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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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Warranty 2
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its
option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement
in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty
work may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products become
the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of
the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible
for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by 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.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage
or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has been modified or
integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty
of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS
ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Warranty 9(b)
Tektronix warrants that the media on which this software product is furnished and the encoding of the programs on
the media will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) months from the date of
shipment. If any such medium or encoding proves defective during the warranty period, Tektronix will provide
a replacement in exchange for the defective medium. Except as to the media on which this software product is
furnished, this software product is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied.
Tektronix does not warrant that the functions contained in this software product will meet Customer’s requirements
or that the operation of the programs will be uninterrupted or error-free.
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.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE MEDIA OR REFUND CUSTOMER’S
PAYMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH
OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX
OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Table of Contents
General Safety Summary ......................................................................................... iii
Service Safety Summary........................................................................................... v
Environmental Considerations................................................................................... vi
Preface............................................................................................................. vii
TLA5000 Series Logic Analyzers ......................................................................... vii
Documentation............................................................................................... vii
Basic Installation ................................................................................................... 1
Check the Shipping List....................................................................................... 1
Environmental Considerations ............................................................................... 1
Chassis Ground Connections................................................................................. 1
Connecting Accessories....................................................................................... 2
Connecting Probes............................................................................................. 4
First Time Operation .......................................................................................... 5
Performing the Incoming Inspection ........................................................................ 7
Backing Up User Files ........................................................................................ 7
Connecting Probes to the Target System.................................................................... 7
Additional Information........................................................................................ 8
Product Overview .................................................................................................. 9
Front Panel Controls........................................................................................... 9
External Connectors........................................................................................... 9
Restoring and Installing Software ................................................... .............. .............. 11
Restoring the Hard Disk Image ............................................................................. 11
Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image............. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .. 11
Installing the TLA Application Software ...................... .............. .............. ................ 14
Upgrading or Restoring Firmware.......................................................................... 16
Appendix A: User Service Procedures.......................................................................... 17
General Care .................................................................................................. 17
Self Calibration ............................................................................................... 17
Preventive Maintenance...................................................................................... 17
In Case of Problems .......................................................................................... 19
Repacking for Shipment ..................................................................................... 22
Appendix B: Accessories and Options .......................................................................... 23
Standard Accessories......................................................................................... 23
Optional Accessories......................................................................................... 23
Options......................................................................................................... 24
Index
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List of Figures
Figure i: TLA5000 series logic analyzer....................................................................... vii
Figure 1: Location of the ground connection.................................................................... 2
Figure 2: Accessory connections ................................................................................. 3
Figure 3: Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes ........................................................ 5
Figure 4: Power cord connector location ........................................................................ 6
Figure 5: Logic analyzer front panel ............................................................................. 9
List of Tables
Table i: Related Documentation ................................................................................ viii
Table 1: Accessory connection information..................................................................... 4
Table 2: TLA user file suffixes................................................................................... 12
Table 3: BIOS Boot settings for reinstalling software from the CD-ROM ..... ............................ 13
Table 4: Failure symptoms and possible causes................................................................ 21
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General Safety Summary
General SafetySummary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system.
Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and
cautions related to operating the system.
To Avoid Fire or Personal
Injury
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
The inputs are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
Connect the probe reference lead to earth ground only.
Power Disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source.
Do not block the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at all times.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
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.
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Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
TermsinthisManual These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Symbols and Terms on the
Product
These terms may appear on the product:
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:
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Service Safety Summary
Service Safety Summary
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the instrument power, then
disconnect the power cord from the mains power.
UseCareWhenServicingWithPowerOn. Dangerousvoltagesorcurrentsmay
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.
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Environmental Considerations
Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.
Product End-of-Life
Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:
Equipment Recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and
use of natural resources. The equipment may contain substances that could be
harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s
end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and
to reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product
in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or
recycled appropriately.
The symbol shown below indicates that this product complies with the European
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).
MercuryNotification. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains
mercury. Disposal may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
Please contact your local authorities or, within the United States, the Electronics
Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org) for disposal or recycling information.
Restriction of Hazardous
Substances
This product has been classified as Monitoring and Control equipment, and is
outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive. This product is known to
contain lead, cadmium, mercury, and hexavalent chromium.
