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FLUKE DSP-400 User Guide

DSP-4000 Series
CableAnalyzer
Users Manual
July 2001
© 2000, 2001 Fluke Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. All product names are trademarks of their r espective comp ani es.

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Table of Contents

Chapter Page
1 Introduction...................................................................................... 1-1
Contacting Fluke Networks............................................................................. 1-1
Registration ..................................................................................................... 1-2
Overview of Features ...................................................................................... 1-2
Standard Accessories....................................................................................... 1-4
Using This Manual.......................................................................................... 1-6
2 Getting Started................................................................................. 2-1
Read First: Safety and Operational Information.............................................. 2-1
Quick Start....................................................................................................... 2-4
Powering the Test Tool............................................................................. 2- 4
Using the Menus....................................................................................... 2-4
Using the Link Interface Adapters............................................................ 2-5
Formatting the Memory Card (DSP-4100/4300)...................................... 2-6
Quick Configuration................................................................................. 2-8
Results within Accuracy Range................................................................ 2-9
Autotest on Twisted Pair Cabling............................................................. 2-10
Saving Test Reports.................................................................................. 2-11
Using the Talk Mode ................................................................................ 2-15
Autotest on Coaxial Cabling..................................................................... 2-16
Main Unit Features.......................................................................................... 2-18
Remote Features.............................................................................................. 2-21
Link Interface Adapter Features...................................................................... 2-23
Permanent Link Interface Adapters (DSP-4000PL/4300)........................ 2-24
Changing the Personality Module (DSP-4000PL/4300)........................... 2-25
Strap and Bail.................................................................................................. 2-26
Rotary Switch.................................................................................................. 2-26
Off............................................................................................................. 2-26
Autotest..................................................................................................... 2-27
Single Test ................................................................................................ 2-28
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Turning On the Test Tool ............................................................................... 2-31
Configuring the Test Tool............................................................................... 2-33
Remote Lights, Messages, and Audible Tones............................................... 2-43
Remote Communication Error........................................................................ 2-43
Battery Status.................................................................................................. 2-44
Battery Status Display..................................................................................... 2-44
Monitor..................................................................................................... 2-29
Setup......................................................................................................... 2-29
Print.......................................................................................................... 2-30
Special Functions ..................................................................................... 2-30
Selecting a Language for Displays and Reports....................................... 2-31
Performing a Self-Test............................................................................. 2-32
Overvoltage Test...................................................................................... 2-32
Noise Test................................................................................................. 2-33
Controlling the Backlight......................................................................... 2-33
Adjusting the Display Contrast ................................................................ 2-34
Selecting a Power Line Filter Frequency ................................................. 2-34
Selecting a Test Standard and Cable Type............................................... 2-35
Editing the Report Identification.............................................................. 2-36
Setting Up Cable IDs................................................................................ 2-37
Viewing the Cable ID Configuration and Memory Status ....................... 2-40
Storing Plot Data with Saved Autotest Results (DSP-4100/4300)........... 2-40
Selecting a Length Unit............................................................................ 2-40
Selecting a Numeric Format..................................................................... 2-41
Setting the Date and Time........................................................................ 2-41
Setting the Power-Down Timer................................................................ 2-42
Enabling or Disabling the Audible Tones ................................................ 2-42
3 Autotest............................................................................................ 3-1
Autotest Softkeys............................................................................................ 3-1
Autotest on Twisted Pair Cabling................................................................... 3-2
Link Performance Grade Result (Headroom)................................................. 3-6
Worst Margin and Worst Value Results......................................................... 3-6
Automatic Diagnostics.................................................................................... 3-7
Autotest Results for Twisted Pair Cabling...................................................... 3-8
Wire Map Test.......................................................................................... 3-8
Resistance................................................................................................. 3-10
Length....................................................................................................... 3-10
Propagation Delay and Delay Skew......................................................... 3-11
Characteristic Impedance......................................................................... 3-11
Attenuation (Insertion Loss)..................................................................... 3-12
NEXT Test ............................................................................................... 3-14
NEXT@REMOTE................................................................................... 3-16
ELFEXT Test ........................................................................................... 3-16
ACR.......................................................................................................... 3-19
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ACR@REMOTE...................................................................................... 3-21
Return Loss (RL)...................................................................................... 3-21
RL@REMOTE......................................................................................... 3-23
PSNEXT (Power Sum NEXT) and PSNEXT@REMOTE....................... 3-23
PSELFEXT (Power Sum ELFEXT)......................................................... 3-23
PSACR (Power Sum ACR) and PSACR@REMOTE.............................. 3-23
Autotest on Coaxial Cabling........................................................................... 3-23
Autotest Results for Coaxial Cabling.............................................................. 3-25
Characteristic Impedance.......................................................................... 3-25
Resistance ................................................................................................. 3-26
Length....................................................................................................... 3-26
Anomaly.................................................................................................... 3-26
Saving Autotest Results................................................................................... 3-27
Saving Results with Auto Sequence Disabled.......................................... 3-27
Saving Results with Auto Sequence Enabled........................................... 3-29
Saving Results with Downloaded Cable IDs (DSP-4300)........................ 3-30
Changing the Cable ID for a Saved Autotest Report................................ 3-30
If Memory is Full...................................................................................... 3-31
Saving Results to Internal Memory (DSP-4300)...................................... 3-31
The Autotest Report ........................................................................................ 3-32
4 Running Individual Tests................................................................. 4-1
Single Tests for Twisted Pair Cabling............................................................. 4-1
Scanning Function........................................................................................... 4-2
When to Use a Remote Unit............................................................................ 4-2
Running a Single Test on Twisted Pair Cabling.............................................. 4-4
The HDTDX Analyzer.................................................................................... 4-6
Running the HDTDX Analyzer................................................................ 4-6
HDTDX Analyzer Results........................................................................ 4-7
HDTDX Analyzer Plot ............................................................................. 4-8
The HDTDR Test............................................................................................ 4-9
How to Terminate the Cable..................................................................... 4-9
Running the HDTDR Test on Twisted Pair Cabling ................................ 4-11
Running the HDTDR Test on Coaxial Cabling........................................ 4-11
HDTDR Results Screen............................................................................ 4-12
HDTDR Plot Screen ................................................................................. 4-12
Single Test Results for Twisted Pair Cabling.................................................. 4-14
