Keysight N1000A DCA-X
Series Wide-Bandwidth
Oscilloscope
Quick Start Guide
Notices
CAUTION
WARNING
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N1000-90009
Edition
First Edition, October 2018
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Contents
1 Introduction 5
N1000A Includes a PC 6
Front-Panel Features 7
Rear-Panel Features 8
Modules 9
Compatible Products 9
Connector Care 10
Cleaning the N1000A 11
Accessories 12
Safety Information 14
2 Installing the N1000A 17
Step 1. Inspect the Shipment 18
Step 2. Work at a Static-Safe Workstation 20
Daily ESD Self Check 21
Step 3. Position the N1000A 22
Step 4. Install the Modules 24
Step 5. Connect the Keyboard and Mouse (optional) 25
Step 6. Connect the Power 26
Step 7. Turn On the Instrument 28
Step 8. Configure a LAN Connection (Optional) 30
Step 9. Install a Feature License (Optional) 31
Step 10. Connect a Printer (Optional) 31
Step 11. Connect an External Display (Optional) 32
Step 12. Calibrate the Modules 33
Step 13. Learn How to Use and Program the N1000A 35
3Removable Hard Disk 37
To Remove the Hard Disk 37
To Declassify Instrument Memory 38
4 Instrument Markings and Regulatory Information 39
5 Contacting Keysight 41
Contacting Keysight 41
4 N1000A Quick Start Guide
Returning the Instrument for Service 41
Preparing the instrument for shipping 42
N1000A Quick Start Guide
1 Introduction
N1000A Includes a PC 6
Front-Panel Features 7
Rear-Panel Features 8
Modules 9
Connector Care 10
Cleaning the N1000A 11
Accessories 12
Safety Information 14
This chapter introduces you to the N1000A and contains important safety
information. To install your N1000A, refer to Chapter 2, “Installing the N1000A".
The following picture shows the N1000A with a module and filler panels installed.
The module is not provided with the instrument.
Figure 1 N1000A with a Module
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1 Introduction
N1000A Includes a PC
The N1000A includes a PC that is running Windows 10. The N1000A’s FlexDCA
Graphical User Interface (GUI) is the same Windows application as the N1010A
FlexDCA Remote Access Software. The N1000A includes the standard PC
connectors on the instrument’s rear-panel as shown in the following figure.
Figure 2 Rear-Panel Connectors
As with any computer, you should consider the following points to maintain
security and protect your N1000A:
• Install Windows security updates as soon as they become available.
• Consider installing anti-virus software.
• When connected to the LAN, avoid visiting web sites or downloading material
that are not completely secure and trusted.
• Never connect a pen drive or external memory device to the N1000A that has
not been tested for viruses or malware.
• Follow the advice of you company’s IT department.
• For N1000A firmware upgrades, go to
http://www.keysight.com/find/N1000A_Firmware.
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Front-Panel Features
Figure 3 Front-Panel Features
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Rear-Panel Features
Figure 4 Rear-Panel Features
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NOTE
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.
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.
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.
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WARNING
WARNING
Connector Care
Damage to N1000A electrical and fiber-optic input connectors can cost thousands
of dollars, not to mention lost time! To learn how to avoid damaging the
connectors, read the Connector Care topics located in the Help. To access the
Help, turn on the N1000A and click Help > Contents.
Figure 6 Location of Connector Care Information in Help
If flammable fluids are used to clean connectors, the fluid shall not be placed on the
instrument during use or when connected to mains voltage. Cleaning the
connectors shall take place in ventilated area to allow fluid vapors to dissipate, and
reduce the risk of fire.
Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instruments power
cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture to
evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
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WARNING
CAUTION
Cleaning the N1000A
Clean the N1000A using a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap and water
solution.
To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight Technologies Model N1000A
from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to
clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally.
Do not use too much liquid in cleaning the oscilloscope. Water can enter the front
panel, damaging sensitive electronic components.
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Accessories
Optional Accessories
• 11667B Power splitter, dc to 26.5 GHz, APC 3.5 mm
• 11667C Power splitter, dc to 50 GHz, 2.4 mm
• 54006A 6 GHz Resistive divider probe kit
• 54008B 24 ns delay line
• N1020A 6 GHz TDR probe kit (passive)
• N1022A Active Probe Adapter
• N1024A TDR Calibration Kit
• N1025A 1 GHz Active Differential Probe
Optional Adapters for Electrical Channel Inputs
• SMA (f-f) adapter, Keysight part number 1250-1158
• APC 3.5 (f-f) adapter, Keysight part number 5061-5311
Optional Adapters for Optical Channel Inputs
Table 1 on page 13 shows the available fiber-optic adapters for optical channels.
These adapters connect onto the front-panel optical channel connectors. FC/PC
adapters come pre-installed on new optical modules. Changing fiber-optic
adapters is easy. Simply hand turn an adapter counter-clockwise to remove it from
a channel connector; to install a different adapter, hand turn the new adapter
clockwise onto the connector.
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Table 1 Front-Panel Fiber-Optic Adapters for Optical Channels
Fiber-Optic Adapters Description Keysight Part Number
Diamond HMS-10 81000AI
FC/PC 81000FI
SC 81000KI
DIN 81000SI
ST 81000VI
For more information on options and licenses, including the transportable
licenses, refer to the www.keysight.com. If anything is missing or defective, refer to
Chapter 5, “Contacting Keysight". If the shipment was damaged, contact the
carrier, then contact the nearest Keysight Sales Office. Keep the shipping
materials for the carrier’s inspection. The Keysight Sales Office will arrange for
repair or replacement at Keysight’s option without waiting for claim settlement.
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WARNING
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CAUTION
NOTE
Safety Information
This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry
standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The documentation contains
information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe
operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition.
Is your product software up-to-date? Keysight periodically releases software updates to fix
known defects and include product enhancements. To search for software updates for your
product, go to www.keysight.com/find/TechSupport.
If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the equipment
could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal condition (in which all
means for protection are intact) only.
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
This is a Safety Protection Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earthing
ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a
socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the
protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the product
dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION
DEGREE 2 environment.
Installation Category: Installation Categories (overvoltage categories) are
determined by the transient overvoltage levels that may be expected. CAT I: Mains
isolated. CAT II: Line voltage in appliance and to wall outlet. CAT III: Line voltage
behind wall outlet to next level of distribution.
Install the instrument according to the enclosure protection provided. This instrument does
not protect against the ingress of water. This instrument protects against finger access to
hazardous parts within the enclosure.
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