the setting has been
changed, firstly press the <FILTER> key in order to reset this indication.
Myogram Filter
The myogram filter suppresses disturbances caused by strong muscle tremor. This filter can be
switched on and off by pressing the <FILTER> key. When set to off, the displayed setting will be
150Hz. When set to on, the selected cut-off frequency (25 or 35Hz) will be indicated.
To alter the setting for the filter, press key <3> and the cut-off frequency can be set to either 25 or
35Hz. The current Myogram filter setting is indicated at the bottom of the screen to the right of the
baseline filter setting. Once the setting has been changed, press the <FILTER> key in order to reset
this indication.
The stored ECG can be printed either with or without passing the myogram filter.
Note:
Using the myogram filter causes wave amplitudes on the printout to be reduced by as
much as 20%. Average cycles and measurement values however are not affected by
this filter.
Mains Filter
The mains filter is an adaptive 50Hz / 60Hz digital interference filter designed to suppress ac
interference without attenuating or distorting the ECG. By pressing key <6>, the filter can be set
according to country requirements to either 50Hz (for most European countries) or 60Hz (for the
USA) or switched off.
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Number of Printed Copies

The number of copies to be printed out can be pre-selected. To do this, press the <ECG> key, select
the ECG Settings / Further Settings menu option and then select ''Number of copies'' (1).
Press key <1> several times to select the required number of copies (either 1, 2, 3, 4 or none).
The unit will now produce the specified number of ECG copies whenever the <AUTO START>
or <COPY> key is pressed.
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Lead Sequence
The lead sequence can be set to either Standard or Cabrera. The sequence required can be selected
by pressing the <ECG> key, selecting the ECG Settings / Further Settings menu option and then
selecting ''12 Lead Sequence'' (2).
Press key <2> to toggle between Standard and Cabrera leads.
Lead Groups
Standard
Cabrera
VI
II
V4
aVL
V1
II
V4
II
V2
aVF
V5
V2
aVF
V5
III
V3
III
V6
-aVR
V3
III
V6
aVR
V4
V2
V7
II
V4
V2
V7
aVL
V5
V4
V8
aVF
V5
V4
V8
aVF
V6
V5
V9
III
V6
V5
V9
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User-programmable Lead Group

The user-programmable group comprises 12 leads which can be individually programmed. To
program these leads, press the <ECG >key, select the ECG Settings menu option and then select
''Programmable Leads'' (5). The following table is then displayed:
The display shows the leads currently programmed. The numbers 1 to 12 symbolise the order of the
leads and the actual lead identifications show which lead is in which position in the group.
To program your own lead group, simply enter the code number of the lead you require and press
it several times to select the lead that you want. As an example, to select lead V1 as the first lead,
press key <1> several times until lead V1 is displayed. All leads can be programmed in this way.
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Programmable channels for Printout

The number of channels for the printout can be set to either 3, 4 (5,7), 6 or a user-defined number.
To set this user-defined number, press the <ECG> key, select the ECG Settings / Further Settings
menu option and then select ''Programmable Channels'' (3).
Press key <3>, several times to select the required number of channels (ie, 4, 5 or 7). This setting
is particularly useful when, for example, additional Doppler or Phono waveforms are to be recorded
through the experimental inputs.
Note:
Selection of the number of channels (ie, 3, 4 or 6) is performed by pressing the

<PRINTER CHANNEL> key and the current selection is indicated at the bottom of
the screen.
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Chapter 2
Functional Overview

Chapter 2
Functional Overview
Contents
Block Diagram
2.3
Brief Description
2.4
Overall Functional Description
2.7
Power Supply
Processor and Memory
ECG
Keyboard
Power Supply
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.8
2.11
On/Off Control and Low Battery Voltage Monitoring

Battery Controller
Processor Board
2.11
2.12
2.15
CPU
Program Pack
Memory
Communications Controller
Stress Analog Input/Output
Thermal Print Head Controller
Programmable Printer Timer and Beeper
2.15
2.15
2.15
2.16
2.17
2.17
2.17
Power On Reset
ECG Amplifier
2.18
2.20
ECG Isolated Power Supplies

Pacemaker Trigger
Cable Tester
Interface Board
2.20
2.21
2.22
2.23
Thermal Printer Control

Paper Carriage Control
2.23
2.25
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Functional Overview
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Functional Overview

Block Diagram
P21
AT-10
P27
MAINS
PAPER
DC
MOTOR
P22
STEPPER
MOTOR
P24
PAPER
MARK
DETECTION
P23
P29
THERMAL
PRINT
HEAD
P13
KEYBOARD
MK 8-3
INTERFACE
P20
P20
MK 8-5
POWER SUPPLY
MK 8-6
24 V
BATTERY
P25
P26
P12
LCD/KEYBOARD
BUFFER
P12
MK 8-4
P14
P15
LCD
P1
DC 1
DC 2
P8
P9
SP-110/R
P1
P7
P2
RS INTERFACE
MK 8-7
RS-232 (x 3) AND
ONE RS-422
PROGRAM
PACK
PROCESSOR
MK 8-11
MK 8-1
P4
DATA I/O
P4
ERGO
P3
VIDEO
ECG AMPLIFIER
MK 7-20
ECG
P6
AT-10 Basic Block and Interconnection Diagram
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Brief Description
The AT-10 comprises the following boards and major functional areas:
Power Supply
The power supply rectifies the mains input and generates

all the required voltages for the AT-10 electronics. Two
rechargeable 12V batteries, connected in series, provide
the power for the printer and enable the AT-10 to operate
for about one hour when mains is not present.
Processor Board
The Processor Board is the master control for all peripherals

and contains the main CPU, system timing circuits and the
unit RAM memory. This board also contains the following:
Video signal generation circuits and the video/LCD
conversion circuit for the LCD
Program Pack containing the unit software
Print control, keyboard timing, and graphics control
circuits
The Processor Board communicates externally over the
following connectors:
Serial RS-232 and RS-422 interfaces for connection of
RS controlled treadmills and blood pressure measuring
equipment. A port is also available for data transmission
to other ECG equipment or to an external computer for
data evaluation and storage.
ERGO connector which provides an analog output to
control the speed of a treadmill or the load on a bicycle
ergometer. An analog signal is returned from a treadmill
to indicate the current elevation and speed.
Data I/O connector which is used for the following:
-
a foot-switch input
QRS trigger output for BP-200
control signal for treadmill elevation
Video connector for connection of an external

monochrome VGA standard monitor. The digital video
signal reflects the current LCD display.
Spirometry connector for connection of a spirometer
(SP-20, SP110, SP-150).
DC connectors (DC1, DC2) which are used for
experimental analog input signals.
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Brief Description (cont.)

ECG Amplifier Board
This board amplifies and carries out some signal processing

on the incoming ECG signals. To ensure absolute safety of
the patient, all incoming/outgoing data is via opto-isolators.
Interface Board
The Interface board contains the following:

Paper mark detection circuit
Thermal print head data buffers
Stepper motor control circuit
Control circuit for the paper tray dc motor
LCD/Keyboard Buffer Board
This board buffers the LCD and keyboard data and contains
the high voltage circuit for the LCD.
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ECG
SP-100/R
DCIN1
DCIN2
MAINS
REPLACE
PAPER
+ 12 V
DC - DC
CONVERTER
CABLE
TESTER
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
INPUT
AMPLIFIER
A /D
CONVERTER
MAINS
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
PROCESSOR
AND
MULTIPLEXER
ECG AMPLIFIER MK 7-2
INTERFACE
SP-100
MICROPROCESSOR
BOARD
MK 8-1
FILTER AND
VOLTAGE SWITCH
TIMER
PHOTODETECTOR
PAPER MARK
DETECTION
AT-10 Functional Block Diagram
PRINTER MOTOR
PAPER TRAY
MOTOR
PRINT HEAD
CONTROLLER
STATIC AND
DYNAMIC RAM/
EEPROM
BATTERY
CHARGE
MONITOR
POWER
CONTROL
ADDRESS
DATA
CONTROL
MOTOR
DRIVER
Multiplexed
ECG
PROGRAM
PACK
24V
ON/OFF
PAPER TRAY
MOTOR CONTROL
INTERFACE
MK 8-5
POWER SUPPLY MK 8-6
OPTO
ISOLATOR
MASTER
CPU
RECTIFICATION
VOLTAGE
REGULATION
POWER SUPPLY MK 8-6
PRINT HEAD
THERMAL PRINT
HEAD BUFFER
COMMUNICATIONS
CONTROLLER
BATTERY CAPACITY
TO CPU
VOLTAGE
REGULATION
KEYBOARD
K/B
BUFFER
LCD/KEYBOARD
BUFFERMK 8-4
DISPLAY
LCD
BUFFER
VIDEO - LCD
CONVERTER
GRAPHICS
CONTROLLER
ANALOG
STRESS
INPUT / OUTPUT
COMMUNICATIONS
DRIVER
+UB
UNIT POWER
SUPPLIES
+5V
12 V
- 18 V
VIDEO
ERGO
DATA I/O
RS-422
RS-232
(x 3)
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Overall Functional Description

Power Supply
Mains is applied to the power supply via a mains filter, on/off switch and a voltage selection switch.
The voltage selection switch connects the supply to the relevant winding of the mains isolation
transformer. The ac voltage is then rectified to produce a resultant dc voltage of approximately
+27V. This voltage is applied to regulator circuits which generate all of the dc power supplies
required by the AT-10 electronics.
The power on/off control circuit switches the supply voltage to the regulators. The power on/off is
controlled by the following conditions:
On signal from the keyboard
Off signal from the Microprocessor (Off key pressed on keyboard, Reset pressed, Batt
Down (5V supply below 4.75V))
Overcurrent condition on the +12V rail
Two 12V batteries, connected in series, directly provide the power for the thermal printer, and
provide power for the switching regulators when mains is not connected. The charge state of the
battery is monitored by a battery charge monitor circuit.
Processor and Memory

The AT-10 is controlled by a high speed, CMOS 68000 processor with a 16-bit data bus and 23bit address bus. The clock speed is 16.7 MHz. The processor works in conjunction with a dedicated
gate array which is custom programmed to perform specific tasks. The working RAM memory
comprises 256 kByte of static RAM and 2MByte of dynamic RAM. The dynamic RAM holds the
ECG (or spirometry) data and other variables and an EEPROM holds the operator selectable
parameters. The unit software comprises 256kBytes of EPROM contained on the program pack. A
digital signal processing chip, also situated on the program pack, is used for real-time processing
of ECG data.
ECG
The ECG signal from the patient is low pass filtered, amplified and applied to the processor and
multiplexer circuit. The ECG Amplifier board carries out the following:
Analog to digital conversion of the ECG signal at a sampling rate of 4kHz
Reduction of the sampling rate to 1kHz
Detection of pacemaker signals and
Determination of the pulse width of a pacemaker signal
Transmission of the processed ECG (and PM measurements and status signals) over the
opto-isolators
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Overall Functional Description (cont.)

The serial input/output is transmitted to the master CPU at 2.5 MBaud and commands are received
from the master CPU at 38.4 kBaud. To ensure absolute patient safety, an isolation transformer
galvanically isolates the AT-10 power supply from the patient.
A cable tester circuit is also incorporated on this board which allows open circuit testing of the
electrode leads. It is automatically activated when a patient lead is connected to the test point.
Keyboard
The keyboard is a matrix style circuit which is periodically scanned by the processor via the
Keyboard Interface circuit. When a key is pressed, the key information is clocked to the Processor
board for interpretation by the master CPU.
Printer Control
The Thermal Print Head is controlled by the print head controller circuit and the timer circuit. The
print head controller serialises the parallel data written by the CPU into a 16-bit FIFO register. The
timer circuit controls how long current is applied to the head, and thus the intensity of the print-out.
The printer motor speed is controlled by the master CPU via the timer circuit.
Graphics Control
The display data is generated in the graphics processor circuit under the control of the master CPU.
The graphics processor outputs a VGA standard serial video signal. The video signal is converted
to an LCD signal by the Video - LCD circuit.
Miscellaneous Inputs/Outputs
Spirometry
The serial input signal from the spirometer is connected to the interface circuit. The serial data is
clocked into a shift register in the interface circuit and, when enabled the data is presented in parallel
on the data bus for interpretation by the master CPU.
DC Inputs
The dc input connectors allow analog signals, for example from an ultra sound device or a phono
/ pulse recording unit, to be input to the AT-10. The analog inputs are converted to a digital level
and presented on the data bus. The maximum input voltage is 2.5 V p-p.
Video Connector
The video connector outputs the serial video signal generated by the graphics processor. The video
connector reflects the same data as that displayed on the LCD.
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Overall Functional Description (cont.)

ERGO
The analog stress I/O circuit contains a digital to analog converter that converts load or speed
control data to an analog voltage. The elevation and speed of the treadmill is returned as an analog
value and converted to digital data for interpretation by the main CPU. When a bicycle is connected
an analog signal representing the load is sent and received.
Serial Ports
The communications controller contains USARTS which generate serial signals for the transmission and reception of data. The communications driver circuit contains interface circuits to ensure
signal level compatibility with RS-232. The RS-422 connector is used when high data rates are
required or when longer cable lengths are used.
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MAINS
INPUT
POTENTIAL
EQUALISATION
STUD
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MAINS
FUSE
200mAT
LINE
FILTER
&ON/OFF
SWITCH
MAINS MODULE
AT-10 (PART)
LEDB - FROM
PROCESSOR
BOARD
24V
RECHARGABLE
LEAD-ACID
BATTERIES
(2 X 12V)
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
BATT
CURRENT
SENSE
SI1
10AT
SWITCHING
REGULATOR
(POWER
FACTOR
CONTROLLER)
+UB
CURRENT
SENSE AND
RECTIFICATION
FILTER
VOLTAGE/
CURRENT
MONITORING
CURRENT/
FREQUENCY
CONVERSION
SI2
2AF
+US
UP/DOWN
COUNTER
+3.5V
REGULATOR
12V
SWITCHING
REGULATOR
+5V
SWITCHING
REGULATOR
D/A
CONVERTER
OVER
CURRENT
BATTERY
LOW
VOLTAGE
OFF - FROM
CPU
ON/OFF
CONTROL
Power Supply - Functional Block Diagram
MAINS
LCD/KEYBOARD
BUFFER MK 8-4
POWER
RECTIFIER
POWER SUPPLY
BOARD MK 8-6
ON - FROM
K/B
BATTLC - TO
PROCESSOR
BOARD
-18V
REGULATOR
-12V
REGULATOR
+UB
+UBU
+12V
-18V
-12V
+5V
VCC
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Power Supply
Mains is applied to the line filter via the on/off switch and two 200 mA, slow-blow fuses. The line
filter incorporates a temperature variable resistor to ensure that the current is limited at initial
switch-on. After a few seconds the resistor warms, the resistance drops and normal power is
supplied. The voltage switch ensures that the correct primary winding of the isolation transformer
is used for the mains voltage applied.
The transformed ac input is full-wave rectified by a bridge rectifier to produce a dc voltage of
approximately +22V. The rectified voltage is used by a switching regulator and filter circuit to
generate the +UB supply .
The switching regulator comprises a power factor controller chip (U1) and associated components.
The switching regulator controls a power MOS FET (Q1) which acts as a switch to regulate the
current flow in loading coil T1. Thus, via diode D4 and output filter (C89, C13 etc), the voltage of
+UB is regulated to +27V.
The pulse width set by U1, is determined by a zero current detection circuit incorporated in U1
(tapping from loading coil T1), the feedback on the current sense (via Q1 power FET), (and the
voltage feedback from +UB (via VR1) when mains is connected (Q3 is switched on). The frequency
of the switching can be between 40kHz and 500kHz.
An overvoltage protection circuit monitors +UB when the unit is operating form the mains and cuts
the voltage to the power supply if +UB exceeds +35V. The overvoltage protection circuit is formed
by Q30 and associated components and monitors +UB via Q3 (which is only switched on when
mains is connected to the unit). When an overvoltage is detected, the dc input voltage to the +UB
switching regulator is cut by switching off Q5.
A short circuit protection circuit formed by Q4, C3 and associated components, monitors for
undervoltage which indicates high current and a possible short circuit. If an undervoltage is detected
Q5 is switched off.
On/Off Control and Low Battery Voltage Monitoring

The supply for the +5 and 12V regulators is controlled by an on/off control circuit. The switch of
the on/off control circuit is Q11. It is initially switched on by the ON signal from the keyboard, and
then latched by the Vcc (+5V) supply. When the OFF signal from the processor goes low, Q11 is
switched off, the power to the switching regulators is cut, and the unit is switched off.
The voltage of the battery is monitored by comparator U6C (monitoring the +US power rail). If the
voltage drops below 18.8V (battery voltage low) Q11 is switched off. In the same manner if an
overcurrent or overvoltage (+12V) is detected, Q11 is switched off via U7B.
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Power Supply (cont.)

+5V and 12V Switching Regulators
The 5V and 12V step down switching regulators both function in the same manner. The description
given here is for the 12V regulator.
Power FETs Q9 and Q10 form a push-pull circuit which switches the supply to loading coil T2. The
power FET control circuit is formed by U6A which monitors the ac feedback (via C24) and dc
feedback (via R47) to control the switching oscillator (U5B, C17). A gate booster for the power
FETs is provided by U4 and associated components.
Secondary windings of T2 provide voltages of 13V and 25V. These are used by linear voltage
regulators to produce the regulated -12V and -18V supplies respectively.
The power supply distribution is given on the following table.
POWER SUPPLY DISTRIBUTION

Power Supplies
Boards
+5V
(VCC)
+ 12 V
- 12 V
Processor Board
LCD/Keyboard Buffer
ECG Amplifier
Interface Board
-18V
+UBU
Backup
+ UB
3
3
Battery Controller
The battery controller circuit measures the charge/discharge current of the battery to enable the
CPU to calculate the capacity of the battery. The battery controller circuit also controls the battery
LED to give a visual indication when the battery is charging and when the unit is using battery power.
The negative side of the battery is connected to a current sense circuit. Operational amplifier U15B
gives an indication to the counter of the current direction ie charging or discharging. Operational
amplifiers U15C and U15A form a current rectification and measurement circuit the output of which
is fed to a current frequency converter circuit. The current/frequency converter provides a
frequency output that is directly proportional to the battery charge or discharge current. The output
of the current/frequency converter clocks an up/down counter which is used to indicate the charge/
discharge current and charge/discharge time of the battery, and thus the actual capacity of the
battery.
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Power Supply (cont.)

