For testing suspect 2114's I simply use the READ/WRITE functions of the 9010 - Write "AA" to the 1st RAM address, then Read it back. If you get "AA" then the RAM is apparently good at that point, but if you get "AX" then you know the low RAM is bad (D0 - D3) and if you get "XA" then the upper RAM is bad. Double check with "55" - same results.

Of course if you read the manuals you will find that the RAM test gives you more information on how to interpret the failure results, but I find this test very quick.

If you have the Probe, then sync it to Address and you can then check that the R/W lines are working correctly to see if the RAM is being addressed at all. The probe is a very handy addition to the 9010 that is often overlooked. It's ability to sync to the Address or Data makes it indispensable in fast troubleshooting!

John :-#)#

At 10:01 AM -0400 10/23/04, hitech wrote:
Yes he is at it again!
Going through a pile of pp2 brds with object memory problems @ 4400
Have my fluke 9010a and my z80-qt pod and polh
Is there a better way to test the 2114 I am pulling them out and testing in my mod empuA ttl tester ?
Then have to socket , They all seam to have the same problem of all lines high
I am not that great with the fluke 9010 when it says r/w @4400 is there a way to narrow it down
Even more than just object motion memory with the loop or any other method ?
Can anyone explain how to use the loop ?
Has any one ever put together a repair log on pp1 or pp2 boards
Any help would be great
Any info would be great
Lost and confused (but having fun)
 Ton