Fluke MicroScanner 2 User Manual

2

TM

MicroScanner

Cable Verifier

Users Manual

January 2007, Rev. 2 8/2016

©2007, 2015, 2016 Fluke Corporation
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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unless stated otherwise herein. The warranty period for the mainframe is one year and begins on the date of purchase. Parts,
accessories, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days, unless otherwise stated. Ni-Cad, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries,
cables or other peripherals are all considered parts or accessories. The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user
customer of a Fluke Networks authorized reseller, and does not apply to any product which, in Fluke Networks’ opinion, has
been misused, abused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or
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error free or operate without interruption.

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Table of Contents

Title Page

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Registration ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Contacting Fluke Networks .................................................................................................................................................. 2

Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

Safety Information ......................................................................................................................................................... 3

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Display Features .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Auto Shutoff ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Changing the Length Units .................................................................................................................................................. 9

Using the Wiremap Adapter and Remote ID Locators ....................................................................................................... 10

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Twisted Pair Test Results ............................................................................................................................................... 12

Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

Open on Twisted Pair Cabling ............................................................................................................................... 12

Short on Twisted Pair Cabling ............................................................................................................................... 13

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Crossed Wires .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Crossed Pairs ............................................................................................................................................................14

Split Pair .................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Telephone Voltages Detected ................................................................................................................................16

Bridge Tap Detected ............................................................................................................................................... 17

Ethernet Port Detected ........................................................................................................................................... 18

Viewing Individual Results ............................................................................................................................................. 20

Using Multiple Remote ID Locators .............................................................................................................................. 22

Connecting to Telephone Networks Wired in Star Topologies ...................................................................................24

Connecting to Telephone Networks Wired in Bus Topologies ................................................................................... 26

Testing Coaxial Cabling ......................................................................................................................................................... 28

Coaxial Results ................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Open on Coaxial Cabling ........................................................................................................................................ 29

Short on Coaxial Cabling ........................................................................................................................................ 30

Unknown Termination on Coaxial Cabling ........................................................................................................... 30

Detecting Power Over Ethernet ...........................................................................................................................................31

Using the Toner ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Toning in IntelliTone Mode (optional IntelliTone probe required) ............................................................................ 32

Analog Toner Mode (optional tone probe required) .................................................................................................. 35

Using the SmartTone Function ...................................................................................................................................... 36

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Using the IntelliTone Cable Map Function (optional IP200 probe required) .................................................................... 36

Calibrating Length Measurements ...................................................................................................................................... 38

Setting the NVP to a Specified Value ........................................................................................................................... 38

Determining a Cable’s Actual NVP ............................................................................................................................... 38

Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................................... 40

Battery Life, Status, and Replacement ......................................................................................................................... 40

Checking the Tester’s Version and Serial Number ....................................................................................................... 41

If Something Seems Wrong .................................................................................................................................................. 41

Options and Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................... 42

Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................... 43

Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 43

General Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 44

Test Modes ..................................................................................................................................................................... 44

Performance Specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 45

Regulatory Information ................................................................................................................................................. 46

Appendix A: Diagnosing Wiremap Faults ........................................................................................................................... 47

Open ............................................................................................................................................................................... 47

Split Pair ......................................................................................................................................................................... 47

Reversed Pairs ................................................................................................................................................................ 47

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Crossed Pairs ................................................................................................................................................................... 47

Short ............................................................................................................................................................................... 48

Index ......................................................................................................................................................................................49

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List of Figures

Figure Title Page

1. High Voltage Display Example ...................................................................................................................... 5

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2. MicroScanner

3. Display Features ............................................................................................................................................. 8

4. Connecting a Remote ID Locator in a Confined Area or to an RJ11 Jack................................................... 10

5. Connecting to Twisted Pair Network Cabling .............................................................................................. 11

6. Open on Twisted Pair Cabling....................................................................................................................... 12

7. Short on Twisted Pair Cabling....................................................................................................................... 13

8. Crossed Wires ................................................................................................................................................. 13

9. Crossed Pairs ................................................................................................................................................... 14

10. Split Pair.......................................................................................................................................................... 15

11. Telephone Voltages Detected ....................................................................................................................... 16

12. Bridge Tap Detected ...................................................................................................................................... 17

13. Ethernet Port Detected.................................................................................................................................. 19

14. Results Screens for Individual Wire Pairs ...................................................................................................... 21

Features ................................................................................................................................. 6

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15. Using Multiple Remote ID Locators...............................................................................................................23

16. Connecting to a Telephone Network Wired in a Star Topology................................................................. 25

17. Connecting to a Telephone Network Wired in a Bus Topology.................................................................. 27

18. Connecting to Coaxial Cabling ...................................................................................................................... 28

19. Coaxial Results ................................................................................................................................................ 29

