MI 2016 Multi LAN 350 Table of contents Multi LAN 350 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 General information------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.1 Safety and operational precautions --------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.1.1 Warnings ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.1.2 Batteries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.1.3 Power supply considerations ------------------------------------------------------------ 8 2.1.4 Factory Calibration, Self Calibration --------------------------------------------------- 9 2.1.5 Service ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9...
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MI 2016 Multi LAN 350 Table of contents 5.2.1 Summary results - Copper cables---------------------------------------------------- 23 5.2.2 PASS / FAIL decistions ----------------------------------------------------------------- 24 5.2.3 Detailed measuring results, information on plots and cursors----------------- 26 5.2.4 Summary result - Optical fiber--------------------------------------------------------- 26 5.3 Single test --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26 5.3.1 Wire map ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27...
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MI 2016 Multi LAN 350 Table of contents 5.13.2 Calibration---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 66 5.13.3 Recall Autotest ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 66 5.13.4 Clear Autotest ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 67 5.13.5 Clear Memory ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 67 5.13.6 Battery Test -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 67 5.13.7 Set Date/Time ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 68 5.13.8 Backlight mode---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 68 5.13.9 Noise Filter --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 68...
MI 2016 Multi LAN 350 Multi LAN 350 1 Multi LAN 350 Multi LAN 350 is a portable cable tester for complete testing and verification of LAN cabling up to 350MHz. Main features • Complete function set needed for verification of LAN cabling, including Cat 6 / Class E installations.
Multi LAN 350 General information 2 General information 2.1 Safety and operational precautions 2.1.1 Warnings To ensure a high level of operator's safety while carrying out various measurements and tests using the Multi LAN 350 and MultiLAN350 RU, as well as ensuring that the test equipment remains undamaged, it is necessary to consider the following general warnings: The test equipment is intended for / to be used (safety extra low voltage)
Multi LAN 350 General information As a result the instrument operation time can be significantly reduced at the initial charging/discharging cycles. Therefore it is recommended: - To completely charge the batteries (at least 14h with in built charger). - To completely discharge the batteries (can be performed with normal working with the instrument).
For repairs under or out of warranty time please contact your distributor for further information. Name and address of manufacturer METREL d.d. Ljubljanska cesta 77 SI-1354 Horjul Tel.: +386 1 75 58 200, fax.: +386 1 75 49 226, +386 1 75 49 206) http://www.metrel.si...
Multi LAN 350 General information 2.2 Description 2.2.1 Instrument MultiLAN 350 2.2.1.1 Front panel FUNCTION SWITCH KEYPAD EXT.INPUT Front panel layout Function switch selects one of eight fuctional/operating menus: Functional Menu Description adjustment of system parameters, SETTINGS such as time, RS232 settings etc. selection of test standard,cable type, STANDARD test procedures...
Multi LAN 350 General information Front panel keypad ESC ……………....Return to previous page in menu HELP…………....On Line information and warnings ON/OFF…. ……....To turn on or off the instrument (Auto off after 10 minutes) TALK…………....Talk & Trace interface for talking over cable LIGHT…………....Two level LCD backlight normal/ bright/ OFF backlight automatically turns OFF after 30s if no keys used LIGHT + right arrow…..Increase display contrast...
Multi LAN 350 General information 2.2.1.3 Bottom Bottom View Layout 1. Nylon strap (allows the instrument to be slung round the neck) 2. Plastic cover (fixes nylon strap to the instrument). There is a screw under this cover which needs to be unscrewed when opening the instrument for service and calibration purposes.
Multi LAN 350 General information Meaning of LEDs TESTING ……………On: testing in progress TALK …..…….…..On: talk & trace mode POWER ………..…On: Power on LOW BAT……………Empty battery PASS……….…..Autotest passed FAIL…………....Autotest failed 2.2.2.1 Remote unit connector panel 1. Baseline interface connector 2. Audio jack: Microphone input 3.
Multi LAN 350 General information 2.2.4 Channel Link adapter 1. High Quality CAT6 RJ45 jack 2. Baseline interface plug 2.2.5 ATTENUATION Calibration module 2.2.6 IR adapter for testing fiber cables 1. IR receiver 2. Baseline interface plug...