Wire Map.................................................................................................. 4-14
Length....................................................................................................... 4-14
NEXT and NEXT@REMOTE ................................................................. 4-14
ELFEXT.................................................................................................... 4-14
Impedance................................................................................................. 4-15
Attenuation (Insertion Loss)..................................................................... 4-15
Resistance ................................................................................................. 4-15
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Return Loss (RL) and RL@REMOTE..................................................... 4-15
Power Sum NEXT and Power Sum NEXT@REMOTE.......................... 4-15
Power Sum ELFEXT................................................................................ 4-15
Single Tests for Coaxial Cabling.................................................................... 4-16
Running a Single Test on Coaxial Cabling .............................................. 4-16
Single Test Results for Coaxial Cabling................................................... 4-18
Monitoring Network Activity......................................................................... 4-19
Identifying Hub Port Connections .................................................................. 4-22
Monitoring Impulse Noise.............................................................................. 4-22
Changing the Impulse Noise Threshold ................................................... 4-23
Running the Impulse Noise Test.............................................................. 4-23
Noise Test Results.................................................................................... 4-25
Determining Hub Port Capabilities................................................................. 4-26
Using the Tone Generator............................................................................... 4-26
5 Viewing and Printing Saved Reports.............................................. 5-1
Viewing, Renaming, and Deleting Test Reports............................................. 5-1
Printing Test Reports ...................................................................................... 5-2
Configuring the Serial Port....................................................................... 5-3
Printer Interface Cable.............................................................................. 5-3
Printing..................................................................................................... 5-4
If the Printer Does Not Respond.............................................................. 5-6
6 Calibrations and Custom Test Standards...................................... 6-1
Calibrating the Test Tool................................................................................ 6-1
Calibrating the Permanent Link Adapters....................................................... 6-3
NVP Calibration.............................................................................................. 6-3
Configuring a Custom Test............................................................................. 6-4
7 Basic Cabling Testing...................................................................... 7-1
LAN Cable Construction ................................................................................ 7-1
Twisted Pair Cable ................................................................................... 7-2
Coaxial Cable........................................................................................... 7-4
Basic Link Connections.................................................................................. 7-5
Channel Connections...................................................................................... 7-6
Permanent Link Connections.......................................................................... 7-7
Attenuation (Insertion Loss)........................................................................... 7-8
Noise............................................................................................................... 7-9
Characteristic Impedance................................................................................ 7-10
Minimizing Impedance Discontinuities.......................................................... 7-11
Crosstalk ......................................................................................................... 7-11
NEXT.............................................................................................................. 7-12
FEXT and ELFEXT........................................................................................ 7-12
Locating NEXT and ELFEXT Problems........................................................ 7-14
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Split Pairs and NEXT................................................................................ 7-16
Minimizing Crosstalk................................................................................ 7-17
Power Sum Values .......................................................................................... 7-17
Propagation Delay and Delay Skew................................................................ 7-18
Nominal Velocity of Propagation (NVP)........................................................ 7-19
NVP and Length Measurements............................................................... 7-20
NVP Calibration ....................................................................................... 7-20
High-Definition Time Domain Reflectometry (HDTDR)............................... 7-20
Reflections from Opens............................................................................ 7-21
Reflections from Shorts............................................................................ 7-22
Reflections from Other Anomalies........................................................... 7-22
Cable Termination .................................................................................... 7-23
Interpreting the HDTDR Plot.................................................................... 7-23
ACR................................................................................................................. 7-24
RL.................................................................................................................... 7-26
Troubleshooting Basics................................................................................... 7-27
8 Maintenance and Specifications..................................................... 8-1
Getting Software Upgrades............................................................................. 8-1
Maintenance.................................................................................................... 8-1
Cleaning and Storage................................................................................ 8-2
Replacing the NiMH Battery Pack............................................................ 8-2
Internal Lithium Backup Battery.............................................................. 8-3
If the Test Tool Fails....................................................................................... 8-3
Service Center Repair............................................................................... 8-3
Replacement Parts..................................................................................... 8-5
Options and Accessories........................................................................... 8-6
Specifications.................................................................................................. 8-8
Calculated Measurement Accuracy.......................................................... 8-8
Traceable Calibration Period.................................................................... 8-8
Self-Calibration Period............................................................................. 8-8
Compatibility with Remotes and Link Interface Adapters ....................... 8-9
Standard Link Interface Adapters............................................................. 8-9
Cable Types Tested................................................................................... 8-10
Test Standards........................................................................................... 8-11
Time for Autotest...................................................................................... 8-11
Length....................................................................................................... 8-12
Propagation Delay..................................................................................... 8-12
Delay Skew............................................................................................... 8-12
DC Loop Resistance Test.......................................................................... 8-12
Measurement Accuracy as Specified in Relevant Standards.................... 8-13
Typical Measurement Accuracies............................................................. 8-14
HDTDX Analyzer Specifications for Cables <100 m (328 ft).............. 8-18
HDTDR Specifications for Cables <100 m (328 ft).............................. 8-18
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Appendices
A Tests Supported by LIAs.......................................................................... A-1
B Glossary.................................................................................................... B-1
Impulse Noise........................................................................................... 8-18
Characteristic Impedance......................................................................... 8-18
LAN Traffic Monitoring........................................................................... 8-19
Tone Generator......................................................................................... 8-19
Serial Interface ......................................................................................... 8-19
PC Interface Cable.................................................................................... 8-20
Power........................................................................................................ 8-21
Environmental Requirements................................................................... 8-21
Electromagnetic Compatibility................................................................. 8-21
Input Ratings............................................................................................ 8-22
Certification and Compliance................................................................... 8-23
Test Results Memory for the DSP-4100/4300 ......................................... 8-23
Test Results Memory for the DSP-4000................................................... 8-24
Dimensions............................................................................................... 8-24
Weight...................................................................................................... 8-24
Display...................................................................................................... 8-24
Warranty................................................................................................... 8-24
Index
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List of Tables

