IDEAL LanTEK II Service Manual
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LanTEK® II Series Manual
LanTEK®II Cable Certifier Instruction Manual
This instruction manual contains information proprietary to IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. The
information in this document is not to be used or duplicated in any manner without prior
written approval from IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
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IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
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San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (800) 854-2708
Phone: (858) 627-0100
Fax: (858) 715-7003
Manual Part No.: P-2877 Rev. B
© 2009 IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. 2009-12
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Standard Warranty Policy of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
The General Terms and Conditions of the local subsidiary of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. apply.
Safety Precautions
Exercise caution when handling rechargeable batteries (accumulators)
All lithium-ion battery packs (Li-ion), regardless of their indicated charge state, are capable of
producing electrical current sufficient to cause personal injury and/or property damage.
Do not dispose of lithium-ion battery packs (Li-ion) in a fire or with regular waste. Lithiumion battery packs (Li-ion) may explode if exposed to open flame. The battery packs are
hazardous waste and may contaminate ground water sources if disposed of in landfills.
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. tries to provide the maximum protection possible by installing an
automatic reset fuse in the battery packs, to help stop high current discharge as quickly as
possible. However, these fuses may not completely protect against a momentary arc
discharge, which can result if the battery pack's electrical contacts are shorted. The following
battery pack handling precautions must be closely followed to avoid risk of injury.
When a battery pack is not installed in the Display (DH) or Remote (RH) handset, it
should be kept in a clean, dry, non-conductive package.
Keep conductive materials away from the battery pack at all times.
Keep contact sides of the battery pack away from each other at all times.
Battery packs can be charged while in the Display (DH) and in the Remote (RH) handset,
but also externally with the adapter. Charging in any other manner may cause the battery
pack to explode.
Always install, remove, store, and charge the battery packs in a non-explosive
atmosphere.
Observe operating and storage temperatures (see chapter 1.3. Dimensions, Weights,
Operating Conditions).
Do not allow children or persons unfamiliar with the precautionary instructions in this
manual to handle or recharge the battery packs.
Do not open the battery pack case. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the case,
and the batteries in the case are not replaceable.
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Disclaimer
WARNING!
This symbol indicates potentially lethal voltages. The life
and/or health of the person performing the activity or anybody
in the vicinity is at risk.
CAUTION!
This symbol indicates that the relative activity could possibly
harm the environment or damage technical equipment.
NOTE:
Here you will find general notes, additional information, or
support.
Boldface
Refers to a button on LanTEK®II Cable Certifier.
Italics
Refers to a menu option in this Operating Manual.
Quotation marks " "
Identifies a "Screen Message".
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. does not assume any liability for death, injury or damage to
equipment or property resulting from improper use of the battery packs.
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. will not be liable for consequential damages that may result from
tampering with the battery packs or charger or their use thereafter.
Subject to technical changes.
Environmental Protection
If you have any questions concerning these precautions, the operating instructions, or any
other concerns about the safe use and disposal of the battery packs used in LanTEK®II, please
contact a representative of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. For contact information, please refer to
Chapter Customer Service.
Using the LanTEK®II Cable Certifier
All cable parameter default settings programmed in the LanTEK®II Cable Certifier are based
on generic standards, proposed industry recommendations for cables and network links, the
latest technical information available from International LAN cabling standards committees,
the LAN industry, and IDEAL INDUSTRIES' own experience and testing.
Before performing any measurements, IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. recommends to request
detailed information from contractor or project manager on the standards to be used for
measuring, to ensure that relevant parameters are complied with.
Information on the use of this Instruction Manual
The following symbols used in this manual indicate that the user should exercise particular
caution in order to prevent personal injury or damage to the LanTEK®II Cable Certifier or the
system under test.
