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  • Page 1 Copper USER MANUAL http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.2 The One Touch Access Button ................16 5 Setting Reference ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 32 6 Configuring an AUTOTEST ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 33 6.1 Setting up WireXpert .................... 33 6.2 Testing Guide for Permanent Link Testing ............34 6.3 Testing Guide for Channel Testing ................ 35 http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 3 7 Performing an AUTOTEST ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 36 7.1 Understanding AUTOTEST ..................36 7.2 NEXT and RL Fault Locating ................38 7.3 Managing test result(s) ..................39 7.4 Exporting test results into eXport PC Software ........... 40 8 Declarations ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 45 9 Appendix ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 48 10 Technical Support ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 Introduction 1�1 About product Softing’s WireXpert, with its unparalleled 2,500 MHz measurement range, is the first cable certifier with capability to certify the highest performance cabling systems in enterprise networks and data centers. Cable installers make significant gain in productivity with WireXpert‘s industry leading test speed and ease of use.

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    1.4 About this document Read this manual before starting For damages due to improper connection, implementation or operation Softing refuses any liability according to our existing warranty obligations. 1.4.1 Document history Document version Modifications compared to previous version Firmware update to v7.3.

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    1.4.2 Conventions used The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer documentation: Keys, buttons, menu items, commands and other elements involving user interaction are set in bold font and Open Start → Control Panel → Programs menu sequences are separated by...

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    1.6 Scope of delivery WireXpert WX-4500-FA or WX-500-FA comprises the following parts: Soft or Hard carrier case WireXpert WX4500 or Calibration Certificate (WX_AC_SOFTCASE) or WireXpert WX500 & USB Flash Drive (WX_AC_HARDCASE) (LOCAL and REMOTE) Power Adapters - Talk-set headphones LCD Protective Cover Input: 100-240VAC/0.8A (WX_AC_TALKSET1) (WX_LCD_COVER)

  • Page 8: Wirexpert Pc Software And Firmware

    For more information on installation and using eXport PC software, please refer to “Installation Guide for eXport PC software” and “User Manual for eXport PC software”. Note Softing IT Networks has ceased support for ReportXpert v5.x and earlier. Please contact asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com for more information. 2.2 Upgrade firmware 1 Download and install the latest eXport PC software.
  • Page 9 7 Please wait while exporting takes place. This process may take a while. 8 Remove USB flash drive from workstation and connect to WireXpert. 9 Select [Upgrade Firmware] from prompt and click [OK] button to continue. 10 If prompt did not appear, check that USB icon is present on the status bar, and press the [SETUP] button →...

  • Page 10: Understanding Wirexpert

    Main functional buttons AUTOTEST, SETUP, DATA and One-touch access buttons TOOLS for WireXpert. Enables quick AUTOTEST and results viewing in a single click. Brightness Control Adjusts the brightness level of the LCD display. Navigation scroll buttons Performs navigation in long lists. http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 11: Dual Control System (Dcs)

    Part Functionality Provides simple explanation relevant to the functionality Context sensitive help on the current screen (available in future version). When connected with different probe adapters (e.g. Probe interface connector CAT6A channel or Permanent Link), WireXpert will enable specified certification test to be conducted. Battery storage compartment.

  • Page 12: Cabling Certification And Testing

    User patch cords are included for the Channel configuration. The pass/fail limits for this configuration allows performance degradation inherent in the two additional patch cords included in the measurements, thus are less stringent. Special channel adapters are used on both LOCAL and REMOTE units for channels that are under test. http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 13: Memory

    3.5 Memory 1 Gigabyte internal flash memory. External USB Flash Drive included allows for flexible data management and storage. WireXpert only supports FAT/FAT32/exFAT file system. 3.5.1 Memory Requirements The amount of memory that each test result takes up depends on the options that is configured before starting the test.

  • Page 14: Power Supply

    (WX_AC_CHARGER). 3.8 Dimension • Size: 220mmH x 110mmW x 53mmD • Weight: approx. 1.0 kg (approx. 2.2 lbs.) 3.9 Environmental Conditions • Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C • Storage Temperature: 20°C to 60°C • Relative humidity: 10% to 80% http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 15: Wirexpert User Interface

    4 WireXpert User Interface 4.1 Touch Screen Layout The Graphical User Interface (GUI) in version 7.0’s firmware has been updated with a more responsive system and quick-access menus. WireXpert boots up to the SETUP screen. It is categorized into 5 groups: Status bar Quick Setup group Test Settings group...

