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Ellisys USB Explorer 260
Getting Started Guide
Version 1.0.0
November 22, 2007
Ellisys ● Chemin du Grand-Puits 38 ● CH-1217 Meyrin Geneva ● Switzerland
www.ellisys.com
support@ellisys.com

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  • Page 1 Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Version 1.0.0 November 22, 2007 Ellisys ● Chemin du Grand-Puits 38 ● CH-1217 Meyrin Geneva ● Switzerland www.ellisys.com ● support@ellisys.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 7: Technical data ................22 Analyzer Characteristics ..................22 Generator Characteristics ................... 22 Requirements ....................22 Specifications....................22 Chapter 8: Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions......24 Coverage ......................24 Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 2 of 26...
  • Page 3 November 22, 2007 Excluded Products and Problems................24 Obtaining Warranty Service ................24 Limitations ....................... 25 Severability ...................... 25 Warranty Period ....................26 Governing Law ....................26 Jurisdiction; Venue .................... 26 Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 3 of 26...
  • Page 4 Figure 3 - Connecting only one Device Under Test ..............10 Figure 4 - Wrong connection with more than one DUT ............. 11 Figure 5 - Correct connection with more than one DUT using a Hub........... 12 Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 4 of 26...
  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Starting Out

    Chapter 1: Starting out Introduction The Ellisys USB Explorer 260 is a sophisticated protocol test system for USB traffic monitoring, driver and software stack debugging, protocol compliance verification and performance analysis. The EX260 can reduce your R&D development time by finding issues early and debugging more efficiently, and can improve quality and reliability by verifying compliance to the specifications.
  • Page 6: Common Terms

    Test through analyzer's Link Under Test connectors. The Host Under Test can be any host including a PC, an embedded computer, a PDA or even a custom piece of equipment acting like a USB host. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 6 of 26...
  • Page 7: Front And Back Panels Of The Unit

    (in red when detected in output) To Host From Device Under Test Under Test To Computer To Auxiliary equipment like the Trigger board Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 7 of 26...
  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Connecting The Unit As Protocol Analyzer

    Chapter 2: Connecting the unit as protocol analyzer Introduction The Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Analyzer is a non-intrusive USB protocol analyzer that can connect on any link between any host controller and device. InterChip USB is supported with an optional analysis probe that connects directly on the USB link between the embedded host and device on a PCB board.
  • Page 9: Figure 2 - Configuration With Only One Computer

    The following diagram shows how to use the analyzer with only one computer. Host Under Test and Analysis computer USB Explorer 260 Analyzer Figure 2 - Configuration with only one computer Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 9 of 26...
  • Page 10: Connecting A Device Under Test For Analysis

    - The total length of the red and purple cables must not exceed 3 meters. A greater length could result in an abnormally high error rate on the bus being analyzed. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 10 of 26...
  • Page 11: Figure 4 - Wrong Connection With More Than One Dut

    The Figure 4 shows an incorrect connection: the USB mouse is connected 'above' the analyzer. Figure 4 - Wrong connection with more than one DUT Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 11 of 26...
  • Page 12: First Data Acquisition

    Follow these steps to proceed with your first data acquisition: 1. Connect the USB analyzer to the analysis computer as demonstrated in the section entitled Connecting the unit as protocol analyzer Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 12 of 26...
  • Page 13: Ellisys Usb Explorer 260

    5. Congratulations! You have just used the analyzer to record your first data acquisition. You can now read the USB Analysis Software User's Manual to fully benefit from all the available power in the analysis software. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 13 of 26...
  • Page 14: Chapter 3: Connecting The Unit As Packet Generator

    Generator as host, a Device Under Test and an Analyzer. As the Explorer 260 Generator is powered by the USB bus, the power supply for the Device Under Test must be supplied by an external power supply on the B connector of the Generator, as displayed in the figure above.
  • Page 15: Ellisys Usb Explorer 260

    The second part can be replaced by an external 5VDC power supply. This is convenient to control the power supply with the desired voltage. The external power supply is not supplied by Ellisys. The figure below illustrates the two-parts power cable.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Generator As Device

    Host Under Test, a Device Under Test, a Generator for Inline Error Injection and an Analyzer. Analysis computer Host Under Test USB Explorer 260 USB Explorer 260 Analyzer Generator Device Under Test Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 16 of 26...
  • Page 17: Chapter 4: Drivers And Software Installation

    These user manuals describe how to install the software & drivers and how to operate the units. The manuals are available on the supplied installation and documentation CD-ROM and on the Ellisys website. Please refer to these manual for more information.
  • Page 18: Chapter 5: Frequently Asked Questions

    Chapter 5: Frequently Asked Questions General What is the Ellisys USB Explorer 260? The Ellisys USB Explorer 260 is an advanced multifunction USB protocol test system capable of: analyzing any USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 link, including OTG and IC-USB...
  • Page 19: Generator

    I saw a suspect behavior of my device with my Ellisys' analyzer, but I am unable to reproduce the same conditions to verify whether the error is fixed.
  • Page 20: Hardware

    Which packets light up the Activity indicator? DATA packets light up the Activity indicator for around ten milliseconds. In a busy bus case, this indicator blinks rapidly. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 20 of 26...
  • Page 21: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

    Why can't I run the analysis software installation file? The analysis software installation file requires Microsoft Windows Installer 2.0 or higher. Updated files are available from the download site: http://www.usbexplorer.com/download.php Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 21 of 26...
  • Page 22: Chapter 7: Technical Data

    Analyzed data is stored in a highly optimized format Analyzed data is downloaded in real time through USB 2.0 High-speed connection Front-panel Indicators Power: analyzer powered on Activity: traffic detected Trigger: trigger event detected Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 22 of 26...
  • Page 23 The motherboard supports more than 5 Gbps of throughput Product Warranty Two years warranty Ellisys reserves itself all rights to change product features and specifications without notice. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 23 of 26...
  • Page 24: Chapter 8: Limited Warranty Terms And Conditions

    If Ellisys is unable to repair or replace the product, it will refund the current value of the product at the time the warranty claim is made. In no event shall Ellisys' liability exceed the original purchase price of product.
  • Page 25: Limitations

    LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT OR FOR APPLICATIONS IN WHICH THE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCTS WOULD CREATE A SITUATION IN WHICH PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IS LIKELY TO OCCUR. ELLISYS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE DEATH OF ANY PERSON OR ANY LOSS, INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY...
  • Page 26: Warranty Period

    These conditions and terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of Switzerland. Jurisdiction; Venue The parties consent to the exclusive personal jurisdiction of, and venue in, the District Court of Geneva, Switzerland. Ellisys USB Explorer 260 Getting Started Guide Page 26 of 26...

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