METTLER TOLEDO

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Address Sonnenbergstrasse 74, 8603 Schwerzenbach, Switzerland
Phone +41 44 806 77 11
Hotline msganachem@mt.com

Service Manual

METTLER TOLEDO Thermal Values

Melting Point Systems MP50 / MP70 / MP90
Dropping Point Systems DP70 / DP90

© Mettler-Toledo AG 2009 - 2012 ME-51710703 C, Printed in Switzerland Date of issue: December 2012

Current status of service manual

see section 11
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 − Cautionary notes / Warnings

1 General −
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Introduction
Ecology
Organization of this service manual

− Installation requirements

2 Installation
IQ / OQ
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Unpacking
Installation
IQ / OQ

− Instrument types
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3 Spare Parts Generations

− Spare parts
Service Tools −
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Hardware service tools
Software service tools

− Instrument / System layout

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4 Theory of Block diagram

− Interfaces
Operation − Software and Firmware (versions and features)
− Technical data

− General Information

5 Error Messages
Trouble Shooting
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Error messages
Explanation of the test software
Check lists
Trouble shooting lists

− Routine maintenance

6 Maintenance −
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Corrective maintenance
Final check
Limits of error (OQ)

Replacement − Instructions
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7
Removing the housing
and − Disassembly / assembly
− Replacement of parts
Repair − Upgrades

Adjustment − Configuration

8 and
Calibration
− Adjustments
− Calibrations

Options
9 and
Accessories
− Options
− Accessories

− Fuses
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10
Circuit diagrams
Drawings − PCB layouts
− Interconnections and connector layout
− Test points

− Service manual updates

11 Service
Information
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Instrument Express Service Info (ESI)
Options Express Service Info (ESI)
Software Express Service Info (ESI)

− Instrument

12 Operating
Instructions
− Options
− Accessories
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CONTENTS PAGE

1 General ................................................................................................................ 1-3

1.1 Cautionary notes ................................................................................................ 1-3
1.1.1 General safety ...................................................................................................... 1-3
1.1.2 Instrument safety .................................................................................................. 1-4
1.1.3 Electrical power safety .......................................................................................... 1-4
1.1.4 Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) safety.................................................................................. 1-5
1.1.5 Compressed gases safety .................................................................................... 1-6
1.2 Ecology................................................................................................................ 1-8
1.2.1 Current waste management ................................................................................. 1-8
1.2.2 Principle of preventive action ................................................................................ 1-9
1.3 Organization of this service manual ............................................................... 1-11

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1 General
1.1 Cautionary notes
1.1.1 General safety
• Read the safety notes in the operating instructions
• It is assumed that you are familiar with the contents of the operating instructions
and service manual of this product. These instructions provide information on the
function and operation of the instrument
• Only service engineers who have completed a training course specific to the prod-
uct may perform service work. Service documentation will be distributed only to
trained service engineers.
• The service engineer must be familiar with the "safety directives for outsiders" of
the end user company.
• In service work, the temperature of the furnace must always be below 60 °C and
above 0 °C for low temperature options
• Never touch hot or cold parts with fingers. Depending on the instrument type there
are temperatures between -196 °C and 400 °C present!
• Use only original packaging for transportation

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1.1.2 Instrument safety

• Never plug in or unplug connectors and assemblies on the boards when the instrument is
switched on.
• Only the parts or assemblies listed as spare parts in the spare parts list should be re-
placed
• Be careful when moving or changing the position of the instrument.
• Handle glass parts with care!
• Protect the system from toxic and aggressive material.

1.1.3 Electrical power safety

• When the instrument is switched on, hazardous voltages are present.
• Before opening the instrument disconnect the power cord.
• Inspect area for electrical hazards.
• Do not overload circuits.
• Keep electrical equipment away from water and dampness.
• Always check electrical cords for signs of wear and tear damage.
• Be sure to lock out / tag out switches when working on equipment.
• In case of an electrical fire, shut off the power and use a fire extinguisher to put out the
fire. Never use water to put out an electrical fire; water used on an electrical fire can result
in a fatal shock.

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1.1.4 Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) safety

Liquid nitrogen characteristics
• Liquid nitrogen (LN2) has a boiling point of -196 °C!
• 1l liquid nitrogen produces 691l nitrogen gas (at 15 °C)!
• The extremely low temperature of the liquid can cause severe frostbites - like damage to
the skin either by contact with the fluid, surfaces cooled by the fluid or evolving gases. The
hazard level is comparable to that of handling boiling water.
• The low temperature of the vapor can cause damage to softer tissues e.g. eyes and lungs
but may not affect the skin during short exposure.
• Skin can freeze and adhere to liquid nitrogen cooled surfaces causing tearing on removal.
• Soft materials e.g. rubber and plastics become brittle when cooled by liquid nitrogen and
may shatter unexpectedly.

Liquid nitrogen handling

• When handling liquid nitrogen, it is essential to wear gloves and protective goggles!
• When working in closed rooms with liquid nitrogen, ensure good ventilation (danger of suf-
focation).
• Do not close liquid nitrogen containers hermetically without over pressure protection.
• Check over pressure valves for proper working.
• Use only original burst disks (correct pressure size).
• Always release the pressure first, before you open a pressurized LN2 container!
• Read the warnings and the operating instructions in the operating manuals of the corre-
sponding instruments.

Personal protective equipment

The following equipment should be worn when handling or dispensing liquid nitrogen:
• Face shield or safety glasses.
• Dry insulated gloves when handling equipment that has been in contact with the liquid. NB
there is a dispute over the advisability of wearing gloves while handling liquid nitrogen be-
cause there is a possibility that gloves could fill with liquid and therefore prolong hand con-
tact which would make burns more severe. If gloves are worn they should be loose fitting
and easily removable.
• Lab coat or overalls are advisable to minimize skin contact and also trousers over
shoe / boot tops to prevent shoes filling with liquid nitrogen in the event of a spillage.
• Liquid nitrogen should always be used in a well-ventilated area. This is especially true
when filling a warm container or transfer tube or inserting a warm object, as large volumes
of nitrogen gas is evolved.

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1.1.5 Compressed gases safety

Gas types
Compressed gases present a unique hazard. Depending on the particular gas, there is a
potential for simultaneous exposure to both mechanical and chemical hazards.
Gases may be:
• Flammable or combustible
• Explosive
• Corrosive
• Poisonous
• Inert
• or a combination of hazards

Identification
The contents of any compressed gas cylinder must be clearly identified. Such identification
should be stenciled or stamped on the cylinder or a label.
No compressed gas cylinder should be accepted for use that does not legibly identify its
contents by name. If the labeling on a cylinder becomes unclear or an attached tag is un-
readable, the cylinder should be marked "contents unknown" and returned directly to the
manufacturer.
Never rely on the color of the cylinder for identification. Color coding is not reliable be-
cause cylinder colors may vary with the supplier. Additionally, labels on caps have little value
because caps are interchangeable.

Handling & use

Please make sure, that all the following rules are handled correctly by the customer and all
service engineers.
• Cylinders must be attached to a bench top, individually to the wall,
placed in a holding cage, or have a non-tip base attached. Chains or
sturdy straps may be used to secure them.
• If a leaking cylinder is discovered, move it to a safe place (if it is safe to
do so) and inform the responsible persons.
• Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to repair a
cylinder or valve!!
• Regulators are gas specific and not necessarily interchangeable! Always make sure
that the regulator and valve fittings are compatible.
• Obtain a copy of the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) of the gases being used. Read
the MSDS thoroughly and become familiar with the gas properties and hazards prior to
use.

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• Follow all federal, state and local regulations concerning the storage of compressed gas
cylinders. Store gas cylinders in a ventilated and well lit area away from combustible mate-
rials. Separate gases by type and store in assigned locations that can be readily identified.
Store cylinders containing flammable gases separately from oxygen cylinders and other
oxidants by a fire-resistant barrier (with a fire-resistance rating of at least 30 minutes) or
position them at least 6 meters apart from each other. Store poison, cryogenic and inert
gases separately. If a cylinder's content is not clearly identified by the proper cylinder
markings label, DO NOT accept it for use.
• Storage areas should be located away from sources of excess heat, open flame or igni-
tion, and not located in closed or sub-surface areas. The area should be dry, cool and well
ventilated. Outdoor storage should be above grade, dry and protected from the extremes
of weather. While in storage, cylinder valve protection caps MUST be firmly in place.
• Arrange the cylinder storage area so that old stock is used first. Empty cylinders should be
stored separately and identified with clear markings. Return empty cylinders promptly.
Some pressure should be left in a depleted cylinder to prevent air suck-back that would al-
low moisture and contaminants to enter the cylinder.
• Do not apply any heating device that will heat any part of a cylinder above 52 °C (125 °F).
Overheating can cause the cylinder to rupture. Neither steel nor aluminum cylinder tem-
peratures should be permitted to exceed 52 °C (125 °F).
• Safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes should be worn at all times when handling cylin-
ders. Always move cylinders by hand trucks or carts that are designed for this purpose.
During transportation, keep both hands on the cylinder cart and secure cylinders properly
to prevent them from falling, dropping or striking each other. Never use a cylinder cart
without a chain or transport a gas cylinder without its valve protection cap firmly in place.
• To begin service from a cylinder, first secure the cylinder and then remove the valve pro-
tection cap. Inspect the cylinder valve for damaged threads, dirt, oil or grease. Remove
any dust or dirt with a clean cloth. If oil or grease is present on the valve of a cylinder
which contains oxygen or another oxidant, do NOT attempt to use it. Such combustible
substances in contact with an oxidant are explosive. Always disconnect equipment from
the cylinder when not in use and return the cylinder valve protection cap to the cylinder.
• Be sure all fittings and connection threads meet properly - never force. Dedicate your reg-
ulator to a single valve connection even if it is designed for different gases. NEVER mix up
threads or use adapters between non-matching equipment and cylinders. Use washers
only if indicated. Never use grease on pipe threads, turn the threads the wrong way, or
use Teflon® tape on the valve threads to prevent leaking.
• When a cylinder is in use, it must be secured with some form of fastener. Floor or wall
brackets are ideal for stationary use. Portable bench brackets are recommended for when
a cylinder must be moved around. Smaller stands are functioning well for small bottle use.

