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  • Page 1 TestPro CV100 User Manual TESTPRO CV100 USER MANUAL WWW.AEM-TEST.COM CUSTOMERCARE@AEM-TEST.COM VER # : 1.0 W W W . A E M - T E S T . C O M | C U S T O M E R C A R E @ A E M - T E S T . C O M | V E R # : 1 . 0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TestPro CV100 User Manual Contents Kit Contents Preparing for Certification Autotest TestPro CV100 Features Cable Certification using AD-NET-CABLE Switching Modes Settings Creating Project/Profile Settings Configurations Selecting Test Limit Date and Time Setting NVP in cables User Interface Selecting Cable/Connector Length Unit Sleep Timer iii.
  • Page 3 TestPro CV100 User Manual Test Result Management Fiber Inspection Transfering Test Result from TestPro Powered Fiber TestDataPro Test Management Fiber POE DC Resistance Test Software Fiber POE DC Set Reference Generating a Test Report Fiber POE DC Resistance Generating Multiple Test Reports...
  • Page 4: Kit Contents

    Power On) 3. Test Button 2. Home Button 1. Power Button The TestPro CV100 features a touchscreen based interface. Product capabilities include: POWER BUTTON Powering on : press for 1 second • Powering off : press the button once and then select [Power Off] on the •...
  • Page 5 • Green : battery not charging (when unit is on) • MICRO USB INPUT Establishes a USB-based wired link between a TestPro CV100 unit and a • personal computer Test results can be transferred to PC software (TestDataPro) via this connection.
  • Page 6: Settings

    TestPro CV100 User Manual 1 Settings c. User Interface i. Length Unit a. Settings Configurations • Select [Length Unit]. Select the preferred measurement standard - • Metric (Meter) or US units (Feet). • Select to save the changes. Configure the...
  • Page 7: Power Off Timer

    • Select to save the changes made to the settings. Select the preferred time duration of inactivity after • which the TestPro CV100 should power off. ii. AutoSave Results Select to save the setting. • [AutoSave Result], when set to [YES] will save the test results according to the next available label name.
  • Page 8: Auto Start

    TestPro CV100 User Manual iii. Auto Start e. License Customers who purchased the K05 and K30 kits will Auto Start when enabled will automatically start the Autotest when a connection is detected in any of the test need a certification License to save the test result ports.
  • Page 9: Language

    Click [Settings] on the home screen, then [System] and then [Device Information]. • Select [System] to gain access to information relating to the device, storage, battery status as well as to restore the TestPro CV100 to factory settings. WWW.AEM-TEST.COM CUSTOMERCARE@AEM-TEST.COM VER # : 1.0...
  • Page 10: Storage

    Use this feature only when the battery percentage is fluctuating. Note: i. Ensure that the battery is fully charged 100% ii. Select [Reset Battery Gauge]. iii. TestPro will apply the changes and restart the device. AEM recommends to charge the battery overnight. WWW.AEM-TEST.COM CUSTOMERCARE@AEM-TEST.COM...
  • Page 11: Multi-Gig And Poe Testing

    TestPro CV100 User Manual 2 Multi-Gig and PoE Testing a. Creating Certi-Lite Project/Profile The TestPro CV100 supports customer workflows through projects and profile descriptions. [Project] is an identifier of the customer site/location, whereas[Profile] refers to specific test configurations. • After selecting the project name, a dialog box will appear.
  • Page 12: Selecting Test Limits

    TestPro CV100 User Manual b. Selecting Test Limits • Select [Cable: Generic Cat 6A]. • If unsure of the type of cable,select [Generic UTP] for unshielded cable and [Generic Shielded] for shielded cable. • Choose the specific type of cable.
  • Page 13: Choosing Custom Label

    TestPro CV100 User Manual • Select [Label Scheme: Simple Label]. Select [Label Scheme: Simple Label]. • • A preview of the simple labels will be displayed. A preview of the simple labels will be displayed. • Select to view or to add to the list of label schemes.
  • Page 14: Multi-Gig And Base-T

    2.5/5/10Gbps] on the main unit. As a convenient • The cloned project will appear in the list of projects. quick test, the TestPro CV100 will attempt to e. Multi-Gig and BASE-T connect at 2.5 Gbps. If it succesfully connects, it i.
  • Page 15: Cable Dc Resistance & Set Reference

    TestPro CV100 User Manual iii. Cable DC Resistance AD-NETCABLE certification also supports the following features: Measure the DC resistance and resistance unbalance of the cable under validation by connecting cable Learn NVP Switch test mode • • ends to the “Cat 6A/Class EA” ports of the AD-NET-...
  • Page 16: Poe Load Test

