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Version: WireXpert4500_Copper_IT_EN_201811
© Copyright 2018 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd

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  • Page 1 User Manual Version: WireXpert4500_Copper_IT_EN_201811 © Copyright 2018 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd...
  • Page 2 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd 73 Science Park Drive #02-12/13 Cintech I Singapore Science Park 1 Singapore 118254 http://itnetworks.softing.com + 65 6569 6019 + 65 6899 1016 asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com The latest version of this manual is available in the Softing download area at: http://itnetworks.softing.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Performing an AUTOTEST ................46 Understanding AUTOTEST ......................46 NEXT and RL Fault Locating....................... 48 Managing test result(s) ......................49 Exporting test results into eXport PC Software ................ 51 Declarations ....................54 Appendix ...................... 57 Glossary......................59 © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Related documents ..................62 Technical Support ..................63 © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents This page is left intentionally blank © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction 1.1 About product Softing's WireXpert, with its unparalleled 2,500 MHz measurement range, is the first cable certifier with capability to certify the highest performance cabling systems in enterprise networks and data centers. Cable installers make significant gain in productivity with WireXpert‘s industry leading test speed and ease of use.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    1.4 About this document Read this manual before starting For damages due to improper connection, implementation or operation Softing refuses any liability according to our existing warranty obligations. 1.4.1 Document history...

  • Page 8: Before You Start

    Class FA/CAT 8 options Patch Cord Test adapters Softing recommends WireXpert to be calibrated annually. Starting from v7.4, WireXpert will remind the user to calibrate the units if the last calibration was more than one year ago. This notification can be closed by clicking the [OK] button, but will be displayed on every boot up until the units are calibrated.

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    & cords (WX_AD_6ACH2) (WX_AD_6ALKIT2) 1.7 System requirements Hardware  PC Operating system  Windows 7, 8.x or 10 (32 bit or 64 bit)  Intel Core 2 Duo, 2GHz  1 GB of RAM © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 10 Introduction  200 MB of free space of installation  Microsoft .NET framework © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 11: Wirexpert Pc Software And Firmware

    For more information on installation and using eXport PC software, please refer to “Installation Guide for eXport PC software” and “User Manual for eXport PC software”. Note Softing IT Networks has ceased support for ReportXpert v5.x and earlier. Please contact asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com for more information. 2.2 Upgrade firmware Download and install the latest eXport PC software.
  • Page 12 11 Please wait while upgrading takes place. This process may take a while. 12 Upgrade process is complete. CAUTION Saved test results and settings may be erased during upgrading. You are recommended to save all test results before upgrading the firmware. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 13: Understanding Wirexpert

    Adjusts the brightness level of the LCD display. Navigation scroll buttons Performs navigation in long lists. Context sensitive help Provides simple explanation relevant to the functionality on the current screen (available in future version). © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 14: Dual Control System (Dcs)

    3.3.2 Adapter Configuration Warnings WireXpert will display a warning a potential conflict is detected between the adapter and the test settings. It is important to use the appropriate adapters as accuracy of measurements will be affected. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 15: Cabling Certification And Testing

    Special channel adapters are used on both LOCAL and REMOTE units for channels that are under test. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 16 The Industrial Ethernet E2E test kit is not part of the standard WireXpert kit. Please contact your local vendor for more information. User Guide Refer “Application Notes - E2E Link Test” for more information. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 17: Memory

    If plots are saved with each test, file size of test results will be generally larger than one that has plots option omitted. WireXpert allocates approximately 1 GB of internal flash memory for test result storage. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 18: Battery Information

    The batteries are located and secured at the bottom of the WireXpert units for safety reasons. To replace the batteries; 1. Switch off WireXpert and disconnect external power supplies. 2. Unscrew the battery compartment and remove the cover. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 19: Power Supply

    Size: 223mmH x 124mmW x 74mmD • Weight: approx. 1.0 kg (approx. 2.2 lbs.) 3.9 Environmental Conditions • Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C Storage Temperature: 20°C to 60°C • • Relative humidity: 10% to 80% © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 20: Wirexpert User Interface

    3. The Test Settings group provides results-oriented configurations necessary to perform an AUTOTEST. 4. The Project Settings group provides non-results-oriented configurations before performing an AUTOTEST. 5. The System Settings group settings provides device, time, localization and device related configurations. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 21: The One Touch Access Button

