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SCAN-LAN 80 CABLE SCANNER
3. Cable Tests
3.1 Autotest
The Autotest function will be the mode used most
frequently when testing LAN cabling. Included with
Autotest are all the necessary measurements to test
the cable type you have selected. Simply select
Autotest mode, set the cable type, and plug in the
cable to be tested. Any problems encountered will
be reported on the Scan-LAN 80’s display.
NOTE
The accuracy of cable-length measurements depends upon
the NVP value entered for the selected cable type. Although
the preset values will give reasonably accurate readings in
most cases, the NVP of your cable can be measured to
achieve maximum accuracy. See Chapter 5.
3.1.1 C
ABLE
T
YPE
S
ELECTION
The correct cable type must be selected before
performing any tests.
The Scan-LAN 80 is programmed with six preset
cable types. See
Appendix A
for more information.