Table Title Page
2-1. International Electrical Symbols ..................................................................... 2-1
2-2. Key Functions for the Menu System............................................................... 2-4
2-3. Quick Configuration Settings.......................................................................... 2-8
2-4. Main Unit Features.......................................................................................... 2-19
2-5. Remote Connectors and Features.................................................................... 2-22
2-6. Status Indications from the Remote ................................................................ 2-43
2-7. Battery Status Messages.................................................................................. 2-44
3-1. Wire Map Displays.......................................................................................... 3-8
3-2. Items on the Attenuation Results Screen......................................................... 3-12
3-3. Items on the NEXT Results Screen................................................................. 3-14
3-4. Items on the ELFEXT Results Screen............................................................. 3-17
3-5. Items on the ACR Results Screen ................................................................... 3-19
3-6. Items on the RL Results Screen....................................................................... 3-21
4-1. Remote Requirements for Cable Tests............................................................ 4-3
4-2. Items on the HDTDX Analyzer Results Screen.............................................. 4-7
4-3. Effects of Termination on HDTDR Results.................................................... 4-10
4-4. Items on an HDTDR Results Screen (Twisted Pair Results) .......................... 4-12
4-5. Items on the Traffic Monitor Screen............................................................... 4-21
4-6. Items on the Noise Monitor Screen................................................................. 4-25
7-1. Identifying Cabling Faults............................................................................... 7-28
8-1. Troubleshooting the Test Tool ........................................................................ 8-4
8-2. Replacement Parts........................................................................................... 8-5
8-3. Options and Accessories.................................................................................. 8-6
8-4. Performance Parameters.................................................................................. 8-13
8-5. PC Interface Cable Connections...................................................................... 8-20
8-6. 9-to 25-pin Adapter......................................................................................... 8-20
A-1. Tests Supported by Standard Link Interface Adapters.................................... A-2
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List of Figures

