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User’s GuideAgilent Technologies 1670G Series Logic AnalyzersPublication Number 01670-97022August 2002For Safety information, Warranties, and Regulato

10 ContentsThe Scope Auto Measure Menu 188Input field 188Automatic measurements display 189Automatic measurement algorithms 1918 Using the Pattern Ge

100 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger on the nth iteration of a loopTraditional debugging requires print statements aroun

101Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesThe specification has some advantages and a potential problem. • The advantages are that a pipe

102 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger on the nth recursive call of a recursive function1 Go to the state analyzer's

103Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger Examples5 Insert another sequence level before the current one. Select the User Level function and ente

104 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger on entry to a function This sequence triggers on entry to a function only when it i

105Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesThe specification also stores all execution inside function F1, whether or not F2 was called. I

106 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo capture a write of known bad data to a particular variableThe trigger specification ANDs th

107Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger on a loop that occasionally runs too longThis example assumes the loop normally exec

108 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo verify correct return from a function callThe exit code for a function will often contain i

109Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger after all status bus lines finish transitioningIn some applications, you will want t

Contents 11Loading ASCII Files 233ASCII File Commands 234ASCDown Command 234LABel 235VECTor 236FORMat:xxx 239Loading an ASCII file over a bus (exampl

110 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo find the nth assertion of a chip select line1 Go to the timing analyzer's Trigger menu

111Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo verify that the chip select line is strobed after the address is stable1 Go to the timing an

112 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo trigger when expected data does not appear when requested1 Go to the timing analyzer's

113Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesThis sequence specification causes the analyzer to trigger when the data does not occur in 16 m

114 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo test minimum and maximum pulse limits1 Go to the timing analyzer's Trigger menu.2 Defi

115Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesBecause both timers start when entering sequence level 2, they start as soon as the positive ed

116 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo detect a handshake violation1 Go to the timing analyzer's Trigger menu.2 Define the Ed

117Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo detect bus contentionIn this setup, the trigger occurs only if both devices assert their bus

118 Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesThe following examples use cross arming to coordinate measurements

119Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo examine software execution when a timing violation occursThe timing analyzer triggers when the

12 ContentsDisk Drive Operations 275Disk operations 275Autoload 278Format 278Pack 279Load and Store 280The RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics Interfaces

120 Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger Examples6 Under State Sequence Levels, enter the following sequence specification: • While storing "

121Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo look at control and status signals during execution of a routineThe state analyzer will trigge

122 Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo detect a glitchThe following setup uses a state analyzer to capture state flow occurring at t

123Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo capture the waveform of a glitch using the oscilloscope (oscilloscope option only)The followin

124 Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo view your target system processing an interrupt (oscilloscope option only)Use the oscilloscop

125Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo trigger timing analysis of a count-down on a set of data linesYour target system may include v

126 Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger ExamplesTo monitor two coprocessors in a target systemDebugging coprocessor systems can be a complex tas

127Triggering ExamplesCross-Arming Trigger Examples7 Check that the second analyzer is triggering on arm and that Count Time is set.After the measur

128 Triggering ExamplesSpecial DisplaysSpecial DisplaysInterleaved trace listsInterleaved trace lists allow you to view data captured by two analyze

129Triggering ExamplesSpecial DisplaysTo interleave trace lists1 Set up both analyzers as state analyzers.2 Go to the Trigger menu of the first anal

Contents 13The Analyzer Trigger Menu 312Trigger sequence levels 312Modify Trigger field 313Timing trigger function library 314State trigger function

130 Triggering ExamplesSpecial Displays8 Select the name of the other analyzer and the label to interleave.Interleaved data is displayed in a light

131Triggering ExamplesSpecial DisplaysTo view trace lists and waveforms on the same display1 Set up a timing and a state analyzer.2 Go to the state

132 Triggering ExamplesSpecial DisplaysYou cannot view state analyzer data in the waveform display. However, you can view timing analyzer data and o

1336File Management

134 File ManagementFile ManagementFile ManagementBeing able to transfer data to a host computer, such as a PC or UNIX workstation, can enhance the l

135File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveBecause the flexible disk drive on

136 File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveTo save a configurationYou can save configurations on a 3.5-inch disk or on the i

137File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveTo load a configurationYou can quickly load a previously saved configuration, so t

138 File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk Drive5 Select Execute.Loading System Configuration for Programmatic Control

139File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveTo save a trace list in ASCII formatSome screens, such as file lists and trace lis

14 ContentsThe Compare Menu 344Reference Listing field 345Difference Listing field 345Copy Listing to Reference field 346Find Error field 347Compare

140 File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk DriveTo save a screen's imageYou can save menus and measurements to disk in one o

141File ManagementTransferring Files Using the Flexible Disk Drive6 Select Flexible Disk from the Output Disk menu, then select Execute.Print Disk M

142 File ManagementTransferring Files Using the LANTransferring Files Using the LANThe 1670G-series logic analyzers come equipped with a LAN interfa

143File ManagementTransferring Files Using the LANTo transfer files using ftp1 Check that your network package include ftp, and connect your logic a

144 File ManagementTransferring Files Using the LAN

1457Using the Oscilloscope

146 Using the OscilloscopeUsing the OscilloscopeUsing the OscilloscopeThis chapter covers the oscilloscope common menus and calibration. This chapte

147Using the OscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscopeEquipment RequiredCalibration PROTECT/UNPROTECT switchThe 1670G-ser

148 Using the OscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscopeLoad the default calibration factorsNote that once the default calibration factors are loaded,

149Using the OscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscopeSelf Cal menu calibrationsMessages will be displayed as each calibration routine is completed t

Contents 15The Analyzer Hardware 4031670G-series analyzer theory 404Logic acquisition board theory 408Oscilloscope board theory 412Pattern Generator

150 Using the OscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscope2 Optimize Delay of the Self Cal.a Obtain a BNC 50-W, 48-inch cable. Once you select Start, th

151Using the OscilloscopeCalibrating the oscilloscope4 Calibrate the Logic Trigger of the Self Cal.a Obtain a BNC 50-W, 48-inch cable.b Select Start

152 Using the OscilloscopeOscilloscope Common MenusOscilloscope Common MenusThe following options apply to all of the oscilloscope menus.Run/Stop op

153Using the OscilloscopeOscilloscope Common MenusIf you have been using the Run field to initiate your runs, the oscilloscope will run in the mode

154 Using the OscilloscopeOscilloscope Common MenusAutoscaleAutoscale is an algorithm that automatically optimizes the display of one or more wavefo

155Using the OscilloscopeOscilloscope Common MenusDisplaying the waveform. When the autoscale algorithm is complete, the oscilloscope automatically

156 Using the OscilloscopeOscilloscope Common MenusTime baseThe s/Div and Delay fields are displayed on all of the oscilloscope menus, except for th

157Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Channel MenuThe Scope Channel MenuThe Channel menu selects the channel input and the values that control the vert

158 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Channel MenuProbe fieldYou use the Probe field to set the probe attenuation factor for the input channel current

159Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Channel MenuPreset fieldWhen you select the Preset field, a pop-up appears, offering choices of TTL, ECL, and Use

16 ContentsError Messages 432". . . Inverse Assembler Not Found" 432"No Configuration File Loaded" 432"Selected File is Inco

160 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Display MenuThe Scope Display MenuThe Display options control how the oscilloscope acquires and displays wavefor

161Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Display MenuIf you start repetitive run, the oscilloscope acquires and displays data, averaging each run with the

162 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Display MenuConnect Dots fieldThe oscilloscope display can be enhanced to show a better picture of a waveform by

163Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Display MenuDisplay Options fieldThe Display Options field allows you to display either sample period information