The frequency of the current/frequency converter at a charge or discharge rate of 1A is approximately 31.3Hz.
The counter counts up when the battery is discharging and down when the battery is charging. The
count is converted to an analog value by D/A converter U13 for use by the CPU in determining the
charge state of the battery. When the battery is fully charged ie counter all `1s, the DAC output
is 0V.
The counter is preset when the battery is fully charged. This is carried out by a comparator U14C
which acts as a current sense and goes high when the charging rate of the battery is less than 10mA.
Via Q23, the PRESET signal goes low and the counter is preset to all `1s. This circuit is also used
(via Q24) to light the battery LED when the battery is charging.
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SP-100
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SP-100
CONTROL
SHIFT
REGISTER
ECGI From
ECG Amp
MICROPROCESSOR
BOARD
MK 8-1
AT-10 (PART)
VCC
STATIC RAM/
EEPROM
AND
DYNAMIC RAM
SYSEN
PROGRAM
PACK
POWER ON
RESET AND
VOLTAGE SENSE
CONTROL
BUS
ADDRESS
BUS
DATA BUS
SHIFT
REGISTER
MAIN
PROCESSOR
MASTER RESET
GRAPHICS
CONTROLLER
LATCH
PROGRAMMABLE
TIMER
DUAL
PORT
RAM
SHIFT
REGISTER
CONTROL
TPDUR
ALBEEP
KBBEEP
ANALOG
STRESS
INPUT/OUTPUT
ISYS
VIDEO - LCD
CONVERTER
SERIAL VIDEO DATA
LOWER
UPPER
SERIAL PRINT DATA

AND CONTROL
MCLK
TPTH
COMMUNICATIONS
INTERFACE
ECGO to ECG Amplifier
PRINT HEAD
CONTROLLER
GATING
DATA
&
COMMUNICATIONS
CONTROL
CONTROLLER
Processor - Functional Block Diagram
REAL TIME
CLOCK
DECODER AND
SYSTEM CONTROL
CHIP SELECT
SIGNALS
LIQUID
CRYSTAL
DISPLAY
THERMAL
PRINTER
THERMAL
PRINTER
THERMAL
PRINTER
LOAD IN, RPM IN
LOAD OUT
VIDEO
CONNECTOR
RS-422
PORT
RS-232
PORT 3
RS-232
PORT 2
RS-232
PORT 1
DATA
I/O
DC 1
DC 2
ERGO
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Processor Board
CPU
Overall control and coordination of all circuits and all peripherals (with the exception of the paper
tray carriage motor), is by the CPU (U46) situated on the Microprocessor Board. The CPU used
is the 68000 and it works in conjunction with a dedicated gate array IC (U47). The main functions
of the gate array circuit are as follows:
To decode the address bus (A17 to A23) and generate the chip select (CS) signals for the
memory and the peripherals.
To generate interrupt priority signals (IPL0, IPL1, IPL2) for the main processor - the
highest priority interrupt is `7 the lowest `1.
To generate the row address strobe (RAS), column address strobe (CAS) and address
multiplex control signals for the dynamic RAM.
To synchronize the clock of the (asynchronous) ECG input signal.
Program Pack
The Program Pack comprises two EPROM chips and a DSP (digital signal processor). The DSP
is used for real time processing of the ECG signal as follows:
QRS detection
Filtering (Myogram, Mains, Baseline)
Lead calculation ( I, II .. etc)
A 20 MHz oscillator provides the clock input for the DSP. Communication between the main CPU
and the DSP is via a 16-bit parallel port integral in the DSP.
The EPROM chips contains the AT-10 software. The EPROMs each have 256 or 512 kByte of
memory which is addressed by address lines A0 to A20 and enabled by the EPROM CS signal.
Memory
Dynamic RAM
The Dynamic RAM comprises four 1 Mbyte RAM modules. The RAM control signals are
generated by the gate array (U47). The RAM data is transparently refreshed via CAS before RAS
control protocol at approximately 1kHz. The dynamic RAM stores the following data:
Printer pixel pattern
Printer text data
Stress test ECG data
Rhythm ECG data
Static RAM and EEPROM

The two 128k RAM chips (U25 & U26) are addressed via address lines A0 to A19; they are enabled
by the CSSRAM signal. The static RAMs use the back-up power supply so that the stored data is
not lost when the unit is switched off.
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Processor Board (cont.)

The static RAM stores the following:
Last 10 seconds of ECG data
Patient data
The AT-10 EEPROM memory stores some user defined parameter settings and comprises a single
64k EEPROM chip (U27). It shares an enable signal (CSRTCC) with the real time clock (U30).
Communications Controller
The Communications Controller carries out the following functions:
Controls the serial ports
Converts the incoming analog values from the ERGO connector to digital and vice versa.
Provides synchronization of the peripheral devices with the CPU
The communications controller comprises a single chip processor (U14) with built in RAM and
ROM to control the serial interfaces and Data I/O ports. Data between the Communications
Controller and the CPU, is via a dual port RAM (U13) which acts as a data buffer. It is selected by
the CSCC signal.
The inputs to the A/D converter of the communications controller processor are as follows:
Speed/load (LOADIN)
Elevation/RPM (RPMIN)
Temperature signal from the thermal print head.
Communication over the RS ports is via two dual communication interface controllers. Each of the
controllers monitor two RS ports as follows:
The enable signals for the communication controllers are generated by U14 via a binary to octal
converter (U15).
U14 also outputs the TREADMILL UP and TREADMILL DOWN signals (TMUP, TMDN) to
control treadmill elevation via the Data I/O port.
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Stress Analog Input/Output
The analog input/output circuit comprises a digital/analog converter circuit and buffer circuits that
carry out the following functions:
Converts the control commands for an exercise equipment (ergometer or treadmill), to the
required analog command signal - a 12-bit DAC (U40) produces the LOAD OUT signal
(ERGO 0). The output is 1V per 100 W.
Buffers and scales the returned analog responses from the ergometer or treadmill. The
returned signals are:
LOAD IN (ERGO 1) (also used for the treadmill speed input). The load signal is
100W = 1V,
RPM IN (ERGO 2) (also used for the treadmill elevation input). The RPM signal
scaling is 1V = 100 RPM, the elevation angle scaling is 1V = 12
These signals, are converted to a digital signal by the A/D converter in the Communications
Controller.
Thermal Print Head Controller

The thermal print head controller circuit comprises programmable generic array logic (GAL) chips
and latch buffers. Data to be printed is presented on the data bus and strobed through first in, first
out (FIFO) memories (U60 and U61) in two bytes (lower - D0 to D7, upper D8 to D15). The 10 input,
8 output GALs are programmed to serialise data from the FIFOs memories and send it in the
required format for the printer. To ensure a superior quality print the print head data is `cycled so
that each pulse is repeated eight times. This is carried out by FIFO memory U59.
TPD is the print head serial data signal, TPS0 and TPS1 are printer strobes, and TP clock is the 4
MHz serial data clock. The output to the printer is synchronized with the 1.9kHz clock. The
temperature control for the print head is set by the TPDUR signal (thermal print duration from the
programmable timer), which is strobed by signal TGATE (6kHz).
Programmable Printer Timer and Beeper

The timer circuit comprises U28 and U29 which decode the timing instructions from the CPU
encoded on the data bus. The timers are accessed by the CSEE signal. The timing signals produced
are as follows:
MCLK
The printer motor clock. The faster the speed of the motor the
faster the paper feed
ISYS
A general purpose timing clock of 2 kHz, used as system interrupt

(determines sampling rate, printing rate etc.)
TPDUR
The duration that the print head is heated. This is calculated by the
CPU, from the resistance of the print head and the measured
ambient temperature of the print head.
ALBEEP, KBBEEP
Audio signals for the alarm and keyboard beeper.
The timers are addressed by address lines A1 and A2 to select the required timing. The frequency
of the master clock input is 5 MHz.
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Graphics Controller
A VGA standard signal (480 rows with 640 pixels/row with a horizontal sync of approximately 31.8
kHz and a vertical sync of 60 Hz), is generated by a graphics processor chip (U39) and associated
components. The video controller also generates all the necessary protocol signals (HSYNC,
VSYNC etc).
The parallel data output of the video controller is fed to two 8-bit shift registers (U33 and U34)
which together convert the 16-bit parallel output from the video controller to the required serial
video output. Two RAM chips (U31 and U32) form a latch circuit for the pixel memory and allow
picture freeze when required. The video signal to the Video/LCD Converter is gated with signal
SCINV which inverts the screen image (changes the LCD to white on black image), when set.
Certain control and enable signals from the video controller are further decoded by GAL U38.
Video - LCD Converter

The video/LCD converter chip (U74) generates all the timing and strobe signals required by the
LCD and converts the serial video signal into the correct format for display. Four upper and four
lower control and data signals are output to the LCD along with two clock signals. A working
memory for the converter chip is provided (U75).
Power On Reset
The Power on reset circuit is formed by U54 and associated components. The circuit controls the
master reset of the CPU. This circuit has three functions as follows:
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Provides a delay on initial switch on to ensure that the power supply is fully stabilized and
to give the 200ms reset time required by the 68000 processor
Ensures that the system is inoperative and in reset mode when the SYSEN indicates that the
Program Pack is not present
Disables the unit if the +5V rail drops below +4.75V
PATIENT
CABLE
CONNECTOR
-24V
7.5Vpp
28Vpp
INPUT
FILTER AND
AMPLIFIER
CABLE
TESTER
BRIDGE
RECTIFICATION
RECTIFICATION
ECG AMPLIFIER MK 7-2
RA
CHANNEL
SELECT
GNDi
+ 5 Vi
- 24 Vi
- 5 Vi
- 12 Vi
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COMPUTER
SINGLE CHIP
CS DADY
ECG AMPLIFIER
ISOLATED
POWER
SUPPLIES
ECG Amplifier - Functional Block Diagram
PMPOS, PMNEG
GAIN
CONTROL
DC - DC CONVERTER
BASELINE
DC OFFSET
ECGMUX
PACEMAKER
DETECTION AND
TRIGGER
ECG
SIGNAL
MULTIPLEXER
SUPPLY RAIL
STABILISATION
SUPPLY RAIL
STABILISATION
+ 12 Vi
SO
CSGAL
SI
OPTO
ISOLATION
LINK
DC - AC
CONVERTER
GALVANIC ISOLATION
CS DADY
PARALLEL TO
SERIAL
CONVERTER
ADDRESS
DECODER
DIGITAL/
ANALOG
CONVERTER
7.5Vpp
28Vpp
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
AT-10 (PART)
ECG O
CONTROL
FROM CPU
ECG I
SERIAL
ECG DATA
TO CPU
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ECG Amplifier
ECG Isolated Power Supplies
The DC/DC converter circuit produces all the isolated power voltages required by the ECG
Amplifier circuit. The +12V rail from Power Supply MK 8-6 is applied to isolation transformer U2
via a pulsing circuit. The pulsing circuit comprises a 125kHz oscillator divided by two, which via
Schmitt triggers switches MOS FETs Q3 and Q4. This gives a pulsed, 180 phase shifted input on
the two primary windings of the isolation transformer.
The two secondary windings of the isolation transformer produce 28Vpp and 7.5Vpp respectively.
A Schotky diode and capacitor network produce the +12V, -12V and -24V isolated supplies. A
linear regulator (U5) generates the -5V supply from the isolated -12V supply.
The +5V isolated supply is generated from the 7.5Vpp secondary winding. A bridge rectifier
produces approximately +7V which is applied to a FET. The FET is controlled by an operationalamp and transistor circuit so that it acts as a variable resistor to stabilise and produce a +5V supply.
Servicing Note:
When taking measurements always ensure that the isolated ground is

used for reference.
ECG Signal
The incoming ECG signals RA, LA, and C1 to C9 are 41kHz low-pass filtered and applied to noninverting operational-amps giving a gain of 11. The signals are further low pass filtered (1.6kHz)
and amplified by 3 before being applied to the multiplexer.
The multiplexer enable signal is 4kHz with the output duration of each sampled lead approximately
20 microseconds.
The multiplexed ECG signal is base line compensated. The base line compensation is set by the
ECG processor and converted to an analog signal by a DAC (U20). The maximum compensation
is 300 mV. A gain control is also incorporated for the multiplexed ECG signal, and set by the
processor. This gain is selectable to 2.5, 5, or 10.
The signal is then passed to a summing circuit where the last sample value from the D/A converter
(U21) is subtracted from the present sample value. The resultant is the difference of the actual
sample and the previous sample. The resulting voltage is analog to digital converted by the ECG
processor and output to the CPU via a multiplexer and GAL circuit (U23, U26) and opto isolators.
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ECG Amplifier (cont.)

Pacemaker Trigger
The RA lead is fed, before it is filtered, to the pacemaker detection circuit. The RAPACE signal
from the patient is differentiated and fed to the ECG processor. The negative pulses (PMNEG), and
the positive pulses (PMPOS) indicate the start and end slope of the pacemaker pulse. From the
signals the CPU can calculate the timing of the pacemaker pulse for display (software option).
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Functional Overview

ECG Amplifier (cont.)

Cable Tester
The cable tester circuit checks the resistance of an individual lead in the patient cable. The resistance
of the lead must be between 10KOhms and 1MOhms.
The cable tester comprises a 3.3kHz oscillator and comparator circuit. The oscillator is connected
to the test point and when a lead is connected to the test point, the potential on the lead (from the
input filter and amplifier circuit) alters the waveform. The waveform is rectified and, via a
comparator (U1B) lights the LED. The comparison voltage at U1B is 1.45V and the generated
waveform is at a base level of approximately -17V with an oscillation of 5V.
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Functional Overview
Interface Board
Thermal Printer Control
The Thermal Printer stepper motor is controlled by stepper motor controller U1. The MON signal
from the processor is the enable signal for the controller and the MCLK signal sets the speed; 209Hz
gives a paper speed of 2.5 mm/s, 2.09kHz gives a paper speed of 25 mm/s. The driver circuit
incorporates a current sense circuit. The current of the motor is approximately 100mA, depending
on the step rate set.
The printer data, the strobe and the clock signals are buffered by U5. The strobe frequencies (TPS0
and TPS1) are 2kHz, the clock (TPCLCK) is 4MHz, and the latch frequency (TPL) is 2kHz.
Because of the high power peaks drawn by the TPH, reservoir capacitors on the +24V rail ensure
a stable supply to the thermal print head (via the controller).
The paper mark detector is an opto sense circuit. The output from the detector is fed to an operational
amplifier (U4) to set the PM signal when a paper mark is detected. The input from the optocoupler
is 0.4V to 0.6V for white paper and 3.5V to 4V for black paper ie paper mark. The PM output signal
is logic 0 when a paper mark is detected.
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Functional Overview
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Chapter 2
Functional Overview
Interface Board (cont.)

Paper Carriage Control
The paper tray carriage motor control circuit works independently from the CPU and has its own
power supply. The power supply is enabled as follows:
AT-10 switched on
Vcc (+5V) latches transistor Q9 on which latches Q7 on to

switch +UB and generate +Uop.
AT-10 switched off
pressing the REPLACE PAPER key sets signal EJCT to

GND and switches transistor Q7 on to generate +Uop from
the +UB supply. Q7 is latched on by Q9 which is switched
on by the DIR.IN signal high. When the tray has returned,
the DIR.IN signal goes to ground which switches Q9 and
Q7 off. This cuts the +Uop rail and switches off the power
supply.
Note that when the AT-10 is switched on the power supply
remains on via Q9 held on from Vcc.
+Uop is regulated by U4C to generate the +5V supply for the paper carriage motor control circuit
(5Vpd).
Extend Paper Tray

The 5Vpd voltage initially sets a delay and timing circuit formed by U6C, U6D and associated
components. This sets the ENABLE and INIT signals to flip-flops U7A and U7B so that the circuit
is in a known state. Pressing the REPLACE PAPER key sets the EJECT signal to the flip-flops, via
Q8. The flip-flops enable the motor control chip U8 and set the direction of the 24V dual polarity
motor (GO IN, GO OUT signals). The motor controller incorporates an `H bridge current sense
circuit to detect when the paper tray is fully extended. When the paper tray is fully extended the
current increases, the motor controller detects this and sets the sense line which, via comparator
U4D is fed back via a delay circuit, resets the flip-flops and stops the motor. A delay circuit (C34)
prevents the motor being stopped prematurely during the power surge when the motor is initially
activated.
Retract Paper Tray

When the paper tray is extended, pressing the REPLACE PAPER key switches off transistor Q8
and activates the EJECT signal. This produces a clock input to the flip-flops and activates the GO
IN signal to the motor controller. In the same manner as when the paper tray is being extended, the
current sense circuit stops the motor when the paper tray has fully returned.
The flip-flop control circuit monitors the printer motor via the MON signal, and the paper tray motor
via the Stop signal (paper tray motor active). This ensures that the circuit is disabled if the
REPLACE PAPER key is pressed when either the printer motor, or paper tray motors are active.
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Functional Overview
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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis

Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
Contents
Introduction
3.2
Test Equipment
3.3
Fault Diagnosis
3.4
AT-10 Initial Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet 1)

AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet A - Power Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet B - Power Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet C - General Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet D - Printer Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet E - Auto Mode Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet F - Exercise Mode Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet G - Spirometry Problems)
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet H - Communication Problems)
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12
3.13
3.14
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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
Introduction
The purpose of this chapter is to provide fault-finding procedures that will quickly and efficiently
identify a fault on an AT-10 to a specific module. The fault-finding procedures are designed so that
test equipment is kept to a minimum.
An initial fault diagnosis chart is provided detailing all the general fault indications that may occur.
When this is followed it will indicate the module where the fault lies or specify a further fault-finding
procedure. When more than one module is stated, the first module given is the one most likely to
contain the fault. If the fault is not found on the first module, the other modules should be checked
in the order given.
If the initial fault-finding chart does not indicate the area where the fault exists, re-check all the
settings and parameters that have been entered (for the particular task that fails). If these are correct,
check the software. If this is correct suspect external connections.
If a key operation or menu selection is required when carrying out the functional checks after
replacement, the key sequence required is given in parenthesis <>. The character(s) given in
parenthesis is the actual character(s) printed on the key. When a key sequence is provided it must
be followed in the order given. For example the key sequence to give the Macro screen is:
<FNCT> <2> <ENTER>
This requires that the Function key on the keypad is pressed, followed by the `2 key followed by
the Return (or Enter) key.
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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
Test Equipment
The following proprietary and dedicated test equipment is the minimum that is required to fault find
and carry out any board checks and adjustments, on the AT-10.
The list of proprietary equipment is not comprehensive. Recommendations of suitable proprietary
test equipment can be obtained from the Schiller Service Department.
Dedicated Test Equipment

