KLEIN TOOLS VDV500-920 Digital Tone and Probe Set Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: KLEIN TOOLS

Table of Contents

KLEIN TOOLS VDV500-920 Digital Tone and Probe Set
Product Usage Instructions
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURE DETAILS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTINUITY TEST
MAINTENANCE
References
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KLEIN TOOLS VDV500-920 Digital Tone and Probe Set

Product Information:

The Digital Toner-Pro and Digital Probe-Pro Kit consists of two products: VDV500-163 Digital Toner-Pro and VDV500-223 Digital Probe-Pro. These professional-grade tools are designed for tracing and toning cables in electrical circuits.

VDV500-163 Digital Toner-Pro:

Features:

Tone Mode: 20V through external 600
T1 TEST MODE Indicator
T2 NRM (Normal) Polarity Indicator
T3 REV (Reverse) Polarity Indicator
T4 CONT (Continuity) Indicator
T5 TONE MODE Indicator
T6 Analog Tone Frequency Indicators
T7 Digital/Analog Tone Button
T8 Mode button
T9 Power On/Off Button
T10 Pin/Pair Selection Button
T11 Battery Status Indicator
T12 Lanyard Slot
T13 Digital Tone Indicator
T14 Red ABN (Angled Bed-of-Nails) Test Clip
T15 Black ABN (Angled Bed-of-Nails) Test Clip
T16 Battery Cover
T17 Battery Cover Screw
T18 Wire Map Indicator
T19 Shield Indicator
T20 Test Lead Inputs
T21 RJ45 Port

VDV500-223 Digital Probe-Pro:

Features:

P1 Replaceable Inductive Polymer Tip (VDV999-070)
P2 Worklight
P3 Power/Worklight On/Off Button
P4 Wire Map Indicators*
P5 Shield Indicator*
P6 Volume Increase Button
P7 Volume Decrease Button
P8 Battery Status Indicator
P9 Speaker
P10 Lanyard Slot
P11 Digital Toning Mode Button
P12 Analog Toning Mode / 60Hz Filter On/Off Button
P13 Filter Indicator
P14 RJ45 Port
P15 Battery Cover
P16 Battery Cover Screw (#2 Phillips)
P17 3.5mm Headphone Jack*

Product Usage Instructions

Turn on the Digital Probe-Pro and worklight by pressing the Power On/Off Button (P3).
To turn off the probe, press and hold the Power On/Off Button (P3) for more than 2 seconds.
To activate the Tone Mode on the Digital Toner-Pro, press the Power On/Off button (T9).
The Toner defaults to Digital Tone Mode, indicated by the Digital Tone Indicator (T13).
Follow the wire map indicators and polarity indicators to trace and tone cables.
Adjust the volume using the Volume Increase Button (P6) and Volume Decrease Button (P7).
Use the Digital Toning Mode Button (P11) to switch between digital and analog toning modes.
Toggle the 60Hz filter on/off using the Analog Toning Mode /60Hz Filter On/Off Button (P12).
Monitor the battery status using the Battery Status Indicator (T11 for Toner-Pro, P8 for Probe-Pro).
Connect headphones to the 3.5mm Headphone Jack (P17) for use in noisy environments.

Note: Always wear approved eye protection and avoid using the tools on energized circuits. Read and follow all instructions provided. Properly dispose of electronic waste according to local regulations.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Toner-Pro and
Digital Probe-Pro Kit

TRACE INDIVIDUAL OR PAIRED WIRES

TRACE SHORTED OR CONNECTED WIRES VIA DIGITAL TONING
TEST RJ11, RJ12, AND RJ45 JACKS
DETECTS CONTINUITY AND POLARITY
3 DISTINCT TONES (2 CONSTANT, 1 ALTERNATING)
EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND STATUS LEDs
SEND TONES ON SHORTED OR CONNECTED WIRES VIA DIGITAL TONING
PERFORM PIN-TO-PIN MAPPING
REPLACEABLE PROBE TIP

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

– VDV500-163 DIGITAL TONER-PRO
The Klein Tools VDV500-163 Digital Toner-Pro is a professional-series analog and digital tone generator for wire identification, wire tracing and wire pair identification. It features several tone frequencies and strong power output for tracing wires.

Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000 m) maximum
Relative Humidity: 10% – 90% non-condensing
Operating Temp: 32° to 122° F (0° to 50°C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Dimensions: 4.65″ × 2.52″ × 1.10″ (118 × 64 × 28 mm)
Weight: 5.29 oz. (150 g) including batteries
Battery Type: 4 × 1.5V AAA Alkaline
Battery Life: Active: 20 hours
- Standby/Storage: 3 years
Auto-Power Off: After 60 minutes of inactivity
Analog Tones: Constant: 1000Hz, 1500Hz
- Alternating: 1000Hz/1500Hz
Tone Power: 8dBm
Continuity Indication: Less than 10k
Voltage Protection: Test Mode: 60V
Tone Mode: 20V through external 600

Specifications subject to change.

FEATURE DETAILS

– VDV500-163 DIGITAL TONER-PRO

SYMBOLS – VDV500-163 DIGITAL TONER-PRO

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FEATURE DETAILS

VDV500-163 DIGITAL TONER-PRO

TEST MODE Indicator
T2 “NRM” (Normal)
Polarity Indicator
T3 “REV” (Reverse)
Polarity Indicator
T4 “CONT” (Continuity)
Indicator
T5 TONE MODE
Indicator
T6 Analog Tone
Frequency Indicators
T7 Digital/Analog Tone
Button
T8Mode button
T9 Power On/Off Button
T10 Pin/Pair Selection
Button
T11 Battery Status
Indicator
T12 Lanyard Slot
T13 Digital Tone Indicator
T14 Red ABN (Angled
Bed-of-Nails) Test Clip
T15 Black ABN (Angled
Bed-of-Nails) Test Clip
T16 Battery Cover
T17 Battery Cover Screw
T18Wire Map Indicator
T19 Shield Indicator
T20 Test Lead Inputs
T21 RJ45 Port

WARNINGS
To ensure safe operations and service of the instruments, follow these instructions.
Failure to observe these warnings can result in fire, electric shock, severe injury or death.

The Digital Toner-Pro, test leads, and Digital Probe-Pro, are designed for use on extra-low voltage cabling systems (less than 60V) for testing when NOT energized.
The maximum voltage across ABN Test Clips of the Digital Toner-Pro is 60V in Test mode, and 20V in Continuity mode. Connecting the Digital Probe-Pro to live mains AC power may damage it and pose a safety hazard for the user.
DO NOT use instruments if they are wet, as it could pose a shock hazard.
DO NOT use instruments if they are damaged in any way.
Turn off instruments and disconnect all ABN Test Clips before attempting to replace batteries.
The battery door must be in place and secure before you operate the instrument.
DO NOT open the case, other than the battery compartment.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

VDV500-223 DIGITAL PROBE-PRO

The Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Probe-Pro is a professional-series digital and analog tone tracer, featuring an inductive probe with speaker for amplification, and LED light for use in dark spaces. It also features a headphone jack for use in extreme noise environments.

Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000 m) maximum
Relative Humidity: 10% – 90% non-condensing
Operating Temp: 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50°C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Dimensions: 1.92″ × 9.96″ × 1.32″ (49 × 253 × 34 mm)
Weight: 6.88 oz. (195 g) including batteries
Battery Type: 4 × 1.5V AAA Alkaline
Battery Life: Active: 20 hours
Standby/Storage: 3 years
Auto-Power Off: After 15 minutes of inactivity
Specifications subject to change.

CAUTION: Excessive volume can cause permanent hearing damage.
Use as low a volume as possible.

FEATURE DETAILS – VDV500-223 DIGITAL PROBE-PRO

P1 Replaceable Inductive Polymer Tip (VDV999-070)
P2 Worklight
P3 Power/Worklight On/Off Button
P4 Wire Map Indicators*
P5 Shield Indicator*
P4 + P5 together constitute Signal Strength Indicator Bars
P6 Volume Increase Button
P7 Volume Decrease Button
P8 Battery Status Indicator
P9 Speaker
P10 Lanyard Slot
P11 Digital Toning Mode Button
P12 Analog Toning Mode / 60Hz Filter On/Off Button
P13 Filter Indicator
P14 RJ45 Port
P15 Battery Cover
P16 Battery Cover Screw (#2 Phillips)
P17 3.5mm Headphone Jack*

CAUTION: Excessive volume can cause permanent hearing damage.
Use as low a volume as possible.

SYMBOLS – VDV500-223 DIGITAL PROBE-PRO

_| Warning or Caution| **_| Conformité Européenne: Conforms with European Economic Area directives

| Always wear approved eye protection| _ **_| UKCA:

UK Conformity Assessment

| Do NOT use on energized circuits| ****|

WEEE:

Electronics disposal

****| Read instructions

FEATURE DETAILS – VDV500-223 DIGITAL PROBE-PRO

WARNINGS
To ensure safe operations and service of the instrument, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in re, electric shock, severe injury or death.