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Preface
Preface
This manual contains all information needed to install your Tektronix logic
analyzer and related accessories.
To prevent personal injury or damage, consider the following requirements before
attempting service:
The procedures in this manual should be performed only by qualified service
personnel.
Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary found at
the beginning of this manual.
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. The logic analyzers are built upon the Microsoft Windows
operating system, which allows you to install any PC-compatible, third-party
hardware and software on the instrument.
Figure i: TLA5000 series logic analyzer
Documentation
The following table lists related documentation available for your logic analyzer.
The documentation is available on the TLA Documentation CD and on the
Tektronix Web site (www.Tektronix.com).
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Table i: Related Documentation
Item Purpose Location
TLA Quick StartUser
Manual
High-level operational
overview
Online Help In depth operation and UI
help
Installation Quick Reference
Cards
High-level installation
information
Installation Manuals Detailed first-time
installation information
XYZs of Logic Analyzers Introduction to logic analyzer
basics
TLA Product Specifications 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
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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.
That you have backup copies of the installed software. Store the backup
software in a safe location where you can easily retrieve the software for
maintenance purposes.
That you have all the standard and optional accessories that you ordered.
Fill out and return the customer registration card that is packaged with this manual.
Environmental Considerations
Read this section before installing the logic analyzer. This section describes
site considerations, power requirements, and ground connections for your logic
analyzer.
CAUTION. Allow a 5.1 cm (2 in) clearance around the top, back, and sides of
the instrument to ensure proper cooling. Inadequate clearances can cause the
instrument to overheat and shut down.
You can use the logic analyzer on a bench or on a cart in the normal position (on
the bottom feet).
Chassis Ground Connections
Use the chassis ground connections to connect the grounds of the target system
(system-under-test) to the logic analyzer to ensure a common ground connection
between instruments. (See Figure 1.)
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Figure 1: Location of the ground connection
Connecting Accessories
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.)
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Figure 2: Accessory connections
Additional information on accessories is provided. (See Table 1.)
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Table 1: Accessory connection information
Item Description
Monitor Ifyouuseanonplug & play monitor, you
may need to change the Windows display
settings to achieve the proper resolution.
Printer Connect the printer to the LPT (parallel) port.
Rackmount The logic analyzer can be installed in
rackmount kits. Refer to the respective
rackmount kit instructions for installation
information.
Connecting Probes
After you have connected all the accessories, you can connect the probes to the
instrument. Refer to the appropriate section for your instrument.
For additional information on the individual probes, refer to the instructions that
accompanied your probes.
CAUTION. When attaching the probe to the logic analyzer, you must use care to
evenly tighten probe screws until they are snug. First slightly tighten screws, then
snug each screw to 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.)
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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.
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Follow these steps to turn on the logic analyzer for the first time:
1. Connect the power cord. (See Figure 4.)
2. If you have an external monitor, connect the power cord and turn on the
monitor.
Figure 4: Power cord connector location
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.
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Performing the Incoming Inspection
Incoming inspection consists of verifying the basic operation of the logic analyzer.
The power-on diagnostics check the basic functionality. The diagnostics run
every time you turn on the logic analyzer.
You can also verify more detailed functionality by running the self-calibration and
extended diagnostics.
NOTE. Allow the mainframe to warm up for 30 minutes before running the
self-calibration.
To run self-calibration and diagnostics, perform the following:
1. Disconnect any probes that are attached to the input connectors.
2. Select the System menu and click Calibration and Diagnostics.
3. Run the self-calibration and then the extended diagnostics by selecting the
proper tab. Results of the tests display on the individual property page.
Checking the P64xx Logic
Analyzer Probes (Optional)
Connect the P64xx logic analyzer probes to a signal source, start an acquisition,
and verify that the acquired data is displayed in either the listing or waveform
windows. You can also use the Activity Indicators in the logic analyzer Setup
window to view signal activity at the probe tips.
NOTE. If you connect probes to any channels other than the A2 and A3 groups,
you must define the groups and channels in the Setup window before acquiring
data on other probe channels.
Backing Up User Files
Back up your user files on a regular basis. Use the Windows back up tools or copy
the files to another media. Always keep a backup copy of files that you access
on a regular basis.
Connecting Probes to the Target System
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.
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