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Complimentary Reference Material This PDF has been made available as a complimentary service for you to assist in evaluating this model for your testing requirements. TMG offers a wide range of test equipment solutions, from renting short to long term, buying refurbished and purchasing new. Financing options, such as Financial Rental, and Leasing are also available on application.
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TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual This document supports TLA System Software Version 5.00 and above. 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.
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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.
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In order to 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.
Appendix A: User Service Procedures ................General Care ....................Self Calibration ....................Preventive Maintenance..................In Case of Problems ..................Repacking for Shipment ..................Appendix B: Accessories and Options ................Standard Accessories ..................Optional Accessories ..................Options......................Index TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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Table of Contents List of Figures Figure i: TLA5000 series logic analyzer............... Figure 1: Location of the ground connection..............Figure 2: Accessory connections ................. Figure 3: Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes ............Figure 4: Power cord connector location ................
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present. Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible 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. The following symbols may appear on the product: TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Union’s requirements according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com). Mercury Notification. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
Be sure to follow all warnings, cautions, and notes in this manual. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzers The TLA5000 series logic analyzers consist of four portable logic analyzer mainframes, which differ by channel width, and all of the accessories and supports that used with them.
Complete list of TLA product specifications TPI.NET Documentation Detailed information for controlling the logic analyzer using .NET Field upgrade kits Upgrade information for logic analyzer products Optional Service Manuals Self-service documentation for modules and mainframes viii TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Basic Installation This chapter describes all of the steps needed to install your Tektronix logic analyzer and its related accessories. Check the Shipping List Check that you have received all of the parts of your logic analyzer using the shipping list. Also check the following: That you have the correct power cords for your geographical area.
After installing the mainframe, you can connect accessories such as an external monitor, keyboard, and printer. Connect the accessories to the side of the instrument; depending on your model, the number of connectors and locations may differ. (See Figure 2.) TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Basic Installation Figure 2: Accessory connections Additional information on accessories is provided. (See Table 1.) TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
4 in-lbs (max). Undertightening the probe screws can result in intermittent performance. Over tightening can result in stripped screws. Connect the logic analyzer probes and the optional retaining brackets as shown. (See Figure 3.) TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Figure 3: Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes First Time Operation 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. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
3. Turn on the logic analyzer as follows: a. Press the On/Standby switch on the front of the instrument to turn on the logic analyzer. (See Figure 4.) b. Wait for the logic analyzer to complete power-on self-tests and start Windows. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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 or browse the Tektronix Web site. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Basic Installation Additional Information Product Overview provides a quick overview of your Tektronix logic analyzer. (See page 9.) For detailed information on using the logic analyzer refer to the TLA online help. Release Notes. To access the Logic Analyzer Release Notes, click Start →...
(See Figure 2 on page 3.) Use the four front panel BNC connectors to send signals between the logic analyzer and other instruments. For example, use the iView cable to connect the logic analyzer to an oscilloscope. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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7. Press the F10 function key to exit and save the BIOS setup. Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image The Tektronix Logic Analyzer comes with CDs containing the Microsoft Windows operating system and the latest application software. All software required to run...
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 at the beginning of this document). NOTE.
5. Reinstall any user files that you backed up previously. Reinstall any software (such as the microprocessor support software) to use on the logic analyzer. 6. If desired, reconfigure the TLA network interface. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
To use all of the features of the TLA application software on your PC, you must install additional third-party software. The following third-party software is available on the TLA Application Software CD V5.0, or higher: TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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The TLA Offline software allows you to run the TLA application without connecting to an instrument. You can analyze previously acquired data from a logic analyzer, create or modify reference memories, or perform system tests without being connected to an instrument. TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Appendix A: User Service Procedures This appendix describes high-level service information and procedures for the Tektronix logic analyzers. Additional troubleshooting procedures are located in the service manual. General Care Protect the instrument from adverse weather conditions. The instrument is not waterproof.
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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, store the disks in their protective containers where TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
Other Diagnostic Software. Other diagnostic software may be installed on your instrument and accessible from the Windows Start menu. This diagnostic software may vary depending on your instrument. Use the online help that comes with TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual...
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Complete the following steps to start the TLA server: 1. On the logic analyzer, click Start → Programs → Tektronix Logic Analyzer → TLA Server. An icon with a red circle appears in the toolbar.
On/Standby switch. Check that fans start and that front-panel indicators light. Check that power is available at the power source. Instrument failure: contact your local Tektronix service center. External monitor does not turn on. Check the monitor power cord connection.
Repacking for Shipment If a mainframe or module is to be shipped to a Tektronix service center for repair, attach 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.
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