    Test Options  Lab  Marginal Pass/Fail to change the presentation of the test result to clear “PASS” or “FAIL” results. Uncertainty of the tester is then not taken into consideration. Contact Softing for more information. You will be given the following option after performing an AUTOTEST: •...
  • Page 22 Starting from v8.0, unless when performing a Single-Ended cable test, WireXpert will automatically switch to Tone Generator mode when only one end is connected and the [AUTOTEST] button is pressed. WireXpert will be able to perform audible cable detection when paired with a Softing CT15 Tone Generator.
  • Page 23 ISO - Three Connections Class D E2E Link o ISO – Three Connections Class E E2E Link o ISO – Two Connections Class D E2E Link o ISO – Two Connections Class E E2E Link © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 24 Press the [SETUP] button  Test Settings  Cable Manufacturer to choose from a list of cable manufacturers. If unsure of manufacturer, choose [Generic UTP] or [Generic Shielded], or [Customized Cable] to create custom cable. Generic UTP cable list Generic Shielded cable list © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 25 If unsure of manufacturer, choose [Generic Unshielded] or [Generic Shielded], or [Customized Connector] to create custom connector. Click [Add] to add or Manage  [Delete] to remove customized connector(s) from the customized connector list. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 26 Attach a Permanent Link adapter to the LOCAL and a Patch Cord adapter to the REMOTE unit to perform this test. Connect the LOCAL unit to patch panel and REMOTE to field terminated end. Disabled by default. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 27 Test Settings  Test Limit  Application Standards. Disabled by default. Straight Cabling Cross Cabling Laboratory use only. Password is required to access this section. Please contact your local WireXpert Vendor for more information. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 28 4. Site Address and Site Notes are optional fields, but they provide additional information of the site. 5. Press [OK] to save site and proceed. By default, WireXpert creates an “UNSPECIFIED” site for default saving if new sites are not created. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 29 2. Click the [Add] button to add a new operator. 3. Enter Operator Name. 4. Press [OK] to save site and proceed. By default, WireXpert creates an “UNSPECIFIED” operator for default saving if new operators are not created. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 30 Provides simple numeric increments to a prefix. To configure the simple label scheme: Label Name - Enter desired Prefix (e.g. Office, Company X) for every label. Start Value - Set a numeric start value (e.g. 1, 33, 245) for incremental counts. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 31 The default “1A/1B-” for Backbone Cable generally refers to “(1) Tel Room 1 Floor + (A) Tel Room 1 Name / (1) Tel Room 1 Floor + (B)Tel Room 2 Name” followed by - “Backbone Cable . Cable” © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 32 This testing method is carefully optimized for typical test work-flow, and it significantly improves productivity. 1. Insert USB flash drive to USB port on WireXpert. 2. Device will automatically detect USB flash drive. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 33 13. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to return to the list. Free Form Free Form provides simple numeric increments to 2 or more prefix. The default start “A-1” and end “B-5” labels will generate labels “A1 to A5 and B1 to B5”. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 34 WireXpert enters the sleep (power saving) mode. For Auto Power-off Interval, Press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings 1  Auto Power-Off Interval to select the idle duration before WireXpert performs an automatic shutdown. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 35 Voice Prompt – Enable option to trigger system vocal notifications on action. • • Volume Control – Adjust for audio loudness. 4.2.2.5.6 Date and Time Press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings 2 Date & Time to configure date, time and display format. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 36 Select Test Results to export Sites to an USB drive. This may take a while depending on the number of test results that are currently saved in the Site(s). © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 37 WireXpert through licensing. 4.2.2.5.9 Battery Press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings 2  Battery to view battery level. Battery levels of LOCAL and REMOTE will be displayed if units are connected. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 38 Press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings 2  Device Information to check the device and probe serial numbers, software and hardware version numbers, device last calibrated date and probe test count. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 39 Saved test results can be renamed or deleted in this option. Select Copper  [View] to view saved copper test results. Saved copper test results can only be viewed in copper test mode. View Results Manage Results © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 40 Cloud – Enables connect to the Wi-Fi to WireXpert to download List perform eXport Cloud Based Testing (*.LBT) and features. upload project site (*.WSD) files to the eXport Cloud platform. Active network connection is required. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 41 Refer “User Manual – eXport Cloud” for more information on installing and using eXport Cloud. User Manuals Refer “User Guide – License Upgrade” for more information on upgrading WireXpert 500 to WireXpert 500+ or/to WireXpert 4500. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 42: Setting Reference

    5. Set Reference will fail in the event of- • Adapter probe mismatch, i.e., two channel or permanent link adapters • Firmware version mismatch between LOCAL and REMOTE units • No connection between LOCAL and REMOTE units © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 43: Configuring An Autotest

