HP 16500B - Manual (Page 25)

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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