The Digital Probe-Pro is designed for use on extra-low voltage cabling systems (less than 60V) for testing when NOT energized.
DO NOT use instrument if wet, as it could pose a shock hazard.
DO NOT use instrument if damaged in any way.
Turn off instrument before attempting to replace batteries.
The battery door must be in place and secure before you operate the instrument.
DO NOT open the case, other than the battery compartment.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING AND RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TURNING DIGITAL PROBE-PRO AND WORKLIGHT ON/OFF

Turn the probe on by pressing the Power On/Off Button P3 once.
When the probe is on, press the Power On/Off Button P3 to turn the worklight on/off.
To turn off the probe, press and hold the Power On/Off Button P3 for more than 2 seconds.
TONE MODE
Turn Digital Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9 .
The Toner defaults to Digital Tone Mode, with the Digital Tone Indicator T13 , and Wire Map Indicator T18 LEDs 3 and 6 illuminated. The LEDs may be blinking, depending on whether the Toner is connected to a network port.
Set the tone mode to either digital toning or analog toning by pressing the Digital/Analog Tone Button T7 to cycle thru the different options. The Digital Tone Indicator T13 , will illuminate when in digital toning mode.
One or both Analog Tone Frequency Indicators T6 will illuminate when in analog toning mode. There are three frequencies available to choose from when in analog mode: 1000Hz, 1500Hz, and 1000/1500Hz warble.
NOTE: When performing analog toning via the RJ45 port, the tone can be sent down an individual pin, a pin pair, or to all eight pins simultaneously. To cycle thru the analog tone options, repeatedly press the Pin/Pair Selector Button T10 to select the desired mode. The Wire Map Indicator T18 will illuminate which pin or pin pairs will be toned. When performing digital toning via the RJ45 port, the signal is only sent to pin pair 3-6. Wire Map Indicator LEDs 3 and 6 will blink if toner is connected to an active network port, otherwise LEDs 3 and 6 will remain constantly illuminated.

TRACING PAIRED WIRES (FIG. 1)

Connect the Digital Toner-Pro’s red T14 and black T15 ABN Test Clip leads to their respective Test Lead Inputs nnect T20
Connect the red ABN Test Clip T14 to one of the wires of the pair to be traced.
Connect the black ABN Test Clip T15 to the other wire to be traced.
Turn Digital Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9 .
The Toner defaults to Digital Tone Mode, with the Digital Tone Indicator T13 , and Wire Map Indicator T18 LEDs 3 and 6 illuminated. The LEDs may be blinking, depending on whether the Toner is connected to a network port.
When performing analog toning, check the “CONT” Indicator T4 . If illuminated green, you may proceed.
NOTE: When performing Digital Toning, the “CONT” Indicator T4 will not illuminate.
Select the preferred tone setting using the Digital/Analog Tone Button T7
Turn the Digital Probe-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button P3 .
At the far end of the cable, spread the wires apart at least 2″ (51 mm), if possible.
If performing analog toning, first ensure the Digital Toner-Pro is set to analog toning mode. Then ensure the Digital Probe-Pro is set to analog mode by pressing the Analog Mode button P12 . The Analog Mode Button will illuminate green when in analog mode. If performing digital toning, first ensure the Digital Toner-Pro is set to digital toning mode. Then ensure the Digital Probe- Pro is set to digital mode by pressing the Digital Mode Button P11 . The Digital Mode Button will illuminate blue when in digital mode.
Use the Digital Probe-Pro to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Digital Probe-Pro’s tip
P1 slowly across the wires (FIG. 1). The Digital Probe-Pro’s volume and Signal Strength Indicator bars P4 + P5 will increase as it approaches the toned
pair. When the Digital Probe-Pro’s volume and Signal Strength Indicator bars are high over the first wire, low in the middle (between) the two wires, and high over the second wire, you have located the pair of wires you are tracing. Use the Volume Increase
P6 and Volume Decrease P7 buttons to adjust the volume.

