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  • Page 1 W i r e S c o p e 3 5 0 U s e r ò s G u i d e  www.wirescope.com...
  • Page 2 WireScope 350 User’s Guide Part Number N2605A-070 Printed in USA Version 2.1 Print Date: April 2001 Copyright 1999, 2000, 2001 Agilent Technologies. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 (becomes a part of) other Agilent Technologies products. During the warranty period, Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by Agilent Technologies (Agilent).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Digital fault finding ..........................18 Ports............................18 SmartProbe test port ..........................18 Serial port............................18 USB ports ............................18 Talkset jack............................18 Charger port............................18 WireScope 350 user interface overview ................. 19 Basic screen layout..........................19 Keys ..............................20 On-screen buttons..........................20 Data entry options ..........................21 On-line Help............................22 CHAPTER 4 ..........................23 ....................
  • Page 5 Contents Specifying the connecting hardware....................32 Setting the pairing convention ......................34 Setting measurement options ......................34 Setting the maximum frequency ......................37 Plot storage setting..........................37 Storage Setup setting ..........................38 Operators setting..........................38 Using test probes ........................39 Understanding SmartProbe test port features ..................39 Caring for the SmartProbe test port....................39 Viewing probe information.........................40 Autotest settings profiles........................40 Autotest setup in one step ........................43...
  • Page 6 Contents Purpose ..............................66 Operation ............................66 Results ..............................66 Measure Length ........................67 Purpose ..............................67 Operation ............................67 Results ..............................67 CHAPTER 8 ..........................69 COAX TWINAX A ................69 UNNING UTOTESTS Coax Testing........................... 69 Coax Setup ............................69 Operation ............................69 Results ..............................70 Twinax Testing........................71 Twinax Setup ............................71 Operation ............................71 Results ..............................72...
  • Page 7 Size of test result records and memory capacity..............111 Viewing memory status ......................112 Using CompactFlash™ cards ....................113 Installing WireScope 350 software from a CompactFlash™ card........114 Downloading autotest profiles from a CompactFlash™ card............115 Using the Database viewer ....................117 Viewing saved tests...........................117...
  • Page 8 PTION Operation ............................135 Controls............................135 CHAPTER 17 ..........................137 ....................... 137 RINTING ABLE DENTIFIERS WireScope 350 Printer Setup ....................137 Saving Cable IDs..........................138 Printing the Cable ID ........................138 APPENDIX A ..........................139 ..........................139 PECIFICATIONS General ..........................139 Size ..............................139 Weight ..............................139 Power ...............................139...
  • Page 9 Multiple Levels of Calibration ..................... 145 Baseline Calibration ......................145 Remote Calibration....................... 145 Environmental Calibration (Internal) ................... 146 Field Verification of Baseline Accuracy ................146 Self-Test on a WireScope 350 ......................146 Self-Test on a DualRemote 350 ......................146 APPENDIX C ..........................147 ........................147 EGACY ETWORKS APPENDIX D ..........................

  • Page 10: Chapter 1

    The WireScope 350 is available as a basic WireScope 350 Complete Analyzer Kit or as a WireScope 350 Professional Test Kit. The items contained in the basic kit are listed below. Professional kits contain additional items and the kit is contained in a hard carry case instead of the nylon carrying case.

  • Page 11: Software Upgrades

    ScopeData Pro User’s Guide for instructions for downloading software to the WireScope 350. The DualRemote 350 uses the identical software contained in the WireScope 350. Any mismatch in software versions is detected during the Remote Calibration procedure (23). The WireScope 350 will guide you through the procedure for downloading software from the WireScope 350 to the DualRemote 350.

  • Page 12: Viewing Software And Hardware Version Information

    WireScope 350 test set. Both the WireScope 350 and DualRemote 350 consist of a top part, known as a “host module” which contains the user interface and PC interface connections, and a bottom part, known as a “test module”.
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 Introduction 12...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2

    The purpose of instruments like the WireScope 350 is to provide a convenient and reliable means of certifying new installations for compliance with structured cabling standards.

  • Page 15: Test Configurations

    Test configurations There are two commonly used configurations for certifying installed cabling. Link configuration Structured Cabling Link Link Link Probe Probe Telecommunications Telecommunications Closet Outlet WireScope DualRemote The Link configuration is intended for use in facilities still in the construction stage.

  • Page 16: Cabling Certification Standards

    The WireScope and the DualRemote attach to the channel under test via special channel probes, which provide a modular-8 jack interface for connection to the user patch cords. Cabling certification standards Although tremendous progress has been made to date in the area of structured cabling specifications, standards development is a continuous process driven by technology innovations and market forces.
  • Page 17 Chapter 2 Cable Testing Overview 16...

  • Page 18: Chapter 3

    Chapter 3 WireScope Overview WireScope 350 hardware The WireScope 350 is packaged in a rugged enclosure designed to withstand the challenges present in a construction environment. A tough “skeleton” with an over-molded bumper protects against damage during drops or accidental knocks.

  • Page 19: Digital Fault Finding

    DB-9 cable is included. USB ports The WireScope 350 incorporates a universal serial bus (USB) interface to provide PC and peripheral communication at up to 100 times the speed of a conventional serial port. The DualRemote 350 incorporates a USB slave port.

