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Qualification Tester
Users Manual
January 2005, Rev. 5 6/2017
© 2005, 2007, 2009, 2015-2017 Fluke Corporation
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  • Page 1 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual January 2005, Rev. 5 6/2017 © 2005, 2007, 2009, 2015-2017 Fluke Corporation All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries, cables or other peripherals are all considered parts or accessories. The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user customer of a Fluke Networks authorized reseller, and does not apply to any product which, in Fluke Networks’...
  • Page 3 Unpacking ........................3 CableIQ Advanced IT Kit (CIQ-KIT) ................3 CableIQ Qualification Tester (CIQ-100) ..............4 CableIQ Copper and Fiber Technician's Kit (CIQ-FTKSFP)........4 Symbols and Safety Information ................5 Physical Features ......................8 Using the Wiremap Adapter and Remote ID Locators ..........10 Powering the Tester ......................
  • Page 4 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Setting User Preferences ....................11 Changing the Language and Length Units ............11 Setting the Time and Date ..................12 Entering User Information ..................12 Auto Shutoff ......................14 Enabling or Disabling the Speaker ................. 14 Resetting to Factory Settings ..................
  • Page 5 Contents (continued) Using the IntelliTone Cable Map Function ..............50 Blinking a Port Light ..................... 51 Testing for Continuity....................52 Using the Continuity Toner ..................54 Locating Crosstalk and Impedance Faults on Twisted Pair Cabling ......56 Testing Speaker Cabling ....................58 Calibrating Length Measurements................
  • Page 6 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual...
  • Page 7 List of Figures Figure Title Page Examples of Voltage Alert Screens ..................7 Features ..........................8 Using the Universal Adapter for Confined Areas ............... 10 Editing Text .......................... 13 Autotest Setup Screens ......................18 Autotest Connections for Twisted Pair Network Cabling ..........20 Autotest Connections for Telephone Cabling in a Star Topology........
  • Page 8 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual MultiMap Results......................... 46 Using Multiple Remote ID Locators ..................47 Using the Toner (twisted pair example) ................49 Using the Toner with the IP 200IntelliTone Cable Map Function ........50 Blinking a Port Light......................51 Testing for Continuity ......................
  • Page 9 List of Tables Table Title Page International Electrical Symbols ..................5 Autotest Parameters ......................17 Crosstalk and Impedance Fault Messages................57 Troubleshooting the Tester ....................66 Options and Accessories ...................... 67...
  • Page 10 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual viii...

  • Page 11: Overview Of Features

    Autotest function qualifies cabling for Ethernet, • ™ IntelliTone function works with Fluke Networks telephone, or CATV service in less than 4 seconds. ITK100 or ITK200 probes to help you locate and • Identifies wiremap faults, bridge taps, and port isolate cables behind walls, at patch panels, or in characteristics.

  • Page 12: Registration

    • Canada: 1-800-363-5853 troubleshooting tips, and other support services. To • Europe: +31-(0) 40 2675 600 register, fill out the online registration form on the Fluke • Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228 Networks website at • Japan: 03-6714-3117 www.flukenetworks.com/registration.

  • Page 13: Additional Resources For Cable Testing Information

    Universal adapter, 8-pin/4-pin modular jack to Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com. 8-pin/4-pin modular jack Note • F-connector barrel adapter CableIQ Reporter software is available on the • USB cable for PC communications Fluke Networks website • Folding pouch for accessories •...

  • Page 14: Cableiq Qualification Tester (Ciq-100)

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual CableIQ Qualification Tester (CIQ-100) CableIQ Copper and Fiber Technician’s Kit (CIQ- FTKSFP) • CableIQ Qualification Tester with detachable wire map adapter • CableIQ Advanced IT Kit (CIQ-KIT) • Four AA alkaline batteries • SimpliFiber Pro Fiber Test Kit (FTK 1000): •...