Multi LAN 350 Specifications 3 Specifications 3.1 Standard set (Ordering code MI 2016 ST) Instrument MultiLAN 350 Remote unit MultiLAN 350 RU Permanent Link Adapter, 2 pcs Channel Link Adapter, 2 pcs Carrying bag 2 pcs LANlink PC Software RS 232 cable USB cable User Manual Locator set I (#1.-.#4)
Multi LAN 350 Specifications 3.4 Technical specifications Performance of reference plane of the baseline interface: conforms to TIA/EIA-568-B.2-1-2002 requirements (Annex B, table B.1), view Appendix A Performance of reference plane of the permanent link adapter: conforms to TIA/EIA-568-B.2-1-2002 requirements (Annex B, table B.2), view Appendix A Performance of reference plane of the channel adapter: conforms to TIA/EIA-568-B.2-1-2002 requirements (Annex B, table B.3), view...
Multi LAN 350 Specifications 3.4.6 Attenuation Frequency Range Resolution Accuracy 1 MHz – 250 MHz 1 MHz better than calculated accuracy model (TIA/EIA 568-B.2) Perm. Link Channel < ±1.3 dB ±1.4 dB at 100 MHz < ±2.2 dB ±2.5 dB at 250 MHz Amplitude Range 0 –...
Multi LAN 350 Specifications 3.4.10 PSELFEXT Frequency Range Resolution Accuracy 1 MHz – 350 MHz 0.15 MHz better than calculated accuracy model (TIA/EIA 568-B.2) Perm. Link Channel < ±2.1 dB ±3.6 dB at 100 MHz < ±3.7 dB ±4.8 dB at 250 MHz Measuring Range 0.0 –...
Multi LAN 350 Specifications Note: Additional error sources that affect the distance measurements: -Uncertainy of NVP (nominal propagation speed) -Attenuation at high frequencies dramatically influences the accuracy at long distances (over 200m). -Accuracy of distance is defined only on cable opens or shorts. -Percentage of amplitude is scaled to nominal pulse amplitude into 100Ω...
Multi LAN 350 General specifications 4 General specifications 4.1 General Data Instrument MultiLAN 350 Autotest time: 55 sec, standard CAT6 test Display: LCD Graphic type, 320 x 240 dots, EL backlight Memory: 500 Autotests typical Copper and/or fiber 5 °C ÷ 40 °C (intrinsic accuracy is specified at 25 °C) Operating temperature range: 0 °C ÷...
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5 Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.1 Test connections 5.1.1 Permanent link connection Permanent Link connection is used when the fixed installed section of cabling is tested. On figure below, the network connection for a permanent link test can be seen. It consists of: - one connection at the patch panel - a horizontal cable segment (up to 90m long)
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.1.2 Channel connection The Channel connection is used when performance of the complete cabling (including equipment patch cables) is tested. On the figure below the maximum network connection can be seen. It consists of: - Equipment patch cable to the horizontal cross connection point - horizontal cross connection - a horizontal cable segment (up to 90m long) - up to 10m of equipment patch cables with transition connector and outlet connector...
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.1.3 Basic link connection Similar to Permanent Link the Basic Link connection is used when the fixed installed section of cabling is tested. When measuring basic link use reference (test equipment) patch cables together with the channel adapter. This connection is no longer recognized in latest versions standards and can be replaced with a newer permanent link.
Multi LAN 350 Operation amplitude Example for worst result and margin frequency Wire Map All connections, including shield (if present) are shown. Length Cable length and test limit are shown. Propagation Delay, Delay Skew, Resistance, Impedance Results and test limit (if applied) are shown. 5.2.2 PASS / FAIL decistions Individual PASS / FAIL Each result is equipped with a Pass/Fail judgement that applies to a limit, limit curve or...
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Multi LAN 350 Operation amplitude instrument unaccuracy Result = PASS frequency amplitude instrument unaccuracy frequency Result = PASS* amplitude instrument unaccuracy frequency Result = FAIL* amplitude instrument unaccuracy frequency Result = FAIL...
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.2.3 Detailed measuring results, information on plots and cursors Plots The resultant plots contain the measured results over the complete frequency range and the test limit curves if applied in the selected test standard. Plots can be shown individually or all at once for each test.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Main Single Test Screen 5.3.1 Wire map Wire Map test verifies the pin to pin wiring and shield continuity. Shield wiring is not considered in pass/fail decision if UTP cable is selected in Cable Type Menu. Test procedure: Make sure that the Remote unit is connected on the other side of the cable.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation Short Wire 1 and 2 are shorted. Reversed Wires 3 and 6 are reversed. pair Crossed Wire 2 in channel 2 is crossed wires with wire 5 in channel 1 Split pairs Split pair occurs if a wire from one pair is mistakenly twisted with a wire from an other pair.