  • Page 20: Wirescope 350 User Interface Overview

    WireScope 350 user interface overview The WireScope 350 is designed for ease of use. The bright color touch screen allows for a clear and logical layout of functions at each stage in the cable certification cycle. Basic screen layout Several common screen elements are used throughout the WireScope 350 user interface.

  • Page 21: Keys

    Keys You control the WireScope 350 using a combination of mechanical keys and on- screen buttons. The Power Key turns the unit on. If the unit is already on, quickly pressing the power key brings up the sleep/shut-down dialog box. The unit will go to sleep in 5 seconds unless you cancel this option.

  • Page 22: Data Entry Options

    Data entry options In many places within the WireScope 350 user interface, you may need to enter numbers or text. The text entry icon denotes fields that you can enter text into. The WireScope 350 provides up to three alternative ways to enter text: ·...

  • Page 23: On-Line Help

    On-line Help An extensive on-line help system is available on the WireScope 350. To access help for any screen, press the Help button. Pressing underlined hyperlink jumps to another help topic. When you press the help key, you launch the help window, which describes the current screen.

  • Page 24: Chapter 4

    DualRemote pair that you will use. Remote calibration is a process that allows the WireScope to compensate for any slight anomalies in its measurement hardware or that of the companion DualRemote unit. Connect the WireScope 350 and DualRemote 350 per either of the configurations below. Precision Calibration...

  • Page 25: Test Probes

    Test Probes SmartProbe Port Interface The WireScope 350 uses test probes to connect to the cabling runs that it certifies. All WireScope 350 test probes attach though the SmartProbe port at SmartProbe the top of the WireScope and DualRemote enclosures. The SmartProbe port...

  • Page 26: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide You can use the WireScope 350 with minimal settings. To do this for link or channel tests, insert the required Basic Link or Channel Adapters as required in both the WireScope 350 and DualRemote 350. Then, turn both units on and calibrate as previously directed.

  • Page 27: Autotest Settings

    Autotest Settings The WireScope 350 Autotest is designed to be very flexible to support the wide range of cabling certification requirements that you may encounter in the field. Before you start testing, it is important to verify that Autotest settings match your certification requirements.

  • Page 28: Setting Cabling Limits

    Press or the Edit button to open the configuration screen(s) for the selected setting. Once you have opened the configuration screen(s) for any setting, there will be instructions to guide you through any changes to that setting. When you exit the configuration screen(s) for any setting, you will return to the Autotest Settings screen.

  • Page 29: Network Certification

    Autotest Settings screen. Network certification The WireScope 350 can certify cabling for compliance with the physical medium dependent (PMD) requirements of popular network interface technologies such as Ethernet or ATM. Network certification can be in addition to certification to cabling limits.

  • Page 30: Site Settings

    Site settings The WireScope 350 can store the site name in each test result record. This capability helps organize test records and simplifies reporting. A characteristic of the site setting is the format used to label test records from that site. You can save either: A simple cable label with only one field (i.e.
  • Page 31 Setting up hierarchical cable labels By default, the WireScope 350 is set to use simple cable labels composed of just a single field. This is the format that most previous generation cable testers used. Many customers, however, prefer to save cable labels in a hierarchical format.

  • Page 32: Specifying The Cable

    Specifying the cable You must specify either the part number or the performance characteristics of the cable under test in order for the WireScope 350 to make accurate length measurements. You can either select the cable part number from a pre-loaded list of the most popular cable types or you can enter the cable part number and specifications.

  • Page 33: Specifying The Connecting Hardware

    OK to complete cable selection and return to the Autotest Settings screen. If you do not see the cable you are using already listed in the WireScope 350, select Add New Description and follow the instructions to add the specification data for the new cable.
  • Page 34 OK to complete connector selection and return to the Autotest Settings screen. If you do not see the connecting hardware you are using already listed in the WireScope 350, select Add New Description and follow the instructions to add the specification data for the new connector. Chapter 4...

  • Page 35: Setting The Pairing Convention

    Setting the pairing convention Cable pairing determines which cable pairs are attached to which contacts in the modular-8 connector. The WireScope 350 relies on this setting to correctly associate cable pair numbers with modular-8 contact numbers. To set the cable pairing, from the Autotest Setup screen, select cable pairing and press or Edit.
  • Page 36 You can also set the frequency step size and the format used to store pair to pair ELFEXT data. If you set the WireScope 350 to Fast Check Mode, you will not collect enough NOTE: data to certify the tested cabling runs.
  • Page 37 You can also specify whether the WireScope 350 applies the 3 dB attenuation rule to tests. Select Yes or No, then press or Next. You can also specify whether the WireScope 350 automatically calculates the fault location at the end of a failing autotest. Agilent Technologies recommends that you leave this setting selected unless you have a specific need to further optimize test speed.

  • Page 38: Setting The Maximum Frequency

    Plot storage setting The WireScope 350 can store either a summary data set or a full data set, including plots, for each test performed. The advantage of storing plots is the ability to re-evaluate saved test results for standards compliance and troubleshooting purposes.

