Fault Finding/Cable Length Measurement TDR User Manual
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1. Patent No 7282922 US Patent No 7634012 US Patent No 7622931 US Patent No 7548071 31 Appendix A Table 12 below lists common NVP values and NVP ranges by cable type to assist you with testing Table 12 NVP Values by Cable Type Cable Type V Coaxial Cables Phone Cables Data Cables catseste wa 88 oarserre at rete 2a25paircatse e O 8 00 32 Electrical Cables 12 3 Romex Uncoiled 69 5 71 5 68 0 70 0 70 2 72 2 70 64 n E 14 3 Romex Uncoiled 67 5 69 5 Security Cables Discrete Cables Discrete Bundle 9 20 wire Bor 2Wie Twisted Shield ires ire Wire 58 33 14 3 Romex Coiled 64 0 65 5 HANDHELD Fault Finding Cable Length Measurement TDR User Manual For technical information and customer support please visit livewireinnovation com or send an email to support livewireinnovation com Contact Numbers Toll Free 1 855 346 3358 Local 801 293 8300 Address LiveWire Innovation 10288 South Jordan Gateway Ste A South Jordan UT 84095 LIVE WIRE INNOVATION livewireinnovation com2. in the selected storage location appears in the lower left corner of the screen This value is used to calculate the displayed cable length 10 Memory Storage When the MEM button is selected a series of values and icons appear in the LCD display screen See Table 5 for a description of the display screen updates when Memory Storage is in use Table 5 Memory Storage Icons and Values Icons and Description Values The unit has two memory storage locations M1 and M2 The selected storage location appears above the NVP value in the lower left corner of the LCD display screen Memory Storage Locations The NVP value for the selected storage location appears next to pe Walle the NVP icon in the lower left corner of the LCD display screen The adjustment indicator icon demonstrates that the NVP value can be adjusted e The icon displayed as two Up Down arrows appears to the left of the NVP value Adjustment Indicator The cable length displayed in feet or meters appears in the Cable Length upper right corner of the display screen When a cable is not attached to the FaultChaser the length will read O Note Refer to the Using Memory Storage section to learn how to store multiple NVP values for testing purposes Tone Mode When the TONE button is selected two musical notes blink in the lower right corner of the LCD display screen to demonstrate the unit is set to tone tracing The following icons appear
3. Chaser cannot be calibrated without a cable attached to the unit 2 Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON 3 Press the CAL button The LCD display screen illustrated in Figure 5 below shows the following upon entering Calibration Mode e The last entered cable length in units of feet or meters e The adjustment indicator icon appears in the screen indicating the cable length is editable e The Cal icon appears in the lower left corner e Three dashes are displayed to demonstrate that the NVP value has yet to be calculated Figure 5 LCD Display Screen in Calibration Mode 20 4 Verify the FaultChaser is set to your desired unit of measurement feet or meters To change the unit of measurement press and hold down the MEM and CAL buttons simultaneously for two seconds The unit of measurement will adjust in the LCD display screen 5 Enter the length of the attached cable See Table 10 for a description of how to adjust cable length using the Up Down and Calibration buttons Table 10 Adjusting Cable Length The Up Down buttons allow you to adjust the cable length within the range of 10 m 300 mor 25 ft to 1000 ft e Press the UP and DOWN buttons to increment or decrement the length e Press and hold the UP or DOWN buttons to quickly increase or decrease the cable length e Press the CAL button to increase cable length in 50 ft or 20 m Calibration increments according to the unit of measurement se
4. Reflectometry SSTDR Symbols and Icons The following symbols are used throughout the manual or in the display screen of the FaultChaser to help you avoid personal injury and potential damage to the test equipment Table 1 Table 1 Symbols and Icons Symbol Warning Potential for personal injury Caution Potential for damage or destruction to equipment Voltage Voltage detection symbol Appears when the voltage on the cable is unsafe 9 and exceeds 60 Volts peak AC or DC C Conformit Europ enne Conforms with European Economic Area directives Disposal information Terms and Descriptions Table 2 defines the terms used throughout the document and provides information to assist you with proper operation and understanding of the unit and its functions Table 2 Terms and Descriptions Terms Description and Uses Nominal Velocity of Also known as the Velocity of Propagation VOP NVP is Propagation NVP the speed of an electrical signal traveling through a cable measured as a percentage of the speed of light e A rating determined by the International Electrotechnical Commission that defines safe voltage standards when using electronic devices SELV is 60 Volts for DC systems or 42 5 volts RMS for AC systems Safety Extra Low Voltage SELV F Connector Connector for a coax cable e Spread spectrum is the technological foundation of cell phone communications and is used to transmit a small but
