Testing Performance

To ensure the logic analysis system is operating correctly, you can perform software tests (self-tests) on the system. Directions for performing the software tests are given in this chapter.

This chapter normally tells you how to test the performance of the logic analysis system against the specifications listed in chapter 1. Because there are no specifications for the HP 16500B/16501A, there are no performance verification tests.

Self-Tests

The self-tests listed in this chapter check the functional operation of the mainframe and the expansion frame. Self-tests for the optional modules installed in the frames are listed in the individual module Service Guides.

There are two types of self-tests: self-tests that automatically run at power-up, and self-tests that you select on the screen. For descriptions of the tests, refer to chapter 8, "Theory of Operation."

Perform the self-tests as an acceptance test when receiving the logic analysis system or when the logic analysis system is repaired.

If a test fails, refer to chapter 5, "Troubleshooting."

Test Interval

There is no recommended test interval for the HP 16500B mainframe or the

HP 16501A expansion frame. However, each of the HP 16500-series option modules has performance verification tests and therefore require a periodic verification of specifications. Refer to the Service Guides of the individual modules for more information.

The Logic Analysis System Interface

To select a field on the HP 16500B screen, use the touchscreen. For more information about the logic analysis system interface, refer to the

HP 16500B/16501A Logic Analysis System User’s Reference.

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