  • Page 15: W Symbols And Safety Information

    WSymbols and Safety Information 40 year Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP) under WSymbols and Safety Information  China Regulation - Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Table 1 describes the international electrical symbols used Products. This is the period of time before any of the on the tester and in this manual.
  • Page 16 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual • If this equipment is used in a manner not Caution specified by the manufacturer, the To avoid data loss and to ensure protection provided by the equipment maximum accuracy of test results: may be impaired.
  • Page 17 Safety Information avv62.bmp avv57.bmp avv58.bmp Telephone voltages detected. Power over Ethernet ISDN voltages detected voltages detected. (NT-1 interface) Refer to the warnings on page 6. Note The tester may not correctly identify devices that use non-standard avv59.bmp avv61.bmp wiring. Voltage from an unknown Voltage detected across wires from device detected.

  • Page 18: Physical Features

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Physical Features avv01f.eps Figure 2. Features...
  • Page 19 Physical Features LCD display with backlight. : Toggles the backlight between dim and bright settings. B J K : The softkeys provide functions related to the current screen. The current functions are shown on : Exits the current screen. Also exit edit mode when making selections and editing text.

  • Page 20: Using The Wiremap Adapter And Remote Id Locators

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Using the Wiremap Adapter and The wiremap adapter and remote ID locators are functionally identical, except for their ID numbers. The Remote ID Locators wiremap adapter has an ID number of 1. The remote ID locators are available with other ID numbers.

  • Page 21: Powering The Tester

    Powering the Tester Powering the Tester Setting User Preferences You can power the tester with four AA alkaline batteries The following sections describe settings you may want to (included), four rechargeable nickel-metal hydride or change when you first start using the tester. For Autotest nickel-cadmium batteries, or four 1.5 V lithium batteries.

  • Page 22: Setting The Time And Date

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Setting the Time and Date Entering User Information The time and date are stored with saved Autotests. The The User Information screen lets you enter three lines of time setting uses a 24-hour clock. text that are stored with saved Autotest results. For example, you could enter the operator’s name and your...
  • Page 23 Setting User Preferences The three fields for text entry. Indicates the field is selected for editing. To select a field, to highlight the field; then press : Moves the cursor. Moving the cursor beyond the last character inserts the first character from the last character’s set.

  • Page 24: Auto Shutoff

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Auto Shutoff Resetting to Factory Settings You can set the tester to stay on indefinitely or turn off The Factory Settings function resets the following to after 15 minutes of inactivity. factory settings: • To set the auto shutoff: NVP settings •...

  • Page 25: Checking The Hardware And Software Versions

    • HW: Hardware version cabling • HW Date: The date the tester’s operation was • Analog telephone service last verified at a Fluke Networks service center. • Wiremap for any application • 75 Ω coaxial applications, such as cable television...
  • Page 26 Users Manual Qualification differs from the certification done by testers shown in Table 2 and comparing the results to the such as the Fluke Networks DTX CableAnalyzer. selected application’s requirements. Certification involves testing against an industry standard If the Autotest fails, the results will help you diagnose the and a test limit (Category 6 and TIA Cat 6 Permanent Link, problem.
  • Page 27 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest Table 2. Autotest Parameters Test Wiremap Length Delay Skew Signal Performance • • • • 1000BASE-T • • • 100BASE-TX • • • 10BASE-T over twisted pair • • • VoIP • • Wiremap • •...

  • Page 28: Selecting Tests To Run

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Selecting Tests to Run Figure 5 describes how to use the Autotest setup screens. To select tests to run during an Autotest: Turn the rotary switch to SETUP; then select Autotests. Or turn the rotary switch to AUTOTEST; then press Setup.

  • Page 29: Autotest On Twisted Pair Cabling

    List. Use If you use patch cords at the near or far end , or SHIFT + to move through the during an Autotest, Fluke Networks recommends list. Use to select an entry. patch cords at least 2 m long.

  • Page 30: Connecting To Star Topologies

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Connecting to Star Topologies Telephone cables wired in a star topology (Figure 7) are connected together at a bridge tap at the distribution center. The bridge tap connects each wire to all other wires of the same number.
  • Page 31 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv12f.eps Figure 7. Autotest Connections for Telephone Cabling in a Star Topology...