Typographical Conventions
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Table of contents
CHAPTER 1 Your LanTEK®II Cable Certifier................................................. 9
1.1. Technical Information ...................................................................................... 9
1.2. Product Specifications .................................................................................... 10
1.3. Dimensions, Weights, Operating Conditions ...................................................... 10
1.4. Performance Specifications ............................................................................. 11
CHAPTER 2 Product Description ............................................................... 12
2.1. The Display Handset (DH) .............................................................................. 12
2.1.1. Controls and Ports/Connectors ........................................................................ 12
2.1.2. TFT Display .................................................................................................. 14
2.1.3. Function Keys F1 to F10 ................................................................................. 15
2.1.4. Soft Key ....................................................................................................... 15
2.2. The Remote Handset (RH)............................................................................... 16
2.2.1. Controls and Ports/Connectors ........................................................................ 16
2.3. Power Management ....................................................................................... 18
2.3.1. Operating the Display and Remote handset from AC Power ................................ 18
2.3.2. Battery Charging ........................................................................................... 19
2.4. Talkset ........................................................................................................ 19
CHAPTER 3 Basics of the Cable Test ......................................................... 20
3.1. Testing of cables and relevant requirements ..................................................... 20
3.1.2. Setup for Permanent Link Test ........................................................................ 20
3.1.3. Setup for Channel Link Test ............................................................................ 20
CHAPTER 4 Preferences............................................................................ 21
4.1. Open Preferences .......................................................................................... 21
4.2. Language ..................................................................................................... 21
4.3. User Information........................................................................................... 22
4.4. Autotest Options ........................................................................................... 22
4.5. Contrast ...................................................................................................... 23
4.6. Timeout Options ........................................................................................... 23
4.7. Measurement Units ....................................................................................... 24
4.8. Talkset ........................................................................................................ 25
4.9. Date and Time .............................................................................................. 25
4.10. Restore Default ............................................................................................. 26
4.11. Clear Memory ............................................................................................... 27
4.12. Temperature ................................................................................................ 27
CHAPTER 5 Autotest ................................................................................. 28
5.1. Set Autotest Pref ......................................................................................... 29
5.2. Select Job Folder.......................................................................................... 30
5.2.1. Enable Existing Job Folder ............................................................................. 30
5.2.2. Create New Job Folder .................................................................................. 31
5.3. Set Cable Name (cable ID) ............................................................................ 33
5.3.1. Simple Cable ID ........................................................................................... 34
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5.3.2. Default Cable ID .......................................................................................... 35
5.4. Labeling Standard TIA/EIA 606-A ................................................................... 37
5.4.1. Cable Name in Format TIA/EIA 606A .............................................................. 38
5.4.2. Cable Parameter 606A Drop .......................................................................... 38
5.4.3. Cable Parameter 606A Backbone .................................................................... 39
5.4.4. Cable Parameter 606A Backbone Pair/Fiber ..................................................... 39
5.5. Select Twisted Pair Cabling............................................................................ 40
5.5.1. Specify Cable Type ....................................................................................... 41
5.5.2. Create Cable Type ........................................................................................ 41
5.5.3. Edit and Calculate NVP .................................................................................. 44
5.5.4. Enter Reference Temperature ........................................................................ 45
5.6. DualMODE™ Function for Twisted Pair Cabling ................................................. 46
5.6.1. Implement DualMODE™ ................................................................................ 46
5.7. Edit NVP Default Value of a Cable ................................................................... 47
5.8. Coaxial Cable Standards ............................................................................... 48
5.8.1. Autotest Test Series for Coaxial Cables ........................................................... 49
5.9. Calibration .................................................................................................. 50
5.9.1. Twisted Pair Cabling ..................................................................................... 50
5.9.2. Coaxial Cable ............................................................................................... 52
5.10. Perform Autotest .......................................................................................... 53
5.11. Open Job Folder of Autotest ........................................................................... 53