164 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuThe Scope Trigger MenuThe Scope Trigger menu allows you to choose the method you want to use to trig

165Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuEdge trigger modeIn the edge trigger mode, the oscilloscope triggers at a specified voltage level on

166 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuThe default condition for all patterns is X, "don't care." To change the pattern, sel

167Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuLevel fieldThe Level field shows the voltage value of the trigger level. When the voltage value on th

168 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuSince the trigger level range is limited by the voltage values displayed in the waveform window, the

169Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuSource fieldWhen you select the Source field, a pop-up menu appears showing the inputs available as t

Contents 17Preparing For Use 455To inspect the logic analyzer 456To apply power 456To clean the logic analyzer 457To test the logic analyzer 457Troub

170 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuCount fieldThe Count field defines the number of trigger events that must occur after the first trig

171Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuAuto-Trig fieldThe Auto-Trig field allows you to specify whether or not the acquisitions should wait

172 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuWhen fieldThe When field appears only when Pattern mode is selected. When you select this field, a p

173Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuThe pattern duration time can be any value between 20 ns and 160 ms in 10 ns steps.If the count set i

174 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuIf the count set in the Count field is one, the trigger event will be the first pattern event that m

175Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Trigger MenuIf the count set in the Count field is one, the trigger event will be the first pattern event that me

176 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuThe Scope Marker MenuThe oscilloscope has two sets of markers that allow you to make time and voltage

177Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuTrig to X and Trig to O fieldsThe trigger point is always Time 0. Resolution for Trig to X and Trig to

178 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuThe Marker Value display consists of two blocks. One contains settings for the voltage markers, the s

179Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuAutomatic time markers options When you select the T Markers field, a pop-up menu appears. When you ch

18 Contents18 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window Interface 498To start the interface from the front panel 499To start the int

180 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuSet on fieldThe Set on field assigns an input waveform to the Tx or To marker, or allows the marker t

181Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuSlope fieldThe Slope field sets the Tx or To marker on either the positive or negative edge of the sel

182 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuOffWhen Statistics is set to Off, the Tx to To, Trig to X, and Trig to O fields appear next to the T

183Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuWhen you select Less Than, the oscilloscope runs until the Tx-To time interval is less than the value

184 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuManual/Automatic Time Markers optionThe manual/automatic combination allows you to have one time mark

185Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuVoltage Markers optionsWhen you select the V Markers field on the display, a pop-up menu appears. When

186 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuOverlay and waveform math traces cannot be selected for voltage marker placement.The Vb On field work

187Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Marker MenuSelecting one of the possible time markers for centering the waveform data will cause the timebase del

188 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuThe Scope Auto Measure MenuOne of the primary features of the oscilloscope is its ability to ma

189Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuAutomatic measurements displayThe large field in the middle row of the menu is called the automa

Contents 1922 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the LAN Connection 536Troubleshooting the Initial Connection 537Assess the problem 53

190 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuCriteria used for making automatic measurementsIf more than one waveform, edge, or pulse is dis

191Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuAutomatic measurement algorithmsThe following explains top and base voltages, then defines the m

192 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuMeasurement algorithmsFrequency (Freq). The frequency of the first complete cycle displayed is

193Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuPositive Pulse Width (+Width). Pulse width is measured at the 50% voltage level.If the first edg

194 Using the OscilloscopeThe Scope Auto Measure MenuPreshoot and Overshoot . Preshoot and Overshoot measure the perturbation on a waveform above or

1958Using the Pattern Generator

196 Using the Pattern GeneratorUsing the Pattern GeneratorUsing the Pattern GeneratorThis chapter provides instructions for using the pattern genera

197Using the Pattern GeneratorSetting Up the Proper ConfigurationsSetting Up the Proper ConfigurationsThis section discusses setting up the configur

198 Using the Pattern GeneratorSetting Up the Proper Configurations4 Set the Clock Out Delay if a delay is needed.Setting a delay is useful when usi

199Using the Pattern GeneratorSetting Up the Proper ConfigurationsTo build a labelWhen you build a label, you are grouping channels under a label na

2 Agilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzersThe Agilent Technologies 1670G-Series is a 150-MHz State/500-MHz Timing Logic Analyzer with a VGA

20 Contents24 Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol Utility 570To Access the Symbol File Load Menu 571Method 1: Usin

200 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsOnce the pattern generator is configured, you w

201Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo build a main vector sequenceDuring a single run, the program vectors in the MAIN

202 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo build an initialization sequenceUse the INIT SEQUENCE to place the system under

203Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo edit a main or initialization sequence1 Using the knob, highlight the vector you

204 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo include hardware instructions in a sequenceThe following hardware instruction t

205Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo include software instructions in a sequenceThe following software instructions a

206 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo include a user macro in a sequenceIf you have user macros, you can include them

207Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo build a user macroBuild functions for sequences of vectors you will want to use

208 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo modify a function nameIf you rename a function, the new function name will be d

209Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo add, delete, or rename parametersParameters are set when they are inserted into

Contents 21The OMF Symbol Browser Menu 596Symbol Type Selection Field (User vs. OMF) 597Find Field 598Browse Results Display 600Align to xx Byte Opti

210 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo place parameters in a vectorOnce parameters are added to the parameter list, yo

211Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo enter or modify parametersEach time you include a function in an initialization

212 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo build a User Symbol TableYou may want to build a symbol table to make inserting

213Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo include symbols in a sequenceSymbols must be created before they become availabl

214 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo include symbols in a functionIn the Format menu, you assign symbols to data und

215Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo store a configurationOnce you have completed configuring the pattern generator,

216 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo load a configuration1 From the System menu, select Configuration.2 Select Hard

217Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsTo use AutorollWhen Autoroll is used, each time you complete the process of adding

218 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsThe Format MenuThe Format menu lets you configure the pattern generator with a clo

219Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsClock Period (internal clock source)This field toggles from Clock Period, when an i

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220 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsClock Out DelayThe Clock Out Delay setting allows you to position the output clock

221Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsLabelsLabels let the user group output channels from the data pods into a more logi

222 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsThe Sequence MenuUse the Sequence menu to build your test vector files. There are

223Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsINIT and MAIN SequencesUse the knob to highlight individual lines in either vector

224 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsStepUse the Step field to step through your vector sequence to debug a critical se

225Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsWhen deleting vector rows, the INIT START, INIT END, MAIN START, and MAIN END canno

226 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsMerge is not allowed in the following cases:• Within a repeat loop.• Within an IF

227Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsInsertSelecting the Insert field adds another instruction line immediately below th

228 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsBreak. The Break instruction causes a break at the current vector. In single run m

229Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsThe If event uses either the IMB or the same external clock pod input lines as the

23Section 1Logic Analyzer

230 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsData FieldSelecting the data field to the right of the instruction field lets you

231Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsThe User Macros MenuThe User Macros menu is used to create new functions and edit e

232 Using the Pattern GeneratorBuilding Test Vectors and FunctionsFunction 0 (current function field)Touching this field brings up a list of functio

233Using the Pattern GeneratorLoading ASCII FilesLoading ASCII FilesYou can create pattern generator files and load them as ASCII files using one of

234 Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsASCII File CommandsIn addition to the unique ASCII file commands described here, you may want to i

235Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsLABelCommand LABel <name_str>,<width><name_str>label string, six characters maxim

236 Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsVECTorCommand VECTor <char_count><char_count>a ten character string starting with a &a

237Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsNo data is allowed in the same line as the VECTor command. The line termination in the VECTor comma

238 Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsAny characters that are not valid hexadecimal digits (0 through 9, or upper/lower case a through f

239Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsFORMat:xxxCommand FORMat:MODEFORMat:CLOCkFORMat:DELayThese commands transfer set fields from the Fo

