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Table of Contents
Title
Page
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1
Unpacking ......................................................................................................... 1
Contacting Fluke Networks.............................................................................. 2
Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information..................................... 2
DTX Software Requirements............................................................................ 3
Characterizing the Adapters' Performance .................................................... 3
Testing Patch Cords .......................................................................................... 4
Testing Cat 5e Patch Cords .......................................................................... 4
Setting Up the Tester ................................................................................... 4
Running the Patch Cord Test....................................................................... 4
Patch Cord Test Results .................................................................................... 5
Why Patch Cords Fail.................................................................................... 5
Wire Map Failures .................................................................................... 6
Return Loss Failures ................................................................................. 6
NEXT Failures............................................................................................ 7
Fault Information for Long Patch Cords ..................................................... 7
Mechanical Stress Tests for Patch Cords.......................................................... 8
Replacing the Adapter's Jacks ......................................................................... 8
When to Replace Jacks................................................................................. 8
Replacing the Jacks ...................................................................................... 8
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................ 9
Specifications .................................................................................................... 10
DTX CableAnalyzer Measurement Accuracy .............................................. 10
Patch Cord Test Configuration Measurement Accuracy............................ 10
Appendix A: Characterizing and Testing the Adapters’ Performance.......... A-1
Appendix B: Pre-Qualifying Patch Cord Plugs ............................................... B-1
Appendix C: Patch Cord Performance Requirements.................................... C-1