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1.2 Ecology
METTLER TOLEDO cares about ecology

1.2.1 Current waste management

defective
parts

Reutilization Reprocessing Treatment

Pretreatment (dismantle, sort, shred, separate)

Repairable parts Recyclable parts Combustible parts Toxic parts

1 2 3 4

Recovery
Hazard substance
Repair of reusable Incineration
management
materials

Further use Reuse Heat recovery Disposal

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1.2.2 Principle of preventive action

• We try to avoid unnecessary waste.
• We aim to use energy economically and conserve energy resources.
• We deploy advanced ecological technologies.
• We respect environmental regulation to dispose of unavoidable waste.

We add to our instruments a symbol label for

marking of electrical and electronic equipment.
This symbol label should remind you that such
an instrument must be separated from normal
waste.

The components of the instrument that can be recycled constitute more than 80% of
its total weight.

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The spare part list includes a column containing „ “ signs.

Item Description Part no. A/B

1 Hou...... ME – XX XXX XXX A X)

The „ ...“ sign denotes that:

X) The defective spare part should be treated according to the following guideline:

1) Repair Repair the spare part or component.

2) Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for
further separation and recycling. The remainder of the compo-
nents that cannot be recycled can possibly be disposed of as
normal waste and thereby can be heat recovered.
3) Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for
incineration and heat recovery.
4) Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for
treatment as toxic waste. These components can be incinerat-
ed, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.
If you find no possibilities for disposal in your own country, we recommend you to return
printed circuit boards, precious metals or toxic waste to METTLER TOLEDO. Please contact
msganachem@mt.com for this matter. METTLER TOLEDO has good connections with au-
thorized disposal and recycling facilities.

Example: Disposing of a spare part

Item Description Part no. A/B
67 Heating unit with socket SF1100 ME – 51 142 124 A 1) 2)4)

This spare part consists of metal, ceramics and rubber (O-rings).

1) This unit is repairable. Parts of the heating unit can be replaced.  Further reuse is
possible.
2) This unit is not repairable any more  deliver the complete spare part to an authorized
facility for reprocessing. If an authorized recycling facility is not available  deliver the
complete spare part to an authorized facility for toxic waste treatment. A procedure is
possible but not recommended, because a full recycling of the components is not
guaranteed.
4) This unit contains toxic components  deliver the complete spare part to an authorized
facility for toxic waste.

We thank you for considering these environmental issues.

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1.3 Organization of this service manual

The header of each page in this manual contains both the instrument type and the name of
the section. The footer contains the section and page number, the month and year of the
issue and the order number of this manual.

Instrument types covered by this service manual

This manual covers the instruments, which are listed at the beginning of section 3 (Instru-
ment types and instrument generations).

Service Manual updates

Every update will be announced by e-mail. Please download a copy from the extranet
www.mtanainfo.com and print it out to keep your service manual up to date or store it into
your Laptop. See also section 11 for previous updates.

Express Service Information (ESI)

As the name suggests, an ESI is a fast way of providing important information about chang-
es made to hardware and software. The information can also relate to operation and han-
dling problems. The ESI is forwarded by e-mail to the owner of a service manual. Please
make your own hard copy and file it into Section 11 of your service manual.

Further help
If this manual does not contain the information necessary to solve a problem, service engi-
neers can contact the METTLER TOLEDO help line for support:
Service Contact addresses:
• msganachem@mt.com Service hotline
Application Contact addresses:
• msganachem@mt.com Application hotline
Other Information:
• http://www.mtanainfo.com Analytical support information
• http://www.mt.com METTLER TOLEDO homepage

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2 Installation ― IQ/OQ ......................................................................................... 2-3

2.1 Notes on Installations ........................................................................................ 2-3
2.2 Installation requirements ................................................................................... 2-4
2.2.1 Working area ........................................................................................................ 2-4
2.2.2 Mains connections ................................................................................................ 2-4
2.3 IQ / OQ ................................................................................................................. 2-5
2.3.1 Installation Qualification, IQ .................................................................................. 2-5
2.3.2 Operation Qualification, OQ ................................................................................. 2-5
2.3.3 Terminology used ................................................................................................. 2-5

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2.1 Notes on Installations
Environment:
A well-chosen location for the MP / DP System is essential for reliable and precise meas-
urement results.

The MP / DP System is designed to operate trouble-free at temperatures between +10 °C

and +35 °C and relative humidity of 80%.
Direct exposure of the instrument to sunlight and strong air currents (which can occur near
air conditioners, electric fans, open doors and open windows) should be avoided.
Also avoid any kind of vibrations that can be caused for example by elevators or the
movement of heavy equipment in the same room or on the same table.

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Electromagnetic fields are present everywhere in our environment. They can cause interfer-
ence and affect the performance of the MP / DP System.

When choosing the installation location for the MP / DP System, please avoid the following
electromagnetic disturbances:

• There should be no power lines, motors or similar devices near the instrument. Check the
neighboring rooms as well.
• Make sure that the following minimum distances are kept between the MP / DP System
and the following devices:
- 0.5 m to a PC
- 1.0 m to a printer or a plotter with a power supply transformer
- 1.2 m to a cryostat
- 1.0 m to any lamp with a fluorescent tube
- 5.0 m to a refrigerator or a deep freezer
- All other types of electrical equipment are possible sources of interference and should
be therefore kept away from MP / DP System.
• Do not use mobile phones, radio transmission equipment or similar devices during meas-
urements.

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2.2 Installation requirements

2.2.1 Working area
No special requirement as long as the electromagnetic compatibility points described on the
previous page have been observed.

2.2.2 Mains connections

Voltage The external power supply of the MP / DP System is suitable

for all voltages between 100 V to 240 V.
Frequency 50 or 60 Hz
Voltage tolerance ±10%
Current supply 100-240 V, 2 A,50-60 Hz
Maximum load 120 VA

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2.3 IQ / OQ
In contrast to the TA-systems, the logbook is not a standard at installation, and represents
an additional customer benefit. The logbook can be purchased. Please refer to section 12
for an order number.
Please refer to the Melting Point System Logbook. The logbook should be used for docu-
menting the results of the installation, the initial and subsequent calibrations and certifica-
tion, the system suitability tests and possible method validation. It contains the entire docu-
mentation for the period of validation as well as every change of hardware and software.
The logbook should be kept near the instrument at all times. It should be moved with the
instrument when it is relocated.

The laboratory manager is responsible for maintaining the logbook. It is his responsible to
keep it up to date.

2.3.1 Installation Qualification, IQ

Describes the installation and initial operation of the system as well as its current configura-
tion (module type, software version, option etc.) If necessary, any peripheral devices (e.g.
printer, balance, computer, etc.) that are permanently assigned to this MP / DP System can
be documented on supplementary sheets.

2.3.2 Operation Qualification, OQ

This includes the check of the guaranteed performance data of the MP / DP System (de-
pending on the module temperature, heat flow, weight or length) by an authorized
METTLER TOLEDO service engineer according to METTLER TOLEDO test procedures.
This check is performed after the installation and before the first use of the MP / DP System.
The results of this check are entered in the calibration certificate and are filled in the appro-
priate section of the logbook.
The OQ includes a short operation test (general system suitability test, general SST) whose
results are entered into the logbook.

2.3.3 Terminology used

Calibration:
The determination of the relationship between the indicated value and the true value of the
measured quantity (quantities) using certified and traceable reference test material(s).

Adjustment:
The operation of optimizing the performance of an instrument so that the indicated value lies
within the specified limits of error.

Error limits:
The specified extreme values for permitted deviations from a measurement value for an in-
strument. The specified error limits apply in both the positive and negative direction ±. If the-
se values are exceeded, then the deviations are errors (old terms: accuracy, tolerance).

