Platinum Tools Net Prowler TNP800 User Manual

Platinum Tools Net Prowler TNP800 User Manual

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Net Prowler
Identify, Monitor & Test LAN Issues
y Displays a map of IPV4/IPV6 devices on a sub-network
and protocols detected
y Pings IP addresses or URL's
y Tests TCP/UDP
y Displays length measurement for each pair in
feet or meters using TDR technology
y Detects presence of PoE and class of PoE per
IEEE 802.3af/at with load test for voltage drop
y Detects and reports current link speed and
link capabilities for active Ethernet drops, up
to 1 Gbps
y Link light to identify location on a hub/switch/
router port
y Tests Ethernet cable configuration and verifies
connectivity while conducting tests for opens,
shorts, miswires, split pairs, and reverses
y Generates selectable tones on selected pins for
use with tone tracers
y Supports up to 8 testing & ID remotes for
network & telephone cables
y Supports up to 20 network & coax ID-only
mapping remotes
y View saved cable tests
y Full color graphical wire-mapping
y Ability to define cable name, save cable tests,
and print all results (cable testing & network testing)
y Multilingual (English, French, Spanish, Italian, and
German)
User Manual
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TNP700

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  • Page 1 Net Prowler Identify, Monitor & Test LAN Issues User Manual y Displays a map of IPV4/IPV6 devices on a sub-network and protocols detected y Pings IP addresses or URL’s y Tests TCP/UDP y Displays length measurement for each pair in feet or meters using TDR technology y Detects presence of PoE and class of PoE per IEEE 802.3af/at with load test for voltage drop...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this Manual ..................4 Safety Information ...................5 Net Prowler Kits ..................6 Net Prowler Accessories ................7 Net Prowler Description ................8 Remotes ....................8 LCD Screen .....................9 Types of Faults ..................9 Operations .....................10 On/Off ....................10 Automatic Power Down ..............10 Net Prowler Setup .....................10 Changing a Setting ................11 Port Testing....................13...
  • Page 3: About This Manual

    ABOUT THIS MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION The Net Prowler has the capability to identify, monitor and troubleshoot LAN To ensure safe operations of the Net Prowler, follow instructions carefully issues associated with physical layer and link conditions in the network. and observe warning and caution messages in this manual. Failure to It also has the functions of a high-end cable tester;...
  • Page 4: Net Prowler Kits

    NET PROWLER KITS NET PROWLER ACCESSORIES Your Net Prowler is part of a kit. Two kits to meet your cable testing needs: F Connector Coupler F81 P/N 18301C TNP700 P/N T103C BNC Adapter Kit y Net Prowler Main Unit P/N TCA007 Micro USB Cable y Cable Tester Smart Remote, #1 y ID Only Coax Remotes, #1-5...
  • Page 5: Net Prowler Description

    NET PROWLER DESCRIPTION LCD SCREEN The Net Prowler features a full-color graphic LCD screen. Press any of the four soft keys (blue) below the on-screen icon to select that function. Full-color Alternately, you can use the side or up/down arrows to scroll to your LCD display selected on screen function and press enter (the center arrow).
  • Page 6: Operations

    OPERATIONS y Press the enter button to accept your changes. y Press the left arrow to unselect a setting. Follow instructions carefully and pay attention to warning and Changing a Setting caution symbols. Failure to observe warnings can result in severe injury, death, and damage to the Net Prowler tester.
  • Page 7: Port Testing

    y IP Configuration: Use the down arrow button to change the PORT TESTING network IP. The network IP settings are used when DHCP is disabled. If the DNS address is set to an IPV6, it will be used as In Port Discovery mode, the Net Prowler will perform a Port Test, display the DNS address.
  • Page 8: Ping Ipv4/Ipv6

    Ping IPV4/IPV6 List The default Ping is set to IPV4. To change to IPV6, press the IPV6 soft key. The Net Prowler will automatically add an IP address to the List after it has been pinged. If a Network Mapping test has been performed, the discovered y Connect the Net Prowler to a switch, router, or active network jack.
  • Page 9: Tcp/Udp Test

    TCP/UDP Test CABLE TESTING • Open the Net Prowler application. Cable Testing Guidelines • Click on the Control tab. • Power on your Net Prowler and connect it in to an active port/cable. The Net Prowler tests coax, network, and phone cables to detect possible •...
  • Page 10: How To Perform A Cable Test

    How to Perform a Cable Test Network / Power over Ethernet (PoE) Testing Power on the Net Prowler. Power over Ethernet or PoE describes a specification which allows passing of electrical power along with data on Ethernet cabling. • Connect a network, coax, or telephone cable to the appropriate There are two standardized specifications the IEEE 802.3af, and IEEE connector on the top of the Net Prowler.
  • Page 11: Link Light

    Link Light Tone Generator The Link Light test is used to help identify a hub or switch port. Tone generation is used to trace cable runs and locate faults by sound. Selection of this mode emits a cadence from the Net Prowler through the connected cable.
  • Page 12: Net Prowler Application

    Net Prowler Application To export cable tests to the Net Prowler • Connect the Net Prowler to your computer using the included USB The Net Prowler Application gives you the ability to view, save and print cable and network test results on your computer. This application can also cable.
  • Page 13: Glossary

    Updating Firmware GLOSSARY To Download the New Net Prowler Firmware Open y Go to the Net Prowler page at www.platinumtools.com. Under the Support dropdown menu, click on Software Updates and Downloads. Wires/Cable Pairs do not have continuity throughout the cable or the Net Prowler remote is not detected.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    DNS Local MAINTENANCE Local DNS server translates URL’s and website names to their IP address. DNS Address Batteries Name or IP address of the DNS server that you want to connect to. Example: y The Net Prowler is powered by six AA alkaline batteries. dns4.local or 10.1.1.50 y To replace batteries, open the back cover by unscrewing the single DHCP...
  • Page 15: Customer Service

    SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER SERVICE Measurement Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) Contacting Platinum Tools Technology For technical information and customer support, please visit Cable Testing and ID: up to 1000 ft (305 m) Split Pair Detection: 3 ft (1 m) to 1,000 ft (305 m) www.platinumtools.com or send an email to info@platinumtools.com.
  • Page 16: Warranty Information

    WEEE Compliant: Prior to disposal of this product, please contact Platinum Tools for proper disposal options. Returns Prior to returning any product to Platinum Tools, you must first request a Return Merchandise Authorization Number by contacting the Customer Service Department at 805.384.2777 / 800.749.5783.

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