5. TM FAULTLHASER HANDHELD Fault Finding Cable Length Measurement TDR User Manual Accurately finds cable length impediments in the cable and conditions at the end of every wire in your data power or communications video system up to 3 000 ft Memory Holds up to two different NVP values for multiple cable tests Calibration Ability to calibrate NVP for any known cable length Test Tests length opens or shorts present on the cable up to 3 000 ft Tone Generation Produces four different tones for locating cables TM HANDHELD Table of Contents PAO UT EAS Malasia E a A E 4 AAA A e E 4 SM AS E E tadalee hieae vtec sian adda ame eae a ata ek 4 Terms and DESCANSAR A A EE AE tc A telat eeca a ae 5 SU id ee 6 mo Mes alo Pee 0 APA o O ECO PO E o N ery men er errr 7 A A iterate eet peer tar nana tsi Der tee met eree Dtrr reer tae beste Dacre ter seat arte Deer ner ore ree Oe reren eerie Decree mer rons er 8 a Ela CDU a PP oo etree ret tae tne era O ne er erat Ree A eee ee toe Renee eo 9 A nn TNE ANEN 9 KEBABS NAE EE 9 E E O A TEE EE E A EEE PEN E E A EEE ee asia 10 TESNO O earen eer nee ne ee ree eee er E AA N E T E ee E ener 10 MEMON SOl JE aiea S E EA Poe pera ete oe ene PE oe nee 10 A Ri rented et Ret ete Re Sa OR A ee A 10 SADA ME ie 10 A a ee AET UE Tee eee EE T PE o ee ere 13 Bane se MMM LONG aaa toa 103 Voltage Detected VY AlMING asss annn Ried cachee N ti cede ta chie tit 103 A A A tidei
6. al cable faults Open and Short 22 Using Test Mode Use Test Mode to calculate the length of unterminated cables A termination with impedance closely matching the characteristic impedance of the cable can produce inaccurate test results One of the following error messages may appear in the LCD display screen e Short icon appears demonstrating the cable is terminated e Error message blinks to indicate that SSTDR reflection was not detected due to a properly terminated cable or excess signal loss iS When Test Mode is in use the connected cable is tested for the presence of voltage If detected a dynamic voltage warning displays until the unit is disconnected from the voltage source 1 Connect a cable to the FaultChaser Use connection accessories according to the type of cable you are testing Note Connection to the cable should be as short as possible to minimize the impedance discontinuity at the cable attachment point Otherwise The FaultChaser may see a fault at the connection point 2 Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON 3 Select the memory storage location M1 or M2 with the desired NVP value for testing The NVP value requires adjustment if neither storage location contains an NVP value matching the type of cable you are testing Note Refer to the Using Memory Storage section for instructions on adjusting NVP values A listing of common NVPs by cable type is on the backside of the FaultCh
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8. aser You may also refer to Appendix A for an extended list of NVP values 4 Press the TEST button The LCD display screen shows the following upon entering Test Mode See Figure 8 e he measured cable length in units of feet or meters 23 e The storage location M1 or M2 with Its associated NVP value used to calculate the connected cable s length e The adjustment indicator icon appears in the lower left corner e The cable faults Open or Short O H5 NyP Figure 8 LCD Display Screen in Test Mode Note If the test is unable to determine a valid result four dashes appear in place of the measured cable length reading and the Error message flashes see Figure 9 The following scenarios may result in an invalid result e The connected cable is terminated e Excess signal loss ft M2 v1 3 vp Error MEE Figure 9 Error in Test Mode 5 Interpret display results and trouble shoot potential cable faults Open and Short 24 Using Loop Testing The FaultChaser can run a continuous test on a connected cable allowing you accurately measure long cables susceptible to signal loss Loop testing offers ease of use by enabling you to test multiple cables without repeatedly pressing the TEST button 1 Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON 2 Verify the unit is set to the desired unit of measurement feet or meters To change the unit of measurement press and hold down the MEM and CAL buttons
