Page 17 revision 0 tutorial for quartus signaltap ii. Monitor program tutorial for the nios ii processor. A keysight logic analyzer helps you minimize project risk by providing the most reliable, accurate measurements and the most complete view of system behavior. It keeps a running tally of which buffer you are currently using. They are located on the high benches towards the back half of the room. Logic analyzer tutorial and introduction bald engineer. Learn to operate agilent 16902b logic analyzer attach simple cmos chip to logic analyzer use logic analyzers pattern generator to provide stimulus to cmos chip use logic analyzer to record results of stimulus from cmos chip. Using protocol analyzers to add a protocol analyzer, select one from the menu in the analyzers panel.
Digital electronics using multisim prelab exercises. A logic analyzer is an indispensable tool if you design and troubleshoot. Well hello there, if youve been looking at the amazing lineup of saleae gear and wondered how to get started with it all, then youve come to the right place. A logic analyzer is a very useful tool in analyzing digital signals. Specifically, this means that the logic analyzer is not the only ground path between your dut and the host pc. These software applications provide a wide range of additional capabilities including shortening setup time and customizing measurement displays.
Logic analyzer application software allows you to gain quick insight into your digital system. The difference between a scope and a logic analyzer march 23, 2018 by david herres leave a comment the logic analyzer is an advanced instrument that displays. Protocol analyzers can share inputs with other analyzers. Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of shipment. The idea is for the logic analyzer to sample the data the same way the system under test does. The sigrok project aims at creating a portable, crossplatform, freelibreopensource signal analysis software suite that supports various device types e. Using logic or logic16 to test equipment powered by ac mains power can be hazardous to equipment. Logic analyzers are the most powerful tool available for debugging digital circuits, they can potentially show every signal in your circuit on every clock cycle. With the basic setup of the logic analyser complete the capture mode for the data needs to be chosen. The best logic analyzer helps you solve digital design problems quickly. The ila core includes many advanced features of modern logic analyzers, including boolean. They meet the need for users who need to be able to investigate and understand the operation of these circuits.
It was possible to gain access to the various test points. If the devices under test already share a common ground, then. Quartus signaltap users guide 2 altera corporation configuring the embedded logic analyzer megafunction the embedded logic analyzer megafunction is parameterized, which means you can. The logic analyzer is an indispensable tool for engineers who design digital circuits.
The basic idea behind a logic analyzer is to sample multiple inputs, or channels, of data at the same, recording each channels state as a single bit. While wikipedia covers the early days of logic analyzers in this page. Smartdebug tool is a new approach to debug the microsemi fpga array and serdes without using an internal logic analyzer ila. Logic 8 has an analog sample rate of 10mss at 10bits, and logic pro 8 and pro 16 sample at 50mss at 12bits. In this introduction to logic analyzers, we will first look at the digital oscilloscope and the resulting evolution of the logic analyzer. A logic analyzer is an electronic instrument that captures and displays multiple signals from a digital system or digital circuit. Smartdebug tool is a new approach to debug the microsemi fpga array and serdes without using an internal logic analyzer. Try out the logic analyzer the 16channel logic analyzer displays a circuits output as a waveform diagram showing voltage level and timing, similar to what you might observe on an oscilloscope attached to a circuit. We will also set up the circuit to trigger when the. With fx2lafw, sigroks open source runtime firmware, any device containing an fx2 can become a powerful streaming logic analyzer. Mar 09, 2016 for debugging digital signals, a popular option is to use a logic analyzer.
Tutorial for quartus iis signaltap ii logic analyzer. The analyzer can also associate several signals into groups so that they can be manipulated more easily. Along the top youll see the file, control, view, and window options. A pdf version is provided, but may not contain the latest content. First ill give a simple overview of what a logic analyzer does, some considerations when to use one, and then give some terms to know when looking at them. Some form of programmable logic device the files provided will fit on a pal. This comprehensive family of logic analyzer offers the measurement capabilities, probing, logic analyzer application support and analysis tools to meet your toughest digital debug needs. This tutorial video describes the procedure for using logic analyzer in keil we also provide online training, help in technical assignments and do freelance projects based on python. A variety of compatible low cost chinese made logic analyzer. Purpose to analyze postlayout signals for debugging without an actual logic analyzer.