RS Test Cable Assembly required for the RS self test
In addition to the above a Schiller patient cable (Schiller Number 2.400011) is required when
carrying out simulated ECG tests.
Proprietary Test Equipment/Tools

ECG Emulator, eg Phantom 320*
Oscilloscope
Digital Multimeter*
Stabilised Power Supply
Standard tool kit with a selection of cross-bladed, flat-bladed and posi-drive screwdrivers,
Pliers and general tools*
Soldering Iron
VGA Monitor
* Indicates Essential Equipment for basic AT-10 fault finding
Special Tools / Equipment

The following table lists all the special tools and equipment that may be required when fault finding
or carrying out certain maintenance procedures on the AT-10.
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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
Fault Diagnosis
Use the fault finding charts and procedures on the following pages to indicate a faulty area or
module. In most cases the fault finding charts should indicate the most likely faulty area.
When a possible faulty module is indicated by the fault finding charts, the module must be replaced.
When a module has been replaced specific test parameters and setting-up of the module may be
applicable. The removal and replacement instructions for all replaceable modules, along with any
set-up or check procedures required, are given in Chapter 4.
WARNINGS
MAINS POWER IS PRESENT WHEN THE UNIT COVER IS REMOVED. CERTAIN CHECKS
AND ADJUSTMENTS CAN ONLY BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE TOP ASSEMBLY
REMOVED AND MAINS CONNECTED. WHEN CARRYING OUT THESE PROCEDURES
BEWARE THAT POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT.
CAUTIONS
THE AT-10 CONTAINS STATIC SENSITIVE CMOS COMPONENTS; OBSERVE ANTISTATIC PRECAUTIONS. ALWAYS PLACE THE UNIT ON AN EARTHED ANTI-STATIC
MAT WHEN CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. PERSONNEL MUST
BE EARTHED WHEN HANDLING ANY BOARDS OR COMPONENTS. ALWAYS USE AN
ANTI-STATIC BAG WHEN TRANSPORTING BOARDS OR COMPONENTS
CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN REMOVING AND REPLACING CONNECTORS. NEVER
USE FORCE. NEVER STRAIN THE CABLE ASSEMBLIES.
Page 3.4
Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis

CONNECT MAINS TO THE

UNIT AND SWITCH ON
NO
IS THE GREEN MAINS
LED LIT?
DISCONNECT THE MAINS

SUPPLY AND CHECK THE
MAINS FUSE (IN THE MAINS
MODULE)
YES
NO
FUSE OK?
ENSURE THAT THE

VOLTAGE SELECTOR IS
CORRECTLY SET. REPLACE
THE MAINS FUSE AND
SWITCH THE MAINS ON
YES
NO
FUSE OK?
GO TO FAULT DIAGNOSIS
(SHEET A - POWER PROBLEMS)
YES
REMOVE THE TOP

ASSEMBLY AND CHECK
FUSES SI 1 AND SI 2
INVESTIGATE THE REASON

FOR THE RUPTURED FUSE
NO
REPLACE THE FUSE AND
SWITCH THE UNIT ON
FUSE SI 2 OK?
YES
NO
FUSE SI 2 OK?
REPLACE THE POWER

SUPPLY BOARD
YES
INVESTIGATE THE REASON
FOR THE RUPTURED FUSE
PRESS THE AT-10

<ON> KEY
NO
FUSE SI 1 OK?
CHECK THE BATTERIES,

THE BATTERY LEADS AND
THE BATTERY
CONNECTORS FOR SHORT
CIRCUITS. REPLACE FUSE
AND SWITCH ON. IF THE
FUSE IS STILL RUPTURING
REPLACE THE POWER
SUPPLY BOARD
YES
(SHEET B - POWER PROBLEMS)
Note:
NO
DOES THE LCD LIGHT?
YES
(SHEET C - GENERAL PROBLEMS)
The removal and replacement

instructions and the location of
all boards, cable assemblies
and connectors are given in
Chapter 4.
A
SHEET
TWO

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Fault Diagnosis
IS THE
DATA BOX
(DISPLAYED IN THE
TOP RIGHT HAND
CORNER OF LCD)
VISIBLE ?
A
FROM
SHEET
ONE
CHECK THE LCD CONTRAST

CONTROL ON THE RIGHTHAND PANEL OF THE UNIT.
CONNECT AN EXTERNAL
VGA MONITOR TO THE VIDEO CONNECTOR ON THE
SIDE PANEL.
NO
NO
ARE ECG TRACES
DISPLAYED ON
THE LCD?
CHART (SHEET B - POWER
PROBLEMS). IF THE POWER
SUPPLY IS OK REPLACE:
1. ECG AMPLIFIER BOARD
2. PROCESSOR BOARD
YES
YES
MONITOR
DISPLAYS DATA ?
YES
NO
CHECK CABLE ASSEMBLY

BETWEEN PROCESSOR
BOARD AND POWER
SUPPLY(P1). CHECK CABLE
ASSEMBLY BETWEEN
POWER SUPPLY AND K/B/
LCD BUFFER. REPLACE:
1. K/B/LCD BUFFER BOARD
2. LCD
REPLACE THE
PROCESSOR BOARD AND
PROGRAM PACK
PRESS THE <AUTO START>

KEY AND WAIT FOR THE
PRINT-OUT
DOES THE PRINTOUT GIVE THE ECG

TRACES AND PATIENT
DATA?
NO
CHART (SHEET E - AUTO
MODE PROBLEMS)
YES
ARE STRAIGHT
LINE ECG TRACES
DISPLAYED ON THE
LCD ?
NO
REPLACE THE
PROCESSOR BOARD
NO
DOES THE EXERCISE
TEST FUNCTION?
CHART( SHEET F EXERCISE MODE PROBLEMS)
YES
PRESS
<PRINT SCREEN>. DOES
THE PRINTER FUNCTION
AT ALL?
NO
YES
NO
PRINTER MOTOR
FUNCTIONED?
CHECK CABLE ASSEMBLY

BETWEEN POWER SUPPLY
AND INTERFACE BOARD
(P20) . CHECK CABLE
ASSEMBLIES FROM INTERFACE BOARD TO PRINTER.
REPLACE:
1. PROCESSOR BOARD
2. I/F BOARD
3. THERMAL PRINTER
CHART (SHEET B - POWER
PROBLEMS). IF THE POWER
SUPPLY IS OK CHECK THE
PRINTER MOTOR.
YES
NO
DOES THE SPIROMETRY
TEST FUNCTION?
YES
NO
YES
DO THE RS INTERFACES
FUNCTION?
IS THE
PRINT QUALITY
GOOD? IS THE PRINTER
FUNCTIONING
CORRECTLY?
NO
CHART (SHEET D - PRINTER
PROBLEMS)
CONNECT A PATIENT
SIMULATOR TO THE ECG
CONNECTOR AND SWITCH
ON
DOES THE PAPER

TRAY EJECTION WORK
CORRECTLY?
YES
CHECK ALL PARAMETER
SETTINGS. CHECK THE
TEST SCREEN AND ENSURE
THAT PARAMETERS ARE IN
TOLERANCE (PARAGRAPH
6). CONTACT SCHILLER IF
FAULT CANNOT BE FOUND

Page 3.6
CHART (SHEET H COMMUNICATION PROBLEMS)
YES
NO
YES
CHART (SHEET G SPIROMETRY PROBLEMS)
ENSURE THAT THE

BATTERIES ARE FULLY
CHARGED. REMOVE THE
PAPER TRAY AND ENSURE
THAT THE MECHANICAL
WORMDRIVE IS NOT
JAMMED. CHECK THE DC
MOTOR FOR OPEN CIRCUIT.
CHANGE THE INTERFACE
BOARD
Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis

MAINS FUSE RUPTURED
REMOVE THE TOP ASSEMBLY .

VISUALLY INSPECT ALL CABLE
ASSEMBLIES AND CONNECTORS.
ENSURE THAT ALL CONNECTORS
ARE SECURE. LOOK IN THE AREA
OF THE TRANSFORMER AND
MAINS INPUT FOR SIGNS OF
BURNING OR SCORCHING.
ARE ALL THE CABLE

ASSEMBLIES AND
CONNECTORS OK?
NO
RECTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE

PROBLEM. REPLACE
FAULTY COMPONENT(S).
YES
DISCONNECT THE FLYING

LEADS FROM THE MAINS
TRANSFORMER TO THE
POWER SUPPLY. REPLACE
THE MAINS FUSE AND
SWITCH ON.
NO
IS THE MAINS FUSE
OK?
DISCONNECT THE
INTERNAL CABLES TO THE
MAINS ASSEMBLY.
REPLACE THE MAINS FUSE
AND SWITCH ON.
YES
NO
IS THE MAINS FUSE
OK?
SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE

MAINS ASSEMBLY.
REPLACE THE MAINS
ASSEMBLY
YES

POWER SUPPLY. REPLACE
THE POWER SUPPLY

MAINS TRANSFORMER.
REPLACE THE MAINS
TRANSFORMER
Note:

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet A - Power Problems)

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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
REMOVE THE TOP

ASSEMBLY . VISUALLY
INSPECT ALL CABLE
ASSEMBLIES AND
CONNECTORS. ENSURE
THAT ALL CONNECTORS
ARE SECURE. CHECK THE
CABLE ASSEMBLY FROM
THE POWER SUPPLY TO
THE TOP ASSEMBLY.
ARE ALL THE CABLE

ASSEMBLIES AND
CONNECTORS OK?
NO

PROBLEM. REPLACE
YES
DISCONNECT P27A AND

P27B FROM THE MAINS
TRANSFORMER TO THE
POWER SUPPLY. CONNECT
A DVM ACROSS THE MAINS
TRANSFORMER.
IS THE AC VOLTAGE
READING APPROXIMATELY 18 V?
Mains
Assembly
NO
DISCONNECT THE MAINS.

REMOVE THE CABLES TO
THE MAINS ASSEMBLY.
SWITCH ON THE MAINS AND
MEASURE FOR AC MAINS
ACROSS PINS 1 AND 3, AND
PINS 2 AND 4
YES
NO
IS THE AC MAINS
SUPPLY GOOD?
REPLACE THE MAINS

ASSEMBLY
YES
POSSIBLE FAULT IN THE

POWER SUPPLY. CHECK ALL
POWER RAILS AS DETAILED
IN CHAPTER 5.
REPLACE THE MAINS

TRANSFORMER
NO
ARE ALL POWER
SUPPLIES OK?
REPLACE THE POWER

SUPPLY
YES
Note:
REPLACE THE CABLE
ASSEMBLY BETWEEN THE
POWER SUPPLY AND THE
LCD/K/B BUFFER BOARD
(BASE ASSEMBLY TO TOP
ASSEMBLY). REPLACE THE
LCD/K/B BUFFER BOARD.
REPLACE THE LCD.

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet B - Power Problems)

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Fault Diagnosis

ENSURE THAT THE PROGRAM PACK IS

INSERTED. REMOVE THE TOP ASSEMBLY.
VISUALLY INSPECT ALL CABLE
ASSEMBLIES AND CONNECTORS. ENSURE
THAT ALL CONNECTORS ARE SECURE.
ARE ALL THE CABLE

ASSEMBLIES AND
CONNECTORS OK?
NO

PROBLEM. REPLACE
YES
CHECK ALL POWER

RAILS AS DETAILED IN
CHAPTER 5
NO
REPLACE THE POWER
SUPPLY
ARE ALL POWER

SUPPLIES OK?
YES
CHECK THE LCD

CONTRAST CONTROL.
CONNECT AN EXTERNAL
VGA MONITOR TO THE
VIDEO CONNECTOR
NO
MONITOR DISPLAYS
DATA?
REPLACE THE PROCESSOR

BOARD AND PROGRAM
PACK
YES
CHECK THE CABLE ASSEMBLY BETWEEN THE

POWER SUPPLY AND THE LCD/K/B BUFFER
BOARD (BOTTOM ASSEMBLY TO TOP
ASSEMBLY). CHECK THE CABLE ASSEMBLY
BETWEEN THE PROCESSOR BOARD AND THE
POWER SUPPLY (P1). REPLACE THE LCD/K/B
BUFFER BOARD. REPLACE THE LCD. REPLACE
THE VIDEO/LCD CONVERTER (PROCESSOR
BOARD)
Note:

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet C - General Problems)

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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
CHECK THAT THE CORRECT

PRINTER RESISTANCE IS
STORED IN MEMORY AND THAT
THE PRINT HEAD AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE IS CORRECT AS
DETAILED IN CHAPTER 5.
NO
NO
WAS THE PRINTER
RESISTANCE
CORRECT?
WERE THE READINGS

CORRECT?
YES
YES
ENSURE THAT GOOD

QUALITY, FRESH PAPER IS
INSTALLED IN THE PAPER
TRAY. CHANGE IF
NECESSARY.
DOES THE
PAPER JAM OR NOT
STOP AT THE CORRECT
POSITION ?
ENTER THE CORRECT

PRINTER RESISTANCE
DETAILED IN
CHAPTER 5
PROBLEM READING
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.
REPLACE:
1. THERMAL PRINT HEAD
2. PROCESSOR BOARD
NO
CARRY OUT THE PRINTER

CHECK DETAILED IN
CHAPTER 5. REPLACE THE
THERMAL PRINT HEAD IF
NECESSARY
YES
CHECK AND ADJUST THE

PAPER MARK DETECTOR
AND CURRENT LIMITER
THRESHOLDS AS DETAILED
IN CHAPTER 5.
DOES THE PROBLEM

STILL EXIST?
YES
REPLACE:
1. PROCESSOR BOARD
2. INTERFACE BOARD
3. THERMAL PRINTER
Note:

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet D - Printer Problems)

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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis

CHECK ALL PATIENT LEADS.

ENSURE THAT ALL
CONNECTIONS ARE SECURE.
ENTER THE ELECTRODE
TEST SCREEN AS DETAILED
IN CHAPTER 5.
NO
ARE THE PATIENT
LEADS ALL WITHIN
TOLERANCE?
CHECK THE FAULTY LEAD.

REPLACE THE PATIENT
CABLE IF NECESSARY.
YES
PRESS <ECG>, <5> (ECG
SETTINGS), <6> (FURTHER
SETTINGS),<1> (NUMBER OF
COPIES). ENSURE THAT THE
NUMBER OF COPIES IS NOT
SET TO 0`.
NO
NUMBER OF COPIES
SET TO 0`?
CHANGE THE PROGRAM

PACK. CHANGE THE
PROCESSOR BOARD.
YES
SET THE NUMBER OF

COPIES TO REQUIRED
NUMBER
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet E - Auto Mode Problems)

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Chapter 3
Fault Diagnosis
CHECK THAT THE CABLE ASSEMBLY TO THE

STRESS TEST EQUIPMENT IS CORRECTLY AND
FIRMLY CONNECTED. THAT IS:
RS CONTROLLED STRESS
EQUIPMENT TO RS PORT 2
ANALOGUE CONTROLLED STRESS
TEST EQUIPMENT TO THE STRESS
CONNECTOR.
BLOOD PRESSURE EQUIPMENT TO
RS PORT 1 (IF USED)
NB
ENSURE THAT THE STRESS

TEST PARAMETERS ARE
CORRECTLY SET (SEE CHAPTER 1 OR AT-10 OPERATING
HANDBOOK)
NB
ENSURE THAT THE STRESS

TEST EQUIPMENT IS
FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY
IS A DIGITAL, RS
CONTROLLED STRESS
TEST EQUIPMENT
USED?
YES
NO
PROBLEMS
WITH BLOOD PRESSURE
MEASUREMENT?
NO
YES
CARRY OUT THE RS

INTERFACE SELF TEST
DETAILED IN CHAPTER 5
DOES THE PROBLEM

STILL EXIST?
YES
REPLACE:
1. PROGRAM PACK
2. PROCESSOR BOARD
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet F - Exercise Mode Problems)

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Fault Diagnosis

CHECK THE FILTER IN THE

FLOW SENSOR. ENSURE THAT
IT IS NOT BLOCKED AND THAT
IT IS CLEAN. REPLACE IF
NECESSARY AS DETAILED IN
CHAPTER 5.
CHECK ALL SPIROMETRY

CABLING. ENSURE THAT
ALL CONNECTIONS ARE
SECURE.
NO
FLOW SENSOR AND
CABLE OK?
REPLACE THE FLOW

SENSOR.
YES
ENTER THE SPIROMETRY

MENU (<SPIRO>. ENSURE
THAT THE CALIBRATION IS
CORRECT AND THAT ALL
SETTINGS ARE CORRECT.
CAN THE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE BE

CARRIED OUT?
NO
CHECK FLOW SENSOR.

