M Solutions MS-TestPro MS103TDs User manual

MS-TestPro Test Device
Model MS103TDs / MS104B
User’s Manual
Revision A15

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Revision History
Revision
Date
Description
A1
November 2016
First issue
A2
February 2017
General update
A3
March 2017
•Explanation of HDBaseT Link classes
•How to connect the test device for EDID
•Description of test cases
•USB connectivity indicator
A4
April 2017
Cable certification –report generator
A5
July 2017
GUI screenshots update
A6
November 2017
Tx and Rx FW upgrade added
A7
January 2018
GUI-related updates
A8
January 2018
Physical/Mechanical measurement update
A9
April 2018
Model MS104B replaces model MS102TD
A10
Jul 2018
•Wi-Fi Client GUI updated
•New DC Resistance module
A11
Nov 2018
Date/Clock settings added
A12
June 2019
•GUI modifications
•Local PDF certification report
A13
September 2019
New HDMI Cable Tester module
A14
November 2019
HDMI Generator update
A15
March 2020
Adding a logo to certification report & remove PDF Creator
Application

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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................6
1.1 MS-TESTPRO MODELS..........................................................................................................................8
1.2 STANDARD MODULES............................................................................................................................8
1.3 OPTIONAL ADD-ON MODULES ................................................................................................................9
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................10
2.1 OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................10
2.2 MODELS ..........................................................................................................................................11
2.3 SUBSYSTEMS .....................................................................................................................................12
2.4 HDBASETSUPPORT............................................................................................................................13
3. INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................14
3.1 UNPACKING THE UNIT .........................................................................................................................14
4. OPERATING THE TOUCHSCREEN............................................................................................................16
4.1 TEST SETUP.......................................................................................................................................16
4.1.1 MS-TestPro Test Setup ..............................................................................................................16
4.1.2 Connection to System Under Test (SUT).....................................................................................18
4.2 PERFORMING THE TESTS ......................................................................................................................19
4.2.1 Main Screen ..............................................................................................................................19
4.2.2 Information Menu.....................................................................................................................20
4.2.3 HDBaseT Analyzer......................................................................................................................21
4.2.3.1 Basic Analysis...................................................................................................................................22
4.2.3.2 Performance Management ..............................................................................................................23
4.2.3.3 Configuration...................................................................................................................................25
4.2.4 Tools .........................................................................................................................................27
4.2.4.1 HDMI Generator..............................................................................................................................28
4.2.4.2 EDID Analyzer..................................................................................................................................30
4.2.4.3 Certification Report .........................................................................................................................31
4.2.4.4 Log Analyzer....................................................................................................................................37
4.2.4.5 HDBaseT Firmware Update ..............................................................................................................40
4.2.4.6 DCR - DC Resistance Testing.............................................................................................................42
4.2.4.7 HCT - HDMI Cable Testing ................................................................................................................46
4.3 SYSTEM SETUP...................................................................................................................................51
4.3.1 System Upgrade ........................................................................................................................52
4.3.2 System Reboot ..........................................................................................................................52
4.3.3 System Settings.........................................................................................................................53
4.3.3.1 Date/Clock Settings..........................................................................................................................54
4.4 SHUTDOWN ......................................................................................................................................55
5. OPERATING THE WI-FI CLIENT ...............................................................................................................56
5.1 CONNECTING THE WI-FI DEVICE ............................................................................................................56

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5.2SYSTEM INITIALIZATION........................................................................................................................58
5.3 PERFORMING THE TESTS ......................................................................................................................59
5.3.1 Main Screen ..............................................................................................................................59
5.3.2 Information Menu.....................................................................................................................59
5.3.3 HDBaseT Analyzer......................................................................................................................61
5.3.3.1 Basic Analysis...................................................................................................................................62
5.3.3.2 Performance Management ..............................................................................................................64
5.3.3.3 Configuration...................................................................................................................................66
5.3.4 Tools .........................................................................................................................................69
5.3.4.1 HDMI Generator..............................................................................................................................70
5.3.4.2 EDID Analyzer..................................................................................................................................73
5.3.4.3 Certification report..........................................................................................................................74
5.3.4.4 Log Analyzer....................................................................................................................................81
5.3.4.5 HDBaseT Firmware Update ..............................................................................................................83
5.3.4.6 DC Resistance Unbalance Testing .....................................................................................................85
5.3.4.7 HDMI Cable Testing .........................................................................................................................88
5.4 SYSTEM SETUP...................................................................................................................................93
5.4.1 System Upgrade ........................................................................................................................94
5.4.2 System Reboot ..........................................................................................................................95
5.4.3 System Settings .........................................................................................................................96
5.4.3.1 Date/Clock Setting...........................................................................................................................97
5.5 SHUTDOWN ......................................................................................................................................97
6. USE CASES .............................................................................................................................................98
6.1 CABLE TEST.......................................................................................................................................98
6.2 CRIMPING QUALITY TEST......................................................................................................................99
6.3 INCONSISTENT VIDEO DROPS –I(SOURCE SIDE) ........................................................................................99
6.4 INCONSISTENT VIDEO DROPS –II (SINK SIDE) ...........................................................................................100
6.5 THIRD-PARTY PRODUCT INFORMATION..................................................................................................100
APPENDIX A GLOSSARY...........................................................................................................................102
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATION....................................................................................................................103
APPENDIX C ORDERING INFORMATION..................................................................................................104
APPENDIX D (ONLY FOR FW 2.00.30 AND BELOW) GENERATING AN HDBASET CERTIFICATION REPORT .105