TRACING NON-PAIRED WIRES (FIG. 2)

Connect the Digital Toner-Pro’s red T14 and black T15 ABN Test Clip leads to their respective Test Lead Inputs T20
Connect the Digital Toner-Pro’s red ABN Test Clip T14 to the wire to be traced.
Connect the black ABN Test Clip T15 to another wire in the cable, but preferably not in the same pair (connect to ground, if available). When tracing a shielded cable, connect the red ABN Test Clip to the outer shield, and the black ABN Test Clip to the center conductor or ground.
Turn Digital Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9 .
The Toner defaults to Digital Tone Mode, with the Digital Tone Indicator T13 , and Wire Map Indicator T18 LEDs 3 and 6 illuminated. The LEDs may be blinking, depending on whether the Toner is connected to a network port. The “CONT” Indicator
T4 illuminates green or red only when in analog mode.
When performing analog toning, check the “CONT” Indicator T4 . If illuminated green, you may proceed.
NOTE: When performing Digital Toning, the “CONT” Indicator T4 will not illuminate.
Turn the Digital Probe-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button P3 .
Select the preferred tone setting using the Digital/Analog Tone Button T7 .
At the far end of the cable, spread the wires at least 2″ (51 mm) apart, if possible.
If performing analog toning, first ensure the Digital Toner-Pro is set to analog toning mode. Then ensure the Digital Probe-Pro is set to analog mode by pressing the Analog Mode button P12 . The Analog Mode Button will illuminate green when in analog mode. If performing digital toning, first ensure the Digital Toner-Pro is set to digital toning mode. Then ensure the Digital Probe- Pro is set to digital mode by pressing the Digital Mode Button
P11 . The Digital Mode Button will illuminate blue when in digital mode.
Use the Digital Probe-Pro to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Digital Probe-Pro’s tip P1 slowly across the wires (FIG. 2). The Digital Probe-Pro’s volume and Signal Strength Indicator bars P4 + P5 will increase as it approaches the toned pair. When the Digital Probe-Pro’s volume and Signal Strength Indicator bars are high over the first wire, low in the middle (between) the two wires, and high over the second wire, you have located the pair of wires you are tracing. Use
the Volume Increase P6 and Volume Decrease P7 buttons to adjust the volume.

FIG. 1 2″ (51 mm)

USING THE 60HZ FILTER
The Digital Probe-Pro has a 60Hz filter to help trace cables/wires when toning near devices running on 60Hz. Press the Analog Toning Mode / 60Hz Filter On/Off Button P12 to turn the 60Hz filter on/off. The Filter Indicator P13 will illuminate when the 60Hz filter is on.

NOTE: 60Hz filtering can only be used with analog toning.

RJ11 / RJ12 / RJ45 TESTING
The Digital Toner-Pro has an RJ45 Test Port T21 that can be used in place of the ABN clips to transmit the tone. The RJ45 plug works with RJ11, RJ12, or RJ45 jacks. The red T14 and black
T15 ABN Test Clip leads are replaced by the two center conductors of the inserted plug, i.e. pins 2 and 3 for RJ11,pins 3 and 4 for RJ12, and pins 4 and 5 for RJ45.
Use the Digital Probe-Pro to locate the toned wires at the far end of the cable, as described in the TRACING PAIRED WIRES section.

CONTINUITY TEST

(ANALOG TONING ONLY)

The Digital Toner-Pro transmits frequencies on non-energized wires only. When the Digital Toner-Pro is turned on, a continuity test will be performed to determine if the 2 wires to be traced are in close proximity to each other, without a conductive path between them. The “CONT” Indicator T4 wIll illuminate green to indicate pass. Attach the red and black ABN Test Clips T14 , T15 to the wires to be tested.
If the resistance of the circuit is less than 10k, the “CONT” Indicator T4 will illuminate red, indicating a short, and no toning can occur. If the “CONT” Indicator is illuminated green, a tone can be generated and testing can proceed.

POLARITY AND VOLTAGE PRESENCE TESTING
The Digital Toner-Pro may be used to test the polarity and type of voltage present.