CHANGE:
1. PROGRAM PACK
2. PROCESSOR BOARD
YES
POSSIBLE OPERATOR
ERROR.
Note:

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet G - Spirometry Problems)

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Fault Diagnosis
PRESS <STORAGE> <1> (SETTINGS)

<3> (CONFIG OF TRANSMISSION).
CHECK THAT ALL SETTINGS( LINE
OR MODEM, RECORD OR BLOCK)
ARE CORRECT FOR THE
APPLICATION.
PRESS <STORAGE> <2> (TEST

MODE). CHECK THAT ALL
SETTINGS( PARITY, STOP BIT)
AND THE BAUD RATE ARE THE
SAME IN BOTH DEVICES.
ARE THE SETTINGS

COMPATIBLE IN BOTH
THE TRANSMITTING
AND RECEIVING
DEVICES?
NO
PROGRAM ALL SETTINGS TO

ENSURE COMPATIBILITY
BETWEEN THE COMMUNICATING DEVICES
YES
CARRY OUT THE RS SELF

TEST PROCEDURE
NO
TEST PASSED?
1. CHECK THE +12V AND -12V

SUPPLY VOLTAGES AS
2. CHANGE THE PROCESSOR
BOARD
3. CHANGE THE RS
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
YES
POSSIBLE OPERATOR
ERROR.
CHECK ALL CABLE
ASSEMBLIES. REPLACE IF
NECESSARY
Note:

Chapter 4.
AT-10 Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet H - Communication (RS) Problems)

Page 3.14
Chapter 4
Physical Overview & Module Replacement

Chapter 4
Physical Overview &
Module Replacement
Contents
Introduction
4.3
Base Assembly
4.4
Top Assembly
4.9
Removal and Replacement
4.11
Opening the Case
4.13
Top Assembly Removal

Top Assembly Replacement
Functional Check After Assembling the AT-10
Power Supply Board MK 8-6
4.13
4.14
4.14
4.17
Power Supply Board Removal

Power Supply Board Replacement
Checks and Tests after Power Supply Board Replacement
Checking the Power Supplies
Lead-acid Batteries
4.17
4.17
4.17
4.18
4.20
Battery Removal
Battery Replacement
4.20
4.21
Checks and Tests After Battery Replacement

Interface Board MK 8-5
4.21
4.22
Interface Board Removal

Interface Board Replacement
Checks and Tests After Interface Board Replacement
Paper Tray Assembly
4.22
4.23
4.23
4.24
Paper Tray Removal

Paper Tray Replacement
Checks and Tests after Paper Tray Assembly Replacement
Microprocessor Board
Microprocessor Board Removal
Microprocessor Board Replacement
Checks and Tests After Microprocessor Board Replacement
4.24
4.25
4.25
4.26
4.27
4.27
4.28
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Program Pack and Software Modules
4.29
Program Pack (and program EPROM and DSP) Removal

Program Pack (and program EPROM and DSP) Replacement
Checks and Tests After Program Replacement
ECG Amplifier Board
4.30
4.30
4.30
4.31
ECG Amplifier Board Removal

ECG Amplifier Board Replacement
Checks and Tests after Replacement
Mains Assembly
4.31
4.31
4.32
4.33
Mains Assembly Removal

Mains Assembly Replacement
Mains Transformer
4.33
4.34
4.34
4.35
Mains Transformer Removal

Mains Transformer Replacement
LCD / Keyboard Buffer MK 8-4
4.35
4.35
4.35
4.36
LCD/Keyboard Buffer Removal

LCD/Keyboard Buffer Replacement
Checks after Replacement
LCD
4.38
4.38
4.38
4.39
LCD Removal
LCD Replacement
Checks after LCD Replacement
Thermal Printer and Print Head
4.40
4.40
4.41
4.42
Thermal Printer Removal

Print Head Removal
Print Head Replacement
4.42
4.42
4.42
Thermal Printer Replacement

Checks, Tests and Adjustments after Printer Replacement
4.44
4.44
Keyboard
Keyboard Removal
Keyboard Replacement
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4.45
4.45
4.46
4.46

Chapter 4
Introduction
The AT-10 comprises two main assemblies as follows:
The Base Assembly
The Top Assembly
The Base Assembly contains most of the AT-10 electronics, and all external connectors. The Top
Assembly houses the keyboard and the LCD display. The two assemblies are moulded to fit together
and are secured with captive screws. Electrical connection between the two assemblies is achieved
with a ribbon cable assembly.
Because of the plastic construction, threaded metal inserts are used for all screw fixings in the unit.
Page 4.3
Chapter 4

Base Assembly
The base assembly comprises a moulded plastic tray onto which is mounted the following:
Mains Isolation Transformer
Two Lead-Acid Batteries
Power Supply PCB MK 8-6
ECG Amplifier PCB MK 7-2
Microprocessor Board MK 8-1
Program Pack MK 8-11
Thermal Printer
Paper Tray Assembly with Carriage Motor
The Microprocessor board and the ECG Amplifier are secured to moulded supports on the bottom
of tray. The Power Supply is mounted on four spacers above the Microprocessor board and the
Interface board and the thermal printer are mounted on the metal paper tray framework. Electrical
connection between all boards is achieved with ribbon cable assemblies or with flying leads.
The Mains Connector and Switch assembly is secured to the Back Panel with spring loaded clips.
The Mains Transformer is secured to the tray with a centre screw. Electrical connection between
the Power Supply board, the Transformer, the Batteries, and the Mains Connector and Switch
assembly, is achieved by flying leads.
The Program Pack is inserted via a cut-out in the side panel under the paper tray. It is mounted in
slides and connects directly with the Processor Board. One captive screw secures the Program Pack
in position.
Cut-outs in the back and side panels are provided for external connectors. The Video, DC1, DC2,
and the Spiro (SP-110) connectors are all mounted directly on the Microprocessor board. The
Patient connector is mounted directly on the ECG Amplifier. All other connectors are mounted on
dedicated mounting plates.
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Chapter 4
Base Assembly - Top Assembly Removed
Page 4.5
Chapter 4

Base Assembly - Paper Carriage extended and Power Supply Board,

Interface Board and Battery Removed
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Chapter 4
Base Assembly (cont.)

The metal paper tray framework allows the paper tray to be withdrawn. The dual rotation paper
carriage motor turns a worm drive to slide the paper tray in or out.
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Chapter 4

LCD / Keyboard Assembly
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Chapter 4
Top Assembly
The Top Assembly is manufactured from moulded plastic and comprises a Main Housing with a
hinged LCD Assembly.
Secured in the Main Housing is the LCD / Keyboard Buffer MK8-4 and the Keyboard MK 8-3. Both
of these boards are secured with double sided tape. Electrical connection between the modules is
achieved with ribbon cable assemblies or with flying leads.
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Chapter 4
REMOVE TOP ASSEMBLY
IN BASE ASSEMBLY ACCESS

TO:
POWER SUPPLY
BOARD
PROCESSOR
BOARD
PAPER TRAY
ASSEMBLY AND
MOTOR
INTERFACE
BOARD
THERMAL
PRINTER
CONNECTOR
PANELS
ECG AMPLIFIER
BATTERIES
MAINS
MODULE
MAINS
TRANSFORMER
REMOVE TOP ASSEMBLY
IN TOP ASSEMBLY ACCESS

TO:
LCD / KEYBOARD
BUFFER
Note:
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KEYBOARD
Access to the Program Pack is gained via the left-hand Side Panel under the paper tray
Access to the mains fuse and the voltage selector is from the back panel (Mains Module).
Chapter 4

Removal and Replacement

Introduction
This Chapter provides the procedures required to carry out the removal and replacement of all
modules that are spared at service level. The instructions given in this chapter are autonomous, with
each module containing the following:
The pre-requisites that must be fulfilled before removal of the module
Tools and equipment that are required to remove and replace the module and to carry out
the functional checks and adjustments.
Removal Procedures
Replacement Procedures
Checks and Tests that must be carried out after replacement.
Any adjustments, jumper settings, special checks or functional procedures that are required during
a procedure, are detailed in the relevant step.
In-text diagrams support the text where required and provide location details of connectors, test
points and adjustment potentiometers.
Specific warnings and cautions are given where applicable. Warnings indicate potential danger
could cause personal injury. Cautions indicate areas that could cause damage to the equipment .
If a key operation or menu selection is required, the key sequence required is given in parenthesis `<>. The
character (or character string) given in parenthesis is the actual character that is printed on the key. When a
key sequence is provided it must be followed in the order given. For example the key sequence to display the
macro screen is as follows:
<FNCT> <2> <ENTER>
This requires that the function key on the keypad is pressed, followed by the 2 key, followed by the
return key (Enter).
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Chapter 4
Safety Notes
WARNINGS
BEFORE COMMENCING ANY REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ENSURE
THAT THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY IS SWITCHED OFF AND THAT THE MAINS CABLE
IS REMOVED.
CERTAIN CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS CAN ONLY BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE TOP
ASSEMBLY REMOVED AND WITH MAINS CONNECTED. WHEN CARRYING OUT
THESE PROCEDURES BEWARE THAT POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT.
CAUTIONS
THE AT-10 CONTAINS STATIC SENSITIVE CMOS COMPONENTS; OBSERVE ANTISTATIC PRECAUTIONS:
WHEN CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ALWAYS PLACE THE
UNIT ON AN EARTHED ANTI-STATIC MAT.
PERSONAL MUST BE EARTHED WHEN HANDLING ANY BOARDS OR
COMPONENTS
ALWAYS USE AN ANTI-STATIC BAG WHEN TRANSPORTING BOARDS OR
COMPONENTS
THE UNIT IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO ABRASION DAMAGE. TO PREVENT SCRATCHING,
ALWAYS PLACE THE UNIT ON A SOFT, NON-ABRASIVE CLOTH WHEN CARRYING
OUT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
TAKE CARE NOT TO PLACE ANY STRAIN ON THE CONNECTING RIBBON CABLE
WHEN REMOVING THE TOP ASSEMBLY . ENSURE THAT THE CABLE ASSEMBLY IS
NOT CRIMPED OR TWISTED AND THAT THE TOP ASSEMBLY IS NOT PLACED ON THE
CABLE ASSEMBLY.
CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN REMOVING AND REPLACING CONNECTORS. NEVER
USE FORCE. NEVER STRAIN THE CABLE ASSEMBLIES.
THE PROCEDURAL STEPS GIVEN FOR EACH MODULE MUST BE FOLLOWED IN THE
ORDER GIVEN.
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Chapter 4
Opening the Case

Pre-requisites
The unit must be placed on an anti-static mat and anti-static precautions observed when any
maintenance is carried out on the AT-10. The room temperature should be between 18 and
28 degrees.
Mains supply is required to carry out the unit functional test after assembly.
THE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE CHAPTER MUST

BE OBSERVED.
Tools
Posi-drive screwdriver
Test Equipment
The following test equipment is required to carry out the functional test after unit assembly
Schiller Patient Cable
Patient Simulator eg phantom 320.
RS Test Cable (supplied by Schiller)
Top Assembly Removal

The Top Assembly is mounted on the Base Assembly and is secured to the Base Assembly with four
screws and washers; access to the screws is gained from the underside of the unit. To remove the
Top Assembly, proceed as follows:
1. Remove all cable assemblies connected to the side and rear panels. Ensure that the mains
cable is removed.
2. Taking care to secure the hinged LCD module so that it cannot swing open, turn the unit upside-down and rest on a soft cloth.
3. Unscrew the six retaining screws and washers situated in the extreme corners and edges of
the unit, indicated by an arrow.
4. Grasping the top and bottom of the unit to ensure that the two assemblies cannot part,
carefully return the unit to the standing position.
5. Gently lift the Top Assembly sufficiently to gain access to the interconnecting cable, and
disconnect the connector from the Power Supply Board.
6. Gently lift the Top Assembly away from the Base Assembly and place on a soft cloth.
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Chapter 4

Opening the Case (cont.)

Top Assembly Replacement
To replace the Top Assembly proceed as follows:
1. Check that all boards and components are firmly secured. Check for loose screws. Ensure
that no screws or foreign bodies are loose in the bottom of the case.
2. Inspect all the internal cable assemblies and ensure that they are in good condition and that
no visible damage can be seen. Ensure that no cable assemblies are strained, crushed or
caught.
3. Ensure that all connectors are firmly home.
4. Position the Top Assembly adjacent to the Base Assembly and without straining the ribbon
cable, plug in the interconnecting cable from the Top Assembly to the Power Supply (P12).
Note: It may be necessary to tilt the Top Assembly for the cable assemblies to reach.
5. Carefully position the Top Assembly on the Base Assembly.
6. Grasping the two assemblies to ensure that they cannot part, carefully turn the unit up-sidedown and replace the six securing screws and washers in the extreme corners and edges of
the unit. Return the unit to the upright position.
Functional Check After Assembling the AT-10

The procedure detailed here is a general confidence check in the unit after an internal module or
board has been replaced. It is not a full functional test but is intended to identify any faults that may
be present after the unit has been reassembled. If any check fails go to Fault Diagnosis Chapter 4.
To carry out the general confidence check proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the voltage selector on the back panel is set for the required voltage and connect
mains to the unit. Switch on the mains and ensure that the green mains LED on the hinged
LCD Assembly, lights.
2. Switch the unit on by pressing the <ON> key on the Keyboard. Ensure that the LCD lights
and that for a few seconds the test screen is displayed at the bottom of the screen. When the
test screen disappears, check that straight line traces are displayed for the selected leads and
that the information box in the top right-hand corner of the display, is present.
3. Press <FNCT> <2> <2> and enter the time and date details. Press <ESC> when complete.
Ensure that the correct date and time is displayed on the screen.
4. Connect the ECG phantom to the ECG connector on the side panel and switch the phantom
on. Ensure that a good ECG trace is displayed on the screen.
5. Press the <PRINT SCREEN> key and ensure that the print-out is accurate and of good
quality. Press <MAN START> and ensure that the print-out is accurate and of good quality.
6. Press the <AUTO START> key and wait approximately 10 seconds for the print-out to
commence. Ensure that the print-out is accurate and of good quality.
7. Connect the RS test cable to RS-232 ports 1, 2 and 3 on the back panel and carry out the RS
transmission test as detailed in Chapter 5.
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Chapter 4

Opening the Case (cont.)

8. Press the <PATIENT DATA> key and systematically press the keys:
<QWERTZUIOP>, <ENTER>, <1234567890>
Ensure that the entered data is presented on the screen as entered. Press <ESC> to exit from
the patient data display.
9. Press the <BEGIN> key and ensure that the AT-10 indicates that an exercise test has
commenced. Press the <STOP> key and ensure that a print-out is given.
10. Enter the required static parameter values. Store the entered parameter values by pressing
<FNCT <2> <5>.
Note: Details of all parameters and parameter values are provided in the AT-10 Operating
Manual.
11. If a module has been replaced carry out the checks and tests detailed in the relative
Paragraph (if not already carried out). Switch the unit off and leave connected to the mains
supply for 15 hours to fully charge the battery. Ensure that the Battery LED is extinguished
when the battery is fully charged.
12. Disconnect the mains power supply and leave the unit for 24 hours. Switch the unit on and
check that the battery LED lights. Ensure that all static parameters have been remembered.
Leave the unit switched on for 45 minutes (without using the printer) and check that the
battery LED does not start to flash in that time.
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Chapter 4

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Chapter 4


The Power Supply board is positioned on four spacers above the Processor board.
Pre-requisites
The Warnings and Cautions at the beginning of the Chapter must be observed.
The Top Assembly must be removed as detailed in Paragraph 2 and all external cable
assemblies disconnected.
Tools and Equipment
Cross-Bladed screwdriver
Small flat-bladed screwdriver
Digital Voltmeter
In addition if the Power Supply board is checked in isolation, a Power Supply capable of supplying
up to 30V, is required.
Parts
Power Supply MK 8-6. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.
Power Supply Board Removal

WARNING
ENSURE THAT THE MAINS CABLE IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE COMMENCING
To remove the Power Supply board proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the flying leads to the mains transformer and to the batteries. Disconnect P20 to
the Interface board, P1 to the Microprocessor and the GND guard P17. (P12 to the LCD/
Keyboard Buffer MK 8-4 will already be removed).
2. Unscrew the four screws securing the board to the spacers and remove the board
Power Supply Board Replacement

To replace the Power Supply proceed as follows:
1. Position the board on the spacers and secure with the four securing screws.
2. Connect the Mains Transformer leads and the battery leads. Connect P1, P20 and P17
(GND).
Checks and Tests after Power Supply Board Replacement

After assembly, connect the mains supply to the unit and ensure that the green mains supply LED
is lit. Switch the unit on and ensure that the LCD is lit and that meaningful data is displayed. Press
the <PRINT SCREEN> key. Ensure that the printer functions.
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Chapter 4

Power Supply Board MK 8-6 (cont.)

Check that the battery charge monitor circuit is functioning as follows:
1. Switch the unit off but leave the mains connected. Leave the battery to charge for 10 hours.
Check that the battery light flashes when the battery is charging and extinguishes when the
battery is fully charged (after a maximum time of 15 hours).
2. Disconnect the mains and run the unit on battery power for 60 minutes (without using the
printer). Check that:
the battery LED lights when running on battery power
the battery LED flashes when the battery capacity is low
the unit switches off when the battery capacity falls below a preset value
Note:
Control of the Battery LED is from the CPU which uses the counter signal
(BATTLC ) to calculate the charge state of the battery. If the Battery LED is not
giving the expected indications, the fault may lie on the Processor board (or P1
connector). The signal to control the battery LED is LEDB.
The nominal battery capacity at which the Battery Low is active (LED flashing) is
25%. The nominal voltage at which the Battery down signal is active and the unit
switches off, is 21V.
Checking the Power Supplies

The power supply voltages can be checked without the AT-10 being assembled. However the Power
Supply board is easily accessible and it is usually easier to check the power supplies with the unit
assembled and the Top Assembly positioned by the side. If the board is to be checked in isolation
a latch circuit must be manually set to switch on the power supply ( equivalent to pressing the <ON>
key).
Test points are provided on the Power Supply board for measurement of all power rails.
Individual adjustment is not possible for any of the voltage rails except +UB (from which all other
supplies are generated and the batteries are charged). Note that +UB can only be adjusted with mains
connected.
On Signal Simulation
If the Power Supply board is checked in isolation the on line must be connected to GND to latch
the power supply on. To simulate the on signal, proceed as follows:
Note:
The on simulation signal is only required when the ON key on the keypad, cannot be
used to switch the power supply on, that is when P12 to the Top Assembly is
disconnected.
1. Connect power to the Power Supply board as follows:
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If the unit is assembled, use either mains (via the mains transformer) or two fully
charged batteries connected to the battery connectors
If the unit is not assembled, connect a power supply to the battery connectors on the
Power Supply board. Connect the positive to pin 1 of plug P25, and the negative to
pin 2 of plug P26. Set the Power Supply to 24V.
Chapter 4

Power Supply Board MK 8-6 (cont.)
2. Using a suitable lead, connect GND to Plug P12 pin 25, and hold for 2 seconds. The power
supply will now be latched on and all generated power supplies can be checked for the
correct voltage.
Note:
To switch the power supply off, connect 0V to P1 pin 50.
+UB Adjustment
This adjustment sets the voltage supplied from the switching regulator on the mains power factor
controller circuit. To adjust this voltage the unit must be assembled and mains connected.
WARNING
LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT WHEN CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE POWER
SUPPLY. DO NOT LET CONCENTRATION LAPSE. EXERCISE GREAT CARE WHEN
TAKING MEASUREMENTS.
To check and adjust +UB supply proceed as follows:
1. Connect mains power to the unit and switch on by pressing the <ON> key on the keyboard.
2. Measure the voltage at P25 pin 1. Adjust VR1 to achieve a voltage of +27V 200mV.
Power Rail Measurement

No adjustment is possible for any of the power rails. To check the power rail voltages go on the
relevant test point (component layout given at the end of this book) and measure with a DVM. If
any of the values are out of tolerance first ensure that +UB voltage is correct. If this is correct the
power supply must be changed.
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Chapter 4
Lead-acid Batteries
Two batteries are installed in the AT-10. They are self contained with integral leads and connectors.
Pre-requisites
Parts
The part numbers of all replaceable items are given in Chapter 6.
Battery Removal
WARNING
THE MAINS SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED DURING THIS PROCEDURE
To remove the battery proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the unit is switched off and that the mains is disconnected. Remove all cable
assemblies connected to the front and rear panels.
2. Disconnect the battery connectors from the Power Supply board and remove the batteries.
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Chapter 4
Lead-acid Batteries (cont.)