5.11.1. Job Options ................................................................................................. 53
5.11.2. Test Options ................................................................................................ 53
5.11.3. Copy Job Folder to USB Removable Storage .................................................... 54
5.11.4. Alien Crosstalk Measurements (AXT) ............................................................... 54
5.12. Autotest Results and Graphs .......................................................................... 54
5.12.1. Graph Formats, Layouts and Controls ............................................................. 56
CHAPTER 6 Structured Cabling Testing .................................................... 58
6.1. Test Setup for Single Test Analysis .................................................................. 58
6.2. Test Run of Single Test Analysis...................................................................... 58
6.3. Perform Single Test Analysis .......................................................................... 58
6.4. Evaluation of Analysis Test Results .................................................................. 59
6.4.1. Graphs for Analysis Tests ............................................................................... 59
6.5. Overview of Single Test Analysis ..................................................................... 59
6.6. Wiremap Test ............................................................................................... 60
6.7. Length Test .................................................................................................. 61
6.7.1. Length Test Error .......................................................................................... 61
6.8. Resistance Test............................................................................................. 61
6.8.1. Resistance Test Error ..................................................................................... 61
6.9. NEXT, ACR-F (ELFEXT) and Power Sum............................................................ 61
6.10. Power Sum NEXT, Power Sum ACR-F (ELFEXT) ................................................ 62
6.10.1. NEXT Test and ACR-F (Power Sum ELFEXT) Test Error ...................................... 63
6.11. Insertion Loss Test (Attenuation) ................................................................... 64
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6.11.1. Insertion Loss test Error ................................................................................ 64
6.12. Return Loss Test .......................................................................................... 64
6.12.1. Return Loss Test Error .................................................................................. 64
6.13. Impedance Test ........................................................................................... 65
6.13.1. Impedance Error .......................................................................................... 65
6.14. Delay and Skew Test .................................................................................... 65
6.14.1. Delay and Skew Test Error ............................................................................ 66
6.15. Capacitance Test .......................................................................................... 66
6.15.1. Capacitance Test Error .................................................................................. 66
6.16. ACR-N (ACR) Test and Power Sum ACR-N (Power Sum ACR) Test ...................... 66
6.16.1. ACR-N (ACR) Test and Power Sum ACR-N (Power Sum ACR) Test Error .............. 67
6.16.2. Troubleshooting ACR-N (ACR) Test and Power Sum ACR-N (Power Sum ACR) ..... 67
6.17. Headroom Test ............................................................................................ 67
6.17.1. Headroom Test Error .................................................................................... 67
6.18. Custom Cable Preferences and Cable Parameters ............................................. 68
6.18.1. Creating a New Customs Cable Type ............................................................... 68
6.18.2. Select Custom Cable Type ............................................................................. 69
6.18.3. Custom Cable Parameters ............................................................................. 69
CHAPTER 7 Coaxial Cable Test .................................................................. 71
7.1. Properties of Coaxial Cables ........................................................................... 71
7.2. Troubleshooting Coaxial Cables ....................................................................... 71
CHAPTER 8 Fiber Testing with FiberTEK™ FDX ......................................... 72
8.1. Safety Precautions ........................................................................................ 72
8.2. Notes on Cleaning Measuring Adapter and Patch Cord ....................................... 72
8.3. Performance Specification .............................................................................. 73
8.4. Test Setup According to Reference Method with Three Test Cords ...................... 74
8.5. Test setup According to Reference Method with One Test Cord .......................... 74
8.6. Set Autotest Pref .......................................................................................... 75
8.6.1. Selection of Module (fiber type) ...................................................................... 75
8.6.2. Determine Loss Budget .................................................................................. 75
8.7. Calibration ................................................................................................... 77
8.8. Performing Calibration ................................................................................... 77
8.9. Evaluation of Autotest Results for Fibers (LWL) ................................................. 78
8.9.1. Passed/Failed Rating ..................................................................................... 78
8.9.2. Saving Current Autotest Results ...................................................................... 78
8.9.3. Manual Saving of Autotest Results (Autosave off) .............................................. 79
8.9.4. Working with Jobs ......................................................................................... 79
8.9.5. Display of Result Details ................................................................................ 79
8.10. FiberTEK™ FDX Measuring Mode .................................................................... 79
8.10.1. Continuous Run ............................................................................................ 80
8.10.2. Power Meter Mode ........................................................................................ 81
8.10.3. Set Reference Value ..................................................................................... 81
