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Fluke DSP-100 User Manual

Fluke DSP-100
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®
DSP-100/2000
LAN CableMeter
®
/Cable Analyzer
Users Manual
PN 642964
January 1997
© 1997 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

Table of Contents

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Fluke DSP-100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelDSP-100
CategoryCable Tester
Frequency Range1 MHz to 100 MHz
DisplayLCD
Cable Types TestedCoaxial
Supported StandardsISO/IEC 11801
MeasurementsLength, Attenuation, NEXT
InterfaceRS-232
Weight1.5 kg
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Test CapabilitiesWiremap, Length, Attenuation, NEXT, Return Loss

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview of Features

Describes the features of the DSP-100 and DSP-2000 test tools for LAN cable analysis.

Standard Accessories

Lists the accessories included with the Fluke DSP-100/2000 LAN CableMeter.

Using This Manual

Provides instructions on how to effectively use the manual for the test tool.

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Safety and Operational Information

Details safety precautions and operational guidelines for using the test tool.

Quick Start and Basic Operations

Covers quick start, powering, menus, and initial configuration for using the test tool.

Core Testing Functions: Autotest

Explains how to perform Autotests on twisted pair and coaxial cables.

Device Features and Controls

Details main unit features, remote features, and rotary switch operations.

Configuration and Settings

Covers setup options, language selection, and power management features.

Remote Operations and Status

Explains remote end testing, communication errors, and battery status indications.

Chapter 3 Autotest

Autotest Softkeys and Results

Describes Autotest softkeys and how to interpret results for twisted pair cables.

Specific Autotest Procedures

Details Autotest procedures for twisted pair and coaxial cables.

Understanding Test Results

Explains headrooms, diagnostics, and individual test results like Wire Map and Resistance.

Advanced Autotest Analysis

Covers Propagation Delay, Skew, Characteristic Impedance, Attenuation, NEXT, ACR, and Return Loss.

Saving and Reporting Autotests

Instructions on saving Autotest results and understanding the Autotest report format.

Chapter 4 Running Individual Tests

Single Tests for Twisted Pair Cable

How to run individual tests and use features like scanning and remote units.

TDX Analyzer and TDR Tests

Explains the TDX analyzer and TDR tests, including how to run them and interpret results.

Single Tests for Coaxial Cable

How to run individual tests on coaxial cables, including Impedance, Resistance, and Length.

Monitoring Functions

Covers monitoring network activity, impulse noise, and determining hub port capabilities.

Using the Tone Generator

Instructions for using the tone generator (Model DSP-2000) for cable identification.

Chapter 5 Viewing and Printing Saved Reports

Printing Test Reports

Instructions on sending saved test reports directly to a printer or PC.

Serial Port and Printer Configuration

How to configure serial port settings and connect to a printer.

Managing Saved Reports

Instructions for viewing, renaming, and deleting test reports from memory.

Chapter 6 Calibrations and Custom Test Standards

Calibrating the Test Tool

How to calibrate the test tool with remote units for accurate results.

NVP Calibration and Custom Cables

How to determine NVP values and configure custom cable test standards.

Chapter 7 Basic Cable Testing

Cable Fundamentals

Covers LAN cable construction, twisted pair, and coaxial cable types.

Signal Integrity Concepts

Explains Attenuation, Noise, Characteristic Impedance, and Crosstalk (NEXT).

Fault Location Techniques

Details TDR, its principles, and how to interpret reflections from cable faults.

Troubleshooting Procedures

General procedures and tables for finding and identifying cable faults.

Chapter 8 Maintenance and Specifications

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Covers cleaning, battery replacement, and troubleshooting common test tool failures.

Technical Specifications

Lists specifications for cable types, test standards, impedance, length, delay, and more.

Device Interfaces and Power

Details serial interface, PC interface cable, power, environmental requirements, and ratings.

Certifications and Physical Details

Lists certifications, memory, dimensions, weight, display, connector, and warranty.

Appendices

A Using DSP-LINK Software

Instructions on installing and using the DSP-LINK software for PC communication.

B Glossary of Terms

Provides definitions of technical terms related to LAN cabling and testing.

C Test Standards Overview

Lists the tests performed for each supported Autotest standard.

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