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240 Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsLoading an ASCII file over a bus (example)To load an ASCII file over the bus use the following exa

241Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsNotes• Lines 010 through 044 can be sent as discrete remote control commands or included in a singl

242 Using the Pattern GeneratorASCII File CommandsPattern Generator Probing SystemPod NumberingThe 1670G-series pods are numbered as shown in the fi

2439Logic Analyzer Reference

244 Logic Analyzer Reference1670G-Series Logic Analyzer Description1670G-Series Logic Analyzer DescriptionThe 1670G-series logic analyzers are part

245Logic Analyzer Reference1670G-Series Logic Analyzer DescriptionOscilloscope optionThe 2 GSa/s oscilloscope has immediate, edge, and pattern trigg

246 Logic Analyzer Reference1670G-Series Configuration Capabilities1670G-Series Configuration CapabilitiesThe four analyzer models in each of the 16

247Logic Analyzer Reference1670G-Series Configuration CapabilitiesTiming Analyzer ConfigurationsTiming Analyzer Configuration Considerations• Unused

248 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingProbingThis section discusses the probing system for the logic analyzer. It also contains the information you nee

249Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingMicroprocessor and Bus-Specific InterfacesThere are a number of microprocessor- and bus-specific interfaces availa

251Logic Analyzer Overview

250 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingThe Termination AdapterThe logic analyzer must be properly terminated to operate correctly. Most Agilent Technolo

251Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingGeneral-purpose probing system descriptionThe standard probing system provided with the logic analyzer consists of

252 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingProbe and Pod GroundingEach pod is grounded by a long, black, pod ground lead. You can connect the ground lead di

253Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingGrabbersThe grabbers have a small hook that fits around the IC pins and component leads. The grabbers have been de

254 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingMaximum Probe Input VoltageThe maximum input voltage of each logic analyzer probe is 40 volts peak.Pod Thresholds

255Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingAssembling the probing systemThe general-purpose probing system components are assembled as shown to make a connec

256 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingConnecting Probe Cables to the Logic AnalyzerAll probe cables are installed at the factory. If you need to replac

257Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingDisconnecting Probe Leads from Probe Tip AssembliesWhen you receive the logic analyzer, the probe leads are alread

258 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingConnecting the Grabbers to the ProbesConnect the grabbers to the probe leads by slipping the connector at the end

259Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingOscilloscope probes (oscilloscope option only)The two oscilloscope probes supplied with the oscilloscope option ar

26 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic Analyzer1670G-Series Logic Analyze

260 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingConnecting the pattern generator pods directly to a PC board (pattern generator option only)To connect the patter

261Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingPattern generator output pod characteristics (pattern generator option only)The following equivalent circuit infor

262 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingAgilent Technologies 10464A ECL Data Pod (terminated)Output type 10H115 with 330 ohm pulldown, 47 ohm in seriesMa

263Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingAgilent Technologies 10466A 3-State TTL/3.3 Volt Data PodOutput type 74LVT244 with 100 ohm in series10H125 on non

264 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingData Cable Characteristics Without a Data PodThe 1670G-series, with the pattern generator option, data cables wit

265Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingAgilent Technologies 10460A TTL Clock PodClock output type 10H125 with 47 ohm series; true & invertedClock out

266 Logic Analyzer ReferenceProbingAgilent Technologies 10463A ECL Clock PodClock output type 10H116 differential unterminated; anddifferential with

267Logic Analyzer ReferenceKeyboard ShortcutsKeyboard ShortcutsThis section explains how to use the optional keyboard interface (Agilent Technologie

268 Logic Analyzer ReferenceKeyboard ShortcutsPage Up and Page Down keysThe Page Up and Page Down keys page through listings. The Page Up key displa

269Logic Analyzer ReferenceKeyboard ShortcutsUsing the keyboard overlaysA keyboard overlay is included in the E2427B Keyboard Kit. The table below r

27Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerShift KeyThe Shift key, which is blue, provides lowercase letters and acces

270 Logic Analyzer ReferenceCommon Menu FieldsCommon Menu FieldsThere are a number of fields that appear throughout the different menus that have si

271Logic Analyzer ReferenceCommon Menu FieldsPrint fieldThe Print field prints what is displayed on the screen at the time you initiate the printout

272 Logic Analyzer ReferenceCommon Menu FieldsPrint DiskThe Print Disk option copies the screen in graphical form or ASCII, if available, to a file

273Logic Analyzer ReferenceCommon Menu FieldsRun/Stop fieldThe Run field starts the analyzer measurement. When you select Run, the screen switches t

274 Logic Analyzer ReferenceCommon Menu FieldsRoll fieldsSome data may not fit on screen when there are many pods or labels to display. When this ha

275Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive OperationsDisk Drive OperationsThe logic analyzer has a built-in 3.5-inch, double-sided, high-density or doubl

276 Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive Operations•Format DiskFormats a flexible disk or the internal hard disk. Either can be formatted in LIF or DO

277Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive Operations•StoreSaves system and analyzer measurement setups including data.Disk operation safeguardsIf there

278 Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive OperationsAutoloadThe Autoload operation allows you to designate a set of configuration files to be loaded au

279Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive OperationsPackBy purging files from the disk and adding other files, you may end up with blank areas on the di

28 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerExternal Trigger BNCsThe External Trigger BNCs provide the "Port In&q

280 Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive OperationsLoad and StoreWhen you choose Load or Store, you next need to set the field immediately to the righ

281Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisk Drive OperationsOscilloscope (oscilloscope option only)Oscilloscope configuration files store measurement setups, in

282 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesThis section describes the def

283Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesThe GPIB interfaceThe General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) is Agilent Techno

284 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesThe RS-232-C interfaceThe RS-232-C interface is Agilent Technologies'

285Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesData BitsData Bits are the number of bits used to represent the binary code

286 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesThe Ethernet LAN interfaceThe LAN interface is Agilent Technologies’ implem

287Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesLAN PortThere are two ports for connecting the logic analyzer to LAN. The LA

288 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe RS-232-C, GPIB, and Centronics InterfacesHelp with...These buttons provide additional information on the LAN setting

289Logic Analyzer ReferenceSystem UtilitiesSystem UtilitiesThe System Utilities menu is used for setting system level parameters such as the system

29Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerTo make a measurementFor more detail on any of the information below, see t

290 Logic Analyzer ReferenceSystem UtilitiesUpdate FLASH ROM fieldThe logic analyzer uses flash ROMs to store the operating system. The analyzer you

291Logic Analyzer ReferenceSystem UtilitiesIf you press a key other than Done, the logic analyzer will not pause for you to insert the second disk w

292 Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisplay Color SelectionDisplay Color SelectionThe color selection feature allows you to customize display colors, which

293Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisplay Color SelectionWhite is the center of the top of the cylinder (Luminosity = 100%, Saturation = 0%). The center li

294 Logic Analyzer ReferenceDisplay Color SelectionSetting the Color, Hue, Saturation, and Luminosity FieldsTo set the Color, Hue, Saturation, or Lu

295Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Configuration MenuThe Analyzer Configuration MenuType fieldThe Type field lets you configure the logic analy

296 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Configuration MenuIllegal configurationWhen both analyzers are turned on, the first pod pair 1,2 and the la

297Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuThe Analyzer Format MenuPod threshold fieldThe pod threshold field is used to set a voltage level

298 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuState acquisition modes The State Acquisition Mode field identifies the channel width and memory

299Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuTiming acquisition modes The Timing Acquisition mode field identifies the acquisition type, the c

3Oscilloscope Features (Option)• 500 MHz bandwidth•2 Gigasample per second max sampling rate• >32000 samples per channel• Marker measurementsdisp

