Fluke DTX Series Use and care manual

DTX Series
CableAnalyzerTM
Technical Reference Handbook
April 2004
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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
1 Getting Acquainted...................................................................................................... 1-1
Overview of Features ................................................................................................... 1-1
Registration .................................................................................................................. 1-2
Contacting Fluke Networks ......................................................................................... 1-2
Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information ................................................. 1-3
Unpacking..................................................................................................................... 1-3
DTX-1800.................................................................................................................. 1-3
DTX-1200.................................................................................................................. 1-4
DTX-LT...................................................................................................................... 1-4
DTX-MFM Multimode Fiber Modules (optional).................................................... 1-5
DTX-SFM Singlemode Fiber Modules (optional).................................................... 1-5
Safety Information ....................................................................................................... 1-6
Basic Features ............................................................................................................... 1-8
Physical Features...................................................................................................... 1-8
Changing the Language.......................................................................................... 1-14
Powering the Tester ................................................................................................ 1-14
About Link Interface Adapters and Modules......................................................... 1-18

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Verifying Operation................................................................................................. 1-21
Checking the Hardware and Software Versions..................................................... 1-22
The Main Autotest Screen ....................................................................................... 1-22
Setting User Preferences............................................................................................... 1-24
Changing the Date, Time, and Date/Time Formats................................................ 1-24
Changing the Length Units ..................................................................................... 1-24
Adjusting the Display Contrast................................................................................ 1-24
Setting the Power Down Timer............................................................................... 1-25
Setting the Backlight Timer..................................................................................... 1-25
Enabling or Disabling the Beeper ........................................................................... 1-26
Overview of Memory Features..................................................................................... 1-26
Formatting the Memory Card (DTX-1800 and DTX-1200)..................................... 1-26
Creating Folders....................................................................................................... 1-26
Setting the Storage Location (DTX-1800 and DTX-1200)...................................... 1-27
Options for Entering Cable IDs................................................................................ 1-28
Using the Talk Mode..................................................................................................... 1-30
About LinkWare and LinkWare Stats Software .......................................................... 1-30
2 Tutorials on Setup and Test Procedure....................................................................... 2-1
Preparing to Save Tests................................................................................................. 2-1
Step 1: Checking the Memory Space Available ...................................................... 2-1
Step 2: Entering Job Information............................................................................ 2-2
Step 3: Setting Up a Job Folder ............................................................................... 2-4
Step 4: Setting the Storage Location (DTX-1800 and DTX-1200) .......................... 2-4
Step 5: Selecting a Cable ID Source......................................................................... 2-5
Certifying Twisted Pair Cabling.................................................................................... 2-5
Required Equipment................................................................................................ 2-6
Step 1: Checking the Battery Status and Verifying Operation

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with Twisted Pair Adapters..................................................................................... 2-7
Step 2: Selecting a Cable Type and Test Limit........................................................ 2-8
Step 3: Running the Autotest ................................................................................. 2-8
Step 4: Viewing the Autotest Results ..................................................................... 2-11
Step 5: Saving the Results ....................................................................................... 2-12
Certifying Fiber Cabling............................................................................................... 2-12
Required Equipment ............................................................................................... 2-12
Step 1: Installing the Fiber Modules....................................................................... 2-14
Step 2: Checking the Battery Status and Verifying Operation
with Fiber Modules.................................................................................................. 2-14
Step 3: Selecting a Fiber Type and Test Limit......................................................... 2-15
Step 4: Configuring the Fiber Test.......................................................................... 2-16
Step 5: Setting the Reference ................................................................................. 2-16
Step 6: Running the Test......................................................................................... 2-18
Step 7: Viewing the Results..................................................................................... 2-19
Step 8: Saving the Results ....................................................................................... 2-20
Using the Auto Increment and Sequential Cable ID Features ................................... 2-20
Using the Auto Increment Feature......................................................................... 2-20
Creating a List of Sequential IDs............................................................................. 2-21
About ANSI/TIA/EIA-606-A Cable IDs...................................................................... 2-24
3 Certifying Twisted Pair Cabling................................................................................... 3-1
Setting the Reference .................................................................................................. 3-1
Twisted Pair Test Settings ............................................................................................ 3-3
Equipment for Certifying Twisted Pair Cabling..................................................... 3-6
Autotest on Twisted Pair Cabling........................................................................... 3-6
Twisted Pair Autotest Results ...................................................................................... 3-9
Automatic Diagnostics ............................................................................................ 3-11

