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Chapter 5. Autotest
Using Autotest, the installation can be measured and tested in a simple and fast way. After
pressing the AUTOTEST key, LanTEK
pre-programmed single tests. Autotest can be enabled from the Display (DH) or Remote
(RH) handset.
Selection of single tests from the test series depends on the type of cabling to be tested.
Specification of the test series is based on approved or recommended standards, as well as
specific parameters.
After the test series is completed, LanTEK
result, as well as the individual passed/failed results.
Preferences on Display handset (DH)
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Set Autotest Pref.
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Select job folder.
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Set cable name (cable ID).
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Select cable type.
Connections
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Separate cable line to be tested from all network components.
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Using suitable patch cords, connect the Display handset (DH) to one end of the
cable line (link), and the Remote handset (RH) to the opposite end of the cable line
(link).
Test run
By pressing the AUTOTEST key, the test procedures described below are initiated:
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First, the Display handset (DH) attempts to establish a connection to the Remote
handset (RH) via a correctly connected wire pair. If connection cannot be
established, the Display handset (DH) will show the message "Searching for Remote
(RH). The search is continued until the Autotest is manually cancelled or the Remote
handset (RH) is located.
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After connection to the Remote handset (RH) has been successfully established, its
serial number is read out to check if current configuration data are available.
NOTE:
If during the last 7 days no calibration has been performed on the identified Remote
handset (RH), the Autotest is cancelled and the user receives a message that a field
calibration is required.
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Display handset (DH) continues the Autotest if serial number is valid. Most Autotests
start with the Wiremap test for twisted pair cables.
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Following the Wiremap test, the other single tests that have been defined for the
currently selected cable type are performed.
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After completion of Autotest, all test data can be displayed, saved and printed.
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The test results of the last Autotest are stored in the non-volatile memory and
remain available for viewing even after the LanTEK
powered down.
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The test results of the last Autotest remain in the non-volatile memory until they are
overwritten by new test results, the memory is deleted or an analysis test is
conducted.
LanTEK III
User Manual
III Cable Tester automatically performs a number of
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III Cable Tester displays an overall passed/failed
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II Cable Tester is powered on or
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