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TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual

1. Most significant digit Figure 5 Logical address switches set to address FF Merging Modules You can merge modules together to create wider modules If your application requires you to merge modules refer to Merging TLA700 Modules beginning on page 25 for the merge instructions before continuing with this section Installing Modules inthe You can install any of the modules in any slot that the module key will allow TLA715 Portable see Figure 7 on page 11 If you intend to merge the modules refer to the merging Mainframe modules rules on page 25 If you are not merging the modules follow these guidelines Install a single module in slots 3 4 Place a double width slot cover over slots 1 2 m When installing a logic analyzer module with an oscilloscope module install the oscilloscope module in slots 1 2 and the logic analyzer module in slots 3 4 Use a screwdriver to tighten the retaining screws to 2 5 in lbs after seating the modules in place See Figure 6 on page 10 8 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Installing Modules inthe You must install the benchtop controller in the benchtop mainframe in slots 0 2 TLA721 Benchtop or the TLA7XM Expansion Module must be located in slot 0 You can install any TLA7XM Expansion of the modules in any slot that the module key will allow see Figure 7 on M
2. Benchtop mainframe Figure ii TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with a TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe x TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Preface Related Documentation Most of the product documentation is available via online help with the TLA or Pattern Generator application Table i lists other documentation that you may need to support your Tektronix logic analyzer product For additional documentation contact your local Tektronix representative Table i Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family documentation Location TLA Documentation Documents available on the documentation CD in printed form and downloadable from the Tektronix website Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family User Manual TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Module Service Manual P6960 amp P6980 Logic Analyzer Probe Instruction Manual P68xx Logic Analyzer Probe Instruction Manual P6417 amp P6418 Logic Analyzer Probes Instructions P6419 Logic Analyzer Probe Instruction Manual P6434 Mass Termination Probe Instructions TLA7UP Field Upgrade Kit Instructions TLAGUP Field Upgrade Kit Instructions TLABKUP Field Upgrade Kit Instructions TLA5Fxx TLA6Fxx amp TLA7Fxx PowerFlex Upgrade Kit Instructions TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Module Instructions TLA Series Product Specifications Tektronix Logic Analyzer Programmatic Interface TPI net tektronix com TLA700 Series Lo
3. esee 39 Restoring and Reinstalling Software ee eeee 41 Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image 00 00 cee cee eee eee 41 Backing Up Piles soi ela We ha E OSnpR eee ake ve ea Dee ge 41 Installing the Operating System and TLA Application Software 42 Reinstalling the TLA Application Software and the Pattern Generator Application Software esses 45 Installing the TPI or PPI Remote Operation Software 46 Installing the TLAVu and PatGenVu Software ona PC 47 Upgrading or Restoring Firmware 48 Upgrading Firmware on TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 48 Upgrading Firmware on TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Qx Dx 7Ex Modules 50 Upgrading Firmware on the TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Modules 53 Appendix A TLA721 Mainframe Power Information si 55 Appendix B User Service Procedures rui ee D a te 59 SerViCe Oe HIS ium es ee deeper re rd enero E Cr Boe eile iba 59 Warranty Repair Service LL 59 Calibration and Repair Service 59 General Care cesses eee tr e ye e 59 Preventive Maintenance pered ror ritet e eee eens 60 Cleaning the Flat Panel Display LL 60 EXterIOE SULTACES tetra ete erre etu ive Csi re e vet Fap 60 Floppy DISK Drive i es tete tete ette cem Ret va 61 In G se of Problems Feet neuem ettet e emt E 61 EDD DIC ERR V u A uA r 61 Software Problems x tee e iii ees 62 Hardware Problems 62 R
4. The TPI client software and the PPI client software are software packages that allow you to remotely control the logic analyzer or pattern generator from a PC These software packages are located on Disc 1 of the TLA application software set You must ensure that the version of the TPI and PPI client software is the same as that of TLA and pattern generator application on your logic analyzer NOTE TPI and TPI NET are two separate programmatic interfaces to the TLA software Controlling the TLA instruments with the TPI NET software from a PC does not require the installation of any additional software For information on setting up and running the TPI NET software on your PC refer to the TPI NET Instructions on the TLA Documentation CD Complete the following steps to update the TPI and PPI client software packages on your PC If you have an older version already installed on your PC the program will automatically detect it and replace it during the upgrade process 1 Install Disc 1 of the Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family Application Software in the CD ROM drive of the PC 2 Click Run in the Windows Start menu to display the Run dialog box 3 To install the TPI client software enter D TPI Client SW Setup exe in the Run dialog box 4 To install the PPI client software enter D PPI Client SW Setup exe in the Run dialog box 5 Click OK to perform the installation Follow any on screen instructions 6 Ifyou have an earlier
5. 24 Verify that the firmware version for the selected module matches the version on the label that you recorded in step 20 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software 25 If the firmware versions do not match power down the mainframe remove the module from the mainframe and update the label Upgrading Firmware on Use the following procedure to upgrade the firmware on the pattern generator the TLA7PG2 Pattern modules Generator Modules 1 Note which modules require new firmware If any modules are missing from the System window you can verify the status of the modules by doing the following steps a Select System Properties in the System menu b Click the Modules tab c Note the information under the Messages column for any installed modules If any modules indicate invalid or similar messages you must update the firmware for those modules 2 Power down the mainframe and disconnect the power cord 3 Remove the modules from the mainframe 4 Refer to Figure 28 on page 51 and locate the flash programming pins on the rear of each module 5 Install a jumper on the flash programming pins use one of the spare jumpers that came with your pattern generator 6 Reinstall the modules in the mainframe 7 Reconnect the power cord and then power on the mainframe 8 Wait for the pattern generator application to start NOTE Any modules with the flash programming jumper install
6. If a product proves defective during this warranty period Tektronix at its option either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product In order to obtain service under this warranty Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix with shipping charges prepaid Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges duties taxes and any other charges for products returned to any other locations This warranty shall not apply to any defect failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install repair or service the product b to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment c to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non Tektronix supplies or d to service a product that has been modified or integrated wi
7. Once a year the electrical performance should be checked and the instrument accuracy certified calibrated This service must be performed by a qualified service technician using the procedures outlined in the appropriate service manual for the Tektronix Logic Analyzer product Preventive maintenance mainly consists of periodic cleaning Periodic cleaning reduces instrument breakdown and increases reliability Clean the instrument as needed based on the operating environment Dirty conditions may require more frequent cleaning than computer room conditions Refer to your logic analyzer probe instructions for specific cleaning procedures for the probes and probe connectors The LCD flat panel is a soft plastic display and must be treated with care during cleaning CAUTION Improper cleaning agents or methods can damage the flat panel display Do not use abrasive cleaners or commercial glass cleaners to clean the display surface Do not spray liquids directly on the display surface Do not scrub the display with excessive force Avoid getting moisture inside the instrument while cleaning the display use only enough solution to dampen the wipe Clean the flat panel display surface by gently rubbing the display with a cleanroom wipe such as Wypall Medium Duty Wipes 05701 available from Kimberly Clark Corporation If the display is very dirty moisten the wipe with distilled water or a 75 isopropyl alcohol solution and gen
8. Power Consumption Watts 0 90 110 130 150 170 190 210 230 250 115 Input Line Voltage Volts AC 20AT Fuse 15AF Fuse 6 3AF Fuse Figure 29 Power cord identification chart For example assume that your TLA721 benchtop system consists of four TLA704 Logic Analyzer Modules and one TLA7E2 DSO Module Also assume that you will be operating the mainframe at 90 VAC Add 121 Watts for the DSO Module 4 X 75 Watts for the logic analyzer modules 70 Watts for the controller 100 Watts for the mainframe to come up with a total value of 591 Watts Because the power consumption at 90 VAC is approaching the shaded area of the graph in Figure 29 you should consider using the 20A power cord NOTE If you are configuring an expansion mainframe remember to use the power value for the expansion module instead of the benchtop controller TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 97 Appendix A TLA721 Mainframe Power Information 58 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual ee 4 Appendix B User Service Procedures Service Offerings Warranty Repair Service Calibration and Repair General Care Service A This appendix describes high level service information and procedures for the Tektronix logic analyzers Mainframe and module service troubleshooting procedures are located in the service manuals Tektronix provides service to cover repair under warranty as w
9. make sure that you log on as Administrator or as a user who has administrator privileges Failure to do so can prevent the software upgrade from completing successfully 1 Logonto the instrument as Administrator and quit any applications 2 Install Disc 1 of the Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family Application Software in the CD ROM drive of the logic analyzer 3 Click Run in the Windows Start menu to display the Run dialog box 4 To reinstall the TLA application software enter D TLA Application SW Setup exe in the Run dialog box if your CD ROM drive is not the D drive enter the appropriate letter for your drive 5 To reinstall the pattern generator application software enter D Pattern Generator Application SW Setup exe in the Run dialog box if your CD ROM drive is not the D drive enter the appropriate letter for your drive 6 Click OK to perform the installation If you have an existing version of the software on the hard disk the installation program will detect it and ask if you want to remove it Follow the on screen instructions to remove the software answering Yes to any prompts Restart the instrument when prompted Repeat Step 4 to reinstall the software following any on screen prompts 7 Afterthe software has been successfully installed restart the instrument TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 45 Restoring and Reinstalling Software Installing the TPI or PPI Remote Operation Software