The following tutorial is intended to give you a quick of logic analyzer basics. The signaltap logic analyzer allows you to probe signals inside of the fpga so you can view the waveforms. Using the agilent 16902b logic analysis system created at gwu by thomas farmer objectives. The logic analyzer uses the computer memory to store past data acquisitions in a buffer. Dsp sine example using arm cmsisdsp libraries 18 25. Basic embedded system design tutorial using microblaze and zynq7000 ap soc embedded processors to design two frequencies pwm modulator system january 17, 2017. Smartdebug tools described here are designed for polarfire, smartfusion2, igloo2, and rtg4 families note. Eight channels and works well for decoding spi and i2c. Our digiview logic analyzer has unique automation features that can be controlled by the results of an automatic search or the decision of a custom plugin. Using a logic analyzer it is possible to view all of these buses over an extended period and this would not be viable on an oscilloscope. Using windows explorer, locate the tutorial setup files on the cdrom in the folder. A logic analyzer may convert the captured data into timing diagrams, protocol decodes, state machine traces, assembly language, or may correlate assembly with sourcelevel software.
Tutorial for quartus signaltap ii logic analyzer after successfully compiling a completed project and setting pin assignments, select signaltap ii logic analyzer from the tools dropdown menu as shown. Logic analyzer, for arduino, other avr and stm32 with a very nice working processing interface, you could run it also on any android device. A tutorial for quartus iis signaltap ii logic analyzer based on quartus ii. Page 1 page 2 2 feeling comfortable with logic analyzers you. They were a particularly attractive and useful test instrument many years ago when complicated digital systems were made using many different ics. Midrange to highend logic analyzers often offers a special mode called state mode. Logic analyzers are used to record and analyze digital communication signals. Today were going to take a look at getting your saleae setup for the first time, analysing some signals using the saleae software, and going through some tips and tricks to get the most out of your logic. Tla6400 pinpointing signal integrity problems the tla6400 simplifies probing system under test by eliminating the need to doubleprobe. Some form of programmable logic device the files provided will fit on a pal a logic analyzer probe an 8channel leadset. Today were going to take a look at getting your saleae setup for the first time, analysing some signals using the saleae software, and going through some tips and tricks to get the most out of your logic analyser. Introduction to national instruments logic analyzer and pattern generator solution during the process of debugging and validating a digital system, a common task is the acquisition and generation of digital waveforms. A pdf version is provided, but may not contain the. Design debugging using the signaltap ii logic analyzer altera corporation send feedback.
Open the cdrom located on the rear panel of the tla600 series logic analyzer and load the tutorial cdrom. You can add a new instance of the logic analyzer, either by cloning the current analyzer settings or opening an empty instance with default settings. Using signaltap ii embedded logic analyzers in sopc builder systems introduction the signaltap ii embedded logic analyzer ela is a systemlevel debugging tool that captures and displays realtime signals in a systemonaprogrammablechip sopc design. The logic analyzer is now completely setup, we need to attach it to a dut, proceed to the next section part ii. The difference between a scope and a logic analyzer march 23, 2018 by david herres leave a comment the logic analyzer is an advanced instrument that displays the content of numerous digital data streams simultaneously and in various formats. Once the probes are connected, the logic analyzer is programmed with the names of each signal.
Since the channels in each saleae logic analyzer are not electrically isolated from each other, all devices will need to share a common ground. Hardware abstraction layer hal device drivers with the monitor program. Debugging in vivado tutorial programming and debugging. They work in a similar manner to an oscilloscope, but the data is processed and displayed with additional data that is calculated by the software to help with this analysis. This document provides basic operation procedures for the tektronix logic. Agilent logic analyzer online help 3 using the agilent logic analyzer the agilent logic analyzer application is used on 16900series logic analysis systems see page 575, 16800series logic analyzers see page 572, and 16801690series logic analyzers. The signaltap ii logic analyzer is scalable, easy to use, and available as a standalone package or included. There are 14 logic analyzers available in the main baxter computer engineering laboratory. This logic analyzer is a solution that allows you to examine the behavior of internal signals, without using extra io pins, while the design is running at full speed on an fpga device. How to use the national instruments logic analyzer and. Copy these files to the following location on the logic analyzer. Saleae logic 8 usb logic analyzer, 2x 4channel wire harnesses. Tektronix logic analyzer family quick start user manual. It is a versatile tool that can help you with digital hardware debug, design verification and embedded software debug.
