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TRACKER 2700/2700S
USER'S MANUAL
21-1321
Rev. 3 11/2005
Copyright
2005 Huntron, Inc. All rights reserved.
Huntron, Tracker, ProTrack, Sig Assist and Huntron Access are registered trademarks of Huntron,
Inc. All other names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
This document may not be copied in whole or in part, or otherwise reproduced except as specifically
permitted under U.S. copyright law, without the prior written consent of Huntron, Inc.,
15720 Main Street, Suite#100, Mill Creek, WA, 98012, USA.

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Huntron TRACKER 2700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHuntron
ModelTRACKER 2700
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Limited Warranty

Contacting Huntron

Information on how to contact Huntron for service, accessories, and other products.

Section 1 Introduction and Specifications

1-1. Introduction

Overview of the Huntron Tracker 2700 and 2700S, listing key features.

1-2. Specifications

Detailed electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications for the Tracker 2700/2700S.

1-3. Safety Considerations

Important safety terms, symbols, and precautions to prevent injury and instrument damage.

1-4 WEEE and RoHS Status

Information regarding Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and RoHS compliance.

Section 2 Operating Instructions

2-1. Introduction

Describes the basic operation of the Tracker 2700 and 2700S.

2-2. Unpacking Your Instrument

Lists the items included with the Tracker 2700/2700S shipment.

2-3. General Operation

Explains how components are tested using the Tracker 2700's two-terminal system.

2-4. Line Fuse

Details the location and replacement of the line fuse in the power entry module.

2-5. Physical Features

Brief overview of the instrument's externally accessible features.

2-6. Front Panel

Description of the front panel controls and connectors for easy function selection.

2-7. Back Panel

Details the secondary controls and connectors located on the back panel.

2-8. LCD Quadrants and Axes

Explains the LCD display graticule, quadrants, and horizontal sensitivities.

2-9. Power-Up

Describes the procedure for turning on the Tracker 2700 and initial settings.

2-10. Channel Selection

Explains how to select and connect test probes to channels A and B.

2-11. Alternate Mode

Details the Alternate mode for automatic switching between channels for comparison.

2-12. Resistance Selection

Explains how to select the five resistance ranges for optimal signature display.

2-13. Frequency Selection

Describes how to select the five available test signal frequencies.

2-14. Voltage Selection

Explains how to select the peak applied sine-wave voltage for testing.

2-15. DC Voltage Source

Details the built-in DC voltage source for testing active devices.

2-16. Scanning with a Tracker 2700S

Explains the scanning capabilities of the Tracker 2700S for up to 40 pins.

Section 3 Using Your Tracker 2700

3-1. Introduction

Introduces electronic troubleshooting using Tracker Signature Analysis (TSA).

3-2. Basics Of TSA - How it Works

Explains the fundamental principles of Tracker Signature Analysis (TSA).

3-3. Horizontal Axis

Details the horizontal axis of the LCD display and its graticule lines.

3-4. Vertical Axis

Explains how the vertical trace deflection is controlled on the LCD display.

3-5. Basic Tracker Signatures - Open and Short

Describes the two fundamental Tracker signatures: open and short circuits.

3-6. Four Basic Component Tracker Signatures

Introduces the four basic component signatures: resistance, capacitance, inductance, and semiconductor.

3-7. Smart Tracker Active Range (STAR) feature

Explains the STAR feature that protects components from excessive power.

Section 4 Menus and Settings

4-1. Menu Structure

Overview of the menu structure for selecting parameters and functions.

4.2 Menu Navigation

Explains how to navigate through the various menus on the Tracker 2700.

4.3 Power-Up Menu

Details the Power-Up menu for frequency, pin selection, and scan rate adjustments.

4.4 Tracker 2700 Sub-menus

Describes the main menu and its sub-menus: Display, Scan, and Control.

The Scan Menu

Functions of the Scan menu for configuring component pins and scan parameters.

The Scan/Package menu

Configuration options for scanning component pins, package type, and scan mode.

The Scan/ V Ω Hz menu

Settings for selecting voltage, resistance, or frequency scanning parameters.

The Scan/Compare menu

Settings for configuring comparison tolerance and enabling/disabling compare mode.

The Control Menu

Options for foot switch, pulse generator, and diagnostic functions.

The Control/Switch menu

Configuration of the optional foot switch functions for scan, channel, or range.

The Control/Switch/Range menu

Settings for foot switch selection of resistance, voltage, or frequency.

The Control/Diags menu

Options for starting diagnostics, setting defaults, and toggling waveform display.

4.5 SigAssist™

Explanation of the SigAssist feature for range selection and signature analysis.

Section 5 Testing Passive Components

5-1. Resistors

How to apply test probes, identify resistive signatures, and analyze resistor behavior.

5-2. Capacitors

Explores capacitive signatures and their relation to capacitance, frequency, voltage, and resistance.

5-3. Inductors

Explores inductive signatures and their relation to inductance, frequency, voltage, and resistance.

5-4. Electromechanical Switching Components

Testing electromechanical switches and relays using Tracker signatures.

Section 6 Testing Discrete Semiconductors

6-1. Diodes

Explains diode operation, signatures, and effects of parameters on diode signatures.

6-2. Transistors

Covers bipolar transistor types, signatures, and identifying unknown transistors.

6-3. Solid State Switching Components

Testing optical switches, optocouplers, SCRs, and Triacs using the Tracker 2700.

Section 7 Testing Integrated Circuits

7-1. Integrated Circuits

Understanding IC signatures, common failure modes, and testing digital ICs.

7-2. Analog Circuits

Troubleshooting analog ICs like Op Amps and Linear Voltage Regulators.

7-3. Low Voltage

Testing Low Voltage (LV) logic family ICs and their unique signatures.

Section 8 Maintenance

8-1. Introduction

Information on user maintenance items for the instrument.

8-2. External cleaning/lubrication

Instructions for safely cleaning the instrument case without damage.

8-3. Storage Instructions

Recommendations for storing the unit to ensure optimum protection.

8-4. Service Information

Details on warranty and out-of-warranty service procedures and contact information.

8-5. Contact Information

Contact details for Huntron, including phone, fax, email, and website.