10. 11 panel cover 12 power cord requirements for the benchtop mainframe 55 for the expansion mainframe 55 Maintenance equipment required to merge modules 32 installing software 41 merging modules rules 25 Merged modules rules 25 Merging modules 25 equipment required 32 merge cable location 32 three way merge procedure 37 two way merge procedure 32 Module dynamic autoconfiguration of address 7 installing in the benchtop mainframe 9 in the expansion mainframe 11 in the portable mainframe 8 keying 11 logical address 7 merge cable location 32 64 merging 25 merging guidelines 25 power requirements 55 expansion mainframe 55 static logical address 7 three way merge procedure 37 two way merge procedure 32 0 On Standby switch benchtop mainframe 19 portable mainframe 19 Online help PPI help 24 TLAScript 24 TPI online help 24 P Panel cover installation 12 Pattern Generator module merging 25 merging rules 26 probes configuring P6470 17 PC card connector TLA700 series 39 Phone number Tektronix xii Power cord identification chart 57 Power requirements benchtop mainframe 55 expansion mainframe 55 Power on diagnostics 61 Power on procedure benchtop mainframe 19 portable mainframe 19 TLA714 19 TLA720 19 Preventive maintenance 60 cleaning 60 disks floppy disk drive 61 LCD display 60 Probes configuring P6470 pattern generator probes 17 connecting LA probes TLA
11. LL ws pol ra D I D el PU UF Uy Uy Uy Uy yey yu U FU JU UY PO py Uy Py UB yu 1 o e O9 lo O o UD UL FL LF UB UL FLL PEE pais e ee He Le UL He ue E de LL l Figure 1 TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with one TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe 4 Place the EXPANSION 1 label in the outlined area on the upper right side of the expansion mainframe TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 3 Basic Installation When you install two expansion mainframes software determines which chassis is expansion 1 and which is expansion 2 by the order in which you install the expansion modules in the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe The expansion module in the lower numbered slot will be expansion 1 and the expansion module in the higher numbered slot will be expansion 2 5 For the setup in Figure 2 or Figure 3 place the EXPANSION 1 label in the outlined area on the upper right side of the expansion mainframe to the left of the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe or TLA715 Portable Mainframe Place the EXPANSION 2 label in the outlined area on the upper right side of the expansion mainframe to the right of the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe or TLA715 Portable Mainframe Expansion mainframe Expansion mainframe TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe ol nce rase CY em elo lp
12. M pOol y9r _ n Figure 2 TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with two TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes Expansion mainframe Expansion mainframe TLA715 Portable Mainframe Figure 3
13. Merging TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules Complete the following steps to create a merged module from any combination of two to five individual TLA7Axx and TLA7NAx modules 1 Place the module on the right side 2 Using a Torx T 10 screwdriver remove the two screws holding the merge connector to the module see Figure 18 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 27 Merging TLA700 Modules 28 Remove two screws Standoff posts Figure 18 Removing the merger connector assembly from the module 3 Gently lift the merge connector out of the slot and place it in the extended position such that the screw holes line up over the two standoff posts 4 Install the two screws into the standoff posts Tighten the screws to 4 in lbs 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 for the remaining modules NOTE When installing the merged modules into a mainframe you may need the help of another individual 6 Place the first pair of modules to be merged side by side such that the merge connector assemblies line up and connect between the two modules see Figure 19 7 Push the two modules together until the connectors are seated in place TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules 8 Add any additional modules to the set Figure 19 Connecting modules in a merged set CAUTION Ensure that the mainframe is powered off before installing or removing the modules Failure to
14. Optional Checking the P647x Pattern Generator Probes Optional Checking the TLA700 Mainframe Optional Backing Up User Files Connect the oscilloscope probes to the Probe Compensation connector on the front panel of the oscilloscope modules You can then run the Calibrate Probe function in each vertical setup page for the module Set up a simple pattern generator program to output a signal to the probes Connect an oscilloscope probe to the probe outputs and verify that the signal is present at the probe outputs To check the mainframe diagnostics not covered by the TLA Application software run the TLA700 Mainframe Diagnostics located under the Windows Start menu Start Programs Tektronix Logic Analyzer TLA Mainframe Diagnostics Exit the TLA Application before running the external diagnostics Back up your user files on a regular basis Use the Windows backup tools or copy the files to another media Always keep a backup copy of files that you access on a regular basis Removing the Replaceable Hard Disk Drive A 22 CAUTION To avoid permanently damaging the replaceable hard disk drive do not remove it while the instrument is powered on Always power down the instrument before removing the hard disk drive 1 Verify that the instrument is turned off 2 Remove the replaceable hard disk drive cartridge by depressing it to release the latch see Figure 16 on page 23 3 Pull on the replaceable hard disk drive
15. TLA715 Portable Mainframe with two TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 4 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Install the Expansion To connect the three cables from the expansion modules together complete the Cables following steps 1 Examine the gray expansion cable to determine if the connectors have labels If the connectors are not labeled apply the C labels to each connector Connect one end of the gray expansion cable to connector C of the expansion module on the expansion mainframe side Connect the other end of the gray expansion cable to connector C of the expansion module on the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe or TLA715 Portable Mainframe side Fasten the expansion cable connector to the expansion module by tightening the two hold down screws Examine the two blue expansion cables to determine if the connectors are labeled A and B a Ifthe cables are labeled A and B select the B cable and proceed to step 5 b Ifthe cables are not labeled select either blue expansion cable and label each connector with the B label Select the other cable and apply the A labels to each connector Connect one end of the blue expansion cable to connector B of the expansion module on the expansion mainframe side Connect the other end of the blue expansion cable to connector B of the expansion module on the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe or TLA715 Portable Mainframe side Fasten
16. all ratings and markings on the product Consult the product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product Connect the ground lead of the probe to earth ground only Powering Off The power cord provides Mains disconnect Do Not Operate Without Covers Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed Use Proper Fuse Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product Avoid Exposed Circuitry Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures If you suspect there is damage to this product have it inspected by qualified service personnel Do Not Operate in Wet Damp Conditions Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry Provide Proper Ventilation Refer to the manual s installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual V General Safety Summary Symbols and Terms Terms in this Manual These terms may appear in this manual WARNING Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life CAUTION Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property A A Terms on the Product These terms may appear on the product DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessib
17. analyzer module eee 16 Figure 13 Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Qx logic analyzer modules 17 Figure 14 Line fuse and power cord connector locations 19 Figure 15 TLA700 On Standby switch locations 20 Figure 16 Accessing the TLA700 replaceable hard disk drive 23 Figure 17 Location of modules in a merged system 27 Figure 18 Removing the merger connector assembly from the module ores rv p EXC D Y Rea CEU ane RU Ac 28 Figure 19 Connecting modules in a merged set 29 Figure 20 Installing the merged module set in the mainframe 30 Figure 21 Removing the cover 0c cece cece e cee eeeees 33 Figure 22 Feeding the merge cable through the cover 34 Figure 23 Seating the cover on the chassis Les 35 Figure 24 Lining up the two modules 0 000000 36 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual iii Table of Contents List of Tables Figure 25 Positioning the merge cable before installing the cover Figure 26 TLA715 Portable mainframe front panel Figure 27 TLA700 series external connectors ee Figure 28 Flash programming pins eere Figure 29 Power cord identification chart Lee Table i Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family documentation Table 1 Additional accessory connection inf
18. do so can damage the mainframe or the modules 9 Place the merged module set into the mainframe 10 Align the tops and bottoms of the modules with the slots in the mainframe see Figure 20 on page 30 You may need the help of another individual if your merged module set contains more than two modules TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 29 Merging TLA700 Modules Slide module set all the way in Latch in place Figure 20 Installing the merged module set in the mainframe 11 Slide the modules all the way into the mainframe until they rest against the rear panel connectors 30 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules 12 Use the injector handles to firmly seat the modules in place one at a time The merge cable assembly should allow enough play between two side by side modules to allow you to seat or unseat them individually 13 Tighten the four retaining screws on each module to 2 5 in lbs 14 After installing all of the modules power on the mainframe and complete the merge process listed under the Merged Modules tab in the System Configu ration dialog box Unmerging TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules Although you can unmerge modules from a merged set from within the TLA application without physically separating modules there will be situations when you have to physically unmerge the modules The following procedures provide the steps for unmergin
19. go to the Boot menu 3 Setthe Boot devices for your instrument as shown in Table 4 follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Table 4 Bios Boot settings for reinstalling software from the CD ROM Instrument TLA715 or TLA721 Setting ATAPI CD ROM Drive Removable Devices Hard Drive 4 Save the settings by pressing function key F10 and confirm that you want to save the new settings TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 43 Restoring and Reinstalling Software Load the Hard Disk Image Complete the following steps to load the Hard Disk Image 1 2 3 Insert the Hard Disk Image CD in the CD ROM drive Reboot the logic analyzer Review the license agreement If you agree to the terms of the license agreement proceed with the next step NOTE Use care when proceeding through the software license agreement Ensure that you make the proper selections 10 44 After you review the software license agreement a dialog box prompts you to either continue or cancel the upgrade process Click Continue to begin loading the hard disk image There is a warning that the contents of your hard disk will be destroyed if you choose to continue Click Yes to continue the process The program will automatically start and guide you through the rest of the procedure The image loading procedure is fully automatic and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete The image loading procedure
20. gt Programs gt Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt TLAScript PPI Online Help Select Help on the TLA7PG2 PPI from the Help menu for information on using the TLA Pattern Generator TLAVu and PatGenVu Software TLAVu and PatGenVu software applications provide you with the ability to view your TLA data offline on your own Microsoft Windows based PC TLA Documentation CD Additional documentation is available on the TLA Documentation CD that shipped with your instrument Release Notes To access the Logic Analyzer Release Notes click Start gt Programs gt Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt TLA Release Notes To access the Pattern Generator Release Notes click Start gt Programs gt Tektronix Pattern Generator gt Pattern Generator Release Notes Application Notes To access the Logic Analyzer Application Notes click Start gt Programs gt Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt Documentation gt TLA Application Notes TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual o T Merging TLA700 Modules This chapter describes how to merge TLA700 series logic analyzer and pattern generator modules to form wider modules that all operate from a single time base A merged logic analyzer module set consists of a master logic analyzer module and up to four slave logic analyzer modules that are physically connected together by a merge cable and are merged in software Review the guidelines under Logic Analyzer Module Merging Rules and then follow the