If testing via the RJ45 PORT T21 , proceed directly to step 2. If testing via the ABN Test Leads, connect the Digital Toner-Pro’s red T14 and black T15 ABN Test Clip leads to their respective Test Lead Inputs T20 .
Connect the ABN Test Clips, or insert a cable into the RJ45 PORT T21 .
Turn Digital Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9 .
Select Test Mode by pressing the Mode Button T8 repeatedly until the Test Mode Indicator T1 is illuminated.
Check the “CONT” Indicator T4 . If illuminated green, testing can proceed.
The “NRM” (Normal) Polarity Indicator T2 will illuminate if the red ABN Test Clip T14 is connected to the POTS (Plain Ol’ Telephone Service) in the proper orientation. The “REV” (Reverse) Polarity Indicator T3 will illuminate if the wires are reversed.
- The “NRM” (Normal) Polarity Indicator T2 will illuminate when the black ABN Test Clip detects higher voltage than the red ABN Test Clip.
- The “REV” (Reverse) Polarity Indicator T3 will illuminate when the red ABN Test Clip detects higher voltage than the black ABN Test Clip.
- The “NRM” (Normal) Polarity Indicator and “REV” (Reverse) Polarity Indicator will both illuminate when AC voltage is present.
- When the RJ11 Test Plug is used, the “NRM” (Normal) Polarity Indicator will illuminate on a correctly wired and powered POTS (Plain Ol’ Telephone Service) phone jack.

NOTE: The POTS (Plain Ol’ Telephone Service) color code convention (black/positive, red/negative) is the opposite of the multimeter color code convention (red/positive, black/negative).

RJ45 TERMINATED DATA CABLE WIRE MAP TESTING

Insert one end of the data cable to be tested into the RJ45 port T21 on the Digital Toner-Pro.
Insert the opposite end of the cable into the Digital Probe-Pro’s RJ45 Port P14 .
Enter MAPPING mode by pressing the MODE button T8 until the Wire Map Indicators T18 illuminate and blink. The Digital Probe-Pro will automatically go into mapping mode when the toner is set to mapping mode.
A wire pin-to-pin map will be displayed on both the Toner and Probe. The Toner’s Wire Map Indicators T18 will slowly blink in order 1 thru 8, to indicate which pin on the Toner end of the cable is being mapped. Simultaneously, the Probe’s Wire Map Indicators P4 will illuminate to indicate which pin on the Probe end of the cable is connected to the actively indicated pinout on the Toner end; this enables detection of mis-wired cables and cable faults (for example, if pin 3 on the Toner end of the cable is connected to pin 6 on the Probe end of the cable, when the Toner’s #3 Wire Map Indicator illuminates, the Probe’s #6 Wire Map Indicator will illuminate).
If the cable being mapped is terminated in T568A, T568B, or Straight-Through wiring, the Probe’s Wire Map Indicators will illuminate 1 through 8, in the order of contact pin termination, in unison with the Toner’s Wire Map Indicators T18 . A short circuit between wires is indicated by simultaneously illuminating all effected wires’ LEDs on both the toner and probe during the detection sequence. For an open circuit, the wire’s LEDs on both the toner and probe will not be illuminated during the detection sequence.
If the cable being tested is shielded, the Shield Indicator on both the Toner T19 and Probe P5 will illuminate at the end of each sequence.
The test will be repeated until one or both ends of the cable is/are disconnected, or until the Toner’s mode is cycled out of Mapping mode.

NOTE: The Digital Probe-Pro cannot ID digital/analog tone signals while in mapping mode.

MAINTENANCE

– VDV500-163 DIGITAL TONER-PRO

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the Low Battery Indicator T11 blinks, the batteries must be replaced.

Turn off instrument(s) before attempting to replace batteries.
Loosen screw T17 , on battery cover T16 .
Remove and properly dispose of four 1.5V AAA batteries.
Install new batteries (note proper polarity).
Replace battery cover and fasten securely with screw.
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate while battery door is removed.

VDV500-223 DIGITAL PROBE-PRO

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the Battery Status Indicator P8 blinks, the batteries must be replaced.

Turn off instrument(s) before attempting to replace batteries.
Loosen screw P16 on battery cover P15 .
Remove and properly dispose of four 1.5V AAA batteries.
Install new batteries (note proper polarity).
Replace battery cover and fasten securely with screw.

To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate while battery door is removed.

TIP REPLACEMENT (KLEIN CAT. NO. VDV999-070)
The tip P1 of the Digital Probe-Pro is replaceable if damaged:

Turn tip 1/4 turn and pull gently to remove.
Insert new tip with key in proper orientation and push gently.
Rotate 1/4 turn to lock into place.

CLEANING
Be sure equipment is turned off and wipe with a clean, dry lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.

STORAGE
Remove the batteries when equipment is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity. After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section, allow the equipment to return to normal operating conditions before using.

FCC & IC COMPLIANCE
See this product’s page at www.kleintools.com for FCC compliance information.
Canada ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)

WARRANTY
www.kleintools.com/warranty
DISPOSAL / RECYCLE
Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash. Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Please see www.epa.gov/recycle for additional information.

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