  • Page 39: Storage Setup Setting

    Edit button to change the test result storage setting. Operators setting Usually, a two-person team operates the WireScope 350. You can store the names of both the main unit operator and the remote unit operator in each test record.

  • Page 40: Using Test Probes

    SmartProbe Interface The WireScope 350 has the ability to detect the characteristics of the attached test probes and based on this information and the selected connector and cabling limit settings, warn you if there is a potential misconfiguration before testing starts.

  • Page 41: Viewing Probe Information

    Loading a settings profile is a fast way to configure multiple settings all at once. A WireScope 350 settings profile stores any or all of the settings needed to run an autotest. You can save the current state of the WireScope 350 to a settings...
  • Page 42 To create a new profile, press Create New Profile and press or Next. Enter a name for the new settings profile and press or Next to continue. Select which settings to include in the setting profile by checking the boxes next to the corresponding settings.
  • Page 43 “Auto based on probe” (recommended). If you select “Auto (based on probe)”, the WireScope 350 will adjust the test limit for any performance grade based on the type of the limit (link or channel) based on the test configuration.

  • Page 44: Autotest Setup In One Step

    Autotest setup in one step Once there are settings profiles stored on the WireScope 350, you can quickly load a settings profile without going through the detailed autotest settings process. Starting from the Main Menu screen, press or Autotest. settings profile loaded.
  • Page 45 Chapter 4 Preparing to Run an Autotest 44...

  • Page 46: Chapter 5

    Make sure that you have attached the correct test probes and configured the proper settings or loaded a settings profile a described in the previous chapter. Connect the WireScope 350 at one end of the cabling run that you wish to test and the DualRemote 350 at the other.

  • Page 47: The Autotest Result Summary Screen

    Summary margins In the case of a failing test, if the calculate fault location option is turned on, the WireScope 350 will automatically calculate the distance to the most likely failure source in the tested cable run. Failure location and pairs involved are marked in red.
  • Page 48 From the Autotest Result Summary screen, you can either: Save the current test result by pressing the Save button (described in · next section) Start a new autotest by pressing the Start button; this results in the · following message being displayed: Continue by pressing or the Yes to discard the measurement, or press No to return to the three choices...

  • Page 49: Saving Test Results

    Saving test results When you press the Save button, the Save Results screen appears. Each saved test result record must have a unique cable label. There are several options for entering the cable label for the saved test result: · You can use a typewriter-style keyboard ·...

  • Page 50: Using The List

    Using the list If you have already saved test records on the WireScope 350 and would like to save the current test under one of the already-entered cable labels, you may prefer to pick the cable label from a list. Press the List button to switch to list mode.

  • Page 51: Starting The Next Autotest

    Starting the next autotest From the Autotest Summary screen, you can start another autotest by pressing the Start button. If you have already saved the previous test, the autotest will start without any further delay. If you have not yet saved the previous test, a dialog box will pop up to confirm that you wish to start another test without saving the previous result.

  • Page 52: Viewing Result Details

    Particularly in the case of failing measurements, you may want to see more detailed information. The WireScope 350 can present test result data in a variety of formats, depending on the type of data: ·...

  • Page 53: Summary Data

    Summary data The WireScope 350 summary data screens present result data in tabular format. To launch the summary data screen for any measurement, select the measurement from the Test Data screen. Then, press the Data button. The example above shows the summary data screen for the NEXT measurement.

  • Page 54: Frequency Plots

    The Plots screen shows frequency plots for all of the measured pairs or pair combinations. For some measurements, plots from both the WireScope 350 and DualRemote 350 are superimposed on the same set of axes. The frequency cursor is set to the point with the worst margin by default when the Plots screen appears.
  • Page 55 Press the Settings button to customize the displayed plot. The Grapher Setup screen allows you to select which pairs or pair combinations to view and the displayed frequency range. The available frequency range choices depend on the maximum frequency setting. Selected pair combination Worst case...

  • Page 56: Locating Faults

    Locating faults The WireScope 350 measurement plots contain high resolution signal phase information that can be used to map the location of Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) and Return Loss noise coupling along the tested cabling run. This capability is especially important when you need to troubleshoot a failing cabling run.

  • Page 57: Viewing Result Details On The Dualremote 350

    The hub / NIC detected LED indicates that the DualRemote 350 is plugged into a hub / Switch port or a NIC port instead of into a port which is connected to the WireScope 350. [This function is not yet supported in software. A future software upgrade will add this capability.]...

  • Page 58: Progress Indicator

    Failure to do so may cause permanent damage to the DualRemote 350 hardware. Calibration Required The Calibration Required LED indicates that the DualRemote 350 needs to be recalibrated with the WireScope 350. You will not be able to proceed with the autotest until the calibration process is complete.

  • Page 59: Diagnostics

    Diagnostics The Diagnostics section of the DualRemote 350 front panel provides more detailed information about failing test results. WS and DR LEDs indicate at which end of the tested cable the measurement failed. Test failed at Test failed at Test failed at both WireScope end of DualRemote end of ends of cabling run...

