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SECTION 3: PLUG-IN OPTIONS

3.1 Options Modules and Functions

A range of plug-in option modules is available to add additional input, output and communication
functions to the instruments in the range. These modules can be either pre-installed at the time of
manufacture, or retrofitted in the field.

The modules are installed between the instruments main circuit boards into the four option slots.
These are designated as Slots 1, 2, 3, A & B. Installation is detailed below.

Note:

Slot 1 modules cannot be fitted into Slot 2 or 3. Slot 2 & 3 modules cannot be fitted into Slot 1.
Some Slot 2 &3 modules should only be fitted into one of the two slots. This is detailed in the -
Option Module vs. Model Matrix below.

Figure 4. Typical rear view (uncased) & main board positions

3.2 Auto Detection of Option Modules

The instrument automatically detects which option modules have been fitted into each slot.
In

Configuration Mode

, the menus will change to reflect the options compatible with the hardware

fitted. The modules fitted can be viewed in the products information menu, as detailed in the

Product

Information Mode

section of this manual.

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