30 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerAssign podsIn the Analyzer Configuration menu, assign the connected pods t

300 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuAcquisition modesThe Acquisition mode field identifies the channel width and sampling speed of t

301Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuClock Inputs DisplayBeneath the Data on clks, and next to the activity indicators, is a group of

302 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuPod clock field (State only)The pod clock field identifies the type of clock arrangement assigne

303Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuLatching Slave DataAnalyzer MemorySlave Latchlatches on master clocklatches on slave clockdata on

304 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuDemultiplexThe Demultiplex mode is used to store two different sets of data that occur at differ

305Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuMaster and Slave Clock fields (State only)The Master and Slave Clock fields are used to construct

306 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuSee Also "Pod Clock Field" found earlier in this chapter for information on selecting

307Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuSetup/Hold fieldSetup/Hold in the Master and Slave Clock fields adjusts the relative position of

308 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuSymbols fieldThe Symbols field is located directly below the Run field in the upper right corner

309Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuBase fieldUse the Base field to select the numeric base in which the pattern in the symbols menu

31Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerSet up triggerDefine termsIn the Analyzer Trigger menu, define trigger vari

310 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuLabel fieldsThe label fields are the fields with label names along the left side of the display

311Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Format MenuLabel polarity fieldsThe label polarity fields, which are located just after the label, are used

312 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuThe Analyzer Trigger MenuTrigger sequence levelsSequence levels are the definable stages of the

313Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuModify Trigger fieldThe Modify Trigger field allows you to modify the statements of any single s

314 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuTiming trigger function libraryThe following list contains all the functions in the library of

315Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuPattern/Edge 1. Find edge and patternCombinations This function becomes true when a selected edg

316 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuState trigger function libraryThe following list contains all the functions in the library of s

317Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuSequence 1. Find event 2 "n" times after event 1 before event 3 occursDependent functi

318 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuDelay 1. Wait "n" external clock statesThis function becomes true after a designated

319Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuModifying the user functionBefore you begin building a trigger specification using the user func

32 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerRun measurementSelect single or repetitiveFrom any Analyzer menu, select t

320 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuAs the analyzer executes the trigger specification, it searches for a match between the resourc

321Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuUsing the Occurrence CountersOccurs field. When "Occurs" is selected, the < and >

322 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuIf the "Else on" term is found, the secondary branch taken is to the designated seque

323Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuResource termsResource terms are user-defined variables that are assigned to sequence levels. Th

324 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuEdge terms 1 and 2 (Timing only)The two edge terms are only available in the timing analyzer. E

325Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuUsing Preset ValuesAssign. Assign toggles which machine the term is assigned to. All of the avai

326 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuAfter the assignment menu closes, you may see "$" indicators in the field display. A

327Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuArming Control fieldArming Control sets up the order of triggering for complicated measurements

328 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuOne possible scenario is to have several test instruments and a logic analyzer connected to a c

329Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuAcquisition Control fieldSelecting the Acquisition Control field pops up the Acquisition Control

33Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerView dataSearch for patternsIn both the Waveform and Listing menus you can

330 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuIn a timing analyzer, even when the trigger position is set to Start or End, there will always

331Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Analyzer Trigger MenuCount field (State only)The Count field accesses a selection menu which indicates whether acquis

332 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Listing MenuThe Listing MenuMarkersThe Markers field accesses the markers selection menu. When the Markers field is

333Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Listing MenuTiming analyzer markersTiming analyzers always have marker choices of Pattern, Time, or Statistics. Timin

334 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Waveform MenuThe Waveform Menusec/Div fieldWhen acquisition control is set to automatic, the sec/Div field affects t

335Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Waveform MenuDelay fieldDepending on the analyzer configuration, a positive or negative delay measured in either stat

336 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Waveform MenuViewing state values in the bus optionWhen all assigned waveforms in a label are overlaid with the Bus

337Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Waveform MenuWaveform displayAt the bottom of the Waveform menu is a reference line which displays the relative locat

338 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Mixed Display MenuThe Mixed Display MenuThe Mixed Display menu combines a state listing display located at the top o

339Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Mixed Display MenuTime-correlated displaysOnce the Time markers are set in the Waveform display area of the Mixed Dis

34 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzerMake measurementsThe markers can count occurrences of events, measure dura

340 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Chart MenuThe Chart MenuState Chart is a software post-processing feature that provides the ability to build x-y cha

341Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Chart MenuMin and Max scaling fieldsWhen State is selected for the X axis, the minimum and maximum values can range f

342 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Chart MenuAxis Control fieldAxis Control pops up a menu that lets you select what will appear on the X and Y axes, w

343Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Chart MenuRescale fieldThe Rescale field allows you to zoom in on a particular area, or move back to viewing the enti

344 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Compare MenuThe Compare MenuState Compare is a software postprocessing feature that compares bit-by-bit the acquired

345Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Compare MenuReference Listing fieldThe Reference Listing field is a toggle field that switches the listing type betwe

346 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Compare MenuThis means that when you change the current row position in the Difference listing, the analyzer automat

347Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Compare MenuFind Error fieldThe Find Error field lets you easily locate any patterns that do not match in the current

348 Logic Analyzer ReferenceThe Compare MenuMask fieldThe channel masking field is used to specify a bit, or bits in each label that you do not want

34910System Performance Analysis (SPA) Software

352Connecting Peripherals

350 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareThe System Performance Analysi

351System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareError messages and warnings used by SPA are the same as those used

352 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareWhat is System Performance Analysis?The logic analyzer's stat

353System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareOperating characteristicsThe following describes the operating char

354 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareState HistogramThe State Histogram mode displays states that occur

355System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareGetting startedThis section describes how to access the System Perf

356 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSetting up the State Format specificationWhen a State or Timing an

357System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSPA measurement processesThis section introduces you to the measure

358 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSampling methods and data sortingSPA provides a statistical summar

359System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareQualified State Histogram and Time Interval modes use all of the la

36 Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsThe 1670G-series logic analyzers comes with a PS2 mouse. It also provides conne

360 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareData sampling and sorting. When Run is pressed, all input channels

361System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareExample State Overview exampleAn example of a State Overview measur

362 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareState Histogram modeState Histogram mode displays relative activit

363System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareState Overview mode does not display data that falls out of the ran

364 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareNumber of samples per range. Displayed next to each bar is a value

365System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareExample State Histogram exampleA computer system has several I/O de

366 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareTime Interval modeTime Interval mode shows distribution of the exe

367System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareStart and end conditions need not be adjacent in the data stream. F

368 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareMin, Max, and Avg Time Statistics. The Time Interval mode display

369System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareExample Time Interval exampleA team of applications programmers is

37Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect a mouseAgilent Technologies supplies a mouse with the logic analyzer. If you prefer a diffe

370 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareExample Measurement example using all three trace modesIn a 32-bit

371System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareNext, you go to the State Histogram menu and enter the names and bo

372 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareRunning the acquisition again, you discover that the interrupt usu

373System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing State Overview, State Histogram, and Time IntervalThis sectio

374 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSPA State Overview Menu with Fields Called OutSpecifying Low and H

375System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareThe default high and low values represent the full range of the lab

376 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareZooming in on an area of interest. When viewing the State Overview

377System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing symbols for ranges. In the Format menu, you can define symbol

378 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareInterpreting the histogram display. Press the blue shift key and R

379System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing Time Interval modeUse Time Interval mode to determine the dis

38 Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect a keyboardYou can use either the Agilent-recommended keyboard, E2427B, or any other keyboa

380 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareSPA Time Interval Menu For measurement purposes, the analyzer meas

381System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing Auto-range. To quickly set up all 8 time interval ranges, sel

382 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareThe analyzer continues to search for Start/End event pairs until y

