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cONTENTS
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Model 10 Signal Generator
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User Guide
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Model 15 Probe
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RJ-45 Patch Cable
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Red/Black Alligator Test Leads
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Carrying Case (CTK1015 Kit Only)
baTTERY
The CableTracker Model 10 Signal Generator and Model 15 Probe require
one 9 volt alkaline battery each. Remove the battery cover at the back of the
unit, connect the battery to the battery snap cable, insert the battery in the
battery well and replace the battery cover.
OVERVIEW
The CableTracker Network ID Kit uses two different techniques to identify
network cables and terminations. The Model 10 Signal Generator transmits
a trace tone on the cable that is detected with the Model 15 Probe. When
the Probe is near the correct cable pair or punchdown it indicates detection
by emitting an audible signal at the frequency and with the same pattern
that is selected on the Signal Generator. The Model 10 Signal Generator will
identify the port connection on a switch or hub by transmitting Link pulses to
the device. The Link light for the connected port blinks at a rate similar to the
transmitted Link pulse.
cONNEcTION
Connect the Model 10 Signal Generator to an unterminated cable pair
using the red and black test leads or to a wall outlet using the RJ-45 patch
cable. The Model 10 transmits tone signals through the the test leads or the
RJ-45 jack. Link pulses for Port Identification are only transmitted through the
RJ-45 jack. An RJ-11 patch cable can be connected to the RJ-45 jack and
the tone is transmitted on pair 4,5.
OPERaTION
The Model 10 Signal Generator features one button operation. Each press
of the TEST button advances the operating mode of the unit. The modes are
selected in the following order:
1. Low Frequency Tone Pattern 1
2. Low Frequency Tone Pattern 2
3. High Frequency Tone Pattern 1
4. High Frequency Tone Pattern 2
5. Link Light Pattern 1
6. Link Light Pattern 2
7. Link Light Pattern 3
8. Short Circuit Detection Test
9. Off
cablE TRacING
Connect the Model 10 Signal Generator to a cable or outlet, select either
“LoTone” or “HiTone” and turn on the Model 15 Probe by pressing and
holding the button. Place the probe tip near the cable or termination to be
identified and the Probe emits an audible signal. The audible signal is loudest
when the Probe is near the correct cable or termination point. The volume
can be adjusted by rotating the thumbwheel located above the button. A
red light from the light pipe indicates that the unit is on and the battery has
adequate voltage.