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8.10.4. Light Source Mode ........................................................................................ 81
8.11. Application-specific Configuration of a Fiber Test .............................................. 82
8.11.1. Determine Loss Budget ................................................................................. 82
8.11.2. Select Fiber Standard and Determine Loss Budget ............................................ 83
CHAPTER 9 Tone Generator ...................................................................... 86
9.1. Tone Generator ............................................................................................. 86
9.1.1. Enable Tone Generator with Display handset (DH) ............................................. 86
9.1.2. Enable Tone Generator with Remote handset (RH) ............................................. 87
CHAPTER 10 IDEAL DataCENTER Software .............................................. 88
10.1. Installing Software ....................................................................................... 88
10.1.1. System Requirements ................................................................................... 88
10.1.2. Start Installation .......................................................................................... 88
10.2. Select Language .......................................................................................... 89
10.3. Software-Update .......................................................................................... 89
10.3.1. Retrieve Version ........................................................................................... 89
10.3.2. Perform Update ............................................................................................ 89
10.4. Databases ................................................................................................... 90
10.4.1. Create a new database ................................................................................. 90
10.4.2. Open an existing database ............................................................................ 91
10.5. Transfer job file ........................................................................................... 92
10.5.1. Upload from LanTEK
10.5.2. Import from the computer or an external data carriers (USB Flash Drive) ............ 94
10.5.3. Export job folder .......................................................................................... 95
10.5.4. Rename job folder ........................................................................................ 96
10.6. Manage Tests .............................................................................................. 97
10.6.1. Edit information ........................................................................................... 97
10.6.2. Edit tests and test records ............................................................................. 98
10.6.3. Test details .................................................................................................. 98
10.6.4. Graphs ........................................................................................................ 99
10.7. Produce and print reports ............................................................................ 100
10.7.1. Set up header and footer ............................................................................ 100
10.7.2. Define test selection. .................................................................................. 101
10.7.3. Print ......................................................................................................... 101
10.8. Online Help ............................................................................................... 102
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II Cable Certifier ............................................................ 92
CHAPTER 11 LANTEK Firmware Upgrade ............................................... 103
11.1. Perform Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................... 103
11.1.1. Using the Computer .................................................................................... 103
11.1.2. Firmware Upgrade with USB Removable Storage ............................................ 104
CHAPTER 12 Specifications ................................................................... 105
12.1. Fiber (LWL) ............................................................................................... 105
CHAPTER 13 Customer Service .............................................................. 107
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13.1. Technical Support ...................................................................................... 107
13.2. Service in the US ....................................................................................... 107
13.3. Service outside the US ................................................................................ 107
13.4. Internet .................................................................................................... 109
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CHAPTER 1
Your LanTEK®II Cable Certifier
Features
LanTEK®II-350
LanTEK®II-500
LanTEK®II-1000
Frequency range
350 MHz
500 MHz
1000 MHz
Cable specification CAT 3/ISO C,
CAT 5/ISO D, 5e/D new, 6/E
Cable specification CAT 6A/ISO E
A
Upgradeable
Cable specification ISO F, ISO FA
Upgradeable
Upgradeable
(LanTEK®II)
DualMODE™-tests
Test with patch cord
CAT 6 test storage capacity with
graphs
1700
1700
1700
USB port
Serial port (concerns only Service)
Fiber (LWL) loss and length
measurement (FiberTEK™ FDX )
Optional
Optional
Optional
Communication over fiber (LWL)
and copper (Full Duplex)
LCD-display on Remote handset
(RH)
Tone generator to determine
connection on near and remote end
Lithium-ion battery packs
The LanTEK®II Cable Certifier is designed to measure twisted pair cables (TP), coaxial cables
and fiber-optic cables (LWL) used for high-speed data transmission in communications
networks.
1.1. Technical Information
Accuracy level
IV (ETL) IV (ETL) IV (ETL)
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Your LanTEK®II Cable Certifier
1.2. Product Specifications
Standard Test Compliance
ANSI/TIA/EIA 568A, 568B, CAT 6A/6/5E/3, ISO FA/F/EA/D/C, AS/NZS 3080, IEEE 802.3
Ethernet, EN50173 – F/E/D/C
Cable Types
UTP/SCTP/FTP CAT 3/5E/6A/7 (100 Ω); Coax (50/75 Ω)
1.3. Dimensions, Weights, Operating Conditions
Dimensions:
(L) 254 mm x (W) 127 mm x (D) 53 mm
Weights:
Display handset (DH) 1180 g (incl. battery)
Remote handset (RH) 1120 g (incl. battery pack)
Battery pack 548 g
Battery Packs Display Handset (DH) and Remote Handset (RH):
Lithium-ion battery packs (Li-ion)
Operating life with Battery Pack:
18 hours under normal conditions
Charging Time:
In handset 6-8 hours
External 4 hours
Operating Temperature (min/max):
0o C to +50o C (Operate only if handset temperature is close to ambient temperature!)