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PASS*/FAIL* Results.................................................................................................. 3-12
Wire Map.................................................................................................................. 3-13
Resistance ................................................................................................................. 3-15
Characteristic Impedance......................................................................................... 3-15
Length....................................................................................................................... 3-16
Propagation Delay and Delay Skew........................................................................ 3-17
Insertion Loss............................................................................................................ 3-18
NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk)....................................................................................... 3-20
ACR (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio) ..................................................................... 3-22
Return Loss ............................................................................................................... 3-24
PSNEXT (Power Sum Near End Crosstalk) Test........................................................ 3-26
PSACR (Power Sum Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio) Test ...................................... 3-26
ELFEXT (Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk) Test........................................................... 3-26
PSELFEXT Test........................................................................................................... 3-29
Running Single Tests..................................................................................................... 3-29
Monitoring Impulse Noise............................................................................................ 3-31
Using the Tone Generator............................................................................................ 3-34
4 Diagnosing Twisted Pair Cabling Faults...................................................................... 4-1
Using the Automatic Diagnostics................................................................................. 4-1
Avoiding Tester-Induced Failures................................................................................. 4-1
Common Causes of Twisted Pair Test Failures............................................................. 4-2
The HDTDX Analyzer.................................................................................................... 4-9
Running the HDTDX Analyzer................................................................................. 4-9
Recognizing Faults on HDTDX Plots........................................................................ 4-11
The HDTDR Analyzer .................................................................................................... 4-12
Running the HDTDR Analyzer................................................................................. 4-12
Recognizing Faults on HDTDR Plots........................................................................ 4-12

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5 Certifying Fiber Optic Cabling..................................................................................... 5-1
Overview of Features ................................................................................................... 5-1
Physical Features...................................................................................................... 5-3
Installing and Removing Fiber Modules................................................................. 5-4
Verifying Operation ................................................................................................ 5-4
Essentials for Reliable Fiber Test Results..................................................................... 5-5
Cleaning Connectors and Adapters........................................................................ 5-5
About Setting the Reference .................................................................................. 5-6
Using Mandrels for Testing Multimode Fiber........................................................ 5-7
Testing Your Patch Cords........................................................................................ 5-8
Fiber Test Settings........................................................................................................ 5-9
Autotest in Smart Remote Mode................................................................................. 5-14
Setting the Reference for Smart Remote Mode .................................................... 5-16
Running the Autotest in Smart Remote Mode...................................................... 5-18
Smart Remote Mode Autotest Results ................................................................... 5-20
Autotest in Loopback Mode ........................................................................................ 5-22
Setting the Reference in Loopback Mode.............................................................. 5-24
Running the Autotest in Loopback Mode.............................................................. 5-26
Loopback Mode Autotest Results........................................................................... 5-28
Autotest in Far End Source Mode................................................................................ 5-30
Setting the Reference in Far End Source Mode ..................................................... 5-32
Running the Autotest in Far End Source Mode..................................................... 5-34
Far End Source Mode Autotest Results .................................................................. 5-36
Bi-Directional Testing................................................................................................... 5-38
Bi-Directional Results for Smart Remote Mode ..................................................... 5-38
Bi-Directional Results for Loopback Mode............................................................. 5-38
Finding Connections with FindFiber............................................................................ 5-40