9. can help make testing easier Table 4 FaultChaser Equipment and Accessories Number F connector Coupler LW ADOO0T High Performance F81 LW ADoo2 _ Adapter F Jack to BNC Jack Cable Assembly LW CAO01 Insulated Push On F to RJ45 Plug Cable Assembly LW CA002 Insulated BNC to Alligator Clips Cable Assembly Insulated Push On F LW CA003 Connector to Alligator Clips Design Features Y NX SN OS XX NN NN YN Ss Distance to Fault Accuracy o Controlled Impedance Cables 1 ft length lt 50 ft 1 length gt 50 ft o Uncontrolled Impedance Cables 2 ft length lt 50 ft 2 length gt 50 ft Ability to measure cables with voltage Stores up to two NVP values Displays length reading in feet or meters Easy to Operate Extra large seven segment back lit LCD screen with icons that clearly display test results Tests any copper cable including data voice video lamp wire and Romex cables Discovers NVP value for cables with known length Automatic pre test voltage checks Identifies cable faults Tone generator with selectable tone cadence to easily trace cables Conserves power and supports long battery life with Auto off feature and battery life indicator FaultChaser Description The FaultChaser illustrated in Figure 1 has 3 main parts the F Connector LCD display screen and the keypad F Connector LCD Display Screen Keypad Fig
10. e Alligator Clips first affix the F Connector Coupler or F Jack to BNC Jack to the top of unit Then attach the proper Cable Assembly to Alligator Clip accessory Important Safety Points The Voltage Icon appears when the voltage surpasses SELV rating of 60 volts peak AC or DC It is not recommended to operate the FaultChaser on cable systems exceeding a voltage value of 60 volts A If the Voltage icon appears the FaultChaser should be disconnected immediately from the source of the voltage DN Internal components of the FaultChaser are protected to 400 volts peak AC or DC Connecting the unit to cabling systems with voltage above 400 volts peak AC or DC may damage the test unit and pose a safety hazard for the user Using Memory Storage The FaultChaser features two memory storage locations M1 and M2 allowing you to save two NVP values for cable testing Note For the first use of the Memory Storage feature the default NVP values for both M1 and M2 storage locations is 84 6 NVP This is acommon value for testing RG6 coax cables a gt When Memory Storage is in use the connected cable is tested for the presence of voltage If detected a dynamic voltage warning displays until the unit is disconnected from the voltage source 1 7 Recalling Stored NVP Values 1 Connect one end of the cable to the FaultChaser Use connection accessories according to the type of cable you are testing 2 Press the POWER button to tur
11. e Warning DC e Measurement continues while warning is displayed ier Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry SSTDR Method NVP VOP Range 20 0 to 99 9 e Controlled Impedance Cables 1 ft length lt 50 ft NVP Accuracy 1 length gt 50 ft Range e Uncontrolled Impedance Cables 2 ft length lt 50 ft 2 length gt 50 ft Maximum Length 3 000 ft on cables with low attenuation Coaxial Cable 0 to 2 000 feet Common Cable Data Cable 0 to 1 500 feet Length Ranges Electrical Cable 0 to 1 000 feet Discrete Wire O to 600 feet 30 4 selectable tone cadences centered on 1KHz Tone Generation e Constant output amplitude of 3 Vp p 4 AA alkaline batteries e Standby 4 years e Active 15 hours average Battery Low Level Approximately 4 volts Operating temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Operating Storage temperature 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity 10 to 90 non condensing Environment Altitude 3 050 meters 10 000ft maximum Compliance C Complies with Conformit Europ enne directives Patents Intellectual Property LiveWire Innovation product FaultChaser be covered by one or more of the following patents US Patent No 6868357 US Patent No 6937944 US Patent No 7069163 US Patent No 7215126 US Patent No 7250772 US Patent No 7271596 US Patent No 7165200 US Patent No 7495450 US Patent No 7075309 US