  • Page 32: Connecting To Bus Topologies

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Connecting to Bus Topologies If you are unsure which outlet is the last in the bus, do the following: Telephone cables wired in a bus topology (Figure 8) connect the wall outlets in series. In this topology, you...
  • Page 33 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv13f.eps Figure 8. Autotest Connections for Telephone Cabling in a Bus Topology...

  • Page 34: Autotest Results For Twisted Pair Cabling

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Autotest Results for Twisted Pair Cabling The Autotest shows results in three levels of detail, as described in Figures 9 through 12. Overall result for the Autotest. Overall result for each Autotest type: : The cabling qualifies for the application. If a far-end adapter is...

  • Page 35: Wiremap Results

    Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest Wiremap Results avv17.bmp avv18.bmp avv16f.eps Adapter type and number (wiremap adapter Open on pin 3 with (a) and without (b) a far-end adapter. The open is as shown, or remote ID locator). before the middle of the cabling. Overall result for the wiremap (pass , fail With an adapter, the tester identifies which wire in the pair is open.
  • Page 36 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual avv20.bmp avv19.eps Crossed wires. Split pair. Continuity from end to end is correct, but is made with the wrong wires. Detection requires a far-end adapter. Note Cables with untwisted pairs, such as telephone cords, typically show split pairs due to excessive crosstalk. Because this crosstalk does not affect voice signals, the split pair warning does not cause a Telco wiremap test to fail.
  • Page 37 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv32.bmp avv22.bmp avv03.bmp Crossed pairs. In this case, pairs 1,2 Telephone cable with pairs 3,6 and Bridge tap detected. and 3,6 are crossed. This is likely 4,5 crossed. This crossover is normal Bridge taps are allowed for the Telco caused by mixing 568A and 568B for the flat cords used to connect test, but cause a failure for network...

  • Page 38: Signal Performance Results

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Signal Performance Results Information about the signal performance: • Qualified for <application name>: The cabling will support the application. • No Signal Performance tests needed for qualification: Appears for the Telco and Wiremap only tests.
  • Page 39 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest • Tip: To determine if a fault is caused by a crosstalk or Insertion loss fault: The cabling’s attenuation is too impedance problem, use the Find Crosstalk Fault and high. See the Appendix for causes of insertion loss Find Impedance Fault functions in Diagnostic (DIAG) problems.

  • Page 40: Length Results

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Length Results Length of the pair. Note A 2 % to 5 % difference in measured lengths among twisted pairs is typical. This is due to differences in the number of twists in the pairs.
  • Page 41 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv27.bmp avv33.bmp Bridge tap detected at about 86 m. Delay skew failure (1000BASE-T only). Delay skew results are available only if delay skew failed. ≈ The distance to a bridge tap is approximate ( ) because multiple reflections from the bridge tap interfere with Delay skew is the difference in the arrival times of signals on length measurements.

  • Page 42: Autotest On Coaxial Cabling (75 Ω)

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Autotest on Coaxial Cabling (75 Ω) To save the results: Turn on the tester and turn the rotary switch to Press AUTOTEST. to select the Site, Location, Press . If the coax test is disabled, press or Outlet field for editing.
  • Page 43 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv34f.eps Figure 13. Autotest Connections for Coaxial Cabling...
  • Page 44 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual avv41.bmp avv43.bmp The cabling passed the Autotest. The cabling is 80.2 m long, The cabling passed the Autotest, but could not be with a wiremap adapter at the far end. qualified because a far-end adapter was not used. The tester cannot verify continuity to the end of the cabling.
  • Page 45 Qualifying Cabling with the Autotest avv42.bmp avv45.bmp The cabling failed the Autotest because it There is a splitter or fault somewhere along the cabling. Faults that typically is shorted. The short is at 82.9 m in this cause this message are impedance faults, such as a section of cable with the example.
  • Page 46 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual avv44.bmp avv01.bmp The cabling is connected to a device, such as a television, The cabling is connected to an active signal source that is CATV service, VCR, DVD player, satellite dish, or antenna. within the tester’s detection band (40 MHz to 150 MHz), The device is turned off or its signal is outside the tester’s...