Storage Temperature (min/max):
-20o C to +70o C
Relative Humidity:
5% to 90%, noncondensing
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1.4. Performance Specifications
LanTEK
®
II
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
Length (50 - 100 cable)
0 – 605 m
0.1 m
+ (3 % + 1 m)
Delay
0 - 8000 ns
1 ns/0.1 m
+ (3 % + 1 ns)
Average impedance
35 – 180
0,1
+ (3 % + 1 )
Capacitance (bulk)
0 - 100 nF
1 pF or 3
digits
+ (2 % + 20 pF)
Capacitance
0 - 333 pF/m
0.1 pF
+ (2 % +1 pF)
DC loop resistance
35 -200
0,1
+ (1 % + 2 )
Attenuation
1 MHz - 1 GHz
0.1 dB
NEXT (crosstalk)
1 MHz - 1 GHz
0.1 dB
Return loss
1 MHz - 1 GHz
0.1 dB
ELFEXT / ACR-F
1 MHz – 1 GHz
0.1 dB
ACR / ACR-N
1 MHz – 1 GHz
0.1 dB
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Level IV
Level IV
Level IV
Level IV
Level IV
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CHAPTER 2
Product Description
Controls
Description
1
On/Off
Power the Display handset (DH) on/off.
2
Dim Backlight
Dim Backlight in two stages.
3
Shift
Toggle key activities having dual functions.
4
Help / Language
Open Help Menu / Open Language Selection
5
Talk / Call RH
Activate Talkset function / call Remote Handset
(RH).
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Length / Analyze
Open Length Measurement / Open Diagnostics
Menu.
7
Wiremap / File
Open analyze function "Wiremap" / Open Job List.
2.1. The Display Handset (DH)
The Display handset (DH) ensures control of preferences and test functions during individual
cable tests.
2.1.1. Controls and Ports/Connectors
Illustration 1 2.1. The Display Handset (DH)
Front view
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Controls
Description
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Autotest
Direct execution of test run pre-programmed for
established standards.
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TFT-Display
Display of menus, test results, graphs, activity
selection and function keys.
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Function keys
F1 to F5 / F6 to F10
Select menu options displayed on screen.
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Arrow Keys / Enter
Navigate menus on TFT Display / Enter key to
activate and edit the selected menu.
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Escape
Abort and exit the current menu without making
changes.
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Alphanumeric Keys
Enter numbers, letters and special characters.
Ports/Connectors
Description
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Low-NEXT-Connector
Connect a test adapter.
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Service and Maintenance Jack
Connection for service and maintenance work.
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USB Port
Connect USB removable storage to transmit data
and to load Firmware-Updates.
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USB Device
Connect to a computer
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Talkset Jack
Connect a Talkset.
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DC Input Jack
Connect an external power supply and charge
battery pack.
Product Description
Illustration 2 2.1.1. The Display Handset (DH)
Rear and side view
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2.1.2. TFT Display
Display
Description
1
Power supply and charge
state
Indicates battery operation or external power supply and
charge state of battery pack (%).
2
Talkset indicator
Indicates whether talkset function is active.
3
Screen Title
Indicates that display handset (DH) or selected function is
ready.
4
Time and Date
Displays the time and date.
5
Field calibration
Select the field calibration.
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Preferences
Select the instrument preferences.
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Toner
Select the tone generator.
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General Help
Select the Help menu.
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Cable Type
Select or edit the cable type.
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Fiber
Select the fiber measurement.
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Analyze
Perform individual cable tests in real time.
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Instrument
Display the information on LanTEK®II Cable Certifier.
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Function Name
Displays the name of highlighted function.
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Cable ID
Select cable naming function.
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Stored Tests
Select file manager for the stored tests.
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Job Name
Display the current job name.
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Test Standard
Display the cable type selected for tests.
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Records
Number of records stored.
Ready screen appears on operational Display handset (DH).
Illustration 2.1.2. TFT Display
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Product Description
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Softkeys
Function keys
Product Description
2.1.3. Function Keys F1 to F10
Function keys F1 to F5 have dual functions (F6 to F10). Pressing down the Shift key while
simultaneously pressing one of the function keys F1 to F5 will activate the 2nd function of
the function key (example: Shift + F4 equals function F8).
