KLEIN TOOLS VDV501-770 Max Network Cable Tester With Remote Set Instruction Manual

: September 25, 2024
: KLEIN TOOLS

Table of Contents

KLEIN TOOLS VDV501-770 Max Network Cable Tester With Remote Set
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURE DETAILS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FCC & IC COMPLIANCE
WARRANTY
References
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KLEIN TOOLS VDV501-770 Max Network Cable Tester With Remote Set

Product Information

Model: VDV501-770
Compatibility: Requires Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe (sold separately)

Specifications

Model: VDV501-770
Requires Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe (sold separately)

Product Usage Instructions

Compatibility Check:
Ensure you have the Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe for use with the VDV501-770.
Power On:
Press and hold the power button to turn on the VDV501-77 device.
Tracing Process:
Follow the instructions provided with the Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe to begin the tracing process.

FAQ :

Q: Can I use the VDV501-770 without the Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe?
A: No, the VDV501-770 requires the Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe for operation.

ENGLISH
INSTRUCTION MANUAL VDV Scout® Pro Max

VOICE, DATA & VIDEO TESTING
FAULT DETECTION
TDR CABLE LENGTH MEASURING
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE PoE DETECTION AND MEASURING
ACTIVE NETWORK TESTING
DIGITAL* AND ANALOG
TONE GENERATION
HUB BLINK
POTS (PLAIN-OLD-TELEPHONE SERVICE) TESTING
IDENTIFY CABLES WITH ID REMOTES
TEST RESULT AND REPORT GENERATION
FULL COLOR MATRIX DISPLAY

*Requires Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe, sold separately

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Klein Tools VDV Scout® Pro Max is a portable voice-data-video cable tester. It tests and troubleshoots RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, and F-connector terminated cables and provides analog and digital tone generation for cable tracing (digital toning requires KT VDV500-223.) The VDV Scout® Pro Max also measures cable lengths (via TDR), tests for shielded cables and unshielded cables, traces up to 20 locations with included remotes, performs short and open fault detection, performs hub blink testing, measures active and passive Power over Ethernet (PoE), tests POTS (Plain-Old-Telephone-Service), and tests advertised active network speeds.

Environment: Indoors
Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000 m)
Relative Humidity: <90% non-condensing
Operating Temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage Temperature: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Input Protection: 60V peak 50/60Hz AC or DC
Common Cable Length Ranges: Coax: 0 to 2000′ (0 to 610 m)
Data: 0 to 3000′ (0 to 914 m) Electrical: 0 to 1000′ (0 to 305 m)
Measurement Method: TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry)
Measurement Units: Feet, meters
Velocity of propagation (VoP) Range: 0 to 99.9%
Accuracy: ± (2% + 3 ft. or 1 m) with known VoP and consistent cable parameters
Tone Generation:
Constant: 800 Hz, 1000 Hz, 1200 Hz & 1500 Hz
Alternating: 800 Hz/1200 Hz, 1000 Hz/1500 Hz
Digital: Requires Klein Tools VDV500-223 Digital Tracing Probe sold separately
PoE (Power over Ethernet): Tests for IEEE 802.3af (PoE). 802.3at (PoE+) and 802.3bt (PoE++), Types 1-4 and tests for Passive PoE up to 60V. Identifies Mode A, B and 4-pair.
Active Network: Indicates advertised speeds of 10/100/1G/10Gbase-t. Half or Full duplex
POTS (Plain-Old-Telephone-Service): Test tip and ring voltages
Batteries: 3× AA alkaline
Battery Low Level: Approx. 3.3V
Battery Life: Active: Approx. 15 hours Standby: Approx. 1 year
Auto Power Off (APO): Test Mode: 10 to 60 minutes (default = 20 min.)
Tone Mode: 5 to 60 minutes, or OFF• Dimensions: 4″ × 7.2″ × 1.6″ (10.16 × 18.29 × 4.06 cm)
Weight: 15.8 oz. (448 grams) with batteries
Specifications subject to change.

WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe injury or death.

The RJ45 port 15 is the only jack designed for PoE energized cables. Connecting AC energized cables to any port may damage it and pose a safety hazard to the user.
Always wear approved eye protection.
Improperly terminated RJ plugs have the potential to damage the jacks on the VDV Scout® Pro Max. Visually inspect an RJ plug before inserting it into the tester. The contacts should always be recessed into the plastic housing of the plug. Plugging 6-position plugs into the 8-position jack on the tester has the potential to damage the outer-most contacts of the jack unless the plug is specifically designed for that purpose.

