Agilent Technologies U4154A User manual

Agilent Technologies
Agilent U4154A Logic
Analyzer
Service Guide

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Additional Safety Notices
This apparatus has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC Publication 1010,
Safety Requirements for Measuring Apparatus, and has been supplied in a safe condition.
This is a Safety Class I instrument (provided with terminal for protective earthing). Before
applying power, verify that the correct safety precautions are taken (see the following
warnings). In addition, note the external markings on the instrument that are described
under "Safety Symbols."
Warnings
•Before turning on the instrument, you must connect the protective earth terminal of the
instrument to the protective conductor of the (mains) power cord. The mains plug shall
only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. You must
not negate the protective action by using an extension cord (power cable) without a
protective conductor (grounding). Grounding one conductor of a two-conductor outlet
is not sufficient protection.
•Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow,
time delay, etc.) should be used. Do not use repaired fuses or short-circuited
fuseholders. To do so could cause a shock or fire hazard.
•If you energize this instrument by an auto transformer (for voltage reduction or mains
isolation), the common terminal must be connected to the earth terminal of the power
source.
•Whenever it is likely that the ground protection is impaired, you must make the
instrument inoperative and secure it against any unintended operation.
•Service instructions are for trained service personnel. To avoid dangerous electric
shock, do not perform any service unless qualified to do so. Do not attempt internal
service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first aid and
resuscitation, is present.
•Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the
instrument.
•Capacitors inside the instrument may retain a charge even if the instrument is
disconnected from its source of supply.
•Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gasses or fumes.
Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite
safety hazard.
•Do not use the instrument in a manner not specified by the manufacturer.
To clean the instrument
If the instrument requires cleaning: (1) Remove power from the instrument. (2) Clean the
external surfaces of the instrument with a soft cloth dampened with a mixture of mild
detergent and water. (3) Make sure that the instrument is completely dry before reconnect-
ing it to a power source.
Safety Symbols
Instruction manual symbol: the product is marked with this symbol when it is
necessary for you to refer to the instruction manual in order to protect against
damage to the product.
Hazardous voltage symbol.
Earth terminal symbol: Used to indicate a circuit common connected to grounded
chassis.
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Agilent U4154A Logic Analyzer - At a Glance
The U4154A logic analyzer module is a 136 channel state
and timing analyzer that provides 2.5 Gb/s state logic
analysis and up to 5.0 GHz timing analysis. The U4154A has
2 M to 200 M sample memory depth (depending on the
option chosen).
The U4154A logic analyzer module uses 4 pod cables. Each
of these pod cables has 2 90- pin probe connector pods
making it a total of eight pods per U4154A module. Each of
these pods contain 17 channels, out of which 16 are data
channels and 1 channel is bonus bit or clock channel.
Features
Some of the main features of the U4154A are as follows:
•136 channels per module
•Expandable to 272 channels (as a 2- card set in the AXIe
chassis).
•2.5 Gb/s maximum state acquisition speed.
•“Eye scan” feature.
•A state sampling clock with four qualifiers.
•2.5 GHz timing analysis on all channels and 5.0 GHz
timing analysis in the half channel timing mode.
Service Strategy
The service strategy for this module is the replacement of
defective module/parts. This service guide contains
information for finding a defective assembly by testing and
servicing the U4154A logic analyzer module.
The modules can be returned to Agilent Technologies for all
service work, including troubleshooting. Contact your nearest
Agilent Technologies Sales Office for more details.
Contacting Agilent Technologies
To locate a sales or service office near you, go to
www.agilent.com/find/contactus.

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Application
This service guide applies to U4154A logic analyzer modules
installed in a M9502A or M9505A AXIe chassis.
U4154A Logic Analyzer Module
The following figure displays the M9502A (2- slot) AXIe
chassis and M9505A 5- slot AXIe chassis.
M9502A and M9505A AXIe Chassis

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In This Service Guide
This book is the service guide for the U4154A logic analyzer
module.
This service guide has five chapters.
Chapter 1, “General Information” contains information about
the module, lists accessories for the module, gives
specifications and characteristics of the module, and
provides a list of the equipment required for servicing the
module.
Chapter 2, “Preparing for Troubleshooting or Performance
Testing” tells how to prepare the module for use.
Chapter 3, “Testing U4154A Performance” tells how to verify
the U4154A performance with specifications.
Chapter 4, “Calibrating” contains calibration instructions for
the module (if required).
Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting” contains explanations of
self- tests and flowcharts for troubleshooting the module.
Chapter 6, “Returning and Replacing a U4154A Module or its
cables” explains how to replace the module, its circuit board
and cables and how to return these to Agilent Technologies.

