The Tektronix TLA5203B is a 102-channel, high-performance logic analyzer belonging to the TLA5000B Series. It combines high-speed timing resolution, fast state acquisition, deep memory, and sophisticated triggering to provide robust debug capabilities for digital designs. Featuring an integrated Windows PC controller, a 10.4-inch XGA display, and simultaneous 125 ps MagniVu timing acquisition, it enables detailed inspection of complex digital signals.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 10.4-in. Active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024×768 (XGA) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 264 V AC @ 45 to 66 Hz, 360 W maximum |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 438 mm × 285 mm × 288 mm |
| Weight | 12 kg |
Acquisition Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 102 (96 data, 4 clock, 2 qualifier) |
| MagniVu Timing Resolution | 125 ps (8 GHz) |
| MagniVu Memory Depth | 16 Kb per channel |
| Conventional Timing Sample Rate (Half Channel) | 2.0 GHz (500 ps) |
| Conventional Timing Sample Rate (Full Channel) | 1.0 GHz (1 ns) |
| Conventional Timing Memory Depth (Half Channel) | 4 Mb / 16 Mb / 64 Mb (option dependent) |
| Conventional Timing Memory Depth (Full Channel) | 2 Mb / 8 Mb / 32 Mb (option dependent) |
| Maximum State Clock Rate | 235 MHz |
| Maximum State Data Rate | 470 Mb/s |
| State Memory Depth (Half Channel) | 4 Mb / 16 Mb / 64 Mb (option dependent) |
| State Memory Depth (Full Channel) | 2 Mb / 8 Mb / 32 Mb (option dependent) |
| Minimum State Setup and Hold Window | 1.5 ns |
| Minimum Detectable Pulse Width | 1.25 ns |
Triggering System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger States | 16 |
| Trigger Sequence Rate | 235 MHz |
| Word Recognizers | 16 |
| Range Recognizers | 4 |
| Transition Recognizers | 16 |
| Counter/Timers | 2 (32-bit) |
| Glitch Detector | Yes |
| Setup and Hold Violation Detector | Yes |
| Trigger Position | 0% to 100% of record |
| Trigger In to Trigger Out Delay | <55 ns (typical) |
Probing and Signal Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Probe Interfaces | P6400 series |
| Input Resistance | 20 kΩ (probe dependent, e.g., P6417) |
| Input Capacitance | 1.4 pF (probe dependent, e.g., P6417) |
| Threshold Voltage Range | -2.0 V to +4.5 V |
| Threshold Setting Resolution | 10 mV |
| Minimum Input Voltage Swing | 300 mV (single-ended) |
| Maximum Input Voltage (Non-destruct) | ±15 V |
System and Platform Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows XP Professional |
| Internal Display Size | 10.4 in. |
| Internal Display Resolution | 1024 × 768 |
| Internal Display Type | Active-matrix color TFT LCD |
| Optical Drive Type | CD-RW/DVD-ROM |
| System Memory | 1 GB |
| Hard Disk Drive Capacity | 80 GB (or larger) |
Connectivity and I/O Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN Port (Ethernet) | 10/100/1000 Mb/s (RJ-45) |
| USB Ports | 5 × USB 2.0 (2 front, 3 rear) |
| External Display Output | 15-pin SVGA |
| GPIB Interface | IEEE 488.2 |
| Serial Port | 9-pin D-sub RS-232 |
| Parallel Port | 25-pin D-sub |
| Trigger Input | BNC |
| Trigger Output | BNC |
| System Clock Output | BNC |
Software and Analysis Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Logic Analyzer Application Software | TLA Application Software |
| Time-correlated Analog-Digital View | iView™ technology |
| Programmatic Control Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (TCP/IP) via TLA Application Software API |
Power and Mechanical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage Range | 90 to 264 V AC |
| Line Frequency Range | 45 to 66 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 360 W maximum |
| Height | 285 mm |
| Width | 438 mm |
| Depth | 288 mm |
| Net Weight | 12.0 kg |
Environmental and Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 5 to 50 °C |
| Non-operating Temperature Range | -20 to 60 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m (10,000 ft.) |
| Non-operating Altitude | Up to 12,190 m (40,000 ft.) |
| Safety Certifications | UL3111-1, CSA1010.1, EN61010-1, IEC61010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | 89/336/EEC, EN61326 Class A |
PC Platform
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron M 1.5 GHz (or faster) |
| PS/2 Ports | 2 (1 keyboard, 1 mouse) |
Channel Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Channel Breakdown | 96 data, 4 clock, 2 qualifier channels |
Probing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Probes | P6417, P6418, P6419, P6434 |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Depth Options | 64 Kb, 256 Kb, 1 Mb, 4 Mb, 8 Mb |
| Data Channels | 96 |
| Clock Channels | 4 |
| Qualifier Channels | 2 |
| Probe Connectors | 6 |
| Maximum State Speed Options | 235 MHz (Standard) / 450 MHz (Option 450) |
| Maximum State Data Rate Options | 235 Mb/s (Standard) / 450 Mb/s (Option 450) |
| Threshold Voltage Accuracy | ±(35 mV + 1% of setting) |
| Input Dynamic Range | -2.0 V to +4.5 V |
| Minimum Input Slew Rate | 0.5 V/ns (typical) |
| Threshold Selection Group Size | 17 channels |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Random Vibration (Operating) | 0.31 gRMS, 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
| Random Vibration (Non-operating) | 2.46 gRMS, 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
PC System & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Panel USB Ports | 1 × USB 2.0 |
| Rear Panel USB Ports | 4 × USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet Port Speed | 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
Physical & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Cooling Clearance | 51 mm (2 in.) on sides and rear |
Technology
Logic Analyzer
Applications
Digital design debug and state/timing analysis