1. Introduction This practical compact network cable tester is designed to test a range of RJ45/RJ11 modular cables and patch leads as well as cables used in 10Base-T/100Base-T networks and telephone systems. The BNC adaptors supplied also make it suitable for testing BNC and CCTV cables. As well as testing individual cables the Remote Terminator Unit can be used to test long runs of cable from patch panel to wall plate.
4. Display, Controls and Connections 1. RJ45 socket (source) 2. RJ45 socket (receiving) 3. LED display for source cable end (socket 1) 4. LED display for receiving cable end (socket 2) 5. Power switch 6. LED scanning mode switch 7. Test switch for manual scan 8.
5. Before You Start You will need a 9V PP3 battery to power the master unit. Remove the cover from the battery compartment (11) on the back of the unit. Clip the contact pad onto the battery terminals insert the battery and replace the cover making sure no wires are trapped.
8. Remote Testing This function is ideal for testing network cable runs. It is also useful for identifying which wall outlets are connected to each input on a patch panel. 8.1. Connect one end of the cable to be tested into the source RJ45 socket 1 (marked with ) on the master unit and the other end into the RJ45 socket of remote unit (8).
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9. Test Results 9.3. Short Circuit Pin 2 and Pin 3 are shorted. 9.1. Continuity Pin 2 is connected both ends. 9.4. Miswire Pin 3 and Pin 6 are miswired. 9.2. Open Circuit Pin 2 is open.