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3 Spare Parts ― Service Tools ........................................................................... 3-3

3.1 MP / DP Systems Service tools ......................................................................... 3-3
3.1.1 Software service tools .......................................................................................... 3-3
3.1.2 Hardware service tools ......................................................................................... 3-3
3.1.3 Adhesives ............................................................................................................. 3-3
3.1.4 Lubrications .......................................................................................................... 3-3
3.2 Exploded view diagrams with part lists ........................................................... 3-4
3.2.1 Housing and outside spare parts for MP System and DP70 ................................ 3-4
3.2.2 Housing and outside spare parts for DP90 ........................................................... 3-6
3.2.3 Terminal for MP and DP System .......................................................................... 3-7
3.2.4 Electronic components of the basement for MP and DP System ......................... 3-8
3.2.5 MP Furnace assembly ........................................................................................ 3-10
3.2.6 Furnace assembly DP70/90 ............................................................................... 3-12
3.2.7 Communication boards DP90 Controller/External Cell ....................................... 3-14

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Please note that all spare parts which are labeled as a B part can only be ordered
through the Service hotline msganachem@mt.com

3.1 MP / DP Systems Service tools

3.1.1 Software service tools
The service software is available on the extranet (WWW.mtanainfo.com).

3.1.2 Hardware service tools

You need the following tools for servicing the MP / DP System

• ME – 51 142 599 MP System Accessory box complete

• ME – 51 143 740 DP System Accessory box complete

• Screwdriver Torx T20

• Screwdriver Torx T10
• Screwdriver size 0
• Flat wrench size 8 mm
• Flat wrench size 5 mm
• 5.5 mm nut socket screw driver
• Cutter knife

3.1.3 Adhesives

Part description Usage Part No.

Ceramabond (ceramic glue) for all instruments ME – 00 071 302

3.1.4 Lubrications
For the MP/DP systems no lubrication is used.

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3.2 Exploded view diagrams with part lists

3.2.1 Housing and outside spare parts for MP System and DP70

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Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

1 Ventilation Ring (ME – 51 142 522) B 3)
2 Top cover (ME – 51 142 529) B 3)
3 Terminal (complete as an unit) ME – 51 150 052 A 2)
4 Cover clip (ME – 51 142 571) B 2)
5 Housing MP and DP70 System (ME – 51 142 520) B 3)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possibly be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.2 Housing and outside spare parts for DP90

Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

6 Lid and locking device complete ME – 51 143 537 B 2)
7 Position and protection ring rubber 1 pc. ME – 51 143 268 B 2)
8 Furnace bearer plate DP90 ME – 51 143 264 B 2)
9 Housing DP90 ME – 51 143 263 B 2)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possible be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.3 Terminal for MP and DP System

The terminal is only available as a complete unit, screen electronics and the housing. It is
the same for the MP and the DP system.

Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

3 Terminal (complete as an unit) ME – 51 150 052 A 2)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possible be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.4 Electronic components of the basement for MP and DP System

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Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

11a Main board MP50 including colibri board ME – 51 150 058 A 2)
11b Main board MP70 including colibri board ME – 51 150 059 A 2)
11c Main board MP90 including colibri board ME – 51 150 060 A 2)
11d Main board DP70/90 including colibri board ME – 51 150 076 A 2)
12 Colibri board (not available as a spare ) Included in pos. 11 --- 2)
13a Rear panel MP System (ME – 51 142 561) B 2)
13b Rear panel DP70 on request B 2)
13c Rear panel DP90 on request B 2)
14 Loudspeaker (ME – 51 191 932) B 2)
15 Bottom plate (ME – 51 142 563) B 2)
-- Power supply (external not shown on drawing) ME – 51 192 015 A 2)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possibly be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.5 MP Furnace assembly

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Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

31 Furnace assembly complete MP ME – 51 150 053 A 2)
32 Insulation left MP ME – 51 142 537 A 3)
33 Insulation right MP ME – 51 142 538 A 3)
34 Ribbon cable on request B 2)
35 Ventilator with connector MP ME – 51 150 054 A 2)
36 Reflected light board MP ME – 51 150 055 A 2)
37 Transmitted light board MP ME – 51 150 056 A 2)
38 Camera system MP ME – 30 027 455 A 2)
40 Furnace bearer plate (ME – 51 142 560) B 2)
41 Upper mounting plate (ME – 51 142 569) B 2)
41b Reflecting glass disk mounted on item 41 (ME – 51 142 514) B 2)
42 Front panel (ME – 51 142 535) A 2)
43 Clamping shield (ME – 51 142 566) B 2)
44 Shielding plate with glass (ME – 51 142 518) B 2)
45 Scattering disk frame (ME – 51 142 574) B 2)
46 Scattering disk (ME – 51 142 516) A 2)
47 Insulation part transmitting light (ME – 51 142 539) A 3)
48 Ventilator mounting cover (ME – 51 191 980) B 3)
49 Capillary guide, 4 holes ME – 51 142 559 A 2)
50 Capillary guide, 6 holes ME – 51 142 536 A 2)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possible be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.6 Furnace assembly DP70/90

64 65

63
62
66
61

60

69
70

68 67

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Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

60 Furnace bearer plate DP ME – 51 143 013 A 2)
61 Furnace assembly complete DP ME – 51 143 020 A 3)
62 Glass furnace with frame ME – 300 27 450 A 3)
63 Reflecting light board with lens ME – 51 150 055 A 2)
64 Camera system DP ME – 51 143 050 A 2)
65 Camera glass DP ME – 51 143 530 A 2)
66 Ribbon cable on request A 2)
67 Insulation right DP ME – 51 143 029 A 2)
68 Insulation left DP ME – 51 143 028 A 2)
69 Ventilator mounting cover See pos. 48 B 2)
70 Ventilator with connector DP ME – 51 143 048 B 2)
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possible be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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3.2.7 Communication boards DP90 Controller/External Cell

83

84

82

81

Item Part description 1234 Part number A/B*

81 Adapter board DP90 ME – 51 150 079 A 2)
82 External interface DP90 ME – 51 150 078 A 3)
83 Camera cable DP90 ME – 51 143 273 B
84 Furnace cable DP90 ME – 51 143 272 B
*A = Standard spare part *B = This part must be ordered via the Help line

1)
Repair Repair the spare part or component
2)
Recovery Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for further separation and recycling. The remain-
der of the components that can not be recycled can possible be disposed as normal waste and thereby can be
heat recovered.
3)
Incineration Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for incineration and heat recovery.
4)
Hazard substance mgt. Deliver the spare part or component to an authorized facility for treatment as toxic waste. These components
can be incinerated, chemically processed or disposed as toxic waste.

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CONTENTS PAGE

4 Theory of operation ............................................................................................ 4-3

4.1 Mechanical layout of the MP / DP System ........................................................ 4-3
4.1.1 Mechanical layout of the DP90 System ................................................................ 4-4
4.2 Interfaces of the MP and DP70 System ............................................................ 4-5
4.2.1 Interfaces of the DP90 control unit ....................................................................... 4-6
4.3 Optical layout of the MP System ....................................................................... 4-7
4.4 Optical layout of the DP System........................................................................ 4-8
4.5 Electrical layout of the MP / DP System ........................................................... 4-9
4.6 Block diagram MP / DP System ....................................................................... 4-10

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4 Theory of operation
For the measuring principle basics, consult the Operation instruction of the relevant Instru-
ment

4.1 Mechanical layout of the MP / DP System

The following drawing gives you an overview of the basic features of the MP / DP System.

Overview of MP instrument

1 Control panel 7 Power indicator light

2 Touch screen 8 Measuring cell

3 SD card socket 9 Capillary insert MP / Protective lid DP

4 USB socket 10 Furnace lid

5 Info key 11 Reset key

6 Power switch 12 Home keys

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4.1.1 Mechanical layout of the DP90 System

The DP90 consists of 2 units: one is the control unit and the other unit contains the measur-
ing cell and furnace. The following drawings give you an overview of the basic features of
the instrument.

Control unit Measuring cell

1 Control panel 10 Lid

2 Touch screen 11 Protective lid

3 SD card socket 12 Furnace signal cable

4 USB socket 13 Camera signal cable

5 Info key

6 Power switch

7 Power indicator light

8 Reset key

9 Home keys

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4.2 Interfaces of the MP and DP70 System

The following picture shows the connections at the rear side of the MP / DP System

Connection at the back of your MP/ DP instrument

1 USB ports

2 Ethernet connection

3 Line printer connection

4 Power supply connection

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4.2.1 Interfaces of the DP90 control unit

Connection at the back of your DP90 control unit

1 USB ports

2 Ethernet connection

3 Line printer connection

4 Power supply connection

5 Female connector for furnace cable

6 Male connector for camera cable

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4.3 Optical layout of the MP System

1 Furnace 5 Capillary with sample

2 Furnace heating 6 Optical plate

3 Transmitted light source 7 Impinging light source

4 Diffusion plate 8 Camera system

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4.4 Optical layout of the DP System

1 Sample carrier 7 Insulation

2 Insulation glass 8 Light source (Reflecting light)

3 Furnace 9 Glass plate

4 Furnace heating 10 Camera System

5 Fan 11 Sample carrier guide

6 Cooling duct

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4.5 Electrical layout of the MP / DP System

Power supply
The MP system comes with an external power supply

AC Input DC Output
100 - 240 V 50 / 60 Hz 24 V 5A

The following electronic power supplies are generated inside the instrument:

5V Digital electronics
3.3 V High precision voltage for the LED’s

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4.6 Block diagram MP / DP System

MP / DP System ON/OFF
TFT, BL
Touchpanel

Display-Adapter

I2C

5VD

On / Off

Display
enable

Picture

Touch
Analog
ON

STDBY 5VD
5VD OFF
CMOS Data
Quick Capture
Camera I2C
WD I2C
I2C
RTC MUX
WD Audio Sound
I2C
Furnace EEPROM
driver PWM Shutdown

Furnace assembly
WD
Temp.
Meas. SPI
Back USB type B
analog
frontend Side USB type A
USB
Barcode reader
White LED PWM USB
Reflecting light LED WD HUB Back USB 2* type A
Printer / USB stick
ON / OFF PXA320 Colibri @ 806MHz
Red LED’s drivers WD
Transmitted light
BOARD OneWire Ethernet Back Ethernet 100
(MP System only)
WD ID
Line input Fan I2C
M Furnace fan
driver
Supply checks
ADC PS
SD Slot
Side
&
ON / OFF 1 GB SD Card
SD Card
CF interface
Power Supply 5VD 3.3V
90...240VAC
3.3V
50/60Hz Subsupplies
UART RS232 not used
to 3.3V STDBY
24VDC/120VA

Options

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5 Error Messages ― Trouble Shooting ............................................................. 5-3

5.1 MP System warnings and errors ....................................................................... 5-3
5.1.1 Warnings .............................................................................................................. 5-3
5.1.2 Errors .................................................................................................................... 5-4
5.1.3 Hardware errors .................................................................................................... 5-6
5.2 Service software ................................................................................................. 5-7
5.2.1 Camera screen of the MP System ........................................................................ 5-8
5.2.2 Camera screen of the DP System ........................................................................ 5-9
5.2.3 Furnace .............................................................................................................. 5-10
5.2.4 Miscellaneous ..................................................................................................... 5-11
5.2.5 Terminal ............................................................................................................. 5-12
5.2.6 Typification ......................................................................................................... 5-14
5.2.7 Storage ............................................................................................................... 5-15
5.3 Loading the firmware ....................................................................................... 5-17
5.3.1 Download the required firmware ......................................................................... 5-17
5.3.2 Installation (uploading) of the firmware onto the MP / DP system ...................... 5-17

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5 Error Messages ― Trouble Shooting

5.1 MP System warnings and errors
5.1.1 Warnings

Warning Cause Suggested measures

The start temperature is higher than the end temperature. Key in a reasonable start temperature.
Please enter a value lower than that of the end tempera-
ture.
The period until a new adjustment is due has expired. Please adjust the instrument.
Please adjust the instrument.
The calculation cannot be carried out because of identical Cannot be calculated because two
values. values are identical.
The next adjustment is due in xx days. Adjustment is due soon.
Invalid Method Syntax starting with position n. Only numeric entries and letters are
allowed.
User Methods are not allowed to start with M and a numer- Do not start a method with M and a
ic value. numeric entry.
Invalid syntax on position X. Special character not allowed
e.g. IP address or calibration sub-
stances.
The method X is currently used and cannot be overwritten. During the measurement the method
cannot be edited

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5.1.2 Errors

Error Cause Suggested measures

14 The temperature inside the instrument is critically high. Let the Wait until the instrument has cooled
instrument cool down before conducting further analyses. down.
 Measure Pt100.
 Change furnace (includes Pt100).
 Change main board.
15 The temperature inside the instrument is too high. No analyses Wait until the instrument is cooled down.
can be conducted until the instrument has cooled down. New start of the instrument is required.
16 There is too little transmitted light. Stored values were used to Make sure no capillaries are inserted.
only MP adjust the optics. The optics of the system are not adjusted opti- Furnace and capillary holes must be
mally. Make sure that no capillaries are inserted and that all 6 clean.
holes are clean. Please then restart the instrument. Optical system is not properly adjusted.
LED is dirty or defective.
Transmitted light board needs to be ex-
changed.
17 There is too little reflected light. The image of the furnace may Insert scattering disk properly.
appear too dark. Make sure that the optical plate is inserted Axis of the camera is not centered any-
properly and restart the instrument. more.
LED is dirty or defective.
Reflected light board needs to be ex-
changed.
27 Database write/read error If error persists software must be re-
installed.
The main board complete needs to be
exchanged.
29 Database is corrupt. Please reinitialize it. If possible, perform a factory reset.
If error persists software must be re-
installed.
The main board complete needs to be
exchanged.
31 The furnace temperature is too high. No analyses can be con- Wait until the instrument has cooled
ducted until the instrument has cooled down. down.
42 Software watchdog: Please restart the instrument! Please restart the instrument.
45 Caution: The EEPROM cannot be read. Please restart the instrument.
Exchange the main board complete if
error persists.
52 Server %1 could not be found. The selected server is not available:
 Check server name
 Network share: Do not use an
IP-address
 Network share:
Check also username / password

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Error Cause Suggested measures

53 User %1 could not be logged in to server %2. Check user name No login to the server possible because of
and password. wrong username / password
 Check username / password
54 Connection test failed. Check if user %1 has write access to the The connection test failed:
server.  Check writing permit of the user
 Check available memory space on
the server
56 An error occurred while writing to the network storage. Check the The network storage is wrong configured:
network storage settings.  Check configuration
 Perform a connection test

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5.1.3 Hardware errors

Error Cause Suggested measures

13 The instrument's heating element is defective. Disconnect the Replace the furnace assembly complete.
instrument from the power supply immediately and call a service
technician.
18 A problem with the power supply has occurred. Disconnect the Exchange the power supply.
instrument from the power supply and connect it again. If the Exchange the main board.
problem reoccurs, call a service technician.
25 Device (e.g. CAM / GIO / I2C PWM ADC) not found. Please restart the instrument.
Exchange the main board if error persists.
Exchange camera system.
30 The temperature sensor is defective. No analyses can be con- Replace the furnace assembly complete.
ducted. Call a service technician.
32 A/D Converter Error Exchange the main board.
46 Board cannot read chip ID. Please restart the instrument.
Exchange the main board if error persists.

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5.2 Service software

The service software is downloadable from our extranet www.mtanainfo.com.
Create a folder on a USB stick called ServiceSW and extract the zip file into this folder.
Some functions are easier to execute if you connect a keyboard and a mouse to the MP
System, however, all functions are also accessible without a keyboard or mouse by using
the touch screen.

The same service software works for MP and for DP systems.

To start the service software proceed as follows:

• Switch the MP / DP System off

• Insert the USB stick
• Switch the MP / DP System on / the MP / DP System recognizes the USB stick automati-
cally and start in the service software mode

The MP / DP System software consists of 6 service screens:

The difference between the screens of MP and DP systems are minor.

• Camera
• Furnace
• Miscellaneous
• Terminal
• Typification
• Storage

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5.2.1 Camera screen of the MP System

The camera screen of the MP System enables you to look directly into the furnace and
enables you to check the following:

• Quality of the camera picture

• Correct position of the furnace
• Cleanliness of the furnace and the capillaries
• Backlight (Transmitted light)
• Frontlight (Reflected light)
• Crash Watchdog and restart Watchdog. This function enables you to test the safety con-
trol function of the hardware e.g if the CPU board or main board crashes during a heating
circuit the system should execute a safety shutdown. After 2 seconds the white LED dis-
appears, the ventilator starts blowing with 100% and the furnace switches the heating off.
• LED mode checks functioning of the LED

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5.2.2 Camera screen of the DP System

The camera screen of the DP System enables you to look directly into the furnace and
enables you to check the following:

• Quality of the camera picture

• Correct position of the furnace
• Cleanliness of the furnace and the capillaries
• Backlight (Reflected light)
• Crash Watchdog and restart Watchdog.This function enables you to test the safety control
function of the hardware e.g if the CPU board or main board crashes during a heating
circuit the system should execute a safety shutdown. After 2 seconds the white LED dis-
appears, the ventilator starts blowing with 100% and the furnace switches the heating off.
• LED mode checks functioning of the LED

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5.2.3 Furnace

The furnace service screen enables you to test the following:

• Burn in the furnace and controls if it heats correctly
• Furnace temperature
• Frontlight temperature
• Backlight (Transmitted light) temperature (MP Systems only)

The furnace service screen ADC test enables you to test the following voltages:
• Checking the ADC voltage 3.07 V – 3.51 V
• Checking the Furnace voltage 0.00 V – 0.30 V
• Checking the digital voltage 4.79 V – 5.41 V
• Checking the main voltage 21.50 V – 25.60 V
Furthermore, the furnace service screen enables you to test the fan

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5.2.4 Miscellaneous

The miscellaneous service screen enables you to test the following:

• SD Card test (all systems but MP50)

• Ethernet test:
Enables you to ping an IP address

• Audio test:
Enables you to test the loudspeaker.

• EEPROM baseboard test:

Tests the EEPROM by fully writing and reading it.
Warning: Do not abort this test or switch the MP / DP System off; prematurely stopping
this test could lead to data loss.

