Agilent 16500B Setting Up the System

Setting Up the System
Publication Number 16500- 90923 First Edition, May 1993
For Safety Information, War ranties , and Regulatory information, see the pages at the back of this book
© Copyright Hewlett-Packar d Company 1993 All Rights Reserved
HP 16500B Logic Analysis System

Introduction

Welcome to the Hewlett-Packard 16500B Logic Analysis System. The HP 16500B system has been designed to be the easiest measurement system to use, ever. Its modula r main frame allows you to configure the system with just the meas ureme nt module s you want.
This manual explains how to prepare the logic analysis system for operation . It tells you how to inspect and prep are the syste m, and provides step-by-step instructions for connecting optional equipment and turning on the power to the system.
After you have read this manua l and unpa cke d, insp ec ted, and begun operating the instrument, you r next step depen ds on your own needs:
If you are a first-time user, you should read the two “Feeling
Comfortable” books included with the HP 16500B.
If you want to learn about the syste m int erfa ce an d get hands-on
training using the HP 16500B system to make real measurements , try some of the exercises in the
Training Kit
.
Logic Analyzer
If you are familiar with logic analyzers and digitizing oscilloscopes,
you may want to go directly to the and the user’s references or programming guides for your measu rement module s.
HP 16500B User’s Reference
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This chapter provides you with information you need to set up your HP 16500B Logic Analysis Syst em. It includes info rma tio n on inspecting the instrume nt when you initially rece ive it, inclu ding a list of the manuals, disks, and standard accessories you should recieve with the instrument.
Once you have inspected the instrument, you can use the information in this chap ter to position the inst rumen t, to conne ct optional interface devices, and to turn on the instrument power. This chapter also describ es the step s the HP 16500B syst em completes during power-up.

Getting Started

Getting Started

Initial Inspection

Initial Inspection
Before you begin to set up your logic analysis system, you should inspect it for damage. You should also check the contents of the shipping container, to ensure that you have received the proper manuals and accessories.
Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or packaging material is damaged, you should
keep them until the contents of the shipment have been checked. If shipping damage has occurred or if the instrument does not operate properly, refer to the
Check for the correct manuals and disks. The manuals and disks included with the HP 16500B mainframe are:
HP 16500B/16501A Service Guide
.
Feeling Comfortable with Logic Analyzers
with Digitizing Oscilloscopes
this manual,
Logic Analyzer Training Kit
HP 16500B/16501A User’s Reference.
HP 16500B/16501A Programmer’s Reference
HP 16500B/16501A Service Guide.
a plastic pouch containing Composite Operating System Sof tware for
the HP 16500B Logic Analysis System (multiple disks).
Each measurement module includes the following manuals:
a User’s Reference.
a Programmer’s Guide.
a Service Guide.
Setting Up The System
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and
Feeling Comfortab l e
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Getting Started
Initial Inspection
Check for standard accessories
One power cable
One RS-232 loop-back connector, part number 01650-63202
The standard accessories included with each module vary from module to module. To find a list of the accessories included with your modules, refer to the reference manual for each of your modules.
If any of the standard accessories are missing, contact the nearest Hewlett-Packard sales office.
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Getting Started

To Set Up the HP 16500B Mainframe

To Set Up the HP 16500B Mainframe
1 Position the instrumen t to allow room for airflow throug h the side and rear pane ls.
CAUTION Place the mainframe at least 2 inches away
from any wall or away from other instruments. If there is not adequate space between the HP 16500B system and other objects, the system may overheat and may become damaged.
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2 Set the tilt stands by pulling them forward until
they lock into place. (This step is optional.)
Getting Started

To Connect a Mouse

To Connect a Mouse
1 If you have an opition al mou se, proceed to step 2. If you do not have a mouse, go to the nex t pa ge.
2 Plug the end of the m ouse cable mark ed with two dots into the HI L con nect or on t he HP 16500B fr ont
panel.
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Getting Started

To Connect a Keyboard

To Connect a Keyboard
1 If you have an optional keyboard, plug the end of the cable marked with one dot into the connect or
marked wit h one do t on the back of the keyboard.
2 Plug the end of the keyboard cable marked with two dots into the HIL connecto r on the HP 165 00B
front panel.
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Getting Started

To Connect Both a Mouse and Keyboard

To Connect Both a Mouse and Keyboard
1 To use a mouse and keyboar d simulta neou sly, connect the keyboard to the HP 16500B. Plug the
mouse cable into the con nect or marke d w ith two dot s on the back of the key boar d.
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