21. immediate left of a TLA7XM Expansion module See Figure 7 Key O O OJ oJ Tektronix O O ii BENCHTOP CONTROLLER QaccesseD O CO rw PC CO SLEEP CARD Og OTST n 1 U Key Conflict oJ BE B D QaccesseD D TLA721 TLA7XM TLA7Nx TLA7XM Benchtop Controller Expansion Module Logic Analyzer Module Expansion Module ji Key oJ oJ OJ a OJ OJ O pe O QaccesseD OaccesseD S i i A j sel leb TLA7Dx TLA7XM TLA7XM TLA7Nx Oscilloscope Module Expansion Module Figure 7 Module keys TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Expansion Module Logic Analyzer Module 11 Basic Installation 12 Covering Empty Slots If you have any unused empty slots in your mainframe install blank slot panel covers to meet EMC and cooling specifications Install a blank slot panel cover for each empty slot as shown in Figure 8 or 9 Use only Tektronix TLA covers otherwise the mainframe may not meet EMC and cooling requirements Make sure that the EMI shielding is in contact with the adjacent panel or module cover and that the
22. in Figure 11 through Figure 13 Logic Analyzer Module SS ie CFD e E c NR CS d L d 3 x Fa e Match color coded labels f Figure 11 Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7NAx logic analyzer module The P69xx probes are also compatible with TLA7Axx logic analyzer modules TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 15 16 Basic Installation L 0989d xtiuog Match color coded labels 4 Figure 12 Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7Axx logic analyzer module P68xx probes are also compatible with TLA7NAx logic analyzer modules TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation o FASE Match color coded labels TS a E Attach optional probe retainer brackets Figure 13 Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Qx logic analyzer modules Configuring and Some of the TLA Pattern Generator probes require series termination resistors to Connecting the Pattern provide impedance matching for the pattern generator and the target system Generator Probes Determine the impedance matching for your application and then refer to the TLA7PG2 Probe Instruction Manual for information about how to change the series termination resistors Always power down the logic analyzer before connecting the pattern generator probes to t
23. kit part numbers WARNING To avoid personal injury never lift or move a benchtop or expansion mainframe by yourself The size and weight of these mainframes requires two people to lift or move them Do not stack more then one expansion mainframe on top of a benchtop main frame or another expansion mainframe Always use a rackmount kit to ensure that the expansion mainframes are secure and will not fall Installing TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes A Install the Expansion Module If your logic analyzer does not contain any expansion mainframes skip this section Observe the following guidelines when installing expansion mainframes CAUTION Verify that all mainframes are powered off before continuing the installation procedure If you are installing more than two expansion main frames always use a rackmount kit Contact your local Tektronix representative for information on site considerations for multiple mainframes If you have a benchtop mainframe install the expansion module in any slot of the mainframe except 0 through 2 these slots are reserved for the benchtop controller module refer to Figure 1 on page 3 If you have only one expansion mainframe install the expansion module in slot 12 to keep the expansion cables out of your way If you are installing two expansion mainframes consider installing the two expansion modules next to the benchtop controller module to maximize the number of open slots as shown in Fi
24. mainframes operating at low line 90 VAC with four or more instrument modules may require the power cord with the 20 A plug See Appendix A Power Cord and Line Fuse Requirements for the Benchtop Mainframe for further information 4 Press the On Standby switch to turn on the mainframe see Figure 15 for the switch location 5 Wait for the mainframe to complete the power on self tests and start Windows TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 19 Basic Installation Turning on the TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes Turning off the Mainframes b Tektronix ILA 720 Logic Aaalyer Frey NEI RIESI E E BE DOO 3 OV PYeY eC j onlonlonlon la OE SG kakal La C Of O f Jo f Jo T O B5ob 5 o o o o 0000 Elfo g _ ak EEE 9 lle LLL anges 3 be JU U U U U CUDOOOOOOOOG BEL boca ahe T Figure 15 TLA700 On Standby switch locations The expansion mainframe automatically powers on when the connected benchtop or portable mainframe powers on If everything is properly connected and operational you will see the expansion mainframe and the installed modules in the
25. menu TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software 7 Click the proper lod for the selected module refer to Table 5 on page 52 if necessary NOTE Be sure to select the proper lod file for each module Note the slot number in the title bar so that you select the correct module for the lod file 8 Click OK You will be prompted to confirm your action click Yes NOTE The program will not allow you to load firmware to an incompatible module For example the program will not load oscilloscope firmware to a logic analyzer module 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 The program will load the firmware for each module one at a time The process may take several minutes per module When the firmware has been loaded for each module exit the firmware loader program and power down the logic analyzer You must power down the logic analyzer to allow the TLA application to start up properly Remove the logic analyzer module from the mainframe Locate the big label on the side of the module Record the firmware version that is printed on the label You will need this information to see that the firmware version matches the label Reinstall the module in the mainframe and power on the mainframe After the logic analyzer completes the power on diagnostics select System Properties from the System menu Click the module tab for example LA1 Verify that the fi
26. module set m The logic analyzer modules must have the same firmware version TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 25 Merging TLA700 Modules The maximum merged combinations are two TLA7Lx and TLA7Mx logic analyzer modules three TLA7Nx TLA7Px or TLA7Qx logic analyzer modules and five TLA7Axx and TLA7NAx logic analyzer modules TLA7Nx TLA7Px and TLA7Qx Logic analyzer modules cannot be merged with TLA7Lx and TLA7Mx Logic analyzer modules even if they are connected together TLA7Axx and TLA7NAx modules cannot be merged with TLA7Nx TLA7Px TLA7Ox TLA7Lx or TLA7Mx modules Any combination of TLA7Axx and TLA7NAx modules up to five can be merged To merge a logic analyzer module to an established merged set the established merged set must first be unmerged through software Unmerged modules are the only potential candidates to add to a merged configuration TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Module Merging Rules The following pattern generator module merging rules must be followed Merge Procedure 26 A Pattern generator modules are merged through software no physical connection is required Pattern generator modules must be physically adjacent Pattern generator modules may not be merged across mainframes Merging pattern generator modules with unequal memory depths will result in the merged set assuming the depth of the shallowest pattern generator module Pattern generator modules must have the sa
27. obtain service under this warranty Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period If Tektronix is unable to provide a replacement that is free from defects in materials and workmanship within a reasonable time thereafter Customer may terminate the license for this software product and return this software product and any associated materials for credit or refund THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TEKTRONIX RESPONSIBILITY TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE MEDIA OR REFUND CUSTOMER S PAYMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Pre AEN Table of Contents General Safety Summary ccc cece cece cece ence cece v Service Safety Summary cece cece cere cece eee cees vii Preface ciu rugiada WONG E ERRE Sarees ia aE ix TLA700 Series Logic Analyzers 11 0 0 cece cece eee eee ix Related Documentation xi Contacting Tektronix 2 3 sini goe rons i a Ce eae ee xii Basic Installation iris li ala 1 Check th Shipment pitti et A Ti go ups Ma da MR pte tu 1 Environmental Consid
28. steps to physically connect the modules together before installing the modules in the mainframe A merged pattern generator module set consists of a master pattern generator module and up to four slave pattern generator modules merged in software Review the guidelines under TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Module Merging Rules on page 26 before installing the modules in the mainframe Logic Analyzer Merging Rules The following logic analyzer module merging rules must be followed m Only modules with 102 or 136 channels can be merged m Logic analyzer modules must be in adjacent slots and physically connected m Logic analyzer modules cannot be merged across mainframes m Merging logic analyzer modules with unequal memory depths will result in the merged modules assuming the depth of the shallowest module m Merging logic analyzer modules with unequal speeds will result in the merged modules assuming the speed of the slowest module m When merging logic analyzer modules of unequal channel widths use the logic analyzer module with the highest number of channels as the master module If there is a second slave module the first slave must have greater than or equal the number of channels as the second slave module Slave 3 cannot have more channels than the master slave 1 or slave 2 Slave 4 cannot have more channels than the master slave 1 slave 2 or slave 3 See Figure 17 on page 27 to determine the location of the master module with the merged
29. the expansion cable connector to the expansion module by tightening the two hold down screws Connect one end of the blue expansion cable to connector A of the expansion module on the expansion mainframe side Connect the other end of the blue expansion cable to connector A of the expansion module on the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe or TLA715 Portable Mainframe side Fasten the expansion cable connector to the expansion module by tightening the two hold down screws TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 5 Basic Installation Chassis Ground Connections Use the chassis ground connections to connect the grounds of the target system system under test to the logic analyzer to ensure a common ground connection between instruments see Figure 4 ground screw from the logic analyzer The safety ground screw must always be in fh WARNING To reduce the risk of an electrical shock do not remove the safety place to ensure proper grounding of the power supply to the logic analyzer Chassis ground p gt 9 al je 00 0 00 00 00 Safety ground screw 95 oo oo oo ooo OOO OOO OO 0 TLA721 Benchtop ee EE Eee mainframe only INI O i1 C2 le Figure 4 Location of the ground connection on the TLA700 logic analyzers 6 TLA