• Real-time clock:
This enables you to change the time.

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5.2.5 Terminal

The terminal service screen enables you to test the following:

• Terminal Unit:
Enables you to switch the screen off for 4 seconds

• Dimmer:
By pressing start breathing you can check the brightness of the screen.
Press stop breathing to stop this test.

• Display test:
With help of this function you can check the colors of the MP system and how good the
touch screen is adjusted.
The display test shows you three cross lines which you have to click away by using e.g. a
pencil. It shows you a red, a green and a blue screen where you can optically (by eye)
check the colors.
After the test, the X and Y numbers tell you how exactly your touch screen is calibrated.

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• Extra keys:
With help of this function you can check if the keys RESET, HOME and INFO are working.

• Brightness:
With help of this function you can adjust the brightness of the touch screen.

• EEPROM Terminal:
Tests the EEPROM of the Display where the display calibration is saved.

Warning: Do not abort this test or switching the MP / DP System off, prematurely stopping
this test could lead to data loss.

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5.2.6 Typification

The typification service screen shows you the following:

Family and type of the system and the chip identification.

Please note that older MP systems can show “typification not supported” as chip identifica-
tion. This is normal and does not represent a malfunction.

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5.2.7 Storage

The storage service screen enables you to test the following:

• Delete application:
Warning: Please only use this application if really necessary.
This function deletes all measurements, Users and Methods, the firmware must be in-
stalled again afterwards. This function can be useful in case of a corrupt database.

• Export log files:

With this function you can export all log files to a USB stick. To use this function you must
key in a name under Serial e.g. the ID number of the MP / DP system.

• Export adjustment bmp:

With this function you can export the picture of the camera to a USB stick. To use this
function you must key in a name under Serial e.g. the ID number of the MP / DP system.

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5.3 Loading the firmware

5.3.1 Download the required firmware
• Download the latest firmware MP or DP from www.mtanainfo.com and store it onto the
root folder of a USB stick

5.3.2 Installation (uploading) of the firmware onto the MP / DP system

Important Notes

• During the update process, results, shortcuts and manual methods are lost. Please back
up the result data before updating
• It is only possible to update to a newer version of the software
• Exported Databases can only be imported into the instrument with the same software
version. Databases that were exported before the software update can no longer be im-
ported after the software update.
• Make a backup of all data on the instrument. Export all methods for safety

Update instructions:
• Switch on the instrument and log in as administrator
• Insert the USB stick
• Go to Setup / Maintenance & Service and choose Update
• Confirm that you want to update
• The instrument installs the firmware update
• Do not remove the USB stick or disconnect the instrument from the power supply dur-
ing the update process

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6 Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 6-3

6.1 Routine Maintenance ......................................................................................... 6-3
6.1.1 SOP for Routine Maintenance .............................................................................. 6-3
6.2 Check procedures .............................................................................................. 6-3

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6 Maintenance
6.1 Routine Maintenance
A standard operating procedure exists (SOP) and is to be used for routine maintenance.

6.1.1 SOP for Routine Maintenance

Please refer to the SOP for the MP or DP system which is downloadable from our extranet
www.mtanainfo.com

6.2 Check procedures

Check list maintenance
Please use the original SOP to perform the maintenance, see an example of the MP system
on the next pages.

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7 Replacement and Repair .................................................................................... 7-3

7.1 Replacement of general Parts of the MP / DP Systems .................................. 7-3
7.1.1 Opening the metal cover ...................................................................................... 7-3
7.1.2 Opening the System ............................................................................................. 7-4
7.1.3 Replacing the terminal complete .......................................................................... 7-5
7.1.4 Changing the fan of the MP / DP System ............................................................. 7-6
7.1.5 Exchanging the Main board .................................................................................. 7-9
7.1.6 Exchanging the loudspeaker .............................................................................. 7-11
7.2 Working on the Main body of the MP System ................................................ 7-12
7.2.1 Changing the clamp support plate ...................................................................... 7-12
7.2.2 Changing the camera board ............................................................................... 7-13
7.2.3 Changing the transmitting light board ................................................................. 7-14
7.2.4 Changing the complete furnace.......................................................................... 7-15
7.3 Working on the Main body of the DP System................................................. 7-23
7.3.1 Changing the camera board ............................................................................... 7-23
7.3.2 Changing the reflecting light board ..................................................................... 7-25
7.3.3 Changing the complete furnace.......................................................................... 7-26
7.3.4 Changing the adapter board of the DP90 control unit ........................................ 7-33
7.3.5 Changing the interface board of the external cell of the DP90 ........................... 7-34

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7 Replacement and Repair

7.1 Replacement of general Parts of the MP / DP Systems
Replacement and repair work in the following chapter are the same for MP an DP system.

7.1.1 Opening the metal cover

• Turn the metal cover coun-

ter-clockwise until the open
circle mark

• Unleash the latch by press-

ing down on it with help of a
screwdriver and keep turning
the metal cover counter-
clockwise

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7.1.2 Opening the System

Before the instrument is opened:
• Switch off the instrument
• Disconnect the power cable from the instrument
• Disconnect all other cables attached to the instrument

• To remove the housing of

the MP / DP System, place
the instrument upside
down and remove the two
Torx screws T20

• Place the MP / DP System

back on its feet and swing
the housing open
• Unplug the ribbon cable
• Don’t forget to take the
SIM-card out, otherwise
you can not open the
MP / DP System
• Reassemble the MP / DP
System in reverse order

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7.1.3 Replacing the terminal complete

• Open the MP / DP Sys-
tem as described in sec-
tion 7.1.2
• Loosen the four Torx T10
screws

• Exchange the complete

terminal
• Reassemble the terminal
in reverse order

The procedure is exactly the same for the control unit of the DP90 system.

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7.1.4 Changing the fan of the MP / DP System

• To remove the housing of
the MP system, place the
instrument upside down
and remove the two Torx
screws T20
• Flip open the housing and
remove the ribbon cable
(for more information, re-
fer to section 7.1.2 Open-
ing the System).

• Loosen the 6 Torx T20

screws

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• Remove the three cables

which are encircled in the
picture on the left hand
side

• Push down the edge of the

rubber bracket on the fan

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• The fan is not mounted

with any screws, so it
can easily be taken out
and replaced with a new
one
• Install the new fan with
the label pointing to-
wards the furnace. The
fan must blow the cool
air towards the furnace.
• Reassemble the System
in reverse order

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7.1.5 Exchanging the Main board

The Main board forms a assembly together with the CPU board which is mounted piggy
back on the main board. The can only be exchanged together.

• Open the housing and

take off the main heating
assembly as described
earlier in this section

• Remove the 6 Torx T10

screws

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• Remove the 4 Torx T20

screws

• Take the rear housing off

• Slide the main board out of

the housing
• Reassemble in reverse order

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7.1.6 Exchanging the loudspeaker

• Remove the mainboard
first
• Turn the bottom plate up-
side down
• The loudspeaker is stuck
to the bottom plate; if you
cannot take it out by hand
you can force it out using a
screwdriver

• Stick the new loudspeaker

back into the bottom plate
• Check for correct position
of the contact points (as
shown in the picture)

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7.2 Working on the Main body of the MP System

7.2.1 Changing the clamp support plate
• Remove the clamp support
plate by slightly squeezing
it together with your fingers

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7.2.2 Changing the camera board

• Unscrew the two Torx T10
screws

• Remove the 3 cables

• Re assemble the display
adapter board in reverse
order.

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7.2.3 Changing the transmitting light board

• Unscrew the two Torx T10
screws and unplug the ca-
ble

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7.2.4 Changing the complete furnace

• Remove the boards and
covers as far as you can
see in the picture on the
left hand side. The trans-
mitting light board does
not necessarily need to be
removed, see 7.2.3.

• Unhook the metal flap

where the arrow points at

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• Bend the whole metal

plate forward

• The metal plate can now

be pulled out

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• Take the diffusion disc

frame out

• Slide out the reflected light

board and the shielding
plate with the glass

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• Unscrew the two white

wires

• Loosen the 6 Torx T20

screws and carefully hold
the main heating assembly
• Be extremely careful as
the cables underneath are
still connected

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• Remove the three cables

which are circled in the
picture on the left hand
side

• You can now take the

complete furnace assem-
bly out
• Cut through the silicon
protection with a cutter
knife

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• Do the same on the other

side of the furnace as-
sembly

• Unscrew the two hexagon

screws with an 8 mm flat
wrench
• After loosening the hexa-
gon screws, you can take
the grub screws out (They
are only hand tight)

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• Carefully slide the insula-

tion with the furnace out of
the metal housing.

• Take the upper insulation

part away

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• Take the insulation of the

wire in the furnace out and
slide the complete furnace
out of the insulation glass
foam

• Replace the complete fur-

nace and reassemble in
reverse order
• If the black glass foam
insulation is too damaged
it should be replaced
• If possible, apply some
silicon at the place you cut
through earlier (the silicon
is protection against shak-
ing and vibrating during
transportation and is not
absolutely necessary if the
system is not shipped
again)

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7.3 Working on the Main body of the DP System

Open the DP system as described in section 7.1.2 first.