Multi LAN 350 Operation split pair warning. The real error source can be easily defined with the TDCross function. The point of error can be easily found by using the TDR function. At least one pair must be connected properly to assure correct operation of the instrument.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation PSNEXT margin result screen PSNEXT worst case result screen Note: if no remote is detected then the instrument continues testing after 1s. In this case the operator must ensure a proper termination. PSNEXT PLOT screen After entering this screen individual or all PSNEX plots together with test standard limit curve are shown on the display.
Multi LAN 350 Operation PSNEXT plot screen 5.3.3 NEXT, Remote NEXT NEXT (near end crosstalk) defines the coupling between adjacent pairs. High level signals transmitted in one pair on a cable end can induce a substantial disturbance signal in the neighbouring pairs, on the same (transmitter) side. This signal added to the signals transmitted from the other cable can cause data corruption, retransmittions and other problems.
Multi LAN 350 Operation NEXT worst case result screen Note: if no remote is detected, then the instrument continues testing after 1s. In this case the operator must ensure a proper termination. NEXT PLOT screen After entering this screen individual or all NEXT (frequency) plots together with test standard limit curve are shown on the display.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation Test procedure: Make sure that the Remote unit is connected on the far end of the cable. Select and run the ELFEXT test. After the main unit is connected with the Remote unit and the test is completed, all twelve ELFEXT results and an overall Pass/Fail decision are shown on the display.
Multi LAN 350 Operation ELFEXT plot screen 5.3.5 PSELFEXT, Remote PSELFEXT PSFEXT (Power Sum Far End Crosstalk) defines crosstalk caused by the coupling of signals into a cable pair from other pairs. The receiver of crosstalk signals is on one cable side and the transmitters on the other cable side on another pair.
Multi LAN 350 Operation PSELFEXT worst case result screen Note: The PSELFEXT measurement can't be performed without the remote unit. PSELFEXT PLOT screen After entering this screen individual or all PSELFEXT (frequency) plots together with the test standard limit curve are shown on the display. Margin and result at the cursor position are displayed under the graph.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation Test procedure: Make sure that the Remote unit is connected on the far end of the cable. Select and run the Return Loss test. After the Remote unit is connected and the tests are completed, all four Return Loss results and an overall Pass/Fail decision are shown on the display.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Return Loss plot screen 5.3.7 Attenuation Attenuation is the measured loss of signal strength in a pair from one cable end to the other. It increases with frequency and cable length so it has to be measured over the complete frequency range.
Multi LAN 350 Operation The following actions can now be performed: ESC key: return to Attenuation result screen NEXT PAIR: view next plot Left, Right key: move cursor left and right to view margin and result at selected frequency Up, Down key: move cursor up and down along the amplitude axis.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation PSACR margin results screen PSACR worst case results screen Note: The PSACR measurement can't be performed without the remote unit. PSACR PLOT screen After entering this screen individual or all PACR (frequency) plots together with test standard limit curve are shown on the display.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.3.9 ACR, Remote ACR ACR (Attenuation to crosstalk ratio) is a comparison of the attenuated regular signal and disturbing crosstalk signals on the receiver side. High ACR values indicate a high performance connection where the crosstalk levels are small in comparison with attenuation.
Multi LAN 350 Operation ACR PLOT screen After entering this screen individual or all ACR (frequency) plots together with test standard limit curve are shown on the display. Margin and result at the cursor position are displayed under the graph. The following actions can now be performed: ESC key: return to ACR result screen...
Multi LAN 350 Operation Length result screen Note: If no remote is detected, the instrument continues testing after 1s. In this case the operator must ensure that the cable end is opened or shorted. 5.3.11 Delay Skew Delay skew is the difference in propagation delays between test pulses through different cable pairs.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Select and run Propagation delay test. After the Remote unit is connected and the test is completed, the results, Pass/Fail information and limit are shown on the display. The following actions can now be performed: ESC key: return to Single Test main screen TEST: repeat the test.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Note: The instrument continues testing if no remote is detected within 1s. In this case the operator must ensure a proper cable termination. The test can be run only on cables longer then 5m. A warning will be displayed in this case.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation In general TDR test helps to determine whether there are impedance anomalies on the tested pair or cable. It is also possible to locate and determine the type of anomaly. TDnext is used to crosstalk problems. Some typical TDR and TDnext pictures together with comments are collected in the following table.
