Understanding WireXpert
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Part
Functionality
Probe interface
connector
When connected with different probe adapters (e.g. CAT6A channel or
Permanent Link), WireXpert will enable specified certification test to be
conducted.
Battery compartment
Battery storage compartment. Unscrew to replace battery
(WX_AC_BAT1).
3.2
Dual Control System (DCS)
WireXpert consists of two identical devices, LOCAL and REMOTE, for dual-end testing and certification.
Both devices utilize easy to use LCD touch-screen technology and graphical user interface. The DCS
ensures the same graphical data on the LOCAL units are received on the REMOTE unit real-time,
improving efficiency and productivity significantly as test data and settings can be viewed from REMOTE
and LOCAL side.
In the event of a wire map failure, the DCS will enable the operator on the far-end to visually identify
which pair of wires is causing the error, instead of just a LED indication on traditional testers.
Traditional tester with single display screen, usually
on LOCAL unit only
WireXpert with LCD screens display on both LOCAL
and REMOTE units
3.3
WireXpert Adapters
All test adapters are designed to fit onto every WireXpert units. The device automatically detects
adapters when connected and prompts to change in the matching interface depending on the type of
adapter. Press the
[SETUP]
button
Quick Setup
to change the test limit using generic configurations.
3.3.1
Permanent Link (PL) and Channel (Ch) Adapters
Every standard WireXpert kit includes adapters for testing copper cablings in Permanent Link and
Channel configurations.
Channel adapters connect to the patch cords at the wall plates and telecommunication panels.
WireXpert software compensates for the adapter’s transmission characteristics to ensure test results’
accuracy.
Permanent Link adapters connect to the wall plates and telecommunication panel jacks. WireXpert
software compensates for the adapter’s transmission characteristics to ensure test results will not be
affected.
WireXpert’s Permanent Link adapters’ high precision interface reduces the degrading issue between the
RJ-45 jack and link cord, providing highly accurate and repeatable measurements, and cost-efficient
method of replacing the link cords instead of the expensive link adapters.
3.3.2
Adapter Configuration Warnings
WireXpert will display a warning a potential conflict is detected between the adapter and the test
settings. It is important to use the appropriate adapters as accuracy of measurements will be affected.
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