383System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing SPA with other featuresProgramming with SPASPA is programmabl

384 System Performance Analysis (SPA) SoftwareSystem Performance Analysis SoftwareUsing SPA in Group RunsThe 1670G-series logic analyzers allow you

38511Logic Analyzer Concepts

386 Logic Analyzer ConceptsLogic Analyzer ConceptsLogic Analyzer ConceptsUnderstanding how the analyzer does its job will help you use it more effec

387Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe File SystemThe File SystemThe 1670G-series logic analyzers have a complex internal file system. Many of the file attri

388 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe File SystemDirectoriesHard disk driveWhen you receive the logic analyzer, the hard disk drive is already DOS-formatte

389Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe File SystemFile typesStandard file typesThe file type is shown in a small display box centered on the line above the f

39Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect to an GPIB printerPrinters connected to the logic analyzer over GPIB must support GPIB and

390 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe File System167xsc_config. indicates the file is an oscilloscope configuration. These files are created by executing &

391Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceThe Trigger Sequence1670G-series logic analyzers have triggering and data storage features that allow

392 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceTrigger sequence specificationSee the following figure, which shows a sequence specification with fou

393Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceSequence-advance specificationThe sequence-advance branch, sometimes called the "if" branch

394 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceTrigger on specification. If there are branch and storage specifications for each sequence level, wha

395Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceAnalyzer resourcesThe sequence-advance, sequence-else, storage, and trigger-on specifications are set

396 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceYou can combine the pattern terms and range terms with logical operators to form complex pattern expr

397Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceResource Combination HierarchyGroup Pair Resource Operation Resource Pair Links Group LinkGroup 1 Pair

398 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceFor example, the following combinations are valid combinations for the analyzer:(a+b) • (In_Range2 +

399Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceThe first example shows that a and c cannot be combined at the first level. The following figure shows

4 In This BookThis User’s Guide has three sections. Section 1 covers how to use the 1670G-series logic analyzers. Section 2 covers how to connect, u

40 Connecting PeripheralsConnecting Peripherals4 Go to the System External I/O menu and configure the analyzer's printer settings.a If the anal

400 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Trigger SequenceTiming analyzerWhen you configure a timing analyzer, the trigger sequence follows the general outline

401Logic Analyzer ConceptsConfiguration Translation Between Agilent Logic AnalyzersConfiguration Translation Between Agilent Logic Analyzers Analyze

402 Logic Analyzer ConceptsConfiguration Translation Between Agilent Logic AnalyzersThe configuration translator needs to account for many aspects o

403Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareThe Analyzer HardwareThis section describes the theory of operation for the logic analyzer and descri

404 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer Hardware1670G-series analyzer theory1670G logic analyzer board

405Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareCPU boardThe microprocessor is a Motorola 68EC020 running at 25 MHz. The microprocessor controls all

406 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareGPIB interfaceThe instrument interfaces to GPIB as defined by IEEE Standard 488.2. The interface con

407Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareLAN InterfaceThe LAN Interface is primarily a single LAN integrated circuit with supporting component

408 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareLogic acquisition board theoryLogic acquisition board

409Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareProbingThe probing circuit includes the probe cable and terminations. The probe cable consists of two

41Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect to an RS-232-C printer1 Turn off the analyzer and the printer, and connect a null-modem RS-

410 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer Hardwarepurposes. A test bit pattern is sent from the Test and Clock Synchronization Circuit to the comparat

411Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareThresholdA precision octal DAC and precision op amp drivers make up the threshold circuit. Each of th

412 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareOscilloscope board theoryOscilloscope board

413Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareAttenuator/Preamp theory of operationThe channel signals are conditioned by the attenuator/preamps, t

414 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareADC Hybrid. The ACD Hybrid provides all of the sampling, digitizing, and high-speed waveform storage

415Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareThe 100 MHz reference oscillator provides the base sample frequency. The time base hybrid has program

416 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareDigital Interface. The Digital Interface provides control and interface between the system control a

417Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwarePattern Generator board theoryPattern Generator BoardLoop RegisterThe loop register holds the program

418 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareRAMConsisting of five 256Kx16 VRAM ICs and RAM addressing circuitry, the RAM stores the desired patt

419Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareThe output of the clock select multiplexer is also distributed to an external clock out circuit. The

42 Connecting PeripheralsConnecting Peripheralsd If the default print width and page length are not what you want, select the fields to toggle them.

420 Logic Analyzer ConceptsThe Analyzer HardwareSelf-tests descriptionThe self-tests identify the correct operation of major functional areas in the

42112Troubleshooting the Logic Analyzer

422 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerTroubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerTroubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerOccasionally, a measurement may not give t

423Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalyzer ProblemsAnalyzer ProblemsThis section lists general problems that you might encounter while using the

424 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalyzer ProblemsUnwanted triggersUnwanted triggers can be caused by instructions that were fetched but not ex

425Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalyzer ProblemsCapacitive loadingExcessive capacitive loading can degrade signals, resulting in incorrect cap

426 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalysis Probe ProblemsAnalysis Probe ProblemsThis section lists problems that you might encounter when using

427Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalysis Probe ProblemsSlow clockIf you have the analysis probe hooked up and running and observe a slow clock

428 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerAnalysis Probe ProblemsErratic trace measurementsThere are several general problems that can cause erratic var

429Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerInverse Assembler ProblemsInverse Assembler ProblemsThis section lists problems that you might encounter while

43Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect to a parallel printer1 Turn off the analyzer and the printer, and connect a parallel printe

430 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerInverse Assembler Problems❏ Ensure that each analyzer pod is connected to the correct analysis probe cable.The

431Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerInverse Assembler ProblemsInverse assembler will not load or runYou need to ensure that you have the correct sy

432 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerError MessagesError MessagesThis section lists some of the messages that the analyzer displays when it encount

433Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerError Messages"Selected File is Incompatible"This occurs when you try to load a configuration file fo

434 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerError Messages"Must have at least 1 edge specified"You must assign at least one clock edge to one of

435Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerError Messages"Timer is off in sequence level n where it is used"If you use timers as part of your tr

436 Troubleshooting the Logic AnalyzerError Messages"Measurement Initialization Error"The logic analyzer failed its internal hardware cali

43713Specifications

438 SpecificationsGeneral InformationGeneral InformationThis chapter lists the accessories, specifications and characteristics for the 1670G-series

439SpecificationsGeneral InformationNote 1 Quantities: 8 - 1670G6 - 1671G4 - 1672G2 - 1673GNote 2 Quantities 4 - 1670G3 - 1671G2 - 1672G1 - 1673G

44 Connecting PeripheralsConnecting PeripheralsTo connect to a controllerYou can control the 1670G-series logic analyzer with another instrument, su

440 SpecificationsGeneral InformationSpecifications (logic analyzer)The specifications are the performance standards against which the product is te

441SpecificationsGeneral InformationSpecifications (oscilloscope option)The specifications are the performance standards against which the 1670G-ser

442 SpecificationsGeneral InformationCharacteristics (logic analyzer)These characteristics are not specifications, but are included as additional in

443SpecificationsGeneral InformationCharacteristics (oscilloscope)The characteristics are not specifications, but are included as additional informa

444 SpecificationsGeneral InformationLogic levels TTL, 3-state, TTL/3.3v, 3-state TTL/CMOS, ECL terminated,ECL Unterminated, and differentialECL (wi

445SpecificationsGeneral InformationSupplemental characteristics (logic analyzer)ProbesInput resistance 100 kΩ, ±2%Input capacitance ~ 1.5-pFMinimum

446 SpecificationsGeneral InformationTiming analysisSample period accuracy 0.01 % of sample periodChannel-to-channel skew 2 ns, typicalTime interval

