- Topic ID: id_15460673
- Version: 3.0
- Date: Jun 15, 2020 11:00:49 PM
DIG2 DIP Card Replacement
Prerequisites
Overview
This procedure describes and illustrates the steps necessary to replace the Data Acquisition & Image Generation (DIG2) Computer DIP Card.
This procedure covers both the HDIP and the VDIP cards used in the High Definition and VCT systems HDIG2 and VDIG2 Computers respectively.
Figure 1. VDIP (VCT)

1 Power-Off (Shut Down) the Console
Procedure
- Select one of the following methods to power off the Operator
Console:
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If applications are running, click the Shut Down icon and select Shut Down.
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If applications are down, open a Unix Shell using the Toolchest. Type: {ctuser@hostname} halt. Press Enter.
The Operator Console monitor will display a ‘System Halted’ message when it is acceptable to power off the Operator Console.
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- Power OFF the Operator Console at the front panel switch. (See
Illustration 2.)
Figure 2. Console Power Switch

- Perform prescribed Lockout/Tagout procedure. For added protection, disconnect the Twist-N-Lock Main Power Cable from rear of console.
2 Remove DIG2 Computer
Procedure
- Remove the front and rear Operator Console Covers per prescribed cover removal procedure.
- Remove the cable connections at the rear of the DIG2 Computer
chassis.note:
Verify that all cables are labeled and clearly marked. If necessary, add a label for clarity.
- Remove the power cord at the rear of the DIG2 Computer chassis.
- Remove the four (4) 5mm socket cap screws and washers from the
front of the DIG2 Computer chassis, holding the chassis to the Operator
Console rack.
Figure 3. DIG2 Computer Mounting

- Slide the DIG2 Computer chassis forward (out the front of console) and set aside. See the Safety, Equipment Service - Console chapter of the service manual for additional information regarding Console Component Lifting .
3 Remove HDIP or VDIP Card from DIG2 Computer
Procedure
- At the rear of the DIG2 Computer Chassis, release the Chassis
Cover Lock using a Phillips screwdriver. Back out lock screw at least
two (2) full turns.
Figure 4. DIG2 Computer Chassis Cover Lock

- Slide the Chassis Cover towards the front of the chassis and
remove.note:
You may need to tap on back upper edge of cover to release cover before sliding forward.
Figure 5. DIG2 Computer Cover Removal

- Remove the Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp from DIG2 Computer
Chassis.
Figure 6. DIG2 Computer Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp Removal

- Remove the Phillips Screw holding the VDIP Card in the DIG2
Computer chassis and carefully remove the card from the Systemboard.
Figure 7. VDIG2 Computer VDIP Card Locations

4 Install Replacement VDIP Card in DIG2 Computer
Procedure
- Carefully install the replacement VDIP Card in the same location
(slot) in the DIG2 Computer. Make sure all cables are clear of the
VDIP Card and the card seats firmly in the Systemboard.
Figure 8. VDIG2 Computer VDIP Card Slot Locations

- Reinstall the Phillips Screws to secure the VDIP or HDIP Card to the chassis.
- Reinstall the Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp in the DIG2 Computer
Chassis .
Figure 9. DIG2 Computer Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp Placement
note:The Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp must be installed as illustrated above. The Clamp should be centered over the Cooling Fan with slotted end over expansion cards.
- Reinstall the DIG2 Computer Chassis Cover and lock the cover in place.
5 Re-Install DIG2 Computer
IMPORTANT: IN ORDER TO MEET EMC REQUIREMENTS, THE CHASSIS COVERS MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED AFTER SERVICING. CHECK THAT THE COVERS ARE MOUNTED FIRMLY IN PLACE AND LOCKED DOWN WHERE APPLICABLE.
Procedure
- Slide the replacement DIG2 Computer into the Operator Console from the front.
- Replace the four (4) 5mm socket cap screws and washers to secure the DIG2 Computer chassis to the Operator Console rack. Torque to 4.6 N-m.
- Mount the power cord to the rear of the DIG2 Computer chassis and verify that its power supply switch is turned to the ON position.
- Replace the rear cable connection(s).
Figure 10. VDIG2 Cable Connections and Destination

For cabling details, refer to the appropriate interconnect located in the System Diagrams folder of this service methods publication.
6 Power-On the Operator Console
Procedure
- Reconnect the Twist-N-Lock Main Power Cable from rear of console and remove Lockout Tagout protection applied earlier.
- Power ON the Operator Console at the console’s front panel switch.
- Visually verify the DIG2 Computer front panel Power LED is illuminated.
If not, press the DIG2 front panel power switch to apply power to
the DIG2 Computer.
Figure 11. DIG2 Front Panel Indicators and Switches

7 Verify Replacement DIG2 Computer DIP Card Operation
Procedure
- Verify that the DIG2 Computer has powered up and is not displaying
or sounding any POST Errors.note:
See DIG2 Troubleshooting if any errors appear.
- No other verifications steps required.
8 Finalization
Procedure
- Refer to System Scanning Tests in the Functional Checks chapter of this manual to confirm proper operation.
- Reinstall Console Front and Rear Covers.