ACT DX 240 Network Cable Tester Instruction Manual

ACT DX 240 Network Cable Tester

DX 240 Network Cable Tester

Product Information

• Displays the actual pin configuration of 10BASE-T and 10BASE-2 Ethernet, RJ45/RJ11 modular, 258A, TIA-568A/568B and Token Ring cables
• Provides easy to read continuity and fault status
• Checks continuity, open wire, shorted pair and crossed pair faults
• Allows remote testing of installed cables from wall jack or patch panel
• Tests shield wire integrity
• Auto or manual scanning modes
• Battery operated with a 9V battery compartment

Product Usage Instructions

10Base-T Test

1. Plug one end of the tested cable into the transmitting RJ45 jack on the master unit marked with a ‘1’ and the other end of the cable into the receiving RJ45 jack.
2. Slide power switch on. The upper row of LEDs will start to scan in sequence if the Auto/Manual button is set on Auto mode. The LED for pin 1 will light up if the button is in Manual mode.
3. Switch back and forth from Auto or Manual scanning mode by pressing the Auto/Manual button on the side of the master testing unit.
4. Once both ends of the cable are plugged in properly, the second row of LEDs will illuminate according to the corresponding LEDs in the top row.
5. Read the results of the LED display for the pin configuration status of the tested cable. If you fail to read the results the first time in Auto mode, you may wait for the second LED scan, or simply switch to Manual mode for pin by pin testing. In Manual mode, pressing the square Test button will advance testing to the next pin.
6. Note: Make sure the battery power is sufficient. Insufficient battery power will lead to dimmed LEDs and incorrect results.

RJ11 Modular Cable Test

Please follow directions for the UTP/STP Cable Test and refer to the diagram below for the correct LED pin out display.

Coaxial Cable Test

1. Plug the two included BNC adapter cables on both RJ45 jacks.
2. Then connect the BNC cable to each end of the BNC adapter cables.
3. Slide power switch on. The upper row of LEDs will start to scan in sequence if the Auto/Manual button is set on Auto mode. The LED for pin 1 will light up if the button is in Manual mode.
4. Follow steps 4 and 5 in 10Base-T Test instructions.

Introduction

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Packing contents

The following parts need to be present in the packing:

• DX 240 Master Unit
• DX 240 Remote Unit
• RJ45 Male to BNC Male Adapter Cable (Qty. 2)
• RJ45 UTP Patch Cable
• BNC Female/Female Coupler
• RJ45/RJ11 Jack Size Adapter (Qty. 2)
• Manual

Features

• Displays the actual pin configuration of 10BASE-T and 10BASE-2 Ethernet, RJ45/RJ11 modular, 258A, TIA-568A/568B and Token Ring cables
• Provides easy to read continuity and fault status
• Checks continuity, open wire, shorted pair and crossed pair faults
• Allows remote testing of installed cables from wall jack or patch panel
• Tests shield wire integrity
• Auto or manual scanning

PRODUCT PROFILE

1. RJ45 JACK
2. RJ45 JACK
3. LED DISPLAY FOR SOURCING END (JACK 1)
4. LED DISPLAY FOR RECEIVING END (JACK 2)
5. POWER SWITCH
6. LED SCANNING MODE SWITCH
7. TEST SWITCH FOR MANUAL SCAN
8. RJ45 JACK
9. LED DISPLAY FOR RECEIVING END (SAME AS JACK 2)
10. GROUND LED FOR RECEIVING END
11. BATTERY COMPARTMENT (9V)

Operation

Base-T Test

1. Plug one end of the tested cable into the transmitting RJ45 jack on the master unit marked with a ‘1’ and the other end of the cable into the receiving RJ45 jack.
2. Slide power switch on. The upper row of LEDs will start to scan in sequence if the Auto/Manual button is set on “Auto” mode. The LED for pin 1 will light up if the button is in “Manual” mode.
3. Switch back and forth from Auto or Manual scanning mode by pressing the Auto/Manual button on the side of the master testing unit.
4. Once both ends of the cable are plugged in properly, the second row of LEDs will illuminate according to the corresponding LEDs in the top row.
5. Read the results of the LED display for the pin configuration status of the tested cable. If you fail to read the results the first time in Auto mode, you may wait for the second LED scan, or simply switch to Manual mode for pin by pin testing. In Manual mode, pressing the square “Test” button will advance testing to the next pin.

Note: Make sure the battery power is sufficient. Insufficient battery power will lead to dimmed LEDs and incorrect results.

RJ11 Modular Cable Test

1. Please follow directions for the UTP/STP Cable Test and refer to the diagram below for the correct LED pin out display
   Coaxial Cable Test

2. Plug the two included BNC adapter cables on both RJ45 jacks.

3. Then connect the BNC cable to each end of the BNC adapter cables

4. Slide power switch on. The upper row of LEDs will start to scan in sequence if the Auto/Manual button is set on “Auto” mode. The LED for pin 1 will light up if the button is in “Manual” mode.

5. Switch back and forth from Auto or Manual scanning mode by pressing the Auto/Manual button on the side of the master testing unit.

6. Once both ends of the cable are plugged in properly, the second row of LEDs will illuminate according to the corresponding LEDs in the top row.

7. Read the results of the LED display for the pin configuration status of the tested cable. If you fail to read the results the first time in Auto mode, you may wait for the second LED scan, or simply switch to Manual mode for pin by pin testing. In Manual mode, pressing the square “Test” button will advance testing to the next pin.
   Note: The center pin of BNC should be read on LED 2. Please refer to the diagram below
   

8. As Coaxial cable has only two wires, we suggest you read the result of the LED scan using Manual mode.
   

Remote Test

1. Plug one end of the tested cable to the transmitting RJ45 jack on the master unit marked with a ‘1’ and plug the other end into the remote terminator. If the tested cable is installed in a patch panel or wall plate, you may use the included patch cable to solve the connector gender problem. Please refer to Diagrams below.
2. Now, set the Auto/Manual switch to Auto mode for one-person testing.
3. Read the test results from the LED display on remote terminator.
   Note: The LED display on the remote unit will scan in sequence corresponding to the transmitting end of the master unit.
   

Test Results

1. Continuity: Pin 2 has continuity
2. open: Pin 2 is opened
3. Short: Pin 2 and Pin3 are shorted
4. Misfire: Pin 3 and Pin 6 are misfired

Caution:

1. Operating the tester in live circuits may damage the tester
2. Leaving the battery in the tester for long periods of time without use could drain power from the battery

Frequently Asked Questions and other related information

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Warning and points of attention
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A power socket is needed which should be close and easy accessible from the device.

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Please check below safety points carefully:

• Do not apply external force on the cables
• Do not unplug the device by pulling the power cable
• Do not place the device near heating elements
• Do not let the device come in contact with water of other liquids
• If there is any strange sound, smoke or odor, remove the device immediately from the power outlet.
• Do not put any sharp objects into the venting hole of a product
• Do not use any damaged cables (risk of electric shock)
• Keep the product out of reach of children
• Wipe off the product with soft fabric, not water mop.
• Keep the power plug and outlet clean
• Do not unplug the device form the power outlet with wet hands
• Unplug the device when you don’t use it for a long time
• Use the device at a well ventilated place

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