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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Index Preface ......................2 1 Features of the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer ..........3 1.1 Package Contents.................... 3 1.2 Introduction ...................... 5 1.3 Hardware Specifications................... 8 1.4 System Requirements ..................9 1.4.1 Operating System Requirements ............9 1.4.2 Hardware System Requirements............
  • Page 3: Preface

    This Quick Start Guide is designed to help new and intermediate users navigate and perform common tasks with the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer. Despite its simple packaging and interface, the Logic Analyzer is a sophisticated measurement and analysis tool. It is also a highly sensitive electrical current sensing device.
  • Page 4: Features Of The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer

    In this chapter, users will learn about the package contents, description, hardware specifications, system requirements, and safety issues of the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer. Though this chapter is purely informative, we highly recommend reading this carefully to ensure safety and accuracy when performing any operation with the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer. Package Contents Verify the package contents before discarding packing materials.
  • Page 5 Fig. 1-3: Probes (varied depending on models) Fig. 1-4: USB Cable Fig. 1-6: Driver CD Fig. 1-5: Getting Started Guide Fig. 1-7: 1-Pin External Clock Wire Fig. 1-8: 2-Pin Ground Wire (White) (Black) The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 4...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    LAP-322000U-A all share the same external features as illustrated in the following figures. Fig. 1-9: A view of the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer LAP-A Series. see Fig 1-12 for detailed information on the Signal Connectors. Fig. 1-10: Side view of the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer, which draws its power from the USB connection.
  • Page 7 Fig. 1-11: The above illustration demonstrates how the Base Stand Support may be adjusted. Gently pull the plate away from the analyzer, rotate it 90° and release it. Fig. 1-12: Rear view of the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer LAP-A Series. Port A: A0 ~ A7...
  • Page 8 RUN icon in the window or clicking the START button Start (Out) on the device, the R_O will send a Rising Edge signal of DC3.3V. When the Logic Analyzer finishes uploading, a falling edge signal is sent. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 7...
  • Page 9: Hardware Specifications

    Trigger Level 1 Level Trigger Count 1-65535 Max Trigger Page Max 8191 Enable Channel Buses Data Start: Edge and Pattern Enable Delay End: 1-65535 16 Channel Compression 24 Channel Compression 1-255 Compression 1-255 The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 8...
  • Page 10: System Requirements

    1.4.1 Operating System Requirements In this sub-section, we share our experiences testing the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer on the following Microsoft Windows operating systems. Since the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer requires operating system support of the USB protocol, Windows 95r2 and earlier OS versions are incompatible.
  • Page 11: Device Maintenance And Safety

    Cleaning Use a soft, damp cloth with a mild detergent to clean. Do not immerse or spray any liquid on the Zeroplus Logic Analyzer.. Do not use harsh chemicals or cleaners containing substances such as benzene, toluene, xylene or acetone.
  • Page 12 After reading this section, users should have a basic grasp of the Logic Analyzer. A complete understanding of the Safety and Care Recommendations section is a critical prerequisite of any further operation as presented in the User Manual. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 11...
  • Page 13: Installation

    USB devices, the Logic Analyzer application and driver software must be installed prior to connection of the hardware. The following steps illustrate an installation of a Zeroplus LAP-32128U-A Logic Analyzer. The other two models mentioned in Chapter 1 would follow identical procedures.
  • Page 14 The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 13...
  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    (Fig.2-3). Fig. 2-3 Step 1 - Plug the thin male end of the USB cable into the laptop or PC. Step 2 - Plug the square female end into the logic analyzer. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 14...
  • Page 16 For further information, refer to the Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) chapters in the User Manual. Fig. 2-6: An assembly of Laptop, Logic Analyzer, and a testing board. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 15...
  • Page 17: Tips And Advice

    If the signal connector does not work well with the pins on the test board, try using the supplied probes. Fig. 2-7: Probes supplied with the Zeroplus. 3. Usages of probes 3-1. Take the loose end of the cable and insert it into the clip.
  • Page 18 The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide The Logic Analyzer will connect to the Zeroplus server for software updates if an internet connection is available. Unwanted signals can be filtered out using the Enable or Enable Delay functions. When measuring for a long period, Compression makes memory more efficient.
  • Page 19: Flow Of Software Operation

    The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Flow of software operation The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 18...
  • Page 20: Introduction To Logic Analysis

    Task 1. Clock Source (Frequency) and RAM Size set up Step 1. Click icon or Click Sampling Setup from Bus/Signal on the menu bar, the dialogue as shown in Fig 3-1 will appear. Fig 3-1 – Clock Source The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 19...
  • Page 21 Tip: The External Clock is applied when the frequency of the oscillator on the tested board is less then 100MHz. Connect the output pin of oscillator on the tested board to the CLK pin of Logic Analyzer as shown in Fig 3-3. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 20...
  • Page 22: Task 2. Trigger Properties Setup

    Available 16 channels Disable Task 2. Trigger Properties Setup Step 1. Click icon or Click Properties from the Trigger on the Menu Bar. The dialogue will appear as shown in Fig 3-4. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 21...
  • Page 23 Tool Bar or Click the pull down menu of the Trigger Count on the Trigger Properties dialogue as shown in Fig 3-5 The system will be triggered where the Trigger Count is set as shown in Figs 3-6,3-7 and Fig 3-8. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 22...
  • Page 24 Figs 3-9,3-10 and 3-11. The page numbers selected will be displayed on the screen. Tip: The Trigger bar (T bar) will not be displayed when the set up of the Trigger page is more than 1 The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 23...
  • Page 25 Trigger Delay the Tool Bar. The system will display the wave start. Tip: The formula of Delay Time and Clock is “ Trigger Delay Time = Trigger Delay Clock * (1/ Frequency)”. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 24...
  • Page 26 Fig 3-13 – Trigger Position 0% Fig 3-14 – Trigger Position 10% Fig 3-15 – Trigger Position 70% Step 6. Click OK to confirm the setup and exit the Trigger Properties dialogue. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 25...
  • Page 27: Task 3. Signal/Bus Trigger Edge Setup

    Logic Analyzer to acquire the repetitive Data, and then click the stop icon to end the repetitive run. Tip: Click icon to view all the data, and then select the wave analysis tools to analyze the waves. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 26...
  • Page 28 Tip: If the status stays displays “Waiting…” with no signal output as shown in Fig 3-20, click the stop icon to end the run, check the setup again, and try the run process again. Fig 3-20 – Waiting Status The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 27...
  • Page 29: Bus Logic Analysis

    1,2,3,4,5 which are located on column A and row Bus1. Click them, to become purple, to set these segments of signals. 3. Click OK to get the result as shown in 0 area 1. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 28...
  • Page 30 Trigger of the Menu bar, the dialogue window as shown in Fig. 3-24 will appear. Fig 3-24 – Bus Trigger Setup Tip: or double click on trigger column of the bus as shown in Fig 3-25. The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 29...
  • Page 31 Set Value is 5E as Hexadecimal, and set Operator equal to “= =”, then click OK, Click run and activate the signal from the tested board to the system to get the result as the trigger happens on 0X5E. Fig 3-26 – Bus Trigger Setup The Zeroplus Logic Analyzer Installation Guide Page 30...
  • Page 32 Best Measure . Best Quality www.zeroplus.com.tw Instrument Sales Department 3F., No.121, Jian Ba Rd., Chung Ho City, 6F., No.265, Wuling Rd., North District, Taipei County 235, Taiwan, R.O.C. Hsinchu City 300, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel: +886 2-6620-2225 #212 Effie, #223 Anthony...

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