Figure Title Page
1-1. Standard Accessories....................................................................................... 1-5
2-1. Attaching a Link Interface Adapter................................................................. 2-6
2-2. Inserting and Removing the Memory card...................................................... 2-7
2-3. The Asterisk and Test Tool Accuracy............................................................. 2-9
2-4. Typical Test Connections for a Basic Link..................................................... 2-12
2-5. Typical Test Connections for a Channel......................................................... 2-13
2-6. Typical Test Connections for a Permanent Link............................................. 2-14
2-7. Autotest Connections for Coaxial Cabling...................................................... 2-17
2-8. Main Unit Features.......................................................................................... 2-18
2-9. Remote Features.............................................................................................. 2-21
2-10. Link Interface Adapter Features...................................................................... 2-23
2-11. Permanent Link Adapter Handling Guidelines ............................................... 2-24
2-12. Changing the Personality Module................................................................... 2-25
2-13. Attaching the Strap and Opening the Bail....................................................... 2-26
3-1. Typical Test Connections for a Basic Link..................................................... 3-3
3-2. Typical Test Connections for a Channel......................................................... 3-4
3-3. Typical Test Connections for a Permanent Link............................................. 3-5
3-4. Examples of Automatic Diagnostics Displays................................................ 3-7
3-5. The Attenuation Plot Screen............................................................................ 3-13
3-6. The NEXT Plot Screen.................................................................................... 3-15
3-7. The ELFEXT Plot Screen................................................................................ 3-18
3-8. The ACR Plot Screen...................................................................................... 3-20
3-9. The RL Plot Screen ......................................................................................... 3-22
3-10. Autotest Connections for Coaxial Cabling...................................................... 3-24
3-11. Saving Autotest Results (Auto Increment and Auto Sequence Disabled)....... 3-28
3-12. Autotest Report in Tabular Format.................................................................. 3-33
3-13. Autotest Report in Graphical Format.............................................................. 3-34
4-1. Single Test Connections for Twisted Pair Cabling......................................... 4-5
4-2. Example of an HDTDX Analyzer Plot for a Good Twisted Pair Cable Run.. 4-8
4-3. Example of an HDTDR Plot (Twisted Pair Results)....................................... 4-13
4-4. Single Test Connections for Coaxial Cabling................................................. 4-17
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4-5. Connections for Monitoring Network Traffic................................................. 4-19
4-6. Typical Connections for Monitoring Impulse Noise ...................................... 4-24
5-1. Connections for Printing Test Reports............................................................ 5-4
6-1. Connections for Self-Calibration.................................................................... 6-2
7-1. Twisted Pair Cable Construction.................................................................... 7-2
7-2. EIA/TIA RJ45 Connections............................................................................ 7-3
7-3. Coaxial Cable Construction............................................................................ 7-4
7-4. Basic Link Test Connections.......................................................................... 7-5
7-5. Channel Test Connections .............................................................................. 7-6
7-6. Permanent Link Test Connections.................................................................. 7-7
7-7. Attenuation of a Signal................................................................................... 7-8
7-8. Sources of Electrical Noise............................................................................. 7-9
7-9. How FEXT Signals are All Equally Attenuated............................................. 7-13
7-10. An HDTDX Analyzer Plot.............................................................................. 7-14
7-11. Split Pair Wiring............................................................................................. 7-16
7-12. How NVP is Calculated.................................................................................. 7-19
7-13. Signals Reflected from an Open, Shorted, and Terminated Cable ................. 7-21
7-14. Example of an HDTDR Plot........................................................................... 7-23
7-15. A Plot of NEXT, Attenuation, and the Resulting ACR .................................. 7-25
8-1. Removing the NiMH Battery Pack................................................................. 8-2
8-2. Attenuation (Insertion Loss) Measurement Accuracy for Channel ................ 8-15
8-3. Pair-to-Pair NEXT Measurement Accuracy for a Channel............................. 8-15
8-4. PSNEXT Measurement Accuracy for Channel .............................................. 8-16
8-5. Pair-to-Pair ELFEXT Measurement Accuracy for Channel........................... 8-16
8-6. PSELFEXT Measurement Accuracy for Channel .......................................... 8-17
8-7. Return Loss Measurement Accuracy for Channel.......................................... 8-17
8-8. Operating Environment Specifications........................................................... 8-22
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Chapter 1 provides the following information:
• Contact information for Fluke Networks
• Features of the DSP-4000 Series test tools.
• A list of equipment included with the test tool.
• A guide to using this manual.

