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ASL SERIES MAINTENANCE - COURSE #0373

Applicable Testers

ASL1000, ASL3000MS, ASL3000RF

Course Description

This course introduces the student to the system operating environments and maintenance procedures for the full range of ASL1000 and ASL3000 test systems. The class is presented as a combination of lectures and lab exercises.

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

  • Understand safety and ESD procedures necessary to service the tester
  • Identify key system components, test fixtures, and Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
  • Run diagnostics and verify the performance of the tester
  • Use structured troubleshooting procedures to identify failing FRUs.
  • Remove failing FRUs and install replacements
  • Calibrate the tester and return it to service
  • Contact Credence for 2nd level support, parts ordering and failed FRU return

Prerequisites

  • 6 months maintenance experience servicing electronic test and measurement equipment.

Recommended

  • English - written and spoken

Related Classes

  • VisualATE Programming
  • ASL3000 MDI Digital Applications
  • ASL3000 AWG/AVD Mixed Signal Applications
  • ASL3000 RF and Baseband Applications

Course Outline

Day 1: Lecture

System Hardware

  • Safety and ESD Precautions
  • System Architecture
  • Test Head Overview

Software

  • Visual ATE
  • Orientation of Directories and Files
  • Introduction to Calibrations and Diagnostics

Day 2: System Maintenance Procedures

  • Removing and Inserting Instrument Cards
  • Maintenance Concepts
  • Troubleshooting Methods

Digital and Mixed Signal Instrumentation

  • Modular Digital Instrument (MDI)
  • Clock Board
  • AWG and AVD Mixed Signal Instruments

Day 3: RF and Baseband Subsystem

  • Subsystem Theory of Operation
  • Server Rack
  • RF Brick

Day 4: RF Conclusion

  • Using VNC to Communicate with the MVNA
  • Module Replacement
  • Calibration