447SpecificationsGeneral InformationMeasurement and display functionsDisplayed waveforms. 24 lines maximum, with scrolling across 96 waveforms.Measu

448 SpecificationsGeneral InformationData entry/displayLabels. Channels may be grouped together and given a 6-character name. Up to 126 labels in ea

449SpecificationsGeneral InformationMarker functionsTime interval. The X and O markers measure the time interval between a point on a timing wavefor

453Using the Logic Analyzer

450 SpecificationsGeneral InformationSupplemental characteristics (oscilloscope)Vertical (at BNC)Vertical sensitivity range 4 mV/div to 10 V/div in

451SpecificationsGeneral InformationTriggering:Trigger Level Range: Within display window (vertical offset +/- 2 divisions)Trigger Modes:Immediate:

452 SpecificationsGeneral InformationOperating environmentTemperature Instrument, 0 °C to 55 °C (+32 °F to 131 °F).Probe lead sets and cables, 0 °C

45314Operator’s Service

454 Operator’s ServiceOperator’s ServiceOperator’s ServiceThis chapter provides information on how to prepare the logic analyzer for use, and contai

455Operator’s ServicePreparing For UsePreparing For UseThis section gives you instructions for preparing the logic analyzer for use. Power requireme

456 Operator’s ServicePreparing For UseStorageStore or ship the logic analyzer in environments within the following limits:• Temperature: -40 °C to

457Operator’s ServicePreparing For Use2 Connect the power cord to the instrument and to the power source.This instrument is equipped with a three-wi

458 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section helps you troubleshoot the logic analyzer to find the problem. The troubleshooting

459Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTo use the flowchartsFlowcharts are the primary tool used to isolate problems in the logic analyzer. The flowcha

46 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Logic AnalyzerThis chapter shows you how to perform the basic tasks necessary to make a

460 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTroubleshooting Flowchart 2

461Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTo check the power-up testsThe logic analyzer automatically performs power-up tests when you apply power to the

462 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTo run the self-testsSelf-tests identify the correct operation of major functional areas of the analyzer. You c

463Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting4 Press the System key, then select the field next to Sys PV. Select System Test to access the system tests.5 Se

464 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting6 Select Run, then select Single. To run a test continuously, select Repetitive. Select Stop to halt a repetiti

465Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting7 To exit the ROM Test, select Done. Note that the status changes to PASSED or FAILED.8 Install a formatted disk

466 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting10 Select the Display Test.A white grid pattern is displayed. These display screens can be used to adjust the d

467Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting12 In the Chip 2 Tests menu, select Run, then select Single. The test runs one time, then the screen shows the r

468 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting14 Select Data Input Inspection. All lines should show activity. Select Done to exit the Data Input Inspection.

469Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting17 Select one of the Scope PV tests. You can run all of the tests at one time by selecting All Tests, or you can

47Using the Logic AnalyzerAccessing the MenusAccessing the MenusWhen you power up the logic analyzer, the first screen after the system tests is the

470 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting19 To exit the tests, press the System key. Select the field to the right of the Sys PV field.20 Select the Exi

471Operator’s ServiceTroubleshootingTo test the auxiliary powerThe +5 V auxiliary power is protected by a current overload protection device. If the

472 Operator’s ServiceTroubleshooting

473Section 2LAN

474

47515Introducing the LAN Interface

476 Introducing the LAN InterfaceIntroducing the LAN InterfaceIntroducing the LAN InterfaceThe Agilent Technologies Logic Analyzer LAN interface let

477Introducing the LAN InterfaceIntroducing the LAN InterfaceSupported Protocols. • Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)• Networ

478 Introducing the LAN InterfaceIntroducing the LAN InterfaceLAN section overviewThe chapters in the LAN section of this User’s Guide shows you how

47916Connecting and Configuring the LAN

48 Using the Logic AnalyzerAccessing the MenusTo access the System menusThe System menus allow you to perform operations that affect the entire logi

480 Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANIn order to use your logic analyzer's

481Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANTo connect to your network1 Turn off the logic analyzer.2 Connect the analyze

482 Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANTo configure the network addressesYou can configure the logic analyzer to wo

483Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LAN2 Set up the LAN Settings menu.LAN Settings menuLan Port . The LAN Port toggl

484 Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANFile Timeout. This is not the same as the network timeout, which is set on t

485Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANTo verify connectivity with the ping utilityUse the ping utility to verify th

486 Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LANTo mount the logic analyzerNOTE: Before MountingYou need to wait at least 15

487Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LAN•UNIXFor UNIX, use your network's command for an NFS mount.For example:

488 Connecting and Configuring the LANConnecting and Configuring the LAN

48917Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LAN

49Using the Logic AnalyzerAccessing the Menus3 Select the menu field.The pop-up lists five menus: Hard Disk, Flexible Disk, External I/O, Utilities,

490 Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File Sy

491Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANTo mount the file system via NFSNOTE:

492 Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANExample Mounting the logic analyzer

493Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANFrom Computers Running the MS-DOS Ope

494 Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANFrom Computers Running MS Windows NT

495Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LAN3 In the Path field, type the name of

496 Accessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANAccessing the Logic Analyzer File System Using the LANTo access the file system via ftpTo

49718Using the LAN’s X Window Interface

498 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceThis chapter shows you how to:• Start the

499Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceTo start the interface from the front panelFrom the Logic Analyzer Front Pane

5ContentsAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic AnalyzersIn This Book1 Logic Analyzer OverviewAgilent Technologies 1670G-Series Logic Analyzer 26To

50 Using the Logic AnalyzerAccessing the MenusTo access the Analyzer menusThe Analyzer menus allow you to control the analyzer to make your measurem

500 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window Interface4 In the X-Window Settings menu that pops up, enter the IP address of the XW

501Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceTo start the interface from the computer1 On your Xserver, enable analyzer-in

502 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceExample Pseudo telnet method using a UNIX computerTo enable windows to be in

503Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceExample ftp method using a UNIX computerFile transfer protocol (ftp) can be u

504 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceTo close the interfaceFrom the XWindow Interface or Front Panel1 Go to the S

505Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceTo load the custom fonts1 From the computer running your Xserver software, ac

506 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceExample Loading the fonts using ftp and UNIXSuppose you have a UNIX computer

507Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceClose the analyzer's XWindow interface and re-start it. You should now s

508 Using the LAN’s X Window InterfaceUsing the LAN’s X Window InterfaceAdditional InformationColorThe X Window that appears on your X Server is in

50919Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LAN

51Using the Logic AnalyzerAccessing the Menus• Compare is available only when an analyzer is set to State. Use Compare to compare two listings and q

510 Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANThis chapter sh

511Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo copy ASCII measurement data1 Set up the measurement you

512 Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo copy raw measurement data1 Set up the measurement you w

513Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo restore raw measurement data1 Access the analyzer's

514 Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo copy screen images from \system\graphics1 Access the lo

515Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo copy status information from \status1 Access the logic a

516 Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANExample An example frame.txt file:Analyzer name: LP LAN An

517Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo copy configurations from setup.raw1 Set up the configura

518 Retrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANRetrieving and Restoring Data Using the LANTo restore configurations1 Access the logic analyzer'

51920Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LAN

52 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusUsing the Analyzer MenusThe following examples show how to use some of the Analyzer menus to conf

520 Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANYou can prog

521Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANTo set up for Ethernet LAN programmingBefore you can send

522 Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANTo enter commands directly using telnetThe syntax of the

523Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANExample Programming the logic analyzer over a telnet conn

524 Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANTo write programs that open the command parser socketThe

525Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LAN/* Create an endpoint for communication */ sockfd = socke