20. Open on Coaxial Cabling ...............................................................................................................................29

21. Short on Coaxial Cabling................................................................................................................................ 30

22. Unknown Termination on Coaxial Cabling................................................................................................... 30

23. PoE Display...................................................................................................................................................... 31

24. IntelliTone Toner Mode Display .................................................................................................................... 33

25. Using the Toner in IntelliTone Mode ............................................................................................................ 34

26. Analog Toner Mode Display .......................................................................................................................... 35

27. Using the Toner with the IP200 IntelliTone Cable Map Function ...............................................................37

28. Replacing the Tester’s Batteries..................................................................................................................... 40

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Introduction

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The MicroScanner
instrument that lets you verify and troubleshoot the wiring
of twisted pair and coaxial cables and detect network
services.

The tester does the following:



Measures length up to 1500 ft (457 m) and detects
opens and shorts on twisted pair and coaxial cabling.



Detects split pairs on twisted pair cabling.



Displays wiremap, cable length, proportional distance
to opens, and the remote ID number all on one screen.



Detects Ethernet ports on twisted pair cabling and
reports the port speed.



Detects PoE (Power over Ethernet) and telephone
voltages on twisted pair cabling.

Cable Verifier is a hand-held test



IntelliTone™ function works with an optional Fluke
Networks IntelliTone probe to help you locate and
isolate cables behind walls, at patch panels, or in
bundles. The analog toner works with standard analog
probes and includes the SmartTone
positive identification of cables in bundles.

™

function for

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 the online registration form on the Fluke Networks
website at www.flukenetworks.com/registration.

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Contacting Fluke Networks

www.flukenetworks.com

[e-mail]
[phone]



Australia: 61 (2) 8850-3333 or 61 (3) 9329 0244



Beijing: 86 (10) 6512-3435



Brazil: 11 3759 7600



Canada: 1-800-363-5853



Europe: [phone]



Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228



Japan: 03-6714-3117



Korea: 82 2 539-6311



Singapore: [phone]



Taiwan: (886) 2-227-83199



USA: 1-800-283-5853

Visit our website for a complete list of phone numbers.

Symbols

Table 1 describes the symbols used on the tester and in this
manual.














Table 1. Symbols

Warning or Caution: risk of damage or
destruction to equipment or software. See
explanations in the manual.

On the tester’s display this symbol indicates a
cable fault or voltage on the cable.

Warning: Risk of electric shock.

This equipment not for connection to public
communications networks, such as active
telephone systems.

Do not put products containing circuit boards
into the garbage. Dispose of circuits boards in
accordance with local regulations.

Conformite Europeene. Conforms to the
requirements of the European Union and the
European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

Certified by CSA Group to North American
safety standards.

Conforms to relevant Australian standards.

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Safety Information





40 year Environment Friendly Use Period
(EFUP) under China Regulation ­Administrative Measure on the Control of
Pollution Caused by Electronic Information
Products. This is the period of time before
any of the identified hazardous substances
are likely to leak out, causing possible harm
to health and the environment.

KCC-REM-FKN-012001001: EMC approval for
Korea

Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting &
Communication Equipment)

This product meets requirements for
industrial (Class A) electromagnetic wave
equipment and the seller or user should take
notice of it. This equipment is intended for
use in business environments and is not to
be used in homes.

Safety Information

Warning

To avoid possible fire, electric shock, or personal
injury:



Read all safety information before you use the
Product.



Carefully read all instructions.



Do not open the case. You cannot repair or
replace parts in the case.



Do not modify the Product.



Use only replacement parts that are approved by
Fluke Networks.



Do not touch voltages > 30 V AC rms, 42 V AC
peak, or 60 V DC.



The tester is not intended to be connected to
active telephone inputs, systems, or equipment,
including ISDN devices. Exposure to the voltages
applied by these interfaces may damage the
tester and create a potential shock hazard. The
tester shows a warning symbol (

) and the

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voltage polarities ( ) when it detects high
voltage. Disconnect the tester if
appear. Figures 1 and 11 show examples of this
display.



Do not use the Product around explosive gas,
vapor, or in damp or wet environments.



Use this Product indoors only.



Do not connect the Product to voltages that are
higher than the maximum voltage rating for the
Product.



For Products that have multiple connectors for
different types of tests on copper cabling,
disconnect unused test leads from the
connectors before you do a test.



Use the Product only as specified, or the
protection supplied by the Product can be
compromised.



Do not use and disable the Product if it is
damaged.



Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.

 and  



Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can
cause burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals
occurs, clean with water and get medical aid.



Remove the batteries if the Product is not used
for an extended period of time, or if stored in
temperatures above 50 °C. If the batteries are
not removed, battery leakage can damage the
Product.



The battery door must be closed and locked
before you operate the Product.



Repair the Product before use if the battery
leaks.



