1. INTRODUCTION The MTC25 Data Cable Tester maps out connections, verifies wiring, and displays faults on RJ45 terminated cables. A built-in tone generator can be used for tracing and locating cables in wiring closets and patch panels. With proper use, this tester will provide many years of reliable service.
5. SYMBOLS USED ON LCD DISPLAY 1. Data: Is displayed when testing or toning a network cable. Pass: Indicates proper wiring on cable being tested. Fail: Indicates wiring error on cable being tested. Tone: Is displayed when the tone generator is activated. 2.
6. OPERATION 6.1. Testing a Data Cable Terminated with RJ45 Connectors WARNING: Exposure to voltage can damage the tester. Immediately disconnect the cable under test if the Voltage warning (Volt!) appears on the display. Make sure the cable is not connected to any device that can supply voltage before testing.
6.2. Testing an Installed Data Cable Detachable Remote Terminator 1. Connect a known good patch cable to the wall port or patch panel of the cable being tested. 2. Connect the other end of the patch cable to the RJ45 port on the tester. 3.
6.3. Wiring and Display Examples for Data Cable 6.3.1. T568B Data Cable Properly Wired Pass appears on the display indicating a properly wired cable. The pin numbers on the top and bottom rows are the same indicating proper continuity. Note: The T568A wiring standard is the same as T568B, except that T568A swaps the green and orange pairs.
6.3.4. T568B Data Cable With Reversed Pair and Crossed Connection The pair on pins 1 and 2 is reversed and the wires on pins 5 and 6 are crossed at one end of the cable. Fail and Rev will appear on the display and the pins with wiring errors will flash.
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1. Connect the cable under test to the RJ45 port on the tester. 2. Press and hold the MODE button. Release the MODE button as soon as Tone appears on the LCD display. 3. To change tones, press the MODE button for approximately one second.
7. BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1. Loosen and remove the one Phillips screw. 2. Open the battery compartment. 3. Replace the 2 x AAA batteries. Battery 4. Replace the battery compartment lid. Compartment Lid 5. Insert and tighten the Phillips screw Phillips Screw NOTE: Do not operate the tester with the battery compartment lid removed.
9. WARRANTY Warranty Coverage Major Tech warrants its test instruments to be free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two (2) years from the date of shipment. This warranty is extended exclusively to the...
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