Multi LAN 350 Operation cable terminated at the end no reflections will occur. High crosstalk A high coupling signal due to a problem crosstalk problem occures on the adjacent pair - unmatched connectivity components. Split pair A very high coupling signal in the adjacent pair.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Parameters in Scope Menu Range: setting the expected length range of interest. The instrument will automatically adjust the optimal pulse length for the given range. A properly set range enables the operator to view the reflections in full detail. Mode: Single mode is usually used (one measurement is performed).
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.5.1 Complete, Near End, Far End Autotest Three types of Autotest configurations are available: Autotest Type Included tests Device on the remote side Complete Autotest Performs ALL selected measurements Instrument MultiLAN (can be set in Settings menu) Near End Autotest Performs all selected measurements, except:...
Multi LAN 350 Operation Complete cable test when using the Remote unit MultiLAN 350 RU on the far end When working with the Remote unit MultiLAN 350 RU a complete Autotest consists of two steps : 1. Near End Autotest 2.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Autotest Main menu screen when working with another MultiLAN350. All selected tests will be performed. 5.5.3 Testing procedure Make sure that the Remote unit is connected at the far cable end and that the right Autotest parameters (test standard, cable type, Autotest type) are set. Press ENTER to start Autotest.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.6 Autotest - fiber optic The autotest feature performs a complete optical cable verification. The results from the compatible Optical measuring instrument are received via the IR port and further analysed with MultiLAN350. In the SETTING - CABLE TYPE menu the fiber measuring mode can be set. Test standard, cable type and parameters are set in the Test Standard Menu (chapter 5.8.).
Multi LAN 350 Operation In the table below the 8 measurement test organization is shown: No. of Measurement Cable Wavelength Device on Device on the far test the near side side 850nm optical optical source power meter 850nm optical optical source power meter 850nm optical...
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Multi LAN 350 Operation Initial Optical fiber test screen Perform Fiber optic attenuation test with Optical measuring instrument. After completing the test send the results to MultiLAN350 via IR communication port. Refer to Optical measuring instrument User Manual for more information. To assure a succesfull data transfer place both instruments as shown in figure below: Placing Optical power meter for optimum data transfer There is a confirmation (long+short) beep if the data was received successfully.
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Multi LAN 350 Operation Data in received result field By repeating the steps above locations 1 to 8 can be filled with measurement results. The following actions can be performed with the entered results: Data prepared in preset locations Up, Down, Left, Right select a result (inverted) TEST: clears the selected result...
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.7 Setting copper cable standard Refer to chapter 5.13.10 on how to select copper cable measuring mode. The test standard, cable type and Autotest sequence can be set in the Test Standard Menu. There are preprogrammed test parameters for each selected standard or cable type and Pass/Fail limits.
Multi LAN 350 Operation ESC key: return to the Test Standard screen. New settings are not considered. Up, Down: select the cable type Enter: Enter the NVP setup menu Cable Type screen 5.7.3 Setting cable NVP Cable NVP can be set in this screen. It is recommended to use this option if the exact cable NVP is known.
Multi LAN 350 Operation ESC: returns to the Test Standard screen. New settings are not considered ENTER: the set configuration is stored. The instrument returns to Test Standard screen Up, Down: select measurement Left, Right: set measurement On (Yes) or Off (No). Autotest sequence screen Note: All three screens must be confirmed with ENTER to accept the new setup! The user can recall the default settings in the Settings menu or by setting the Autotest...
Multi LAN 350 Operation Optical fiber test standard main screen 5.8.2 Cable type selection Different cable types associated with the selected test standard and other fiber link parameters can be set in this screen. In the upper rows the actual set fiber link parameters are displayed. The following actions can be performed now: ESC key: returns to the Test Standard screen.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Warning: The fiber cable attenuation PASS/FAIL limit depends on the cable length for some standards! If entering a length lower than the actual this could lead to wrong interpretation of results (PASS instead of FAIL could be reported). Therefore the correct length should be entered.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.9.4 Remote In this position the MultiLAN350 behaves as a Remote Unit. It terminates the far cable end in accordance with commands from the Main unit on the near end. The main advantage in comparison with the Remote Unit MultiLAN 350 RU is the fact that Remote measurements can be performed.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.10 Locator This function is a powerful tool for finding the correct cable connector in wiring closets, patch panels etc. In this mode the instrument decodes which locator is connected to the far cable end. Test procedure: Connect the coded (the code is printed on the locator) RJ45 locators in cable end sockets.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.11.1 Saving the latest PLOTS The plots of the latest: - NEXT and Remote NEXT, - PSNEXT and Remote PSNEXT - ELFEXT and Remote ELFEXT - Attenuation - Return Loss and Remote Return Loss - ACR and Remote ACR - PSACR and Remote PSACR - TDR - TDnext...