30. version of either software package installed on your PC the Setup exe program will uninstall the application before installing the new version If you are prompted for permission to remove unused shared files or any read only files select Yes to All NOTE You may also want to refer to the TPI or PPI online help for configura tion instructions for the TPI and PPI client software 46 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software Installing the TLAVu and PatGenVu Software on a PC TLAVu application software and the PatGenVu application software allow you to view data and create setups for your logic analyzer or pattern generator on a PC You must ensure that the versions of the software are the same as that of TLA and PatGenVu applications The TLAVu and PatGenVu application software are located on Disc 2 of the Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family Application Software set Complete the following steps to update the application software on your PC 1 Install Disc 2 of the Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family Application Software in the CD ROM drive of the PC 2 Click Run in the Windows Start menu to display the Run dialog box 3 To install the TLAVu software enter D TLAVu Setup exe in the Run dialog box 4 To install the PatGenVu software enter D PatGenVu Setup exe in the Run dialog box 5 Click OK to perform the installation Follow any on screen instructions 6 Ifyou have an ear
31. 3 5 inch floppy disk head cleaning kit for routine maintenance Perform the routine maintenance as follows Clean the face of the floppy disk drive monthly with a dampened cloth CAUTION Do not allow moisture to enter the disk drive When power is applied the internal components can be damaged Clean the head monthly following the instructions provided with the head clean ing kit In Case of Problems Review the following sections if you encounter any problems with your instrument Detailed troubleshooting procedures are available in the service manuals for your logic analyzer product For addtional help contact your local Tektronix Service Representative Diagnostics The logic analyzer runs power on diagnostics every time you power on the instrument You can view the results of the diagnostics by selecting Calibration and Diagnostics from the System menu You can run more detailed diagnostics by selecting Extended diagnostics Here you can run all tests loop on one or more tests or loop on a test until a failure occurs TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 61 Appendix B User Service Procedures Software Problems Hardware Problems Before running the extended diagnostics disconnect any attached probes TLA Mainframe Diagnostics The TLA mainframe diagnostics program is a stand alone application These diagnostics check the operation of the mainframe beyond the basic PC circuitry These diagnostics also
32. 700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Installing TLA700 Modules This section describes how to install modules in your TLA700 mainframe modules while the instrument is powered on Always power down the instrument CAUTION To avoid damaging the instrument do not install or remove any before installing or removing modules Logical Address Switches Every module in the instrument must have a unique logical address no two modules can have the same address Use the two rotary switches on the rear panel of the modules to select the logical address see Figure 5 The factory default switch setting is FF Dynamic Auto Configuration With dynamic logical address auto configuration the instrument automatically sets the address to an unused value Normally you would not want to change the default settings However you can set the address to a fixed static logical address value You can select any static addresses between 01 and FE hexadecimal 1 to 254 decimal If you set the logical address switches to any other setting than FF you must verify that no two modules or devices share the same address NOTE Do not set any module to logical address 00 Logical address 00 is reserved exclusively for the controller TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 7 Basic Installation Least significant digit
33. 700 series 15 Problems hardware 62 software 62 Product support contact information xii TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Index R Registration card 1 Reinstalling software 42 PatGenVu 47 Pattern Generator application software 45 PPI software 46 TLA application software 45 TLAVu software 47 TPI software 46 Removing the hard disk drive 22 Repacking for shipment 62 Repair service 59 Requirements site consideration 1 Rules for merging modules 25 S Service mainframe diagnostics 62 Service offerings 59 calibration and repair service 59 warranty repair service 59 Service support contact information xii Service user preventive maintenance 60 Setting the logical address 7 Shipping 62 Slot covers 12 fillers 12 Software installing 41 PatGenVu 47 Pattern Generator application software 45 PPI software 46 TLA application software 45 TLAVU software 47 TPI software 46 mainframe diagnostics 62 problems 62 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Static logical address 7 T Technical support contact information xii Tektronix contacting xii Three way merge procedure 37 TLA700 Series logic analyzer description ix TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe installing 2 installing the expansion cables 5 installing the expansion module in a benchtop mainframe 2 Trigger system external signal 39 Troubleshooting 61 Two way merge procedure 32 U Upgradin
34. E Do not twist the cable while feeding it through the hole If the cable is twisted the modules will not merge correctly TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 33 Merging TLA700 Modules Remove screws 2 Merge cable bracket Merge cable Figure 22 Feeding the merge cable through the cover 10 Turn the merge cable bracket over so that the guide pins point up 11 Place the bracket over the merge cable connector 12 Install the two screws that hold the merge cable bracket in place CAUTION To prevent damage to the module during the installation process reinstall the cover exactly as described in steps 14 through 19 If the cover is not properly seated the module can be damaged when you install it in the mainframe and it will not meet EMC requirements 34 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules 13 Replace the logic analyzer module cover 14 Push forward on the cover so the tab on the front edge of the cover inserts into the rear of the front subpanel Make sure that the cover is fully seated no gaps against the front and rear chassis flanges Make sure tab inserts into slot on rear of front panel Leave no vertical gap Figure 23 Seating the cover on the chassis 15 While holding the cover in place install the screws at the front of the module two on the top and two on the bottom to secure the cover to the chassis 16 Install the scr
35. G IN N bod Lo 00090 EH a Keyboard AC I l JE EXTERNAL SIG OUT LPT printer port TLA721 Benchtop mainframe front view Figure 27 TLA700 series external connectors 40 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual RO Ae Restoring and Reinstalling Software Most of the software comes factory installed when you receive your logic analyzer You only need to refer to this section if you reinstall your software These instructions only refer to reinstalling the application software and operating system If you want to upgrade to a newer application software version and operating system contact your local Tektronix representative about purchasing the TLA7UP field upgrade kit This section also provides informa tion on installing related logic analyzer software on a PC for remote operation or for offline applications NOTE If you install or reinstall software on a remote PC make sure that the software version matches that of the main application on the logic analyzer Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image A Backing Up Files CAUTION The software installation procedure using the Hard Disk Image CD will overwrite the entire contents of your hard disk If you want to save files or software applications from the hard disk back them up to another media a second hard disk drive CD or network drive before continuing with this procedure The Tektr
36. Installation Manual Tektronix TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer 071 1235 01 Warning The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only To avoid personal injury do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so Refer to all safety summaries prior to performing service www tektronix com Copyright Tektronix Inc All rights reserved Licensed software products are owned by Tektronix or its suppliers and are protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions Use duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph c 1 ii of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252 227 7013 or subparagraphs c 1 and 2 of the Commercial Computer Software Restricted Rights clause at FAR 52 227 19 as applicable Tektronix products are covered by U S and foreign patents issued and pending Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously published material Specifications and price change privileges reserved Tektronix Inc 14200 SW Karl Braun Drive Beaverton OR 97077 TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix Inc TLAVu PatGenVu and MagniVu are trademarks of Tektronix Inc HARDWARE WARRANTY Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of shipment
37. TLA Application System window NOTE You must have a module installed in the expansion mainframe before the expansion mainframe appears in the TLA Application System window To turn off the mainframes press the On Standby switch on the mainframe Both the portable and benchtop mainframes have a built in soft power down function that safely powers down the mainframe when you press the On Standby switch The expansion mainframes automatically power down when you turn off the benchtop or portable mainframe Performing the Incoming Inspection 20 Incoming inspection consists of verifying the basic operation of the logic analyzer The power on diagnostics check the basic functionality The diagnos tics run every time you turn on the logic analyzer You can also verify more detailed functionality by running the self calibration and extended diagnostics TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation NOTE Allow the mainframe and modules to warm up for 30 minutes before running the self calibration To run self calibration and diagnostics perform the following 1 Disconnect any probes attached to the modules 2 Select the System menu and click Calibration and Diagnostics 3 Run the self calibration and then the extended diagnostics by selecting the proper tab Results of the tests display on the individual property page To run self calibration and external diagnostics for a pattern generator
38. a tag to the mainframe or module showing the owner s name and address the serial number and a description of the problem s encountered and or service required Always include the module and the probes so that the entire unit can be tested When packing an instrument for shipment use the original packaging If it is unavailable or not fit for use contact your Tektronix representative to obtain new packaging TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Index A Accessories connecting TLA700 series 13 Address Tektronix xii Air flow 12 Application PatGenVu 24 TLAVu 24 Autoconfiguration module 7 C Calibration service 59 Chassis ground location 6 Cleaning 60 LCD display 60 Configuring P6470 pattern generator probes 17 Connecting accessories TLA700 series 13 LA probes TLA700 series 15 Connectors external TLA700 series 39 Contacting Tektronix xii Cover plate installation 12 Customer registration card 1 D Diagnostics 61 mainframe 62 documentation xi Dynamic autoconfiguration 7 E Expansion cables installing 5 Expansion module installing in a benchtop mainframe 2 in a portable mainframe 3 Extended diagnostics 61 External signal connectors TLA700 series 39 External connectors 40 F Firmware Upgrading 48 Front panel controls TLA715 Portable Mainframe 39 functional test 21 Fuse requirements TLA700 series 18 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manu
39. ainframe page 11 If you intend to merge the modules refer to the merging modules rules on page 25 If you are not merging the modules follow these guidelines Install a single module in slots 3 4 Place a double width slot cover over slots 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 m When installing two or more logic analyzer modules with different amounts of memory install the module with the largest memory in slots 3 4 Install the module with the lower memory in slots 5 6 Place double width slot covers over the empty slots m When installing a logic analyzer module with an oscilloscope module install the logic analyzer module in slots 3 4 and the oscilloscope module in slots 5 6 Place double width slot covers over slots 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 Use a screwdriver to tighten the retaining screws to 2 5 in lbs after seating the modules in place See Figure 6 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 9 Basic Installation Portable mainframe Retaining screws Injector ejector handles Figure 6 Installing modules 10 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Module Keys Pay careful attention to the module keys when installing the modules Each module has a key that only allows certain modules to be installed next to other modules For example you can install a TLA7Dx Oscilloscope module to the left of a TLA7XM Expansion module but you cannot install a TLA7Nx Logic Analyzer module to the