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Contents
Agilent U4154A Logic Analyzer - At a Glance 4
In This Service Guide 6
1 General Information
Accessories 12
Probing Accessories 12
U4201A Pod Connector Cables 12
Chassis and software 12
Specifications 13
Characteristics 14
Environmental Characteristics 15
2 Preparing for Troubleshooting or Performance Testing
To set up the U4154A module 18
To test the U4154A module 19
To clean the module 19
3 Testing U4154A Performance
Perform the Self-Tests 24
Equipment Required for the Performance Test 25
Assemble the SMA/Flying Lead Test Connectors 26
Set Up the Test Equipment 31
Connect the Test Equipment 35
Connect the U4154A Logic Analyzer Pod to the Pulse Generator 35
Connect the Pulse Generator Output to the Oscilloscope 37
Verify and adjust the pulse generator DC offset 38
Deskew the oscilloscope 39

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Test the U4154A Module 40
Configure the Logic Analysis System 41
Determine maximum clock rate 46
Adjust sampling positions using Eye Scan 48
Re-align a stray channel 52
Test Pod 1 54
Tes t P od 2 58
Tes t P ods 3 60
Performance Test Record 62
4 Calibrating
Calibration Strategy 66
5 Troubleshooting
To use the flowcharts 68
Self-Test Descriptions 70
PC Board Revision Test 70
Interface FPGA Version Test 70
Interface FPGA Register Test 70
FPGA to FPGA Communication Test 70
SPI Bus Communication Test 70
EEPROM Test 70
Probe ID Read Test 71
Chip Registers Read/Write Test 71
Freq Synth Lock Detect Test 71
Acquisition Chip BIST Test 71
Resource Bus Connection Test 71
Comparator Programming Test 71
Comparator/DAC Test 71
Comparator Delay Test 72
Comparator Zero-Hold Cal Test 72
Comparator Calibrations Test 72
Acquisition Memory Write/Read Test 72
Acquisition Memory Cell Test 72
ATB (AXIe Trigger Bus) Test 73
To run the self tests 74
To exit the test system 75
To test the cables 76
6 Returning and Replacing a U4154A Module or its cables
To remove the U4154A module 86

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To remove the logic analyzer cable 86
To install the U4201A logic analyzer cable 87
To replace the circuit board 87
To return the U4154A module or cable for Repair/Exchange 88
Index

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General Information
Accessories 12
Chassis and software 12
Specifications 13
Characteristics 14
This chapter lists the accessories and some of the
specifications and characteristics for testing and servicing
the U4154A logic analyzer.

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Accessories
One or more of the following accessories, sold separately, are
required to set up and operate the U4154A logic analyzer
module for testing and servicing it.
Probing Accessories
For information about probing accessories for logic analyzers
with 90- pin pod connectors, see the Probing Solutions for
Logic Analyzers Catalog, literature part number 5968- 4632E,
available on Agilent’s web site (www.agilent.com).
U4201A Pod Connector Cables
The Agilent U4201A 90- pin pod connector cable is used to
connect the U4154A module with the probes which then
connect to the DUT/SUT. You need four U4201A pod cables
for a U4154A module. Refer to the U4154A Logic Analyzer
Installation Guide to learn more about these cables.
Chassis and software
The U4154A logic analyzer requires:
•M9502A or M9505A Agilent AXIe chassis that provides
slots for installing the U4154A module.
•A host PC which is a laptop or a desktop PC with a PCIe
interface. The host PC connects to the Agilent AXIe
chassis via PCIe interface and is used to host all the
required software components of the U4154A module for
configuring, controlling, and using this module.
•Agilent Logic Analyzer software version 05.00 or higher to
configure, control, and use the U4154A module.
Refer to the U4154A Logic Analyzer Installation Guide to
learn more about AXIe chassis, host PC, and the Logic
Analyzer software installation.

