Agilent Technologies LogicWave User manual

Agilent Technologies
LogicWave
Installation Guide
Publication number E9340-97002
December 2000
For Safety information, Warranties, and Regulatory information,
see the pages behind the index.
© Copyright Agilent Technologies 1994-2000
All Rights Reserved

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In This Book
This book:
• Shows how to install and care for the LogicWave logic analyzer.
• Describes the LogicWave specifications and characteristics.
See Also The online help for information on using LogicWave.

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Contents
In This Book
1 Setting Up LogicWave
Installing LogicWave 6
Step 1. Connect the logic analyzer to a host computer (PC) 7
Step 2. Connect the power cable 8
Step 3. Turn on power 9
Step 4. Install software 10
Step 5. Start the LogicWave user interface 11
Step 6. Connect probe cables 13
Step 7. Probe the device under test 14
Step 8. Make measurements 15
Caring for LogicWave 16
To clean the instrument 16
2 Specifications and Characteristics
Specifications 19
Characteristics 20
General 20
Timing Analysis 20
State Analysis 21
Triggering 21
Probes 21
Operating Environment 22

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Contents

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Setting Up LogicWave
Shows how to install the Agilent Technologies LogicWave logic analyzer
and provides instructions on caring for the instrument.

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Chapter 1: Setting Up LogicWave
Installing LogicWave
Installing LogicWave
This section provides instructions for setting up the LogicWave logic
analyzer and connecting it to a device under test.
The logic analyzer user interface requires a host computer (PC) with
the following characteristics (or better):
•Pentium 90 MHz
•Windows 95/98/NT/2000
•16MB RAM
•10MB available space on the hard disk drive
•Available parallel port (no pass-through devices installed)
•Available LPT1 peripheral device designator
The host computer (PC) running the logic analyzer interface can be
either powered on or off. The interface software is installed on the PC.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 1. Connect the logic analyzer to a host
computer (PC)
1Connect the small end of an HP C2946A parallel port printer
cable to the PARALLEL connector on the rear panel of the logic
analyzer
2Connect the large end of the printer cable to the PC’s parallel
port.
3Apply power to the PC if it is not turned on.
To ensure the PC’s parallel port is properly configured, interrupt the
PC’s boot process by pressing [ F2 ] on the keyboard. Scroll down to
the parallel port configuration and observe the current parallel port
data transfer mode. Ensure either Enhanced Capabilities Port (ECP),
Byte, or Nibble mode is selected (Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) mode
will not work). If none of the correct transfer modes is selected, you
need to change the transfer mode according to the instructions for
your PC.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 2. Connect the power cable
CAUTION: Use only the supplied power supply (HP F1044B) and cord. Failure to use the
proper power supply could result in equipment damage.
1Connect the power cord to the power supply input.
2Connect the power supply output cable to the power input
connector on the rear panel of the logic analyzer.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 3. Turn on power
CAUTION: Do not block the air intake vents on the bottom of the logic analyzer.
1Turn the power switch to the on (“1”) position.
2Wait approximately 15 seconds for the logic analyzer to power up
and settle.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 4. Install software
See Also Refer to the instructions on the installation CD.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 5. Start the LogicWave user interface
1Start the Agilent LogicWave application from the Start menu or
using a shortcut.
2Observe the start dialog. If the LogicWave was found, a self-test
will auto-initiate and the LogicWave interface indicates
“Connected”.
3If automatic connection to the logic analyzer fails, then a Device
Connection Failed dialog box will appear. Select “Search for the
device,”then select Continue.

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Installing LogicWave
4The LogicWave Communication Setup window will appear. Select
the E9340A device, then select Connect.
5At the Welcome window, select OK.
6In the Setup Properties dialog, click OK

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Installing LogicWave
Step 6. Connect probe cables
CAUTION: Use only the probe cable that is provided.

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Installing LogicWave
Step 7. Probe the device under test

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Chapter 1: Setting Up LogicWave
Installing LogicWave
Step 8. Make measurements
See Also Refer to the online help for more information on using LogicWave.

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Chapter 1: Setting Up LogicWave
Caring for LogicWave
Caring for LogicWave
This section provides instructions on caring for the LogicWave logic
analyzer.
To clean the instrument
•With the logic analyzer turned off and unplugged, use mild
detergent and water to clean the instrument.

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Specifications and Characteristics
Describes the specifications, characteristics, and other characteristics
and requirements of the Agilent Technologies LogicWave E9340A logic
analyzer.

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Chapter 2: Specifications and Characteristics
What is a Specification?
A specification is a numeric value, or range of values, that bounds the
performance of a product parameter. The product warranty covers the
performance of parameters described by specifications. Products
shipped from the factory meet all specifications. Additionally, products
sent to Agilent Customer Service Centers for calibration, and returned,
meet all specifications. Specifications are verified by calibration
procedures.
What is a Calibration Procedure? Calibration procedures verify
that products or systems operate within the specifications. Parameters
covered by specifications have a corresponding calibration procedure.
Calibration procedures include both performance tests and system
verification procedure. Calibration procedures are traceable and must
specify adequate calibration standards.
Calibration procedures verify products meet the specifications by
comparing measured parameters against a pass-fail limit. The pass-fail
limit is the specification less any required guardband.
The term "calibration" refers to the process of measuring parameters
and referencing the measurement to a calibration standard rather than
the process of adjusting products for optimal performance.
What is a Characteristic?
Characteristics describe product performance that is useful in the
application of the product, but that is not covered by the product
warranty. Characteristics describe performance that is typical of the
majority of a given product, but not subject to the same rigor
associated with specifications. Characteristics are verified by function
tests.
What is a Function Test? Function tests are quick tests designed to
verify basic operation of a product. Function tests include operator’s
checks and operation verification procedures. An operator’s check is
normally a fast test used to verify basic operation of a product. An
operation verification procedure verifies some, but not all,
specifications, and often at a lower confidence level than a calibration
procedure.

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Specifications
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Characteristics
Characteristics
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