40. airflow shutter activation arms protrude through the holes in the blank slot panel CY NNN AS vi Al ILE LS J SSS Double slot panel cover z ff Lo S Figure 8 Installing panel covers on the TLA715 Portable Mainframe EMI shielding strip SA gt e Sj gt gt Single slot panel cover Double slot panel cover d ia Figure 9 Installing panel covers on the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Connecting Accessories After installing the mainframes and modules you can connect the accessories such as monitors keyboard and mouse Connecting Accessories The connection points are shown in Figure 10 Use the icons that appear in the to the TLA700 Series circled areas as a guide Icon Description LJ Primary video BY Secondary Z video AANS ERAS S IOIO RS 232 MIN Printer USB Mouse is Keyboard Floppy on disk drive PC card 3 E LAN or other I Ny Figure 10 TLA700 series accessories connections TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 13 Basic Installation Additional Accessory Connection Information Connecting Probes N 14 NOTE Only TLA715 721 instruments have both primary and secondary video
41. al Fuse requirements benchtop mainframe 57 expansion mainframe 57 G General maintenance 59 Ground chassis 6 safety 6 Guidelines for merging modules 25 H Hard disk drive removal 22 image installing 41 reformatting 42 Hardware problems 62 Incoming inspection checking the mainframe 22 performing 20 Installing expansion cables 5 expansion mainframe 2 expansion module in a benchtop mainframe 2 in a portable mainframe 3 software 42 PatGenVu 47 PPI software 46 TLA application software 45 TLAVu software 47 TPI software 46 L LA module See Logic analyzer Logic analyzer chassis ground connections 6 description x installing software 41 merge cable location 32 merging 25 merging rules 25 63 Index probes connecting LA probes TLA700 series 15 reinstalling software 41 site considerations 1 TLA700 Series description ix Logical address module 7 setting 7 Mainframe configuring P6470 pattern generator probes 17 connecting accessories TLA700 series 13 connecting LA probes TLA700 series 15 cooling requirements 12 diagnostics 62 equipment required to merge modules 32 fuse location TLA700 series 18 fuse requirements for the benchtop mainframe 55 for the expansion mainframe 55 TLA700 series 18 incoming inspection 20 merging modules rules 25 module installation in the benchtop mainframe 9 in the expansion mainframe 11 in the portable mainframe 8 keying
42. automatically installs and sets up the logic analyzer application You do not need to make any changes to the setup to use the logic analyzer After the image is loaded remove the CD from the CD ROM drive and reboot the logic analyzer The Systems Settings Change error message displays prompting you to restart the instrument before your changes can take effect Click Yes to restart the instrument Restore any user files that you backed up previously Reinstall any software such as the microprocessor support packages that you want to use on the logic analyzer If desired reconfigure the TLA network interface TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software Reinstalling the TLA Application Software and the Pattern Generator Application Software Complete the following steps to reinstall the current version of the TLA application software or the pattern generator application software Use these steps as a first resort to recovering from application software problems If you still experience problems with the software after completing these steps follow the instructions under Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image beginning on page 41 While using this procedure you will be asked to log on as Administrator The logic analyzer is initially set up to automatically log on as Administrator with no password so you may not see the login prompt If the network setups have been changed on your instrument
43. cartridge to remove it from the chassis TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation S Q SAAS Figure 16 Accessing the TLA700 replaceable hard disk drive Connecting Probes to the Target System The logic analyzer connects to the target system through probes The logic analyzer probes allow you to connect to the target system in several different ways For probe specific connection details refer to the appropriate probe instruction manual available on the TLA Documentation CD or the Tektronix Web site TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 23 Basic Installation Additional Information 24 For a quick overview of your Tektronix logic analyzer refer to Product Overview beginning on page 39 For detailed information on using the logic analyzer refer to the Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family User Manual or to the TLA online help To access main online help go to the Help menu or click the toolbar buttons shown TLA Waveform 1 E 2 x File Edit View Data System Window Help SR SI 9 sis ide mE Al Click for Topic help Click for What s This help on selected object TPI Online Help Select Help on TPI from the Help menu for information on using the TLA Programmatic Interface TLAScript Online Help TLAScript is a script that works with TPI Select Help from the menu bar within the TLAScript application To start TLAScript select Start
44. check the front panel knobs of the portable mainframe Checkit Utilities The CheckIt Utilities is a separate application located in the Windows Start Programs menu Start gt Programs gt CheckIt Utilities The diagnostics check the basic PC operations of the controller Your logic analyzer comes with most software installed Before running any of the diagnostics check the online release notes to verify that the logic analyzer software is compatible with the module firmware Many software problems can be due to corrupted or missing software files In most cases the easiest way to solve software problems is to reinstall the software and follow the on screen instructions Refer to Restoring and Reinstalling Software beginning on page 41 for instructions on reinstalling or upgrading software If you are certain that you have installed the logic analyzer correctly run the extended diagnostics located under the System menu to identify any problems If your logic analyzer powers up so that you have access to the desktop run the CheckIt Utilities software to identify possible controller hardware problems You can also run the external TLA mainframe diagnostics to identify problems not covered by other diagnostics The TLA mainframe diagnostics are located under the Start menu under the Tektronix Logic Analyzer programs Repacking for Shipment 62 If a mainframe or module is to be shipped to a Tektronix service center for repair attach
45. d file for each module Note the slot number in the title bar so that you select the correct module for the lod file Table 5 TLA firmware files Module type lod file TLA7NAx logic analyzer modules TLA7NAx lod TLA7Axx logic analyzer modules TLA7Axx lod TLA7Nx TLA7Px TLA7Qx logic analyzer modules TLA7NPQ lod TLA7Lx and TLA7Mx logic analyzer modules TLA7LM lod TLA7Dx and TLA7Ex oscilloscope modules FirmwareDSO lod TLA720 Benchtop controller module TLA720 lod 15 Click OK You will be asked to confirm your action click Yes when prompted NOTE The program will not allow you to load firmware to an incompatible module The program will load the firmware for each module one at a time The process may take several minutes per module 16 When the upgrade is complete exit the program 17 Turn off the logic analyzer and disconnect the power cord 18 Remove the module from the instrument and remove the jumper from the Flash programming pins on the rear of the module Keep the jumper for future updates 19 Locate the big label on the side of the module 20 Record the firmware version that is printed on the label You will need this information to see that the firmware version matches the label 21 Reinstall the module in the mainframe and power on the mainframe 22 After the logic analyzer completes the power on diagnostics select System Properties from the System menu 23 Click the module tab for example LA1
46. e Incoming Inspection 0 0 eee eee eee eee eee 20 Checking Logic Analyzer Probes Optional 00 eee eee 21 Checking the P624x Oscilloscope Probes Optional 22 Checking the P647x Pattern Generator Probes Optional 22 Checking the TLA700 Mainframe Optional 00 0005 22 Backing Up User Files 0 ccc cece cee nnn 22 Removing the Replaceable Hard Disk Drive 0 0005 22 Connecting Probes to the Target System 0 0 0 cee eee eee eee ee 23 Additional Information 0 0 ccc eee cee eens 24 Merging TLA700 Modules eee Inn 25 Logic Analyzer Merging Rules 0 0 cece cece eee een 25 TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Module Merging Rules 26 Merge Procedure s vu gl nears EA Ba Sea ana 26 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual i Table of Contents Merging TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 27 Unmerging TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 31 Merging TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Ox Logic Analyzer Modules 32 Two Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure 0 2 0 e eee eee 32 Three Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure 0 00000 e eee 37 Storing the Logic Analyzer Module Merge Cable 37 Product Overview iranica aiar 39 Front Panel Controls pis vr oo Se eile GN ee VENT Ee es 39 TLA700 Series External Connectors
47. e the following procedure to merg two logic analyzer modules For informa tion on merging three modules see Three Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure on page 37 CAUTION Static discharge can damage any semiconductor component in the logic analyzer module Discharge the static voltage from your body by wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap while performing the merge procedure Perform the following steps to merge two modules 1 Ifyou have not already done so power off the mainframe and remove the modules that you want to merge together 2 Determine which module will be designated as the slave module and which module will be the master module 3 Lay the slave module on the right side as viewed from the front panel gt Remove the screws from the module cover with a screwdriver with a T 10 Torx tip refer to Figure 21 on page 33 Remove the screws near the front of the module Remove the screws holding the merge cable bracket to the cover Remove the top part of the cable bracket and set it aside 9 n Ap Remove the module cover and locate the merge cable TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules Merge cable bracket 3 Remove screws 2 Remove screws 4 RENE 4 i Module cover NS Remove screws 8 Chassis Figure 21 Removing the cover 9 Replace the cover while feeding the merge cable through the hole in the cover see Figure 22 NOT
48. ed will not display in the System window 9 Exit the pattern generator application and the TLA application 10 Click Start gt Programs Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt TLA Firmware Loader 11 Select the modules that you want to update from the list of modules displayed in the Supported list box near the top of the window This selects the modules for the upgrade 12 If you are upgrading more than one module at a time note the slot location of the module in the selection box TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 53 Restoring and Reinstalling Software 54 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Select Load Firmware from the Execute menu Select the tla7pg2 lod file for the selected module if necessary navigate to the C Program Files Tektronix Pattern Generator Firmware folder Click OK You will be prompted to confirm your action click Yes The program will load the firmware for each module one at a time The process may take several minutes per module When the upgrade is complete exit the program Power down the mainframe and disconnect the power cord Remove the module from the instrument and remove the jumper from the Flash programming pins on the rear of the module Keep the jumper for future updates Locate the big label on the side of the module Record the firmware version that is printed on the label You will need this information to see tha