12. for two seconds 3 Select the memory storage location M1 or M2 that contains the NVP value for the type of cable you are testing Note Refer to the Using Memory Storage section for instructions on adjusting the NVP value 4 Press and hold down the TEST button for two seconds to run a continuous test The following values and icons appear in the LCD display screen see Figure 10 e The LOOP icon flashes once in the upper right corner to demonstrate the unit is set to continuous testing e The measured cable length replaces the LOOP icon and flashes to indicate test activity The length flashes for the duration of a test e The selected storage location M1 or M2 and its respective NVP value appear in the lower left corner e The adjustment indicator icon displays to the left of the NVP value e The cable fault Open or Short displays y TU LLL Open Sh ft TI LO Figure 10 LCD Display Screen in Loop Testing Note Pressing any button other than POWER terminates the loop test The unit turns off after three minutes of testing 5 Interpret display results and trouble shoot potential cable faults Open and Short 29 Using Tone Mode Tone Mode is used to trace cables by sound Selection of this mode emits a cadence from the unit through the connected cable Cadence is detected by a tone probe IN When Tone Mode is in use the connected cable is tested for the presence of voltage If detected a dynam
13. free of all defects in material and workmanship This warranty extends for a period of 12 months for the LiveWire Innovation test equipment from the date of manufacture or proof of purchase All products deemed defective under this warranty will be repaired or replaced at LiveWire Innovation s discretion No further warranties either implied or expressed will apply nor will responsibility for operation of this device be assumed by LiveWire Innovation Product Registration Registration of your purchased equipment and accessories allows you to access Support information and receive notifications of product updates To register products please visit the LiveWire Innovation website at www livewireinnovation com warranty Disposal Y ES C WEEE Compliant Prior to disposal of this product please contact LiveWire Innovation for proper disposal options Returns You must first request a Return Materials Authorization number and receiving shipping instructions by contacting the Customer Service Department at 855 346 3358 or by emailing support livewireinnovation com Note Shipments will not be accepted without this number which must be clearly marked on the shipping label 29 Specifications Physical Size 17 3 x 8 0 x 3 3 cm 6 8 x 3 15 x 1 3 inches Dimensions Weight 340 grams 12 0 oz With battery Input Protection To 400 volts peak 50 60 Hz AC or DC At maximum of Safety Extra Low Voltage limits 60V peak AC or Voltag
14. h of the cable is known Refer to the Using Calibration Mode section for instructions on calculating NVP 4 Press and hold down the MEM button for two seconds to save the adjusted NVP value The adjusted NVP value will be stored in the unit s memory for the specified storage location Note A short press of the MEM button or selection of any other buttons during editing will discard the adjusted value If the unit is turned OFF prior to saving the edited NVP value the FaultChaser will recall the adjusted NVP value However the adjusted value will not be saved in either of the two storage locations 19 Using Calibration Mode Use Calibration Mode to calculate the NVP value for a known cable length between 25 ft 1 000 ft or between 10 m 300 m The determined NVP value can be stored in the unit s memory allowing you to easily test cables without recalibrating the NVP every test Note Calibration Mode is used with unterminated cables only For the first use of Calibration Mode the unit defaults to a cable length of 50 ft when the unit is set to feet or 20 m when the FaultChaser is set to meters When Calibration Mode is in use the connected cable is tested for the presence of voltage If detected a dynamic voltage warning displays until the unit is disconnected from the voltage source 1 Connect a cable to the FaultChaser Use connection accessories according to the type of cable you are testing Note The Fault
15. h to clean the test unit N Disconnect all cables from the FaultChaser prior to cleaning Failing to do so can damage the unit and result in personal injury Do not use abrasive harsh cleaners or solvents to clean the FaultChaser Storage When the FaultChaser is not in use store in a dry protective case The batteries should be removed if the unit is stored for a long period of time Do not expose the FaultChaser to high temperatures or humidity When stored in temperatures exceeding the limits listed in the Specifications section allow the FaultChaser to return to the normal recommended operating conditions prior to use 2 Customer Service Contacting LiveWire Innovation For technical information and customer support please visit www livewireinnovation com or send an email to support livewireinnovation com Contact Information Phone Toll Free 1 855 346 3358 Local 801 293 8300 Email support livewireinnovation com Address LiveWire Innovation 10288 South Jordan Gateway Ste A South Jordan UT 84095 USA Additional Accessories The list of accessories below see Table 11 will assist you with operating of the FaultChaser These items are available for purchase through LiveWire Innovation Table 11 Additional Accessories Accessory Product Description Number EG y LW TP200 TrakAll Tone Probe gt LWF CP100 Hanging Pouch 28 Warranty Information LiveWire Innovation guarantees that its products will be
