Keysight 16861A User manual

Keysight 16860 Series
Portable Logic Analyzers
Installation/
Quick Start
Guide

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16860 Series Logic Analyzers—At a Glance
The Keysight Technologies 16860 series logic analyzers are portable logic analyzers that
range from 34 to 136 logic acquisition channels, depending on the model.
Table 1 Model comparisons
Features, Logic Acquisition
• 2 M to 400 M samples of memory depth per channel (depending on memory option),
software upgradeable.
• 350 MHz or 700 MHz maximum state clock rate (depending on state speed option),
software upgradeable.
• Full Channel Timing Mode at 2.5 GHz sampling with 12.5 GHz Timing Zoom.
• Half Channel Timing Mode at 5.0 GHz sampling with 12.5 GHz Timing Zoom
• Quarter Channel Timing Mode at 10 GHz sampling with 12.5 GHz Timing Zoom
•Eye scan (automatic threshold and sample position setup) feature.
• Single-ended and differential probing support
Pods for Probe
Inputs
Run/Stop Keys
USB 2.0 Ports (2)
Scroll Knob
Standby (Power) Button
Touch Screen
On/Off Button
Keysight model number 16861A 16862A 16863A 16864A
Logic acquisition channels 34 68 102 136

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Features, Mainframe
• Built-in 15 inch color touch screen with 1024 x 768 resolution
• Removable hard drive
• 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN port
• USB 2.0 ports (six total, two on front, four on back)
• One PCI expansion slot
• One PCI Express x1 expansion slot
• Windows 10 installation
Windows 10 support has been added to the 16860-series logic analyzers and these
are now shipped from the factory with Windows 10 operating system preinstalled.
Earlier, Windows 7 operating system was preinstalled on these logic analyzers.
•Keysight Logic and Protocol Analyzer application which takes the complexity out of
making logic analyzer measurements. You can perform all operations directly from
one window.
Supplied Accessories
• USB mouse
•USBkeyboard
• Accessory pouch and power cord
Snap the accessories pouch to the top of the 16860 series logic analyzer. Use it to
store probe leads, accessories, or manuals. Use the tie-down straps under the flap to
conveniently hold pod cables not in use or during transport.
Optional Accessories
•Probes
Front Panel
Refer to the online help in the logic and protocol analyzer software for information on
using the analyzer.
Rear Panel
Before you turn on the system, connect your mouse and keyboard to the 16860 Series
logic analyzer rear panel.
16860-Series Logic Analyzer Dimensions
All dimensions given below are in Millimeters (mm).

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In This Guide…
This guide describes how to set up, use, and update your 16860 series logic analyzer. It
also contains information on solving problems and additional safety information.
1 First-Time Set Up
This chapter describes the steps in setting up the logic analyzer for the first time.
2 Getting Started with the Logic Analyzer
This chapter describes some basic features of the logic analyzer and tells you where to
find more information on using the logic analyzer.
3 Updating the Logic Analyzer
This chapter describes how to change your logic analyzer’s network and Windows
Firewall settings. It also describes how to get and install software updates.
4 Solving Problems
This chapter describes the logic analyzer’s built-in self tests and recovering system
software.
5SafetyNotices
This chapter contains additional safety information.

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Contents
Contents
1 First-Time Set Up
Proper Cooling 12
First-Time Set Up Considerations 13
Determine Whether the Instrument will be Connected to the
Network 13
Get Network Setup Information 13
First-Time Set Up On 16860 Series Logic Analyzers 14
Additional First-Time Setup Steps 16
Establishing an Administrator Account (recommended for standalone and
networked instruments) 16
Protecting the Instrument’s Operating System 16
2 Getting Started with the Logic Analyzer
Probing 18
Making a Measurement 19
Snap to Edge Markers 21
Left-Click Menus 22
Tree Structure Bus/Signal Names 22
Offline Analysis 23
Marker Overview 23
Tool Tips 24
Trigger History 25

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To close the Windows OS and place the system in a standby
state 26
Using the Windows Shutdown 26
Using a Short Press of the Power Button 26
Using a Long Press of the Power Button 27
Unplugging the Power Cord or Power Loss 27
Specifications and Characteristics 28
3 Updating the Logic Analyzer
Changing Network Settings 32
Changing Windows Firewall Settings 33
To give other applications/ports access through the firewall 33
To restore the logic analyzer firewall defaults 33
Software Installation and Upgrades 35
Keysight Logic and Protocol Analyzer Software 35
Optional Products 35
4 Solving Problems
Running Self-Tests 38
If the logic analyzer powers itself down 40
If the Power LEDs do not come on 40
If you get a registry error and the system won’t boot 40
If there are network connection problems 41
If there are touch screen problems 42
Using the System Recovery Software 45
Contacting Keysight Service/Support 49
5 Safety Notices
Warnings 52

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To clean the instrument 54
Safety Symbols 55
Index

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Keysight 16860 Series Portable Logic Analyzers
Installation/Quick Start Guide
1First-Time Set Up
Proper Cooling / 12
First-Time Set Up Considerations / 13
First-Time Set Up On 16860 Series Logic Analyzers / 14
Additional First-Time Setup Steps / 16

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1 First-Time Set Up
Proper Cooling
Allow at least 5 cm (2 inches) of space between instruments for proper
cooling.
NOTE
This instrument requires 100-120VAC 50/60/400Hz & 100-240VAC 50/60Hz mains
capable of supplying 325 watts. Do not apply more than 25 volts to any Probe
Adapter signal line. Do not apply more than 5.5 volts to the BNC Trigger In or Trigger
Out.
This instrument is intended for office and lab use only in:
- Temperature range of 5-40°C
- Altitude upto 4000 m
- Maximum Humidity 90% non-condensing at +40°C.