49. ell as other services that are designed to meet your specific service needs Whether providing warranty repair service or any of the other services listed below Tektronix service technicians are well equipped to service the logic analyzers Services are provided at Tektronix Services Centers and on site at your facility depending on your location Tektronix warrants this product as described in the warranty statements at the front of this manual Tektronix technicians provide warranty service at most Tektronix service locations worldwide The Tektronix product catalog lists all service locations worldwide In addition to warranty repair Tektronix Service offers calibration and other services that provide cost effective solutions to your service needs and quality standards compliance requirements Our instruments are supported worldwide by the leading edge design manufacturing and service resources of Tektronix to provide the best possible service Protect the instrument from adverse weather conditions The instrument is not waterproof Do not store or leave the instrument where the LCD display will be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time CAUTION To avoid damage to the instrument do not expose it to sprays liquids or solvents TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 59 Appendix B User Service Procedures Preventive Maintenance 60 Cleaning the Flat Panel Display N Exterior Surfaces
50. epacking for Shipment sserpieiyrert ipi tetr iri tatkipi inir Eri 62 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Table of Contents List of Figures Figure i TLA715 Portable Mainframe 000 ix Figure ii TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with a TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe eee nnn x Figure 1 TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with one TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe cece cece eee cee ee nnn 3 Figure 2 TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with two TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 0 cee ce cece ec enn nnn 4 Figure 3 TLA715 Portable Mainframe with two TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 0c cee ce reece enne 4 Figure 4 Location of the ground connection on the TLA700 logic analyz ts ese sin rx e ale aos a V X ROCA OUS 6 Figure 5 Logical address switches set to address FF 8 Figure 6 Installing modules leere 10 Figure 7 Module keys cc cece cece cece ec ecececeeeees 11 Figure 8 Installing panel covers on the TLA715 Portable Mainframe ccc cece cree ce enhn hh hn n 12 Figure 9 Installing panel covers on the TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe 0 ccc cece e reece reece reece eee aa 12 Figure 10 TLA700 series accessories connections 13 Figure 11 Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7NAx logic analyzer module 15 Figure 12 Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes to the TLA7Axx logic
51. erations eese 1 TLA715 Portable Mainframe Site Considerations 2 TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe and TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe Site Considerations zi ec ceva thew er o te ck waa Aes 2 Installing TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 0000008 2 Install the Expansion Module 0 0 eee cece eee ee eee 2 Install the Expansion Cables 0 cece cece eee eee 5 Chassis Ground Connections 6 Installing TLA700 Modules 0 0 LL 7 Logical Address Switches 1 0 0 cece ccc tence eee eee 7 Merging Modules wos cos ceva img e d tectae red ae waa dea nia 8 Installing Modules in the TLA715 Portable Mainframe 8 Installing Modules in the TLA721 Benchtop or TLA7XM Expansion Mean ita ees quietos deus heo pln ine eben ri 9 ADIAC ccm 11 Covering Empty Slots 0 2 a eha tae k ie aen eee nen eee 12 Connecting Accessories LL 13 Connecting Accessories to the TLA700 Series 0 0 00 0 eee ee 13 Additional Accessory Connection Information 000 14 Connecting PIODES oic esa sehe rk i e n 14 Connecting Probes to the Logic Analyzer Module 15 Configuring and Connecting the Pattern Generator Probes 17 First Time Operation 0 eee eee eee ence eens 18 Turning the Logic Analyzer On 18 Turning on the TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 20 Turning off the Mainframes L LL 20 Performing th
52. ews near the front of the module 17 Slide the rear panel on the chassis and install the rear panel screws TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 35 Merging TLA700 Modules 18 Install the top and bottom rear screws 19 Check and tighten all screws 20 Place the master module adjacent to the slave module so that the two guide pins from the slave module line up with the guide pin holes in the master module p 5 Kx Guide pins MB P sa f P di S per Z 4B N a I O i x _ dr 3 S Ca NM d n o inca Li nen M S o Na I 9 C Sx Master module Slave module eA Figure 24 Lining up the two modules 21 Gently push the two modules together so that the merge connector of the slave module merges with the connector on the master module 22 Slide the modules all the way into the mainframe until they rest against the rear panel connectors 23 Use the injector handles to firmly seat the modules in place one at a time 24 Tighten the four retaining screws on each module to 2 5 in Ibs 36 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules Three Way Logic Analyzer The following procedure is used for merging three logic analyzer modules Merge Procedure together to form a merged set with a higher logic analyzer channel count In a three way merge TLA7Nx TLA7Px and TLA7Qx logic analyzer modules only the master mod
53. formation needed to install your Tektronix logic analyzer and related accessories To prevent personal injury or damage consider the following requirements before attempting service m The procedures in this manual should be performed only by qualified service personnel m Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary found at the beginning of this manual Be sure to follow all warnings cautions and notes in this manual TLA700 Series Logic Analyzers The TLA700 series logic analyzers are comprised of a portable mainframe benchtop mainframe expansion mainframe Figure i and Figure ii and all of the accessories and supports that can be used with them The logic analyzers are built upon the Windows operating system which allows you to install any PC compatible third party hardware and software on the instrument The TLA700 series logic analyzers combine high performance logic analyzer and pattern generator modules with optional application modules or an external Tektronix oscilloscope Figure i TLA715 Portable Mainframe TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual ix Preface Several logic analyzer modules are available in various combinations of channel width state speed and memory depth All of the logic analyzer modules provide simultaneous state and timing measurements through a single probe For a complete list of accessories refer to the online help Expansion mainframe
54. g firmware 48 URL Tektronix xii User service general maintenance 59 preventive maintenance 60 V Video output in a TLA715 721 14 in a TLA714 720 14 primary and secondary 14 W Warranty repair service 59 Web site address Tektronix xii 65 Index 66 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual
55. g the modules CAUTION Ensure that the mainframe is powered off before installing or removing the modules Failure to do so can damage the mainframe or the modules 1 Power off the mainframe before removing the modules from the mainframe 2 Loosen the four retaining screws on each module 3 Use the ejector handles to disengage each module in the merged module set from the mainframe 4 With the assistance of another individual slide all of the merged modules out of the mainframe and place them on a static free working surface 5 Gently separate the modules one at a time from the merged module set 6 Lay the modules on their right sides 7 Remove the two Torx T 10 screws that hold the merge cable assembly to the module 8 Place the merge cable assembly into the recessed position 9 Install the two Torx T 10 screws onto the assembly and tighten the screws to 4 in lbs 10 Repeat steps 7 through 9 for the other modules You can now reinstall the modules in the mainframe as needed TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 31 Merging TLA700 Modules Merging TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Qx Logic Analyzer Modules A Two Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure A 32 Use the following procedures to physically merge the logic analyzer modules together CAUTION Ensure that the mainframe is powered off before installing or removing the modules Failure to do so can damage the mainframe or the modules Us
56. gic Analyzer Installation Manual xi Preface Contacting Tektronix xii Phone Address Web site Sales support Service support Technical support 1 800 833 9200 Tektronix Inc Department or name if known 14200 SW Karl Braun Drive P O Box 500 Beaverton OR 97077 USA www tektronix com 1 800 833 9200 select option 1 1 800 833 9200 select option 2 Email techsupport tektronix com 1 800 833 9200 select option 3 6 00 a m 5 00 p m Pacific time This phone number is toll free in North America After office hours please leave a voice mail message Outside North America contact a Tektronix sales office or distributor see the Tektronix web site for a list of offices TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual y Basic Installation This chapter describes all of the steps needed to install your Tektronix logic analyzer and its related accessories It is written from the perspective that you purchased most of the items uninstalled and you intend to install all of the pieces If you purchased a logic analyzer with modules already installed you should still review this chapter and perform the steps that apply to your situation Check the Shipment Check that you have received all of the parts of your logic analyzer that you ordered Also check the following m That you have the correct power cords for your geographical area m That you have the correct probes and modules m That you
57. gure 2 on page 4 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation If you have a TLA715 Portable Mainframe install the expansion module in any slot If you install one or two expansion mainframes you can install the expansion module in slot 1 as shown in Figure 3 on page 4 You can configure up to four expansion mainframes with the TLA715 Portable Mainframe and up to ten expansion mainframes with a TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe To install the expansion module complete the following steps 1 Ifthe expansion module is not already installed in slot 0 of the expansion mainframe install it now CAUTION To avoid damaging the chassis do not use the retaining screws to seat the expansion module These screws are intended for securing the module and reinforcing the grounding 2 Seat the expansion module by pushing it into place 3 Use a screwdriver to tighten the retaining screws maximum of 2 5 in Ibs Benchtop mainframe Expansion mainframe elo Zire elo ET js
58. have all the standard and optional accessories that you ordered Fill out and return the customer registration card that is packaged with this manual Environmental Considerations Read this section before installing the logic analyzer This section describes site considerations power requirements and ground connections for your logic analyzer CAUTION Allow a 5 1 cm 2 in clearance on each side 2 54 cm 1 in at the bottom and 10 16 cm 4 in at the back of the instrument to ensure proper cooling Inadequate clearances can cause the instrument to overheat and shut down TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 1 Basic Installation TLA715 Portable Mainframe Site Considerations TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe and TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe Site Considerations N You can use the TLA715 Portable Mainframe on a bench or on a cart in the normal position on the bottom feet You can also use the logic analyzer while it rests on the rear feet If you use the instrument while it is resting on the rear feet make sure that you properly route any cables connected to the rear of the instrument to avoid damaging them The TLA721 Benchtop and TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes are designed to operate on a bench or in a rackmount environment If you need to stack more than two benchtop and expansion mainframes install the mainframes in a rack Please refer to the online help under Standard and Optional Accessories for rackmount