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Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode................................................................. 5-40
Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode......................................................................... 5-44
Using the Power Meter................................................................................................. 5-46
Running Single Tests..................................................................................................... 5-49
Using the Remote Tester with an OptiFiberTester.................................................. 5-49
6 Locating Fibers and Faults with the Visual Fault Locator .......................................... 6-1
Visual Fault Locator Applications................................................................................. 6-1
Using the Visual Fault Locator ..................................................................................... 6-2
7 Diagnosing Fiber Cabling Faults.................................................................................. 7-1
Common Causes of Failures.......................................................................................... 7-1
Diagnosing Failures ...................................................................................................... 7-2
8 Memory Functions........................................................................................................ 8-1
Storage Locations and Capacities ................................................................................ 8-1
Checking the Memory Status ....................................................................................... 8-2
Setting the Storage Location (DTX-1800, DTX-1200).................................................. 8-3
Working with Folders................................................................................................... 8-3
Creating a New Folder............................................................................................. 8-3
Changing Folders ..................................................................................................... 8-4
Deleting Folders....................................................................................................... 8-5
Viewing and Managing Saved Results......................................................................... 8-6
Moving or Copying Results to a Memory Card (DTX-1800, DTX-1200) ................. 8-7
Deleting Results ....................................................................................................... 8-7
Sorting Results.......................................................................................................... 8-8
Formatting a Memory Card (DTX-1800, DTX-1200) .................................................... 8-8
Memory Card Care (DTX-1800, DTX-1200) .................................................................. 8-9

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Uploading Results to a PC............................................................................................ 8-9
9 Maintenance and Specifications ................................................................................. 9-1
Maintenance................................................................................................................. 9-1
Reference Procedure for Link Interface Adapters ................................................. 9-1
Factory Calibration .................................................................................................. 9-2
Updating the Tester’s Software.............................................................................. 9-2
Cleaning................................................................................................................... 9-5
Resetting the Battery Gauge................................................................................... 9-6
Replacing the Battery.............................................................................................. 9-6
Fiber Test Module Maintenance............................................................................. 9-7
Storage.......................................................................................................................... 9-7
If Something Seems Wrong ......................................................................................... 9-7
Options and Accessories............................................................................................... 9-10
Specifications................................................................................................................ 9-14
Environmental and Regulatory Specifications....................................................... 9-14
Service Calibration Period....................................................................................... 9-15
Standard Link Interface Adapters........................................................................... 9-15
Cable Types Tested .................................................................................................. 9-15
Time for Autotest .................................................................................................... 9-16
Summary of Performance Specifications................................................................ 9-16
Length...................................................................................................................... 9-16
Propagation Delay................................................................................................... 9-17
Delay Skew............................................................................................................... 9-17
DC Loop Resistance Test.......................................................................................... 9-17
Typical Measurement Accuracy............................................................................... 9-21
HDTDXAnalyzer Specifications for Cables <100 m (328 ft)................................ 9-26
HDTDRAnalyzer Specifications for Cables <100 m (328 ft)................................ 9-26

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Characteristic Impedance......................................................................................... 9-26
Impulse Noise ........................................................................................................... 9-26
DTX-MFM/DTX-SFM Fiber Module Specifications................................................... 9-27
Visual Fault Locator.................................................................................................. 9-31
Tone Generator........................................................................................................ 9-31
Power........................................................................................................................ 9-32
Electromagnetic Compatibility................................................................................ 9-32
Input Ratings............................................................................................................ 9-32
Certification and Compliance.................................................................................. 9-32
CSA Standards .......................................................................................................... 9-33
Safety........................................................................................................................ 9-33
Laser Classification and Safety for DTX-MFM and DTX-SFM Fiber Modules......... 9-33
Memory for Test Results .......................................................................................... 9-33
Serial Interfaces........................................................................................................ 9-34
Dimensions (without adapter or module) .............................................................. 9-34
Weight (without adapter or module)..................................................................... 9-34
Display ...................................................................................................................... 9-34
Appendices
A Fiber Test Method Reference Tables .................................................................... A-1
B Loss Test Methods for Fiber Cabling..................................................................... B-1
Index

