Tektronix TLA7AA Series, Service Manual

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Operating Information
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TLA7AXX/TLA7NAX Logic Analyzer Module Service Manual
Software Installation
The logic analyzer module operation is controlled by the Tektronix logic
analyzer application software located on the hard disk of the mainframe. This
software is installed when you purchased your logic analyzer or when you
upgrade the software through one of the TLA7UP Field Upgrade Kit options.
The logic analyzer module contains firmware which may need to be upgraded to
function with the latest system software version; the firmware upgrade procedure
is provided with the TLA7UP Field Upgrade Kit. The procedure is also
described in this manual under
Updating or Restoring the Logic Analyzer
Firmware beginning on page 6--37.
Operating Information
This section provides a high-level overview of the controls and connectors of the
logic analyzer module. It provides a high-level overview of the logic analyzer
user interface and software.
Figure 2--3 shows the connectors and indicators on the front panel of a 136-chan-
nel logic analyzer module. Modules with fewer channels look and operate the
same, but without the additional probe connectors.
Injector/Ejector Handles.
The injector/ejector tabs are used to seat and unseat the
modules in the mainframe.
READY Indicator.
The READY indicator lights continuously after the logic
analyzer module successfully completes the power-on process. If the indicator
fails to light within five seconds of power-on, an internal module failure may be
present.
ACCESSED Indicator.
The ACCESSED indicator lights anytime the controller
accesses the logic analyzer module.
ARM’D Indicator.
The ARM’D indicator lights when the logic analyzer module is
armed during an acquisition.
TRIG’D Indicator.
The TRIG’D indicator lights when the logic analyzer module
triggers and stays on until the module finishes acquiring data.
Front Panel