Contacting Fluke Networks

Visit the Fluke Networks web site at www.flukenet wo r ks. c om. To order accessories or get the location of the nearest Fluke Networks distributor
or service center, call:
• USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
• Canada: 1-800-363-5853
• Europe: +31-402-675-200
• Beijing: 86 (10) 6512-3435
• Japan: +81-3-3434-0181
• Singapore: +65-738-5655
• Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-4519
Chapter 1

Introduction

For operating assistance in the USA, call 1-800-283-5853.
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Registration

Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you access to valuable information on product updates, troubleshooting tips, and other support services. To register, fill out and return the postage-paid card provided, or fill out the online registration form on the Fluke Networks website.

Overview of Features

New features may be available with software upgrades. Visit the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com or contact your Fluke Networks representative for information on upgrades.
The Fluke Networks DSP-4000 Series CableAnalyzers™ (hereafter referred to as “the test tool”) are hand-held instruments used to certify, test, and troubleshoot coaxial and twisted pair cabling in local area network (LAN) installations. The test tool combines test pulses with digital signal processing to provide fast, accurate results and advanced testing capabilities up to 350 MHz.
The test tool includes the following featur es:
• Certifies LAN basic link, permanent link, and channel configurations to IEEE,
ANSI, TIA, and ISO/IEC standards.
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• Optional Fiber Test Adapters lets you certify LAN basic fiber links to
TIA/EIA and ISO/IEC standards.
• Presents test options and results in a simple menu system.
• Presents displays and printed reports in English, German, French, Spanish,
Portuguese, Italian, or Japanese.
• Runs all critical tests automatically. Diagnostic routine helps you identify and
locate faults.
• Produces 2-way Autotest results.
• “Talk” feature allows 2-way voice communication between the main and
remote units over twisted pair cable or over fiber using a Fiber Test Adapter.
• Model DSP-4000 stores at least 500 text-based test reports in nonvolatile
memory. Model DSP-4100 stores at least 250 grapical test reports on a removable memory card. Model DSP-4300 stores at least 250 graphical test reports on a removable memory card or in internal memory.
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Overview of Features
• Sends stored test reports to a host computer or directly to a serial printer.
• Includes a stored library of common test standards and cable types for copper
and fiber installations. Flash EPROM accepts test standard and software
upgrades.
• Allows for configuration of custom test standards.
• High-Definition Time Domain Crosstalk (HDTDX) analyzer locates the
position of crosstalk problems in a link.
• High-Definition Time Domain Reflectrometry (HDTDR
the position of return loss problems in a link.
• Produces plots of NEXT, ELFEXT, PSNEXT, PSELFEXT, attenuation, ACR,
PSACR, and RL. Shows NEXT, ELFEXT, PSNEXT, PSELFEXT,
attenuation, ACR, and PSACR results up to 350 MHz. Gives remote results
for NEXT, PSNEXT, ACR, and RL.
• DSP-LIA013 adapters let you monitor network traffic on 10/100BASE-TX
Ethernet systems, monitors impulse noise on twisted pair cable, helps you
identify hub port connections, and determines which standards are supported
by a hub port connection. (Standard with DSP-4300; optional with other
models.)
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• Tone generator lets you use an inductive pickup device, such as the Fluke
Networks 140 A-Bug Tone Probe, to identify cables in a LAN installation.
• Optional link interface adapters let you test additional types of LAN cabling.
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Standard Accessories