7.3.1 Changing the camera board

• Unscrew the two 5.5 mm
nut screws with help of a
socket wrench

• Remove the 2 cables

which are indicated by the
arrows

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• Open the two Torx T10

screws on each side

• Slide out the camera board

and exchange it with the
new one
• Reassemble the display
adapter board in reverse
order

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7.3.2 Changing the reflecting light board

• Loosen the Torx T10
screw to unlatch the
board
• It is easier to replace the
board when you remove
the camera board first
• Reassemble the reflect-
ing light board in reverse
order

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7.3.3 Changing the complete furnace

• Loosen the flat band rib-
bon cable from the main
board to the camera board

• Loosen the 6 Torx T20

screws

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• Loosen the heat, the

Pt100 and the fan cable
form the main board

• Remove the camera board

• Unlatch the 4 hinges of the
furnace cover

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• Take the furnace cover off

• Remove the two nuts and

the two grub screws

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• Cut thought the silicon if

necessary

• Remove the heater wires

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• Take the furnace out to-

gether with the two insula-
tion halves

• Exchange the complete

furnace

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• When installing the new

furnace, take care that the
heater and the Pt100 ca-
bles fit smug into the fur-
nace insulation

• Reinstall the furnace in

reverse order and mount
the DP system main body
on bottom plate but.
• Do not mount the cover
with the terminal yet

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• Turn the two grub screws,

indicated by the arrows un-
til the sample carrier fits
snugly into the furnace
grooves

DP90 specific repairs:

Firstly, open the DP90 control unit the same way as the DP70 described in section 7.1.2.

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7.3.4 Changing the adapter board of the DP90 control unit

• Unscrew the six Torx
T20 screws halve way
out in order to slide the
metal cover backwards
and lift it off

• Remove the flat band

cable and the two 5 mm
nuts
• Install the new adapter
board DP90 in reverse
order

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7.3.5 Changing the interface board of the external cell of the DP90
• Unlatch the hinge of the lid
with help of a screwdriver

• Remove the four Torx T20

screws and remove the
Housing of the external cell

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• Remove the four Torx T20

screws

• Disconnect the cable from

the camera board

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• Remove all the connectors

form the camera and furnace
cable in order to separate the
main body from the bottom
plate

• Remove the flat ribbon cable

the connector from the Pt100
and the fan and the heater
wires

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• Remove the four Torx T10

screws
• Install the new adapter board
DP90 in reverse order

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CONTENTS PAGE

8 Adjustment and Calibration ............................................................................... 8-3

8.1 Configurations .................................................................................................... 8-3
8.1.1 MP System Firmware version overview ................................................................ 8-3
8.1.2 DP System Firmware version overview ................................................................ 8-3
8.2 Calibrations ......................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.1 MP System calibration parameter range .............................................................. 8-4
8.2.2 DP System calibration parameter range ............................................................... 8-4
8.3 Adjustment of the MP furnace position ............................................................ 8-5
8.4 Adjustment of the DP furnace position ............................................................ 8-7
8.5 Pt100 resistance table ........................................................................................ 8-9

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8 Adjustment and Calibration

8.1 Configurations

8.1.1 MP System Firmware version overview

V1.0 First firmware version

V1.10 Second firmware version (no ESI released)

• Additional error messages
• Temperature display implemented in video files

V1.11 Third firmware version (see ESI-1007)

• New version of the processor board (Colibri) Elimination of possible failures of the USB host
port.

V1.20 Fourth firmware version (no ESI released)

• Connection to the PC software LabX is supported
• The following languages are supported: Russian, French and Portuguese

8.1.2 DP System Firmware version overview

V1.0 First firmware version

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8.2 Calibrations
• Please refer to the Operating Instructions

8.2.1 MP System calibration parameter range

The calibration parameter can be seen in the User mode by pressing SETUP / HARDWARE
/ TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Range of offset A: -2°C to 2°C

Range of offset B: 0.990 to 1.010

8.2.2 DP System calibration parameter range

The calibration parameter can be seen in the User mode by pressing SETUP / HARDWARE
/ TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Range of offset A: -2°C to 2°C

Range of offset B: 0.990 to 1.010

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8.3 Adjustment of the MP furnace position

Check the position of the camera/furnace with help of the camera screen of the service
software. All 6 black spots, 4 in case of a MP50, must be within the red rectangle. In the pic-
ture above it is fine. Although the position of the camera should not be any higher.

A check or adjustment of the furnace/camera position is necessary if you:

• Exchange the furnace
• Exchange the camera board

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The position of the furnace in combination to the camera board can be adjusted the follow-
ing way.

• Left/right position with help

of the two grub screws of
the Main body of the MP
system

• All directions by losing the two paint pro-

tected Torx T10 screws of the camera di-
rectly on the camera board
• (This adjustment is normally not neces-
sary)

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8.4 Adjustment of the DP furnace position

Check the position of the camera/furnace with help of the camera screen of the service
software. The two black rims of the sample insert must be within the yellow rectangle. The
white balance must be within the red rectangle. In the picture above both those criteria are
met.

A check or adjustment of the furnace/camera position is necessary if you:

• Exchange the furnace
• Exchange the camera board

The left/right position, red rectangle, is given, as the sample carrier must fit smugly.
See the last step of section 7.3.3 changing the complete furnace

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The position of the furnace in combination to the camera board can be adjusted the follow-
ing way.

• A fine adjustment of the

up/down position of the
two black rims within the
yellow rectangle is possi-
ble by slightly loosening or
to screw on tighter the two
spring washer loaded
5.5 mm nuts

• All directions by losing the two paint pro-

tected Torx T10 screws of the camera
directly on the camera board
• (This adjustment is normally not neces-
sary)

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8.5 Pt100 resistance table

Basic values in ohms shown for every 5 degrees for Pt100 measuring resistors

°C 0 -5 -10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40 -45 -50 -55 -60 -65 -70 -75 -80 -85 -90 -95 -100 Ω/deg
-200 18.53 16.43 14.36 12.35 10.41 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
-100 60.20 58.17 56.13 54.09 52.04 49.99 47.93 45.87 43.80 41.73 39.56 37.57 35.48 33.38 31.28 29.17 27.05 24.92 22.78 20.65 18.53 0.42
0 100.00 98.04 96.07 94.10 92.13 90.15 88.17 86.19 84.21 82.23 80.25 78.27 76.28 74.29 72.29 70.29 68.28 66.27 64.25 62.23 60.20 0.40

°C 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 Ω/deg
0 100.00 101.95 103.90 105.85 107.79 109.73 111.67 113.61 115.54 117.47 119.40 121.32 123.24 125.16 127.07 128.98 130.89 132.80 134.70 136.60 138.50 0.38
100 138.50 140.39 142.28 144.18 146.06 147.94 149.82 151.70 153.57 155.45 157.32 159.18 161.04 162.90 164.76 166.62 168.47 170.32 172.16 174.00 175.84 0.37
200 175.84 177.68 179.51 181.34 183.17 185.00 186.82 188.64 190.46 192.27 194.08 195.89 197.70 199.50 201.30 203.09 204.88 206.68 208.46 210.25 212.03 0.36
300 212.03 213.81 215.58 217.36 219.13 220.90 222.66 224.42 226.18 227.94 229.69 231.44 233.19 234.93 236.67 238.41 240.15 241.88 243.61 245.34 247.06 0.35
400 247.06 248.78 250.50 252.21 253.93 255.64 257.34 259.05 260.75 262.45 264.14 265.83 267.52 269.21 270.89 272.57 274.25 275.92 277.60 279.27 280.93 0.34
500 280.93 282.60 284.26 285.91 287.57 289.22 290.87 292.51 294.16 295.80 297.43 299.07 300.70 302.33 303.95 305.58 307.20 308.81 310.43 312.04 313.65 0.33
600 313.65 315.25 316.86 318.46 320.05 321.65 323.24 324.83 326.41 327.99 329.57 331.15 332.72 334.29 335.86 337.43 338.99 340.55 342.10 343.66 345.21 0.32
700 345.21 346.76 348.30 349.84 351.38 352.92 354.45 355.98 357.51 359.03 360.55 362.07 363.59 365.10 366.61 368.12 369.62 371.12 372.62 374.12 375.61 0.30
800 375.61 377.10 378.59 380.07 381.55 383.03 384.50 385.98 387.45 388.91 390.38 - - - - - - - - - - 0.29

Admissible deviations of basic values with measuring resistors made of platinum

2,4

2,2 5

2,0

1,8 4

Admissible deviation in degrees K

1,6
Admissible deviation in Ohm

1,4 3

1,2

1,0 2

0,8

0,6 1

0,4

0,2 0

0,0
-200 -100 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
Temperature in °C �
Admissible deviation in Ohm
Admissible deviation in degrees K

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CONTENTS PAGE

9 Options and Accessories................................................................................... 9-3

9.1 Options ................................................................................................................ 9-3
9.2 Accessories ........................................................................................................ 9-3

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9 Options and Accessories

9.1 Options
There are no options or accessories which need to be installed by a service engineer.

9.2 Accessories
• For parts and accessories for the user please refer to the operating instructions.
• For recommended printers please refer to the operating instructions.

