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Introduction ...........................................................................................................................1
Unpacking ..............................................................................................................................1
DTX-PC5ES ...................................................................................................................1
DTX-PC6S .....................................................................................................................1
DTX-PC6AS ..................................................................................................................1
Contacting Fluke Networks ...................................................................................................2
Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information ..........................................................2
Safety Information ................................................................................................................3
DTX Software Requirements .................................................................................................3
Characterizing the Performance of the Adapters ...............................................................3
How to Test Patch Cords .......................................................................................................4
How to Set Up the Tester ................................................................................................ 4
How to Run the Patch Cord Test ..................................................................................... 4
Patch Cord Test Results .........................................................................................................5
Why Patch Cords Fail ........................................................................................................ 6
Wire Map Failures .......................................................................................................6
Return Loss Failures ....................................................................................................6
NEXT Failures ..............................................................................................................7
Fault Information for Long Patch Cords ......................................................................... 8
Mechanical Stress Tests for Patch Cords ...............................................................................8
Replacing the Jacks in the Adapters .....................................................................................8
When to Replace the Jacks .............................................................................................. 8
How to Order Replacement Jacks ................................................................................... 9
How to Replace the Jacks ................................................................................................ 9
Specifications .........................................................................................................................10
Appendix A : How to Characterize and Test the Performance of the Adapters ................11
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