526 Programming the Logic Analyzer Using the LANProgramming the Logic Analyzer Using the LAN

52721LAN Concepts

528 LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsThis chapter describes:• Directory structure of the logic analyzer's file system• Dynamic files• New fi

529LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsDirectory structure of the logic analyzer's file systemLogic Analyzer Directory Structuresetup.raw. Binary configura

53Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusTo create or modify a label and assign channel groups, use the following procedure.1 Press the For

530 LAN ConceptsLAN Concepts\system\graphics. Image files for the current screen in TIFF, PCX, and Encapsulated PostScript formats.\status. Status i

531LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsLabel Data Files: \slot_a\data.asc\{analyzer name}\{label}.txt. Both analyzer subdirectories contain files corresponding

532 LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsDynamic filesThe logic analyzer's file system uses dynamic files for configuration information and data. This means

533LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsLAN-related fields in the logic analyzer's menusWhen your logic analyzer has LAN, several additional menu choices ar

534 LAN ConceptsLAN ConceptsTime Zone FieldWith LAN, a field labeled "Time Zone" appears in the Real Time Clock setup menu. The Real Time

53522Troubleshooting the LAN Connection

536 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the LAN ConnectionThis chapter provides troubleshooting info

537Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionGetting the logic analyzer to work

538 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionPackets routinely lostIf packets are routinely lost, proceed to the trou

539Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial Connection• Have any configuration files been modified?• Have any of the following

54 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer Menus5 Toggle the channel's group status by pressing Select.The indicator changes and the selecto

540 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionTroubleshooting in a workstation environment1 Verify the communications

541Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial Connection• Error MessagesIf error messages appear, then check the command syntax b

542 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionTroubleshooting in an MS-DOS environment1 Verify the communications link

543Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial Connection• Error MessagesIf error messages appear, then check the command syntax b

544 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionTroubleshooting in an MS Windows environment1 Verify the communications

545Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial Connection• Error MessagesIf error messages appear, then check the command syntax b

546 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionVerify the logic analyzer performanceThe logic analyzer performance veri

547Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionProcedureThis procedure verifies the performance of the LAN interface. To

548 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial Connection9 Exit the Test System.a Select System Test, then select Exit Test from

549Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionThe following table describes each bit in the status number.Status BitsBi

55Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusTo create a symbolSymbols are alphanumeric mnemonics that represent specific data patterns or rang

550 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionStatus Bits (continued)Status BitsBit 6 The TRANS (Transceiver, such as

551Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionNetwork Status InformationThe Ethernet Statistics menu supports network t

552 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionTroubleshooting the Initial ConnectionInformation on the Ethernet Statistics menuStatus BitsEther Address The

553Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsSolutions to Common ProblemsThis section describes common problems you may encounte

554 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsIf you cannot mount the logic analyzer file systemIf you get a "device busy&q

555Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsIf you get an "already mounted" or "no more mounts available" m

556 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsIf you cannot copy files from the logic analyzerIf you can only copy a few bytes o

557Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsIf you get an "operation timed-out" message❏ Check the LAN connection bet

558 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionSolutions to Common ProblemsIf all else fails❏ Contact your system administrator.❏ If you still cannot solve t

559Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionGetting Service SupportGetting Service SupportThis section provides information about support services.Return t

56 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer Menus5 If additional Symbols are needed, repeat step 4 until you have added all symbols. In this examp

560 Troubleshooting the LAN ConnectionGetting Service Support

561Section 3Symbol Utility

562

56323Symbol Utility Introduction

564 Symbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility IntroductionThe Symbol Utility provides you with a new way to view your log

565Symbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility IntroductionSupported Symbol File FormatsThe Symbol Utility will support OMF files in the following for

566 Symbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility IntroductionOMF86. This OMF is produced by language tools for Intel 80x86 series and Pentium microproc

567Symbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility section overviewThe chapters in the Symbol Utility section of this User’s Gu

568 Symbol Utility IntroductionSymbol Utility Introduction

56924Getting Started with the Symbol Utility

57Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusTo examine an analyzer waveformThe Analyzer Waveform menu lets you view state or timing data in a

570 Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityYou can use the OMF Symbol

571Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityTo Access the Symbol File Load MenuTo begin working with symbols in

572 Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol Utility3 Select the Specify Database field in the Symbol menu.

573Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityMethod 2: Using the Symbol Field in the Format Menu1 Go to the Anal

574 Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityThe OMF Symbol Load menu appears. Use this menu to load an Object

575Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityTo Access the Symbol Browser1 Go to the Analyzer Trigger menu.2 Set

576 Getting Started with the Symbol UtilityGetting Started with the Symbol UtilityThe OMF Symbol Browser menu appears. Use this menu to select an OM

57725Using the Symbol Utility

578 Using the Symbol UtilityTo generate a symbol fileIn order to view symbols from your software in the Listing or Waveform menus of the logic analy

579Using the Symbol UtilityTo Load a Symbol File1 Access the OMF Symbol Load menu.There are two methods available to access this menu. See "To

58 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer Menus5 To scroll through waveforms, select the large rectangle below the Div field and use the knob.Th

580 Using the Symbol Utility4 Select the OMF File field. In the pop-up, turn the knob to highlight the desired file name. Select the Select field to

581Using the Symbol UtilityThe symbol file is loaded into the analyzer. You can load several symbol files into the analyzer.When you load a symbol f

582 Using the Symbol UtilityTo Display Symbols in the Trace List1 Load the appropriate symbol file.2 Display the trace listing in the Listing menu o

583Using the Symbol UtilityTo Trigger on a SymbolYou must load a symbol file into the analyzer before you can trigger on OMF symbols.1 Go to the Tri

584 Using the Symbol Utility4 In the pop-up menu, select the User Symbol Table field. Choose OMF Symbol Table.5 Use the knob to scroll through the l

585Using the Symbol UtilityTo View a List of Symbol Files Currently Loaded into the System1 Access the OMF Symbol Load menu.There are two methods av

586 Using the Symbol UtilityTo Remove a Symbol File From the System1 Access the OMF Symbol Load menu.There are two methods available to access this

58726Symbol Utility Features and Functions

588 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsSymbol Utility Features and FunctionsSymbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe Symbol Utility adds two main

589Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuThe OMF Symbol Load menu is used to load the OMF f

59Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusExample The following example shows a state waveform from the Agilent Technologies analysis probe

590 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuOMF File FieldThe OMF File field is used to select the OMF file that you would

591Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuLabel FieldUse this field to specify the data label that the symbols will corre

592 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuLoad FieldSelect this field to load the symbol file into the logic analyzer. D

593Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuCurrent Loaded Files FieldSelect this field to view a list of the symbol files

594 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuSection Relocation OptionThe Section Relocation option allows you to add offse

595Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol File Load MenuSet Absolute Section LocationUse this option to set an absolute address for the

596 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuThe OMF Symbol Browser menu allows you to browse thro

597Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuSymbol Type Selection Field (User vs. OMF)This field allows you to choose between

598 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuFind FieldUse this field to locate particular symbols in the symbol databases th

599Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuQuestion mark wildcard (?)If you are using a keyboard to control your logic analy

6 ContentsUsing the Analyzer Menus 52To label channel groups 52To create a symbol 55To examine an analyzer waveform 57To examine an analyzer listing

60 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusTo examine an analyzer listingThe Analyzer Listing menu displays state or timing data as patterns

600 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuBrowse Results DisplayThis area of the display shows you a list of the symbols t

601Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuAlign to xx Byte OptionMost processors do not fetch instructions from memory on b

602 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuOffset OptionThe Offset option allows you to add an offset value to the starting

603Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuContext DisplayThe Context display, just below the Find field, indicates the orig