Battery Replacement
To replace the battery position the battery and connect the leads to the battery connector on the
Power Supply.
Note:
Red lead is the + battery terminal

Black lead is the - battery terminal
Checks and Tests After Battery Replacement

To ensure that the battery and the battery recharging circuit are functioning after battery replacement,
proceed as follows:
1. Connect mains to the unit and ensure that the green mains and the yellow battery indicators,
next to the display, are lit. Charge the battery for approximately 15 hours.
2. Ensure that the Battery indicator is extinguished after 15 hours (battery fully charged).
3. So that the capacity of the newly installed battery is calculated correctly by the processor,
run the unit on battery power until the battery is fully discharged and the unit switches off.
Repeat this process two times. This ensures that the correct capacity of the battery is
registered by the processor. The calculated value of the battery capacity can be seen by
pressing:
<ECG> <6> (electrode test) <ENTER> <ENTER>
The B CAPACITY indication displays the calculated battery capacity. See Chapter 5 for
further details.
4. Program all static settings, for example time and date, which will have been lost when the
battery was disconnected.
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Chapter 4


Pre-requisites
Tools
Cross-bladed screwdriver
Parts
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Interface Board MK 8-5. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.

Chapter 4
Interface Board MK 8-5 (cont.)

Interface Board Removal
To remove the Interface Board disconnect all connectors, unscrew the four screws securing the
board to the Paper Tray Assembly, and lift the board away from the Paper Tray Assembly.
Interface Board Replacement

The replace the Bus Interface position the board on the Paper Tray Assembly and secure using the
four captive screws. Reconnect all connectors to the Thermal Printer and the Power Supply.
Checks and Tests After Interface Board Replacement

The paper mark detection offset must be checked. To set the paper mark threshold proceed as
follows:
1. Connect a digital voltmeter across the P4 connector (test point 1).
2. Switch the unit on and adjust VR1 to obtain a reading as follows:
NB
> 3.5V
0.4 to 0.5V
when the black paper mark is under the paper mark detector
when there is no paper mark under the detector ie white paper
IF THE DETECTION DOES NOT RECOGNISE THE PAPER MARK AFTER

ADJUSTMENT, ENSURE THAT THE PAPER MARK WINDOW IS CLEAN.
3. Carry out the printer check to ensure that the board is functioning correctly . Enter the
following key sequence:
<ECG> <6> (electrode test) <P>
A print-out of a series of diagonal lines will be given. Examine the print-out and ensure that
all the lines are even and uninterrupted. Ensure that the complete paper is covered with
close diagonal lines and that no blocks of plain paper are present. Any faulty print-head
pixels will be seen as a horizontal white line. Examine the print-out for evenness of print.
Note: Unevenness of print or faulty individual pixels indicates a problem with the printer
or printer alignment. If a complete block is left unprinted it additionally indicates
that the Interface board could be faulty or the fault lies with the printer data control
circuits on the Processor board.
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Chapter 4
Paper Tray Assembly

The Paper Tray Assembly comprises a metal framework onto which is mounted the paper tray and
motor, the thermal printer and the interface board. It is positioned above the Processor board and
is mounted on four spacers.
Pre-requisites
Tools
Cross-Bladed Screwdriver
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Parts
The part number for the Paper Tray Assembly, complete with the DC motor is given in
Chapter 6.
WARNING
Paper Tray Removal

To remove the Paper Tray Assembly proceed as follows:
1. Remove P20 on the Power Supply.
2. Carefully turn the unit upside down and rest it on a soft cloth. Remove the four screws
retaining the paper tray assembly.
3. Hold the two parts together and turn them right side up. Watch for screws falling out !
4. Taking care not to damage the printer motor gently ease the complete Paper Tray Assembly
away from the unit.
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Chapter 4
Paper Tray Assembly (cont.)

Paper Tray Replacement
To replace the Paper Tray Assembly proceed as follow:
1. Gently ease the assembly in position on the four spacers above the Processor board.
2. Hold the two parts firmly together and turn upside down. Secure the four screws retaining
the Paper Tray Assembly to the Base Assembly.
3. Turn right side up and replace P20 on the Power Supply.
4. Replace the Top Assembly as detailed earlier.
Checks and Tests after Paper Tray Assembly Replacement

After assembly connect mains to the unit and ensure that the green power LED lights. Press the
<REPLACE PAPER> key and ensure that the paper tray retracts smoothly. Check the printer by
entering enter the following key sequence:
A series of diagonal line will be printed. Ensure that the print-out is even.
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Chapter 4

Microprocessor Board
Pre-requisites
The Power Supply board and the paper tray assembly must be removed before removing the
Processor board.
Tools
Parts
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Microprocessor Board MK 8-1. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.
Chapter 4

Microprocessor Board (cont.)

Microprocessor Board Removal
The Microprocessor board is secured to the Base Assembly with screws. To remove the Microprocessor Board proceed as follows:
CAUTION
THE MICROPROCESSOR BOARD CONTAINS CMOS COMPONENTS. ANTI-STATIC
PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES.
1. Remove the Top Assembly as detailed above.
2. Remove the Power Supply board
3. Remove the Paper Tray Assembly as detailed above.
4. Remove the Program Pack
5. Disconnect the following connectors from the Microprocessor board:
P4 A and B to the ERGO and DATA I/O connectors on the back panel
P6 to the ECG Amplifier
P2 to the RS connectors on the Back Panel
P11 to the Beeper Connector
GND
6. Unscrew and remove the six Microprocessor board securing screws (one under the program
pack) and the four spacers for the Power Supply board and remove the Microprocessor
Board.
Note:
The Program Pack is mounted in slides on the Microprocessor board and connects
directly with it. Removal and replacement instructions for the Program Pack are
provided in Paragraph 8.
Microprocessor Board Replacement

To replace the Microprocessor board proceed as follows:
1. Position the Microprocessor board in the Base Assembly and secure with the ten securing
screws.
2. Reconnect the following connectors to the Microprocessor board:
P4 A and B to the ERGO and DATA I/O connectors on the back panel
P6 to the ECG Amplifier
P2 to the RS connectors on the Back Panel
P11 to the Beeper Connector
GND
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Chapter 4

Microprocessor Board (cont.)

3. Slide in, and secure the Program Pack as detailed below
4. Replace the Paper Tray Assembly as detailed above.
5. Replace the Power Supply board as detailed above.
6. Replace the Top Assembly.
Checks and Tests After Microprocessor Board Replacement

When the unit is reassembled after Microprocessor board replacement, the functional check
detailed on page 14 must be carried out to ensure the integrity of the assembled unit.
The capacity of the battery is calculated and stored by the processor for reference. To recalculate
and store the correct battery capacity proceed as follows:
1. Fully charge the battery by leaving the unit connected to the mains for 15 hours.
2. Run the unit on battery power until the battery is fully discharged and the unit switches off.
3. Repeat this process two times.
The value of the battery capacity calculated (and stored) by the processor, can be seen by pressing:
<ECG> <6> (electrode test) <ENTER> <ENTER>
The B CAPACITY indication displays the calculated battery capacity. See Chapter 5 for further
details.
Program all static settings.
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Chapter 4
Program Pack and Software Modules

Pre-requisites
Tools
Special chip removal tool type AMP.
Parts
Program Pack with the correct software installed, or the software EEPROM or DSP
modules. Part numbers as detailed in Chapter 6.
Note:
The EEPROM software is available in various languages indicated by the label on

the EEPROM. The second letter in brackets indicates the language as follows:
E - English
D - German
S - Swedish
I - Italian
F - French
P - Spanish
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Chapter 4
Program Pack and Software Modules (cont.)

Program Pack (and program EEPROM and DSP) Removal
The Program Pack is mounted in slides secured on the Processor board. Access to the Program Pack
is gained from the side panel under the Paper Tray.
CAUTION
THE PROGRAM PACK CONTAINS STATIC SENSITIVE CMOS COMPONENTS. OBSERVE
ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS.
Use the attached handle to gently ease the Program Pack away from the connector.
To remove an EEPROM or DSP chip from the board, use the special chip removal tool to gently
and evenly ease the chip away from the socket.
Program Pack (and program EEPROM and DSP) Replacement

Note:
The software version of a program EEPROM or DSP chip is written on the label
attached to the chip. Before replacing a program chip ensure that it is the correct
software version for the application.
To replace an EEPROM or DSP chip, position it above the socket so that the chip alignment notch
is matched with the socket alignment notch. Gently and firmly push home until retained by the
connector.
To replace the Program Pack, slide the pack in the board guides and gently and firmly push home.
Checks and Tests After Program Replacement

1. Switch the unit on by pressing the <ON> key on the Keyboard for approximately a second.
Ensure that the LCD lights and that for a few seconds the test screen is displayed at the
bottom of the screen. When the test screen disappears, check that straight line traces are
displayed for the selected leads and that the information box in the top right-hand corner of
the display, is present.
2. Switch the unit on and check that the correct software version, as stated on the label is
installed. To do this press the key sequence:
<ECG> <6> (electrode test) <.> (period)
The software version is displayed on the LCD. (See Chapter 5 for software details).
3. Carry out the AT-10 functional check detailed on page 14.
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Chapter 4

ECG Amplifier Board

The ECG Amplifier is mounted next to the Processor board and is secured to the Base Assembly
with four screws.
Pre-requisites
The Power Supply board must be removed as detailed in Paragraph 3.
The Paper Tray Assembly must be removed as detailed in Paragraph 6.
Tools and Test Equipment
Flat-bladed screwdriver
Parts
ECG Amplifier board. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.
ECG Amplifier Board Removal

CAUTION
THE ECG AMPLIFIER CONTAINS STATIC SENSITIVE CMOS COMPONENTS. OBSERVE
ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS.
To remove the ECG Amplifier proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the cable assembly to the Processor board (P6).
2. Unscrew the four corner securing screws (the two inner screws also secure the end
connector) and remove the board.
ECG Amplifier Board Replacement

Secure the ECG Amplifier board in position with the four retaining screws. Connect the cable to
the Processor board and replace:
-
Paper Tray Assembly
Power Supply board
Top Assembly
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Chapter 4

ECG Amplifier Board (cont.)

To prove the integrity of the replaced board carry out the following functional check procedure:
1. Switch on the unit and connect a Schiller patient cable to the ECG connector. Carry out a
cable test by inserting each lead in turn into the lead test point. Ensure that the green test
LED lights when a patient lead is inserted.
TEST LED
TEST POINT
2. Connect a suitable patient simulator to the ECG connector and carry out a resting ECG.
Ensure that all the leads can be displayed on the LCD.
Note:
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The procedure to carry out an ECG test is given in the AT-10 operating manual
Chapter 4

Mains Assembly
Pre-requisites
The batteries must be removed.
Tools
Narrow, blunt instrument for unlatching the assembly catches.
Parts
Mains Assembly. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.
WARNING
Mains Assembly Removal

To remove the assembly proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the crimped flying lead connectors on the back of the assembly.
2. Using a narrow blunt instrument, unlatch the two bottom retaining catches. Unlatch the top
catch and remove the assembly from the Mains Assembly securing bracket on the Base
Assembly.
Note: The Mains Assembly is retained in position with three tensioned catches. Access to
the two bottom catches is gained from the bottom of the Base Assembly via two
access holes.
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Chapter 4
Mains Assembly (cont.)

Mains Assembly Replacement
1. Ensure that the mains voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for the application as
indicated by an arrow in the selector and fuse sub-assembly. If the voltage is not set for the
required voltage, proceed as follows:
Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver gently prise the selector and fuse sub-assembly
away from the main assembly.
Lift the retaining clip securing the voltage plate and remove the plate.
Note: The plate has contacts which are pushed into tensioned connectors; a small
screwdriver may be required to prise the plate away from the connectors.
Replace the voltage plate by pushing fully home. Ensure that the correct voltage is
displayed in the front and top `voltage windows.
Click the sub-assembly back in place in the Mains Assembly.
Note:
The fuse sub-assembly containing the mains fuses, is positioned under the voltage
plate and is removed and replaced in the same way as above.
CAUTION
IT IS POSSIBLE TO INSERT THE MAINS ASSEMBLY UPSIDE DOWN. WHEN REPLACING
THE ASSEMBLY ENSURE THAT THE MAINS ON/OFF SWITCH IS UPPERMOST WITH
THE MAINS CONNECTOR UNDER THE ON/OFF SWITCH.
2. Push the Mains Assembly into the Base Assembly until the catches engage with the bracket.
Ensure that the assembly is firmly in position.
3. Reconnect the crimped cables.

After assembly connect mains to the unit and ensure that the green power LED lights.
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Chapter 4

Mains Transformer
Pre-requisites
Battery 1 and the EMC shield covering the transformer must be removed.
Tools
Flat-Bladed screwdriver
Parts
Mains Transformer. Part number as detailed in Chapter 6.
WARNING
Mains Transformer Removal

To remove the Mains Transformer proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the two power supply bayonet connectors on the Power Supply board.
2. Disconnect the flying lead connectors to the Mains Assembly.
3. Unscrew the centre screw of the Mains Transformer, and remove from the Base Assembly.
Mains Transformer Replacement

To replace the mains transformer proceed as follow:
1. Position the Transformer and secure to the Base Assembly with the centre screw.
2. Connect the flying leads to the Power Supply and to the Mains Assembly. (See the Power
Supply paragraph and Mains Assembly paragraph respectively, for the connector colours).

After assembly connect mains to the unit and ensure that the green power LED lights.
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Chapter 4
LCD / Keyboard Buffer MK 8-4

The LCD/Keyboard Buffer board is situated in the Top Assembly adjacent to the Keyboard. It is
secured in position with three retaining screws. The DC-AC Converter board (part of the LCD
assembly) is soldered to the LCD/Keyboard Buffer board.
Pre-requisites
The Top Assembly must be removed as detailed above and all external cable assemblies
disconnected.
Tools
Cross-bladed screwdriver
Parts
The part number for the LCD/ Keyboard Buffer Board MK 8-4 are given in Chapter 6.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGES ARE GENERATED IN THE LCD. ENSURE THAT THE MAINS IS
DISCONNECTED.
CAUTION
THE LCD/KEYBOARD BUFFER BOARD CONTAINS STATIC SENSITIVE CMOS
COMPONENTS. OBSERVE ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS.
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LCD / Keyboard Buffer MK 8-4 (cont.)

LCD/Keyboard Buffer Removal
To remove the LCD/Keyboard Buffer proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect all connectors from the board.
2. Remove the three retaining screws and gently ease the board away from the case.
LCD/Keyboard Buffer Replacement

To replace the LCD/Keyboard Buffer board proceed as follows:
1. Position the board and secure with the three screws.
2. Connect all connectors.

1. After assembly, connect mains to the unit and switch on. Ensure that the mains LED lights.
2. Switch the unit on and ensure that the LCD lights and that straight line traces are displayed
for the selected leads. Ensure that the ìnformation box in the top right hand corner of the
display is clearly defined and that all characters are correctly formed.
3. Enter the patient data screen by pressing <PATIENT DATA> and systematically press each
of the keyboard characters. Check the LCD and ensure that the correct characters are
displayed as entered.
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LCD
The LCD comprises the LCD screen, a contrast control and an DC/AC Converter PCB (mounted
on the LCD/Keyboard Buffer). The LCD is secured in position with double sided tape.
Pre-requisites
The replacement of the LCD must be carried out under clean room conditions.
Tools and Disposables
Long shafted cross-bladed screwdriver
Flat-bladed blunt knife
Anti-static cleaning fluid (alcohol based) and clean cleaning cloth
Parts
The part number for the LCD assembly is given in Chapter 6.
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Chapter 4
LCD (cont.)
LCD Removal
To remove the LCD proceed as follows:
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGES ARE GENERATED IN THE LCD. ENSURE THAT THE MAINS IS
DISCONNECTED BEFORE REMOVING THE LCD HOUSING COVER.
1. Using a flat-bladed knife or a small screwdriver remove the three LCD stops on the top of
the LCD to gain access to the screws securing the LCD housing cover.
2. Unscrew the three screws and gently ease the cover away from the LCD hinges at the
bottom.
CAUTION
THE RIBBON CABLE TO THE LCD DOES NOT HAVE A CONVENTIONAL PLUG AND IS
INSERTED DIRECTLY INTO THE SIDE OF THE CONNECTOR ON THE LCD. TAKE CARE
NOT TO DAMAGE THE RIBBON CABLE CONTACTS WHEN REMOVING THE RIBBON
CABLE. TAKE SPECIAL CARE WHEN REPLACING THE CABLE ASSEMBLY.
3. Lift the retaining tape from the LCD connector on the back of the LCD and remove the
ribbon cable to the LCD/Buffer Board.
4. Very gently and evenly prise the LCD away from the case until it is free. Take care not to
strain the ribbon cable.
5. On the LCD/keyboard buffer board remove the power connector and the connector to the
contrast control. Remove the LCD.
6. Remove the two retaining screws securing the contrast control to the Top Assembly.
LCD Replacement
To replace the LCD proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the LCD recess is clean and free from grease, dirt, and any traces of adhesive.
Use a clean cloth and alcohol based cleaning agent to wipe the recess to ensure a good
adhesion surface.
2. Position the LCD in the casing and thread the ribbon cable and the power cable through the
aperture in the Top Assembly casing.
3. Join the connectors at the back of the LCD and carefully tape to the LCD.
4. Using a flat-bladed knife peel off the protective backing from the two sided tape on the
LCD and secure the LCD Assembly in the LCD recess.
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Chapter 4
LCD (cont.)
5. Taking care not to touch the plastic screen, position the cover in the LCD bottom hinges and
secure with the three retaining screws at the top. Replace the LCD stops in the screw
recesses.
6. Secure the contrast control with the two retaining screws.
7. Replace the connectors to the LCD/Keyboard Buffer and secure the cable to the housing
with the cable clips. Secure the ribbon cable with retaining tape.
Checks after LCD Replacement

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Chapter 4
Thermal Printer and Print Head

Pre-requisites
The Top Assembly must be removed. All external cable assemblies must be disconnected.
Tools
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Hexagonal screwdriver Torx TX10
Flat ended pliers
Part Numbers
The part number for the Thermal Printer and print head is given in Chapter 6.
CAUTION
THE THERMAL PRINTER CONTAINS IS STATIC SENSITIVE; OBSERVE ANTISTATIC PRECAUTIONS:
Thermal Printer Removal

To remove the Thermal Printer disconnect all connectors to the Interface board, unscrew the four
corner printer securing screws, gently lift the printer and remove the complete assembly.
Print Head Removal

To remove the Thermal Print Head after the printer assembly has been removed from the Top
Assembly , proceed as follows:
1. Slacken the three print head tensioning screws and remove the three springs and brass
spacers.
2. Using the hexagonal screwdriver, slacken the hexagonal print head retaining screw and
carefully remove the print head retaining rod with a pair of pliers
3. Gently ease the thermal print head away from the printer assembly.
Print Head Replacement

The Thermal Printer must be removed to replace the print head. The print head comes complete with
the data cable assemblies connected (x2). To replace the print head in the printer assembly proceed
as follows:
1. Remove the three print head tensioning screws. Assemble the three spring and brass spacers
and insert the springs into the tensioning screws aperture so that the brass spacer adjoins the
print head. Loosely fasten the three print head tensioning screws.
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Chapter 4
Thermal Printer and Print Head (cont.)