  • Page 16: The One Touch Access Button

    → Test Settings → Test Options → Lab → Marginal Pass/Fail to change the presentation of the test result to clear “PASS” or “FAIL” results. Uncertainty of the tester is then not taken into account. Contact Softing for more information. You will be given the following option after performing an AUTOTEST: •...
  • Page 17 AUTOTEST results [View] detail results Plots Two worst tested parameters will be displayed on the result summary screen. Press the [View] button to view detailed results. The type of results will differ depending on the Test Limits and type of cable. Test results on the screenshots are for illustration purposes only and not to be taken as reference values.
  • Page 18 Press the [SETUP] button → Test Settings → Cable Manufacturer to choose from a list of cable manufacturers. If unsure of manufacturer, choose [Generic UTP] or [Generic Shielded], or [Customised Cable] to create custom cable. Customized Cable Click [Add] to add or [Delete] to remove customized cable(s) from the customised cable list. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 19 Add customised cable Manage customised cables When creating customised cable, determining the cable name, number of pairs, construction type, performance grade(S/FTP) and cable’s NVP is required. WireXpert introduces the [Manage] button on version 7.0 firmware. [Manage] enables multiple saved items such as sites, operators, customized cables, customized connectors and results to be selected and deleted simultaneously.
  • Page 20 Impedance plot will be displayed on eXport. Disabled by default. • 3/4 dB Rule – If enabled, WireXpert will ignore RL failures if Insertion Loss (IL) is <3dB and NEXT failures if IL is <4dB. Disabled by default. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 21 4.2.2.3 Project Settings Project Settings provides non-results oriented configurations before performing an AUTOTEST. 4�2�2�3�1 Site To add a site, 1. Press the [SETUP] button → Project Settings → Site to begin adding a new site. 2. Click the [Add] button to add a new site. 3.
  • Page 22 Press the [SETUP] button → Test Settings → Label Source to choose from a list of scheme. Template Label 4.2.2.4.1 Template Label None Manual input of label names is required for every saving of result. Simple Label Provides simple numeric increments to a prefix. To configure the simple label scheme: http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 23 1. Label Name - Enter desired Prefix (e.g. Office, Company X) for every label. 2. Start Value - Set a numeric start value (e.g. 1, 33, 245) for incremental counts. TIA-606-A Class 1 (Single Room Horizontal Link) TIA-606-A Class 1 standard labelling scheme mainly used to support labelling for a building or premises that is served in a single equipment room or a horizontal cross- connect.
  • Page 24 Room 2 Name” followed by - “Backbone Cable . Cable” Free Form Free Form provides simple numeric increments to 2 or more prefix. The default start “A-1” and end “B-5” labels will generate labels “A1 to A5 and B1 to B5”. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 25 List Based Testing List based testing allows creation of label list in the eXport software on PC and then bring the list to WireXpert. It further allows easy selection of labels from the list to help technician select the cables to be tested quickly. This testing method is carefully optimized for typical test work-flow, and it significantly improves productivity.
  • Page 26 WireXpert enters the sleep (power saving) mode. For Auto Power-off Interval, Press the [SETUP] button → System Settings → Settings 1 → Auto Power-Off Interval to select the idle duration before WireXpert performs an automatic shutdown. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 27 4.2.2.5.4 Audio Settings Press the [SETUP] button → System Settings → Settings 1 → Audio Settings to configure various audio options for WireXpert. • Touch Click – Enable option to trigger clicking sound options on screen touch. • Speaker & Tone – Enable option to trigger system sound options, e.g., boot up. •...
  • Page 28 Battery levels of LOCAL and REMOTE will be displayed if units are connected. 4.2.2.5.9 Restore Factory Settings Press the [SETUP] button → System Settings 2 → Settings 2 → Restore Default Settings to restore WireXpert to factory settings. Click [OK] to begin restoration. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 29 CAUTION Restoring WireXpert to default settings is an irreversible action. All user defined settings and stored test results will be erased and cannot be recovered. 4.2.2.5.10 Touch Screen Calibration Press the [SETUP] button → System Settings → Settings 2 → Touch Screen Calibration to re-adjust mechanical alignments of the touch screen.
  • Page 30 The [DATA] button provides archive and data management ability to saved sites and test results. Saved test results can be renamed or deleted in this option. View Results Manage Results CAUTION Deleting a site will also delete its containing test results. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 31 Learn NVP – Performs a test Reset Probe – ResetsPerm. About – Displays worldwide to determine the NVP of the Link adapter usage count contact information Softing. cable using the length value once a new link cord is in programmed by the user place...

  • Page 32: Setting Reference

    4. Press the [TOOLS] button → Set Reference 5. Set Reference will fail in the event of- • Adapter probe mismatch, i.e., two channel or permanent link adapters • Firmware version mismatch between LOCAL and REMOTE units • No connection between LOCAL and REMOTE units http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 33: Configuring An Autotest

    6 Configuring an AUTOTEST 6.1 Setting up WireXpert After configuring the system settings, follow these steps to set up an AUTOTEST. 1. Press the [SETUP] button → Project Settings a. Site – Create or select a Site b. Operator – Create or select an Operator c.