  • Page 47: Discovering Cabling Characteristics

    Discovering Cabling Characteristics • Discovering Cabling Characteristics TDR (time domain reflectometry) plot. This shows impedance changes along the cabling. Discover mode lets you quickly check wiremaps, measure Results from Discover mode cannot be saved. length, and determine if the cabling is connected to a network or video device.

  • Page 48: Discover Mode Results For Twisted Pair Cabling

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Discover Mode Results for Twisted Pair Cabling Length to the wiremap adapter. The length of the shortest pair is shown. Test activity indicator. The "+" appears if the USB port is connected to a PC.
  • Page 49 Discovering Cabling Characteristics Termination for the pair: • : Wiremap adapter or remote ID locator, with its number. • : Open • : Short • : Port, such as a hub, switch, or PC. avv49.bmp Bridge tap detected at about 33.7 m. •...
  • Page 50 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual The type of port detected: • 10BASET, 100BASETX, 1000BASET: An Ethernet port that communicates at 10, 100, or 1000 Mb/s (megabits per second). Ports may support multiple speeds. FDX indicates a full-duplex port, which can transmit and receive data at the same time.
  • Page 51 Discovering Cabling Characteristics avv02.bmp avv60.bmp The tester is connected to an active telephone circuit. R1, Short between pins 1 and 2. Cable length is 92 m. T1, R2, and T2 show connections for lines 1 and 2. For Shorts are shown near the bottom of the wire map active digital lines, the length shown may fluctuate or regardless of their location on the cabling.

  • Page 52: Discover Mode Results For Coaxial Cabling

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Discover Mode Results for Coaxial Cabling To see results for coaxial cabling in Discover mode, press . Figure 16 describes some typical coaxial results screens. avv50.bmp avv55.bmp Coaxial cabling with wiremap adapter attached. The Cabling is open at the far end.
  • Page 53 Discovering Cabling Characteristics avv35.bmp Cabling is connected to a device at the far end, such as a television, CATV service, VCR, DVD player, satellite dish, or antenna. The signal level graph indicates the strength of the signal. Passive (non-amplifying) devices, such as satellite dishes and antennas, usually produce low-level signals in the cross-hatched area at the left side of the graph.

  • Page 54: Tdr Plot For Coaxial Cabling

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual TDR Plot for Coaxial Cabling where impedance changes occur. Signal reflections are undesirable because they can cause poor CATV reception. Discover mode includes a TDR (time domain reflectometry) plot. TDR is like radar. The tester sends a The Appendix lists some causes of impedance changes.
  • Page 55 Discovering Cabling Characteristics avv51.bmp avv52.bmp Reflection from a short. Reflection from a section of cable with the wrong impedance (followed by the end of the cable). Shorts and other decreases in impedance cause negative spikes on the trace. The small positive spike at the start of the section indicates higher impedance than the rest of the cable.

  • Page 56: Using Multiple Remote Id Locators In Discover Mode (Multimap ™ )

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Using Multiple Remote ID Locators in Discover Figure 19 shows how to connect the tester and remote ID Mode (MultiMap locators for the MultiMap function. ™ In Discover mode you can use multiple remote ID locators to quickly verify the wiremaps of multiple telephone cables connected in a star or bus topology.
  • Page 57 Discovering Cabling Characteristics avv07f.eps Figure 19. Using Multiple Remote ID Locators...

  • Page 58: Using The Toner

    Using the Toner IntelliTone: One-note and two-note IntelliTone You can use the tester with an optional tone probe to signals for use with a Fluke Networks IP100 or IP200 locate cables in bundles, at patch panels, or behind walls. probe.
  • Page 59 Using the Toner avv06f.eps Figure 20. Using the Toner (twisted pair example with IntelliTone probe)

  • Page 60: Using The Intellitone Cable Map Function

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Using the IntelliTone Cable Map Function The tester’s IntelliTone functions also work with an IP200 probe’s cable map function to verify wiring. To use the toner and an IP200 IntelliTone probe’s cable map function: Connect the tester and probe to twisted pair cabling as shown in Figure 21.

