Fault code

Inovance MD280 Err16 Communication fault

Diagnostic context

What Err16 means on Inovance MD280

Err16 is the MD280 communication fault. The manufacturer lists the host computer is in abnormal state. as one of the documented causes.

Operating context: Start with the manufacturer troubleshooting sequence. Check the cabling of host computer. Check the communication cabling.

This diagnostic context is an editorial explanation. The possible causes and recommended checks below are the verified manufacturer troubleshooting content.

Possible causes

  • The host computer is in abnormal state.
  • The communication cable is faulty.
  • The communication parameters in group FA are set improperly.

Recommended checks and actions

  • Check the cabling of host computer.
  • Check the communication cabling.
  • Set the communication extension card type correctly.
  • Set the communication parameters properly.

Technical source

Inovance MD280 User Manual EN - Err16 troubleshooting — page 161

Inovance MD280 troubleshooting VI - Err16 — page 11