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Error 

The “Error” message appears in the lower right corner of the LCD display screen under 
the following circumstances:  

  Calibration results in an invalid NVP value outside of the 20 to 99.9 NVP value 

range.  

  SSTDR reflection was not detected due to a properly terminated cable or excess 

signal loss.  

Note: Refer to the Using Calibration Mode and Using Test Mode sections for trouble-

shooting the “Error” message when using either of these modes.    

Keypad 

 

The FaultChaser is equipped with seven buttons, illustrated in Figure 3. Four buttons, 
appearing in the top two rows of the keypad, are used with Test and Tone Modes. Two 
Up/Down buttons are used to edit. One button is used to power the unit On/Off. The 
button functions are explained in Table 8.  

 

 

 

Figure 3

. Keypad 

 

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Summary of Contents for FaultChaser

Page 1: ...ry wire in your data power or communications video system up to 3 000 ft Memory Holds up to two different NVP values for multiple cable tests Calibration Ability to calibrate NVP for any known cable l...

Page 2: ...orage 10 Tone Mode 10 Calibration Mode 10 Cable Faults 13 Battery Life Indicator 103 Voltage Detected Warning 103 Error 103 Keypad 14 Operations 16 Turning the Unit On Off 16 Automatic Power Down 16 C...

Page 3: ...tomer Service 28 Contacting LiveWire Innovation 28 Additional Accessories 28 Warranty Information 29 Product Registration 29 Disposal 29 Returns 29 Specifications 30 Appendix A 32 3 Patents Intellectu...

Page 4: ...d Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry SSTDR Symbols and Icons The following symbols are used throughout the manual or in the display screen of the FaultChaser to help you avoid personal injury and pote...

Page 5: ...ed of light Safety Extra Low Voltage SELV A rating determined by the International Electrotechnical Commission that defines safe voltage standards when using electronic devices SELV is 60 Volts for DC...

Page 6: ...bling systems with or without voltage The Voltage Icon turns on when the voltage exceeds Safety Extra Low Voltage SELV rating of 60 Volts peak AC or DC Internal components are protected up to 400 Volt...

Page 7: ...onal Accessories section for a listing of additional products that can help make testing easier Table 4 FaultChaser Equipment and Accessories Accessory Product Number Description LW AD001 F connector...

Page 8: ...t or meters Easy to Operate Extra large seven segment back lit LCD screen with icons that clearly display test results Tests any copper cable including data voice video lamp wire and Romex cables Disc...

Page 9: ...r F Connector One F Connector is located at the top of the FaultChaser The connector enables you to test and measure single cables Note Additional accessories are provided with your purchase of the Fa...

Page 10: ...creen Test Mode When the TEST button is pressed the measured cable length in units of feet or meters appears at the top of the LCD display screen The following values and icons display in the screen w...

Page 11: ...able Length The cable length displayed in feet or meters appears in the upper right corner of the display screen When a cable is not attached to the FaultChaser the length will read 0 Note Refer to th...

Page 12: ...r meters in the top row of the LCD display screen Adjustment Indicators The adjustment indicator icon denoted by two Up Down arrows indicates that cable length can be adjusted while in Calibration Mod...

Page 13: ...ay screen to demonstrate the approximate remaining battery life A new battery shows three bars The number of bars decreases as the battery is nearing depletion The icon begins to flash at 4 volts when...

Page 14: ...excess signal loss Note Refer to the Using Calibration Mode and Using Test Mode sections for trouble shooting the Error message when using either of these modes Keypad The FaultChaser is equipped with...

Page 15: ...asurement feet and meters Test The Test button initiates length testing on the connected cable A short press runs a single test on demand A long press two seconds of the button starts continuous testi...

Page 16: ...y runs a length test when powered ON Turn Unit Off Press and hold down the POWER button for two seconds to turn the unit OFF The display screen goes blank Automatic Power Down The FaultChaser automati...

Page 17: ...oints The Voltage Icon appears when the voltage surpasses SELV rating of 60 volts peak AC or DC It is not recommended to operate the FaultChaser on cable systems exceeding a voltage value of 60 volts...

Page 18: ...ast saved in the selected location The adjustment indicator icon appears in the screen indicating NVP is editable The cable length calculated during the last test Figure 4 LCD Display Screen in Memory...

Page 19: ...haser Refer to Appendix A for an extended listing of NVP values Calibrate the NVP value if the length of the cable is known Refer to the Using Calibration Mode section for instructions on calculating...

Page 20: ...tected a dynamic voltage warning displays until the unit is disconnected from the voltage source 1 Connect a cable to the FaultChaser Use connection accessories according to the type of cable you are...

Page 21: ...increase cable length in 50 ft or 20 m increments according to the unit of measurement selected feet or meters Note Once the maximum length 1 000 ft or 300 m is reached through use of the CAL button a...

Page 22: ...essage blinks at the bottom of the LCD display screen see Figure 7 The unit recalls the last calculated NVP value The FaultChaser exits Calibration Mode and enters Test mode The last cable result disp...

Page 23: ...ssories according to the type of cable you are testing Note Connection to the cable should be as short as possible to minimize the impedance discontinuity at the cable attachment point Otherwise The F...

Page 24: ...Display Screen in Test Mode Note If the test is unable to determine a valid result four dashes appear in place of the measured cable length reading and the Error message flashes see Figure 9 The follo...

Page 25: ...ng the NVP value 4 Press and hold down the TEST button for two seconds to run a continuous test The following values and icons appear in the LCD display screen see Figure 10 The LOOP icon flashes once...

Page 26: ...the type of cable you are testing 2 Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON 3 Press the TONE button The LCD display screen updates with the following symbols and icons see Figure 11 Two musical not...

Page 27: ...the battery door Doing so can damage the test unit Cleaning Use a damp clean cloth to clean the test unit Disconnect all cables from the FaultChaser prior to cleaning Failing to do so can damage the u...

Page 28: ...801 293 8300 Email support livewireinnovation com Address LiveWire Innovation 10288 South Jordan Gateway Ste A South Jordan UT 84095 USA Additional Accessories The list of accessories below see Table...

Page 29: ...vation for proper disposal options Returns You must first request a Return Materials Authorization number and receiving shipping instructions by contacting the Customer Service Department at 855 346 3...

Page 30: ...surement continues while warning is displayed Measurement Method Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry SSTDR NVP VOP Range 20 0 to 99 9 NVP Accuracy Range Controlled Impedance Cables 1 ft length 5...

Page 31: ...es Standby 4 years Active 15 hours average Battery Low Level Approximately 4 volts Operating Environment Operating temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage temperature 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity...

Page 32: ...Coaxial Cables RG58 65 4 64 5 66 4 RG59 83 9 83 0 85 0 RG6U 84 6 83 5 85 5 RG6 Quad Shield 84 9 84 0 86 0 Phone Cables CAT3 4 Pair 67 3 65 5 68 0 CAT3 3 Pair CMX 67 5 66 5 68 1 24 25 Pair CAT3 64 63 0...

Page 33: ...Uncoiled 68 4 67 8 69 0 14 2 Romex Coiled 66 4 65 0 68 6 14 2 Romex Uncoiled 71 9 71 0 73 0 14 3 Romex Coiled 64 8 64 0 65 5 14 3 Romex Uncoiled 68 6 67 5 69 5 Security Cables 12 2 Fire PLN 59 9 59 0...

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Page 36: ...n and customer support please visit livewireinnovation com or send an email to support livewireinnovation com Contact Numbers Toll Free 1 855 346 3358 Local 801 293 8300 Address LiveWire Innovation 10...

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