59. he logic analyzer and to the target system TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 17 Basic Installation First Time Operation ZN Turning the Logic Analyzer On 18 Use the information in this section to turn on the logic analyzer for the first time CAUTION Connect the keyboard mouse and other accessories before applying power to the logic analyzer Connecting the accessories after turning on the logic analyzer can damage the accessories Follow these steps to turn the logic analyzer on Check that the line fuse is correct for your application See Table 2 2 Connect the power cord See Figure 14 on page 19 3 Ifyou have an external monitor connect the power cord and turn on the monitor Table 2 TLA700 series line fuses Line voltage Rating Tektronix part number Portable mainframe 90 V to 132 V operation 159 0046 xx 207 V to 250 V operation 159 0381 xx Benchtop mainframe 90 V to 132 V operation 159 0379 xx 103 V to 250 V operation 159 0256 xx 207 V to 250 V operation 159 0381 xx TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation AC power and fuse Figure 14 Line fuse and power cord connector locations CAUTION To avoid overloading the power distribution system if you have four or more modules in your mainframe you must determine the correct fuse and power cord combination Although the benchtop mainframe can use the power cord with the 15 A plug
60. k image If you don t have a copy of the microprocessor support software contract your Tektronix Account Manager to order a replacement copy If you cannot contact the account manager contact the Tektronix Support Center refer to Contacting Tektronix on page xii at the beginning of this document NOTE You can reinstall the Microsoft Windows operating system and other software only from the Hard Disk Image CD that came with your instrument These software applications are licensed and cannot be reinstalled by any other method without violating the license agreements The SnagIt and Checklt Utilities are also available on the Tektronix application CD This procedure removes all files and software from the hard disk installs the operating system software and installs the Tektronix Logic Analyzer application software Because this procedure removes all files and software from the hard disk drive be sure to back up what you want to keep by following the steps in the previous section CAUTION To avoid losing user files on your hard disk back them up before proceeding TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software Change the BIOS Boot Settings Before installing the Hard Disk Image you may need to change the BIOS settings to enable booting the logic analyzer from the CD ROM 1 Restart the logic analyzer and then press function key F2 to enter the BIOS setup 2 Inthe BIOS setup
61. le as you read the marking WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product Symbols on the Product The following symbols may appear on the product A A CAUTION WARNING Protective Ground Refer to Manual High Voltage Earth Terminal Mains Disconnected Mains Connected OFF Power ON Power Standby vi TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual etTT i EmMmEeEBE Service Safety Summary Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures Read this Service Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service procedures Do Not Service Alone Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is present Disconnect Power To avoid electric shock switch off the instrument power then disconnect the power cord from the mains power Use Care When Servicing With Power On Dangerous voltages or currents may exist in this product Disconnect power remove battery if applicable and disconnect test leads before removing protective panels soldering or replacing components To avoid electric shock do not touch exposed connections TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual vii Service Safety Summary viii TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual E Preface This manual contains all in
62. lier version of the TLAVu or PatGenVu applications installed on your PC the respective Setup exe programs will uninstall the old application before installing the new version If you are prompted for permission to remove unused shared files or any read only files select Yes to All NOTE The ReadMe file for the TLAVu application contains most of the information that you need to run the application Access the ReadMe file by selecting Start Programs Tektronix Logic Analyzer TLA Documenta tion TLAVu ReadMe or Start Programs Tektronix Pattern Generator gt Pattern Generator Documentation PatGenVu ReadMe TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 47 Restoring and Reinstalling Software Upgrading or Restoring Firmware Upgrading Firmware on TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Logic 48 Analyzer Modules You may have to upgrade the firmware on the logic analyzer or on individual modules if the firmware version is not compatible with the TLA application software version This will be indicated by one or more messages one per module when you start the logic analyzer The most current firmware for the TLA application software resides in a file on the hard disk of the logic analyzer Although the firmware update procedures are similar there are some key differences between the Tektronix Logic Analyzer products and are therefore listed as separate procedures If you have mixed modules within your TLA700 mainframe re
63. line fuse for your mainframe Table 6 Power for instrument modules Module type Power Watts Mainframe 100 TLA721 Benchtop Controller 70 TLA7XM Expansion Module 20 TLA7AA1 50 TLA7AA2 75 TLA7AA3 100 TLA7AA4 125 TLA7AB2 15 TLA7AB4 125 TLA7NA1 45 TLA7NA2 70 TLA7NA3 95 TLA7NA4 120 TLA7Q2 51 TLA7Q4 75 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 55 Appendix A TLA721 Mainframe Power Information Table 6 Power for instrument modules Cont Module type TLA7P2 TLA7P4 TLA7NI TLA7N2 TLA7N3 TLA7N4 TLA7L1 TLA7L2 TLA7L3 TLA7L4 TLA7M1 TLA7M2 TLA7M3 TLA7M4 TLA7D1 TLA7D2 TLA7E1 TLA7E2 TLA7PG2 Power Watts 50 74 45 58 71 82 55 73 94 109 57 76 99 116 80 111 90 121 110 1 Power for benchtop mainframe and expansion mainframe with fans operating at maximum speed For power usage in the unshaded region of Figure 29 use either the power cord with the 15 A plug two parallel prongs and ground or the power cord with the 20 A plug two perpendicular prongs and ground 56 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Appendix A TLA721 Mainframe Power Information For high power usage combined with low input line voltages shaded region use only the power cord with the 20 A plug Select the proper fuse based on the ranges shown in Figure 29 Power Cord with 20A plug NEMA 5 20P ONLY Power Cord with 15A plug NEMA 5 15P Power Cord with 20A plug NEMA 5 20P
64. lyzer Reconnect the power cord and then power on the logic analyzer Wait for the TLA application to start NOTE Any modules with the flash programming jumper installed will not display in the System window 9 50 Exit the TLA application and pattern generator application if you have it installed on your instrument TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Restoring and Reinstalling Software Flash programming pins gl O c E Figure 28 Flash programming pins 10 Click Start gt Programs Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt TLA Firmware Loader 11 Select the modules that you want to update from the list of modules displayed in the Supported list box near the top of the window This selects the modules for the upgrade 12 If you are upgrading more than one module at a time note the slot location of the module in the selection box 13 Select Load Firmware from the Execute menu 14 Click the proper lod file for the selected module refer to Table 5 if necessary The lod files are located in the C Program Files TLA 700 Firm ware directory TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 51 Restoring and Reinstalling Software 52 NOTE Be sure to select the proper lo
65. me firmware version When merged the left most pattern generator module is the master Complete the following steps to create a merged module from two or more individual modules You must complete these steps prior to installing the modules in a mainframe CAUTION To avoid damaging the mainframe or any modules always power off the mainframe before removing or installing modules TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Merging TLA700 Modules 1 Determine which modules will reside in the highest numbered slots in a single mainframe 2 Place the merge connector of these modules in the extended position The module in the lowest numbered slot must have the merge connector in the recessed position Use Figure 17 as a guide for determining the location of the master module with the merged module set Even though Figure 17 shows a five module set you can still use the illustration to position the master module with respect to the slave module For example if you have a two module set the master module is located in the lower numbered slot and the slave module is in the higher numbered slot AMmMm lt gt To wmc rago mmHAulo xm ma p r o omc rgo Figure 17 Location of modules in a merged system
66. onix Logic Analyzer comes with a CD containing the Microsoft Windows operating system and the latest application software The process of reloading the software on the hard disk will destroy any files or programs installed on the hard disk Before loading the Hard Disk Image software make sure that you back up any files and personal documents to an external storage device You can find most TLA user files using the Windows Search utility For example open Windows Explorer and select the C drive Right click the drive and select Search Enter one of the suffixes from Table 3 to locate the files in the current folder and all subfolders you may want to search for other file suffixes depending on the files installed on your logic analyzer TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual A Restoring and Reinstalling Software Installing the Operating System and TLA Application Software A 42 Table 3 TLA user file suffixes Suffix Description tla TLA setup files sf TLA symbol files tbf Tektronix binary format tls TLA script file tpg Tektronix pattern generator files txt Tektronix TLA data exchange format files Stk Stack files Spz Protocol files Once you find the files copy them to the external storage device Use this procedure to find any files or applications that you may want to save If you purchased any microprocessor support packages you need to reinstall the application after you reinstall the hard dis
67. ont edge of the cover into the rear of the front subpanel Make sure that the cover is fully seated and there are no gaps between the front and rear chassis flanges refer to Figure 23 on page 35 While holding the cover in place install the screws nearest the front of the module to secure the cover to the chassis Install the screws near the front of the module Slide the rear panel on the chassis and install the rear panel screws Install the top and bottom rear screws Install the merge cable bracket so that the guide pins point into the module Install and tighten the screws on the merge cable bracket Verify that you have installed and tightened all screws on the module TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Se ESSEN Product Overview This chapter describes the product controls and connectors of the logic analyzers Refer to the online help for detailed operating information for the logic analyzer Front Panel Controls You can use the front panel controls to operate most of the TLA715 portable mainframes see Figure 26 You can also attach an external keyboard monitor and mouse to operate the logic analyzers The TLA721 Benchtop Mainframes do not have front panel controls and require an external keyboard monitor and mouse Changes the value in a selected _7 Moves the display pointer box such as sample rate or N d and selects objects memory depth With a cursor T selected the knob controls cursor po
68. ormation Table 2 TLA700 series line fuses ccc eee eee eee Table 3 TLA user file suffixes 2 0 0 cc cece ccc cece eens Table 4 Bios Boot settings for reinstalling software from the CD ROM dirlo ellerre eiae 38 39 40 51 57 xi 14 18 42 43 52 55 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual lTriyu r e_N General Safety Summary Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it To avoid potential hazards use this product only as specified Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures While using this product you may need to access other parts of the system Read the General Safety Summary in other system manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system To Avoid Fire or Use Proper Power Cord Use only the power cord specified for this product and Personal Injury certified for the country of use Connect and Disconnect Properly Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source Ground the Product This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord To avoid electric shock the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground Before making connections to the input or output terminals of the product ensure that the product is properly grounded Observe All Terminal Ratings To avoid fire or shock hazard observe