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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1-1. International Electrical Symbols ......................................................................................... 1-6
3-1. Twisted Pair Test Settings ................................................................................................... 3-3
3-2. Smart Remote Requirements for Single Tests.................................................................... 3-30
4-1. Diagnosing Twisted Pair Test Failures ................................................................................ 4-2
5-1. TIA/EIA-568-B.1 and ISO/IEC TR 14763-3 Mandrel Requirements...................................... 5-7
5-2. Fiber Test Settings ............................................................................................................... 5-9
7-1. Causes of Failures in Fiber Links ......................................................................................... 7-1
7-2. Diagnosing Fiber Test Failures............................................................................................ 7-2
9-1. Troubleshooting the Tester ................................................................................................ 9-8
9-2. Options and Accessories...................................................................................................... 9-10
9-3. Level IV Accuracy Performance Parameters per IEC Guidelines........................................ 9-18
9-4. DTX RS-232 Cable Pin Connections..................................................................................... 9-34
A-1. Test Method Names............................................................................................................. A-1
A-2. Test Methods Required by Standards................................................................................. A-2

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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1-1. Tester Front Panel Features ................................................................................................ 1-8
1-2. Tester Side and Top Panel Features.................................................................................... 1-10
1-3. Smart Remote Features....................................................................................................... 1-12
1-4. Charging and Removing the Battery.................................................................................. 1-16
1-5. Checking the Battery Status................................................................................................ 1-18
1-6. Attaching and Removing Adapters.................................................................................... 1-19
1-7. Handling Guidelines for Permanent Link Adapters........................................................... 1-20
1-8. Changing the Personality Module...................................................................................... 1-21
1-9. Self Test Connections .......................................................................................................... 1-22
1-10. The Main Autotest Screen (for Twisted Pair Media).......................................................... 1-24
1-11. Inserting and Removing the Memory Card........................................................................ 1-29
2-1. Using the Text Editing Screen............................................................................................. 2-3
2-2. Equipment for Certifying Twisted Pair Cabling................................................................. 2-6
2-3. Battery Status and Self Test Connections for Twisted Pair Adapters................................ 2-7
2-4. Permanent Link Test Connections ...................................................................................... 2-9
2-5. Channel Test Connections................................................................................................... 2-10
2-6. Autotest Summary and Diagnostic Screens........................................................................ 2-11

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2-7. Equipment for Testing in Smart Remote Mode ................................................................. 2-13
2-8. Installing and Removing Fiber Modules ............................................................................. 2-14
2-9. Self Test Connections for Fiber Modules ............................................................................ 2-15
2-10. Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections..................................................................... 2-17
2-11. Smart Remote Mode Test Connections............................................................................... 2-18
2-12. Summary Results Screen for an Autotest on Fiber............................................................. 2-19
3-1. Twisted Pair Reference Connections................................................................................... 3-2
3-2. Equipment for Certifying Twisted Pair Cabling.................................................................. 3-6
3-3. Permanent Link Test Connections....................................................................................... 3-7
3-4. Channel Test Connections ................................................................................................... 3-8
3-5. Autotest Summary Screen for Twisted Pair Cabling .......................................................... 3-10
3-6. Examples of Automatic Diagnostic Screens........................................................................ 3-11
3-7. PASS* and FAIL* Results ...................................................................................................... 3-12
3-8. Wire Map Examples ............................................................................................................. 3-13
3-9. Resistance Results................................................................................................................. 3-15
3-10. Length Results...................................................................................................................... 3-16
3-11. Propagation Delay and Delay Skew Results ....................................................................... 3-17
3-12. Insertion Loss is a Decrease in Signal Strength................................................................... 3-18
3-13. Insertion Loss Plot ................................................................................................................ 3-19
3-14. Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT)................................................................................................... 3-20
3-15. NEXT Plot.............................................................................................................................. 3-21
3-16. Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio (ACR) ................................................................................. 3-22
3-17. ACR Plot................................................................................................................................ 3-23
3-18. Sources of Return Loss......................................................................................................... 3-24
3-19. Return Loss Plot.................................................................................................................... 3-25
3-20. Far-End Crosstalk (FEXT) ...................................................................................................... 3-27
3-21. ELFEXT Plot........................................................................................................................... 3-28
3-22. Causes and Effects of Noise................................................................................................. 3-31