  • Page 60: Chapter 6

    Whereas cabling performance standards attempt to be application-neutral, and consequently to take into account the requirements of many applications, the Certify Network test profiles implemented in the WireScope 350 are specific to the requirements of each network application interface. By running a certify network test, you can determine whether the tested cabling run can successfully support the selected network application(s).
  • Page 61 You can review and edit other relevant settings before testing by pressing the Edit Settings button. The Certify Networks settings are a subset of the Autotest settings and can be edited using the same procedures outlined in chapter 4. To start the Certify Networks test, return to the Certify Networks setup screen and press or press the Start Test button.

  • Page 62: Certify Networks Results

    Certify networks results The Certify Networks summary results screen lists the network types tested and a summary result. You can view more detail about the tested networks by pressing the Details button. The Networks Data screen will appear. Select the network result you wish to view details for.
  • Page 63 Chapter 6 Certify Networks 62...

  • Page 64: Chapter 7

    Tools Introduction The Tools menu organizes individual test functions that you can run from the WireScope 350. To access the test functions under the tools menu, press the Tools button on the main menu. Tools The Tools menu contains three tools: ·...

  • Page 65: Quick Check

    Quick Check Purpose The Quick Check tool provides a quick way of testing for proper continuity and pairing without doing a full autotest. Operation From the Tools menu screen, press the Quick Check button. The quick check starts immediately. Results The quick check summary result screen indicates a pass or fail for the tested cabling run.

  • Page 66: Blink Hub Port

    From the Tools menu, press the Blink Hub Port button. When the Blink Hub Port screen appears, plug the WireScope 350 into a cable run that terminates in a hub or switch port and press the Blink Hub Port button.

  • Page 67: Learn Nvp

    Operation From the Tools menu, press the Learn NVP button. Attach a known length of cable to the WireScope 350 only. Do not connect the far end of the cable to the DualRemote 350. Enter the known length of the sample of cable.

  • Page 68: Measure Length

    Purpose The Measure Length tool allows you to measure the length of a cable connected to the WireScope 350. The far end of the cable must not be connected to the DualRemote 350 and must not be terminated (i.e., open-ended).
  • Page 69 Chapter 7 Tools 68...

  • Page 70: Chapter 8

    Coax testing. These settings are shown on the screens below. Operation Insert the Coax probe in the WireScope 350’s SmartProbe port and connect it to the coaxial cable to be tested. There is no need to use the DualRemote 350 in certifying Coax cables.

  • Page 71: Results

    When the Coax probe is inserted a default Coax cable is automatically selected. You can change to a different Coax cable in the Autotest Settings screen. The WireScope 350 is capable of certifying 10Base-2 and 10Base-5 network operation over Coax. By selecting Other in the Network Limits of the Autotest Settings screen, or in the Summary screen of the Certify Networks screen, you can enable the certification of these networks.

  • Page 72: Twinax Testing

    Operation Insert the Twinax probe in the WireScope 350’s SmartProbe port and connect it to the Twinax cable to be tested. There is no need to use the DualRemote 350 in certifying Coax cables. Press the Autotest button on the Main Menu to bring up the Autotest Setup screen shown above.

  • Page 73: Results

    Results After the test has completed, the result screen below on the left will appear. One tw isted pair w ith Shield Details Screen Data Table The Twinax Autotest evaluates length and cable integrity. Twinax cable integrity includes the detection of a properly connected shield. These results are shown in both the diagram at the top of the screen and the table at the bottom.

  • Page 74: Chapter 9

    Fiber optic test results are stored in the WireScope 350’s tests database and can be uploaded to a Windows-based PC via the same ScopeData Pro software used to manage twisted pair test results.
  • Page 75 Both fibers in pair Fiber Patch Cord tested simultaneously Used as Loopback WireScope 350 Single Ended Test Configuration Connect the Fiber SmartProbe to the WireScope 350 and it automatically configures itself for fiber optic specific testing. Chapter 9 Fiber Cable Testing Overview 74...

  • Page 76: Chapter 10

    WireScope 350 for your certification project. Attach FiberProbes The WireScope 350 has the ability to detect the characteristics of the attached Fiber SmartProbes. Based on this information this interface automatically brings up the Fiber Main Menu screen once the Fiber SmartProbe is attached. You are now ready to configure the Fiber Autotest settings.

  • Page 77: Fiber Calibration

    Fiber Calibration Before you begin testing, it is necessary to calibrate the WireScope and DualRemote pair that you will use. Remote calibration is a process that allows the WireScope to obtain the reference level for measurement. In particular, you must insert the required Fiber SmartProbes. Before running any fiber optic tests, Fiber SmartProbes need to be calibrated.
  • Page 78 Main Menu. Select the Single Ended option in the Fiber Calibration screen. Press Next or the button to continue. When the WireScope 350 detects a valid connection, the OK button will be enabled. Press OK or the button to perform the calibration. When the calibration is complete, a status dialog will appear.
  • Page 79 Double Ended Calibration Connect one Fiber SmartProbe to the WireScope 350 test port and one Fiber SmartProbe to the DualRemote 350 test port. Connect the two probes together with the two duplex patch cables and couplers supplied with the probes. Connect...