69. outputs Table 1 provides additional information on accessories Table 1 Additional accessory connection information Item Description Monitor Ensure that you connect your monitor to the Primary Video port not the Secondary Video port If you use a non standard monitor you may need to change the the Windows display settings to achieve the proper resolution Printer Connect the printer to the ECP connector directly If your printer has a DB 25 connector use the adapter cable that came with your logic analyzer to connect to the ECP connector Rackmount TLA721 Benchtop Mainframes and the TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes can be installed in rackmount kits Refer to the respective rackmount kit instructions for installation information After you have connected all the accessories you can connect the probes to the instrument Refer to the appropriate section for your instrument For additional information on the individual probes refer to the instructions that accompanied your probes CAUTION When attaching probes to the logic analyzer you must use care to evenly tighten probe screws until they are snug First slightly tighten screws then snug each screw to 4 in lbs max Under tightening the probe screws can result in intermittence Over tightening can result in stripped screws TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Basic Installation Connecting Probes to the Connect the logic analyzer probes as shown
70. perform the following 1 Select the Pattern Generator System menu and click Calibration and Diagnostics 2 Run the self calibration and then the extended diagnostics by selecting the proper tab Results of the tests display on the individual property page NOTE The time required to run the self calibration on the logic analyzer modules depends on the number of acquisition channels Modules with a large number of channels may take several minutes to run the self calibration Checking Logic Analyzer Connect the logic analyzer probes to a signal source start an acquisition and Probes Optional verify that the acquired data is displayed in either the listing or waveform windows You can also use the Activity Indicators in the logic analyzer Setup window to view signal activity at the probe tips Functional Test To perform a functional test on your logic analyzer probes use a NEX PROBETESTER2 from Nexus Technology Follow the procedure listed for a functional test in the NEX PROBETESTER2 manual For more informa tion see the Nexus Technology Web site at www busboards com NOTE If you connect probes to any channels other than the A2 and A3 groups you must define channel groups containing those channels in the LA Setup window before you can view data from those channels in the Listing or Waveform windows TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 21 Basic Installation Checking the P624x Oscilloscope Probes
71. rmware version for the selected module matches the version on the label that you recorded in step 12 If the firmware versions do not match power down the mainframe remove the module from the mainframe and update the label TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 49 Restoring and Reinstalling Software Upgrading Firmware on Complete the following steps to upgrade the module firmware on the TLA7Lx TLA7Lx Mx Nx Px Qx TLA7Mx TLA7Nx TLA7Px or TLA70x logic analyzer modules and the Dx 7Ex Modules TLA7Dx or TLA7Ex oscilloscope modules These modules require you to install a jumper on the rear of the module before you can upgrade the firmware 1 Note which of the modules that may require new firmware If any modules are missing from the System window you can verify the status of the modules by doing the following steps a Select System Properties in the System menu b Click the Modules tab c Note the information under the Messages column for any installed modules If any modules indicate invalid or similar messages you must update the firmware for those modules Turn off the logic analyzer and disconnect the power cord Remove the modules from the logic analyzer Refer to Figure 28 on page 51 and locate the flash programming pins on the rear of each module Install a jumper on the flash programming pins use one of the spare jumpers that came with your logic analyzer Reinstall the module s in the logic ana
72. sition Does not scroll data c ODG Scrolls data verticali M o O Sooo Scrolls data horizontally CJOOCOC QooOo CI Oc C C C 9C9 C9 C CO CO CO C Changes the height of selected waveform grass i Changes Time Div in x WO C EJC MC E JC 36 dI Waveform window only the Waveform window Figure 26 TLA715 Portable mainframe front panel TLA700 Series External Connectors The mainframe external connectors are shown in Figure 27 The following connections are available m System Trigger In and System Trigger Out used to receive or send a trigger from to an external source m External Signal In and External Signal Out used to receive or send a signal from to an external source m Accessory connections TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 39 Product Overview PC cards 2 Q SYSTEM TRIG IN SYSTEM TRIG OUT gt COM port L e Primary video EXTERNAL SIG IN gt EXTERNAL SIG OUT 1 Secondary video LPT printer port TLA715 Portable mainframe rear view m f oro heme Indicator nono PC cards 2 OL CD ROM Disc COM port Floppy drive Ea o E Secondary video Primary video gt LL Hard disk drive USB SYSTEM TRIG IN Mouse SYSTEM TRIG OUT EXTERNAL SI
73. t the firmware version matches the label Reinstall the module in the mainframe and power on the mainframe After the instrument completes the power on diagnostics select System Properties from the System menu Click the module tab for example PG1 Verify that the firmware version for the selected module matches the version on the label that you recorded in step 20 If the firmware versions do not match power down the mainframe remove the module from the mainframe and update the label TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual e yt1 r c_coInci Appendix A TLA721 Mainframe Power Information The benchtop and expansion mainframes come with two power cords and three fuses one fuse is already installed CAUTION You must determine the correct fuse and power cord for your configuration This is important to avoid overloading the power distribution system and ensures that you comply with the National Electrical Code The power consumption depends on the number and type of instrument modules installed in the mainframes Table 6 lists the power consumed for each module To determine the total power consumption perform the following steps 1 2 3 4 Use Table 6 to determine the power consumption for each module Add the power for each module to determine the total power consumption Determine at which line voltage you will be operating Refer to Figure 29 on page 57 to determine the proper power cord and
74. th other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TEKTRONIX RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES SOFTWARE WARRANTY Tektronix warrants that the media on which this software product is furnished and the encoding of the programs on the media will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three 3 months from the date of shipment If a medium or encoding proves defective during the warranty period Tektronix will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective medium Except as to the media on which this software product is furnished this software product is provided as is without warranty of any kind either express or implied Tektronix does not warrant that the functions contained in this software product will meet Customer s requirements or that the operation of the programs will be uninterrupted or error free In order to
75. tly rub the display surface Avoid using excess force or you may damage the plastic display surface Clean the exterior surfaces with a dry lint free cloth or a soft bristle brush If dirt remains use a cloth or swab dampened with a 75 isopropyl alcohol solution A swab is useful for cleaning in narrow spaces around the controls and connectors Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the instrument TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual Appendix B User Service Procedures CAUTION 7o avoid damaging the instrument follow these precautions Avoid getting moisture inside the instrument during external cleaning and use only enough solution to dampen the cloth or swab Do not wash the front panel On Standby switch Cover the switch while washing the instrument Use only deionized water when cleaning Use a 75 isopropyl alcohol solution as a cleanser and rinse with deionized water Do not use chemical cleaning agents they may damage the instrument Avoid chemicals that contain benzene toluene xylene acetone or similar solvents Floppy Disk Drive The floppy disk drive requires routine maintenance to operate at maximum efficiency The disks can be damaged if dirt and dust accumulate on the recording surfaces To prevent damage the disks should be properly stored in their protective containers where they will not be exposed to dust or dirt In addition you must clean the head periodically You will need a
76. ule is in the center Slave module 1 is to the right of the master module Slave module 2 is on the left of the master module as shown in Figure 17 on page 27 CAUTION Static discharge can damage any semiconductor component in the logic analyzer module Discharge the static voltage from your body by wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap while performing the merge procedure Perform the Two Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure beginning on page 32 Perform the following steps to merge the second slave module 1 Lay the two merged module set on its right side as viewed from the front panel 2 Follow the procedure beginning on page 32 to merge the second slave module to the left of the center master module Storing the Logic Analyzer Perform the following steps to store the logic analyzer merge cable inside the Module Merge Cable logic analyzer module 1 Use the screwdriver with the T 10 Torx tip to remove the screws that hold the merge cable bracket in place Remove the merge cable bracket Remove the screws from the side cover and rear cover Push the merge cable through the side cover and remove the cover NE EE ER Position the merge cable as shown in Figure 25 TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual 37 Merging TLA700 Modules 38 Figure 25 Positioning the merge cable before installing the cover 10 11 12 13 Push forward on the cover so that you insert the tab on the fr
77. view the procedures for each of the modules before beginning the upgrade Use the following procedure to upgrade the firmware for the TLA7Axx TLA7NAx Series Logic Analyzer Modules 1 Note which modules require new firmware If any modules are missing from the System window you can verify the status of the modules by doing the following steps a Select System Properties from the System menu b Click the Modules tab c Note the information under the Messages column for any installed modules If any modules indicate invalid or similar messages you must update the firmware for those modules 2 Exit the logic analyzer application 3 Click Start gt Programs Tektronix Logic Analyzer gt TLA Firmware Loader 4 You may be prompted to cycle the power on the mainframe after completing the upgrade operation Click Yes to continue The logic analyzer will scan the mainframe to determine which modules are installed and which modules can have their firmware upgraded If you have any older modules you may see them listed in the bottom half of the window These modules cannot be updated until you install the flash jumper on the rear of the modules 5 Select the modules that you want to update from the list of modules displayed in the Supported list box near the top of the window If you are updating more than one module at a time note the slot location of the module in the selection box 6 Select Load Firmware from the Execute

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