2. Carefully insert the print head retaining rod and secure with the hexagonal print head
retaining screw.
3. Adjust the print head tensioning screws so that the head of the screws are indented and an even print
head spring tension is achieved.
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Thermal Printer and Print Head (cont.)

Thermal Printer Replacement
The resistance value of the printer is used as an off-set by the printer drive circuit and must be entered
via the AT-10 menu structure, prior to operation. Before replacing the printer, make a note of the
printer resistance. The resistance value is found written on a label on the printer.
To replace the Thermal Printer proceed as follows:
1. Position the Printer and secure with the four corner retaining screws. Ensure that the cable
assemblies from the printer to the Interface PCB are not caught and are not strained.
2. Reconnect the connectors to the Interface board
Checks, Tests and Adjustments after Printer Replacement

Carry out the printer check as follows:
1. Check that the correct resistance of the printer is entered in the AT-10 memory as follows:
Note: The printer resistance will be found on a label attached to the printer.
Enter the following key sequence <ECG> <6> (electrode test) <ENTER> <ENTER>
R TPH is the resistance of the printer. To enter a new resistance value press </>. The
first figure of the resistance value is highlighted and the correct resistance value can
be entered. Note that the AT-10 will only accept a resistance range of between 1000
and 1800 Ohms.
2. To check the printer and to ensure that every pixel is operational enter the test screen and
press P. Enter the following key sequence:
A print-out of a series of diagonal lines will be given. Carefully examine the print-out and ensure
that all the lines are even and uninterrupted. Any faulty print-head pixels will be seen as a horizontal
white line. Examine the print-out for evenness of print. If the print intensity is uneven (for example
darker at the top than the bottom), check the alignment of the printer and adjust the tension of the
print head (print head tensioning screws) to obtain the best print-out.
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Chapter 4

Keyboard
Pre-requisites
Tools and Materials
Wide, blunt instrument eg screwdriver handle (for applying an even pressure to the board
during removal).
Clean lint free cloth
Cleaning agent such as alcohol or trichorethylene
Part Numbers
The part number for the keyboard PCB is given in Chapter 6.
Keyboard Removal
The Keyboard is secured in position with double side adhesive tape. To remove the keyboard
proceed as follows:
1. Taking care to secure the hinged LCD module so that it cannot open, turn the Top Assembly
up-side-down.
CAUTION
THE TOP ASSEMBLY IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO ABRASION DAMAGE. TO PREVENT
SCRATCHING PLACE THE TOP ASSEMBLY ON A NON-ABRASIVE CLOTH WHEN UPSIDE-DOWN.
2. Remove the keyboard connector from the LCD/Keyboard Buffer PCB.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE TOP ASSEMBLY HOUSING, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
PRISE THE KEYBOARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE UNIT.
3. From the bottom of the assembly, through the housing aperture, apply pressure to the
Keyboard with a blunt instrument, until the keyboard lifts.
4. When the keyboard has lifted, return the Top Assembly to the upright position and remove
the Keyboard from the recess.
5. Using a clean cloth and a cleaning agent wipe the Keyboard recess to remove any traces of
adhesive or dirt that may prevent good adhesion.
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Keyboard (cont.)
Keyboard Replacement
The Keyboard comes complete with double sided adhesive tape for fixing the board in position. To
replace a keyboard proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the Keyboard recess is clean and free from grease, dirt, and any traces of
adhesive. Use a clean cloth and a cleaning agent to wipe the keyboard recess to ensure a
good adhesion surface.
2. Remove the protective backing from the adhesive tape, precisely position the board and
gently place in position. When the Keyboard is correctly positioned, use a clean cloth to
firmly press down on the keyboard to ensure good adhesion.
4. Turn the Top Assembly up-side-down and connect the keyboard connector to the LCD/
Keyboard Buffer board.

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Chapter 5
Functional Checks & Adjustments

Chapter 5
Contents
Check and Adjustment Procedures
5.2
General Confidence Check

Power Supply
Printer
5.2
5.3
5.6
Printer Resistance
Printer Head Alignment
RS Interface Testing
5.6
5.7
5.8
RS Interface Error messages

RS Self Test
RS -232 Transmission/Reception Test
Test Input / Output
Test Output
Test Input
5.8
5.9
5.11
5.11
5.13
5.14
Error Codes
Interface Board Adjustments
5.14
5.15
Paper Mark Adjustment

Self Test Screens / Electrode Test Screen
5.15
5.16
Electrode Test Screen
5.16
Self Test Screen
5.17
Offset Screen
5.19
Software and Options
5.21
Replacing the Flow Sensor Filter
5.23
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Check and Adjustment Procedures

General Confidence Check
The procedure detailed here is a general confidence check in the unit after an internal module or
board has been replaced. It is not a full functional test but is intended to identify any faults that may
be present after the unit has been reassembled. To carry out the general confidence check of the AT10 proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the voltage selector on the back panel is set for the required voltage and connect
mains to the unit. Switch on the mains and ensure that the green mains LED lights.
2. Switch the unit on by pressing the <ON> key on the keyboard. Ensure that the LCD lights
and that for a few seconds the test screen is displayed at the bottom of the screen. When the
test screen disappears, check that straight line traces are displayed for the selected leads and
that the information box in the top right-hand corner of the display, is present.
3. Press <FNCT> <2> <2> and enter the time and date details. Press <ESC> when complete.
Ensure that the correct date and time is displayed on the screen.
4. Connect the ECG phantom to the ECG connector on the side panel and switch the phantom
on. Ensure that a good ECG trace is displayed on the screen.
quality. Press <MAN START> and ensure that the print-out is accurate and of good quality.
6. Press the <AUTO START> key and wait approximately 10 seconds for the printout to
commence. Ensure that the print-out is accurate and of good quality.
7. Press the <PATIENT DATA> key and systematically press the keys:
<QWERTY UIOP>, <ENTER>, <1234567890>
Ensure that the entered data is correctly presented on the screen as entered. Press <ESC> to
exit the patient data display.
8. Press the <BEGIN> key and ensure that the AT-10 indicates that an exercise test has
commenced. Press <END> and <PRINT REPORT> and ensure that a print-out is given.
Press <STOP>.
9. Enter the required static parameter values and store the values by pressing <FNCT> <2>
<5>.
Note: A brief overview of the programmable parameters is provided in Chapter One. A full
description of the programmable parameters, the parameter values and the procedure
to set them, is provided in the AT-10 Operating Manual.
10. If a module has been replaced carry out the checks and tests detailed in the relative
Paragraph (if not already carried out). Switch the unit off and leave connected to the mains
supply for 24 hours to fully charge the battery.
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Chapter 5
Check and Adjustment Procedures (cont.)

Power Supply
1. Connect mains to the unit and switch on. Ensure that the mains LED lights and the Battery
LED lights. (Ensure that when the battery is fully charged - maximum 15 hours - the battery
light is extinguished when mains is still connected).
for the selected leads.
quality.
Note: If the print-out quality is poor and the printer has not been changed, the stored printer
resistance data may have been lost from memory. To check the stored resistance
setting see Paragraph 5 `Self Test Screens and Offset Adjustments. If problems are
experienced with paper mark detection or setting the printer speed it may be
necessary to adjust the factory pre-sets on the Interface board.
4. Press any key and ensure that the buzzer beeps.
5. Check the 12V supplies and communications interface by carrying out the RS test
procedure detailed in Paragraph 4.4.
6. Disconnect the mains supply and ensure that the mains LED is extinguished and that the
yellow battery LED lights.
If all these checks are satisfactory it indicates that the Power Supply board is functioning. If any of
the checks fail, the individual power supplies must be checked.
Power Rail Adjustment Procedure

The power supply voltages can be checked in isolation; it is not a requirement that the unit has to
be assembled to check the power supplies. If the power supplies are checked when the Power Supply
is connected to the Processor board however, a more accurate measurement may be achieved.
Test measuring points are provided on the Power Supply board for measurement of all power rails.
Individual adjustment is not possible for any of the voltage rails except +UB (from which all other
supplies are generated and the batteries are charged).
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WARNING
LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT WHEN CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE POWER
SUPPLY. DO NOT LET CONCENTRATION LAPSE. EXERCISE GREAT CARE WHEN
TAKING MEASUREMENTS.
On Signal Simulation
A latch circuit exists on the power supply. If the Power Supply board is checked in isolation the on
signal must be connected to GND. To simulate the on signal, proceed as follows:
1. Connect mains to the unit and switch the mains on.
2. Using a suitable lead, connect GND to Plug P12 pin 25, and hold for 2 seconds. The power
supply will now be latched on and all generated power supplies can be checked for the
correct voltage.
Note:
To switch the power supply off, connect GND to P1 pin 50.
+UB Adjustment
To check and adjust +UB supply proceed as follows:
1. Connect mains power to the unit and switch on. Latch the power supply on, as detailed
above.
2. Measure the voltage at connector P25 pin 1. Adjust VR1 to achieve a voltage of +27V
200mV.
Note: The test point where measurement is taken is situated after the On/Off switch. If no
voltage is present ensure that the on/off switch Q11, is switched on. To check the
voltage before the On/Off switch measure the voltage on fuse SI2.
Power Rail Measurement

No adjustment is possible for any of the power rails. To check the power rail voltages go on the
relevant connector pin and measure with a DVM. If any of the values are out of tolerance first ensure
that +UB voltage is correct. If this is correct the power supply must be changed.
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Printer
To check the printer and to ensure that every pixel is operational, a built-in printer test is provided.
To carry out the printer check enter the following key sequence:
<ECG> <6> (Electrode test) <P>
A print-out of a series of diagonal lines will be given. Carefully examine the print-out and ensure
that all the lines are even and uninterrupted. Any faulty print-head pixels will be seen as a horizontal
white line. Examine the print-out for evenness of print.
If a faulty pixel is detected the printer must be replaced. If the print-out is uneven (for example
darker at the top than the bottom), it indicates that the printer alignment is not correct. If the printout is too faint or too dark, check that the correct resistance is entered in memory as detailed in
Paragraph 4.3.1.
Printer Resistance
Check that the correct resistance of the printer is entered in the AT-10 memory as follows:
Note:
The printer resistance will be found on a label attached to the printer.
1. Enter the following key sequence <ECG> <6> (Electrode test) < ENTER> <ENTER>
2. R TPH is the resistance of the printer. To enter a new resistance value press </>. The first
figure of the resistance value is highlighted and the correct resistance value can be entered.
When the correct resistance value has been entered, press <ENTER> to save the setting.
Note that the AT-10 will only accept a resistance range of between 1000 and 1800 Ohms.
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Chapter 5
Printer (cont.)
Printer Head Alignment
Printer alignment is achieved with the three print head alignment (tensioning) screws. Adjust the screws so that
they are slightly indented below the frame. Adjust to achieve the best quality print-out.
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RS Interface Testing
RS Interface Error messages
The following error messages are associated with the RS Interface. If any of these error messages
are displayed, carry out the checks suggested.
SERIAL LINK TIME-OUT
This indication appears if no signal is received from the

remote unit (after approximately 30 seconds).
Check that the remote unit is switched on and set to the
correct parameters
Check the correct set-up in both units (<STORAGE>
key)
Check that the connecting cable is correctly plugged in
Check the integrity of the cable assemblies (at both
units)
If using a modem ensure that it is communicating with
the remote modem
TRANSMISSION ERROR
This is a general fault indication

Check that the remote unit is switched on and set to the
correct parameters
Check that the connecting cable is correctly plugged in
Check the integrity of the cable assemblies (at both
units)
If using a modem, ensure that it is communicating with
the remote modem
NO ECG IN MEMORY
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An ECG transmission has been attempted, but no ECG is

stored in the units memory. Store an ECG in the memory
and attempt the transmission again. If the same message
appears, change the Processor board.

Chapter 5
RS Interface Testing (cont.)

RS Self Test
The RS interface self test ensures that the RS communication circuit on the Processor board is
functioning. To carry out the RS self test proceed as follows:
1. Connect the RS test cable to RS ports 1, 2, and 3 as indicated on the RS plugs.
2. Switch the AT-10 on. Press the <STORAGE> key and then select the Test Mode option and
self test with test plug.
The self test starts and a pass or fail message appears on the LCD. An audible indication is given
that the test is complete.
Test Failure
If this test fails ensure that the cable assembly is wired and connected correctly. If the test cable
assembly is correct, a fault is indicated on the Processor Board or Power Supply.
Test Pass
When this test passes it indicates that the fault lies in the remote equipment, the transmission line
or that the protocol of the two communicating devices are incompatible.
Check that all settings (Parity, Stop bit) and the Baud rate are the same in both devices.
Reset all settings to ensure compatibility between the communicating devices. Check that all
settings ( Line or Modem, Record or Block) are correct for the application. Are the settings
compatible in both the transmitting and receiving devices?
Check the integrity of all cable connections. Are all cables correctly connected to the
programmed port?
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Chapter 5
RS Interface Testing (cont.)
RS Test Cable ART. No. 2. 310 042
RS 232 Pin Connections
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PIN
SIGNAL
Out ( Data Output)
In ( Input Data)
RTS1 ( Output - Request to Send)
CTS1 (Input - Clear to Send)
DSR1 (Input - Receive Unit Ready)
DTR1 ( Output - AT-60 Ready)
Ground

Chapter 5
RS -232 Transmission/Reception Test

Test Input / Output
The test transmission / test reception options enables a test sequence to be generated and received.
Use these test options to ensure that the receiving and transmitting units can communicate and that
the cable assemblies, connectors etc. between the communicating units are good.
The test message generated is a string of all ASCII characters - ABCD.... 1234....abcd... etc. When
the test transmission / reception option is selected, the string of characters sent by the transmitting
unit are displayed on the LCD in the receiving unit. In the transmitting unit a message is displayed
indicating that a test transmission is in progress.
To perform these tests, you will need a second AT-10 unit, or the AT-10 RS-232 (#3) interface
has to be connected to an active terminal, for example the Hyperterminal, which is available under
Windows 95. The following equipment is needed:
A personal computer (PC) with Windows 95 Hyperterminal installed.
An RS-232 cable assembly, Art.No. 2.310 159, for connecting the RS-232 (#3) interface on
the AT-10 with the COM port of the PC. This assembly consists of a cable, Art. No. 2. 310
094 and an adapter DB 9 / DB 25, Art. No. 2. 100 552.
1. Start from Windows 95 desktop. Click on START. Select Programs / Accessories /

Hyperterminal.
2. Double-click on Hypertrm(.exe). Enter the name AT-10 for the new connection and click on
OK.
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RS-232 Transmission/Reception Test (cont.)
3. Set the direct connection to the proper COM-port and click OK.
4. Enter the port settings 19200, 8, N, 1, Hardware and confirm with OK..
5. You are now in the AT-10 Hyperterminal window. Click on File and select Properties.
6. Go to tab Settings and set Terminal keys, Auto detect and 500 buffer lines.
7. Click on ASCII Setup.
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8. Check the boxes for "Send line ends with line feeds", "Echo typed characters locally" and
"Wrap lines that exceed terminal width". Confirm with OK. Click once more on OK to get
back to the open Hyperterminal window.
You are now ready to start the input and output tests.
Test Output
On the AT-10, press the <STORAGE> key and select Test mode. Make sure that the
settings are 19200 bps, parity N, stopbit 1. Set Channel No. 3.
Press key <5> Test output on channel n on the AT-10.
The AT-10 now sends a string of alphanumerical characters, which are echoed in the
Hyperterminal window on the PC.
Stop the test by pressing key <7> End of test input/output.
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Test Input
In the RS-232 test window, press the key <6> Test input on channel n. The upper part of
the RS-232 test window is erased to be able to display incoming messages.
On the PC, type any characters and verify that they are echoed on the AT-10.
Stop the test by pressing key <7>. Leave the RS-232 test window by pressing ESC.
Error Codes
The error codes shown at the bottom of the display have the following interpretations:
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DSR
Data set ready
BD
Break detected
FE
Frame error
OE
Overrun error
PE
Parity error
TxE
Transmitter empty
RxR
Receiver ready
TxR
Transmitter ready

Chapter 5
Interface Board Adjustments

One adjustment is possible on the Interface board - Paper Mark (VR1). This pre-set is used to adjust
the paper mark detection circuit threshold so that the paper mark is recognised. The paper mark is
used for calculation of print-out commencement position, paper detection, paper present etc.
Paper Jammed Indication

When the detection circuit does not recognise the paper mark, a paper jam error message may be
displayed. Before carrying the paper mark adjustment procedure, ensure that the paper detector
window is clean.
Paper Mark Adjustment

Set the paper mark threshold as follows:
1. Connect a digital voltmeter across the P4 connector (test point 1).
2. Switch the unit on and adjust VR1 to obtain a reading as follows:
NB
> 3.0 V
when the black paper mark is under the paper mark detector
0.2 to 0.4 V
when there is no paper mark under the detector ie white paper
IF THE DETECTION DOES NOT RECOGNISE THE PAPER MARK AFTER

ADJUSTMENT, ENSURE THAT THE PAPER MARK WINDOW IS CLEAN.
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Self Test Screens / Electrode Test Screen

There are three test screens built into the AT-10 for use by the service engineer. The first screen
provides test information of the patient cable and electrode application. The second screen gives
the value of certain reference voltages and important internal synchronisation measurements and
the third screen gives variable settings and measurements. The first two screens are for information
only, and no adjustment can be made to these values. Additional test equipment is required to carry
out some of the settings on the third screen. The three test screens are as follows:
This screen indicates the electrode offset voltage and can

indicate any faults in the patient cable or patient electrode.
Self Test Screen
This screen displays ECG internal reference voltages and

internal measurements of synchronisation and other
parameters.
Offset Settings Test Screen
This provides measurements and setting facilities for the

analog offsets used for accurate control of exercise bikes
and analog controlled treadmills. This screen also contains
the thermal print head resistance setting option.

