Open a terminal program such as windows hyperterminal. With very few modifications basically, this clock seems to have been designed to produce a 1sec pulse similar to the one from a gps running in timing mode. However, you can program the frequency offset via rs232 serial commands though, see control software link above, or add your own pot or. After a click on connect one has to select the correct comport. A portable 10 mhz rubidium frequency reference using the fe 5680a regenerating the 10 mhz output of the fe 5680a with a disciplined vcxo to make it suitable for use as a microwave transverter referencemurray greenman zl1bpu frequency electronics inc. Memory definitions can also be imported from travelplus for repeaters using. Vx2, vx5, vx6, vx7 using the commander range of software by jim mitchell, kc8unj. Duane used borlands power basic as this will also support com4. It appears similar to the nixisat, except for the machined billet alloy base. The programs are essentially similar, in that they set the fe 5650a fe5680a operating frequency to within 0. The fe5680a is a reliable and versatile atomic standard which provides consistent, high quality performance. Orders placed on or after april 25th will ship starting may 4th. Fe5680a rubidium atomic frequency standard oscillator. Apr 23, 2015 demonstration of how to program a custom frequency into the fe5680a opt 58 rubidium frequency standard made by fei.
You may return any new computer purchased from that is dead on arrival, arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. A warning if you plan to use the fe5680a as a 10 mhz reference for microwave. The fcode which is needed for programming the fe5680a exists of 16 digits. The fe 5650a features an extremely small size unit for usage in a multitude of equipments. First communication from the keyboard to s cr, please quotes note. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit or windows 8 and 8. Then the software connects to the fe5680a and reads out its momentary.
Additional features include low power consumption, fast warm up time, outstanding accuracy, low phase noise and low spurious. The fe5680a is a rubidium frequency standard widely available used on ebay. This is the permanent home for the users guide for the fe5680a breakout board. I have chosen a version of the fe5680a module, which includes a. The fe5650a features an extremely small size unit for usage in a multitude of equipments. C, a temperature range required for outdoor, limited access, low maintenance telecommunication hardware. Fp0discontinued downloadsoftware automation controls. Notes on four different units, two with sma connectors on vk2xv page. The data transfere between pc and fe5680a is shown in the textwindow at the rigt side of the program window. On the left, mounted in the lid, is the fe5680a and inside the box is the switching voltage converter near the top and the 10 mhz filterdistribution amplifier and status indicator near the bottom. I have chosen a version of the fe5680a module, which includes a dds. Help information for the frequency electronics inc fe 5650a fe 5680a controller by murray greenman zl1bpu this is a controller for any appropriate fei rubidium signal generator, such as the fe 5650a or fe 5680a, based on a 50. He was kind enough to share it with us thank you very much duane. Gps discipline module for the fe5680a, fe5650a and fe405b frequency standards.
Ford module programming fmp purchase and installation. This item is an interface board that makes interfacing to the fe 5680a substantially more convenient. The enables remote adjustment of the output frequency by computer through an rs232 interface. The module programming tab is disabled when a manual vehicle session is started. Module programming menu figure 1 is available in the toolbox tab after starting a session with a vehicle. The software is a single exefile, and can be started directly no installation required.
Frequency electronics official fe 5680a product page. For first time users of fmp, you must create an account prior to purchasing any services from this website. The adms270 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. The phase is triggered on the cmac to improve the trigger clarity and to assure minimal jitter.
In rare cases it may also update configuration data inside the module. In the parametersfield the software shows the individual calibration constat of the fe5680a. Useful vk3um fe5680a page notes, links, and control software. Congratulations youve got a rb clocked frequency synthesizer. One of my rb an fe 5680a, for example, was off about 1ppb when i got it, which is at least an order of magnitude away from where it should be and two orders away from where it could be. Configurable zone types 92 and 93 fa168c only can only be programmed using the downloader software. All the devices are marked fe5680a, but its likely that there are several different versions. Then the software connects to the fe5680a and reads out its momentary configuration. Fe5680a breakout board from geppetto electronics on tindie.
Ftb8800 is a memory management program for the ft8800re fm transceiver. For rb, i like the fe5680a but youll probably want to buy one that clearly has the rf out already. Close up showing the frequency electronics fe5680a rubidium atomic oscillator module. Fe 5680a technical manuals earlier manual manual for 56800211 version. The sellers description of this object is fei fe5680b rubidium oscillator with 1pps 20mhz output only10mhz need to mod and it includes pictures showing the pcb. Its not necessarily accurate particularly when you buy them from ebay. The need to mod part makes it clear that the box must be opened. Frequency electronics inc fe5650afe5680a controller by murray greenman zl1bpu this is a controller for any appropriate fei rubidium signal generator, such as the fe5650a or fe5680a, based on a 50. A precise reference frequency not only for your ham radio station. The parts list provides additional information about the components used to assemble the board. Fe5680a technical manuals earlier manual manual for 56800211 version. Picpgm is a free and simple pic development programmer software for windows and linux. Configure the terminal program to open the com port, which you connected the cable to.