    2.5Gbps/5Gbps/10Gbps when there is a loaded Data Out Data In PoE. Qualified PoE loads i.e. PoE load boxes supplied by AEM that draw constant power can be connected to the banana sockets to monitor the Signal SNR in the presence of loaded PoE. External...
  • Page 17: Saving Autotest Data

    DC Resistance Unbalance), the TestPro CV100 exceeds level 2G accuracy specifications for copper certification testing. Currently available adapters provide CAT5e to CAT8 certification. The capability of the TestPro CV100 platform makes it ideal for fiber certification as well. Cable under test Connects a channel adapter to the main •...
  • Page 18: Setting Nvp In Cables

    TestPro CV100 User Manual • Select [Limit] e. Select Cable/Connector Choose the test limit being applied to the cable- • Click here to go to “Select Cable/Connector” under-test. ISO IEC and TIA are the widely used standard limits. Users can also create customized 5 Cable Certification Test limits.
  • Page 19: Selecting Test Limit

    TestPro CV100 User Manual The set reference utility can be accessed through • [Expert Tools]. Select [Expert Tools] to perform the task. Select [Set Reference]. • A dialog box will confirm that a 2 meter reference • cable/cord is attached to main and remote devices.
  • Page 20: Single Ended Autotest

    TestPro CV100 TestPro CV100 User Manual User Manual d. Single Ended Autotest e. Saving Test Data It is desirable to attach both ends of the cable to a main and remote TestPro units to get the full test result. While not as comprehensive as testing a...
  • Page 21: Learn Nvp

    TestPro CV100 TestPro CV100 User Manual User Manual g. Learn NVP Nominal velocity of propagation (NVP) is a process used by handheld testers to determine the length of the cable. TestPro unit’s Learn NVP feature helps users to determine the NVP value of a cable by keying in its cable length.
  • Page 22: Shield Continuity Test

    The autotest will commence. • Customized limits can also be used. Please Example above: The wiremap has failed. Select • contact AEM support. If user need help creating a [Wiremap]. customized limit. Example above: the total cable length is 32.3 meters •...
  • Page 23: Performing Autotest

    Multi-Mode (if required) the source and launch cord are to be used for subsequent cable plant loss measurements, as The TestPro CV100 supports multi-mode and single mode fiber per the below table. certification test as well as loppback, dual-enden and single ended test configurations.
  • Page 24: Loopback Set Reference

    TestPro CV100 User Manual Two Jumper Set Reference Note: When TestPro is powered on with fiber adapter attached or when the fiber adapter is detached and Mandrel Wrap for 2 meters Multi-Mode (if required) then reattached, wait for 5 minutes for the fiber...
  • Page 25: Fiber Test Setup

    TestPro CV100 User Manual • In the main screen, select [Fiber Certification]. 2 meter reference Mandrel Wrap Select [Expert Tools]. • for Multi-Mode (if required) • Select [Set Reference]. • Select to continue to cancel. Tip: Make sure the 2-meter fiber cable is cleaned before performing set reference for optimum results.
  • Page 26: Choosing A Configuration

    TestPro CV100 User Manual d. Choosing a Configuration TestPro supports loopback, dual ended single directional and dual ended bidirectional test configurations. • Select [Configuration]. Select from one of the three configuration options • [Loopback], [Dual Ended Single Directional] or [Dual ended Bidirectional].
  • Page 27: Fiber Connector

    TestPro CV100 User Manual f. Fiber Connector In the main screen, select [Fiber Certification]. • Select [Autotest]. • TestPro supports a different kinds of fiber connectors. TestPro will confirm that autotest is in progress. • • Once the autotest is complete, TestPro will display To add a manufacturer’s cable to our database, please...
  • Page 28: Light Source/Power Meter

    TestPro CV100 User Manual Choose the desired light source i.e 850mm and • power meter 850mm. In the [Power Meter] section, the power readings • will start to show. Selecting will turn off the light source/power • meter function. Note: Similar to set reference, connect a 2-meter fiber reference cable from TestPro main unit’s...
  • Page 29: Powered Fiber

    TestPro CV100 User Manual Attach a PoE test cable to the power port of the l. Powered Fiber fiber adapter. Powered Fiber Certification Testing A powered fiber cable system combines hybrid optical fiber and copper cabling plus electronics to provide a complete indoor/outdoor solution for both powering and communicating with HD Cameras, Wi- Fi access points, small cells, and other PoE devices.
  • Page 30: Fiber Poe Dc Set Reference

