Fluke DTX-PC S Series, User Manual

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Contents
Title Page
Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 1
Unpacking .............................................................................................................................. 1
DTX-PC5ES ...................................................................................................................1
DTX-PC6S ..................................................................................................................... 1
DTX-PC6AS .................................................................................................................. 1
Contacting Fluke Networks ................................................................................................... 2
Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information .......................................................... 2
Safety Information ................................................................................................................ 3
DTX Software Requirements ................................................................................................. 3
Characterizing the Performance of the Adapters ............................................................... 3
How to Test Patch Cords .......................................................................................................4
How to Set Up the Tester ................................................................................................ 4
How to Run the Patch Cord Test ..................................................................................... 4
Patch Cord Test Results ......................................................................................................... 5
Why Patch Cords Fail ........................................................................................................ 6
Wire Map Failures ....................................................................................................... 6
Return Loss Failures .................................................................................................... 6
NEXT Failures .............................................................................................................. 7
Fault Information for Long Patch Cords ......................................................................... 8
Mechanical Stress Tests for Patch Cords ............................................................................... 8
Replacing the Jacks in the Adapters ..................................................................................... 8
When to Replace the Jacks .............................................................................................. 8
How to Order Replacement Jacks ................................................................................... 9
How to Replace the Jacks ................................................................................................ 9
Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 10
Appendix A : How to Characterize and Test the Performance of the Adapters ................ 11