16. ic voltage warning displays until the unit is disconnected from the voltage source 1 Connect a cable to the FaultChaser Use connection accessories according to the type of cable you are testing 2 Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON 3 Press the TONE button The LCD display screen updates with the following symbols and icons see Figure 11 e Two musical notes blink in the lower right corner to indicate Tone Mode is in use e The last selected cadence HI LO HL1 and HL2 appears in the upper right corner e The adjustment indicator appears to the left of the cadence indicating the cadence can be adjusted Figure 11 Tone Mode with HL1 Cadence 4 To adjust the cadence press the UP and DOWN buttons until your desired selection updates in the LCD display screen 5 Use the tone probe to trace cables 26 Maintenance Battery Replacement 1 Remove the single screw on the battery door located in the back of the FaultChaser towards the bottom of the unit with a 1 Philips head screwdriver 2 Take off the battery door and remove old batteries 3 Replace with four AA Alkaline batteries Slide batteries into the battery cartridge according to the diagram imprinted on the bottom of the battery compartment 4 Return the battery door to the unit and tighten the screw to secure the battery door 1 Do not over tighten the battery door Doing so can damage the test unit Cleaning Use a damp clean clot
17. in the display screen when Tone Mode is in use e Cadence There are four cadence options HI LO HL1 and HL2 The last selected cadence appears in the top row of the display screen e Adjustment Indicator Two arrows appear to the left of the selected cadence to indicate that cadence can be adjusted Note A tone probe is used for the tone tracing functionality of the FaultChaser This item is sold separately Refer to the Additional Accessories section for a listing of available products 11 Calibration Mode When the CAL button is pressed the Cal icon appears in the lower left corner of the display screen The icons and values described in Table 6 appear in the LCD display screen when unit is set to Calibration Mode Table 6 Calibration Mode Icons and Values Icons and Values Description The last entered cable length appears in units of feet or Cable Length meters in the top row of the LCD display screen The adjustment indicator icon denoted by two Up Down Adjustment arrows indicates that cable length can be adjusted while in Indicators Calibration Mode e The icon displays to the left of the last inputted cable length The NVP icon appears in the bottom row of the LCD display screen NVP Icon e Three dash lines appear to the left of the NVP icon demonstrating that the NVP has not been calculated for the entered cable length Note Refer to the Using Calibration Mode
18. lected feet or meters Note Once the maximum length 1 000 ft or 300 m is reached through use of the CAL button a subsequent press of the button adjusts the cable length to the default cable length 50 ft or 20 m To abort Calibration Mode and retain your previous inputted cable length press and hold down the CAL button The unit defaults to Test Mode 6 Press the TEST mode button The following updates occur in the LCD display screen see Figure 6 e The three dashes in the lower left corner disappear The calculated NVP value for the inputted cable length appears in place of the three dashes e The cable length displays in the upper right corner e The Memory Storage location last selected M1 or M2 appears above the NVP value e The adjustment indicator icon appears in the lower left corner e The Oper icon displays as Calibration Mode is used with unterminated cables only 21 AGE vo l NVP Figure 6 Calculated NVP Value Note The valid NVP value range is 20 to 99 9 If you achieve an NVP value that s out of this range the following occurs e The Error message blinks at the bottom of the LCD display screen see Figure 7 e The unit recalls the last calculated NVP value e The FaultChaser exits Calibration Mode and enters Test mode e The last cable result displays at the top of the screen Figure 7 Error Message in Calibration Mode 7 Interpret display results and trouble shoot potenti