604 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe OMF Symbol Browser MenuSymbol Mode FieldThe OMF symbols can be viewed in one of two formats:• as global

605Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatThe Symbol Utility supports a Gene

606 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatCreating a GPA Symbol FileYou can create a GPA symbol file using any t

607Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatGPA File FormatA GPA file can be divided into records using record head

608 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatExample Here is a GPA file that contains several different kinds of re

609Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatSections Format [SECTIONS]section_name start..end attributeUse SECTIONS

61Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer Menus4 To scroll the data, use the Page keys or select the data roll field and use the knob.If you sele

610 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatExample [SECTIONS]prog 00001000..00001FFFdata 00002000..00003FFFdispla

611Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatFunctions Format [FUNCTIONS]func_name start..endUse FUNCTIONS to define

612 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatVariables Format [VARIABLES]var_name start [size]var_name start..endYo

613Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatSource Line Numbers Format [SOURCE LINES]File: file_nameline# addressUs

614 Symbol Utility Features and FunctionsThe General-Purpose ASCII File FormatStart Address Format [START ADDRESS]addressaddressThe address of the p

Index 615Symbols* character, 598.ns files, 581, 592loading, 592? character, 599AAC/DC Cal, 415accessing menus, 47System menus, 48accessing symbol uti

616 IndexLabel vs. State, 340cleanlogic analyzer, 457cleaning the instrument, 627clock circuitpattern generator board theory, 418Clock Inputs display

Index 617Done key, 26drive name, 493, 494dynamic files, 517, 532problems with SUN operating systems, 532Eedge terms, 395Encapsulated PostScript files

618 Indexin MS-DOS, 542in workstations, 540huesetting, 294Iillegal configuration, 296instrument, cleaning the, 627interleave trace lists, 129intermit

Index 619new, 533Min and Max scaling fields, 341mixed displaystate and timing, 131Mixed Display menu, 338Modify Trigger field, 313Module field, 591mo

62 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusExample The following illustration shows a listing from the Agilent Technologies analysis probe f

620 IndexNormal mode, 160Occur field, 181Offset field, 157pattern trigger mode, 165Preset field, 159probe attenuation factor, 158Probe field, 158Run

Index 621power requirements, 455power-up tests, 461prefetch, 601offsetting trigger term, 602preprocessor problems, 426erratic trace measurements, 428

622 Indexrestoring, 518Setup/Hold field, 307Shift Keydescription, 27Shift key, 27single-client/single-server, 537, 543, 545size of files, 532slow ope

Index 623timing acquisition modes, 299timing sampling rates, 94timing trigger function library, 314trace listingsymbols in, 582trace listsinterleave,

624 Indexworkstationserror messages, 541error messages from ping, 541hostname, 540intermittent response from ping, 541no response from ping, 541norma

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63Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusTo compare two listingsThe Compare menu allows you to take two state analyzer acquisitions and com

64 Using the Logic AnalyzerUsing the Analyzer MenusThe Difference listing displays the states that are identical in dark typeface, and the states th

65Using the Logic AnalyzerThe Inverse AssemblerThe Inverse AssemblerWhen the analyzer captures a trace, it captures binary information. The analyzer

66 Using the Logic AnalyzerThe Inverse AssemblerThe particular sequences that each label requires depends on the type of chip the inverse assembler

67Using the Logic AnalyzerThe Inverse AssemblerIf you roll the trace list to a new position and press Invasm again, the inverse assembler repeats th

68 Using the Logic AnalyzerThe Inverse Assembler

694Using the Trigger Menu

Contents 7Managing Memory 89To selectively store branch conditions (state only) 90To set the memory length 91To place the trigger in memory 93To set

70 Using the Trigger MenuUsing the Trigger MenuUsing the Trigger MenuTo use the logic analyzer efficiently, you need to be able to set up your own t

71Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic TriggerSpecifying a Basic TriggerThe default analyzer triggers are While storing "anystate" TRI

72 Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic TriggerTo assign terms to an analyzerWhen you turn the logic analyzer on, Analyzer 1 is named Machine 1

73Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic Trigger4 To change a term assignment, select the term field.The term fields toggle from one section to th

74 Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic TriggerTo define a termBoth default triggers trigger on term "a". If you only need to look for

75Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic TriggerTo change the trigger specificationMost triggers use terms other than "a." Even a simple

76 Using the Trigger MenuSpecifying a Basic Trigger4 Select Done until you are back at the Trigger menu.Term Selection Pop-up Menu

77Using the Trigger MenuChanging the Trigger SequenceChanging the Trigger SequenceMost measurements require more complicated triggers to better filt

78 Using the Trigger MenuChanging the Trigger SequenceTo add sequence levelsYou can add sequence levels anywhere except after the final one.1 In the

79Using the Trigger MenuChanging the Trigger Sequence5 Fill in the fields and select Done.Sequence Level Pop-up Menu

8 Contentsonly) 124To trigger timing analysis of a count-down on a set of data lines 125To monitor two coprocessors in a target system 126Special Dis

80 Using the Trigger MenuChanging the Trigger SequenceTo change trigger functionsYou do not need to add and delete levels just to change a level&apo

81Using the Trigger MenuSetting Up Time Correlation between AnalyzersSetting Up Time Correlation between AnalyzersThere are two possible combination

82 Using the Trigger MenuSetting Up Time Correlation between AnalyzersTo set up time correlation between two state analyzersTo correlate the data be

83Using the Trigger MenuSetting Up Time Correlation between AnalyzersTo set up time correlation between a timing and a state analyzerTo set up time

84 Using the Trigger MenuArming and Additional InstrumentsArming and Additional InstrumentsOccasionally you may need to start the analyzer acquiring

85Using the Trigger MenuArming and Additional InstrumentsTo arm the oscilloscope with the analyzer (1670G-series logic analyzers with the oscillosco

86 Using the Trigger MenuArming and Additional InstrumentsExample In this example STATE MACH triggers from Group Run, then arms TIME MACH and Scope.

87Using the Trigger MenuArming and Additional InstrumentsTo receive an arm signal from another instrumentWhen you set the analyzer to wait for an ar

88 Using the Trigger MenuArming and Additional Instruments4 To change the default settings, select the analyzer field.A small pop-up menu appears. T

89Using the Trigger MenuManaging MemoryManaging MemorySometimes you will need every last bit of memory you can get on the logic analyzer. There are

Contents 9Oscilloscope Common Menus 152Run/Stop options 152Autoscale 154Time base 156The Scope Channel Menu 157Offset field 157Probe field 158Couplin

90 Using the Trigger MenuManaging MemoryTo selectively store branch conditions (state only)Besides setting up your trigger levels to store anystate,

91Using the Trigger MenuManaging MemoryTo set the memory lengthThe 1670G-series logic analyzer’s memory length can be adjusted. The table on the fol

92 Using the Trigger MenuManaging Memory3 Select Done to exit the Acquisition Control menu.1 With tags turned off or non-interleaved tags. Tags are

93Using the Trigger MenuManaging MemoryTo place the trigger in memoryIn Automatic Acquisition Mode, the exact location of the trigger depends on the

94 Using the Trigger MenuManaging MemoryTo set the sampling rates (Timing only)A timing analyzer samples the data based on its own internal clock. A

955Triggering Examples

96 Triggering ExamplesTriggering ExamplesTriggering ExamplesAs you begin to understand a problem in your system, you may realize that certain condit

97Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesThe following examples require only a single analyzer to make mea

98 Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesTo store and time the execution of a subroutineMost system software of any kind is composed of

99Triggering ExamplesSingle-Machine Trigger ExamplesThe figure below shows what you would see on your analyzer screen after entering the sequence sp