The Tektronix 012-1569-00 is a 2-meter sampling module extender cable designed to extend the reach of 80E00 series electrical sampling modules from the mainframe instrument. This extender cable positions sampling modules outside their designated compartments, reducing signal degradation between the sampling module and the device under test. The cable features keyed connectors that prevent connection to non-compatible devices and block series cascading of multiple extenders.
Technical Specifications
• Model Number: 012-1569-00
• Product Type: Sampling Module Extender Cable
• Cable Length: 2 meters
• Operating Temperature Range (with extender installed): +10 to +35 °C
• Dimensions (packaged): Approximately 7 × 7 × 5 inches
• Weight: Approximately 2 lbs
– Key Features
• Keyed connector design prevents incorrect installation and series cascading
• Installation between sampling module and instrument mainframe
• Connector labeled “To Instrument” inserts into suitable mainframe compartment
• Static-sensitive device handling required—standard ESD precautions mandatory
• Temperature derating: Operating range reduces to +10 to +35 °C when installed (versus +10 to +40 °C without extender)
– Compatibility & Integration
The 012-1569-00 extends 80E00 Series Electrical Sampling Modules and is compatible exclusively with CSA8000 Communications Signal Analyzer and TDS8000 Digital Sampling Oscilloscope mainframes. It is not interchangeable with extenders designed for 11800 or CSA800 instruments.
System compensation must be run whenever the extender configuration changes—including installation, removal, or substitution with an extender of different length. Refer to the CSA8000 and TDS8000 User Manual for compensation procedures.
Standard ESD precautions apply: grounded wrist strap, grounded foot strap, and static-resistant apparel required during installation.
