Black Box TS580A-R4 User manual

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BL A C K B O X®
Digitally certify cables and devices
in Gigabit Etthernet networks.
CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier
TS580A-R4

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FCC and IC RFI Statements
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY
INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-
frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that
is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may
cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of
Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference,
in which case the user at his own expense will be required
to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct
the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for
radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán
ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser
guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus
instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser
seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—
por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano
mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con
carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el
fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al
techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al
equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones
de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a
personal de servicio calificado.

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NOM Statement
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su
posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato
eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie
similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar
en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los
orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de
fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor,
estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que
producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente
de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de
operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra
fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal
manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos
colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular
atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del
aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de
acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser
localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando
el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos
liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios
de ventilación.

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NOM Statement
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto
cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro
del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un
cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Trademarks Used in this Manual
Trademarks Used in this Manual
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered
trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc.
Microsoft, Excel, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
UNIX is a registered trademark of X/Open Company Ltd.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications .....................................................................8
2. Overview ..........................................................................9
2.1 Introduction...............................................................9
2.2 Features .....................................................................9
2.3 What’s Included ......................................................10
2.4 Applications............................................................. 11
2.5 The LPV List of Functions...........................................13
3. The Three Phases of LAN Installation ..............................15
4. Faceplate Description .......................................................16
5. Documenting Test Results................................................18
6. Operation ........................................................................ 19
6.1 Powering On and Backlighting................................19
6.2 The Main Unit’s Navigation Button.........................20
6.3 Main Menu..............................................................20
6.3.1 CAT5/6 UTP Cable Testing............................21
6.3.2 CAT5/6 UTP LPV Level 1...............................22
6.3.3 CAT5/6 UTP LPV Level 2...............................29
6.3.4 Reviewing CAT5/6 UTP Test Results.............32
6.3.5 CAT5/6 Basic Test.........................................40
6.3.6 Coax Testing .................................................44
6.4 Naming/Saving Test Results ....................................47
6.5 Reviewing/Erasing Printer Memory......................... 51
6.6 Printing from a PC...................................................54
6.7 Network Testing ......................................................60
6.7.1 Scan One Port................................................ 61
6.7.2 Monitor Inline................................................64
6.7.3 Send Beacon................................................. 67
Appendix A. Straight-through Cable Coupler.......................69
Appendix B. Ping and TCP/IP Debugging Tools....................70
Appendix C. Examples of UTP Cable Faults..........................75
Appendix D. Making a Correct UTP Cable ...........................79

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Power — (2) 9-V batteries (one for test unit and one for probe)
Size — Test unit: 6"H x 3.125"W x 1.5"D (15.2 x 7.9 x 3.8 cm);
Probe: 1.5"H x 1.5"W x 8"L (3.8 x 3.8 x 20.3 cm)
Weight — Kit: 2.05 lb. (0.93 kg);
Test Unit: 0.5 lb. (0.23 kg);
Probe: 0.25 lb. (0.11 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
Over half of all network problems are caused by faulty cables.
And with network speeds increasing exponentially, the need for
affordable, sophisticated test equipment is more apparent than
ever before.
With the CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier, you can check
your network cabling and devices to ensure they work at the
speeds promised by their manufacturers. Ideal for IT managers
and technicians responsible for cabling and network hardware,
the CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier enables you to quickly
spot slow cables, bad connectors, incorrect wiring, improper
lengths, and low signal levels from hubs, switches, PCs, and
other LAN hardware. It digitally certifies cables and devices in
Gigabit Ethernet networks.
You can also decode your network devices’ capabilities and
signal levels, and even place the tester in-line between any two
devices to determine the negotiated speed. Or perform single-
side tests without powering down devices or unplugging cables.
2.2 Features
• Verify that cables and LAN hardware perform at their
advertised speeds.
• High-speed TDR provides nanosecond-accurate results.
• Locates opens, shorts, and splits, and pinpoints the exact
distance to the fault or split.
• Stores up to 250 test results you can download to your PC via
the USB port.
• Includes a toner/probe to locate wires in crowded wiring
closets.
• Tests 10-, 100-, and 1000-Mbps devices for data signal levels.

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Chapter 2: Overview
• Enables you to test in-line between two devices to determine
the autonegotiated speed.
• Sophisticated algorithm converts test results into easy-to-read
graphs that clearly show the cable’s speed capability
(CAT3/5/5e/6).
• Transfer the test results from up to 250 stored tests to your
PC’s Excel®spreadsheet via the USB port.
2.3 What’s Included
• (1) tester
• (1) tuner/probe
• (2) CAT5e cables
• (1) RJ-45 to coax adapter
• (1) USB cable
• (1) results tablet
• “Passed” stickers
• (2) 9-volt batteries
• (1) software CD
• (1) case
• This user’s manual
CAUTION: When connecting, the LAN Performance Verifier
has two RJ-45 jacks (“LEFT,” “RIGHT”). The LEFT
jack is for testing cables (the jack is not protected
from voltages).
The RIGHT jack is for testing switches (it is
protected from PoE voltage).
Protect the LPV from telephone and Power over
Ethernet (PoE) voltages by using the "RIGHT"
socket when connecting to these devices and
when toning.