Replace the batteries when the low battery
indicator shows to prevent incorrect
measurements. (see "Battery Life, Status, and
Replacement" on page 40)



Turn off the Product and disconnect all test
leads, patch cords, and cables before you replace
the battery.



Be sure that the battery polarity is correct to
prevent battery leakage.

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

Positive

Negative

Do not disassemble or crush battery cells and
battery packs.



Do not put battery cells and battery packs near
heat or fire. Do not put in sunlight.



Do not operate the Product with covers removed
or the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is
possible.



Remove the input signals before you clean the
Product.



Have an approved technician repair the Product.



Do not put metal objects into connectors.



Before using the optional IntelliTone probe, read
the safety information in the probe’s
documentation.

Safety Information

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Figure 1. High Voltage Display Example

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MicroScanner2 Features

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Figure 2. MicroScanner2 Features

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

On/off key.



, : Navigates through screens and changes

settings. In toner mode, these keys cycle through the
IntelliTone and analog toner songs.



: Selects the RJ45 or coaxial connector as the active

port.



: Cycles through the cable test, toner, and PoE

detect modes.

For additional modes, hold down keys while turning the
tester on:



 + : Lets you calibrate length measurements and

select meters or feet as the length unit.



 + : Activates a demonstration mode where the

tester shows examples of test result screens.

Note

Auto shutoff is disabled in demonstration mode.



 + : Displays the version and serial number

screens.

MicroScanner2 Features



LCD display with backlight.



F-connector for connecting to 75  coaxial cable.



Modular jack for connecting to telephone and twisted
pair network cable. The jack accepts 8-pin modular
(RJ45) and
6-pin modular (RJ11) connectors.



Wiremap adapter with F-connector and 8-pin modular
jack. See page 10.



Optional remote ID locator with F-connector and 8-pin
modular jack. See page 10.

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Display Features

Figure 3. Display Features

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

Tester icon



Detail screen indicator. See page 20.



Indicates which port is active, the RJ45 port () or the
coaxial port (



Tone mode indicator. See page 32.



Power over Ethernet mode indicator. See page 31.



Numeric display with feet/meters indicator.



Test activity indicator, which is animated when a test is
running.



IntelliTone appears when the toner is in IntelliTone
mode. See pages 32 and 36.



Indicates a short on the cable. See pages 13 and 30.



Telephone voltage indicator. See page 16.



Indicates a wiremap adapter is connected to the far
end of the cable.



Low battery indicator. See page 40.



Indicates an ID locator is connected to the far end of
the cable and shows the locator’s number.



Ethernet port indicator. See page 18.

).

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

Wiremap diagram. For opens, the number of segments
lit for the wire pair indicates the approximate distance
to the fault. The rightmost segments indicate the
shield. See pages 12 through 15.



The  Indicates a fault or high voltage on the cable.

SPLIT appears when the fault is a split pair. See page 15.

Auto Shutoff

The tester turns off after 10 minutes if no keys are pressed
and nothing changes at the tester’s connectors.

Note

Auto shutoff is disabled in toner and demonstration
modes.

Auto Shutoff

Changing the Length Units

1

Hold down  and  while turning on the tester.

2

Press  to switch between meters and feet.

3

Turn the tester off then on to return to testing mode.

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Universal adapter

(8-pin and 4-pin)

Remote ID

locator

8-pin or 4-pin

modular patch

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Using the Wiremap Adapter and Remote ID Locators

Terminating twisted pair cabling with the standard
wiremap adapter or optional remote ID locators lets the
tester detect all types of wiremap faults. Without this
termination, the tester cannot detect crossed wires or
crossed pairs. For a wire pair with one wire open,
termination is required to detect which wire is open.
Without termination, the tester shows both wires as open.

Using multiple remote ID locators helps you identify
connections at patch panels. The tester shows the number
of the locator connected to the far end of the cabling, as
shown on page 23.

To connect a remote ID locator to a modular (RJ) jack in a
confined area or to a 4-pin modular jack (RJ11), use the
optional universal adapter and a patch cord, as shown in
Figure 4.

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Figure 4. Connecting a Remote ID Locator in a Confined

Area or to an RJ11 Jack

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Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

Wiremap

adapter

Patch panel

RJ45 patch

cords

Wall

outlet

1

Turn on the tester.

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

If the tester is already on and in coaxial test mode (

 to switch to twisted pair test mode ().

press

2

Connect the tester and wiremap adapter or ID locator to
the cabling as shown in Figures 5 through 17.

The test runs continuously until you change modes or turn
the tester off.

Notes

You can measure length without connecting a far
end adapter; however, an adapter is required for a
complete wiremap test.

PoE indicator appears, see page 31.

If the

),

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Figure 5. Connecting to Twisted Pair Network Cabling

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Twisted Pair Test Results

The following figures show typical test results for twisted
pair cabling.