2.1.4. Soft Key
Soft keys indicate possible menu options at the bottom of the screen. To select the according
option, press the corresponding Function Key (F1 - F5) below the soft key.
The example below shows the setting of Timeout options by using the soft keys at the bottom
of the screen. The Value is set by Function Keys F1 (Increase) and F2 (Decrease).
Illustration 2.1. Soft keys and function keys
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Controls
Description
1
On/Off
Power the Remote handset (RH) on/off.
2
Dim Backlight
Dim Backlight in two stages.
3
Shift
Toggle key activities having dual functions.
4
Talk / Call DH
Activate Talkset function / call Remote handset (RH).
5
Tone / Tone Mode
Power the tone generator on/off.
6
Escape
Abort and exit the current action without making
changes.
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Autotest
Start the Autotest.
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Pass LED
Test result: Passed.
Product Description
2.2. The Remote Handset (RH)
The Remote handset (RH) works with the Display handset (DH) to perform autotests or
individual real time analyze tests. The Remote handset (RH) is located at the end of the
cable link and communicates with the Display handset (DH). To perform measurements, the
Remote handset (RH) is automatically activated by the Display handset (DH).
2.2.1. Controls and Ports/Connectors
Illustration 2.2.1. The Remote Handset (RH)
Front view
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Controls
Description
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Hazard LED
Excessive line voltage (TELCO): Excessive voltage at
measurement input.
10
S/W-LCD Display
Two line alphanumeric display
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On LED
The Remote Handset is on.
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Fail LED
Test result: Fail.
Ports/Connectors
Description
13
Low-NEXT-Connector
Connect a test adapter.
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Service and Maintenance Jack
Connection for service and maintenance work.
15
USB Device
Connect to a computer for firmware updates.
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Talkset Jack
Connect a Talkset.
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DC Input Jack
Connect an external power supply and charge battery
pack.
Product Description
Illustration 1 2.2.1. The Remote Handset (RH)
Rear and side view
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CAUTION!
Only the adapter provided with the instrument shall be used. Other types of adapters may
cause damage to the tester.
NOTE:
Do not connect to AC power when testing shielded cables, as this may result in ground
loops which in turn can cause input protection warnings.
Product Description
2.3. Power Management
Both the Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset use interchangeable rechargeable lithiumion battery packs (Li-ion).
The Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handsets can be run on battery power for
approximately 18 hours. Actual battery power times depends on various factors, such as
operating time versus standby time, use of the display backlight, and ambient
temperature.
When charge state of battery drops below the required voltage, a warning appears. Tester
automatically shuts down before testing results are affected.
To save battery power, the Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset automatically power
down after a certain period of inactivity.
If the instrument will not be used for a prolonged time it is recommended that the battery
protection strips be inserted to conserve battery charge.
2.3.1. Operating the Display and Remote handset from AC Power
The Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset can also be operated from an external DC source
(AC/DC adapter). The adapters are universally applicable.
Illustration 2.3.1. Adapter for LanTEK
®
II DH and RH
When using the AC/DC adapter to power the handsets, please note that:
Both handset batteries will receive a trickle charge.
A power plug will appear in the upper left corner of the Display handset (DH).
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NOTE:
Charge time depends on charge state of battery.
Product Description
2.3.2. Battery Charging
The batteries of the Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset are charged using the adapter. It
takes approximately 6-8 hours until the batteries in the instrument are fully charged. If the
batteries are charged externally, charge time is approximately 4 hours.
During recharging, the instrument is calibrated to the corresponding battery. This ensures an
accurate indication of the charge state at all times.
When the battery is removed, the Display handset (DH) data and preferences are preserved
in the flash ROM by a coin cell lithium battery.
2.4. Talkset
The LanTEK®II Cable Certifier is designed for use with a talkset. This function allows
communication between the Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset through an externally
attached microphone/headset. For this purpose, the Display (DH) and Remote (RH) handset
must be connected to the test adapters through a cable.
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CHAPTER 3
Basics of the Cable Test
3.1. Testing of cables and relevant requirements
The following sections describe typical setup for permanent link and channel link testing.
Illustration 3.1. Illustration of test setup
The area marked with P indicates the typical test setup of a Permanent Link.