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10 Drawings ........................................................................................................... 10-3

10.1 Block diagram MP / DP system ....................................................................... 10-3
10.2 Wiring diagram MP / DP system ...................................................................... 10-4
10.3 Board Layouts................................................................................................... 10-5
10.3.1 CPU Board MP / DP system ............................................................................... 10-5
10.3.2 Main board MP system ....................................................................................... 10-6
10.3.3 Main board DP system ....................................................................................... 10-8
10.3.4 Reflected light board MP / DP system .............................................................. 10-10
10.3.5 Transmitted light board (MP system only) ........................................................ 10-10
10.3.6 Camera board MP / DP system ........................................................................ 10-11
10.3.7 Display adapter board MP / DP system ............................................................ 10-11
10.3.8 Adapter board for DP90 control unit ................................................................. 10-12
10.3.9 Adapter board for DP90 heater unit.................................................................. 10-12

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10 Drawings
10.1 Block diagram MP / DP system

MP / DP System ON/OFF
TFT, BL
Touchpanel

Display-Adapter

I2C

On / Off

Display
enable

Picture

Touch
Analog
5VD
ON

STDBY 5VD
5VD OFF
CMOS Data
Quick Capture
Camera I2C
WD I2C
I2C
RTC MUX
WD Audio Sound
I2C
Furnace EEPROM
driver PWM Shutdown

Furnace assembly
WD
Temp.
Meas. SPI
Back USB type B
analog
frontend Side USB type A
USB
Barcode reader
White LED PWM USB
Impinging light LED WD HUB Back USB 2* type A
Printer / USB stick
ON / OFF PXA320 Colibri @ 806MHz
Red LED’s drivers WD
Transmitted light
BOARD OneWire Ethernet Back Ethernet 100
(MP System only)
WD ID
Line input Fan I2C
M Furnace fan
driver
Supply checks
ADC PS
SD Slot
Side
&
ON / OFF 1 GB SD Card
SD Card
CF interface
Power Supply 5VD 3.3V
90...240VAC
3.3V
50/60Hz Subsupplies
UART RS232 not used
to 3.3V STDBY
24VDC/120VA

Options

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10.2 Wiring diagram MP / DP system

T-screen Display Display adapter board Mainboard

Reset
KU2
DC Power input KU1
ST8

ST1

ST2
KU1 RS232
On / Off
Switch

KU3

CPU board

Reflected light board Camera board

KU1 KU1 KU4

ST1

ST5
ST18
Debug SD Slot
Transmitted light board for KU5
(MP system only) SD Card

ST2 ST2 Jumper

ST7 ST6
Ethernet ST16

Furnace
ST11
USB KU3
ST14, jumpered
Fan

ST15 PT 100 2 x USB KU2

(empty for DP 90)

ST4
USB in ST1
ST3 Options
Clamp

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10.3 Board Layouts

10.3.1 CPU Board MP / DP system

The CPU board (Colibri PXA 320 @ 806 MHz) is mounted piggy-back on the main board.

Careful: The version of the CPU board and the main board is factory linked, never exchange
CPU boards or main board between different MP / DP systems for repair or trouble shooting.

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10.3.2 Main board MP system

BA1 D19
+
3V
KU5

ST2

S2 Reset
KU3

KU4
2

ST11

ST18

ST5
ST15 ST14 D13

ST8

D23 D22
ST3

D21

D16 D20
S T 4
ST6

ST7

D17

ST13
ST12

KU2 ST16 ST1 KU1

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Jumper settings for MP50, MP70, MP90:

ST6 no jumper
ST7 1-2, 3-4
ST14 1-2

Status LED:
D13 red Reset
D16 green +5 VDC
D17 green +24 VDC
D19 red Watchdog elapsed
D20 green +3.3 V
D21 green USB Good Link, flashing
D22 red Over-current USB (KU2 / KU3)
D23 red Over-current USB (ST3)

For normal operation:

• All red LED’s off
• All green LED’s on or flashing

Careful: The version of the CPU board and the main board is factory linked, never exchange
CPU boards or main board between different MP / DP systems for repair or trouble shooting.

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10.3.3 Main board DP system

BA1 D19
+
3V
KU5

ST2

S2 Reset
KU3

KU4
2

ST11

ST18

ST5
ST 17

ST15 ST14

ST10 D13

ST8
ST3

D23

D21

D16 D20
S T 4
ST7

D22

D17

ST13
ST12

KU2 ST16 ST1 KU1

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Jumper settings for DP70:

ST7 1-2, 3-4
ST10 1-2, 3-4
ST14 1-2
ST17 1-2,3-4

Jumper settings for DP90:

ST7 1-2, 3-4
ST10 1-2, 3-4
ST14 1-2
ST17 5 pin socket from the camera cable

Status LED:
D13 red Reset
D16 green +5 VDC
D17 green +24 VDC
D19 red Watchdog elapsed
D20 green +3.3 V
D21 green USB Good Link, flashing
D22 red Over-current USB (KU2 / KU3)
D23 red Over-current USB (ST3)

For normal operation:

• All red LED’s off
• All green LED’s on or flashing

Careful: The version of the CPU board and the main board is factory linked, never exchange
CPU boards or main board between different MP / DP systems for repair or trouble shooting.

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10.3.4 Reflected light board MP / DP system

D1

KU1

Careful: The board looks the same but the order number differs for MP and DP systems

10.3.5 Transmitted light board (MP system only)

D9
ST2

D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8

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10.3.6 Camera board MP / DP system

KU1

ST2
ST1

Careful: The board looks the same but the order number differs for MP and DP systems

10.3.7 Display adapter board MP / DP system

ST1
KU3 KU2

KU1

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10.3.8 Adapter board for DP90 control unit

10.3.9 Adapter board for DP90 heater unit

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CONTENTS PAGE

11 Service Information .......................................................................................... 11-3

11.1 Service manual updates .................................................................................. 11-3
11.1.1 Service engineers responsibility ......................................................................... 11-3
11.1.2 Status of this service manual.............................................................................. 11-3
ME – 51 710 703 Fist edition June 2009 (06/2009) .....................................................11-3
ME – 51 710 703 A Second edition June 2010 (06/2010) ...........................................11-3
ME – 51 710 703 B Third edition January 2012 (01/2012) ..........................................11-3
ME – 51 710 703 C Fourth edition December 2012 (12/2012) ....................................11-3
11.2 Express Service Info (ESI) ............................................................................... 11-5
ESI-1007 New firmware version 1.11, April 16, 2010 ..................................................11-5
ESI-1203 New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.0, February, 2012 ...............11-5
ESI-1225 New firmware version 1.30, August, 2012 ...................................................11-5
ESI-1226 Old / New board connector compatibility, August, 2012 ..............................11-5
ESI-1227 New Reflective light board, August, 2012 ....................................................11-5
ESI-1228 New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.1, December, 2012 .............11-5
ESI-1229 New MP firmware version 1.31, December, 2012........................................11-5
ESI-1230 New DP firmware version 1.01, December, 2012 ........................................11-5

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11 Service Information
11.1 Service manual updates
11.1.1 Service engineers responsibility
Keeping the service manual up-to-date is the responsibility of the Service Engineer. The
newest manual edition is always available on the analytical information center
(www.mtanainfo.com). The Express Service Information (ESI) will be distributed only by
E-mail and is also an integrated part of the Service Manual. Also, the ESI’s are available at
the analytical information center www.mtanainfo.com .
Is my service manual really up-to-date? At the bottom right of the title page you will find the
date of issue. If you know the date of the latest edition, you can thus see whether your ser-
vice manual is up-to-date.

11.1.2 Status of this service manual

ME – 51 710 703 Fist edition June 2009 (06/2009)

ME – 51 710 703 A Second edition June 2010 (06/2010)
New firmware, additional error messages
ME – 51 710 703 B Third edition January 2012 (01/2012)
Includes the Dropping Point systems DP70 and DP90
ME – 51 710 703 C Fourth edition December 2012 (12/2012)
New MP firmware, new MP camera board connector, new MP reflective light board
New MP/ DP service software, several spare part number changes

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11.2 Express Service Info (ESI)

ESI-1007 New firmware version 1.11, April 16, 2010

ESI-1203 New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.0, February, 2012

ESI-1225 New firmware version 1.30, August, 2012

ESI-1226 Old / New board connector compatibility, August, 2012

ESI-1227 New Reflective light board, August, 2012

ESI-1228 New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.1, December, 2012

ESI-1229 New MP firmware version 1.31, December, 2012

ESI-1230 New DP firmware version 1.01, December, 2012

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MP50, MP70 and MP90

April 16, 2010

New firmware version 1.11

1. Problem Description:
• Our supplier introduced a new version of the CPU board (Colibri) which can lead to
problems in communication in conjunction with the main board of the MP System. This
could lead to an inactive USB port making a software update impossible. We have dis-
covered this problem during our CQ test (end test) in the production.
• Even though, to date, there are no cases reported from the field, we do encourage
updating as a preventive measure.

