The Keysight (Agilent/HP) 1663C is a 34-channel benchtop logic analyzer designed for digital hardware debugging and system integration. It features 100 MHz state speed, up to 500 MHz timing analysis speed on half channels, a built-in 9-inch monochrome CRT, and support for HP-IB and RS-232C interfaces.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | HP-IB (GPIB), RS-232C, Centronics parallel printer port |
| Display | 9-inch monochrome CRT, 640 x 350 pixels |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 115/230 V AC (+10%/-25%), 48-66 Hz, 200 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm x 198 mm x 366 mm |
| Weight | 11.8 |
Logic Analysis Channels
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 34 |
State Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum State Analysis Speed | 100 MHz |
| State Clocks | 2 |
| Setup/Hold Time Window | 3.5 ns |
| Minimum State Clock Pulse Width | 3.5 ns |
Timing Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Conventional Timing Rate | 250 MHz |
| Maximum Conventional Timing Rate (Half Channel) | 500 MHz |
| Maximum Transitional Timing Rate | 125 MHz |
| Maximum Transitional Timing Rate (Half Channel) | 250 MHz |
| Minimum Glitch Detection Width | 3.5 ns |
Memory
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Depth per Channel | 4,096 samples |
| Memory Depth per Channel (Half Channel) | 8,192 samples |
Probe Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 100 kΩ || 8 pF |
| Input Dynamic Range | ±10 V |
| Minimum Input Voltage Swing | 500 mV p-p |
| Threshold Range | -6.0 V to +6.0 V (TTL, ECL, CMOS, User-Defined) |
| Threshold Accuracy | ±(100 mV + 3% of threshold setting) |
| Threshold Resolution | 50 mV |
Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Floppy Disk Drive | 3.5-inch 1.44 MB (MS-DOS compatible) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +75 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
| Non-Operating Altitude | Up to 15,300 m (50,000 ft) |
| Relative Humidity Range | Up to 90% non-condensing at +40 °C |
Logic Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Pods | 2 |
| Data Channels | 32 |
| Clock Channels | 2 |
Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sequence Levels | 12 |
| Pattern Recognizers | 10 |
| Range Recognizers | 2 |
| Edge/Transition Recognizers | 2 |
| Trigger Macros | 14 |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Trigger Input | BNC, Rin ≈ 3.2 kΩ, Max input ±15 V |
| External Trigger Output | BNC, VOH ≥ 2.0 V into 50 Ω, VOL ≤ 0.4 V into 50 Ω |
| Target Control Port | 8-pin mini-DIN, 8 open-collector outputs |
| Video Output Port | 15-pin D-sub (VGA) |
| Maximum Probe Input Voltage | ±40 V peak |
| Standard Probe Model | HP 10474A |
Data Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| File System Support | MS-DOS, LIF |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
| Display Type | 9-inch monochrome CRT |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Language | SCPI |
Technology
Logic Analyzer
Applications
Embedded Systems Debugging, Digital Circuit Verification