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First-Time Set Up 1
First-Time Set Up Considerations
Determine Whether the Instrument will be Connected to the Network
Standalone
You are going to use the logic analyzer as a standalone instrument (no
LAN connection). Printing requires a printer attached to the logic analyzer,
sharing files is done via USB flash drive or floppy disk.
Connected to a Network
If you require the ability to print, share files, remotely control the logic
analyzer, etc. over the network, you need to either join a workgroup or
domain.
Get Network Setup Information
For networking, find out whether the network that your instrument will be
connected to uses the Microsoft Work group model or Microsoft Domain
model. In order for your instrument to perform tasks over the network
(print, transfer files, etc.) your instrument must be configured
appropriately for the networking model in use at your site.
Information you may require to complete your network configuration may
include, but is not limited to:
• The Workgroup or Domain name.
• Methodology for assigning IP addresses at your site (for example,
DHCP).
• Domain Name Service (DNS).
Other network information that may be readily available from your network
administrator.
NOTE
If you plan to use COM automation to programmatically control a logic analyzer from a
remote computer, be aware that the remote computer and the logic analyzer must both
have the same kind of network membership; that is, they must both be members of a
"Workgroup", or they must both be members of a "Domain". This is due to the security
requirements of Distributed COM.

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1 First-Time Set Up
First-Time Set Up On 16860 Series Logic Analyzers
The first time you turn on a 16860 series logic analyzer (shipped with
Windows 10 installation), you are automatically logged on to the system
using the Administrator account and the Windows 10 desktop is displayed.
Note: Windows 10 support has been added to the 16860-series logic
analyzers and these are now shipped from the factory with Windows 10
operating system preinstalled. Earlier, Windows 7 operating system
was preinstalled on these logic analyzers. I
Once you are logged on to the system, you must set the following logic
analyzer configurations based on how you want to use your logic analyzer.
You use the standard Windows 10 procedures to set these configurations.
Table 2 Logic Analyzer Configurations on a 16860 Series Logic Analyzer with Windows 10
Installation
Configuration Task Logic Analyzer Usage
Standalone (No LAN) Workgroup Domain
Protect your instrument’s PC N/A Turn on Automatic Updates Turn on Automatic Updates
Specify computer name If your organization has a standard naming scheme, use that scheme. Otherwise, choose a descriptive
name (less than 15 characters)
Specify the administrator password Keysight recommends entering an administrator password for administrator accounts. See page 16 for
actions that require administrator accounts.
Specify the domain name (if applicable) No
(Is given WORKGROUP
membership)
No
(Is given WORKGROUP
membership)
Yes
Enter the domain name the logic
analyzer will log onto.
Enter your domain settings. N/A N/A Enter the name/password of the
user who can add the logic analyzer
to the domain.
Configure connectivity to the Internet N/A N/A Choose the appropriate Internet
connectivity.
Set up a high-speed connection N/A N/A Enter either the fixed IP/DNS
assigned by your network
administrator or select “Obtain
Automatically”.

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First-Time Set Up 1
Determine if you want to connect the
instrument’s PC to the Internet directly
or through a network.
N/A Keysight does not support
connecting to the Internet
through a modem directly
connected to the logic
analyzer.
N/A
Register with Microsoft The 16860 series of Logic Analyzers have the Windows 10 operating system already enabled to run.
This registration is to allow Microsoft to contact you.
Specify users for the instrument’s PC You can add multiple users with administrator permissions to allow these users to use the logic analyzer.
Configuration Task Logic Analyzer Usage
Standalone (No LAN) Workgroup Domain

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1 First-Time Set Up
Additional First-Time Setup Steps
Establishing an Administrator Account (recommended for standalone and networked instru-
ments)
Keysight recommends that you set up an Administrator account for your
logic analyzer. You have to be logged in to the Administrator account to do
the following:
• Install most software (applies whether the instrument is networked or
standalone).
• Change the workgroup.
• Perform "Windows Updates".
• Change firewall settings.
Protecting the Instrument’s Operating System
Microsoft recommends the following three steps to ensure the
instrument's PC is protected.
1 Use an Internet firewall.
2 Get operating system updates.
3 Use up-to-date antivirus software.

Keysight 16860 Series Portable Logic Analyzers
Installation/Quick Start Guide
2Getting Started with
the Logic Analyzer
Probing / 18
Making a Measurement / 19
Snap to Edge Markers / 21
Left-Click Menus / 22
Tree Structure Bus/Signal Names / 22
Offline Analysis / 23
Marker Overview / 23
Tool Tips / 24
Trigger History / 25
Specifications and Characteristics / 28

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2 Getting Started with the Logic Analyzer
Probing
Probing is the key to effective and efficient use of logic analyzers. Keysight
Technologies offers a wide variety of probing accessories that support
general-purpose and application-specific measurement needs. We
provide reliable, electrically and mechanically unobtrusive probes that
make it easy to connect your Keysight logic analyzer to your system under
test. For more information on Keysight probes:
• See the quick reference card that came with your logic analyzer for an
overview of probing solutions.
•Gotowww.keysight.com/find/logic_analyzer_probes for the most
up-to-date information on probe compatibility with a given logic
analyzer and purchasing information.
•Gotowww.keysight.com and search for Probing Solutions for Logic
Analysis Systems (publication 5968-4632E) for a catalog of detailed
probing information.
To connect and set up a probe, follow the instructions that came with the
probe.

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Getting Started with the Logic Analyzer 2
Making a Measurement
1 Start up the logic analyzer, connect to your target system, and select
Setup>Bus/Signal.
2 Assign buses and signals and click OK.

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2 Getting Started with the Logic Analyzer
3 Enter a trigger value in the Waveform View.
4 Acquire and view data.