  • Page 80: Fiber Autotest Settings

    Fiber Autotest Settings The WireScope 350 is designed to be flexible to support a wide range of networking, cable, and connector certifications you may encounter in the field. Before you start testing, it is important that your fiber autotest settings match your certification requirements.

  • Page 81: Fiber Test Configuration Setup

    Edit button. Select the desired configuration and press OK or to return to the Fiber Autotest Settings screen. The WireScope 350 detects the type of probe inserted into the SmartProbe NOTE: connector. See page 39 for an introduction to this feature and how to view probe information.

  • Page 82: Loss Limit

    Loss Limit You are given two options for this parameter, Overall Budget Method and Length/Loss Method. Overall Budget Method configures a fixed loss limit value for each applicable wavelength. If a multimode cable is selected, you will be asked to specify overall loss budgets for 850 nm and 1300 nm wavelengths.

  • Page 83: Length Limit

    Length/Loss Method lets the WireScope 350 calculate the limit for you based on the length of the cable tested. You will be able to set values for Connectors, Loss per Connector, Splices, and Loss per Splice. The connector and splice losses are added to the loss calculated by multiplying the length of the fiber by the loss/Km specification of the selected cable.

  • Page 84: Network Certification

    Autotest Settings screen. Site Settings The WireScope 350 can store the site name in each test result record. This capability helps organize test records and simplifies reporting. A site setting specifies the format used to label test records for that site. You can save either: ·...
  • Page 85 Select the site icon and press or the Edit button to enter or change the site settings. You can either select an existing site name if you already have one loaded, or enter a new site name. Press Create New Site Name and press or Next to continue.
  • Page 86 Setting up hierarchical cable labels By default, the WireScope 350 is set to use simple cable labels composed of just a single field. This is the format most used by previous generations of cable testers. Many customers, however, prefer to save cable labels in a hierarchical format.

  • Page 87: Specifying The Fiber Cable

    OK to complete cable selection and return to the Fiber Autotest Settings screen. If you do not see the cable you are using already listed in the WireScope 350, select Add New Description and follow the instructions to add the specifications data for the new cable.

  • Page 88: Modal Bandwidth Setting

    Modal Bandwidth setting Modal bandwidth describes the grade of the selected fiber. This grade is significant in determining the loss and length limits for gigabit Ethernet network certification. Better fiber, with a larger modal bandwidth value, supports higher losses and longer lengths than fiber with a smaller modal bandwidth. The modal bandwidth settings will only appear if a 62.5/125u or a 50/125u fiber cable is selected.

  • Page 89: Specifying The Connecting Hardware

    The connector type specified assists the WireScope 350 in determining the test configuration. Some connectors, such as MT-RJ, do not allow for fiber swapping.

  • Page 90: Save To: Storage Location Setting

    The next Connector Setup configuration screen prompts you to either select a connector from the list stored on the WireScope 350 or add a new description. If you see the part number of the connecting hardware you are using, select it...

  • Page 91: Operators Setting

    Operators setting Usually, a two-person team operates the WireScope 350 set. You can store the names of both the main unit operator and the remote unit operator in each test record. You can also store information about which end of the cable run each unit tested (for example: main unit in telecom closet and remote unit at user location).

  • Page 92: Chapter 11

    Chapter 11 Running a Fiber Autotest Starting the Fiber Autotest Make sure that you have attached the correct fiber test probes and configured the proper settings. To start an Autotest from the Fiber Main Menu screen, press or Autotest. This brings up the Fiber Autotest Setup screen. If you need to, you can review settings from this screen before you start the Autotest.

  • Page 93: Running A Single Ended Fiber Autotest

    Running a single ended fiber autotest Connect the WireScope 350 and attached Fiber SmartProbe to one end of the fiber pair to be tested. Using a fiber patch cable, connect the two fibers at the far end of the fiber pair in a loopback configuration. After pressing Start Test on the Fiber Autotest Setup screen, the screen shown below will appear.

  • Page 94: Running A Double Ended Fiber Autotest

    The Fiber Autotest screen shows the current state of the fibers connections. The WireScope 350 constantly monitors these connections waiting for a valid double ended configuration. Once a valid configuration is detected, the cable connection(s) are drawn and the Start Test button is enabled. Press Start Test to begin the Fiber Autotest.

  • Page 95: Dualremote Led Indicators During Double Ended Autotest

    NOTE: at the Fiber SmartProbes to insure accurate results. The WireScope 350 continues to monitor the connections waiting for a successful swap of the fibers. When a valid swapped configuration is detected the cable connections are drawn and the Finish Test button is enabled. Press Finish Test or to finish the Fiber Autotest.

  • Page 96: The Fiber Autotest Result Summary Screen

    The Fiber Autotest Result Summary Screen After the Autotest completes, the Autotest Summary screen appears. Examples of single and double ended tests are displayed below. Measured length of cabling run Single Ended Test Setup Multimode Cable Test Summary margins Double Ended Test Setup Loss Marked as FAIL Failing margins show n in red From the Fiber Autotest Result screen, you can either:...

