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SECTION I
General Information
1-1. Introduction
This service manual explains how to test, adjust,
and service the Hewlett-Packard 16500A/16501A
Logic Analysis System. This manual is divided
into six sections as follows:
I - General Information
II - Installation
III - Performance Tests
IV - Adjustments
V - Replaceable Parts
VI- Service
The General Information Section includes a
description of the HP 16500A/16501A, its
specifications, options, available accessories, and
recommended test equipment for maintaining the
instrument.
Information for operating, programming, and
interfacing with the HP 16500A/16501A is
contained in the Operating and Programming
manual set supplied with each instrument.
Shipped with this manual are service manuals for
each module ordered with the HP
16500A/16501A. To complete the service
documentation for your system, unpack the
module service manuals and place them in the
3-ring binder of this manual.
1-2. Instruments Covered by This
Manual
The instrument serial number is on the rear panel
of the instrument. Hewlett-Packard uses a
two-part serial number consisting of a four-digit
prefix and a five-digit suffix separated by a letter
(for example, 0000A00000). The prefix is the
same for all identical instruments and the suffix is
different for each instrument. Prefix changes are
for parts compatibility and for instrument tracking.
The only time the manual will be updated to reflect
a new prefix is for parts compatibility. This manual
applies directly to instruments with the serial prefix
shown on the title page.
HP 16500A/16501A - General Information
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