    AC Wire map – Enable option to bypass testing DC parameters. Default option has been set to OFF. Crossover – Enable option if cable under test is a crossover cable. Option is only available when Application Standards is selected as the Limit Standard. Default option © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 44: Testing Guide For Permanent Link Testing

    5. Connect the LOCAL unit to the patch panel and REMOTE unit to the outlet using the patch cord provided. 6. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to begin AUTOTEST. PL adapter Link under test PL adapter Patch Panel Horizontal Cabling Outlet LOCAL REMOTE © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 45: Testing Guide For Channel Testing

    5. Connect the LOCAL unit to the patch panel and REMOTE unit to the outlet using the patch cord connected to be used. 6. Press the AUTOTEST button to begin AUTOTEST. Ch adapter Link under test Ch adapter Patch Panel Horizontal Cabling Outlet LOCAL REMOTE © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 46: Performing An Autotest

    In plot view, press the [Worst Margin] button to view the worst margin. Press again to view the [Worst Value] or press the [Manage] button for more options. Wire map Length and Delay Resistance © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 47 Performing an AUTOTEST Insertion Loss Return Loss Near-end Crosstalk Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio, Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio, Power-sum NEXT Near-end (ISO only) Far-end © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 48: Next And Rl Fault Locating

    Each pair of cables that has been tested is represented by different color in the plot. Each peak result in NEXT and RL Locator could represent a new joint connection, rarely a coupler and not necessary a bad cable that requires replacement. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 49: Managing Test Result(S)

    Test results will be named in alpha-numeric sequence with reference to the selected Label Source ([SETUP] Project Settings  Label Source) when AUTOTEST is completed. PASS results will automatically be saved if the “Auto Save” option is enabled. FAILED results will be saved manually. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 50 4. Select result(s) and press the [Delete] to delete result(s). To rename a saved result, 1. Press the [DATA] button. 2. Select [Copper] and press the [View] button. 3. Press the [Manage] button. 4. Select result and press the [Rename] to rename result. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 51: Exporting Test Results Into Export Pc Software

    2. Device will automatically detect flash drive. 3. Otherwise, press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings 2  Storage  USB 4. Select [Test Results]. 5. Click [OK] to proceed. 6. Launch eXport software. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 52 7. Go to File  Create New Project to create new project space. Go to Import  USB Flash Drive and select the flash drive. Click [Import]. 9. Select database and click [Import Selected] to import or click [Import All] for all databases. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 53 4. Go to Import  Device. 5. Select database and click [Import Selected] to import or click [Import All] for all databases. User Manuals Refer “User Manual – eXport” for more information on how to use the software. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 54: Declarations

    Declarations Declarations © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 55 Compatibility" (EMC directive). It meets the following requirements: Note A Declaration of Conformity in compliance with the above standards has been made and can be requested from Softing Singapore Pte Ltd. China ROHS The WireXpert device and its test components are China ROHS compliant.
  • Page 56 The light source transmitted from the following fiber test modules – MPO REMOTE are classified as Class 1m lasers and have wavelengths between 302.5 nm and 4000 nm and are safe except when used with optical aids. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    [Save] – Saves current test [USB] – Reads USB flash procedure. result. Icon will disappear drive to perform upgrade after a successful save. firmware, test result export or custom limit and label list import © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 58 SM/MM fiber with the inspection scope. [Transmit ON/OFF] – Toggles between enabling and disabling of light source on the REMOTE unit. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 59: Glossary

    It can occur when removing too Margin: Refers to the difference actions “file export”. much of the pair shield or untwisting between the selected test limit value pairs too much during termination, and the measured value. This is © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 60 Channel provide noise screening. adapter and Video Inspection Scope are TIA: Acronym for Telecommunications Single Ended Test: Feature in probes to the WireXpert. Industry Association. Generally WireXpert, referring to the ability to © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 61 U/FTP: Cable without overall shielding or braid (U) with FTP. Commonly used in 10GBaseT applications. UTP: Acronym for Unscreened Twisted Pairs. See U/UTP. © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 62 User Manual – MPO Certification User Manual – eXport User Guide – List Based Testing User Guide – Installing eXport PC Software User Guide – License Upgrade User Guide – eXport Cloud User Guide – Custom Limits © Copyright 2018 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 63 Technical Support Technical Support Softing’s global presence ensures our customers receives sales and technical support anywhere around the information: https://itnetworks.softing.com world. For more The Americas Softing Inc. 7209 Chapman Highway Knoxville, TN 37920 Phone: +1 865 251 5252 E-mail: sales@softing.us Asia / Pacific Softing Singapore Pte.

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