Using The Link Interface Adapters - Fluke CableAnalyzer DSP-4000 Series User Manual

Using the Link Interface Adapters

The link interface adapters provide the correct jacks and interface circuitry for
testing different types of LAN cable. The adapters also allow for upgrades when
new types of cable are developed. The test tool comes with four link interface
adapters.
Never use a basic link interface adapter's cable as a
handle. Doing so will damage the cable.
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Two DSP-LIA011 Basic Link Adapters for Cat 5 and Cat 5E
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Feature shielded Cat 5 cable and RJ45 connectors.
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Test shielded or unshielded Cat 5 and Cat 5E (Enhanced Cat 5) basic link
installations. (See Chapter 7 for a description of a basic link.)
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For use on the main and remote units.
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Two DSP-LIA012 Channel Adapters for Cat 5 and 5E
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Feature shielded Cat 5 RJ45 connectors.
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Tests shielded or unshielded Cat 5 and 5E channel installations. (See
Chapter 7 for a description of a channel.)
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RJ45 jack accepts the RJ45 to BNC adapter provided for testing coaxial
cable.
Optional link interface adapters that provide additional functions are available
from your Fluke Networks dealer.
Figure 2-1 shows how to attach a link interface adapter. Self-calibration is not
required when you change adapters. The test tool displays a message if you try to
run a test that is not supported by the attached link interface adapter.
The LIA Status selection on the SPECIAL FUNCTIONS menu reports the type of
link interface adapter attached to the main and remote units. The status display
also shows how many Autotests have been run with each adapter.
Using the Link Interface Adapters
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Getting Started
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