Klein Tools VDV501828 User Manual
Instruction
Manual
VDV
CommanderTM
VDV501-097
ENGLISH
• TESTS
CABLES
• MEASURES
CABLE LENGTH
WITH TDR
• DETECTS
FAULTS
• DETECTS AND
MEASURES PoE
• LOCATES AND
IDENTIFIES CABLES
• TESTS ACTIVE NETWORK
• SAVE AND PRINT REPORTS
ENGLISH
VDV Commander
™
Instruction Manual
FEATURES
The Klein Tools VDV Commander™ is a full-featured
voice/data/video cable tester which includes cable length
measurement, the ability to detect and/or identify PoE, link
status and link capability – all in one product.
• Tests Cables
• Measures Cable Length with TDR
• Detects Faults
• Detects and measures PoE
• Locates and Identifies & Cables
• Tests Active Network
• Reporting
• Link Light
• Cable Identification (up to 20 locations)
• Shield Detection
• Voltage Warning
• Low Battery Indicator
• Multiple-Style Tone Generator
• Color LCD Display
• Multiple Languages
• Imperial and Metric Results
• Auto Power Off
• Customizable Setup
• USB Interface
• Upgradeable Firmware
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Dimensions: 6.8" L x 3.6" W x 1.85" D
(173 mm L x 91 mm W x 47 mm D)
• Weight:
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
• Storage Temperature: -22°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C)
• Humidity: 10% to 90%, non-condensing
• Altitude: 10,000 ft (3,048 m) operating
• Voltage:
• Voltage Warning: At maximum Safety Extra Low Voltage
• Battery Life: 6 x AA alkaline batteries
• Enclosure: High-strength PC/ABS plastic with UL94, V0
• Drop Protection: 4 ft. (1.2 m)
• Languages: English, Spanish, French
• Measurement Method: Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)
• Cable Measurements:
• Remote support:
• Power over Ethernet:
(at class 4) Identifies Mode A or B (pairs with PoE)
• Active Ethernet: Indicates advertised speeds of
• Tone Generation:
• Test Memory Storage:
• Safety Compliance: CE
• Disposal Compliance: WEEE
18 oz. (510 g) with batteries
• RJ Jack: 66V DC or 55V AC
• F-Connector: 50V DC or AC
limits (60V peak AC or DC). Measurement continues while
warning is displayed.
• Standby: 10 years
• Active: 20 hours (average)
rating with boot.
• Cable Testing and ID: up to 1,000 ft (305 m)
• Split Pair Detection: 3 ft. (1 m) to 1,000 ft. (305 m)
• Length: 0 to 1,500 ft (457 m), ± 5% and 1 ft. (0.3 m)
Supports 8 Test-n-MapTM ID remotes (RJ11/12/45)
Supports 20 RJ-45 and 20 F-Connector ID only remotes
Tests for IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (PoE Plus) compliant PoE
Tests for classes and loads cable up to 25.5 watts
10/100/1000base-t half or full duplex. Can link to network
at 10/100base-t
Tone frequencies: 730 Hz and 1440 Hz
Stores up to 256 cable or network
tests with user defined names.
WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow
instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in
severe injury or death.
The VDV Commander is designed for use on cabling systems
Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)
with
• Do NOT use the VDV Commander when the Voltage! icon
is present. The Voltage! icon turns on when the voltage
exceeds Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) rating of 60 Volts
peak AC or DC. Operating the VDV Commander when a
voltage source exceeds 60 Volts peak AC or DC may pose
a safety hazard for the user.
SYMBOLS:
WARNING: Potential for personal injury.
Caution: Potential for damage or destruction to equipment.
Always wear approved eye protection.
Do NOT use on energized circuits.
Conformité Européenne. Conforms with
European Economic Area directives.
This symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories
shall be subject to a separate collection and correct disposal.
or without voltage.
ENGLISH
"Back"
Button
"Arrow"
Buttons
OVERVIEW
Full-color
LCD Display
Function Buttons
perform the
function on the
display above
each button
"Test" Button
"Enter" Button
"On/Off" Button
Coax
Connector
Description
VDV Commander
Tester
PROBEplus Tone
Tracing Probe
CoaxMap + LanMap
Starter Set ID
Remotes (1-5)
LanMap ID
Remotes (1-20)
CoaxMap ID
Remotes (1-20)
VDV Test-n-Map
ID Remote #1
Test Cable Micro USB to
USB A
Test Cable Universal
RJ12 Jumper, 9"
USB
Port
ACCESSORIES
VDV501-097
RJ45
Jack
Starter
VDV501-829
Test & Tone
Kit
Kit
Test Cable RJ45 Jumper, 9"
Coax Adapter Barrel, F-F, Female
AA Batteries (6)
9-Volt Battery (1)
VDV Commander
Carrying Case
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