A DSP-4000 Series test tool comes with the following accessories, which are shown in Figure 1-1. If the test tool is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of purchase immediately.
• 1 DSP-4000SR, DSP-4100SR, or DSP-4300SR remote unit (not shown)
• The following link interface adapters:
◊ With the DSP-4000 and DSP-4100: 2 DSP-LIA011 Basic Link Adapters
for Cat 5E and 2 DSP-LIA012 Channel Adapters for Cat 6 ◊ With the DSP-4000PL: 2 DSP-LIA101 Permanent Link Adapters for Cat 6
and 2 DSP-LIA012 Channel Adapters for Cat 6 ◊ With the DSP-4300: 2 DSP-LIA101 Permanent Link Adapters for Cat 6,
1 DSP-LIA012 Channel Adapter for Cat 6, and 1 DSP-LIA013
Channel/Traffic Adapter for Cat 6
• 2 AC adapter/chargers 120 V (US only) or universal adapter/chargers and line
cords (outside North America)
• 1 Memory card reader (DSP-4100, DSP-4300)
• 1 16 MB memory card (DSP-4100, DSP-4300)
• 1 Memory card carrying case (DSP-4100, DSP-4300; not shown)
• 2 NiMH battery packs (installed)
• 2 Headsets
• 1 DSP-4000 Calibration Module
• 1 RJ45 to BNC adapter
• 1 PC serial interface (EIA-232C) cable
• 2 Carrying straps
• 1 CableManager CD
• 1 DSP-4000 Series Manual CD (includes complete users manual)
• 1 DSP-4000 Series Getting Started Guide
• 1 Warranty registration card (not shown)
• 1 Soft carrying case (not shown)
If you purchased optional Fiber Test Adapters, refer to the Fiber Test Adapter users manual for a list of fiber accessories.
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Standard Accessorie s
1
DSP-4000 Calibration
Module
DSP-LIA011
(2 with DSP-4000
and DSP-4100)
DSP-LIA101
(2 with DSP-4000PL
and DSP-4300)
RJ45 to BNC Adapter
DSP-LIA012
(2 with DSP-4000,
DSP-4000PL
and DSP-4100;
1 with DSP-4300)
DSP-LIA013
(1 with DSP-4300)
DSP-4000 Series
Manual CD
CableManager
Software CD
TM
DSP-4000 Series
Getting Started Guide
Nickel-Metal Hydride
(2) Battery Pack
Headsets (2)
Straps (2)
or
AC Adapter/Charger
Figure 1-1. Standard Accessories
RS-232 Cable
DSP-4100/DSP-4300
Memory Card
Memory Card
Reader
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Using This Manual

Before using the test tool, carefully read "Safety and Operational Information" at the beginning of Chapter 2.
Except where noted, the information in this manual applies to all DSP-4000 Series test tools.
If you are familiar with the general features, functions, and operation of LAN cable testers and want to start testing cables immediately, proceed as follows:
1. Read “Quick Start” in Chapter 2 to prepare the test tool for operation, access
the test tool’s functions, and run an Autotest.
2. Refer to the test and setup features listed under “Rotary Switch” in Chapter 2
to locate functions in the test tool’s menu structure.
3. Refer to the Glossary in the Appendix to find definitions for unfamiliar terms. If you have never used a LAN cable tester, but want to start testing cables
immediately and learn as you work, proceed as follows:
1. Read “Quick Start” in Chapter 2 to prepare the test tool for operation, access
the test tool’s functions, and run an Autotest.
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2. Refer to the Glossary in the Appendix to find definitions for unfamiliar terms.
3. Refer to the test and setup features listed under “Rotary Switch” in Chapter 2
to locate functions in the test tool’s menu structure.
4. Refer to Chapter 3, “Autotest,” to find more detailed information about cable
tests and test results.
5. Read Chapter 4, “Running Individual Tests,” to learn how to run individual
tests and monitor network traffic and impulse noise.
6. Read Chapter 7, “Basic Cable Testing,” to add to your cable testing and
troubleshooting knowledge.
Introduction
Using This Manual
If you have never used a LAN cable tester and want to learn about cable testing and troubleshooting before you use the test tool, proceed as follows:
1. Read Chapter 7, “Basic Cable Testing,” to learn the basics of LAN cable
characteristics, testing, and interpreting test results.
2. Read Chapter 2, “Getting Started”, to learn about the test tool’s features and
how to prepare the test tool for use.
3. Read Chapter 3, “Autotest,” to learn how to run the most commonly used
cable test and interpret the test results.
4. Read Chapter 4, “Running Individual Tests,” to learn how to run individual
tests and monitor impulse noise.
5. Refer to the test and setup features listed under “Rotary Switch” in Chapter 2
to locate functions in the test tool’s menu structure.
6. Refer to the Glossary in the Appendix to find definitions for unfamiliar terms. For information on testing fiber cabling, refer to the users manual for your Fiber
Test Adapter.
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Chapter 2

Getting Started

Chapter 2 provides the following information:
• Safety and cautions to observe when using the test tool.
• Instructions for getting started quickly with the test tool.
• Detailed information on the test tool’s features.
• Detailed instructions on configuring the test tool.

