Introduction 1
N1000A Quick Start Guide 9
Modules
To complete the N1000A, an electrical or optical input module must be purchased
and installed. Figure 5 shows an installed module. Many module combination are
possible. For example:
• One four-slot module. For example, an 86108B.
• Two two-slot standard modules.
• Four one-slot mini-modules.
• One standard module and two mini modules.
All documentation (including specifications) for plug-in modules is located in the
N1000A’s Help system. To access the Help system, complete the installation
steps, turn on the N1000A, and click Contents on the Help menu.
Figure 5 N1000A with a Module
Compatible Products
Modules installed in module bay
All modules released in 2017 and later plus these older modules 86105C/D,
86107A, 86108A/B, 86112A, 86115D, 86116C, 86117A, 86118A, N1045A, and
N1055A.
DCA-M Series Products (USB)
N1090/2/4-series oscilloscopes. N1076A and N1077A clock recovery. N4877A
non DCA-M clock recovery.
Use the supplied filler panels to cover any unused module slots. Although the instrument is
not damaged when running with uncovered module-bay slots, the altered air flow may affect
measurement accuracy.