Fluke CableAnalyzer DTX-1500 User manual

PN 4615636 February 2015, Rev. 1 6/2015
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DTX-1500
CableAnalyzer™
Getting Started Guide
The DTX-1500 CableAnalyzerTM is a rugged, hand-held instrument used to certify,
troubleshoot, and document copper cabling installations.
Accessing the Product Manuals
This guide provides basic information to help you get started using the tester. For more
detailed information, see the latest versions of the DTX-1500 CableAnalyzer Users Manual
and the DTX-1500 Technical Reference Handbook provided on the Fluke Networks
website. Go to www.flukenetworks.com, click SUPPORT > Manuals,then select DTX
CableAnalyzer Series.
Safety Information
Warning
To prevent possible fire, electric shock, or personal injury:
 Read all safety information before you use the Product.
 Carefully read all instructions.
 Do not connect the tester to telephony inputs, systems, or equipment,
including ISDN inputs. Doing so is a misapplication of this product, which
could result in damage to the tester and create a potential shock hazard
to the user.
Warning or Caution: Risk of damage or destruction to equipment or
software. See explanations in the manuals.
Warning: Risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
This key turns the Product on and off.

 Do not open the case. You cannot repair or replace parts in the case.
 Do not modify the Product.
 Use only replacement parts that are approved by Fluke Networks.
 Do not touch voltages > 30 V AC rms, 42 V AC peak, or 60 V DC.
 Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or wet
environments.
 Use this Product indoors only.
 Do not connect the Product to voltages that are higher than the
maximum voltage rating for the Product.
 For Products that have multiple connectors for different types of tests on
copper cabling, disconnect unused test leads from the connectors before
you do a test.
 Use the Product only as specified, or the protection supplied by the
Product can be compromised.
 Do not use and disable the Product if it is damaged.
 Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.
 Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can cause burns or explode. If
exposure to chemicals occurs, clean with water and get medical aid.
 Remove the batteries if the Product is not used for an extended period of
time, or if stored in temperatures above 50 °C. If the batteries are not
removed, battery leakage can damage the Product.
 The battery door must be closed and locked before you operate the
Product.
 Repair the Product before use if the battery leaks.
 Recharge the batteries when the low battery indicator shows to prevent
incorrect measurements.
 Turn off the Product and disconnect all test leads, patch cords, and cables
before you replace the battery.
 Do not disassemble or crush battery cells and battery packs.
 Do not put battery cells and battery packs near heat or fire. Do not put in
sunlight.
 Do not operate the Product with covers removed or the case open.
Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.
 Remove the input signals before you clean the Product.
 Have an approved technician repair the Product.
 Do not put metal objects into connectors.

 For Products with rechargeable batteries, use only AC adapters approved
by Fluke Networks for use with the Product to supply power to the
Product and charge the battery.
Caution
To prevent damage to the Product or cables under test and to
prevent data loss, read all safety information given in all
documentation supplied with the Product.
Powering the Tester
 You may power the tester with the ac adapter included or with the removable lithium
ion battery pack.
 You may charge the battery when it is attached or detached from the tester
(Figure 1).
 The battery charges fully in about 4 hours with the tester off. A fully-charged battery
lasts for at least 12 hours of typical use.
Y01.EPS
Figure 1. Charging the Battery (left) and Removing the Battery (right)
Setting the Reference
The reference procedure sets a baseline for insertion loss, ACR-F, and DC resistance
measurements.
Run the tester’s reference procedure at the following times:
 When you want to use the tester with a different smart remote. You can reference
the tester to two different smart remotes.
 Every 30 days. Doing so ensures maximum accuracy of test results.
You do not need to set the reference after changing link interface adapters.

To set the reference, do the following:
Note
Turn on the tester and smart remote and let them sit for 1 minute
before setting the reference. Set the reference only after the testers
have reached an ambient temperature between 10  C and 40  C (50  F
and 104
 F).
1 Connect the main and remote testers together as shown in Figure 2.
2 Turn the rotary switch to SPECIAL FUNCTIONS.
3 Highlight Set Reference; then press .
4 Press .
Y04.EPS
Figure 2. Twisted Pair Reference Connections
Preparing to Save Tests
 Check the memory space available:
Turn the rotary switch to SPECIAL FUNCTIONS; then select Memory Status.
 Select a cable ID source:
You can select IDs from a pre-generated list or create an ID after each test. Turn the
rotary switch to SETUP, select Instrument Settings, select Cable ID Source; then select a
source.
 Set up a job folder:
On the Instrument Settings menu select Current Folder. Select an existing folder or
press Create Folder to create a new folder.
 Enter job information:
On the Instrument Settings menu press to show the tab with the Operator, Site, and
Company names. To enter a new name, select a setting, press Create if necessary;
then use the softkeys,  , and for editing. Press when you
are finished.
6 inch (15 cm)
RJ45 reference patch cord
Cat 6A/Class EAchannel
adapters Optional
permanent link
adapter
Channel
adapter

Autotest on Twisted Pair Cabling
1 Attach adapters appropriate for the job to the tester and the smart remote.
2 Turn the rotary switch to SETUP, then select Twisted Pair. Set the following on the
Twisted Pair tab:
 Cable Type: Select a list of cable types; then select the cable type to be tested.
 Test Li mi t : Select the test limit required for the job. The screen shows the last nine
limits used. Press More to see other lists of limits.
3 Turn the rotary switch to AUTOTEST and turn on the smart remote. Connect to the
cabling as shown in Figure 3 or 4.
4 Press on the tester or smart remote. To stop the test at any time, press .
5 The tester shows the Autotest Summary screen when the test is complete (Figure 5). To
view results for a specific parameter, use to highlight the parameter;
then press .
6 If the Autotest failed, press Fault Info for possible causes of the failure.
7 To save the results, press . Select or create a cable ID; then press again.
Y02.EPS
Figure 3. Channel Test Connections

Y03.EPS
Figure 4. Permanent Link Test Connections
Autotest Summary Results
 PASS: All parameters are within
limits.
FAIL: One or more parameters
exceed the limit.
PASS*/FAIL*: One or more
parameters are within the
tester’s accuracy uncertainty
range, and the “*” notation is
required by the selected test
standard.
 Press or to scroll the
screen.
 If the test failed, press for
diagnostic information.
 Action prompt for the screen.
Use to highlight
a parameter; then press .
 : The test passed.
: The parameter was measured,
but has no PASS/FAIL limit in the
selected test limit.
X: The test failed.
AMD77F.EPS
Figure 5. Autotest Summary
for Twisted Pair Cabling
: See  PASS*/FAIL*.
 The worst margin found for the test.
Optional
consolidation
point
Patch panel
Wall
outlet
Horizontal cabling
End
permanent
link
Start
permanent
link
Tester with optional
permanent link adapter
Smart remote with
optional permanent
link adapter
TALK
MONITOR
ENTER
TEST
SAVE
SPECIAL
FUNCTIONS
SETUP
AUTO
TEST
SINGLE
TEST
EXIT
F1 F2 F3
TEST
LOW BATTERY
TONE
TALK
FAIL
TEST
PASS
TALK

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General Specifications
Certifications and Compliance
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Tempe r a t u re Operating: 0 °C to +45 °C; Storage: -20 °C to +60 °C
Altitude Operating: 4,000 m (3,048 m with AC adapter)
Storage: 12,000 m
Conformite Europeene. Conforms to the requirements of the European
Union and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
Listed by the Canadian Standards Association.
Conforms to relevant Australian standards.
CFR Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B

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