Use this screen to display the dc voltage between the left leg electrode and all other electrodes. The
measurements obtained will indicate any cable short circuits or open circuits. To enter the electrode
test screen proceed as follows:
1. Press <ECG> to display the main menu options.
2. Select option Èlectrode Test to enter the electrode test screen. The following display will
be shown:
The measured voltage value will depend on where the electrodes are connected. The voltage
readings that can be expected are as follows:
With patient connected 100mV.
With patient simulator connected 30 mV - this will depend on the

patient simulator used and must be taken as a flexible measurement.
With all electrodes shorted together: 20 mV.
Patient lead not connected ie open circuit 50 mV.
Note:
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The readings obtained with this screen are necessarily arbitrary. Generally when the
readings for all electrodes are the same, or vary by only a small percentage, it can be
assumed that the patient cable and electrodes are within tolerances.

Chapter 5
Self Test Screen

To enter the self test screen proceed as follows:
1. When in the Electrode test screen, press <ENTER>. The following display will be shown:
This screen gives the following data:
Uref +
This is the value of the reference voltage used in the multiplexer circuit on the ECG Amplifier. The
value of the reference voltage is 2727 mV. However because the ECG amplifier has a floating
ground, this figure is arbitrary and the measured voltage can give a great variance to the true value.
Uref This is a negative reference voltage used on the ECG Amplifier board. Because the ECG amplifier
has a floating ground this figure is arbitrary.
Udif
This is the difference of the two reference values above (Uref + and Uref -).
Calib
This is the value of a signal generated by the CPU for calibration of the ECG signals.
CMSIG
This measurement gives an indication of the common mode noise. A high reading indicates high
common mode noise and thus the quality of the ECG reading may not be as good as with a lower
noise level. The measurement indicates the amplitude of the output signal of the right leg driver
circuit.
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Self Test Screen (cont.)

The patient must be connected to obtain a meaningful measurement. The range of the measurement
is between 0 and 255. A high reading means that common mode noise is present and it may be
necessary to move the unit to a less noisy environment. Sources of noise could include the following:
bad electrode connection
electric light
electric motors, CRT monitors etc.
T TPH
This is the temperature of the print head heat sink. This measurement is used by the CPU to control
the printer timing to obtain optimum print. The reading given here should be approximately the
ambient temperature of the room. Note that if the printer has recently been active this reading may
be higher than the room temperature.
SYNC
This value is a counter reading of the number of communication failures between the ECG
Amplifier and the main CPU, since the unit was switched on. There should never be any
communication failures and this value should be 0. If communication failures are occurring it
indicates a problem with the ECG Amplifier board or the Processor board.
SUBSYNC
This counter gives the number of times that re-synchronisation of the data subvector has occurred.
On initial switch on this counter could read 5 to 30. After initial synchronisation this figure should
not increase. If re-synchronisation is occurring, check the optical link between the Processor board
and the ECG Amplifier board.
SKIP
This counter gives the number of times re-synchronisation is necessary by skipping one ECG
sample. On initial switch on this counter could read 5 to 10. Synchronisation is periodically required
and over a 24 hour period the counter could be up to 100.
NOTE !!
For units using the ECG board MK 7-2 SW V 0.4, values are shown for Uref+ to
CMSIG. For units with ECG board MK 7-20 SW V1.20, these values are all zero.
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Chapter 5
Offset Screen
This screen gives the value (and setting facility) for the thermal print head resistance and the value
and setting option of various analog offsets for analog controlled stress test devices. A DVM is
required to carry out the analog offset settings.
To enter the offset test screen proceed as follows:
From the electrode test screen press <ENTER> <ENTER>. The following display is shown:
This screen gives the following data and adjustments:
R TPH
The value indicated here is the resistance of the thermal print head and must be set to the correct
resistance to ensure a good quality print-out. The print head resistance is found on the printer and
can be accessed by removing the printer cover plate.
To set the resistance of the thermal print head press </>. The first figure of the resistance value is
now highlighted and the new resistance value can be entered. The entered value must be more than
1000 Ohms and less than 1800 Ohms. If a resistance value outside of these limits is entered, the user
is prompted to enter the value again. When the resistance is set press <ENTER>.
DACOFFS
This is an indication of the offset value of the digital to analog converter used for load or speed
conversion for bicycle ergometers and analog treadmills respectively. To set this value proceed as
follows:
1. From monitor mode enter the exercise menu and select the bicycle option as follows:
<EXERCISE> <3> (Exercise Settings) <4> (Treadmill / Bicycle setup) <1> <1>
( Bicycle 1V/100W)
Press >ENTER> and exit the exercise menu.
2. Commence an exercise test by pressing <BEGIN>. Press the <PROTOCOL> key, select
<1> edit Protocol 1 and manually set the base load to 100 W.
3. Wait 30 seconds and press <NEXT STAGE>.
4. Measure the voltage at pin 5 of the Stress connector. Using the <YES> and <NO> keys, set
the DACOFFS value to obtain a reading of 1.00V 5mV.
IN4OFFS and AIN4

This offset ensures that the correct load input value is interpreted from a bicycle. The IN4OFFS
gives the value (-32 to 31) of the offset and the AIN4 gives the actual value. To set this offset proceed
as follows:
1. Connect a power supply, with an accuracy of at least 0.1%, to pin 4 of the stress connector.
Set the power supply to 1.0V
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Offset Screen (cont.)

2. Adjust IN4OFFS using the left and right cursor, until a reading of 1000 (mV) 5 is obtained
at AIN4.
IN5OFFS and AIN5

This offset ensures the correct reading for analog input of RPM (bicycle) or elevation (analog
treadmill). The procedure to adjust this offset is the same as for IN4OFFS but the PSU must be
connected to pin 1 of the stress connector and the <UP> and <DOWN> keys are used for adjusting
the value.
B TEMP and AIN6

This displays the battery temperature, and the battery temperature in volts, received from the
transducer.
BV and AIN0
BV indicates the voltage level of +US (that is the battery voltage, or the primary dc voltage
generated by the power factor controller from the mains (and used for battery charging)). The actual
voltage level of +US is calculated from the BATTV signal (sheet 5 of the power supply circuit
diagram) and shown on this screen as AIN0. The value of BV is approximately 26.8V (nom +27V)
when working from the mains, and between +24V and +21V when using battery power. The AIN0
indication (signal BATTV) is 4000mV100 when working from the battery and 4400mV100
when working from the mains
BCHARGE, AIN1 and B CAPACITY

AIN1 gives a voltage value indicating the loading control level of the battery (from the PSU - signal
BATTLC). The voltage range is 0mV to 2500mV (0V indicates that the battery is fully charged,
2500mV indicates that the battery is fully discharged.
Because every battery varies, the processor initially calculates the capacity of the battery so that it
knows when to generate the battery low signal - the B CAPACITY indication gives the calculated
capacity of the installed battery. When a new battery installed, it must be fully charged and fully
discharged a minimum of two times, so that the processor can accurately assess the capacity of the
new battery.
The BCHARGE indication shows the remaining battery capacity and is calculated from BATTLC
signal (AIN1 indication).
Note:
The battery capacity displayed on the LCD information box is the actual remaining
capacity of the battery and is calculated from B CAPACITY and AIN1. The
remaining capacity displayed in the information box will not necessarily be the same
as that shown for BCHARGE.
K
This character indicates the type of print head which is used. Two types are available:
Page 5.20
K:
Manufacturer Kyochera
R:
Manufacturer Ricoh

Chapter 5
Software and Options

To check the software version of the unit and to display all the systems options that have been
installed, proceed as follows:
Display the software option screen by pressing the key sequence:
<ECG> <6> (Electrode test) <.> (period)
Note:
The actual key sequence may change slightly for different software versions.
The software version and the installed options are displayed on the LCD as follows:
The top line gives the equipment name and the overall system software
version of the unit; that is the software version of the EPROMs in the
Program Pack. This is followed by a combination of characters to
indicate the type of software (or basic options) that is installed. These
are as follows:
C - Interpretation Program
V - Frank Vector Loops
S - Standard
M - Measurement
The measurement program is integral to the interpretation program,

thus when the interpretation program is installed, by default the
measurement program is also installed. Full details of all the software
versions are given in the AT-10 Operating Handbook.
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Chapter 5
Software and Options (cont.)
The second and third line give the software version of all the software
controlled peripherals in the AT-10. These are as follows:
DSP - the software version of the digital signal processor on the

Program Pack.
EKG - the software version of the single chip processor on the

ECG Amplifier Board
COMM - the software version of the communications controller

on the Processor Board
STO - the software version of the optional disk controller
Below the software version details is the options line. This details the
options that are installed. These are as follows:
EXEC - analysis program for exercise ECGs
SPI - Spirometry
LAPO - Late Potential
PM - Pacemaker
RES - Lung Resistance
PFT - Pulmonary Functiuon Test
The number below, and to the right of the Copyright notice, is a

counter of the number of unauthorized attempts that have been made to
incorporate extra options to the unit.
Important - only 9 attempts are allowed and if this figure exceeds
9, no more upgrades are possible.
The number immediately below the unauthorized attempts counter is

the system serial number.
The options on the bottom of the screen are the software updates that
can be incorporated into the unit when the correct code is entered. To
incorporate any of these software options the code must be entered, the
option selected with the <+> and <-> keys and the <ENTER> key
pressed. The code can be purchased from Schiller AG through your
local dealer.
LP
Late potentials
HRV Heart Rate Variability
Page 5.22
PM
Pacemaker
PFT
Pulmonary Function Test

Chapter 5
Replacing the Flow Sensor Filter
Spirometer SP-20 / SP-110 / SP-150

The filter is the only serviceable item on the flow meter. To replace the filter proceed as follows:
1. Remove and discard the mouthpiece.
2. Remove the rubber adapter by pulling it away from the inner tube.
3. Remove the inner tube of the flow sensor by pushing it out of the outer tube in the direction
of the red location marks. Once the tube has been pushed half way it can be pulled out from
the other side.
4. Unscrew the two halves of the inner tube and remove and discard the filter.
5. Clean and sterilize all parts of the inner tube, the rubber adapter and the inside of the outer tube with
one of the following products:
Incidin GG
Amocid
Lysoformin
Alhydex
6. The cable and handle can be wiped with soapy water (do not dip into liquid!).
Page 5.23
Chapter 5

Replacing the Flow Sensor Filter (cont.)

7. Insert a new filter into the inner tube so that it sits on the inner lip of the half with the red
location mark.
8. Carefully screw the two halves of the inner tube together making sure that the filter is not
displaced.
9. Locate the end of the inner tube into the end of the outer tube and push it gently but firmly
until the shoulder of the inner tube makes contact on the outside edge of the outer tube. The
two red location marks must be in line.
10. Fit the rubber adapter by placing its wider end over the end of the inner tube with the red
location mark.
11. Insert a new mouthpiece (max. 1.5cm) into the end of the rubber adapter.
Page 5.24
Chapter 6
Spare Parts

Chapter 6
Spare Parts
Contents
Introduction
6.2
Module Identification
AT-10 Spare Modules
6.3
6.5
Disposables
6.6
Accessories
6.7
Dedicated Test Equipment and special Tools
6.8
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Chapter 6
Spare Parts
Introduction
This Chapter gives the part numbers for modules that can be replaced by the service engineer. The
part numbers for disposables, accessories and dedicated test equipment are also included.
When ordering state that the module required is for an AT-10 unit and provide the following:
Part Title
Part Number
Software Version *
Serial number of the unit *
Your company address and a contact name

*
The software version and the serial number of the unit are found on the software
screen (details in Chapter 4). The serial number is especially necessary when
ordering mechanical parts to ensure that the correct version is identified by the
processing department.
Additionally if you are returning a faulty module the following information, in as much detail as
possible, will speed repair:
the exact nature of the fault
the circumstances, and function being carried out, when the fault occurred
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT RETURNED MODULES ARE SENT BY REGISTERED POST.
IMPORTANT
ALL BOARDS AND STATIC SENSITIVE MODULES MUST BE RETURNED IN A SEALED
STATIC SHIELDING BAG. NO RESPONSIBILITY CAN BE ACCEPTED FOR MODULES
NOT SENT IN THIS WAY
The address to send your order is:
Schiller AG
Sales Department (Order Processing)
Altgasse 68
6340 Baar
Switzerland
Page 6.2
Chapter 6
Spare Parts

Module Identification
Every module has a unique part number. The number is either stencilled on the module or printed on an attached
label. The module numbers are arranged as follows:
When ordering a module, only the article number has to be stated (without the modification index).
The Batch number is a manufacturing identification number and need not be stated unless a module
is suspected of having a manufacturing fault.
The article number is divided as follows:
Build Group Number
Module Number
This number identifies the type of module or module

group, for example electrical (PCB), mechanical,
component etc.
The individual module number
Issue Letter
This is always an upper case letter and gives the issue state
of the module
Modification Index
This lower case letter gives the modification or build state

of the module. It is applicable only for the specific Issue
The documentation associated with a module, is identified by a letter in place of the module build
group number. For example the processor board for the AT-60 ECG unit without the Spirometry
option, has the article number 3.2180Ga.
The Circuit Diagram is S.2180Ga,
The Block Diagram is B.2180Ga
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Chapter 6
Spare Parts
The Component Layout is D.2180Ga.

The categories are as follows:
DOCUMENT
IDENTIFICATION
LETTER
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
BLOCK DIAGRAM
COMPONENT LAYOUT
TEST DOCUMENTATION
ASSEMBLY DOCUMENTATION
Note that the Test Documentation and Assembly Documentation is usually available for internal
use only.
Page 6.4
Chapter 6
Spare Parts

AT-10 Spare Modules
DESCRIPTION
NUMBER
KEYBOARD MK 8-3 ENGLISH
3. 2233FA
KEYBOARD MK 8-3 GERMAN
3. 2232FA
KEYBOARD MK 8-3 FRENCH
3. 2234FA
KEYBOARD MK 8-3 ITALIAN
3. 2235FA
ECG BOARD MK 7-2
3. 2181
MICROPROCESSOR BOARD MK 8-1D
3. 2230DB
MICROPROCESSOR BOARD MK 8-1 WITH LAN
3. 2228
PROGRAM PACK MK 8-11C
3. 2242CA
CONNECTORS RS 232/422 MK 8-7C
3. 2239CB
POWER SUPPLY BOARD MK 8-6E
3. 2238EF
INTERFACE BOARD MK 8-5E
3. 2237EA
LCD/KEYBOARD BUFFER MK 8-4C
3. 2236CB
PAPER TRAY DC MOTOR (COMPLETE)
3. 910 610
THERMAL PRINT HEAD
4. 140 113
THERMAL PRINTER MOTOR
3. 910 609
LCD 640 X 480
4. 600 051
LEAD ACID BATTERY
4. 350 020
MAINS MODULE (COMPLETE)
4. 270 004
MAINS TRANSFORMER
4. 320 085
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Chapter 6
Spare Parts
Disposables
Page 6.6
DESCRIPTION
PART
NUMBER
PRINTER PAPER
2. 157 012
DISPOSABLE CARDBOARD MOUTHPIECES

(FOR PNEUMOTACHO SENSOR SP-100)
2. 100 024
ELECTRODE GEL 100 mL
2. 158 005
Chapter 6
Spare Parts

Accessories
DESCRIPTION
PART
NUMBER
GROUND CABLE
2. 310005
POWER CABLE
2. 300005
ELECTRODE SET COMPRISING FOUR

EXTREMITY STAINLESS STEEL ELECTRODES
WITH RUBBER STRAPS. SIX PRECORDIAL
SUCTION ELECTRODES AND ELECTRODE GEL
2. 000041
PATIENT CABLE (CLIP)
2. 400048
PNEUMOTACHO SENSOR SP-110
2. 200510
NOSE CLIP
2. 100025
FILTERS (FOR SP-100)
2. 100026
Page 6.7
Chapter 6
Spare Parts

Dedicated Test Equipment and special Tools
Page 6.8
Chapter 7
Technical Data

Chapter 7
Technical Data
Contents
General Technical Data
7.2
Connectors
7.4
ERGO Connector
Data I/O Connector
Video Connector
Experimental Input Connectors DC1, DC2
RS-232 (V24) Serial Interface (Interface numbers 1, 2 and 3)
RS-422 Serial Interface
Pulmonary Function SP-110
7.4
7.4
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.6
7.7
Accessories for Pulmonary Function Testing
7.7
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Chapter 7
Technical Data
General Technical Data

Dimensions (l/w/h):
320 x 264 x 74 mm
Weight:
approx. 4.7 kg
Power supply requirements:
110 / 130 / 220 / 240Vac, 50 / 60Hz
Power consumption:
13 to 30VA
Battery:
lead-acid, 2 x 12V
Printing process:
high-resolution thermal printhead, 8 dots per mm

(amplitude axis), 40 dots per mm (time axis) @ 25mm/s
Paper speed:
2.5 / 5 / 10 / 12.5 / 25 / 50 / 100 mm/s
Sensitivities:
2.5 / 5 / 10 / 20mm/mV
Recording tracks:
3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 channels, positioned at optimal width on 200

mm, automatic baseline adjustment
Chart paper:
thermoreactive, Z-folded, perforation for A5 format
Liquid crystal display:
Backlighted liquid crystal display for ECG monitoring and

alphanumeric information
Resolution:
480 x 640 dots; viewing angle adjustable
Frequency range of the

digital recorder:
0 Hz - 150 Hz (IEC); 0 Hz - 150 Hz (AHA)
Test socket for patient cable:
for testing of electrode cables for interruptions and shortcircuit; control light indication
Patient input:
fully floating and isolated, defibrillation protected
Patient leakage current:
less than 5 A
Safety standard:
CF according to IEC
Protection class:
I according to IEC
Environmental conditions:
temperature, operating:
temperature, storage:
relative humidity:
Keyboard:
splashproof keys
Leads:
Standard / Cabrera / Frank X Y Z / Nehb / V7, V8, V9 /

further combinations can be programmed by the user
Automatic lead programs:
3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 channel representation on one or two pages

A4 (25, 50, 100 mm/s)
10 to 40 C
0 to 50C
15 to 85 % (non-condensing)
Versions M and C: average complexes of the 12 standard

leads (25 or 50 mm/s) and 10s rhythm strip (1 or 3 leads);
Vector loops from the standard leads
Page 7.2
Chapter 7
Technical Data

General Technical Data (cont.)