The area marked with C indicates the typical test setup of a Channel Link.
3.1.2. Setup for Permanent Link Test
The standards ANSI, EIA, TIA and ISO all differentiate between permanent link and channel
link on specifications for testing of communication networks. A permanent link consists of up
to 90 meters of horizontal cabling. (Maximum length limit applies to TIA standards only.) The
permanent link shown above serves to certify the installation of the horizontal cabling before
network connection and user hook-up. Adapters, patch cords and jumpers are excluded from
testing.
3.1.3. Setup for Channel Link Test
A channel link includes all components of a cabling system. It consists of up to 90 meters
horizontal cabling, including patch cords, jumpers, and test adapters at each cable end. The
channel link shown above serves to certify the network installation, including the horizontal
cable line and patch cord.
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CHAPTER 4
Preferences
Chinese
Korean
Czech
Norwegian
Dutch
Polish
English
Portuguese
French
Russian
German
Spanish
Italian
Most instrument configurations are set by using the "Preferences" menu.
4.1. Open Preferences
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Preferences" and press Enter.
Illustration 1 4.1. Open Preferences
Next, the instrument preferences can be set by using the listed menus.
Illustration 2 4.1. Preference Selection
4.2. Language
Menu navigation of LanTEK®II Cable Certifier is available in the following languages:
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1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Language" menu and press Enter. Alternatively,
open menu by using the Shift + Help / Language keys.
Illustration 4.2. Language
2. Use soft keys to select the desired language.
3. Press Enter to save the information entered. Escape allows you to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.3. User Information
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This menu can be used to provide information on assigned Technician, Company and
Contractor.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "User Information" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.3. User Information
2. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to desired option Name, Company or Contractor.
3. Use Alphanumeric Keys to enter the desired information.
4. Make corrections to entries by using the soft keys (delete at cursor
position), (delete characters to the left of cursor), /
(insert alphanumeric characters at cursor position / overwrite highlighted entry).
5. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.4. Autotest Options
Use this menu to set Autotest options.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Autotest Options" menu and press Enter.
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2. Use Arrow keys to select the desired option.
Backlight
1 minute
Tester
30 minutes
3. Use soft key to activate or deactivate the selected option. An activated
option is indicated by the green box.
4. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.5. Contrast
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Illustration 4.4. Autotest Options
Use this menu to set Dim Backlight on screen.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Contrast" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.5. Contrast
2. Use soft keys to set backlight intensity.
3. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.6. Timeout Options
Use this menu to set the time after which backlight automatically dims and the LanTEK®II
Cable Certifier automatically shuts down when tester is not in use.
Default settings:
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1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Timeout Options" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.6. Timeout Options
2. Use Arrow keys to select the desired option.
3. Use soft keys to set the desired value.
4. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.7. Measurement Units
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Use this menu to specify the measurement unit for length measurements ft or m (foot or
meter). The default setting depends on the language selected.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Measurement Units" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.7. Measurement Units
2. Use soft key / (foot / meter) to select the desired unit.
3. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
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Preferences
4.8. Talkset
Use this menu to set signal strength of tone generator, volume of internal speaker and
volume of talkset. Also use this menu to change the talkset mode.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Talkset" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.8. Talkset
2. Use Arrow Keys to select the desired option.
3. On options Toner Volume, Speaker Volume or Talkset Volume, use soft keys
to set signal strength and volume.
4. On option Talkset, use soft key / to select desired setting.
5. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.9. Date and Time
Accurate date and time settings are important for the reliable identification of records and
test reports.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Date and Time" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.9. Date and Time
2. Use soft key / to set the desired Time format.
3. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to option Time.
4. Use Alphanumeric Keys to enter the time.
5. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to option Date Format.
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6. Use soft keys to select the desired format MDY (month/day/year),
DMY (day/month/year) or YMD (year/month/day).
7. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to option Date.
8. Use Alphanumeric Keys to enter the date.
9. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to option Date/Time Display.
10. Use soft key / to select the desired setting.
11. Press Enter to save the information entered. Press Escape to exit the menu
without making changes.
4.10. Restore Default
Use this menu to reset all tester settings to their factory defaults. Using this option will
not delete stored tests.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Restore Defaults" menu and press Enter.