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Specifications
The specifications are the performance standards against
which the product is tested.
U4154A Logic Analyzer Specifications
Parameter 2.5 Gb/s
mode
Notes
Maximum state data rate 2.5 Gb/s (DDR, 1.25 GHz clock), specified at probe tip.
1.4 Gb/s
mode
Maximum state data rate 1.4 Gb/s

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Characteristics
The characteristics are not specifications, but are included
as additional information.
Tabl e 1 Characteristics
Characteristic Value
Maximum Conventional Timing Rate 5.0 GHz, half channel
Channel Count per module 136
Channel Count per 2-Cards Module 272
Memory Depth U4154A Option 002 2 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 004 4 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 008 8 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 016 16 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 032 32 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 064 64 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 100 100 M Samples
Memory Depth U4154A Option 200 200 M Samples

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Environmental Characteristics
For a full listing of all specifications and characteristics, see
the Agilent U4154A Logic Analyzer Data Sheet, literature
part number 5990- 7513EN available on Agilent’s web site
(www.agilent.com).
Tabl e 2 Environmental Characteristics
Probes
Maximum
Input Voltage
± 40 V, CAT I. CAT I = Category I, secondary power line isolated
circuits.
Operating Environment
Temperature Instrument, 0 °C to 40 °C (+32 °F to 104 °F).
Probe lead sets and cables, 0 °C to 65 °C (+32 °F to 149 °F).
Humidity Instrument, probe lead sets, and cables, up to 80% relative
humidity at +40 °C (+104 °F), non-condensing.
Altitude To 3000 m (10,000 ft).
Vibration Operating: Random vibration 5 to 500 Hz, 10 minutes per axis,
≈0.2 g (rms).
Power All power supplies required for operating the U4154A logic
analyzer are supplied through the backplane connector in the
Agilent AXIe chassis in which you install the module.
Non-operating: Random vibration 5 to 500 Hz, 10 minutes per
axis, ≈2.41 g (rms); and swept sine resonant search, 5 to 500 Hz,
0.5 g (0-peak),
5 minute resonant dwell at 4 resonances per axis.
Indoor use only.
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry non-conductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity caused by
condensation may occur.
Storage Store or ship the logic analyzer in environments within the
following limits:
•Temperature: -40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F).
•Humidity: Up to 90% at 65°C (+149°F).
•Altitude: Up to 15,300 meters (50,000 feet).
Protect the module from temperature extremes which cause
condensation on the instrument.

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Preparing for Troubleshooting or
Performance Testing
To set up the U4154A module 18
To test the U4154A module 19
To clean t he m o d u le 19
This chapter gives you instructions for preparing the U4154A
logic analyzer module for troubleshooting or servicing it.
Operating Environment
The operating environment is listed on page 15. Note the
non- condensing humidity limitation. Condensation within the
instrument can cause poor operation or malfunction. Provide
protection against internal condensation.
The logic analyzer module will operate at all specifications
within the temperature and humidity range given on
page 15. However, reliability is enhanced when operating the
module within the following ranges:
Temperature: +20°C to +35°C (+68°F to +95°F)
Humidity: 20% to 80% non- condensing

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To set up the U4154A module
To set up the U4154A module for troubleshooting/servicing,
you first need to install it in one of the slots of the AXIe
chassis. Then connect the chassis to the host PC via a PCIe
link. On the host PC, install the Logic Analyzer (5.0 or
higher) application to configure and control the U4154A
module. Connect the U4154A module to a probe using the
U4201A pod connector cables.
You can find the detailed instructions for configuring and
installing the U4154A module into the AXIe chassis in the
U4154A Logic Analyzer Installation Guide.
If you don’t have the installation guide, you can find the
latest version on the Internet at www.agilent.com.
On this site, specify “U4154A” in the quick search box. In
the product page’s Technical Support area, select “Manuals &
Guides” to find the Installation Guide.

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To test the U4154A module
The U4154A logic analyzer module does not require an
operational accuracy calibration or adjustment. After
installing the module, you can test and use the module.
•If you require a test to verify logic analyzer’s performance
with the specifications, see “Testing U4154A
Performance" on page 21.
•If you require a test to verify correct module operation,
see “To run the self tests" on page 74.
•If the module does not operate correctly, see
“Troubleshooting" on page 67.
To clean the module
•With the AXIe chassis turned off and unplugged, use a
cloth moistened with a mixture of mild detergent and
water to clean the front panel of the module.
•Do not attempt to clean the module’s circuit board.

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