Appendix A : How To Characterize And Test The Performance Of The Adapters - Fluke DTX-PC S Series User Manual

Appendix A: How to Characterize and Test the Performance
Introduction
This appendix describes two methods for characterizing the performance of the
DTX-PCxxS adapters. You can use the results from this test for the following:
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Determining when the RJ45 jacks need replacing, or the adapters are otherwise
damaged
Category 5e, 6, and 6A patch cord test limits are very tight. You may see many
failures and, consequently, may wonder if the test adapters are working properly.
The RJ45 jacks in the adapters wear out with use. Worn jacks or other damage to
the adapters can cause tests to fail. The performance test helps you determine when
the jacks need replacing or the adapters need service center repair.
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Verifying the adapters' performance
The performance test lets you verify the adapters' performance after you replace
the RJ45 jacks in the adapters, purchase replacement or additional adapters, or
anytime the adapters' performance seems questionable.
While it is not possible to fully evaluate the adapters' performance in the field, the
test described in this section help you characterize the adapters and determine if
they are working properly.
DTX-PCxxS Performance Test Using a Reference Patch Cord
When you first receive your adapters, you can characterize their performance by testing
a reference patch cord and saving the test results and the patch cord for future
reference. Later, you can use the patch cord and its results to determine if the adapters'
RJ45 jacks need replacing or to verify the adapters' performance.
To characterize the adapters when you first receive them, do the following:
1 Attach the DTX-PCxxS/MN adapter to the main DTX tester. Attach the DTX-PCxxS/SR
adapter to the remote DTX tester.
2 Select an appropriate patch cord test limit in SETUP.
of the Adapters
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