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Illustration 4.10. Restore Defaults
2. Use the soft key to accept default settings.
3. Use the soft key to exit the screen without making changes.
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4.11. Clear Memory
CAUTION!
When using the "Clear Memory" menu, the records cannot be restored. This will
permanently delete all stored tests.
Use this menu to clear all records from the tester memory at one time.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to Clear Memory menu and press Enter.
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Illustration 4.11. Clear Memory
2. Use the soft key to clear the memory of the Cable Certifier.
3. Use the soft key to exit the screen without making changes.
4.12. Temperature
Use this menu to select the required temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
1. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to "Temperature" menu and press Enter.
Illustration 4.12. Temperature
2. Use the soft keys to select the desired temperature.
3. Press Enter to save the information entered. Escape allows you to exit the menu
without making changes.
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CHAPTER 5
Autotest
NOTE:
If during the last 7 days no calibration has been performed on the identified Remote
handset (RH), the Autotest is cancelled and the user receives a message that a field
calibration is required.
Using Autotest, the installation can be measured and tested in a simple and fast way. After
pressing the AUTOTEST key, LanTEK®II Cable Tester automatically performs a number of
pre-programmed single tests. Autotest can be enabled from the Display (DH) or Remote (RH)
handset.
Selection of single tests from the test series depends on the type of cabling to be tested.
Specification of the test series is based on approved or recommended standards, as well as
specific parameters.
After the test series is completed, LanTEK®II Cable Tester displays an overall passed/failed
result, as well as the individual passed/failed results.
Preferences on Display handset (DH)
Set Autotest Pref.
Select job folder.
Set cable name (cable ID).
Select cable type.
Connections
Separate cable line to be tested from all network components.
Using suitable patch cords, connect the Display handset (DH) to one end of the cable line
(link), and the Remote handset (RH) to the opposite end of the cable line (link).
Test run
By pressing the AUTOTEST key, the test procedures described below are initiated:
First, the Display handset (DH) attempts to establish a connection to the Remote handset
(RH) via a correctly connected wire pair. If connection cannot be established, the Display
handset (DH) will show the message "Searching for Remote (RH). The search is continued
until the Autotest is manually cancelled or the Remote handset (RH) is located.
After connection to the Remote handset (RH) has been successfully established, its serial
number is read out to check if current configuration data are available.
Display handset (DH) continues the Autotest if serial number is valid. Most Autotests start
with the Wiremap test for twisted pair cables.
Following the Wiremap test, the other single tests that have been defined for the currently
selected cable type are performed.
After completion of Autotest, all test data can be displayed, saved and printed.
The test results of the last Autotest are stored in the non-volatile memory and remain
available for viewing even after the LanTEK®II Cable Tester is powered on or powered
down.
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Overall Autotest Result
The overall Autotest receives a passing grade if all single tests have been passed or
passed*.
The overall Autotest receives a failing grade if at least one single test has failed or
failed*.
Autotest Pref
Description
Simple cable ID
Assign name to cable line and set/reset meter reading of tests. The name
can be assigned as simple cable ID or double cable ID (Cable From/Cable
To).
NOTE:
If Simple Cable ID is not enabled, the cable name assigned will be
the default cable ID. In addition to cable name and test meter, an
initial value and a final value can be set, and the way of counting
can be specified.
Stop on Fail
The Autotest is stopped after the first failed test.
Autosave
The LanTEK®II Cable Tester automatically names and saves all results of
passed Autotests in the current job folder.
Auto Increment
The test meter for the cable ID is automatically advanced after each
Autotest.
Autotest
The test results of the last Autotest remain in the non-volatile memory until they are
overwritten by new test results, the memory is deleted or an analysis test is conducted.
Overall Passed/Failed Result
The overall result of Autotest is displayed after test series is completed.
5.1. Set Autotest Pref
1. Open "Preferences" on start screen.
2. In "Preferences" open Autotest Pref.
3. Use Arrow Keys to navigate to the according Autotest Pref. Use soft key
to enable or disable the selected Autotest Pref. Enabled Autotest Pref are indicated
by green boxes.
Illustration 5.1. Autotest Pref
4. Press Enter to save the information entered. Escape allows you to exit the menu
without making changes.
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