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Installation Manual
TLA700 Series
Logic Analyzer
071-1235-01
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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HARDWARE WARRANTY
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for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If a 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.
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.
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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.

SOFTWARE WARRANTY
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 a 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 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.

TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v...................................
Service Safety Summary vii....................................
Preface ix...................................................
TLA700 Series Logic Analyzers ix....................................
Related Documentation xi...........................................
Contacting Tektronix xii.............................................
Basic Installation 1..........................................
Check the Shipment 1..............................................
Environmental Considerations 1......................................
TLA715 Portable Mainframe Site Considerations 2.......................
TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe and TLA7XM Expansion Mainframe
Site Considerations 2...........................................
Installing TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 2...........................
Install the Expansion Module 2.......................................
Install the Expansion Cables 5.......................................
Chassis Ground Connections 6.......................................
Installing TLA700 Modules 7........................................
Logical Address Switches 7.........................................
Merging Modules 8................................................
Installing Modules in the TLA715 Portable Mainframe 8..................
Installing Modules in the TLA721 Benchtop or TLA7XM Expansion
Mainframe 9..................................................
Module Keys 11....................................................
Covering Empty Slots 12.............................................
Connecting Accessories 13...........................................
Connecting Accessories to the TLA700 Series 13.........................
Additional Accessory Connection Information 14.........................
Connecting Probes 14...............................................
Connecting Probes to the Logic Analyzer Module 15......................
Configuring and Connecting the Pattern Generator Probes 17................
First Time Operation 18.............................................
Turning the Logic Analyzer On 18.....................................
Turning on the TLA7XM Expansion Mainframes 20.......................
Turning off the Mainframes 20........................................
Performing the Incoming Inspection 20.................................
Checking Logic Analyzer Probes (Optional) 21...........................
Checking the P624x Oscilloscope Probes (Optional) 22....................
Checking the P647x Pattern Generator Probes (Optional) 22................
Checking the TLA700 Mainframe (Optional) 22..........................
Backing Up User Files 22............................................
Removing the Replaceable Hard Disk Drive 22..........................
Connecting Probes to the Target System 23..............................
Additional Information 24............................................
Merging TLA700 Modules 25.................................
Logic Analyzer Merging Rules 25.....................................
TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Module Merging Rules 26...................
Merge Procedure 26.................................................

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Merging TLA7Axx/TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 27.................
Unmerging TLA7Axx/TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 31..............
Merging TLA7Lx/Mx/Nx/Px/Qx Logic Analyzer Modules 32...............
Two-Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure 32...........................
Three-Way Logic Analyzer Merge Procedure 37..........................
Storing the Logic Analyzer Module Merge Cable 37.......................
Product Overview 39.........................................
Front Panel Controls 39..............................................
TLA700 Series External Connectors 39.................................
Restoring and Reinstalling Software 41.........................
Reinstalling the Hard Disk Image 41...................................
Backing Up Files 41................................................
Installing the Operating System and TLA Application Software 42...........
Reinstalling the TLA Application Software and the Pattern Generator
Application Software 45.........................................
Installing the TPI or PPI Remote Operation Software 46...................
Installing the TLAVu and PatGenVu Software on a PC 47...................
Upgrading or Restoring Firmware 48...................................
Upgrading Firmware on TLA7Axx/TLA7NAx Logic Analyzer Modules 48....
Upgrading Firmware on TLA7Lx/Mx/Nx/Px/Qx/Dx/7Ex Modules 50.........
Upgrading Firmware on the TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator Modules 53.........
Appendix A: TLA721 Mainframe Power Information 55...........
Appendix B: User Service Procedures 59.........................
Service Offerings 59................................................
Warranty Repair Service 59..........................................
Calibration and Repair Service 59.....................................
General Care 59....................................................
Preventive Maintenance 60...........................................
Cleaning the Flat Panel Display 60.....................................
Exterior Surfaces 60................................................
Floppy Disk Drive 61...............................................
In Case of Problems 61..............................................
Diagnostics 61.....................................................
Software Problems 62...............................................
Hardware Problems 62..............................................
Repacking for Shipment 62...........................................

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TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual iii
List of Figures
Figure i: TLA715 Portable Mainframe ix........................
Figure ii: TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with a TLA7XM
Expansion Mainframe x..................................
Figure 1: TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with one TLA7XM
Expansion Mainframe. 3..................................
Figure 2: TLA721 Benchtop Mainframe with two TLA7XM
Expansion Mainframes 4..................................
Figure 3: TLA715 Portable Mainframe with two TLA7XM
Expansion Mainframes 4..................................
Figure 4: Location of the ground connection on the TLA700
logic analyzers 6.........................................
Figure 5: Logical address switches (set to address FF) 8...........
Figure 6: Installing modules 10.................................
Figure 7: Module keys 11......................................
Figure 8: Installing panel covers on the TLA715 Portable
Mainframe 12............................................
Figure 9: Installing panel covers on the TLA721 Benchtop
Mainframe 12............................................
Figure 10: TLA700 series accessories connections 13...............
Figure 11: Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes
to the TLA7NAx logic analyzer module 15....................
Figure 12: Connecting the P68xx or P69xx logic analyzer probes
to the TLA7Axx logic analyzer module 16.....................
Figure 13: Connecting the P64xx logic analyzer probes to the
TLA7Lx/Mx/Nx/Px/Qx logic analyzer modules 17..............
Figure 14: Line fuse and power cord connector locations 19.........
Figure 15: TLA700 On/Standby switch locations 20................
Figure 16: Accessing the TLA700 replaceable hard disk drive 23.....
Figure 17: Location of modules in a merged system 27.............
Figure 18: Removing the merger connector assembly from the
module 28...............................................
Figure 19: Connecting modules in a merged set 29.................
Figure 20: Installing the merged module set in the mainframe 30....
Figure 21: Removing the cover 33...............................
Figure 22: Feeding the merge cable through the cover 34...........
Figure 23: Seating the cover on the chassis 35.....................
Figure 24: Lining up the two modules 36.........................

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Figure 25: Positioning the merge cable before installing the cover 38.
Figure 26: TLA715 Portable mainframe front panel 39.............
Figure 27: TLA700 series external connectors 40..................
Figure 28: Flash programming pins 51..........................
Figure 29: Power cord identification chart 57.....................
List of Tables
Table i: Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family documentation xi........
Table 1: Additional accessory connection information 14...........
Table 2: TLA700 series line fuses 18............................
Table 3: TLA user file suffixes 42...............................
Table 4: Bios Boot settings for reinstalling software from the
CD-ROM 43.............................................
Table 5: TLA firmware files 52.................................
Table 6: Power for instrument modules 55.......................

TLA700 Series Logic Analyzer Installation Manual v
General Safety Summary
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 the system. Read
the General Safety Summary in other system manuals for warnings and cautions
related to operating the system.
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.
Connect the ground lead of the probe to earth ground only.
Powering Off. The power cord provides Mains disconnect.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
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.
ToAvoidFireor
Personal Injury