FEATURE DETAILS

1. Self-Storing Test + Map™ ID Remote (VDV770-770)
- Remote’s RJ11/12 Port
- Remote’s RJ45 Port
- Remote’s Coax F-Connector Port
Full-Color LCD Display
Power Button
“Soft Key” Button #1
“Soft Key” Button #2
“Soft Key” Button #3
“Soft Key” Button #4
Up Arrow Button
Down Arrow Button
Left Arrow Button
Right Arrow Button
Enter Button
Back Button
Home Button
RJ45 Port*
Coax F-Connector Port
RJ11/12 Port*
Battery Cover
RJ45 CAT6 to RJ45 CAT6 Cable (T658B) (×2)
RJ11 to RJ11 Cable (×2)
RJ12 to RJ12 Cable (×2)
Female Coax-F to Angled-Bed-of-Nails Cable
RJ45 LanMap™ Location ID Remotes (1-20)
F-Connector CoaxMap™ Location ID Remotes (1-20)
25. Female F-Barrel Connector
USB-C Port
USB-C to USB-A Cable
Main Alkaline Batteries (3× AA)
Internal Clock Battery Cover
Internal Clock Battery (CR2032)

PORT, REMOTE, AND CONNECTOR OVERVIEW
RJ45 Port 1B , 15 : Data cable (Shielded or unshielded), Ethernet cable, Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7, Cat7a.
F-Connector Port 1C , 16 : Video cable, coaxial cable, RG6/RG6Q cable, RG59 cable.
RJ11/12 Port 1A , 17 : Voice cable, POTS (Plain-Old-Telephone-Service) cable, 4-wire cable, 6-wire cable, 2 twisted pair cable, 3 twisted pair cable, Cat3.
Self-Storing Test + Map™ ID Remote 1 : Use for cable identification, mapping and/or continuity testing. Displays on tester as Remote ID #1.
LanMap™ Location ID Remote 23 : Use for cable identification and/or mapping. Includes remotes #1 – 20. CoaxMap™ Location ID Remote 24 : Use for cable identification and/or mapping. Includes remotes #1 – 20. Barrel Connector 25 : Female-to-female F-connector for use with F-connector port 1C , 16 .

The RJ ports share internal connections so only one RJ cable can be connected at a time for accurate cable
test results. However, an RJ cable and a coax cable may be connected at the same time. In ID mode, all connectors on the VDV Scout® Pro Max may be connected at the same time.
Cannot be used to perform wire map or cable length tests.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

POWERING ON/OFF

Power ON: Press the Power Button 3 to turn the unit on.
Power OFF: Press the Power Button 3 for two seconds to turn the unit off.
Auto Power-OFF (APO): The Meter will automatically turn off after a period of inactivity in order to conserve battery power. The time until auto power off depends on which mode the unit is in:
Test Mode: User-adjustable from 10 to 60 minutes (default is 20 minutes).
Tone Mode: User-Adjustable 5 to 60 minutes, or OFF.
In either mode, the screen will dim after 90 seconds of inactivity to conserve battery power.
“SOFT KEY” BUTTONS 4 , 5 , 6 , 7
Some modes will display up to four icons along the bottom of the LCD display. These icons correspond to additional functionalities available in that mode. To select one of these functions, press the “Soft Key” button directly beneath the icon.
HOME SCREEN
The Home Screen will appear upon powering on the tester. Icons representing all available modes will appear on this screen. To select a mode, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the desired mode’s icon and press the Enter Button 12 . Press the Home Button 14 to return to this screen from any other screen.
A. Current date
B. Current time
C. Currently Active Function/Screen
D. Battery Status
E. Mode Icons:
- E1.Data (RJ45) Wiremap / Testing / Lengt
- E2.Voice (RJ11/RJ12) Wiremap / Testing / Length
- E3.Coax Testing / Length
- E4.POTS (Plain-Old-Telephone-Service) Testing
- E5.POE (Power Over Ethernet) Testing
- E6.Analog Toning
- E7.Digital Toning
- E8.Hub Blink
- E9.Active Network Testing
- E10.Recall
- E11.Settings

SETTINGS

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Settings Icon E11 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the desired setting and press the Enter Button 12 .
Use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to make adjustments. Press the Enter Button 12 when finished.
Use the Page Up/Down button (“Soft Key” Button 6 ) to access page 1 and 2 of the Settings menu.