  • Page 61: Blinking A Port Light

    Blinking a Port Light Blinking a Port Light Note The Blink Port Light function does not work The Blink Port Light function helps you determine which with non-negotiating hubs or with ports that cable is connected to which port on a network hub or use signal timing outside of typical timing switch.

  • Page 62: Testing For Continuity

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Testing for Continuity Turn the rotary switch to DIAG. to highlight Continuity; then press The continuity function lets you test for opens and shorts , or on the 8-pin modular jack or the coaxial connector. The tester shows a bar graph of resistance from 500 Ω...
  • Page 63 Testing for Continuity avv37f.eps The tester’s beeper is silent for resistances above Resistance scale. This example shows about 2.3 k. about 5000 Ω. The beeper’s tone and rhythm Press to test for continuity between the coaxial increase as resistance decreases. connector’s shield and center conductor.

  • Page 64: Using The Continuity Toner

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Using the Continuity Toner The tester’s continuity beeper is silent above 5 kΩ, but the toner signal is present for all resistance The continuity function also acts as a toner for use with values. an optional tone probe. The signal’s tone and rhythm Figure 24 shows a typical application for the continuity increase as resistance decreases.
  • Page 65 Using the Continuity Toner avv38f.eps Figure 24. Using the Continuity Toner to Test Security Switches...

  • Page 66: Locating Crosstalk And Impedance Faults On Twisted Pair Cabling

    If you use patch cords at the near or far end functions let you quickly check cable pairs for crosstalk during crosstalk or impedance tests, Fluke and impedance faults on twisted pair cabling. Networks recommends patch cords at least 2 m long.
  • Page 67 Locating Crosstalk and Impedance Faults on Twisted Pair Cabling Table 3. Crosstalk and Impedance Fault Messages Cabling too short for diagnostics No cabling is connected to the tester, or the cabling is too short to test. Cabling too long for diagnostics The cabling’s length is beyond the tester’s range.

  • Page 68: Testing Speaker Cabling

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Testing Speaker Cabling to highlight Speaker Test; then press , or The Speaker Test generates audible tones for testing the If the cabling and connections are good, you will wiring and phase of installed twisted pair speaker hear the tester’s tones on the left and right speakers.
  • Page 69 Testing Speaker Cabling avv39f.eps Press L and R to turn the left and right The phase of the signal applied to the speaker. To speakers on and off. change the phase of the signal going to the right speaker, press Press to change the note played over the speakers.

  • Page 70: Calibrating Length Measurements

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Calibrating Length Measurements Setting the NVP to a Specified Value To enter the NVP value specified by the manufacturer: The tester uses an NVP value (nominal velocity of propagation) and the signal delay through the cable to Disconnect twisted pair and coaxial cables from the calculate length.

  • Page 71: Determining A Cable's Actual Nvp

    Calibrating Length Measurements Determining a Cable’s Actual NVP Note The cable must not be connected to a wiremap You can determine a cable’s actual NVP by adjusting the adapter, port, or other device. measured length to match a known length of cable. Turn the rotary switch to SETUP.

  • Page 72: Memory Functions

    Viewing Saved Results To upload results to a PC: Turn the rotary switch to RESULTS. Install the latest version of CableIQ Reporter on your , or SHIFT + to move PC. CableIQ Reporter is available on the Fluke through the list and highlight a test to view.

  • Page 73: Maintenance

    To avoid possible fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage to the tester: To determine if your tester needs a software update visit the Fluke Networks website to see if an update is • Do not open the case. No user-serviceable parts available.

  • Page 74: Replacing The Batteries

    Note Download the latest versions of CableIQ Reporter Install new batteries within 3 minutes of software and the CableIQ update file from the Fluke removing the old batteries. If you leave the Networks website, or contact Fluke Networks to get batteries out for more than 3 minutes, the time the files by other means.

  • Page 75: Cleaning

    If something seems wrong with the tester, refer to Table 4. If Table 4 does not help you solve a problem with the tester, contact Fluke Networks for additional help. If possible, have the tester’s serial number, software and hardware version numbers available. Select Version Information from the Setup menu to see this information.
  • Page 76 Symptom 2: The tester reports an error. Note the error number or type. Turn the rotary switch to a new position or cycle the power to clear the error. If the error persists, contact Fluke Networks for assistance. Symptom 3: The tester will not turn on.