Data record:
Listing of ECG recording data, date and time of recording,

patient data, etc.
Versions M and C: ECG measurement results (intervals,
amplitudes, electrical axes), average complexes with
optional measurement reference markings
Version C: ECG interpretation statements
Long-term rhythm recordings:
1 lead, 10 min / page

1 lead, 5 min / page
1 lead, 90 sec / page
Exercise ECGs with final report:
automatic control of bicycle ergometer and treadmill (user

programmable)
Final report showing trendplots of heart rate, load and
blood pressure, physical working capacity (PWC 150,
PWC 170, PWC max.)
Versions M and C: QRS and ST measurements
ECG storage:
Output memory for 10s (12 ECG leads)

Circular input memory for 10s (12 ECG leads): The last 10s
ECG can be copied from input memory to output memory
by pressing one key.
An ECG can be copied from the output memory any
number of times.
Myogram filter (muscle tremor filter):
adjustable at 25 or 35 Hz, only effective for printed ECG
Line frequency filter:
distortion-free suppression of superimposed 50 or 60 Hz

sinusoidal interferences by means of adaptive digital
filtering
ECG amplifier:
simultaneous, synchronous recording of all 10 active

electrode signals (= 12 leads)
sampling frequency: 4kHz
digital resolution: 2.5 V (min)
dynamic range: 16 mV
max. electrode potential: 300 mV
frequency response: 0 to 350Hz (-3 dB)
common mode rejection: > 100dB / 50 or 60 Hz
input impedance: >100 MOhm
pacemaker detection / measurement:
detection voltage range
1mV to 500mV
measurement duration range 0.1 to 5ms
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Chapter 7
Technical Data
Connectors
ERGO Connector
2
4
GND
Input impedance:
> 100 kOhm
Pin Connections
Pin 1
RPM Input: 100 RPM/V
Pin 2
GND
Pin 4
Load input: 100 W/V
Pin 5
Load output: 100 W/V
Data I/O Connector

2
4
Page 7.4
TTL logic level:
5 Vdc Note: max. non-destructive voltage +15 Vdc, or -10

Vdc (2.5 kV static discharge)
Pin Connections:
Pin 1
QRS trigger
Pin 2
GND
Pin 3
footswitch (contact to GND = START)
Pin 4
TM DN
Pin 5
TM UP
Chapter 7
Technical Data

Connectors (cont.)
Video Connector
Type:
D sub, 15 pole, High-density, female:
Resolution:
640 x 480 dots
Input signals:
horizontal sync.:
TTL (positive)
vertical sync.:
TTL (negative)
video:
0 to 0.7V
horizontal:
31.3 kHz
vertical:
60 Hz
Pin 2
Video
Pin 11
DISP
Pin 5
Test
Pin 13
H-SYNC
Pin 7
Video GND
Pin 14
V-SYNC
Pin 9
D CLK
Pin 10
Sync GND
Scanning frequency:
Pin Connections:
Experimental Input Connectors DC1, DC2

Jack plug positive and negative
RS-232 (V24) Serial Interface (Interface numbers 1, 2 and 3)

Protocol:
Asynchronous
Baud Rate:
75 to 153600 Baud
Byte Format:
1 start bit, 8 data bits.

0 or 1 parity bit (+ or -), programmable
1 / 1.5 / 2 stop bits, programmable.
Transfer Control:
by means of DTR, DSR, CTS, RTS
Connection Socket:
3 x D subminiature (9 pole female), wired as DTE (Data

Terminal Equipment).
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Chapter 7
Technical Data
Connectors (cont.)
Pin Connections:
Channel 1, 2, 3:
Pin 3
TXD1 0
(output data)
Pin 2
RXD1 I
(input data)
Pin 7
RTS1 0
(request for output)
Pin 8
CTS1 I
(ready for output)
Pin 6
DSR1 I
(transfer unit ready)
Pin 4
DTR1 0
(AT-10 ready)
Pin 5
GND
RS-422 Serial Interface

Protocol:
Asynchronous
Baud Rate:
75 to 153600 Baud
Byte Format:
1 start bit, 8 data bits.

0 or 1 parity bit (+ or -), programmable
1 / 1.5 / 2 stop bits, programmable.
Page 7.6
Transfer Control:
None
Connection Socket:
1 x D-sub, 9 pole
Pin connections:
Pin 1
GND
Pin 2
TXC +
Pin 3
TXC -
Pin 4
RXC +
Pin 5
RXC -
Pin 6
RXD +
Pin 7
RXD -
Pin 8
TXD +
Pin 9
TXD -
Chapter 7
Technical Data

Pulmonary Function SP-110

Method of Measurement:
pneumotachometer
Measurement Ranges:
Flow: 0 to 14 l/s;
Volume:
0 to 11 litres
Measurement Accuracy:
2%
Flow Impedance:
less than 0.5 mbar * s/l at 10 l/s
Measured Values:
VC, ERV, IRV, TV, FVC, FEV0.5, FEV1.0, FEV3.0, FEV0.5/

VC, FEV1.0/VC, FEV3.0/VC, FEF 0.2 - 1.2 (litres), FEF25-75%,
FEF75-85%, PEF, MEF75%, MEF50%, MEF25%, MV, MVV,
FIVC, FIV1.0, FIV1.0/FIVC, FIV1.0/FVC, PIF, MIF50%.
Comparison pre/post medication possible.
Prediction Equation:
Adults:
ECCS / Berglund / Finnish / Indian / Morris / Crapo /

Knudson
Children:
Quanjer & Tammeling / Indian / Knudson
Accessories for Pulmonary Function Testing
Standard Accessories
Pneumotacho sensor SP-110 / SP-20 / SP-150

Disposable cardboard mouthpieces
Nose clips
Filter
Optional Accessories
Calibration pump
Page 7.7
Chapter 7
Technical Data
Page 7.8

Chapter 8
Glossary

Chapter 8
Glossary
Contents
Introduction
8.2
Acronyms
8.3
Page 8.1
Chapter 8
Glossary

Introduction
The following list provides a glossary of the important signals and acronyms used in the circuit
diagrams for the SCHILLER instruments. They will not all apply to the AT-10.
Only abbreviations that are specific to SCHILLER equipment are included here. General electrical
and electronic abbreviations are not included.
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Chapter 8
Glossary
Acronyms
..OS
Offset signal (on the ECG amplifier)
A(1..n)
CPU Address Bus.
ALBEEP
Alarm beeper signal to the audio amplifier. The frequency of this

signal is about 1000 Hz.
ANA1, ANA2
Analog input from the experimental inputs DC1 and DC2.
AS
Address strobe
BATT
Signal to CPU indicating battery operation
BATTLC
Analog signal to the processor giving the charge condition of the

battery.
BATTV
Battery voltage - analog signal from the power supply used by the
processor to assess battery or mains operation.
BLOW
Battery less than 11.3V. LCD flashes when this signal is active. When
the battery voltage drops to below approximately 9.4V the unit is
switched off. These values apply to equipment with 12 V battery. For
other equipment the limits are different.
CHAD ..
ECG signal multiplexer control signals (on the ECG Amplifier)
CIF(0..16)
Communication interface. General control signals for the

communication interface circuits.
CI(0..10)
RS interface control lines - input.
CO(0..10)
RS interface control lines - output.
CL1
19 kHz LCD latch pulse.
CL2
3.11 MHz LCD clock frequency.
CLK..
Clock Signal. The number following the CLK indicates the frequency.
For example CLK 19 indicates a frequency of 19 MHz.
CS..
Chip select. The general format of the chip select signals is CS

followed by some characters. The characters indicate the device to
which the chip select signal appertains. For example CSRTC is the
chip select signal for the real time clock and CSEPROM is the select
signal fot the EPROM etc.
CTS
Clear to send. General signal used in data communication.
D (0..15)
Data Bus
DACWR
Digital / analog converter wire.
DIO..
Data input/output on the Data I/O connector
DMUX
Data multiplexer.
DRAM
Dynamic RAM
DRC(0..6)
Dynamic RAM control.
DS..
Data strobe.
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Glossary

Acronyms
Page 8.4
DSP..
Digital signal processor (on program pack).
DTACK
Transfer data acknowledge. Bus signal to acknowledge transfer of

data.
DTR
Outgoing serial data, turns modem on.
ECG1
ECG in - serial ECG data to the CPU sent over the optical interface.
ECGMUX
The multiplexed ECG signal from the ECG amplifier.
ECGO
ECG out - serial ECG amplifier control data from the CPU sent over
the optical interface.
EF
Empty flag.
EJCT
Eject (paper tray).
EKGRES
Reset signal to the ECG Amplifier. This signal resets the ECG
Amplifier to recenter the ECG image on the LCD.
FIFOR
First in first out read.
FLM
Control signal for frame synchronisation of the LCD.
FPIN
Input for floating point co-processor.
FWR
Flag read / write.
HREN
Output enable signal for thermal print head data (History enable).
HSYNC
Horizontal synchronisation (video / VGA output).
IPL0..2
Interrupt priority level (binary encoded).
IREG
Control signal from the current detector and limiter circuit on the
power supply to regulate supply.
ISYS
Interrupt system (2 kHz).
KB..
Keyboard data in.
KBBEEP
Keyboard beep (to audio amplifier).
KBCLR
Keyboard clear.
KBCL1
Keyboard clock.
KBCL2
Keyboard clock.
KBIN..
Keyboard data in - serial data from the keyboard to the CPU.
KBS..
Keyboard Strobe.
KONV
Convert - this signal initiates the conversion of the incoming signal

from the ECG Amplifier..
LA
Left Arm.
LCA
Liquid crystal address - enable.
LCDAS
LCD Address Strobe.

Chapter 8
Glossary
Acronyms
LCDKONT
LCD contrast - sets the -18 V voltage level (from which the LCD
backlight power is generated) and thus the contrast of the screen.
LCDW
LCD Write.
LD1,2,3,4
Lower LCD data.
LDS
Lower data strobe.
LED (0..3)
Operate signals to the LED indicators on the keyboard.
LEDB
Battery LED.
LEDMAINS
Signal indicating mains connected - to operate LED indicator on the

keyboard.
LOE
Lower output enable - control signal for static Ram.
LP
Line synchronisation.
LSRAM
Lower output enable - control signal for static RAM.
LWE
Lower Write Enable - control signal for Static Ram.
LCD control signal derived from FLM.
MCLK
Motor Clock - speed control for the printer motor.
MOD
Control signal from the battery charging circuit.
MOFF
Motor off.
MON
Motor On - Printer motor enable signal.
NWTZ
Mains supply.
NMI
Non-maskable interrupt - interrupt for U47 (Schiller gate array)

activated by the reset button.
OFF
Off signal from the OFF key to switch off the power supply.
PDS
Control signal derived from FLM (unity waveform 1/2 FLM

frequency).
PM
Paper mark signal.
PMARK
Paper mark detection signal.
PMPON
Pacemaker detection pulse.
PMNEG
Pacemaker negative - indicates the trailing edge of a pacemaker pulse.
PMPOS
Pacemaker positive - indicates the leading edge of a pacemaker pulse.
PWM
Pulse Width Modulation
QTRRG
QRS trigger - output signal.
RA
Right Arm.
RAS
Row address strobe.
RES
Reset.
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Glossary

Acronyms
Page 8.6
RESLCD/
Resets / darkens the LCD.
RES/P
Error reset signal to inactivate the LCD.
RTS
Ready to send - ougoing serial data, handshake with CTS.
RXD
Receive data - incoming serial data.
R/W
Read / Write
SC(0..8)
System control bus - CPU control signals.
SCINV
Screen inversion.
SI
Serial in.
SO
Serial output from the CPU to the ECG amplifier via opto isolators.
SP..
Spirometry control and data signals.
SRAM
Static RAM memory.
STRB1/2
Timing signals for printer control.
SYSEN
System enable - active when the program pack is inserted. The CPU
will not work if this signal is not active.
TGATE
Gate pulse for programmable timer. This signal sets the TPDUR
signal.
TM
Thermal printer temperature - dc voltage from the print head, pulse

width modulation of signal TPTH.
TPC
Thermal printer clock. This is not a continuous clock signal but is

active when loading a line of printer data (into shift registers).
TPCLK
Thermal printer clock.
TPD
Thermal printer data - serial data for the printer.
TPDUR
Thermal printer duration - duration of the strobe pulse dependant on

the ambient temperature of the print head and the resistance of the
print head.
TPCSEL
Thermal printer controller select - control of thermal printer FIFO

(input memory buffer).
TPL
Thermal printer latch - print strobe control and data latch signal.
TPRES
Thermal printer reset - FIFO reset for thermal printer controller.
TPS 0 & 1
Thermal Printer Strobe - master timing strobe enable signal.
TPTH
Thermal Printer temperature - dc voltage from the print head to ADC,

approximately 3.7V at room temperature.
TS
Temperature sense (from battery).
TXD
Outgoing serial data.

Chapter 8
Glossary
Acronyms
POFF
Off control signal. Logic 1 keeps the unit switched on, Logic 0
switches the unit off . Note that the unit is initially switched on
directly from the ON key on the keyboard.
U1,2,3,4
Upper LCD data.
+UB
Battery voltage.
UCAS
Upper column address strobe (for dynamic RAM).
UD1, UD2
Upper data strobe - used for generating UOE and UWE.
UDS
Upper Data Strobe - used on the SCHILLER gate array.
UOE, USRAM
Upper output enable - for static RAM.
+UP
Voltage rectified from the mains input and regulated to approximately

+ 15 V.
UWE
Upper Write Enable - for static RAM.
+U
Unregulated dc supply from mains (approximately 30 V).
+UBU
Back-up voltage for the real time clock and static RAM.
+UD
Unswitched regulated dc voltage used as power source for the

switched supply +US. The voltage is 13.5V when mains is connected,
or battery voltage when mains is not connected. When mains is
connected, this supply charges the battery.
-ULCD
Contrast voltage to LCD.
+US
Switched dc voltage of 13.5V when mains is connected or battery

voltage when working from the battery. Input voltage for all PSUs on
the power supply board.
VCC
+5 V.
VMA
Valid memory address.
VPA
Valid peripheral address.
VSYNC
Vertical synchronisation - (video / VGA output).
WP0 and WP1
ECG In - the serial multiplexed ECG serial data to the CPU sent over
the optical interface, from the ECG Amplifier.
XD0..XD3
Pixel information.
XSCL
Shift clock for XDn.
YD
Frame synchronisation.
YDIS/
LCD off.
ZEROSET
Baseline reset (on the ECG amplifier) from the processor.
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Chapter 8
Glossary
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SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

SERVICE HANDBOOK Issue c April 2002

Article Number: 2. 540 005

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

AT-10 Service Handbook

SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - English

SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - German

SCHILLER AT-10 USER GUIDE - French

Copyright 2002 by SCHILLER AG

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

Where to Obtain Service

Tel.: +1 858 635 6023

Fax : +1 858 635 6611

Home Page : www.welchallyn.com

Fax : + 603 7877 5744

SCHILLER HmbH, Kampmllerweg 24, A-4044 Linz, Austria

Fax : + 43 732 757 000

SCHILLER Medizintechnik GmbH, Rudolf-Diesel Strasse 14, D-85521 Ottobrunn, Germany

Fax : + 4989 609 509 0

Fax : + 9122 826 3525

ESAOTE Spa (SCHILLER), Via di Caciolle 15, I-50127 Firenze, Italy

Fax : + 39055 4229 208

SCHILLER Reomed AG, Riedstrasse 14, CH-8953 Dietikon, Switzerland

Fax : + 411 740 3710

SCHILLER AG, Altgasse 68, CH-6341 Baar, Switzerland

Tel.: + 4141 766 4242

Fax : + 4141 761 0880

Home Page : www.schiller.ch

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT. NO SERVICEABLE

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

Whats in this Book

Chapter 1 - Operating Elements

Chapter 2 - Functional Overview

Chapter 3 - Fault Diagnosis

Chapter 4 - Physical Overview & Module Replacement

Chapter 5 - Functional Checks & Adjustments

Chapter 6 - Spare Parts

Chapter 7 - Technical Data

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

Whats in this Book

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

Alpha Numeric Keypad

Liquid Crystal Display

Manual Baseline Reset

Defining Macro Functions

Number of Printed Copies

User-programmable Lead Group

Programmable channels for Printout

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

The Schiller Cardiovit AT-10

SCHILLER AT-10 ECG and Spirometry Unit

The keyboard is divided into three functional areas. The

The LCD screen displays the real-time ECG traces and

The printer provides hard copy of test results.

Right-hand Side Panel

The side panel contains dc input connectors, the ECG

Left-hand Side Panel