  • Page 97: Saving Test Results

    Using auto-increment Often, if you are testing cabling runs in a predictable sequence, it can save time to configure the WireScope 350 to auto-increment cable labels. With auto- increment, you dramatically reduce the amount of data entry that you must do.

  • Page 98: Viewing Result Details

    Viewing result details To see a complete listing of all measurements for any completed Fiber Autotest, press the Details button while at the Fiber Autotest Result screen. Data Table Currently selected parameter highlighted in dark blue You may need to scroll the list to see all of the parameters in the Test Data window.
  • Page 99 Chapter 11 Running Fiber Autotest 98...

  • Page 100: Chapter 12

    Whereas cabling performance standards attempt to be application-neutral and consequently take into account the requirements of many applications, the Certify Network test profiles implemented in the WireScope 350 are specific to the requirements of each network application interface. By running a fiber certify network test, you can determine whether the tested cabling run can successfully support the selected network application(s).
  • Page 101 You can review and edit other relevant settings before testing by pressing the Edit Settings button. The Certify Networks settings are a subset of the Autotest settings and can be edited using the same procedures outlined in Chapter 7. To start the Certify Networks test, return to the Certify Networks setup screen and press or press the Start Test button.

  • Page 102: Certify Networks Results

    Certify networks results The Certify Networks summary results screen lists the network groups tested and a summary result. The Save and Start options on this screen behave the same as those found on the Fiber Autotest screen. See Chapter 10. You can view more detail about the tested networks by pressing the Details button.
  • Page 103 Chapter 12 Fiber Certify Networks 102...

  • Page 104: Chapter 13

    Introduction The Fiber Tools menu organizes individual fiber test functions that you can run from the WireScope 350. To access the test functions under the Fiber Tools menu, press the Tools button in the Fiber Main Menu. The Fiber Tools menu contains five tools: ·...

  • Page 105: Loss Meter

    Loss Meter Purpose The Loss Meter is a troubleshooting tool, aimed at helping the installer quickly verify and correct cabling problems. The Loss Meter continuously reports the loss on each fiber optic cable connected. The Loss Meter performs the test in real time and displays results based on the current configuration and the number of fiber optic cables connected to the SmartProbe(s).

  • Page 106: Length And Delay

    The Measure button will only appear when the WireScope 350 detects a valid fiber connection. Press the Measure or button to update the length and delay values for each fiber in the Data Table.

  • Page 107: Power Meter

    From the Fiber Tools menu, press the Power Meter button. If the probe inserted in the WireScope 350 has been calibrated (see Power Meter Calibration below), the screen below on the right will appear. This is the Fiber Power Meter tool.

  • Page 108: Power Meter Calibration

    Power Meter tool. Pressing the Calibrate button on the Power Meter screen will also bring up this screen. The WireScope 350 constantly monitors the Fiber SmartProbe waiting for a valid loopback configuration. Once this valid configuration is detected, the animation of the loopback cable stops and the Calibrate button is enabled.

  • Page 109: Fiber Trace Mode

    Double Ended Mode Length Specification In double ended configuration, the tool expects 2 fibers to be connected from the WireScope 350 to the DualRemote. When entering length in the tool, enter the AVERAGE length of the 2 fiber cables. Chapter 13...

  • Page 110: Operation

    Operation From the Fiber Tools menu, press the Learn Fiber NVP button. Attach a known length of fiber cable to WireScope 350 and specifiy the length as described above. The WireScope 350 constantly monitors the Fiber SmartProbe waiting for a valid test configuration. Once this valid configuration is detected, the aninmation of the fiber connection stops and the Measure button is enabled.
  • Page 111 Chapter 13 Fiber Tools 110...

  • Page 112: Chapter 14

    Chapter 14 Database and Memory Overview When you save test results, the WireScope 350 stores the saved data into either its internal flash memory or optionally, into a removable CompactFlash™ memory card. You can review test results on the WireScope 350 by using the Database tool.

  • Page 113: Viewing Memory Status

    Viewing memory status At the bottom of all test screens, the WireScope 350 provides a quick indication of how much of the available memory is already full. · shows how full the internal Flash memory is · shows how full the CompactFlash™ memory card is To see more detailed information about the status of the current memory location, press System on the main menu.

  • Page 114: Using Compactflash™ Cards

    Using CompactFlash™ cards The WireScope 350 can save test results either in an internal (fixed) flash memory area or in an optional removable CompactFlash™ memory card. If the CompactFlash™ slot is empty, the WireScope 350 by default saves test results to the internal flash memory area.

  • Page 115: Installing Wirescope 350 Software From A Compactflash™ Card

    The WireScope 350 internal flash storage stores data in the same way that PCs store data on hard disks. Saved files are broken into segments and stored in any free portions available. Periodically, the WireScope 350 may need to de- fragment the internal flash storage in order to reclaim unused space.

  • Page 116: Downloading Autotest Profiles From A Compactflash™ Card

    Press the Next button to continue with loading WireScope 350 software from the CompactFlash™ card. After the software upload is complete, the WireScope 350 will merge any test results stored in its internal flash memory onto the CompactFlash™ card in order to prepare for storing subsequent test results on the CompactFlash™...
  • Page 117 The WireScope 350 then copies the profile from the card and asks you if you want to load the profile. To do so, press Yes; to abort, press No. Once the upload is completed, the display tells you that you can remove the CFlash card.