19. n of the FaultChaser follow the instructions carefully and pay attention to the warning and caution symbols Failure to observe warnings can result in severe Injury or death and can damage the unit Turning the Unit On Off Turn Unit On e Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON e The FaultChaser immediately runs a length test when powered ON Turn Unit Off e Press and hold down the POWER button for two seconds to turn the unit OFF The display screen goes blank Automatic Power Down The FaultChaser automatically turns off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery power The automatic power down feature is dependent on which mode is in use and if voltage is detected on the cable being tested see Table 9 Table 9 Automatic Power Down 16 Cable Testing General Guidelines The FaultChaser determines the length of a variety of cable types calculates the NVP value of a cable with a known length and identifies cables by sound Important Points to Note The Accessories provided with the FaultChaser must be used to properly connect cables e For coaxial cables affix the F Connector Coupler to the F Connector on the top of the unit Then connect the end of the cable to be tested to the other side of the F Connector Coupler e When testing a cable with an RJ45 jack connect the F Connector Coupler to the F Connector on the top of the unit Then attach the Insulated Push On F to RJ45 Plug e To run tests using th
20. n the unit ON 3 Press the MEM button to recall the stored NVP Value The LCD display screen illustrated in Figure 4 below shows the following e The current storage location M1 or M2 and the NVP value last saved in the selected location e The adjustment indicator icon appears in the screen indicating NVP is editable e The cable length calculated during the last test l Ma DIJ MD Figure 4 LCD Display Screen in Memory Storage Note Single presses of the MEM button toggles between the two memory storage locations Cable length does not update automatically when toggling between the two memory storage locations To achieve an accurate length measurement when selecting a different stored NVP value a test must be run Refer to the Using Test Mode section for instructions on measuring cable length 18 Adjusting NVP Values 1 Power the unit ON 2 Select the memory storage location you would like to adjust M1 or M2 through short presses of the MEM button 3 Press the UP and DOWN buttons to increment or decrement the NVP value Press and hold the UP or DOWN buttons to quickly increase or decrease the NVP value Note If the NVP value is unknown you can determine the NVP value for the cable you are testing in the following ways e View the listing of common NVPs by cable type on the backside of the FaultChaser e Refer to Appendix A for an extended listing of NVP values e Calibrate the NVP value if the lengt
21. nevertheless recognizable signal in a high noise environment Paar rae By combining spread spectrum with TDR technology SSTDR allows for a length test on cables without interference from voltage Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry Safety Information To ensure safe operation of the FaultChaser follow the instructions carefully and observe the warning and caution messages listed in Table 3 Failure to observe warnings can result in severe injury or death and can damage the unit Table 3 Safety Information The FaultChaser is designed for use on cabling systems with or without voltage The Voltage Icon turns on when the voltage exceeds Safety Extra Low Voltage SELV rating of 60 Volts peak AC or DC Internal components are protected up to 400 Volts peak AC or DC Operating the FaultChaser when a voltage source exceeds 60 volts peak AC or DC may pose a safety hazard for the user Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations present It is not recommended to use the FaultChaser when the Voltage Icon is Equipment and Accessories The following list of equipment and accessories are used with the FaultChaser in order to properly test cables The items illustrated and described in Table 4 are provided with your purchase of the FaultChaser Refer to the Additional Accessories section for a listing of additional products that
22. ror message appears in the lower right corner of the LCD display screen under the following circumstances e Calibration results in an invalid NVP value outside of the 20 to 99 9 NVP value range e SSTDR reflection was not detected due to a properly terminated cable or excess signal loss Note Refer to the Using Calibration Mode and Using Test Mode sections for trouble shooting the Error message when using either of these modes Keypad The FaultChaser is equipped with seven buttons illustrated in Figure 3 Four buttons appearing in the top two rows of the keypad are used with Test and Tone Modes Two Up Down buttons are used to edit One button is used to power the unit On Off The button functions are explained in Table 8 Toggle Units Calibration Test Tone Power Backlight Figure 3 Keypad 14 Table 8 Keypad Calibration The Memory button is used to store up to two NVP values for testing purposes e Short presses of the Memory button toggles between the two memory storage locations M1 and M2 e A long press two seconds of the button stores an NVP value in the selected storage location e A long press two seconds of the Memory and Calibration buttons simultaneously toggles between units of measurement feet and meters The Calibration button allows you to discover the NVP value based on an inputted cable length e Short presses of the Calibration button adjust cable length in incremen