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1. Introduction
This document is intended as a guide for installation and operation of the MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test
Device from Media Solutions Ltd.
The MS-TestPro test device provides an elegant solution for in-the-field testing of HDBaseT-based
communications systems and cabling.
Use the MS-TestPro device to test and certify the HDBaseT performance and link quality of CATx
cabling before performing installations. In addition, the MS-TestPro’s built-in monitoring, logging,
and diagnostics capabilities allow for quick, efficient analysis and troubleshooting.
Figure 1: The MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device
MS-TestPro is the ultimate testing device for installers, developers, and integrators. The device is
supplied with HDBaseT transmitter, receiver, and PoH (Power over HDBaseT) functionality, providing
a highly-efficient testing platform for HDBaseT source and sink nodes, powered devices, and CATx
cabling intended for use in HDBaseT networks.
NOTE
The MS-TestPro requires use of CAT5e (or higher quality) cable –referred to in this manual as CATx cabling.
The HDBaseT standard supports a cable length range of 20 to 100 meters (66 to 328 feet).

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Why do you need the MS-TestPro HDBaseT test device?
You’ve finished wiring the audiovisual system, and have connected the audio/visual devices over the
HDBaseT link. You can see the picture and hear the sound. Everything is OK, right?
No! A link test is essential in guaranteeing perfect performance. You certainly don’t want to come
back to perform the installation again.
When you connect the test device and see error levels in the red zone –even if the link is up and you
see a picture in your display –the probability of a link failure is high. Any EMC interference, caused
by switching on lights or an air conditioning unit, can cause a transmission breakdown and a drop in
the video link.
With the MS-TestPro test device, you can identify faulty cabling and systems before installing them,
saving time and money.
Figure 2: Faulty Link
Error levels
in red zone

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1.1 MS-TestPro Models
Users can choose between two MS-TestPro models:
◼Wi-Fi Client Model, with 3.5”screen, built-in HDMI pattern generator, and Wi-Fi interface for
browser-based management (MS103TDs)
Figure 3: MS103TDs
◼Battery based Wi-Fi Client Model, with 3.5”screen, built-in HDMI pattern generator and Wi-Fi
interface for browser-based management (MS104B)
Figure 4: MS104B
1.2 Standard Modules
◼The HDBaseT Tester is supplied with Spec 1.0 Tx and Rx Modules that can be used with either of
the above-mentioned tester models.
Figure 5: HDBaseT Spec 1.0 Tx/Rx Modules

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1.3 Optional Add-On Modules
◼The HDBaseT Spec 2.0 Modules (Tx and Rx units) are available as an optional add-on that can be
used with any of the above-mentioned tester models.
Figure 6: HDBaseT Spec 2.0 Tx/Rx Modules
◼The DCR (DC Resistance) and Looper Modules are available as optional add-ons that can be
used with any of the above-mentioned testers.
Figure 7: DC Resistance and Looper Modules
◼The HDMI Cable Tester and Looper Modules are available as optional add-ons that can be used
with any of the above-mentioned testers.
Figure 8: HDMI Cable Tester and Looper Modules

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2. Product Description
2.1 Overview
The basic MS-TestPro HDBaseT test device is composed of 3 units:
◼Main unit –the MS-TestPro chassis –containing a power supply, USB connector, and
3.5-inch touch screen.
◼HDBaseT transmitter module –for transmitting HDBaseT traffic to sink devices, such as
projectors or television sets
◼HDBaseT receiver module –for receiving HDBaseT traffic from source devices, such as a PCs,
set-top box (STB), DVD or Blu-ray player.