Open on Twisted Pair Cabling

Figure 6 shows an open on wire 4.

Notes

If only one wire in a pair is open and a wiremap
adapter or remote ID locator is not connected, both
wires are shown as open.

The warning icon (
wires in a pair are open because open pairs are
normal for some cabling applications.

The three segments shown for the wire pair length indicate
the open is approximately 3/4 the distance to the end of the
cabling. The cable length is 75.4 m.

To see the distance to the open, use  or  to view the
individual result for the wire pair. See page 20.

) does not appear if both

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Figure 6. Open on Twisted Pair Cabling

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

“Short”

icon

Shield
indicator

Short on Twisted Pair Cabling

Figure 7 shows a short between wires 5 and 6. The shorted
wires flash to indicate the fault. The cable length is 75.4 m.

Note

When there is a short, the far-end adapter and the
mapping of the unshorted wires are not shown.

Figure 7. Short on Twisted Pair Cabling

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Crossed Wires

Figure 8 shows that wires 3 and 4 are crossed. The the pin
numbers flash to indicate the fault. Cable length is

53.9 m. The cable is shielded.

Detection of crossed wires requires a far-end adapter.

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Figure 8. Crossed Wires

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Crossed Pairs

Figure 9 shows that pairs 1,2 and 3,6 are crossed. The pin
numbers flash to indicate the fault. This crossed pair is likely
caused by mixing 568A and 568B cabling.

Detection of crossed pairs requires a far-end adapter.

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Figure 9. Crossed Pairs

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Split Pair

Split pair

icon

The split

pair flashes

Split pair wiring

Figure 10 shows a split pair on 3,6 and 4,5. The split pair
flashes to indicate the fault. The cable length is 75.4 m.

In a split pair, continuity from end to end is correct, but is
made with wires from different pairs. Split pairs cause
excessive crosstalk that interferes with network operation.

Note

Cables with untwisted pairs, such as telephone
cords, typically show split pairs due to excessive
crosstalk.

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

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Figure 10. Split Pair

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Telephone

voltage icon

Positive
wire (tip)

Negative
wire (ring)

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Telephone Voltages Detected

Figure 11 shows that telephone voltage is detected on pair
4,5.

Length is not shown because the voltage interferes with
length measurements.

Warning

The tester is not intended to be connected to
active telephone inputs, systems, or equipment,
including ISDN devices. Prolonged exposure to
the voltages applied by these interfaces may
damage the tester. Disconnect the tester if

  appear.

and



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Figure 11. Telephone Voltages Detected

Bridge Tap Detected

Figure 12 shows a bridge tap detected at about 53.2 m.
Only the first bridge tap detected is reported. The distance
to a bridge tap is approximate because multiple reflections
from the bridge tap interfere with length measurements.

Note

Bridge taps more than 328 ft (100 m) from the tester
or taps less than 16 ft (5 m) long may not be
detected.

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

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Figure 12. Bridge Tap Detected

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Ethernet Port Detected

The tester can detect active and inactive Ethernet ports, as
shown in Figure 13.



Ethernet port icon.



Port speed for an active 1000 megabit port. The speeds
are 10, 100, or 1000 megabits per second. The example
shows 1000 megabits per second. If the port supports
multiple speeds the number cycles through the speeds.



Cable length. Dashes are shown if the tester cannot
measure the length. This can occur if the port does not
produce reflections.

Length may fluctuate or be obviously too high if the
port’s impedance fluctuates or varies from the cable’s
impedance. When in doubt, disconnect the cable from
the port to get an accurate length measurement.

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Figure 13. Ethernet Port Detected

A

B

C

C

A

Active Ethernet port Inactive Ethernet port

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

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Viewing Individual Results

To see individual results for each wire pair, use  or ; to
move among the screens.

In this mode, the tester continuously tests only the wire pair
you are viewing.

Figure 14 shows examples of these screens.



Short on pair 1,2 at 29.8 m.

Notes

On the individual results screens, shorts are shown
only when they are between wires in a pair.

When there is a short, the far-end adapter and the
mapping of the unshorted wires are not shown.



Pair 3,6 is 67.7 m long and is terminated with the
wiremap adapter.



Open on pair 4,5 at 48.1 m. The open could be on one
or both wires.

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Figure 14. Results Screens for Individual Wire Pairs

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

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Using Multiple Remote ID Locators

Using multiple remote ID locators helps you identify
multiple network connections at a patch panel, as shown in
Figure 15.

The display in Figure 15 shows that the tester is connected
to the cable terminated with remote ID locator number 3.

Caution

Do not use multiple far end adapters in star or
bus topologies. Doing so causes incorrect
wiremap results.

