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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 interf erence 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
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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 ap
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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 amplific
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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. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 5
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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 acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners. Page 6 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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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 ..................
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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) Page 8 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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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,
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Chapter 2: Overview • E nables 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 • “Pas
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Chapter 2: Overview Help with device installation and PoE: I nstallers of VoIP phones, IP cameras, or access points should use a power panel for exact measure- ments of PoE voltage and power usage, displaying the presence of 10,100,1000 switches and the pair location of each. NOTE: Power over Ethernet (PoE) powers devices over the CAT5/6 cable. 2.4 Applications Works with UTP and all Ethernet devices: Unlike traditional certifiers, the LAN Performance Verifier (LPV) uses digital circuit
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Chapter 2: Overview What is LAN Performance Verification? LAN performance verification means that a UTP cable passed a prescribed battery of tests and is therefore not likely to cause problems later. The LPV has two levels of verification: LPV Level 1: Performed with the Main Unit and the Remote Probe, Level 1 tests the cable for length; opens, shorts, split pairs and distance to the fault; wire map (displays cable wiring); NEXT and FEXT (crosstalk tests); propagation delay (time to transit
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.5 The LPV List of Functions UTP CABLES. LAN Performance Verification Level 1 tests: √ Length measurement of each cable pair. √ Locates opens, shorts, and distance to the fault. √ Locates split pairs and the distance to the split. √ Wire map. Graphs cables’ internal pairing. √ NEXT (near-end) and FEXT (far-end) crosstalk. √ Propagation delay (time for data to travel the length of the cable). √ Skew (time delay between pairs). √ Cable typing. CAT 3, 5, 5e, 6. √ Speed Proje
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Chapter 2: Overview √ Data signal strength. Single-sided test exercises the suspect hub, switch, or PC and displays the data signal strength of active pairs. NAMING TEST RESULTS, PRINTER, AND TONER PROBE: √ Naming tests. Test names can be up to 16 characters each. √ Toner/probe. Includes a full-featured toner/probe. Tones coax and all 4 UTP pairs to locate wires in crowded wiring closets. √ Printer memory. Stores test results for up to 250 UTP and coax tests for later printing (requires a
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Chapter 3: The 3 Phases of LAN Installation 3. The Three Phases of LAN Installation The LPV is designed for the network installer, the network repair person, and the IT manager. The tests used during the three phases of LAN installation can also be used to troubleshoot LANs that have operational problems. The installation of a LAN is generally handled in phases. The cabling is installed; then the switches and PCs are installed; and then everything is connected. The LPV plays a role during a
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Chapter 4: Faceplate Description 4. Faceplate Description The CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier is illustrated in Figure 4-1. Its components are described here. Components 1. LPV Main Unit The Main Unit connects to any CAT 5/6, coax cable or 10, 100, or 1000BASE-T device and performs tests needed for their instal- lation and repair. For certain tests, it can be inserted inline between two LAN devices. 2. Main Unit Jacks Left, Coax, and Right: Use the left jack for UTP testing. Use the right
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Chapter 4: Faceplate Description Figure 4-1. LAN Performance Verifier and Remote Probe. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 17
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Chapter 5: Documenting Test Results 5. Documenting Test Results The LAN Performance Verifier includes three ways to document your test results. 1. Y ou can use a custom tablet (included) to fill in the test results. 2. You can apply “PASSED” stickers (included) to wall outlets and LAN devices to verify their capability. 3. You can print the results. Printer Memory stores test results for up to 250 LAN performance verification tests, basic UTP tests, and coax tests for later printing (req
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Chapter 6: Operation 6. Operation 6.1 Powering On and Backlighting Figure 6-1 shows the tester’s backlight selection screen. Figure 6-2 illustrates the tester’s power button. Figure 6-1. Backlight selection screen (lighting the LCD display). Figure 6-2. Power/selection button. POWERING ON: Press the power button (PWR) and release to turn ON the tester. The “backlighting” screen appears (see Figure 6-1). Pressing the select (SEL) button while this screen is present turns on LCD lighting (“bac
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Chapter 6: Operation 6.2 The Main Unit’s Navigation Button To navigate through the LAN Performance Verifier screen, use these keys: Figure 6-3. Navigation buttons. • PWR. Power ON/OFF (see previous page for backlighting). • SEL (SELECT). Press to perform task. Appears as u on LCD. • The UP arrow. Appears as p on LCD. • The DOWN arrow. Appears as q on LCD. The SELECT button’s function always selects the task. But the function of the UP and DOWN arrow buttons may change with each screen. For ex