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2.2 Models
The MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device is supplied in a variety of models and add-on modules:
Table 1: MS-TestPro Models
Model
Description
MS103TDs
HDBaseT tester main unit with 3.5" touch display, built-in HDMI pattern
generator, and Wi-Fi connection for smart devices
MS104B
Battery based HDBaseT tester main unit with 3.5" touch display, built-in
HDMI pattern generator, and Wi-Fi connection for smart devices
Table 2: MS-TestPro Modules
Model
Description
Standard Modules
HDBaseT Spec 1.0
Transmitter and Receiver
Modules
The MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device is supplied with HDBaseT Spec 1.0-
standard Tx and Rx modules.
Optional Add-On Modules
HDBaseT Spec 2.0
Transmitter and Receiver
Modules
The HDBaseT Spec 2.0 Modules (Tx and Rx units) are available as an
optional add-on that can be used with any of the test devices listed in
Table 1 above.
DCR Module
The DC Resistance feature enables installers and integrators to easily
and reliably check DC resistance unbalance –both within and between
twisted pairs –ensuring system integrity in even the most advanced,
high-powered Power-over-HDBaseT systems.
HCT Module
The HDMI Cable Tester module allows installers and integrators to test
the quality of HDMI cables before their installation. The module
identifies missing and shorted wires in HDMI cable that will render the
cable incapable of 4K streaming.
Looper Module
The Looper module is a remote-end module with RJ45 and HDMI ports
that is used to create the loop at the other end for DC Resistance and
HDMI cable testing.

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2.3 Subsystems
Table 3 below describes the MS-TestPro test device’s subsystems.
Table 3: MS-TestPro Subsystems
Subsystem
Description
Main unit
MS103TDs
•Power supply, 48V, 0.5A, positive polarity central pin
•USB 2.0 port –for memory stick connectivity
•Ethernet connection for future use
•HDMI pattern generator
Main unit
MS104B
•Battery based
•Charger, 12.6V, 3.0A, positive polarity central pin
•USB 2.0 port –for memory stick connectivity
•Ethernet connection for future use
•HDMI pattern generator
HDBaseT Spec 1.0
Transmitter
module
•HDBaseT Spec 1.0 output port
•HDMI input, supporting pixel clock speed of up to 340 MHz (4K/60 Hz, 4:2:0)
•PoE (PoH, powered device)
HDBaseT Spec 1.0
Receiver module
•HDBaseT Spec 1.0 input port
•HDMI output, supporting pixel clock speed of up to 340 MHz (4K/60 Hz, 4:2:0)
•PoE (PoH, powered device)
HDBaseT Spec 2.0
Transmitter
module*
•HDBaseT Spec 2.0 output port
•HDMI input, supporting pixel clock speed of up to 340 MHz (4K/60 Hz, 4:2:0)
•PoE (PoH, powered device)
HDBaseT Spec 2.0
Receiver module*
•HDBaseT Spec 2.0 input port
•HDMI output, supporting pixel clock speed of up to 340 MHz (4K/60 Hz, 4:2:0)
•PoE (PoH, powered device)
DC Resistance
module*
•RJ45 output port
HDMI Cable
Tester module*
•HDMI output port
Looper*
•RJ45 input port
•HDMI input port
* Optional equipment

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2.4 HDBaseT Support
The MS-TestPro test device integrates a Valens VS100 HDBaseT Class A or VS2310 HDBaseT class C
chipset, including transmit and receive ICs. The class A chipset supports HDBaseT Specification 1.0,
and is compatible with HDBaseT Specification 2.0, allowing it to work with HDBaseT devices of the
following classes:
Table 4: MS-TestPro Compatibility with HDBaseT Classes
Class
HDBaseT
Specification
Media
Type
Maximum
Resolution
Supported Cabling
Maximum Length
Category
Class A
1.0
Copper
1080p
100 m
CAT5e
4K
70 m
CAT5e
Class B
1.0
Copper
1080p
70 m
CAT6a
4K
35 m
CAT5e
Class C
2.0
Copper
1080p
100 m
CAT5e
4K
90 m
CAT5e
4K
100 m
CAT6a
Class D
2.0
Copper
1080p
30 m
CAT6a
Class E
2.0
Fiber
4K
Not supported by MS-TestPro

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3. Installation
3.1 Unpacking the Unit
The complete MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device kit is depicted in Figure 9 below.
Figure 9: MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device Kit

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Figure 10: MS-TestPro HDBaseT Test Device Kit Contents
The TestPro system is supplied with the following components:
Table 5: MS-TestPro Components
Number
Component
1
Main unit
2
Transmitter module
3
Receiver module
4
External 48 VDC power supply for MS103TDs or 12.6 VDC charger for MS104B
5
Pluggable PoH Adapter –allows the remote transmitter or receiver module to serve as a
PoH powered device (PD)
6
Stylus pen for operating the touch screen
7
HDMI Cable
NOTE
Please contact MSolutions if any of the items listed are missing or damaged.