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3-23. Impulse Noise Test Results .................................................................................................. 3-33
3-24. Using the Tone Generator .................................................................................................. 3-35
4-1. HDTDX Plot.......................................................................................................................... 4-10
4-2. Interpreting HDTDX Plots ................................................................................................... 4-11
4-3. HDTDR Plot .......................................................................................................................... 4-13
4-4. Interpreting HDTDR Plots.................................................................................................... 4-14
5-1. Fiber Module Features ........................................................................................................ 5-3
5-2. Installing and Removing Fiber Modules............................................................................. 5-4
5-3. Self Test Connections for Fiber Modules............................................................................ 5-4
5-4. Wrapping a Patch Cord Around a Mandrel ....................................................................... 5-8
5-5. Example of Hawe to Determine the Number of Adapters................................................ 5-11
5-6. Equipment for Testing in Smart Remote Mode................................................................. 5-15
5-7. Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections (Modified Method B) ................................ 5-17
5-8. Smart Remote Mode Test Connections (Modified Method B).......................................... 5-19
5-10. Smart Remote Mode Summary and Loss Result Screens (unsaved, single-directional).... 5-20
5-11. Equipment for Testing in Loopback Mode ........................................................................ 5-23
5-12. Loopback Mode Reference Connections (Modified Method B)........................................ 5-25
5-13. Loopback Mode Test Connections (Modified Method B).................................................. 5-27
5-15. Loopback Mode Summary and Loss Results Screens (single-directional) ......................... 5-28
5-16. Equipment for Testing in Far End Source Mode................................................................ 5-31
5-17. Far End Source Mode Reference Connections (Modified Method B)............................... 5-33
5-18. Far End Source Mode Test Connections (Modified Method B)......................................... 5-35
5-19. Far End Source Mode Summary and Results Screens......................................................... 5-36
5-20. Unsaved and Saved Bi-Directional Results for Smart Remote Mode................................ 5-39
5-21. Equipment for Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode ................................................... 5-41
5-20. Main Tester Results for FindFiber Test (Smart Remote Mode).......................................... 5-42
5-21. Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode ............................................................................ 5-43
5-22. Equipment for Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode........................................................... 5-44

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5-23. Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode .................................................................................... 5-45
5-24. Equipment for Using the Power Meter .............................................................................. 5-46
5-25. Connections for Monitoring Optical Power ....................................................................... 5-47
5-26. Power Meter Screens ........................................................................................................... 5-48
6-1. Equipment for Using the Visual Fault Locator ................................................................... 6-2
6-2. Using the Visual Fault Locator............................................................................................. 6-3
8-1. Memory Status Screen Features .......................................................................................... 8-2
8-2. View Results Screen ............................................................................................................. 8-6
9-1. Updating the Software with a PC ....................................................................................... 9-3
9-2. Updating the Software with an Updated Tester................................................................ 9-4
9-3. Typical Baseline Insertion Loss Measurement Accuracy..................................................... 9-22
9-4. Typical Baseline NEXT Loss Measurement Accuracy........................................................... 9-23
9-5. Typical Baseline Return Loss Measurement Accuracy ........................................................ 9-24
9-6. Typical Baseline ELFEXT Measurement Accuracy ............................................................... 9-25
B-1. Method A/A.2 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown).............................. B-3
B-2. Modified Method B/A.1 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown) .............. B-5
B-3. Method C/A.3 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown) .............................. B-7
B-4. Alternate Method Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown) ....................... B-9
B-5. Alternate Method Test Connections with Same Connectors at
Each End of the Link (singlemode shown).......................................................................... B-10