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Multi LAN 350 Operation An empty memory location. A complete Autotest, Near End or Far End test can be stored. Memory screen – location with An occupated memory It is possible to overwrite an already stored Near End location. the data that are already Autotest stored.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Memory screen – location An occupated memory It is possible to overwrite with already stored tests. location. the data that are already stored. The user will be asked for confirmation (YES). Saving procedure - general After performing an Complete Autotest / Near End Autotest / Remote Autotest / Fiber optic Autotest press SAVE key.
Multi LAN 350 Operation After powering up the Power LEDs is lit on. When the Remote Unit is connected with the main unit it now follows the commands from the Main Unit . If there is no command from the Main Unit for more than 10 minutes the Remote Unit automatically switches off.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.13.1 Language selection The instrument supports different languages (depending on FW version). Setting a new language Up,Down select new language leave menu, selected language adopted leave menu without changes 5.13.2 Calibration To ensure maximum accuracy of test results, the instrument is capable ( in addition with the Attenuation Calibration Module) of autocalibration.
Multi LAN 350 Operation Examples of Recall memory screens Note:Plots aren't stored and therefore can't be recalled ! 5.13.4 Clear Autotest In this menu individual Autotests can be deleted: Left, Right : select the CABLE, OBJECT or FLOOR number (the actual item is underlined, number is flashing).
Multi LAN 350 Operation If the supply voltage drops below 6.5V the instrument switches itself off to prevent uncontrolled behaviour because of too low supply. 5.13.7 Set Date/Time Date and time are attached to the saved results in the memory. Setting procedure After entering this menu the selected item flashes.The following actions can now be performed:...
Multi LAN 350 Operation After entering this menu the following actions can be performed: Left, Right keys switch between available noise filters leave menu and confirm the selected mode leave menu without changes The filters are activated only if the noise level is high enough to degrade the accuracy of MultiLAN 350 (NOISE is reported).
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.13.11 Initial settings In this menu the following parameters and settings can be set to initial (factory) values: Test standard, Cable type, Autotest tests Contrast Backlight mode Language TDR and TDNext settings will be set to default. Stored Autotest data will stay in the memory.
Multi LAN 350 Operation 5.14 HELP function The HELP function can be accessed anytime by pressing the HELP key: Up, Down: select item of interest ENTER, Up, Down: more HELP ESC: exit Help Menu Initial Help screen Help screen example...
Multi LAN 350 LAN Link Software package 6 LAN Link Software package The Multi LAN 350 is supplied with a powerful suite of Windows software that can be used for: • downloading and viewing memorized Autotest results from the instrument •...
Multi LAN 350 LAN Link Software package 6.1 Creating test reports When Receive Measurements in Receive Results window is selected, the LANlink Result Screen appears. The following actions can now be taken: 6.1.1 Defining original location names After opening a file the memory structure with stored data is displayed on the left side of the screen, named Installation Structure Editor.
Multi LAN 350 LAN Link Software package Typical Plot window 6.1.5 Saving Autotest Result or Plots for Documentation Purposes Complete Autotest results (together with the installation structure) and plots can be saved for documentation purposes. Example of Autotest result window - cupper cable...
Multi LAN 350 LAN Link Software package Example of Autotest result window – optical fiber cable 6.2 Printing out a test report or plot After the test report is edited (locations renamed, comments added, test site data etc) it can be printed out. A confirmation print out preview always appears. Test Report print preview...
Multi LAN 350 Index 7 Index Accessories Impedance Return loss - standard Installing LANlink on CD Remote tests - optional Installation structure Remote ACR Attenuation - editor Remote ELFEX - calibration - saving Remote NEXT - renaming Remote PSACR Asterix in test results Remote PSNEXT Autotest Initial settings...
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