The Tektronix TLA715 is a portable logic analyzer mainframe that integrates a dual-monitor display with a modular acquisition platform for comprehensive digital system debugging and verification. Built on Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional with Intel Pentium III processing and 512 MB SDRAM, the mainframe accepts up to four single-wide or two double-wide instrument modules—including logic analyzers, digital storage oscilloscopes, and pattern generators—while supporting connection to two additional TLA7XM expansion mainframes for extended slot capacity. The system delivers state acquisition speeds to 800 MHz with 1.25 GB/s data rate, timing analysis to 8 GHz, and 500 ps timing resolution across all channels via MagniVu™ technology. Its 10.4 in. active-matrix color TFT display (800×600, 16.8 M colors) pairs with dual external display support at up to 1600×1200 resolution, enabling side-by-side signal correlation with external instruments. Configuration includes 40 GB replaceable hard disk, 8/4/32 CD-RW drive, two USB ports, two PC Card slots, and integrated LAN connectivity for network-based analysis and file transfer.
Technical Specifications
• Processor: Intel Pentium III with Intel 815E chipset
• Memory: 512 MB SDRAM; 4 MB display memory
• Storage: 40 GB replaceable hard disk; 8/4/32 CD-RW; 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy drive
• Connectivity: Two USB ports; two PC Card slots (Type I/II or Type III); LAN PC Card included
• Front Display: 10.4 in. active-matrix color TFT, 800×600, 16.8 M colors
• External Displays: Two DB15 connectors; up to 1600×1200 non-interlaced at 256 colors
• State Acquisition: Up to 800 MHz; 1.25 GB/s data rate
• Timing Analysis: Up to 8 GHz with 500 ps resolution (MagniVu™)
• Channel Capacity: Up to 1768 channels (module dependent)
• Module Slots: Four single-wide or two double-wide; expandable to 13 dual or 26 single slots with two TLA7XM mainframes
– Key Features
• Simultaneous state and high-speed timing analysis through shared probes
• Dual-monitor configuration for split-screen signal viewing and analysis
• Modular architecture supporting TLA7Axx, TLA7Lx/Mx/Nx/Px/Qx logic analyzers; TLA7Dx/Ex oscilloscope modules; TLA7PG2 pattern generator
• TLAVu™ and PatGenVu™ off-line analysis software
• Portable form factor suitable for lab and field deployment
– Compatibility & Integration
The TLA715 integrates with external test instruments including Tektronix TDS oscilloscopes through its dual-display architecture and network connectivity, enabling synchronized multi-instrument measurement correlation and analysis.
