Fluke Networks MicroScanner2 Instruction Manual

MicroScanner2TM

Cable Verifier

Users Manual

January 2007 Rev. 1 7/07

©2007 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved.

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Table of Contents

Title	Page
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................	1
Registration ...........................................................................................................................................................................	2
Contacting Fluke Networks ..................................................................................................................................................	2
Unpacking .............................................................................................................................................................................	3
MicroScanner2 Professional Kit (MS2-KIT) ....................................................................................................................	3
MicroScanner2 Cable Verifier (MS2-100) ......................................................................................................................	3
Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................................	4
MicroScanner2 Features ........................................................................................................................................................	6
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
Open on Twisted Pair Cabling ...............................................................................................................................	12
Short on Twisted Pair Cabling ...............................................................................................................................	13
Crossed Wires ..........................................................................................................................................................	13
Crossed Pairs ...........................................................................................................................................................	14

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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
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

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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
Crossed Pairs ...................................................................................................................................................................	47
Short ...............................................................................................................................................................................	48
Index ......................................................................................................................................................................................	49

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List of Figures

Figure	Title	Page
1	High Voltage Display Example ......................................................................................................................	5
2	MicroScanner2 Features .................................................................................................................................	6
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
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

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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

The MicroScanner2 Cable Verifier is a hand-held test 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.

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

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

•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™ function for positive identification of cables in bundles.

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

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

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 3044 1277

•Canada: 1-800-363-5853

•Europe: [phone]

•Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228

•Japan: 03-3434-0510

•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.

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Unpacking

Unpacking

The tester comes with the accessories listed below. If something is damaged or missing, contact the place of purchase immediately.

MicroScanner2 Professional Kit (MS2-KIT)

•MicroScanner2 tester with detachable wiremap adapter

•2 AA alkaline batteries

•ITK200 IntelliTone probe

•9 V alkaline battery

•Six remote ID adapters (numbers 2 through 7)

•Two shielded patch cords, 8-pin modular plug to 8-pin modular plug (RJ45 to RJ45), 2 m

•Two patch cords, 4-pin modular plug to 4-pin modular plug (RJ11 to RJ11), 15 cm

•Coaxial patch cord, F-connector to F-connector, 75 Ω, with push-on adapters, 1.8 m

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

•Wrist strap

•Carrying case

•Folding pouch for accessories

•MicroScanner2 Getting Started Guide

•IntelliTone Quick Reference Guide

•CD-ROM with MicroScanner2 manuals

•CD-ROM with IntelliTone manuals

MicroScanner2 Cable Verifier (MS2-100)

•MicroScanner2 tester with detachable wiremap adapter

•2 AA alkaline batteries

•Carrying pouch

•MicroScanner2 Getting Started Guide

•CD-ROM with MicroScanner2 manuals

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Safety Information

WWarningX

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

Table 1. International Electrical Symbols

Warning or Caution: risk of damage or destruction to equipment or software. See

Wexplanations in the manual.

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

XWarning: Risk of electric shock.

This equipment not for connection to public j 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.

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

•Do not open the case; no user-serviceable parts are inside.

•Do not modify the tester.

•Do not use the tester if it is damaged. Inspect the tester before use.

•If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

•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. The tester shows a warning symbol (W) and the voltage polarities when it detects high voltage. Figures 1 and 11 show examples of this display.

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Safety Information

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

documentation provided on the IntelliTone manuals CD.

Positive

• Do not use the tester if it operates abnormally.

Protection may be impaired.

Negative

WCaution

To ensure maximum accuracy of test results replace the batteries as soon as the low battery indicator appears (see "Battery Life, Status, and Replacement" on page 40).

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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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MicroScanner2 Features

A On/off key.

B E, D: Navigates through screens and changes settings. In toner mode, these keys cycle through the IntelliTone and analog toner songs.

C Y: Selects the RJ45 or coaxial connector as the active port.

D M: Cycles through the cable test, toner, and PoE detect modes.

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

•Y+ E: Lets you calibrate length measurements and

select meters or feet as the length unit.

•M+ D: Activates a demonstration mode where the

tester shows examples of test result screens.

Note

Auto shutoff is disabled in demonstration mode.

•E+ D: Displays the version and serial number

screens.

E LCD display with backlight.

F F-connector for connecting to 75 Ω coaxial cable.

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

6-pin modular (RJ11) connectors.

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

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

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Display Features	A Tester icon
	B Detail screen indicator. See page 20.
	C Indicates which port is active, the RJ45 port (U) or the
	coaxial port (T).

D Tone mode indicator. See page 32.

E Power over Ethernet mode indicator. See page 31.

F Numeric display with feet/meters indicator.

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

H IntelliTone appears when the toner is in IntelliTone

O

mode. See pages 32 and 36.

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

J Telephone voltage indicator. See page 16.

K Indicates a wiremap adapter is connected to the far

end of the cable.

P

L Low battery indicator. See page 40.

M Indicates an ID locator is connected to the far end of

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Figure 3. Display Features

the cable and shows the locator’s number.

N Ethernet port indicator. See page 18.

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Auto Shutoff

OWiremap 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.

PThe WIndicates 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.

Changing the Length Units

1Hold down Yand Ewhile turning on the tester.

2Press Mto switch between meters and feet.

3Turn the tester off then on to return to testing mode.

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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.

Universal adapter (8-pin and 4-pin)

Remote ID

locator

8-pin or 4-pin modular patch cord

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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.

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

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