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TS42DLX Deluxe Test Set
Users Guide

Safety Information

The following IEC symbols are used either on the test 
set or in the manual:

WX

Warning

Do not use the test set if it is damaged. 
Before you use the test set, inspect the case. 
Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay 
particular attention to the insulation 
surrounding the connectors. 

If this product is used in a manner not 
specified by the manufacturer, the 
protection provided by the product may be 
impaired.

Design Features

Design features of the TS42DLX Deluxe Test Set 
include:

DataSafe

TM

 in Monitor Mode

High Impedance Monitor

High Voltage Protection

Last Number Redial up to 23 digits

Microphone Mute

PBX Pause Key

Continuous Polarity Indication in Talk Mode

Two-Way Speakerphone

Receive-Only Loud Speaker

Speed Dialing for ten 23 digit numbers 

Tone and Pulse Dialing

Hook Flash

Line Voltage Test

Low Loop Current Test

Low Battery Indication

Relocatable Belt Clip Either End

Field Replaceable Belt Clip

Field Replaceable Battery

Field Replaceable Line Cord

Weatherproof Case

High Voltage Lockout in Talk Mode

Software Upgradable

Physical Characteristics

Housing

See Figure 1.

The TS42DLX Deluxe Test Set housing is made of high-
impact plastic. The test set provides rugged service and 
withstand the rough handling and shocks normally 
associated with field use. The housing permits 
operation in bad weather, such as heavy rain and dust 
storms.

Belt Clips

See Figure 1.

The belt clip may be attached at either or both ends of 
the housing. It has a spring-loaded, locking clip that 
assures a secure connection to belt loops and D-rings. 
Both forward folding and backwards folding versions 
of the belt clip may be installed on the test set. The test 
set can be hung by the belt clip in one of two ways: (1) 
with keypad and speakerphone facing the user for 
convenient access or (2) with the transmitter facing the 
user.

The belt clips may be replaced or relocated in the field. 
See “Replacing or Relocating the Belt Clip” on page 15.

W

Warning: Risk of personal injury. See the 
manual for details.

Caution: Risk of damage or destruction to 
equipment or software. See the manual for 
details.

X

Warning: Risk of electric shock.

.

Earth ground

~

Do not put products containing circuit 
boards into the garbage. Dispose of circuits 
boards in accordance with local 
regulations.

Summary of Contents for TS 42DLX

Page 1: ...TS 42DLX Deluxe Test Set Users Guide PN 2460934 October 2005 2005 Fluke Corporation All rights reserved Printed in China All product names are trademarks of their respective companies...

Page 2: ...or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke Networks authorized service center within the warranty period To obtain warranty service contact your nearest Fluke Networks authori...

Page 3: ...ing the Test Set in Talk Mode 9 Originating a Call 9 Disconnecting a Call 9 Answering a Call 9 Ground Start 9 Data Safe Practices 10 High Voltage Lockout Operation 10 Configuring Your Test Set 10 Last...

Page 4: ...Set Users Guide ii Maintenance 14 Replacing the Battery 14 Replacing or Relocating the Belt Clip 15 Replacing the Line Cord 15 Removing the Old Line Cord 15 Installing a New Line Cord 16 Accessories 1...

Page 5: ...ities as voice services It is not always easy to tell the difference between data and voice services The TS42DLX Deluxe Test Set incorporates unique patented circuitry that prevents disruption of digi...

Page 6: ...ckout in Talk Mode Software Upgradable Physical Characteristics Housing See Figure 1 The TS42DLX Deluxe Test Set housing is made of high impact plastic The test set provides rugged service and withsta...

Page 7: ...be restricted by local laws The test sets battery compartment makes battery replacement easy See Replacing the Battery on page 14 Note If the test set fails to operate properly first replace the batt...

Page 8: ...circuit in the test set The battery lasts longer if the speaker is used in moderation Audio Controls See Figure 2 The three audio control keys are located on the inside handle of the test set between...

Page 9: ...the MUTE LED will flash VOL Volume Pressing the VOL key switches the sound level of the test set s active receiver between normal and high volume This is true in Monitor mode as well as Talk mode The...

Page 10: ...Dialing Numbers on page 11 FLASH Hook Flash key The FLASH key is used to interrupt loop current for a timed duration The FLASH key only operates when the test set is off hook When pressed the FLASH k...

Page 11: ...ED corresponding to the line polarity will flash for 5 seconds If the loop current is normal the LED will light solid Low loop current may indicate a problem on the line Light Emitting Diodes LEDs All...

Page 12: ...n puts the test set into Monitor mode Using the Test Set in Monitor Mode While in Monitor mode the test set is always on hook The test set draws no direct current from the line and it transmits no sig...

Page 13: ...h to T 6 If talk battery is present the test set will go off hook and draw dial tone Note The test set will not go off hook if the line voltage exceeds 140 V 7 Dial the desired number Disconnecting a...

Page 14: ...ng off hook on a line carrying a high DC voltage can damage the power supply feeding the line To prevent this from occurring the TS42DLX Deluxe provides an automatic high voltage lockout function When...

Page 15: ...red memory location The test set gives a confirmation tone Storing a Number You are Calling 1 Connect the test set to a working telephone line set the TALK MONITOR switch to TALK and receive dial tone...

Page 16: ...e for the second dial tone to be returned The pause duration can be programmed To change the PBX Pause duration 1 Set the Talk Monitor switch to M 2 Press the STORE PROG key 3 Press the PAUSE key 4 Pr...

Page 17: ...volume set to low it draws very little current from the battery The speaker timeout duration is programmable while on hook and 240 minutes 4 hours while off hook The off hook timeout cannot be changed...

Page 18: ...good 9 V alkaline or lithium battery or the test set will not operate properly 1 Disconnect the test set from the line and place on a flat work surface with battery cover up Note Battery cover screws...

Page 19: ...d can be replaced by the user To order a replacement line cord contact your local Fluke Networks authorized distributor See Accessories on page 17 for line cord model numbers WWarning Read all instruc...

Page 20: ...ide of the screw lugs is up see Figure 9 and that the line cord screw lugs are flush against the circuit board Note Do not over tighten screws Over tightening will strip the plastic 2 Fasten the red w...

Page 21: ...order accessories contact your local Fluke Networks distributor Description Fluke Networks Model Number Belt clip lockable both ends P4080248 Belt clip non lockable both ends P4080249 Standard Line Co...

Page 22: ...ories plus one last number redial memory Digit Capacity 23 digits per memory PBX Pause Duration User programmable default of 4 seconds Hook Flash Duration User programmable default of 600 ms Automatic...

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