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Patch panel

Locator # 2

Locator # 3

Locator # 4

Locator # 5

Remote ID locators

connected to wall

outlets

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

Figure 15. Using Multiple Remote ID Locators

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Connecting to Telephone Networks Wired in Star Topologies

Telephone cables wired in a star topology (Figure 16) are
connected together at a bridge tap at the distribution
center. The bridge tap connects each wire to all other wires
of the same number.

The tester detects bridge taps and measures the distance to
the bridge tap. To measure the length of each cable
connected to the bridge tap, connect the wiremap adapter
or remote ID locator to the bridge tap and the tester to the
wall outlet.

The tester cannot measure length past the bridge tap
because reflections from the bridge tap connections
interfere with measurements.

If you connect the tester to the bridge tap, the tester
measures the length only to the bridge tap, which is only
the patch cord length.

Caution

Do not use multiple far end adapters in star or
bus topologies. Doing so causes incorrect
wiremap results.

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Distribution
center

Common connection
to bridge tap

Wiremap
adapter

RJ11 patch

cord

Wall

outlets

Note: For a correct length reading, connect the
tester and wiremap adapter as shown. See
“Connecting to Star Topologies” for details.

RJ11 patch

cord

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

Figure 16. Connecting to a Telephone Network Wired in a Star Topology

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Connecting to Telephone Networks Wired in Bus Topologies

Telephone cables wired in a bus topology (Figure 17)
connect the wall outlets in series. In this topology, you
measure the length from the last outlet to the wiremap
adapter.

If you connect to an outlet in the middle of the series, the
tester reports a bridge tap. The length reported is the
length to the outlet, which is the patch cord length. The
tester cannot measure length past the outlet because
reflections from the cables on either side interfere with
measurements.

If you are unsure which outlet is the last in the bus, do the
following:

1

Connect the wiremap adapter or ID locator to the
beginning of the bus at the distribution center.

2

Connect the tester to an outlet and run the twisted pair
cable test.

If the tester reports a bridge tap, move to another
outlet. The last outlet will not show a bridge tap, and
will show the length to the distribution center.

Caution

Do not use multiple far end adapters in star or
bus topologies. Doing so causes incorrect
wiremap results.

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Distribution
center

Connection to bus

Wiremap
adapter

RJ11 patch
cord

Wall

outlets

Note: Locations of the tester and wiremap
adapter may be swapped.

RJ11 patch

cord

Testing Twisted Pair Cabling

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Figure 17. Connecting to a Telephone Network Wired in a Bus Topology

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Coaxial patch cords

Wiremap

adapter

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Testing Coaxial Cabling

1

Turn on the tester; then press  to switch to coaxial
test mode (

2

Connect the tester and wiremap adapter or ID locator to
the cabling as shown in Figure 18.

For cabling not terminated with an F-connector, use an
adapter or hybrid patch cord to connect to the cabling.

The test runs continuously until you change modes or turn
the tester off.

).

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Figure 18. Connecting to Coaxial Cabling

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Testing Coaxial Cabling

Coaxial Results

Figure 19 shows a good coaxial cable 38.4 m long and
terminated with remote ID number 3.

Figure 19. Coaxial Results

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Open on Coaxial Cabling

Figure 20 shows an open 12.1 m from the tester.

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Figure 20. Open on Coaxial Cabling

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Short on Coaxial Cabling

Figure 21 shows a short 12.1 m from the tester.

Figure 21. Short on Coaxial Cabling

Unknown Termination on Coaxial Cabling

Figure 22 shows a cable connected to a device at the far
end, such as a television, CATV service, VCR, DVD player,
satellite dish, splitter, or antenna. Dashes shown for length
mean the tester cannot measure length because the device
does not produce reflections.

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Figure 22. Unknown Termination on Coaxial Cabling

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Detecting Power Over Ethernet

The tester can detect PoE voltage from 802.3af sources.

Detecting Power Over Ethernet

To select PoE mode, press
display, as shown in Figure 23 (

In PoE mode, the tester solicits PoE power on pairs 1,2-3,6
and 4,5-7,8. The tester may activate a PoE source and will
not be damaged by PoE power.

If PoE power is detected,
pairs (



). The may blink as the PoE source turns the

power on and off.

In twisted pair test mode, a flashing
means that PoE power may be available. To verify the
presence of a PoE source, switch the tester to PoE mode.

The tester will not detect PoE schemes that are not
compliant with the IEEE 802.3af standard, such as

®

Inline Power.

Cisco

 until PoE appears on the



).

appears above the powered

PoE mode indicator

Note

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Figure 23. PoE Display

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Using the Toner

You can use the tester with an optional tone probe to
locate cables in bundles, at patch panels, or behind walls.

Use the tester’s IntelliTone
Networks IP100 or IP200 tone probe. The digital IntelliTone
signal is easier to detect at a distance than analog tones,
and its frequency and encoding eliminate cable
misidentification due to signal bleed and radiated or
ambient noise.