  • Page 118: Using The Database Viewer

    Using the Database viewer You can view any of the data saved in the WireScope 350’s local flash memory or an installed CompactFlash™ card by using the database viewer. To run the database viewer, from the main menu, press Database. The Database menu screen will appear.
  • Page 119 To review the settings that were loaded at the time the selected test result was saved, press the Settings button. The Autotest Settings screen will appear. Cable label Time and date of test Settings loaded at time of test Chapter 15 WireScope 350 System Settings 118...

  • Page 120: Options For Viewing Saved Tests

    When you have a large number of test results saved on your cable tester, it can be difficult to quickly find the information that you need when you are reviewing results. To solve this problem, the WireScope 350 tests database tool offers multiple options for filtering and sorting test records.
  • Page 121 If you select Show as Tree, the resulting list of records shows the cabling plant hierarchy. Chapter 15 WireScope 350 System Settings 120...

  • Page 122: Deleting Saved Tests

    The WireScope cautions you about your intent to delete the test(s). To continue, click Yes. To abort, click No. The next screen displays the database with the deleted file missing from the list. Chapter 15 WireScope 350 System Settings 121...

  • Page 123: Viewing Reports

    Viewing reports On the WireScope 350, you can view reports that summarize key statistics for test records saved in the internal database. From the database menu screen, press the Database Reports button. The first database setup screen will appear. Select the site you wish to generate a report for and press or the Next button.
  • Page 124 After you set the criteria, which defines which test records are included in the report, the WireScope 350 analyzes the saved test results and generates a summary report. Site database used for report. Icon indicates that results are filtered by date in this example.

  • Page 125: The Site Database

    The site database tool allows you to maintain site-related information in the WireScope 350 database. Using this tool, you can add and configure a new site, edit the characteristics of an existing site, or delete sites and all of the records saved for that site.

  • Page 126: The Cable Specifications Database

    WireScope 350 to produce accurate length measurements. To view the specifications for any cable in the WireScope 350 database, from the database menu screen, press the Cable Specs button. Select the cable manufacturer from the list and press or the Next button.

  • Page 127: The Connecting Hardware Database

    This compatibility is especially important when testing Category 6 cabling runs. To view the specifications for any connector in the WireScope 350 database, from the database menu screen, press the Connecting Hardware button. Select the connector manufacturer from the list and press or the Next button.

  • Page 128: Chapter 15

    System information The system information screen shows the serial numbers and hardware and software version information for both the WireScope 350 and for the last calibrated DualRemote 350 unit. To view the system information screen, from the system settings screen, select System Information and press or the View button.

  • Page 129: Save To: Storage Location

    350 battery and the last known charge status of the DualRemote 350. From the System Settings screen, select Power and press or the View button. Estimated remaining run time Pressing the DualRemote tab shows the last known charge status of the DualRemote 350. Chapter 15 WireScope 350 System Settings 128...

  • Page 130: Time And Date

    Time and date The WireScope 350 stores the time and date in each test record. This setting allows you to enter the correct time and date and to specify display format options. From the System Settings screen, select the Time and Date icon and press or the Edit button to change time and date settings.

  • Page 131: Operators

    Enable Sleep Timeout When this setting is enabled, the WireScope 350 will go to sleep if there has been no activity for the specified interval. When the WireScope 350 is asleep, power consumption is greatly reduced, prolonging battery life. A touch anywhere on the screen or pressing any of the keys will wake the WireScope 350 and return to the screen it was in when it went to sleep.

  • Page 132: Calibrate Touchscreen

    Calibrate touchscreen If you notice that the WireScope 350 is misinterpreting your screen touches (i.e. entering the value of the key adjacent to the one you are trying to press), then you may need to calibrate the touchscreen to bring it into alignment with the underlying display.

  • Page 133: Serial Baud Rate

    Serial Baud Rate and press or the Edit button. Restore Default Settings You can quickly restore all of the WireScope 350 settings to the factory default values. To restore the default settings, from the System Settings screen, select Restore Default Settings and press or the Edit button.

  • Page 134: Demo Mode

    The WireScope 350 has a demonstration mode, which allows you to simulate a series of tests without actually making any measurements. The demonstration mode is convenient for training or for taking a quick tour of the WireScope 350 user interface. When demo mode is off, the WireScope 350 functions normally and performs real tests.

  • Page 135: Calibration Information

    WireScope 350 and DualRemote 350. It lists the serial numbers for both units followed by the date they were calibrated. The region at the bottom lists the software revision of the two units, followed by the date the last calibration (copper or fiber) was performed in the field.

  • Page 136: Chapter 16

    This feature permits tests to be performed in an orderly manner and improves testing productivity. Operation Insert the talkset plug into the Headset connector on both the WireScope 350 and the DualRemote 350 (see page 140) to enable simultaneous two-way voice communications. Speaking into the microphone activates the voice communications.
  • Page 137 Chapter 16 Using the Talkset Option 136...

