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The DSX-CHA021S and DSX-CHA-M12-X-S are sets of two adapters for use
with Fluke Networks DSX CableAnalyzer
and certify M12 links and patch cords to the IEEE 802.3 specifications often
used for industrial Ethernet applications:
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DSX-CHA021 adapters for Fast Ethernet (100BASE-TX) networks have
4-position, D-coded female connectors.
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DSX-CHA-M12-X adapters for Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-T) have
8-position, X-coded female connectors.
DSX Firmware Requirements
Your DSX CableAnalyzer will show a message if it needs a firmware update
to operate with these adapters. Firmware updates are available at no
charge on the Fluke Networks website. To install an update, use the latest
version of LinkWare PC or LinkWare Live. For details, see the Versiv Series
Users Manual.
PN 4466818 November 2014, Rev. 2 1/2019
©2014-2019 Fluke Corporation
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
DSX-CHA021S
DSX-CHA-M12-X-S
M12 4-Position D-Coded and
8-Position X-Coded Adapters
for Industrial Ethernet
Users Guide
™
testers. The adapters let you test
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- Page 1 Your DSX CableAnalyzer will show a message if it needs a firmware update to operate with these adapters. Firmware updates are available at no charge on the Fluke Networks website. To install an update, use the latest version of LinkWare PC or LinkWare Live. For details, see the Versiv Series Users Manual.
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Page 2: Safety Information
Symbols Warning or Caution: Risk of damage or destruction to equipment or software. See explanations in the manuals. Warning: Risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. » Consult the user documentation. 40 year Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP) under China ‡... -
Page 3: Set The Reference
Set the Reference Before you use the M12 adapters to test and certify links, set the reference. Repeat the reference procedure every thirty days at minimum. To set the reference Turn on the tester and the remote a minimum of 1 minute before you set the reference. - Page 4 Test and Certify a Channel Notes You must select a test limit and outlet configuration that support tests on two-pair cable for the DSX-CHA021 adapters, or four-pair cable for the DSX-CHA-M12-X adapters. The IEEE 802.3 standards support only the channel link configuration.
- Page 5 Variable frequency drive Channel 90 m maximum (295 ft) Switch Main and remote testers with M12 adapters U05.EPS Figure 2. Connections for Channel Tests with Two M12 Connectors...
- Page 6 Variable frequency drive Channel 90 m maximum (295 ft) Switch RJ45 cable from switch Main tester with Remote tester DSX-CHA004 with M12 channel adapter* adapter * Channel adapters are included with your DSX-5000 or DSX-8000 kit. U04.EPS Figure 3. Connections for Channel Tests with an RJ45 and an M12 Connector...
- Page 7 Variable frequency drive Channel 90 m maximum (295 ft) Switch RJ45 cable RJ45 cable from switch from VFD Main and remote testers with DSX-CHA004 channel adapters* * Channel adapters are included with your DSX-5000 or DSX-8000 kit. U02.EPS Figure 4. Connections for Channel Tests with Two RJ45 Connectors...
- Page 8 Test and Certify an M12 Patch Cord Patch cord tests include results for the M12 connectors on the ends of cord. Use this procedure to do tests on M12 cords you make to connect the components in your system. On the home screen, tap the test setup panel. On the CHANGE TEST screen, tap NEW TEST.
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Page 9: Maintenance And Service
1-800-283-5853, +1-425-446-5500 Fluke Networks 6920 Seaway Boulevard, MS 143F Everett WA 98203 USA Fluke Networks operates in more than 50 countries worldwide. For more contact information, visit our website. Specifications The DSX-CHA021 and DSX-CHA-M12-X adapters meet all measurement accuracy specifications for Level IIe test equipment. For more information, visit the Fluke Networks website. -
Page 10: Limited Warranty And Limitation Of Liability
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Fluke Networks mainframe products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, unless stated otherwise herein. Parts, accessories, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days, unless otherwise stated.