The tester’s analog tone mode is compatible with most tone
probes.

The analog tone mode features the SmartTone
for positive identification of cables in bundles.

™

mode with an optional Fluke

™

function

Toning in IntelliTone Mode (optional IntelliTone probe required)

Refer to Figures 24 and 25.

1

Connect the tester to the cable.

2

Press  to select twisted pair () or coaxial () cable.

3

Press  until , IntelliTone, and and a scrolling
pattern of 1s and 0s appear on the display (, , and

in Figure 24).

4

To toggle between the two IntelliTone songs press 
then

. The display shows the song number ().

If you press
through the IntelliTone and analog songs.

5

Turn the probe’s rotary switch to  (locate).

6

Use the probe to find the general location of the tone at
a cable rack, patch panel, or behind a wall, as shown in
Figure 25. The SYNC LED lights up green when the
probe is receiving the IntelliTone signal.

The probe’s LEDs light up from 1 to 8 as the signal
strength increases. The higher the number, the stronger
the signal.

 or  repeatedly, the tester cycles

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Notes

If you cannot locate the IntelliTone signal on
2-conductor cables, the cable may be shorted. Use
the tester to check for shorts. See pages 11 and 13.

7

Turn the probe’s rotary switch to  (isolate).

8

Use the probe to isolate the tone source in the cable
bundle or at the patch panel. The SYNC LED lights up
green when the probe is receiving the IntelliTone signal.

The probe’s LEDs light up from 1 to 8 as the signal
strength increases. The higher the number, the stronger
the signal.

Using the Toner

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Figure 24. IntelliTone Toner Mode Display

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Volume

control

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Figure 25. Using the Toner in IntelliTone Mode

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Analog Toner Mode (optional tone probe

A

required)

Refer to Figure 26.

1

Connect the tester to the cable.

Using the Toner

C

2

Press  to select twisted pair or coaxial cable.

3

Press  until  appears on the display (); then
press

 to enter analog toner mode. The display shows

a scrolling sinewave in analog toner mode (

4

To change songs, press . The display shows the song



number (

If you press
through the analog and IntelliTone songs.

5

Use the probe to search for the cable.

). The analog toner has four songs.

 or  repeatedly, the tester cycles



B

).

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Figure 26. Analog Toner Mode Display

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Using the SmartTone Function

Use the SmartTone™ function when you have trouble
locating a cable. This function changes the toner’s song
when you short a wire pair in the cable connected to the
tester. SmartTone works with the IntelliTone probe and
with analog probes.

Note

Use the SmartTone function only on dry pairs of
wires that are unterminated at both ends. Do not
use this function on powered wires.

1

Press  to select twisted pair or coaxial cabling.

2

Press  until  appears on the display.

3

Press  to select the analog toner mode (IntelliTone
disappears from the display).

4

At the far end of the cabling, place the probe near the
ends of the cables.

5

Momentarily short a wire pair in a cable (twisted pair) or
short the conductor and shield in a cable (coaxial). If the
song changes when you release the short, you have
found the cable connected to the tester.

Using the IntelliTone Cable Map Function (optional IP200 probe required)

The tester’s IntelliTone function works with an optional
IP200 probe’s cable map function to verify wiring at the far
end of the cabling. The probe’s cable map function
identifies the most common wiring faults on twisted pair
cabling: shorts, opens, and crossed pairs.

1

Press  to select twisted pair cabling ().

2

Turn the probe’s rotary switch to CABLE MAP.

3

Connect the tester and probe to the cabling as shown in
Figure 27.

4

Press  until  appears on the display. IntelliTone
mode is indicated by IntelliTone and a scrolling pattern
of 1s and 0s on the display. See Figure 27.

5

The probe’s LEDs light in sequence to indicate the
cable’s wiring. See the probe’s documentation for
details.

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Using the IntelliTone Cable Map Function (optional IP200 probe required)

LEDs show the
wiremap. See
the IntelliTone
manual for
details.

Note

Normally, the probe’s SYNC LED lights to indicate
reception of the IntelliTone signal. You may change
the LED’s function to indicate shield continuity. See
the probe’s documentation for details.

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Figure 27. Using the Toner with the IP200 IntelliTone

Cable Map Function

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Calibrating Length Measurements

The tester uses an NVP value (nominal velocity of
propagation) and the signal delay through the cable to
calculate length. The tester’s default NVP values are usually
accurate enough to verify length; however, you can
increase the accuracy of length measurements by adjusting
the NVP to a specified or actual value.

The default NVP values are 70 % for twisted pair cable and
82 % for coaxial cable.

Note

NVP values can vary among cable types, lots, and
manufacturers. In most cases, these differences are
minor and may be disregarded.