  • Page 138: Chapter 17

    This feature automates the labeling process and eliminates repetitive data entry for the operator, which saves times and minimizes mistakes. WireScope 350 Printer Setup Configuring the WireScope 350 to print to the Brady printer is a simple process. · From the Main Menu select System ·...

  • Page 139: Saving Cable Ids

    Saving Cable IDs Once you have completed the test, save your test result using one of the following methods · Enter the cable ID · Use a hierarchical site ID Select from an imported cable ID list Printing the Cable ID Once you have completed the test and saved the test result, the WireScope will automatically detect the Brady TLS2200 printer and the size of the installed label.

  • Page 140: Specifications

    Power converter: External AC to DC power converter (Part Number N2595A- 110 for 110 VAC models, Part Number N2595A-210 for 220 VAC models) supplies 12 VDC, 1.2 A to the WireScope 350 or DualRemote 350 power connector. Power connector polarity: Positive (+) on the outer sleeve; Negative (-) on the tip.

  • Page 141: Serial Port

    Serial port Allows the WireScope 350 or DualRemote 350 to connect to PCs or printers. Connector is an 8-pin micro-DIN. Pin out: Din 8 pin # Signal DB9 pin # DB25 pin # NOT USED NOT USED USB-A port WireScope 350 only. The USB-A port allows the WireScope 350 to connect to USB peripherals.

  • Page 142: Measurements

    Measurements Wiremap The wiremap measurement checks for proper end to end continuity and pairing. Problems that can be detected are: · Short circuit · Open circuit · Reversed pairs · Transposed pairs Split pairs · · Shield continuity faults Length The length measurement determines the electrical length of the cabling run under test.

  • Page 143: Attenuation

    Attenuation Measures attenuation of all four pairs. Frequency Range 1 – 350 MHz Frequency Step Size 125 kHz, 250 kHz, 500 kHz, 1 MHz , set automatically based on selected standards Resolution 0.1 dB 90 dB Dynamic Range 40% better than TIA Level III requirement Baseline Accuracy Return loss Measures return loss of all four pairs from each end of the cabling run under...

  • Page 144: Power Sum Acr (Psacr)

    Power sum ACR (PSACR) Computed by subtracting the measured attenuation from the computed power sum near end crosstalk (PSNEXT) at each frequency point. Resistance Measures the DC loop resistance for each pair in the tested cabling run. Range 5 – 1,000 W ±...

  • Page 145: Environmental

    Environmental Indoor/outdoor Intended for indoor use. Operating temperature range 0 – 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) Storage temperature -10°C – 55°C (14 °F - 131 °F) Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C (56 °F) Altitude Up to 3,000 meters Mains supply voltage Not to exceed ±...

  • Page 146: Measurement Calibration

    WireScope 350 and its associated DualRemote 350 before any end- to-end measurements are taken. You must perform a remote re-calibration if you use your WireScope 350 with a different DualRemote 350 or if you upgrade the software in either the WireScope 350 or the DualRemote 350.

  • Page 147: Environmental Calibration (Internal)

    A passing self test indicates that the baseline calibration data for the WireScope 350 is still valid. If the self test fails, the WireScope 350 requires a new baseline calibration or repair. Please contact WireScope technical support if the self test fails.

  • Page 148: Legacy Networks

    Appendix C Legacy Networks This is a list of the Legacy networking protocols supported by the WireScope 350 and the DualRemote 350. These networks are listed under the “Other” option, in both the Certify Networks settings screen; and in the Network Limits setting, located in the Autotest Setting screen.
  • Page 149 Appendix C Legacy Networks 148...

  • Page 150: Battery Information

    Set the screen backlight brightness to the lowest setting that provides adequate screen readability in the environment where you will be working. Enable the sleep function so that the WireScope 350 can power down · its screen and save more power when you leave it unattended for a few minutes.

  • Page 151: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the battery To change the battery on either a WireScope 350 or DualRemote 350, first power the unit off. Make sure that the AC/DC power converter is not plugged in to the charger port. Battery Release Tab Flip out the stand at the back of the unit and press the battery release tab to release the top edge of the battery pack.

  • Page 152: Battery Safety

    Battery safety Battery Contacts To avoid the risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts. The battery pack is suitable for use only with compatible WireScope · family devices.
  • Page 153 Appendix D Battery information 152...

  • Page 154: Index

    Calibrate touchscreen, 131 Quick Check, 64 calibration, 145 Recommended service interval Certify Networks, 28 DualRemote 350, 145 Copper, 28 WireScope 350, 145 Fiber, 99 Remote Calibration, 23, 76, 145 CFlash. See CompactFlash reports, 122 Channel configuration, 14 Save to Charger port, 18 CompactFlash™...
  • Page 155 21 Viewing memory status, 112 Test probes. See SmartProbe Warranty Time and date, 129 Extended, 10 Twinax Testing, 71 Standard, 10 typewriter-style keyboard, 21 WireScope, 10 USB ports, 18 WireScope 350 Printer Setup, 137 Using CompactFlash™ cards, 113 Index 154...

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