    Connect theDC connector/cable to the TestPro main DC port and the other end of the cable under test. AEM recommendations for Fiber DC set reference: Connect another DC connector/cable to the TestPro remote DC port and the other end of Wait for 5 minutes after powering up the fiber the cable to the cable under test.
  • Page 31: Coax Certification

    TestPro CV100 User Manual Fiber POE DC measurements automatically appear Select [Project] on the home screen to choose an • • in the Fiber Certification Screen. active test project. Select [Edit] to select or update the test profile. • 8 Coax Certification Select [Edit] to change the test settings within the •...
  • Page 32: Network Test And Cloud

    Network test has a network discovery feature that or IP address that are echoed back to the source. scans and detects devices and AEM Tester(s) that are present in the network. It comes with network tools to aid troubleshooting and validation efforts. Note: Connect an Ethernet cable from the TestPro side port to a live network.
  • Page 33: Traceroute

    TestPro CV100 User Manual ii. Traceroute Traceroute is used for displaying possible routes or paths and measuring transit delays of packets across an IP network. The history of the route is recorded as the round-trip times of the packets received from each successive host (remote node) in the route (path).
  • Page 34: Vlan Discovery

    TestPro CV100 User Manual To Start Traffic Monitor, select [Tools]. To initiate VLAN, select [Tools]. • • Select [Traffic Monitor]. Select [VLAN Discovery]. • • In the [Source IP] field, type in the IP address of the Key in the VLAN Discovery Time (default is 10 •...
  • Page 35: Switch Detail

    Key in the Switch Query TimeOut (default is set to • • The AEM Tester will display more details about the test such as Domain Name, Port and its status, 20 seconds). Increase the timeout when the tester IPv4 Address and measurements for Ping, DNS fails to detect the switch information.
  • Page 36: Wi-Fi Network Test

    Key in the password. Key in the password for the selected AP click to enable Wi-Fi and cancel. • TestPro is now connected to AEM-WIRELESS access point with corresponding signal strength in dBm displayed. • Click on the connected SSID to open the [Wireless Statistics] page.
  • Page 37: Signal Strength

    TestPro CV100 User Manual • The [Signal Strength] screen will display the SSID. current dBm value, IP address, channel indicator and signal indicator. Note: For more information about Wi-Fi handoffs, click here. c. Network Autotest i. Selecting Test Limit •...
  • Page 38: Selecting Cable/Connector

    TestPro CV100 User Manual ii. Selecting Cable/Connector • Select to display the label list. Refer to 2c. Select Cable/Connector section. • To save the results using label A-001, select • A dialog box will confirm that the results are being iii.
  • Page 39: Usb Menu

    • Select the project to upload. process will take 10 minutes to complete. • The cloud will show the new project i.e. AEM PROJECT. Select [Sync Data]. • A dialog box will confirm once the sync is complete and the project has been uploaded to the cloud.
  • Page 40: Copying License

    TestPro CV100 User Manual a. Copy License c. Import Label List Users with K30 units can unlock the certification The TestPro [Import Label List] feature provides an feature of TestPro by installing a license. This can be easy way to create labels from a computer and copy done by copying TestPro.lic to the USB flash drive.
  • Page 41: Exporting And Importing Projects

    TestPro CV100 User Manual e. Export and Import Project Note: To share the project.dat.file, attach the USB flash drive to the PC and open the drive. Copy the file TestPro allows testers to collaborate better by project.dat and share it with other users that need to sharing projects with ease.
  • Page 42 TestPro CV100 User Manual Select [New] on the top left corner or [Create] to To import from the USB drive, create a new project • • create a new project. and click [From USB] >> expand the device serial number >> select the project(s) >> click OK. When...
  • Page 43: Generating A Test Report

    TestPro CV100 User Manual c. Generating Test Reports e. Adding Hierarchy • To add new locations, right click on the project • Click to generate a test report in pdf format. folder and select the type of location i.e., new building, floor, rack or panel.
  • Page 44: Firmware And License Updates

    TestPro’s firmware can be upgraded using the flash drive. TestPro firmware version should be 2.4 or later. • Go to www.aem-test.com, log in to your account (create account for new users) and download the latest firmware under [Downloads]. Save the OSUpgrade.zip to a USB Flash drive •...
  • Page 45: Requesting For License Updates

    TestPro will reboot multiple times to complete the upgrade. c. Requesting for License Updates Requesting for License Updates. • Send an email to customercare@aem-test.com, specifying the TestPro main and remote unit serial • Power on the TestPro unit and insert a USB flash numers.
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