A. DATE: Month/Day/Year
B. UNITS: Feet (ft) or meters (m)
C. TIME: Hours:Minutes
D. BRIGHTNESS
LANGUAGE: English, Spanish, French, or German
T568: Selectable between T568A and T568B
G. Page Up/Down Button (press “Soft Key” Button 6 to navigate)
H. DIM TIMER: ON or OFF
I. APO (Auto Power-Off): Selectable between 10, 20, 50, and 60 minutes
J. ABOUT: Hardware and software information (for reference only, cannot be changed)
K. FACTORY RESET: Deletes all saved data and reverts all settings back to factory defaults
L. Page Up/Down Button (press “Soft Key” Button 6 to navigate)

LANGUAGE SELECTION
The tester can display screens in English, Spanish, French or German (default language is English). It is strongly recommended that you set the tester to the appropriate date, time, units, wiring configuration, and language of choice at this point, before proceeding:

Use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Settings Icon E11 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Use the Up 8 and Down 9 Arrow Buttons to navigate to the LANGUAGE field F and press the Enter Button 12 .
Use the Up 8 and Down 9 Arrow Buttons to select the desired language and press the Enter Button 12 .
Press the Home Button 14 to return to the Home Screen.

SELECT PRESAVED CABLE TYPES PRIOR TO TESTING:

From the Home Screen, use the arrow buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to any test mode (Data, Voice, Coax)
Press the soft key Button #2 5 to select Velocity of Propagation (VOP)
Use the arrow buttons or soft keys buttons #2 5 and #3 6 to navigate between default wire types and press the enter button 12 to select the type of cable you are testing for the most accurate results CREATE CUSTOM CABLE TYPE PRIOR TO TESTING:

NOTE: Must have cable connected to data tester to create custom cable type accurately

From the Home Screen, use the arrow buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to any test mode (Data, Voice, Coax)
Press the soft key Button #2 5 and #3 6 to navigate to the bottom page of default wire types and press the enter button 12 to select “ADD NEW”
Select Soft Key Button #2 5 to edit the name
Use the arrow buttons to navigate to TYPE and select by hitting Enter 12 . Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll between Data, Voice, and Coax and hit Enter to confirm selection.
Use the arrow buttons to navigate to PAIR and select by hitting Enter 12 . Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll between pair options depending on cable type being tested. NOTE: When Testing Data cables, select PAIR
for best results. When Testing Voice Cables, recommended PAIR 2-3 for best results. When Testing Coax Cables, recommended PAIR 7-8 for best results.
To Enter Known Velocity of Propagation (VOP) Percentage or Length Value, use the arrow buttons to navigate to Velocity of Propagation (VOP)/Length field and select enter.
Use the up or down arrow buttons to scroll over either Velocity of Propagation (VOP) or LENGTH, the selected value will be highlighted ORANGE, and hit soft key button #2 5 to edit. Use arrow button keys to change values and select soft but key #4 7 to save values.
NOTE: Changing either the Velocity of Propagation (VOP) percentage or Length may change the other value as they are linked.
Select Soft key Button #4 7 to Save Custom Cable Type

RJ45 WIREMAP TESTING AND LENGTH MEASUREMENT

Plug one end of an RJ45-terminated cable into the RJ45 port 15 , and the other end into the RJ45 port 1B on the Test + Map™ ID Remote 1 .
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Data Mode Icon E1 and press the Enter Button 12 .
The tester will automatically begin testing and the LCD screen will display the results.
Press the Enter Button 12 to test again.
MEASURING LENGTH TO FAULTS (CATEGORY, TWISTED PAIR, DATA CABLE)
If fault is a SHORT:
While measuring a twisted pair cable, if there is a short between twisted pairs (i.e. a short between wires
1- 2, 3-6, 4-5 or 7-8), the tester will display “SHORT” and show a red line between the shorted wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the short location.
If there is a short between non-twisted pair wires, the tester will indicate and display “SHORT” on all affected wire pairs. For example, if there is short between wire #1 and wire #3, the tester will display “SHORT” on both wire pairs 1-2 and 3-6 and show a red line between the shorted wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the short location.