Read First: Safety and Operational Information

The international electrical symbols used on the instrument or in this manual are described in Table 2-1. Certification symbols are described in "Specifications" in Chapter 8.
Table 2-1. International Electrical Symbols
Warning: Risk of electric shock.
Warning or Caution: Risk of damage or destruction to equipment or software. See explanations in the manual.
Equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation to protect the user against electric shock.
Do not connect this terminal to public communications networks, such as telephone systems.
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Warning
To avoid possible fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage to the test tool
• If this product is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the product may be impaired.
• Use only the ac adapter/charger provided with the test
tool (PN 106200 or 944223) to charge the battery or power the test tool.
• Never connect the test tool to any telephony inputs,
systems, or equipment, including ISDN. Doing so is a misapplication of this product, which can result in damage to the test tool and create a potential shock hazard to the user.
• Never connect the CABLE TEST input to any LAN
inputs, systems, or equipment. Doing so is a misapplication of this product, which can result in damage to the test tool and create a potential shock hazard to the user.
• Always turn on the test tool before connecting it to a
cable. Turning the test tool on activates the tool’s input protection circuitry.
• When servicing the test tool, use only specified
replacement parts.
• Do not use the test tool if it operates abnormally.
Protection may be impaired.
• Do not use the test tool if it is damaged. Inspect the
test tool before use.
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Caution
To avoid disrupting network operation and to ensure maximum accuracy of test results
• Except when monitoring network activity, never
connect the test tool to an active network. Doing so may disrupt network operation.
• Never attempt to insert any connector other than an
RJ45 connector into the RJ45 jack. Inserting other connectors, such as RJ11 (telephone) connectors, can permanently damage the jack.
• Never attempt to send data from a PC to the test tool
while running a cable test. Doing so might cause erroneous test results.
• Never operate portable transmitting devices during a
cable test. Doing so might cause erroneous test results.
• When using the channel/traffic link interface adapter
(DSP-LIA013), never run tests with cables connected to both the cable jack and the monitor jack. Doing so might cause erroneous test results.
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• To ensure maximum accuracy of test results, perform
the self-calibration procedure as described in
“Calibrating the Test Tool” in Chapter 6 every 30 days.
• To avoid false test results, recharge the battery as
soon as the low battery message appears.
• If your test tool includes the DSP-LIA101 Permanent
Link Adapters, see “Permanent Link Interface Adapters” later in this chapter for important handling information.
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Quick Start

This section is for users who want to start using the test tool immediately with minimal instruction. For suggestions on additional reading that may be helpful to
you, see “Using this Manual” in Chapter 1. To get started with the optional Fiber Test Adapters, refer to the Fiber Test Adapter users manual.
New features may be available with software upgrades. Visit the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com or contact your Fluke Networks representative for information on upgrades.

Powering the Test Tool

Before powering the test tool or remote with the NiMH battery pack, charge the battery for about 3 hours. To charge the battery, connect the ac adapter/charger to the test tool or remote and to ac line power. You can operate the unit on ac power while the battery charges. A fully-charged battery typically lasts at least 8 hours. See “Battery Status” later in this chapter for information on battery status messages.
The ac adapter/charger will not power the test tool when the battery pack is removed.
Note
Note

Using the Menus

Key Function
U D L R Allow up, down, left, and right movement on the display.
E Selects the highlighted item.
T Starts the highlighted test.
e Exits the current screen.
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The test tool’s setup configuration, test selections, and test results are presented in a menu system. Table 2-2 shows the keys used to select items and move between screens in the menu system.
Table 2-2. Key Functions for the Menu System
Softkeys select the function displayed on the screen area above the key. Softkey functions depend on the screen displayed.

Using the Link Interface Adapters

The link interface adapters provide the correct connectors and interface circuitry for testing different types of LAN cable. The adapters also allow for upgrades
when new types of cable are developed. See “Link Interface Adapter Features” in this chapter for more details.
If your test tool includes the DSP-LIA101 Permanent Link Adapters, see “Permanent Link Interface Adapters” in this chapter for important handling information.
Optional link interface adapters that provide additional functions are available from your Fluke Networks dealer. Visit the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com for the most recent information on optional adapters.
Figure 2-1 shows how to attach a link interface adapter. Self-calibration is not required when you change adapters. The test tool displays a message if you try to run a test that is not supported by the attached link interface adapter. Refer to Appendix A for a list of tests supported by the standard link interface adapters.
The LIA Status selection on the SPECIAL FUNCTIONS menu reports the type of link interface adapter attached to the main and remote units. The status display also shows how many Autotests have been run with each adapter.
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Figure 2-1. Attaching a Link Interface Adapter

Formatting the Memory Card (DSP-4100/4300)