  • Page 77: Options And Accessories

    Options and Accessories Options and Accessories For the latest list of options and accessories visit the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com. To order options and accessories (Table 5), contact Fluke Networks. Table 5. Options and Accessories Option or Accessory Fluke Networks Model Number...

  • Page 78: Specifications

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Specifications Specifications apply at 23 °C (73 °F), unless otherwise noted. Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) Storage temperature -4 °F to +140 °F (-20 °C to +60 °C) 90 % (50 °F to 95 °F;...

  • Page 79: General Specifications

    1.2 lb (0.55 kg) Display 2.5 in (5.6 cm) 128 dots wide by 128 dots high monochrome LCD with backlight Service period Fluke Networks recommends the tester’s operation be verified at a Fluke Networks authorized service center every 12 months.

  • Page 80: Performance Specifications

    CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Performance Specifications Qualification Autotests 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T, VoIP, wiremap only, 1394b S100 (Firewire), Telco, 75 Ω coaxial Autotest speed 4 seconds (typical) Autotest storage Up to 250 Autotests Length test Range: 300 m (1000 ft) Resolution: 0.1 m ( 0.1 ft)

  • Page 81: Regulatory Information

    Specifications Performance Specifications (cont.) Tone generator Generates digital tones compatible with Fluke Networks IntelliTone probe and 4 tones compatible with typical analog probes (all pairs, frequency 1-2 kHz). Resistance range: 0 Ω to 10,000 Ω Continuity test Tone generation: Variable tone between 500 Ω and 5,000 Ω. Tone is audible and can also be detected by a tone probe.
  • Page 82 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual...

  • Page 83: Appendix A: Diagnosing Cabling Faults

    Appendix A: Diagnosing Cabling Faults Appendix A lists the typical causes of cable test failures. Wire map: open • Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown blocks • Faulty connections • Damaged connector • Damaged cable • Wrong pairs selected in setup •...
  • Page 84 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Wire map: split pair Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown block. Wire map: reversed pairs Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown block. Wire map: crossed pairs • Wires connected to wrong pins at connector or punchdown block.
  • Page 85 Appendix A: Diagnosing Cabling Faults Crosstalk or ELFEXT fault • Excessive untwisting of pairs at connector • Poor quality patch cords • Poor quality connectors • Poor quality cable • Cable compression (tight cable ties, pinches, kinks, etc.) • Inappropriate use of couplers •...
  • Page 86 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual Impedance fault • Patch cord or cable impedance not 100 Ω (impedance mismatch) • Patch cord handling causing changes in impedance • Excessive amount of cable jammed into outlet box • Tight service loops in the distribution box •...
  • Page 87 Appendix A: Diagnosing Cabling Faults Insertion loss (attenuation) fault • Cable is too long • Poor quality patch cord • Bad connection • Wrong cable type installed • Wrong application selected Length exceeds limit, or delay skew fails • Cable is too long (may need to remove coiled service loops)
  • Page 88 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual...

  • Page 89: Index

    Discover mode, 39 setup, 18 bus topologies, 22 twisted pair, 19 buttons, 9 —D— length results, 30 results overview, 24 date, 12 —C— Signal Performance, 28 default settings, 14 wiremap results, 25 CableIQ Reporter software, 62 delay skew, 31 Device cautions, 6...
  • Page 90 CableIQ Qualification Tester Users Manual coaxial result, 36 memory functions, 62 —I— port detected, 40 MultiMap, 46 icons for pair terminations, 30, 39 Discover mode, 37 impedance faults, 56 coaxial results, 42 —N— INACTIVE PORT, 40 MultiMap, 46 IntelliTone TDR plot, 44...
  • Page 91 —Q— Signal Performance, 28 Find Fault functions, 56 qualification vs. certification, 16 Site, 19, 32 software —U— CableIQ Reporter, 62 —R— updates, 63 updating the software, 63 registration, 2 version, 15 uploading results to a PC, 62 remote ID locator, 10...
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