If fault is an OPEN:

While measuring a twisted pair cable, if there is an open wire pair, the tester will display “OPEN” and show a red X for the affected wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the open location.

If there are MULTIPLE faults:

If more than one type of fault is encountered, the tester will display “MULTI” and show the appropriate fault icons for the corresponding wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the first fault encountered.
NOTE: Cable length is determined by the Velocity of Propagation (VoP) of the cable. Ensure the correct VoP is entered for accurate length measurements. See VoP section for more detail.

A. Wiremap (will also display any faults detected)
B. Individual wires of cab`le being tested
C. Shield Indicator
D. Length measurement (pairs)
E. Test result
F. Remote ID number
NOTE: ID number recognition is achieved through wire pair 3-6. If wires 3 and 6 are short circuited, or one of them is open circuited, the ID number cannot be recognized.
G. Wiring standard being tested (changeable in SETTINGS)
H. Cable Type Indicator
I. Cable Type Button (press “Soft Key” Button 5 to change)
J. One-Time / Continuous Test Button (One-Time mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change)

WIRE MAP AND DISPLAY EXAMPLES
NOTE: Test + Map remote must be used for wire map testing.

RJ11/RJ12 WIREMAP TESTING AND LENGTH MEASUREMENT

Plug one end of an RJ11 or RJ12-terminated cable into the RJ11/RJ12 port 17 , and the other end into the RJ11/12 port 1A on the Test + Map™ ID Remote 1 .
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Voice Mode Icon E2 and press the Enter Button 12 .
The tester will automatically begin testing and the LCD screen will display the results.
Press the Enter Button 12 to test again.
MEASURING LENGTH TO FAULTS (VOICE CABLE)
If fault is a SHORT:
While measuring a voice cable, if there is a short between pairs (i.e. a short between wires 1-6, 2-5, 3-4 for RJ12 type or 1-4, 2-3 for RJ11 type), the tester will display “SHORT” and show a red line between the shorted wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the short location.
If there is a short between non-pair wires, the tester will indicate and display “SHORT” on all affected wire pairs. For example, if there is short between wire #4 and wire #5 (RJ12), the tester will display “SHORT” on both wire pairs 2-5 and 3-4 and show a red line between the shorted wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the short location.

If fault is an OPEN:

While measuring a voice cable, if there is an open wire pair, the tester will display “OPEN” and show a red X for the affected wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the open location.

If there are MULTIPLE faults:

If more than one type of fault is encountered, the tester will display “MULTI” and show the appropriate fault icons for the corresponding wires in the Wiremap section A . The tester will also indicate the approximate distance to the first fault encountered.
NOTE: Cable length is determined by the Velocity of Propagation (VoP) of the cable. Ensure the correct VoP is entered for accurate length measurements.

A. Wiremap (will also display any faults detected)
B. Length measurement (pairs)
C. Test result
D. Remote ID number
NOTE: ID number recognition is achieved through wire pair 2-5 for RJ12, and wire pair 1-4 for RJ11. If wires 2 and 5 (RJ12) or wires 1 and 4 (RJ11) are short circuited, or one of them is open circuited, the ID number cannot be recognized.
E. Port Type
F. Cable Type Indicator
G. Cable Type Button (press “Soft Key” Button 5 to change)
H. One-Time / Continuous Test Button (One-Time mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change)
NOTE: in One-Time Test mode, press Enter Button 12 to repeat test
I. Save Button (press “Soft Key” Button 7 )

COAX TESTING AND LENGTH MEASUREMENT

Insert the Female F-Barrel Connector 25 into the Coax F-Connector Port 16 , then connect one end of a coax-terminated cable to the Barrel Connector, and the other end to the Coax F-Connector Port 1C on the Test + Map™ ID Remote 1 .
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Coax Mode Icon E3 and press the Enter Button 12 .
The tester will automatically begin testing and the LCD screen will display the results.
Press the Enter Button 12 to test again.
MEASURING LENGTH TO FAULTS (COAX CABLE)
If fault is a SHORT:
While measuring a coax cable, if a short is encountered, the tester will display “SHORT” and indicate the approximate distance to the short location.