Ford, lincoln, mercury national automotive service task. The 1pps signal should be directly available on pin 5 of the hd15 connector. Programming configurable zone type options involves making 10 entries in data field 182 for zone type 90 and field 184 for zone type 91, where each entry represents the sum of the values of the various options shown in the tables below. Extensive info on packaging for ham radio use on ka7oei page. Software fe c hardware fe c tacx trainer software tacx cycling app tacx training app zwift kinomap intervals by kinomap skuga trainer road fulgaz the sufferfest cycleops virtual training bkool indoor ergvideo golden cheetah maximum trainer perfpro veloreality garmin 520 mio 505. I used it to programme icf4002, which isnt listed above. As a happy coincidence, when programming the controller, reset is held low anyway, so the fact that the watchdog wont be being petted during programming wont be an issue. Probably the worst case is reached if both aspects combine like it is the case in deep space satellite communication. Communications software is included with the windows hyperterminal was used to feature a special terminal software does not use anything so good. A precise reference frequency not only for your ham radio.
The program runs on a standard pc that has an available com port for connection to the transceiver. Kw watcher32bit confirm whether a computer to use is for 32bit version or 64bit version. At the big display the value of the generated frequency is shown. This item is an interface board that makes interfacing to the fe5680a substantially more convenient. Operating software no commercial software is known to exist for this unit. On the left, mounted in the lid, is the fe 5680a and inside the box is the switching voltage converter near the top and the 10 mhz filterdistribution amplifier and status indicator near the bottom. Can confirm this works on win10 64bit, using a generic cable. The frequency adjustment is normally done by help of a terminal program and a pocket calculator. The pps and serial io are presented on a sip4 and the rf output is on a separate 2 pin header. Fe5680a gps discipline module from geppetto electronics on. For the following, refer to schematic, which shows the components, circuitry and pinouts for the febo and febopll modules. Please make sure that this file resides in the same directory as the.
The first eight digits represent the division number from the calculation. Fe5650afe5680a controller programmable vk3um the icom ic 910h vhfuhf transceiver, because of its single master oscillator, lends itself exceedingly well to lock this radio to a rubidium standard and thus achieve precise frequency stability and frequency readout. Hacking a fe5680b rubidium reference clock hackaday. This is a phase comparison between an fe5680a rubidium oscillator and a cmac stp2390c at 10mhz.
A precise reference frequency not only for your ham radio station rev 0. I have received numerous emails about the fei 5650a option 58 oscillator. Demonstration of how to program a custom frequency into the fe5680a opt 58 rubidium frequency standard made by fei. To see this drift would require fft data records of about 74000 seconds and 20000 seconds respectively. Software specifically designed for controlling the frequency electronics, inc fe 5650a opt 58 or fe 5680a rubidium synthesizers.
I showed how to adjust them at the sf maker faire a couple of years ago, if you have another source such as a thunderbolt. The benefit of the fe5680a is its long term stability. Check boxes toggle features on or off, drop down menus list all selections and blank boxes for personalized entry add to the ease of setting up your radio exactly like you want it. It took a while, but i finally got around to building one of these, and i paired it with a cold 5680a. It uses easily written script files to run a frequency programmed sequence for exciter, beacon or sweep generator applications. Inside the 10 mhz rubidium frequency reference using the fe5680a. Sync 3 software updating addon for ford and lincoln vehicles. The fe 5680a is a reliable and versatile atomic standard which provides consistent, high quality performance. Module reprogramming will look at the current software levels within the module captured during. Fe5680a gps discipline module from geppetto electronics on tindie. Two program forms are included, one contains all the programming fields, and the other contains the partitionspecific fields. For access to sae j2534 information visit the service information website.
The fcode for 10 mhz is therefore 32f0ad9d00000000. Software calibrations for use by sae j2534 passthru tools are found under the reprogramming tab. This oscillator is a pull from a system that is no longer in use. A good document about the internals and programming a fe5680a by clint ka7oei another good source of information about programming a fe5680a by murray greenman zl1bpu a good faq about the internals and programming a fe5680a by john beale. Adms2600 programming software radio option setting screens common use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Software fec hardware fec tacx trainer software tacx cycling app tacx training app zwift kinomap intervals by kinomap skuga trainer road fulgaz the sufferfest cycleops virtual training bkool indoor ergvideo golden cheetah maximum trainer. If you want to change the frequency,i will give you the instructions and software on how to modify this item to 10 mhz output 1hz20mhz. First alert fa168c programming manual pdf download.
