Tektronix P6475, P6474, P6473, P6472, P6471, P6470, TLA7PG2 User Manual
Instruction Manual
TLA7PG2
Pattern Generator Probes
071-1017-01
This document supports Tektronix Logic Analyzer Family Software Version 4.1 and Tektronix Pattern Generator Software Version 1.3 and above.
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.
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workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If a product proves defective during this
warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor,
or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration
of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with
shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a
location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for
paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has been
modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time
or difficulty of servicing the product.
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TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR
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Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use this
product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of the system. Read
the General Safety Summary in other system manuals for warnings and cautions
related to operating the system.
To Avoid Fire or
Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Ground the Product. These products (P6470, P6471, P6472, P6473, and P6474)
are indirectly grounded through the grounding conductor of the mainframe
power cord. The P6475 is directly grounded through the grounding conductor of
the probe power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the instrument power, then
disconnect the power cord from the mains power.
Use Care When Servicing With Power On. Dangerous voltages or currents may
exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and
disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.
This section provides a brief description of the TLA7PG2 probes and information on connecting the probes from the pattern generator module to the target
system.
The pattern generator probes provide multichannel signals to simulate signals in
a test environment. Following are descriptions of the probes discussed in this
manual:
P6470 TTL/CMOS
P6471 ECL
P6472 PECL/LVPECL
P6473 LVDS
The P6470 provides TTL or CMOS signals to the target system and contains 16
data outputs, 1 clock output, and 1 strobe output. The V
adjustable from 2.0 V to 5.5 V. Figure 14 on page 18 shows the P6470 input/output circuit.
The P6470 probe comes standard with 75 termination resistors packs. You can
change the resistor packs to provide impedance matching for the target system.
Refer to Removing the Probe Cover on page 46 and Changing the SeriesTermination Resistors on page 47.
The P6471 ECL pattern generator probe provides ECL signals to the target
system and contains 16 data outputs, 1 clock output, and 1 strobe output. Figure
15 on page 19 shows the P6471 input/output circuit.
The P6472 provides PECL/LVPECL signals to the target system and contains 8
data outputs, 1 clock output, and 1 strobe output. You can select PECL or
LVPECL by moving a jumper in the probe. See Configuring the P6472 forPECL or LVPECL on page 48. Figure 16 on page 20 shows the P6472 input/output circuit.
The P6473 provides LVDS signals to the target system and contains 16 data
outputs, 1 clock output, and 1 strobe output. All inputs and outputs are LVDS
level.
The P6474 provides LVCMOS signals to the target system and contains 16 data
outputs, 1 clock output and 1 strobe output. Figure 18 on page 22 shows the
P6474 input/output circuit.
V
The
of the output driver is adjustable from 1.2 V to 3.3 V.
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Operating Basics
The P6474 comes standard with 75 termination resistors packs. You can
change the resistor packs to provide impedance matching for the target system.
Refer to Removing Probe the Cover on page 46 and Changing the SeriesTermination Resistors on page 47.
P6475 Variable
The P6475 provides logic family signals such as ECL, TTL/CMOS, and
PECL/LVPECL and contains 8 data outputs and one clock output. The P6475
also supports variable delay (0 to 50 ns) for two channels (CH6 and CH7).
When using the P6475 probe with a P6470 (TTL/CMOS), P6473 (LVDS), or
P6474 (LVCMOS) probe, it is recommended that you use a Time Alignment
Cable (P/N 012-A223-00) in conjunction with the TLA7PG2 Pattern Generator
Module. The Time Alignment Cable ensures that the P6475 and the P6470,
P6473, or P6474 probes are time aligned and can be used together. Please order
one Time Alignment Cable (P/N 012-A223-00) for each P6470, P6473, and
P6474 probe.
Probe Lead Sets and Cables
Figure 1 shows a typical pattern generator probe with the lead sets and probe
cable. The probe cable is included with the TLA7PG2 pattern generator module.
Refer to Probe Connectors and Signal Names, beginning on page 7, for probe
connector information.
Probe cable
Front panel
Lead sets
Figure 1: Standard probe, lead sets, and probe cable
4. Connect the probe to the pattern generator module on the logic analyzer.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the pattern generator module or probe, do not
connect or disconnect the pattern generator cables to or from the pattern
generator module or probe while the logic analyzer is powered on. The
recommended DUT (Device Under Test) and pattern generator power on/off
sequence is as follows:
Power on the DUT first, then power on the pattern generator. Power off the
pattern generator and then power off the DUT.
Although the pattern generator probe cable appears to be a SCSI cable, it is not
compatible with a SCSI cable; do not use a SCSI cable with the pattern
generator module, or use the pattern generator probe cable with a SCSI
instrument.
The probe is fragile; handle it carefully.
Connecting the P6475 Probe
P6475 Connections
Do the following steps to connect the P6475 to the logic analyzer, the target
system, and to the power source:
1. Power off the logic analyzer and the target system before connecting the
pattern generator probes.
2. Connect the lead sets to the target system.
3. Connect the P6475 as shown in Figure 2. The probe cable is reversible;
either end can be connected to the P6475.
4. Connect the P6475 power cord.
5. Connect the probe to the pattern generator module on the logic analyzer.