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4. Operating the Touchscreen
4.1 Test Setup
This section describes the physical setup and connectivity schemes used to perform tests using MS-
TestPro.
◼Testing MS-TestPro Modules
◼Connection to System Under Test (SUT)
IMPORTANT
* Make sure that you complete all cable connections before powering up the MS-TestPro test device.
* Always power down the unit for cartridge replacement.
4.1.1 MS-TestPro Test Setup
In the MS-TestPro Modules test setup mode, the transmitter and receiver modules of the MS-
TestPro device are directly connected to each other using a CATx cable of up to 100 meters (328
feet) in length, as shown in Figure 11 and Figure 12 below.
Figure 11: MS-TestPro Modules Test Setup using External Pattern Generator
HDBaseT
HDMI
HDMI
External
Pattern
Generator

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Figure 12: MS-TestPro Modules Test Setup using Internal Pattern Generator
➔To setup the system for testing:
1. Insert the Transmitter or Receiver module into the MS-TestPro main unit in the lower slot –
this module will be defined as the local module. The other module will be defined as the
remote module.
NOTE
Only the lower slot is used to connect modules to the MS-TestPro main unit. The upper slot is used
for module storage only.
2. Using a CATx cable, connect the HDBaseT port (RJ45) of the local module to the HDBaseT
port of the remote module.
3. Attach the pluggable PoH adapter to the remote module so that it will function as a PoH
powered device (PD).
Figure 13: Pluggable PoH Adapter on Remote Module
HDBaseT
HDMI
HDMI
Internal Pattern
Generator

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4. Insert the 48 VDC power supply connector into the designated socket in the main unit to
power the device.
NOTE
The device will not power up unless a local module has been inserted into the lower slot of the
device.
Figure 14: MS103TDs and MS104B Input Powering Sockets
4.1.2 Connection to System Under Test (SUT)
Use the following guidelines to connect the MS-TestPro to an HDBaseT source device (i.e. an
HDBaseT transmitter such as Matrix or Blu-ray). The MS-TestPro acts as a sink device.
➔To test an HDBaseT source device:
1. Insert the receiver module into the MS-TestPro main unit in the lower slot –the module
will be defined as the local module.
2. Using a CATx cable, connect the HDBaseT input port of the receiver module to the output
port source device, using one of the following methods:
◼Connecting the CATx cable directly to an integrated or 3rd party HDBaseT output port
in the source device.
◼Connecting the CATx cable to the MS-TestPro transmitter module, and connecting the
transmitter module to the source device with an HDMI cable.
3. Insert the 48 VDC power supply connector into the designated socket in the main unit to
power the device.
Use the following guidelines to connect the MS-TestPro to an HDBaseT sink device (i.e. an HDBaseT
or HDMI receiver such as a display). The MS-TestPro acts as a source device.
➔To test an HDBaseT sink device:
1. Insert the transmitter module into the MS-TestPro main unit in the lower slot –the module
will be defined as the local module.
2. Using a CATx cable, connect the HDBaseT output port of the transmitter module to the
input port sink device, using one of the following methods:
◼Connecting the CATx cable directly to an integrated HDBaseT input port in the sink
device.

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◼Connecting the CATx cable to the MS-TestPro receiver module, and connecting the
receiver module to the sink device with an HDMI cable.
3. Insert the power supply connector into the designated socket in the main unit to provide
power.
NOTE
The MS103TDs should be powered by a 48V Power Supply.
For the MS104B, use a 12.6V Power Charger.
4.2 Performing the Tests
4.2.1 Main Screen
The main screen (see the figure below) offers the following functionalities:
Figure 15: MS-TestPro Main Screen
◼Information. The icon provides access to informative guidelines and system documentation.
◼HDBaseT Analyzer
◼Basic Analysis: Basic Pass/Fail report.
◼Performance: Real-time access to HDBaseT cable performance data.
◼Configuration: Read-only access to the system configuration.
◼Tools
◼HDMI Generator: HDMI Pattern Generator.
◼EDID Analyzer: Access information on the display capabilities of HDMI sink devices.
◼Certification report: Collect the data required to produce the HDBaseT test report.

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◼Log Analyzer: For continuous testing up to 24 hours.
◼HDBaseT Firmware Update: To update the firmware of 3rd party HDBaseT units.
◼DC Resistance testing (supported if the DCR module is inserted)
◼HDMI cable testing (supported if the HCT module is inserted)
◼System Setup. Used to perform system configuration, tester unit upgrade and maintenance
operations.
◼System Upgrade
◼System Reboot
◼System Settings
◼Power Off. Tap the on/off icon at the left side of the bottom line of the screen to power
down the system. To safely shutdown the system, see the shutdown instructions in section 4.4.
◼Home. Tap the Home button in the middle of the bottom line of the screen to return to the
Main screen.
◼Back. Tap the Back button at the right side of the bottom line of the screen to return to the
previous screen.
4.2.2 Information Menu
Using the information menu (see Figure 16 below), you can access the following materials:
◼The latest version of this user’s manual
◼The MS-TestPro application note
◼A link to MS-Pro video tutorials (available in a future release)
Figure 16: Information Menu