If fault is an OPEN:

While measuring coax cable, if an open is encountered, the tester will display “OPEN” and show a red X and indicate the approximate distance to the open location.
NOTE: Cable length is determined by the Velocity of Propagation (VoP) of the cable. Ensure the correct VoP is entered for accurate length measurements. See VoP section for more detail.

A. Length measurement (pairs)
B. Test result
C. Remote ID number
D. Cable Type Indicator
E. Cable Type Button (press “Soft Key” Button 5 to change)
F. One-Time / Continuous Test Button (Continuous Mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change) NOTE: in One-Time Test mode, press Enter Button 12 to repeat test
G. Save Button (press “Soft Key” Button 7 )

IDENTIFYING INSTALLED RJ45 CABLE (FIG. 1):

Insert a numbered LanMap™ Location ID Remote 23 into the RJ45 port of each room that needs to be identified. Write down numbers and room names for later reference.
Take the VDV Scout® Pro Max to the wiring closet or router (the source of the internet connection).
Connect an unknown cable to the RJ45 port 15 .
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Data Mode Icon E1 and press the Enter Button 12 to begin the ID test. The LCD will read “ID#” F , where “#” is the ID number of the LanMap™
Location ID Remote 23 connected to the other side of the cable. Compare this number to the number/room pair list you made in Step 1 and mark the cable with a piece of labeled tape.
Repeat the process for each unknown cable until all have been labeled. You can use these labels to determine which rooms should be connected to the router, or to troubleshoot intermittent connections in the future.

IDENTIFYING INSTALLED RJ11/RJ12 VOICE CABLE (FIG. 1):

Insert a numbered LanMap™ Location ID Remote 23 into the RJ11/RJ12 port of each room that needs to be identified. Write down numbers and room names for later reference.
Take the VDV Scout® Pro Max to the wiring closet or router (the source of the internet connection).
Connect an unknown cable to the RJ11/RJ12 port 15 .
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Data Mode Icon E1 and press the Enter Button 12 to begin the ID test. The LCD will read “ID#” F , where “#” is the ID number of the LanMap™ Location ID Remote 23 connected to the other side of the cable. Compare this number to the number/room pair list you made in step 1 and mark the cable with a piece of labeled tape.
Repeat the process for each unknown cable until all have been labeled. You can use these labels to determine which rooms should be connected to the router, or to troubleshoot intermittent connections in the future.

IDENTIFYING INSTALLED COAX CABLE (FIG. 2):

Insert a numbered CoaxMap™ Location ID Remote into the F- connector port of each room that needs to be identified. Write down numbers and room names for later reference.
Take the VDV Scout® Pro Max to the wiring closet or cable splitter (the source of the cable connection).
Insert the Female F-Barrel Connector 25 into the Coax F-Connector Port 16 , then connect one end of a coax-terminated cable to the Barrel Connector.
Use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Coax Mode Icon E3 and press the Enter Button 12 to begin the ID test. The LCD will read “ID#” F , where “#” is the ID number of the CoaxMap™ Location ID Remote 24 connected to the other side of the cable. Compare this number to the number/room pair list you made in step 1 and mark the cable with a piece of labeled tape.
Repeat the process for each unknown cable until all have been labeled. You can use these labels to determine which rooms should be connected to the router, or to troubleshoot intermittent connections in the future.

POTS (PLAIN-OLD-TELEPHONE-SERVICE) TESTING

1. Insert one end of the RJ11 20 or RJ12 21 cable into the RJ11/RJ12 port 17 , and the other end into the receptacle to test.
2. From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the POTS Mode Icon E4 and press the Enter Button 12 .
3. The tester will will measure the Tip and Ring voltages.
4. The LCD screen will display the results.

NOTE: Ensure the proper Testing Indicator E is displayed for the type of test being performed. The test type can be changed by pressing the Normal/Reverse “Soft Key” Button 4 . Testing with the incorrect test type
selected will cause inaccurate test results.
NOTE: On a standard two-wire telephone line, POTS voltage is measured between RING (RJ11 Red wire, position 4) and TIP (RJ11 Green wire, position 3) connections. In the NORMAL configuration, RING has a nominal -48VDC potential with respect to TIP, with an acceptable range of -42 VDC to -54 VDC. This is reversed for the REVERSE configuration.