23. section to learn how to calculate the NVP of a cable 12 Cable Faults The device checks for two cable faults during testing Open and Short The cable faults explained in Table 7 below appear in the middle of the LCD display screen Table 7 Cable Faults Cable Faults Description An Oper error indicates a wire connection within the cable is not continuous throughout the length of the cable The Short icon appears when the two wires within a cable are electrically connected This is also Known as a short circuit Battery Life Indicator ma The battery life icon appears in the lower right corner of the LCD display screen to demonstrate the approximate remaining battery life A new battery shows three bars The number of bars decreases as the battery is nearing depletion The icon begins to flash at 4 volts when the battery needs to be replaced Results may be unreliable at this point Note The FaultChaser will turn off if the power supply goes out of regulation from a low battery condition Voltage Detected Warning Voltage The Voltage icon appears in the lower right corner of the display screen when the voltage detected on a cable exceeds SELV rating of 60 volts peak AD or DC If the icon appears the FaultChaser should be disconnected immediately from the source of voltage Note The FaultChaser continually checks for the presence of voltage on a connected cable 13 Error The Er
24. ts of 50 ft or 20 m within the range of 50 ft to 1 000 ft or 20 m to 300 m e A long press two seconds of the Calibration button aborts Calibration mode and enters Test Mode e A long press two seconds of the Memory and Calibration buttons simultaneously toggles between units of measurement feet and meters The Test button initiates length testing on the connected cable e A short press runs a single test on demand e A long press two seconds of the button starts continuous testing Pressing any button except Power stops loop testing or the unit turns off after 3 minutes The Tone button allows you to trace cables by sound e A short press of the button transmits an audio tone from the unit through the connected cable e Subsequent presses of the Tone button toggles between Test and Tone Modes e In Tone Mode the Up Down buttons allow you to select a cadence HI LO HL1 and HL2 e In Calibration Mode the buttons are used to adjust the measured cable length within the following length ranges 10 m 300 m or 25 ft to 1 000 ft e ln Memory Storage and Test Mode the Up Down buttons enable you to adjust the NVP value for the selected memory storage location M1 or M2 e A short press of the Power button turns the FaultChaser On e Subsequent presses of the button toggle the backlight On and Off e A long press two seconds of the Power button turns the unit off 15 Operations To ensure safe operatio
25. ure 1 FaultChaser F Connector One F Connector is located at the top of the FaultChaser The connector enables you to test and measure single cables Note Additional accessories are provided with your purchase of the FaultChaser for use with twisted pair coaxial and two wire cables Refer to the Cable Testing General Guidelines section of the manual for more details 9 LCD Display Screen The FaultChaser has a high contrast LCD display screen shown in Figure 2 below The LCD display screen shows the following modes and related icons cable length memory storage and related icons NVP value cable faults error message voltage detection warning and battery life indicator Adjustment Indicator A T E E i Cable Length Cable Faults AA o mm Unit of Measurement Memory Storage Locations 0 en short ft m Voltage Detected Warning Calibration Mode Cal Mi M2 Voltage Me Tone Mode PY a mN Adjustment Indicator gt y H LI NVP Error MEM eattery Life indicator Error Message NVP Value Figure 2 LCD Display Screen Test Mode When the TEST button is pressed the measured cable length in units of feet or meters appears at the top of the LCD display screen The following values and icons display in the screen when a single test is run e Storage Location The selected storage location M1 or M2 appears in the lower left corner of the display screen above the NVP value e NVP Value The value saved
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