Specifications

To test the logic analyzer probe cables
This test allows you to functionally verify the probe cable and probe tip assembly of any of the
logic analyzer pods. Only one probe cable can be tested at a time. Repeat this test for each
probe cable to be tested.
Equipment Required
Equipment Critical Specification Recommended
Model/Part
Pulse Generator 100 MHz, 3.5 ns pulse width,
< 600 ps rise time
HP 8131A Option 020
Adapter (Qty 4) SMA (m) - BNC (f) HP 1250-1200
Coupler (Qty 4) BNC (m)(m) HP 1250-0216
6x2 Test Connectors (Qty 4)
1 Turn on the equipment required and the logic analyzer.
2 Set up the pulse generator according to the following table.
Pulse Generator Setup
Timebase Channel 2 Period Channel 1
Mode: Int Mode: Pulse Divide: Divide ÷ 1 Mode: Pulse
Period: 20.000 ns Divide: PULSE ÷ 1 Ampl: 0.50 V Delay: 0.000 ns
Width: 3.500 ns Offs: 0.00 V Width: 3.500 ns
High: −0.90 V High: −0.90 V
Low: −1.70 V Low: −1.70 V
COMP: Disabled
(LED Off)
COMP: Disabled
(LED Off)
3 Set up the logic analyzer Configuration menu.
a Press the Config key.
b In the Analyzer 1 box, select the field to the right of Type, then select State.
Troubleshooting
To test the logic analyzer probe cables
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