A. Wiremap (will also display any faults detected)
B. Measured voltage
C. Test result
D. Test result
E. Normal (Phone) or Reverse (Fax) Testing Indicator
F. Normal/Reverse Testing (press “Soft Key” Button 4 to change)
G. One-Time / Continuous Test Button (One-Time mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change) NOTE: in One-Time Test mode, press Enter Button 12 to repeat test
H. Save Button (press “Soft Key” Button 7 )

PoE (POWER OVER ETHERNET) TESTING
The VDV Scout® Pro Max can detect IEEE standards 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the PoE Mode Icon E5 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Plug one end of an RJ45-terminated cable into the RJ45 port 15 , and the other end into the receptacle to test.
Press the Enter Button 12 to begin testing.
The LCD screen will display the results.

VDV SCOUT ® PRO MAX DETECTABLE STANDARDS

PROPERTY| 802.3af (802.3at TYPE 1)

“PoE”

A. Connection type
B. Detected PoE type
C. Wiring mode: • “A” (Pairs 1/2 and 3/6) • “B” (Pairs 4/5 and 7/8) • “4-Pair”
D. Measured voltage
E. PoE / Active Network Test Button (One-Time mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 4 to change)
F. Save Button (press “Soft Key” Button 7 )
G. Maximum wattage for detected PoE

ACTIVE NETWORK TESTING
The VDV Scout® Pro Max can detect ethernet standards 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T, and 10GBase-T.

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Active Network Testing Mode Icon E9 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Insert one end of the RJ45 19 , RJ11 20 or RJ12 21 cable into the appropriate port 15 or 17 , and the other end into the receptacle to test.
Press the Enter Button 12 to begin testing.
The LCD screen will display the results.

A. Connection type
B. MDI detected indicator
C. PoE / Active Ntework Test Button (One-Time mode shown, press “Soft Key” Button 4 to change)
D. Save Button (press “Soft Key” Button 7 )
E. Ethernet standard

ANALOG TONE TRACING ON INSTALLED RJ45/RJ11/RJ12 (FIG. 3) OR COAX CABLE (FIG. 4)
Use an analog tracing probe (Klein Tools VDV500-123 or VDV500-223 recommended) when performing analog tone generation.

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Analog Toning Icon E6 and press the Enter Button 12 .
If toning RJ45, RJ11, or RJ12 cable: Insert one end of the RJ45 19 , RJ11 20 or RJ12 21 cable into the appropriate port 15 , 16 or 17 , and the other end into the receptacle to test.
If testing coax cable: Insert the Female F-Barrel Connector 25 into the Coax F-Connector Port 16 , then connect one end of a coax-terminated cable to the Barrel Connector, and the other end into the receptacle to test.
Select the appropriate settings for the cable being toned. NOTE: The Coax F-Connector Port 16 transmits tone on pins 7-8 only. If toning coax cable, ensure that the tone is being generated on pins 7-8.
Use the probe to determine the wire(s) on which the tone is being transmitted (see tone probe instruction manual for details). NOTE: If the cable being toned is in close proximity to other cables and tone is detected on multiple cables, the tone will be loudest on the cable connected to the tester.

For best results wire should NOT be energized

A. Wire(s) being toned
B. Cable type & VoP
C. Toned wire selector (press “Soft Key” Button 4 to change)
D. Toning frequency (press “Soft Key” Button 5 to change)
Digital/Analog toning select (press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change)
Auto Power-Off settings (press “Soft Key” Button 7 to change) Wiring standard being tested (changeable in SETTINGS)
H. Auto Power-Off time
I. Toning type and frequency

DIGITAL TONE TRACING ON INSTALLED RJ45/RJ11/RJ12 (FIG. 5)
Digital toning requires Klein Tools VDV500-223 Probe; other probes are not compatible with this function.

Press the Power Button 3 to turn on the tester.
From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Digital Toning Icon E7 and press the Enter Button 12 .
If toning RJ45, RJ11, or RJ12 cable: Insert one end of the RJ45 19 , RJ11 20 or RJ12 21 cable into the appropriate port 15 , 16 or 17 , and the other end into the receptacle to test.
Select the appropriate settings for the cable being toned.
Use the probe to determine the wire(s) on which the tone is being transmitted (see tone probe instruction manual for details). NOTE: If the cable being toned is in close proximity to other cables and tone is detected on multiple cables, the tone will be loudest on the cable connected to the tester.

