Tektronix TLA5000 and TLA5000B Series Logic Analyzers
7 models with full specifications from Tektronix.
The Tektronix TLA5000 and TLA5000B Series logic analyzers are designed for digital hardware designers debugging complex timing and state operations. These instruments combine high-speed timing resolution, deep record lengths, and robust triggering capabilities in both benchtop and portable form factors. Equipped with Tektronix's proprietary MagniVu acquisition technology, all models in these series capture high-speed timing anomalies down to a resolution of 125 ps (8 GHz) on all channels. They also support iView technology for time-correlated analog-digital waveforms when integrated with an external oscilloscope. Models in this series are distinguished primarily by channel count, conventional timing sample rates, and pre-configured memory configurations, supporting debug tasks from single-bus analysis to complex multi-channel systems.
- Channel Capacities
- 34, 68, 102, or 136 channels
- Max State Clock Rate
- 235 MHz
- MagniVu Timing Resolution
- 125 ps (8 GHz) on all channels
- MagniVu Record Length
- 16 Kb per channel
- Display Size
- 10.4-inch color TFT LCD
Models in this series
| Model | Type | Display | MagniVu Timing Resolution | Operating System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLA5202B | *misc | 10.4 in. Active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024 × 768 (XGA) resolution | 125 ps (8 GHz) on all channels | Microsoft Windows XP Professional |
| TLA5204B | *misc | 10.4-inch active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024 × 768 XGA resolution | 125 ps | — |
| TLA5203B | Tek | 10.4-in. Active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024×768 (XGA) | 125 ps (8 GHz) | Microsoft Windows XP Professional |
| TLA5201B | Tek | 10.4-inch Active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024 × 768 (XGA) | 125 ps (8 GHz) on all channels | Microsoft Windows XP Professional |
| TLA5204 Opt. 7S | *misc | 10.4-inch active-matrix color TFT LCD, 1024 × 768 (XGA) resolution, with touch screen (Opt. 18) | — | Windows 7 (with Opt. 7S) |
| TLA5201 Opt. 8S | Tek | 10.4 in. active-matrix TFT color display, 800 x 600 resolution | 125 ps (8 GHz) | Windows XP Professional |
| TLA5203 Opt. 7S | Tek | 10.4 in. Active-Matrix Color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 (XGA) resolution | 125 ps (8 GHz) | Windows XP Professional |
Shared Performance and MagniVu Timing
All instruments in the TLA5000 and TLA5000B families share a standard acquisition architecture. Regardless of the core channel count, each model features a 235 MHz maximum state clock rate and a trigger sequence capabilities of 16 states and 16 word recognizers.
The core of their timing performance is the simultaneous MagniVu timing acquisition, which supplies a 125 ps (8 GHz) sample rate into a dedicated 16 Kb record length per channel. This high-resolution timing runs concurrently with standard state or deep conventional timing acquisitions, allowing engineers to identify transient glitches and setup/hold violations without sacrificing deep memory capture.
Channel Configurations and Architecture
Selecting the appropriate instrument depends largely on the bus width of the target system:
- 34 Channels: The Tektronix TLA5201B and Tektronix TLA5201 Opt. 8S feature 32 data channels and 2 clock/qualifier channels, making them ideal for smaller microcontrollers or serial and parallel interfaces.
- 68 Channels: The Tektronix TLA5202B contains 64 data channels and 4 clock/qualifier channels, suitable for standard 32-bit bus architectures.
- 102 Channels: The Tektronix TLA5203B and Tektronix TLA5203 Opt. 7S offer 96 data channels and up to 6 clock/qualifier lines for larger system architectures.
- 136 Channels: The Tektronix TLA5204B and Tektronix TLA5204 Opt. 7S deliver 128 data channels with clock and qualifier lines for high-density buses and system-on-chip analysis.
Timing Sample Rates and Channel Allocation
Conventional timing sample rates vary depending on whether the system is configured for full, half, or quarter-channel mode.
For the standard B-series models like the Tektronix TLA5201B, Tektronix TLA5203B, and Tektronix TLA5204B, as well as the option-equipped Tektronix TLA5201 Opt. 8S and Tektronix TLA5203 Opt. 7S, the conventional timing sample rate reaches 2.0 GHz (500 ps) in half-channel mode and 1.0 GHz (1 ns) in full-channel mode.
Conversely, the Tektronix TLA5204 Opt. 7S utilizes a three-tier configuration: a maximum timing sample rate of 2.0 GHz (500 ps) in quarter-channel mode, 1.0 GHz (1 ns) in half-channel mode, and 500 MHz (2 ns) in full-channel mode.
Record Length Options and Platform Configurations
Record lengths dictate the total capture window. Standard models like the Tektronix TLA5201B and Tektronix TLA5203B offer option-dependent record lengths of 2 Mb, 8 Mb, or 32 Mb per channel. Pre-configured option models, such as the Tektronix TLA5201 Opt. 8S and Tektronix TLA5203 Opt. 7S, come standard with a 32 Mb record length per channel.
The underlying platforms also feature generational differences in control interfaces and operating systems. The standard B-series models run on Microsoft Windows XP Professional, using a 10.4-inch active-matrix XGA color display (1024 x 768). The Tektronix TLA5204 Opt. 7S updates the platform to a Windows 7 operating system and includes a 10.4-inch active-matrix XGA touchscreen display, while the Tektronix TLA5201 Opt. 8S features a standard 10.4-inch SVGA display with an 800 x 600 resolution.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the function of iView technology in these logic analyzers?
- iView technology, available in models like the TLA5202B and TLA5204B, integrates the logic analyzer with a compatible external Tektronix oscilloscope, enabling the display of time-correlated analog and digital waveforms on a single screen.
- Does the MagniVu timing acquisition use up the main conventional memory?
- No. Models such as the TLA5201 Opt. 8S and TLA5203B feature an independent 16 Kb MagniVu record length per channel that operates in parallel with the main conventional timing and state memory, ensuring high-speed timing resolution is preserved regardless of conventional record settings.
- Which models come pre-configured with a 32 Mb record length per channel?
- The Tektronix TLA5201 Opt. 8S and Tektronix TLA5203 Opt. 7S come pre-configured with a 32 Mb record length per channel. Standard models like the TLA5201B and TLA5203B offer this 32 Mb record length as an option.