KLEAIN TOOLS VDV500-063 Toner-Pro Tone Generator Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: KLEAIN TOOLS

Table of Contents

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURE DETAILS
WARNINGS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
**MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
WARRANTY
CUSTOMER SERVICE
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Instruction Manual

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Klein Tools VDV500-063 Toner-Pro is a professional-series 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: 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50°C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Dimensions: 2.5″ x 5″ x 1″ (64 x 127 x 25 mm)
Weight: 7.4 oz. (210 g) including batteries
Battery Type : 4 x 1.5V AAA Alkaline
Battery Life: Active: 120 hours
Standby/Storage : 3 years
Auto-Power Off: After 60 minutes of inactivity
Tones: Constant : 800Hz, 1000Hz, 1500Hz
Alternating: 800Hz/1000Hz, 1000Hz/1500Hz
Tone Power: 8dBm
Continuity Indication: Less than 10kΩ
Voltage Protection: Test Mode: 60V
Tone Mode: 20V through external 600Ω

Specifications subject to change.

FEATURE DETAILS

KLEAIN TOOLS VDV500-063 TonerPro Tone Generator - Fig T1 TEST MODE Indicator
T2 “NRM” (Normal) Polarity Indicator
T3 “REV” (Reverse) Polarity Indicator
T4 “CONT” (Continuity) Indicator
T5 TONE MODE Indicator
T6 Tone Frequency Indicators
T7 Tone Mode Down selector button
T8 Tone Mode Up selector button
T9 Power On/Off Button T10 TEST/TONE Button
T11 Battery Status Indicator
T12 Lanyard Slot T13 RJ11 Test Plug
T14 ABN (Angled Bed-of-Nails) Test Clips
T15 Battery Cover
T16 Battery Cover Screw (#2 Phillips)

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 Toner-Pro and Probe-Pro (sold separately) are designed for use on extra-low voltage cabling systems (less than 60 volts) for testing when NOT energized.
The maximum voltage across ABN Test Clips of the Toner-Pro is 60 volts in Test mode, and 20 volts in Continuity mode. Connecting the 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.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING AND RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CONTINUITY TEST
The Toner-Pro transmits frequencies on non-energized wires only. When the 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 a pass. Attach the red and black ABN Test Clips T14 to the wires to be tested. If the resistance of the circuit is less than 10kΩ, 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 you may proceed.

SELECTING TONE FREQUENCY
The Toner-Pro defaults to the 800Hz frequency setting when powered on. Use the Tone Mode Up T8 and Tone Mode Down T7 selector buttons to change the frequency. The Tone Frequency Indicators T6 will display the frequency being transmitted. If an alternating tone is selected, the two respective Tone Frequency Indicators T6 will blink. Tones will cycle through the available frequencies in a continuous loop when a selector button is pressed repeatedly.

TRACING PAIRED WIRES (FIG. 1)

1. Connect the Toner-Pro’s red ABN Test Clip T14 to one of the wires of the pair to be traced. Connect the black ABN Test Clip T14 to the other wire to be traced.
2. Turn Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9.
3. Check the “CONT” Indicator T4. If illuminated green, you may proceed.
4. Select the preferred tone-setting using the Tone Mode Up T8 and/or Tone Mode Down T7 selector buttons.
5. Turn on the Probe-Pro (sold separately).
6. At the far end of the cable, spread the wires apart at least 2″ (51 mm), if possible.
7. Use the Probe-Pro (sold separately) to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Probe-proper’s tip slowly across the wires. The Probe-Pro’s volume will increase as it approaches the toned pair. When the Probe-Pro’s volume is 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 and Volume Decrease buttons to adjust the volume.

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TRACING NON-PAIRED WIRES (FIG. 2)

Connect the Toner-Pro’s red ABN Test Clip T14 to the wire to be traced.
Connect the black ABN Test Clip T14 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 Toner-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button T9.
Check the “CONT” Indicator T4. If illuminated green, you may proceed.
Turn on the Probe-Pro (sold separately).
Select the preferred tone-setting using the Tone Mode Up T8 or Tone Mode Down T7 selector buttons.
At the far end of the cable, spread the wires at least 2″ (51 mm) apart, if possible.
Use the Probe-Pro (sold separately) to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Probe-proper’s tip slowly across the wires. The Probe-producer’s volume will increase as it approaches the toned wire.

FIG. 2 RJ11 / RJ12 / RJ45 TESTING
The Toner-Pro has an RJ11 Test Plug T13 that can be used in place of the ABN clips to transmit the tone. The RJ11 plug works with RJ11, RJ12, or RJ45 jacks. The red and black ABN contacts are replaced by the 2 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 Probe-Pro (sold separately) to locate the toned wires at the far end of the cable, as described in the TRACING PAIRED WIRES section.

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

Press the Power On/Off button T9 on the Toner-Pro.
Press the TEST/TONE Select button T 10. The “TEST MODE” indicator T1 will illuminate.
Connect the ABN Test Clips T14 , or insert the RJ11 Test Plug T13.
Check the “CONT” Indicator T4. If illuminated green, you may 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).

**MAINTENANCE

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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 T16 , on battery cover T15.
Remove and properly dispose of four 1.5V AAA batteries.
Install new batteries (note proper polarity).
Replace the battery cover and fasten it securely with a screw.

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

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 use.

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.