  • Page 34: Testing Guide For Permanent Link Testing

    4. Choose the Permanent Link limits and configure other settings if necessary. 5. Connect the LOCAL unit to the patch panel and REMOTE unit to the outlet using the patch cord provided. 6. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to begin AUTOTEST. http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 35: Testing Guide For Channel Testing

    6.3 Testing Guide for Channel Testing Channel (Ch) test is comprised of the connection from an active device (egg. Router) in a data rack, a telecommunication outlet (horizontal cabling) and the connecting patch cords at both ends using Channel test adapters at each end of the link under test. The recommended length for the patch cord from the patch panel and the outlet is 5m.

  • Page 36: Performing An Autotest

    Click on the parameter to display a more comprehensive individual result. In plot view, press the [Worst Margin] button to view the worst margin. Press again to view the [Worst Value] or press the [Manage] button for more options. Wire map Insertion Loss Return Loss http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 37 Attentuation to Crosstalk Attentuation to Crosstalk Near-end Crosstalk Ratio, Far-end Ratio, Near-end (ISO only) Power-sum ACRF Power-sum ACRN Power-sum NEXT (ISO only) Manage plots Resistance Length & Delay...

  • Page 38: Next And Rl Fault Locating

    Each peak result in NEXT and RL Locator could represent a new joint connection, rarely a coupler and not necessary a bad cable that requires replacement. Locator – To enable, press NEXT Locator Return Loss Locator → the [SETUP] button Test → → Settings Test Options Locator http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 39: Managing Test Result(S)

    7.3 Managing test result(s) Test results can be manually saved by pressing the [Save] button after an AUTOTEST is completed. When prompted, enter label name and click [OK] to save. The [Save] icon will disappear once saving is completed. Pass test results will be automatically saved with reference to the selected Label Source ([SETUP] →...

  • Page 40: Exporting Test Results Into Export Pc Software

    1. Insert USB flash drive to USB port on WireXpert. 2. Device will automatically detect flash drive. 3. Otherwise, press the [SETUP] button → System Settings 2 → Storage → USB 4. Select [Test Results]. 5. Click [OK] to proceed. http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 41 6. Launch eXport software. 7. Go to File → Create New Project to create new project space. 8. Go to Import → USB Flash Drive and select the flash drive. Click [Import]. 9. Select database and click [Import Selected] to import or click [Import All] for all databases.
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  • Page 43 7.4.2 Direct connection via USB cable 1. Connect WireXpert to your PC using a mini USB cable. 2. Launch eXport software. 3. Go to File → Create New Project to create new project space. 4. Go to Import → Device. 5.
  • Page 44 User Manuals Refer “User Manual – eXport” for more information on how to use the software. http://itnetworks.softing.com...

  • Page 45: Declarations

    8 Declarations...
  • Page 46 “Electromagnetic Compatibility” (EMC directive). It meets the following requirements: Note A Declaration of Conformity in compliance with the above standards has been made and can be requested from Softing Singapore Pte Ltd. China ROHS The WireXpert device and its test components are China ROHS compliant.
  • Page 47 ETL Intertek Verified WireXpert device is ETL verified to ANSI/TIA IIIe, IEC 61935-1 levels IIIe & IV and currently proposed Level V draft, with the applicable measurement accuracy. Class 1 Laser Product The light source transmitted from the following fiber test modules – Single Mode (SM), Multi-Mode (MM) and Encircled Flux compliant Multi-Mode (MMEF) are classified as Class 1 lasers and are very low risk and “safe under reasonably foreseeable use”, including the use of...

  • Page 48: Appendix

    DATA menu. [Restart] – Restarts current [Save] – Saves current test [USB] – Reads USB flash procedure. result. Icon will disappear drive to perform upgrade after a successful save. firmware, test result export or custom limit and label list import http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 49 [Select all] – Selects all [Next pair] – View next Fibermap – Displays data on screen. pair of plots of the current mapping of fiber being result. tested. [MPO chart/grid] – Toggles [Scope live/test] – Toggles [Set Reference] – Performs between displaying of between ‘Live’...
  • Page 50 User Guide – Installing eXport PC Software Quick Start Guide – Copper Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – Fiber Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – Encircled Flux Compliant Multimode Fiber Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – MPO Certification Testing http://itnetworks.softing.com...
  • Page 51 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd Singapore Science Park 1 3 Science Park Drive Franklin, #03-09 Singapore 118223 http://itnetworks.softing.com + 65 6569 6019 + 65 6899 1016 asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com The latest version of this manual is available in the Softing download area at: http://itnetworks.softing.com.

  • Page 52: Technical Support

    94000 (Paris) Phone: +33 1451 72805 E-mail: info.france@softing.com Austria Buxbaum Automation GmbH Eisenstadt Phone: +43 2682 7045 60 E-Mail: office@myautomation.at Softing’s global presence ensures our customers receives sales and technical support anywhere around the world. For more information : http://itnetworks.softing.com http://itnetworks.softing.com...

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