2. Solution:
• Download the firmware from www.mtanainfo.com. An instruction on how to upload the
firmware and a release note about new features comes with the firmware.
• The upload of the firmware to the instrument is possible through the service engineer
or through the customer himself using the following webpage www.mt.com/thermal-
values-update which is accessible for customers.
• For the service engineer we also recommend downloading the new service software
from www.mtanainfo.com.

3. Important Information:
• Some months ago, our marketing department informed all marketing organizations and
distributors about the new firmware version 1.10 which included significant functional
enhancements. No Express Service Info was released.
• As most MP Systems are still running on version 1.00, we recommend informing the
customer about the possibility of a free update. In case the customer does not upgrade
himself, we recommend to upgrading the firmware during the next service visit.
• The firmware version 1.11 offers the same functions as the replaced version 1.10.

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Express Service Information MP / DP System

February 21, 2012

New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.0

We have introduced new service software which can be used on all MP and DP systems.

The previous version V1.4.1.0 does only work on the MP System.

The service software is downloadable from our extranet www.mtanainfo.com. The service
software must be saved on a USB stick within a folder with the name ServiceSW.
The config.xml file must be in the same folder.

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Express Service Information MP50, MP70 and MP90

August 28, 2012

New firmware version 1.30

1. Problem description:
• The previous firmware requires some improvements

2. Solution:
New functional enhancements:
• Copy-Paste Function for text and numeric character input
• Picture in measurement report
[MP70/MP90] video picture can be attached to measurement report in order to docu-
ment melting process
• Color prints
[MP70/MP90] and protocols can be now printed in colors. This works for video picture
as well as for temperature curve overlays
• New Signal tone
Additional signal tones for error and information messages and button can be config-
ured in the setup
• Information in video
New recorded videos now show Meta data for e.g. measurement and method in the
first video picture
• On the measuring report now status and result of adjustment are indicated
New service functions:
• Access to service functions from out of the applications
• Optimized temperature control and identification of defective temperature sensors
Preparation for update:
• Download the firmware from www.mtanainfo.com
• An instruction on how to upload the firmware and a release note about new features
comes with the firmware
• Extract update files to the root directory of your USB stick

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• The upload of the firmware can be performed by the service engineer or Customer by
downloading the firmware from the webpage “www.mt.com/thermal-values-update”
which is accessible for customers.
• Before the update is performed the following must be exported: Shortcuts, user man-
agement and methods

Note: Exported database can only be imported to the same firmware version
Results can be exported and stored, but not imported to the instrument

3. Important information:
This update will effect the connection to LabX. Please refer to this list before executing
the next step:
LabX Version Supported for MP SW
LabX 2010 MP 1.20
LabX 2010 FR2 MP 1.20
LabX 2012 MP 1.30
Update procedure:
• Power up the instrument and log in as an administrator
• Plug in USB stick with the firmware files
• Setup → Maintenance → Update and confirm

Note: Do not disconnect the instrument from the power source and do not dis-
connect the USB stick during firmware update!
While Offset data correction from temperature adjustment, the instrument
will run through update process two times. This is correct, so the instru-
ment adjustment is still valid!

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Express Service Information MP50, MP70 and MP90

August 28, 2012

Old / New Main board – Camera board

connector compatibility

1. Problem description:
• The old and new type boards are not directly compatible
Hardware Information:
• Old Hardware:
Main board [ME – 51 150 xxx], Camera board [ME – 51 142 580] and flat flex cable
[ME – 51 1xx xxx] have a 36 pin connector support
• New Hardware:
Main board [ME – 51 150 xxx], Camera board [30 027 455] and flat flex cable
[ME - 51 1xx xxx] have a 34 pin connector support

2. Solution:
Preparation for connector configuration:
a) Old base board with old cable and new Camera board:
- Carefully cut out the edge of connector
socket on new camera board (on the op-
posite side of pin 1)

Modified connector socket on new Camera board

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- Carefully cut off the nose on the left side

(from orientation view in regard to pin 1)

Nose to remove

- Plug cable with pin 1 (red cable mark)

orientated to the non-manipulated socket
side

Correct connector positioning on new Camera board

b) New Main board with old Camera board and old cable
- Carefully cut out the edge of connector
socket on new base board on right hand
side (from orientation where CPU board
slot)

Modified connector socket on new Main board

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- Carefully cut the right side part of the

nose for orientation from cable to socket
(see pic)

Nose to remove partially

- Plug cable with pin 1 (red cable mark)

orientated to the non-manipulated (left)
socket side

Correct connection to the new Main board

c) In case of new base board and new camera board in combination with old cable,
both boards and cable ends have to get manipulated in order to work

Note: Please be aware that this circumstance is not recommended, so for this
matter a new cable with 34 pin support [ME – 51 1xx xxx] should be used

d) If for instance an old cable is getting defective in an old system (36 pin support),
just plug in a new 34 pin cable orientated to cable socket pin 1

3. Important information
• Make sure to do these modifications carefully
• This work is only necessary, if some parts has to be replaced with newer versions

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Express Service Information MP and DP Instruments

December 19, 2012

New MP / DP System service software V1.7.0.1

We have introduced new service software which can be used on all MP and DP systems.

The service software is downloadable from our extranet www.mtanainfo.com. The service
software must be saved on a USB stick within a folder with the name ServiceSW.
The config.xml file must be in the same folder.

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Express Service Information MP50, MP70 and MP90

December 19, 2012

New MP firmware V 1.31

Problem Description:
• Improved stability of the optical adjustment algorithm of the transmitted light.
An update from MP 1.30 to MP 1.31 does not influence the current functionality or
temperature adjustment, neither new functionality is added nor existing functionality is
removed.
Instruments that show an erroneous behavior concerning optical adjustment of trans-
mitted light (e.g. Error 16 after starting up the instrument) shall be updated with the
firmware version 1.31. Please follow the update process described in the respective
chapter here. As there is now change in the functionality, EQPac-based qualified in-
struments do not require a re-qualification. The firmware must be recorded in the “Up-
dates log” in chapter “Service documentation. It is recommended to perform a GSST
comprising a calibration/adjustment as described in the EQPac.

Solution:
• Download the firmware from www.mtanainfo.com. An instruction on how to upload the
firmware and a release note about new features comes with the firmware.
• The upload of the firmware to the instrument is possible through the service engineer
or through the customer himself using the following webpage www.mt.com/thermal-
values-update which is accessible for customers.
• For the service engineer we also recommend downloading the new service software
from www.mtanainfo.com.

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Express Service Information DP70 and DP90

December 19, 2012

New DP firmware V 1.01

Problem Description:
• This firmware update release corrects the erroneous (positive) °C and °F temperature
display in DP90 result videos of measurements below 0 °C and 0 °F respectively.
Users that do not perform such tests do not need to update the instrument to firmware
version 1.01.
• In tests below 0 °C/°F expected negative °C/°F temperature values are correctly
displayed. An update to DP 1.01 does not influence the current functionality or
temperature adjustment, neither new functionality is added nor is existing functionality
removed. DP90 Instruments used for measurements in negative °C/°F temperature
range shall be updated with the firmware version 1.01. Please follow the update
process described in the following chapter. As there is no change in the functionality,
EQPac-based qualified instruments do not require a requalification. The firmware must
be recorded in the “Updates log” in chapter Service documentation. It is recommended
to perform a GSST comprising a calibration/ adjustment as described in the EQPac.

Solution:
• Download the firmware from www.mtanainfo.com. An instruction on how to upload the
firmware and a release note about new features comes with the firmware.
• The upload of the firmware to the instrument is possible through the service engineer
or through the customer himself using the following webpage www.mt.com/thermal-
values-update which is accessible for customers.
• For the service engineer we also recommend downloading the new service software
from www.mtanainfo.com.

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CONTENTS PAGE

12 Operating Instructions ..................................................................................... 12-3

12.1 Instrument ......................................................................................................... 12-3
12.1.1 MP90 .................................................................................................................. 12-3
12.1.2 MP70 .................................................................................................................. 12-3
12.1.3 MP50 .................................................................................................................. 12-3
12.1.4 DP70/DP90......................................................................................................... 12-3
12.2 Options .............................................................................................................. 12-3
12.3 Accessories ...................................................................................................... 12-3
12.4 EQPac for MP / DP systems............................................................................. 12-3

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12 Operating Instructions
12.1 Instrument
12.1.1 MP90

ME – 51 710 740 English version

ME – 51 710 739 German version

Please note:
The MP 90 Operating Manual is the complete operating instructions for the MP System and the one of most
interest to Service engineers. Some functions of the MP 90 are not implemented in the MP 70 and MP 50 and
are not mentioned in the MP 70 and MP 50 operation instruction. The ME numbers are given below in brackets.

12.1.2 MP70
(ME – 51 710 738) English version
(ME – 51 710 737) German version

12.1.3 MP50
(ME – 51 710 736) English version
(ME – 51 710 735) German version

12.1.4 DP70/DP90
(ME – 51 710 946) English version
(ME – 51 710 945) German version

12.2 Options
No Option Instruction available

12.3 Accessories
No Accessory Instruction available

12.4 EQPac for MP / DP systems

ME – 51 710 757 MP system English version
ME – 300 294 67 MP system English version

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