Setting the NVP to a Specified Value

To enter the NVP value specified by the manufacturer:

1

Turn on the tester while holding down the  and 
keys.

2

To set the NVP for the coaxial port (), press .

3

Use  and  to set the NVP value.

4

To save the setting and exit NVP mode, turn the tester
off then on again.

Determining a Cable’s Actual NVP

You can determine a cable’s actual NVP by adjusting the
measured length to match a known length of cable.

To determine a cable’s NVP:

1

Turn on the tester while holding down the  and 
keys.

2

To set the NVP for the coaxial port (), press .

3

Connect a known length of the cable to be tested to the
tester’s twisted pair or coaxial connector.

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Maintenance

Notes

The cable must be at least 49 ft (15 m) long. If the
cable is too short, “---” appears for the length.

For the best accuracy, use a cable between 49 ft
(15 m) and 98 ft (30 m) long.

The cable must not be connected to anything.

4

To switch between meters and feet, press .

5

Use  and  to change the NVP until the measured
length matches the actual length of the cable.

6

To save the setting and exit NVP mode, turn the tester
off then on again.

Maintenance

Warning

To avoid possible fire, electric shock, personal
injury, or damage to the tester:



Do not open the case. No user-serviceable parts
are inside.



Replacing electrical parts yourself will void the
tester’s warranty and might compromise its
safety features.



Use only specified replacement parts for user­replaceable items.



Use only Fluke Networks authorized service
centers.

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Cleaning

Clean the display with glass cleaner and a soft, lint-free
cloth. Clean the case with a soft cloth dampened with
water or water and a mild soap.

Caution

To avoid damaging the display or the case, do
not use solvents or abrasive cleansers.

Battery Life, Status, and Replacement

Warning

To avoid possible electric shock or personal
injury:



Turn off the tester and disconnect all test leads
before replacing the battery.



Use only the correct type of batteries, properly
installed in the case, to power the tester.

The batteries last for about 20 hours of typical use.

Replace the tester’s batteries when the low battery
indicator (

) appears. See Figure 28.

You can use the following types of AA (IEC LR6) batteries in
the tester:



Alkaline



Lithium



Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH)



Rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (NiCD)

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Figure 28. Replacing the Tester’s Batteries

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If Something Seems Wrong

Checking the Tester’s Version and Serial Number

Turn the tester on while holding down the  and  keys.

Use

 and  to scroll through the screens:



: Software version



: Serial number



: Factory test date

To exit this mode, turn the tester off.

Table 2. Troubleshooting the Tester

Symptom Action

The keypad does not respond. Press and hold  until the tester turns off; then turn the tester on again.

The tester will not turn on.

Length measurements are incorrect. Check the NVP value. See “Calibrating Length Measurements” on page 38.

Replace the batteries, verifying that they are installed correctly. See Figure 28
on page 40.

If Something Seems Wrong

If something seems wrong with the tester, refer to Table 2.

If Table 2 does not help you solve a problem with the tester,
contact Fluke Networks for additional help. If possible, have
the tester’s version and serial number.

For warranty information, refer to the warranty at the
beginning of this manual. If the warranty has lapsed,
contact Fluke Networks for repair prices.

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Options and Accessories

See Table 3.

For the latest list of options and accessories visit the Fluke
Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com.

Table 3. Options and Accessories

Option or Accessory Fluke Networks Model Number

Remote ID Locator Kit, numbers 2-7 MS2-IDK27

Wiremap adapter MS2-WM

Test lead, 8-pin modular plug (RJ45) to 8 alligator clips CLIP-SET

Coaxial Adapter Kit (F-connector barrel adapter, female-to-female BNC adapter,

CIQ-COAX

female-to-female RCA adapter)

Universal adapter, 8-pin/4-pin modular jack to 8-pin/4-pin modular jack CIQ-RJA

Carrying case for MicroScanner

Carrying pouch for MicroScanner

2

Professional kit MS2-CPK

2

tester MS2-POUCH

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Specifications

Specifications apply at 23 oC (73 oF), unless otherwise noted.

Environmental Specifications

Operating temperature 32 °F to 113 °F (0 oC to 45 oC)

o

Storage temperature -4 °F to +140 °F (-20

Operating relative humidity
(% RH without condensation)

90 % (50 °F to 95 °F; 10
75 % (95 °F to 113 °F; 35

C to +60 oC)

o

C to 35 oC)

o

C to 45 oC)

Specifications

Shock and Vibration

Random, 2 g, 5 Hz-500 Hz (Class 2)
1 m drop test with and without wiremap adapter attached

rd

Safety IEC 61010-1 3

Edition

Altitude 4,000 m; Storage: 12,000 m

EMC IEC 61326-1

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General Specifications

Test connectors

Power

Dimensions and weight
(with batteries installed and
wiremap adapter attached

Display Monochrome LCD with backlight

Shielded 8-pin modular jack accepts 8-pin modular (RJ45) and 4-pin modular (RJ11) plugs.
F-connector for coaxial cable.