Of course, that means having to use a pdi programmer, which is marginally less convenient for me than spi programming. Although using above 15 mhz is not advised by some people. It has been configured to output 1hz as a short duty square wave for this nixie clock application. The item is a rubidium oscillator frequency standard from fei, model number fe 5680a.
C, a temperature range required for indoor rackmounted telecommunication hardware with limited air flow. For the fe5680a board, add a db9 female connector with pc board pins. Specifically, to bkool trainers manufactured after august 2014 pro or classic. View and download schlage fe595 programming manual online. One of these modules, called the fe board febo, plugs into the db9 connector on the fe5680a and provides a power connection, regulated power to the fe5960a, access to the rs232 pins and. Understanding the quartz crystal resonator hackaday. A side effect of this is that programming now no longer strictly requires the external oscillator be fed. Different options may be combined to form customized configuration based on output frequency, packaging and supply voltage requirements. If you have or want to play with an fe5680a rubidium frequency standard or an. Refer to table 1 for a summary of the fe5680a series by option. Module reprogramming will update the softwarecalibration of a module when directed by a fsa, tsb, ssm or workshop manual procedure. I was able to observe the controller go bonkers for a moment and. Under this tab choose module programming and initialization. It is used in excellent condition fe5680a rubidium frequency standard made by frequency electronics and its output frequency can be changed.
All the devices are marked fe 5680a, but its likely that there are several different versions. Many requests have been made from the community for us to develop a tuning option and calibration for these trucks, and so we have started development. The following describes the design, construction and operation of two modules designed to directly interface to the fe5680a rubidium reference sources. Refer to table 1 for a summary of the fe 5680a series by option. The fe 5680a rubidium frequency standard is widely available used on ebay, and is a reasonably inexpensive way to obtain a frequency standard with excellent stability. Ford module programming fmp purchase and installation guide section c1 page 1 of 8 subject. Rubidium frequency standard fe5680a series option summary. Aug 03, 20 a good document about the internals and programming a fe 5680a by clint ka7oei another good source of information about programming a fe 5680a by murray greenman zl1bpu a good faq about the internals and programming a fe 5680a by john beale. Connect the internal rs232connector of the ddsboard of the fe5680a with the rs232port of the pc. Youll need to talk to it over rs232 to set the frequency i guess you want 10 mhz or else youll need to buy one already set. Programming the fe 5680a opt 58 rubidium freq standard youtube. Fixing up the fei 5650a option 58 b package don latham. Module programming and reprogramming procedures ford.
When selecting the module programming menu figure 2 you will see 4 tabs. A free and simple pic development programmer software for. Pitch n time fe can now be completely controlled from your dream ii or xynergi control surface without having to touch your mouse or keyboard. With your registration account, you can use data, manuals and software downloads of our products we recommend our customers to register their information to panasonic automation controls web site in order for us to deliver alerting message in case we make corrections to documents they downloaded in the past. Inside the 10 mhz rubidium frequency reference using the fe 5680a. Jun 01, 2012 this is a phase comparison between an fe 5680a rubidium oscillator and a cmac stp2390c at 10mhz. Useful vk3um fe 5680a page notes, links, and control software. Software specifically designed for controlling the frequency electronics, inc fe5650a opt 58 or fe5680a rubidium synthesizers. The drift specification for the fe 5680a models is better than 0.
At the two frequencies of interest in my experiments, 6khz and 502khz, this corresponds to 0. Another difference is that the signal output marked as set to 10mhz is output via an sma connector as previously mentioned, rather than through the db9 connector as is. Sold as 1pps only, this affordable ebay find is a playground for reverseengineering, with a few useful laboratory applications. Programming the fe 5680a opt 58 rubidium freq standard. Adms8100 software and usb29b cable software program memories and other setting of the yaesu ft8100 radio. The fe 5680a and fe 5650a are rubidium oscillators that are widely available used on ebay. Up to 19 possible user codes can be stored in the lock at a if you forget the. This item has been replaced by the fe 5680a gps discipline module. The program takes decimal or hexadecimal commands, calculates the required. Fei 5650a option 58 rubidium oscillator leap second. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. A rubidium atomic oscillator serves as the timing reference.
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