Autotest results you save on a DSP-4100 or DSP-4300 test tool are stored on a removable memory card. One 16 MB card is included with the test tool. Compatible cards of different capacities can also be used in the test tool. Figure 2-2 shows how to insert and remove the card. You do not need to turn the test tool off before inserting or removing the card.
Before you store test results, the card must be formatted as follows:
1. Insert the card into the test tool as shown in Figure 2-2.
2. Turn the rotary switch to SPECIAL FUNCTIONS. Use D to select
Memory Card Configuration; then press E.
3. Press $ Format; then press # Yes to begin formatting. For instructions on using the memory card reader and transferring Autotest results
to a PC, see “Getting Started” under Help on the CableManager toolbar.
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Inserting the card
Removing the card
Push button to eject card
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Figure 2-2. Inserting and Removing the Memory card
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To see the status of the memory card, press the Memory softkey that appears on several of the Autotest displays or select Memory Card Configuration in the SPECIAL FUNCTIONS mode.
Caution
The test tool may not be able to read or store test results on a memory card that contains other types of data (such as music files).
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Quick Configuration

The settings listed in Table 2-3 affect either the display format or the accuracy of your test results. Following the table are instructions for changing the settings. For
a complete list of the test tool’s adjustable settings, refer to the later section “Setup.”
SETUP Setting Description
Table 2-3. Quick Configuration Settings
Test Standard and Cable Type
Report Identification
Auto Increment (cable ID setup)
Store Plot Data (DSP-4100/4300)
Length Units Select meters or feet as the unit for length measurements. Numeric Format Select a format (0.00 or 0,00) for display of decimal fractions. Display and
Report Language Power Line Noise
Filter Frequency
Select the test standard and cable type you are using. Fiber optic cable testing requires a Fluke Networks DSP-FTA Fiber Test Adapter or a Fluke Networks DSP-FOM (Fiber Optic Meter; comes with the DSP-FTK).
Enter your company’s name, operators’ names, and site names. These names appear in the Autotest reports you save.
Enabling this setting causes the last character of the cable ID to increment each time you save an Autotest. The Sequence selection lets you define a range of cable IDs by entering a start and end ID. On a DSP-4300, the Cable ID List selection lets you select a list of IDs that was created and saved on a memory card with CableManager software.
Enable this setting to store plot data (from tests such as attenuation, return loss, and NEXT) with Autotest results saved on a DSP-4100 or DSP-4300 test tool.
Select English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or Japanese.
Select the frequency of the ac power in your area. The test tool filters out 50 Hz or 60 Hz noise from measurements.
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To change any of the settings shown in Table 2-3, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the rotary switch to SETUP.
2. If the setting you want to change is not on the first Setup screen, press
$ Page Down to see additional Setup screens.
3. Use D U to highlight the setting you want to change.
4. Press ! Choice.
5. Use D U to highlight the setting you want.
6. Press E to store the highlighted setting.
7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 to change additional settings.

Results within Accuracy Range

An asterisk following a test result value indicates that the value is within the test
tool’s range of accuracy, as shown in Figure 2-3. All tests except the wire map test may produce results with an asterisk if required by the selected test standard. If you want the asterisk to appear on the overall pass/fail test result as well as the individual test result, enable “Top Level Pass* Indication” in SETUP.
If a “pass” result is marked with an asterisk, look for ways to improve the cabling installation to eliminate the marginal performance. A “fail” result marked with an asterisk should be considered a failure.
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The asterisk appears on displayed, uploaded, and printed test results.
Pass
*
Pass Region
Limit
*
Fail Region
Fail
Figure 2-3. The Asterisk and Test Tool Accuracy
Accuracy Range of Test Tool
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Autotest on Twisted Pair Cabling

Autotest performs all of the tests necessary to determine if the cabling you are testing meets the test standards specified for your LAN installation.
The following tests apply to twisted pair cabling:
• Headroom report (The worst-case margin for a parameter determined by the
selected standard. This may be NEXT, ACR, PSNEXT, or another measurement.)
• Wire Map
• Resistance
• Length
• Propagation Delay
• Delay Skew
• Impedance
• NEXT and ELFEXT (Near-End and Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk)
• Attenuation
• ACR (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio)
• RL (Return Loss)
• PSNEXT (Power Sum NEXT)
• PSELFEXT (Power Sum Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk)
• PSACR (Power Sum ACR)
When you start an Autotest, the test tool displays a message if the attached link interface adapter does not support the selected test standard.
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To Autotest twisted pair cabling, refer to Figures 2-4 through 2-6 and proceed as follows:
Note
If the calibration message appears after you start the Autotest, refer
to “Calibrating the Test Tool” in Chapter 6 for complete calibration instructions.
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