How to Do Tests on Patch Cords
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How to Do the Patch Cord Test
Note
For DSX-PC6A adapters: Typically, you can move an RJ45 plug
slightly in or out of the jack even when the latch engages.
For Cat 6
A
patch cords, the two positions can give slightly
different results for a patch cord test. To help ensure
consistent results, specify in your test procedure whether the
cords must be pushed in completely or pulled back.
1
Connect the patch cord to the main and remote testers, as shown in Figure 1.
2
Turn on both testers, then tap
TEST
on the main tester or press
on the
main or remote tester.
Note
The main tester will not turn on a remote tester when they
are connected through patch cord adapters.
C01.EPS
Figure 1. Patch Cord Test Connections
DSX-P
C
6
CAT
6
PATCH CORD AD
APTER
DSX-P
C
6
CAT
6
PATCH CORD AD
APTER
DSX main tester with
DSX-PCxx patch cord
adapter
DSX remote tester with
DSX-PCxx patch cord
adapter
Patch cord under test
W
Caution
To help ensure accurate test results,
do not bend the patch cord during
the test.