A logic analyzer is an indispensable tool if you design and troubleshoot digital circuits. Timecorrelated view of both logic analyzer and oscilloscope data to trace the signal integrity problem across the digital and analog domains. Lab 5 logic analyzers university of california, berkeley. Attach cmos device dut to logic analyzer in this tutorial, we will be using a cmos quad 2. This is especially useful when you run into the situation where your mapped design works in simulation but not on the fpga. These include digital hardware debugging, design verification, and embedded software debugging. In this document, you will learn about logic analyzers and how they work. Understand how to create an rtl project, probe your design, insert an ila core, and implement the design in the vivado ide. Design debugging using the signaltap ii logic analyzer. Oct 24, 2016 well hello there, if youve been looking at the amazing lineup of saleae gear and wondered how to get started with it all, then youve come to the right place. Download the worlds best and most popular logic analyzer software. The purpose of this tutorial is to familiarize you with the tektronix logic analyzers.
Slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. The user should be cautious of this when the logic analyzer is used in the presence of a ground loop. Logic analyzer tutorial i the purpose of this tutorial is to familiarize you with the tektronix logic analyzers. The clock tells the logic analyzer when to sample the data channels. Feb 27, 2017 in this 4 part video series we begin with logic analyzer basics by demonstrating setting up and acquisition for asynchronous timing and state mode. Logic analyzer gologicxl serial bus decode trigger nci. The ila core includes many advanced features of modern logic analyzers. Its hard to find a better logic analyzer than the gologicxl. Validate and debug your design using the vivado integrated design environment ide and the. This application note gives you a quick overview of logic analyzer basics. For the latest user guide content, please refer to the online version of the user guide on this support site. Logic analyzers are used for digital measurements involving numerous signals or challenging trigger requirements.
A logic analyzer like so many electronic test and measurement tools provides a solution to a particular class of problems. A logic analyzer is an instrument that captures the response of a digital system for use in debugging and verifying its. Tektronix logic analyzer quick start user manual digital design. Saleae makes highperformance, deadsimpletouse usb logic analyzers that can record both digital and analog, and decode protocols like spi, i2c, serial, 1wire, can, manchester, i2s and more. All saleae logic analyzers have fuses in their ground return paths, but these are not always fast enough to protect the unit from damage. Accurate, sensitive probes, fast sample rates, large. Design debugging using the signaltap ii logic analyzer altera provides the signaltap ii logicanalyzer to help with the process of design debugging. See the pdf users guide, specifications, and data sheets to find what. Logic analyzers are measurement devices just like oscilloscopes or voltmeters that are used to measure the variation of logic level over a period. Nov 27, 20 tutorial for quartus iis signaltap ii logic analyzer 1. Product specification introduction the customizable integrated logic analyzer ila ip core is a logic analyzer that can be used to monitor the internal signals of a design.
As a result logic analyzers from the simple maker hobbyist low cost usb logic analyzer versions right up to professional development systems are all useful in their different arenas. The 1st generation original logic and logic16 do not require any form of calibration. Our logic analyzers expose digital signal problems other test and measurement tools. Generate and customize an ip core netlist in the vivado ide. Nexys3 board is connected to logic analyzer through the 16 pod connector, using ucf file. Although the operation of a logic analyzer may appear to be fairly complicated at first sight, a methodical approach to the use of one enables it to be set up correctly and to be used effectively. A good logic analyzer makes digital debug and testing easy. In this mode, one of the inputs is used as a clock signal. The main use for logic analyzers is to look at digital signals. For igloo, proasic3, smartfusion and fusion please refer to onchip debug tools. Signaltap ii logic analyzer tutorial purdue engineering. Logic analyzers are widely used to develop and debug electronic logic circuits they display traces of multiple logic channels and reveal the circuit operation.