For best results wire should NOT be energized

A. Wire(s) being toned
B. Cable type & VoP
C. Toned wire selector (press “Soft Key” Button 4 to change)
D. Digital/Analog toning select (press “Soft Key” Button 6 to change)
Auto Power-Off settings (press “Soft Key” Button 7 to change) Wiring standard being tested (changeable in SETTINGS)
G. Auto Power-Off time
H. Toning type

HUB BLINK

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Hub Blink Icon E8 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Insert one end of the RJ45 19 , RJ11 20 or RJ12 21 cable into the appropriate port 15 or 17 , and the other end into the receptacle to hub blink.
Toggle “Soft Key” Button #1 4 to enable Hub blink on and off.

SAVING TEST RESULTS

After performing a test from either the Data, Voice, Coax, POTS, POE, or Active Network functions, press “Soft Key” Button 7 to save.
To save with default naming, press “Soft Key” Button 7 (green check mark).
To edit file name before saving, press “Soft Key” Button 5 (“Edit”). A keyboard will show on the display. Navigate the keyboard using the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to enter a new file name.
To save with the new file name, press “Soft Key” Button 7 (green check mark).

RECALLING SAVED TEST RESULTS
Saved results can be retrieved and reviewed with the RECALL function.

From the Home Screen, use the Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 to navigate to the Recall Icon E10 and press the Enter Button 12 .
Use the Up and Down Arrow Buttons 8 , 9 to navigate to the desired test results and press the Enter Button 12 .

A. Record number
B. Type of test performed
C. Page Up Button (press “Soft Key” Button 5 to navigate)
D. Page Down Button (press “Soft Key” Button 6 to navigate)
E. Date of Test
F. Time of Test

EXPORTING SAVED TEST RESULTS
Saved results can be retrieved in the RECALL section.

Connect the USB-C end of supplied USB cable 27 to the USB-C port 26 , and the USB-A end to a computer .
Open the computer’s file explorer and locate the “VDV501-770” folder. The saved data will be named “SPM_EXPORT”, saved in .CSV format.
Copy/save the “SPM_EXPORT” from the “VDV501-770” folder to a permanent location.
Disconnect the tester from the computer when finished. The “VDV501-770” folder will no longer appear in the file explorer.

DELETING SAVED TEST RESULTS
To Delete Individual Results:

From the Home Screen use the Arrow Buttons 8 9 10 11 to the Recall Icon and press the Enter Button 12
Use the Up and Down Arrow Buttons 8 9 to navigate to the desired test result and press the soft key 4 to start delete process.

When prompted to “Confirm Delete” use either soft key 1 or 4 to confirm deletion.

TO DELETE ALL RESULTS

From the Home Screen use the Arrow Buttons 8 9 10 11 to the Recall Icon and press the Enter Button 12
Press soft key 4 to start the delete process. Press soft key 3 to prompt delete all.
When prompted to “CONFIRM DELETE ALL” use either soft key 1 or 3 to confirm deletion.

BATTERY INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT
Loosen the screw in the battery cover 18 with #2 Phillips screwdriver and remove cover. THEN: MAIN BATTERIES (3× AA, REQUIRE INSTALLATION BEFORE FIRST USE)

If replacing batteries, remove and recycle spent batteries.
Install three AA alkaline batteries 28 , noting proper polarity.

INTERNAL CLOCK BATTERY (CR2032, PRE-INSTALLED)

Using a flathead screwdriver, rotate Internal Clock Battery Cover 29 to the unlock position to remove.
Pry out exhausted CR2032 battery 30 with a flathead screwdriver, using the pry slot next to the icon.
Install new CR2032 battery, noting proper polarity.
Replace cover and rotate back to the locked position until it clicks into place. Do not over tighten. THEN: Replace main battery cover and tighten screw. Do not over tighten.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

VDV770-770 Replacement Self-Storing Test + MapTM ID Remote
VDV999-770 Replacement Lead Set
VDV770-129 Replacement Case

CLEANING
Turn instrument off and disconnect any cables. Clean the instrument by using a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.

STORAGE
Remove the batteries when the instrument 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 Specifications section, allow the instrument to return to normal operating conditions before using it.

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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