Battery type: 2 AA (NEDA 15A, IEC LR6) alkaline batteries
Battery life: 20 hours of typical use
Other compatible battery types: 2 AA photo lithium, NIMH, NICAD

3 in x 6.4” x 1.4 in (7.6 cm x 16.3 cm x 3.6 cm)

0.8 lb (0.36 kg)

Test Modes

Cable test

Tone Generates Intellitone™ and normal analog toning signals

PoE Solicits and detects the presence of 802.3af compatible PoE (Power over Ethernet) devices

Measures length, verifies wiremap, identifies remote ID locators, and detects Ethernet ports.
Displays results on one screen.

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Performance Specifications

Specifications

Cable types tested

Twisted pair: U TP, FT P, S ST P
Coaxial: 75 , 50 , 93 

Length test

Range: 460 m (1500 ft)

Resolution: 0.3 m (1 ft)

Typical accuracy:  4% or 0.6 m (2 ft) whichever is greater. NVP uncertainty is an additional

error.

Calibration: User-settable NVP for twisted pair and coax. Can determine actual NVP with
known length of cable.

Wiremap test

Detects single-wire faults, shorts, miswires, split pairs, and up to seven far-end adapter IDs.
The wiremap is drawn with proportional length to visually indicate the approximate location
of faults.

Port detection Detects the advertised speed of 802.3 Ethernet ports.

Tone generator

Supports toning and cable mapping with a Fluke Networks digital IntelliTone
Generates four tones compatible with typical analog probes.

SmartTone

™

feature gives positive identification of cables in bundles when using an

IntelliTone or an analog probe.

™

probe.

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Regulatory Information

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the manual, may cause interference to
radio communications. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant
to Part 15, Subpart J of the FCC rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
the equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will
be required to take whatever measures may be required to
correct the interference.

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Appendix A: Diagnosing Wiremap Faults

Appendix A lists the typical causes of wiremap failures.

Open



Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or
punchdown blocks



Faulty connections



Damaged connector



Damaged cable



Wrong pairs selected in setup



Wrong application for cable

Split Pair

Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown
block.

Reversed Pairs

Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown
block.

Crossed Pairs



Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or
punchdown block.



Mix of 568A and 568B wiring standards (12 and 36
crossed).



Crossover cables used where not needed (12 and 36
crossed).

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Short



Damaged connector



Damaged cable



Conductive material stuck between pins at connector.



Improper connector termination



Wrong application for cable

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Index

Symbols

"?" on coaxial screen, 30

–A–

accessories, 42
analog toner, 35
auto shutoff, 9

–B–

batteries, 40
bridge tap, 17
bus topology, 26

–C–

cable map function, 36

cable tests

coaxial cabling, 28

twisted pair, 11
cleaning, 40
coaxial

connections, 28

open, 29, 30

short, 30

unknown termination, 30
connections

coaxial, 28

twisted pair, 11
connectors, 7
crossed pairs, 14
crossed wires, 13

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customer support

contacting Fluke Networks, 2
problem with the tester, 41

–E–

Ethernet port detected, 18

–F–

Fluke Networks, 2

–H–

help

contacting Fluke Networks, 2
problem with the tester, 41

high voltage, 5, 16

–I–

IntelliTone mode

cable map function, 36
toner, 32

ISDN, 5, 16

–K–

keys, 7

–L–

length calibration, 38

–M–

maintenance, 39

–N–

NVP, 38

–O–

open

coaxial, 29, 30
twisted pair, 12

options, 42

–P–

PoE (Power over Ethernet), 31
problems (with the tester), 41

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Index

–R–

registration, 1
remote ID locator, 10, 22
replacement parts, 42
RJ11 jack, 10

–S–

safety information, 3, 39
serial number, 41
service, 41
short

coaxial, 30

twisted pair, 13
SmartTone function, 35, 36
specifications, 43
split pair, 15
star topology, 24, 27
symbols, 2

–T–

telephone cord (split pair), 15
telephone voltages, 5, 16

testing

coaxial cabling, 28
twisted pair cabling, 11

toner, 32

analog mode, 35
IntelliTone mode, 32
SmartTone function, 35, 36

troubleshooting

cabling faults, 47
the tester, 41

twisted pair

bridge tap, 17
connections

bus topology, 26
network cabling, 11

star topology, 24, 27
crossed pairs, 14
crossed wires, 13
individual results, 20
open, 12
PoE detection, 18
short, 13

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split pair, 15
telephone voltages, 16

–U–

universal adapter, 10

–V–

version information, 41
voltage detection, 5, 16

–W–

wiremap adapter, 10

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