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Chapter 1
Getting Acquainted
Overview of Features
The DTX Series CableAnalyzers are rugged, hand-held
instruments used to certify, troubleshoot, and document
twisted pair and fiber cabling installations. The testers
feature the following:
•The DTX-1800 certifies twisted pair cabling to Class F
limits (600 MHz) in less than 45 seconds and
Category 6 cabling in less than 12 seconds. Meets
Level III and proposed Level IV accuracy
requirements.
•The DTX-1200 certifies Category 6 twisted pair
cabling in less than 12 seconds. The DTX-LT certifies
Category 6 in less than 30 seconds. Both meet Level
III and proposed Level IV accuracy requirements.
•Color display clearly indicates PASS/FAIL results.
•Automatic diagnostics report distance to and likely
causes of common faults.
•Toner feature helps you locate jacks and
automatically starts an Autotest upon tone
detection.
•Optional fiber modules let you certify multimode
and singlemode fiber optic cabling.
•Stores up to 250 Cat 6 Autotest results, including
graphical data, in internal memory.
•The DTX-1800 and DTX-1200 store up to 500 Cat 6
Autotest results, including graphical data, on a 16
MB removable memory card.

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•Runs for at least 12 hours on the rechargeable lithium
ion battery pack.
•Smart remote with optional fiber module can be used
with Fluke Networks OF-500 OptiFiberCertifying
OTDR for loss/length certification.
•LinkWaresoftware lets you upload test results to a
PC to create professional-quality test reports. The
LinkWare Stats option generates browsable,
graphical reports of cable test statistics.
Registration
Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you
access to valuable information on product updates,
troubleshooting tips, and other support services.
To register, fill out the online registration form on the
Fluke Networks website at
www.flukenetworks.com/registration.
Contacting Fluke Networks
Note
If you contact Fluke Networks about your tester,
have the tester's software and hardware version
numbers available if possible.
www.flukenetworks.com
[e-mail]
[phone]
•Australia: 61 (2) 8850-3333 or 61 (3) 9329 0244
•Beijing: 86 (10) 6512-3435
•Brazil: 11 3044 1277
•Canada: 1-800-363-5853
•Europe: [phone]
•Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228
•Japan: [phone]
•Korea: 82 2 539-6311
•Singapore: [phone]
•Taiwan: (886) 2-227-83199
•USA: 1-800-283-5853
Visit our website for a complete list of phone numbers.

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Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information 1
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Additional Resources for Cable
Testing Information
The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base answers common
questions about Fluke Networks products and provides
articles on cable testing techniques and technology.
To access the Knowledge Base, log on to
www.flukenetworks.com, then click knowledge base at
the top of the page.
The website cabletesting.com answers common questions
about cable testing and provides articles on testing,
documentation, and standards, and other reference
information.
Unpacking
The DTX Series CableAnalyzers and optional DTX-MFM
and DTX-SFM fiber modules come with the accessories
listed below. If something is damaged or missing, contact
the place of purchase immediately.
DTX-1800
•DTX-1800 CableAnalyzer with lithium-ion battery
pack
•DTX-1800 Smart Remote with lithium-ion battery
pack
•Two Cat 6/Class E permanent link adapters with
personality modules
•Two Cat 6/Class E channel adapters
•Two headsets
•Carrying case
•Carrying strap
•16 MB memory card
•USB cable for PC communications
•DTX RS-232 serial cable for PC communications
•Two ac adapters
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Users Manual
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Product CD
•LinkWare Software CD

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DTX-1200
•DTX-1200 CableAnalyzer with lithium-ion battery
pack
•DTX-1200 Smart Remote with lithium-ion battery
pack
•Two Cat 6/Class E permanent link adapters with
personality modules
•Two Cat 6/Class E channel adapters
•Two headsets
•Carrying case
•Carrying strap
•USB cable for PC communications
•Two ac adapters
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Users Manual
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Product CD
•LinkWare Software CD
DTX-LT
•DTX-LT CableAnalyzer with lithium-ion battery pack
•DTX-LT SmartRemote with lithium-ion battery pack
•Two Cat 6/Class E permanent link adapters with
personality modules
•One Cat 6/Class E channel adapter
•Carrying strap
•USB cable for PC communications
•Two ac adapters
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Users Manual
•DTX Series CableAnalyzer Product CD
•LinkWare Software CD