The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent) 16950B is a high-performance state and timing logic analyzer module designed for the 16900 Series logic analysis mainframes. With support for state clock rates up to 667 MHz, data rates up to 1066 Mb/s, and a 4 GHz timing zoom with deep selectable memory options, the 16950B is engineered to handle complex, demanding digital debugging tasks.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesMainframe backplane interface, 90-pin probe connectors
DisplayNone (utilizes mainframe display)
Warm-up Time30 minutes
Recommended Calibration Cycle2 years

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyPowered via mainframe backplane
Dimensions (W×H×D)Single-slot module for 16900 Series mainframes

State Analysis Performance

ParameterValue
Maximum State Clock Rate667 MHz
Maximum State Data Rate1066 Mb/s
State Channels per Module136
Minimum Setup and Hold Time125 ps / 125 ps (Option 667), 300 ps / 300 ps (Option 450)
Minimum State Eye Width550 ps (Option 667), 800 ps (Option 450)

Timing Analysis Performance

ParameterValue
Maximum Conventional Timing Sample Rate (Half Channel)1.2 GHz
Maximum Conventional Timing Sample Rate (Full Channel)600 MHz
Maximum Transitional Timing Sample Rate600 MHz
Maximum High-Speed Timing (Zoom) Sample Rate4 GHz
High-Speed Timing Sample Resolution250 ps
Timing Channels per Module136

Memory and Triggering

ParameterValue
Selectable Memory Depths1 M, 4 M, 16 M, 32 M, or 64 M (option dependent)
High-Speed Timing Zoom Memory Depth64 K
Simultaneous Eye DiagramsSupported on all channels

Probe and Input Characteristics

ParameterValue
Supported Probe Interfaces90-pin logic analyzer probes
Threshold SupportSingle-ended and differential
Automated Threshold/Sample PositionSupported

Multi-Module and Frame Integration

ParameterValue
Compatible MainframesKeysight / Agilent 16900 Series
Slot Width Requirement1 slot
Multi-Module IntegrationCombine modules for higher-channel counts

Threshold & Voltage

ParameterValue
Voltage Threshold Range-3.0 V to +5.0 V in 10 mV steps
Threshold Accuracy±(30 mV + 1% of threshold setting)

Triggering

ParameterValue
Trigger Sequencer Max Levels16
Pattern Recognizers10
Range Recognizers2
Timers2
Counters2
Maximum Trigger Sequencer SpeedUp to 667 MHz (option-dependent)

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Humidity Range8% to 80% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to +75 °C
Operating AltitudeUp to 3,000 m
Storage AltitudeUp to 15,300 m

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
Module Connector TypeHigh-density 90-pin connectors

Software & Control

ParameterValue
Host Software CompatibilityKeysight Logic Analyzer Application Software

Compliance

ParameterValue
Safety Standards ComplianceIEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1
EMC Standards ComplianceIEC 61326-1, EN 61326-1, CISPR 11 / EN 55011 Class A

Technology

Logic Analysis

Applications

Digital Systems Debugging, State and Timing Analysis, High-Speed Bus Verification