DTX Series CableAnalyzer
Technical Reference Handbook
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Setting the Reference for Smart Remote Mode
1
Turn on both testers and let them sit for 5 minutes.
Allow additional time if the modules have been stored
above or below ambient temperature.
2
Turn the rotary switch to SETUP, then select Fiber.
3
Select Remote End Setup, then select Smart Remote.
4
Turn the rotary switch to SPECIAL FUNCTIONS, then
select Set Reference. If both a fiber module and a
twisted pair or coaxial adapter are attached, select
Fiber Module next.
5
Clean the connectors on the tester, smart remote, and
reference test cords. Connect the tester and smart
remote as shown on the tester.
Notes
The Set Reference screen shows reference
connections for the selected test method. Figure
Figure 7-9 shows connections for Method B.
The reference test cords in the tester’s diagrams
are numbered. If you want to meet TSB-140
reporting requirements, you can enter lengths for
each reference test cord number after setting the
reference.
6
Press P.
7
The View Reference screen shows the reference values
and the date and time the reference was set.
8
Press K OK.
9
The View Connections screen shows the test
connections for the selected test method.
10
To enter reference test cord lengths to meet TSB-140
reporting requirements, press J Patch Lengths.
11
On the Patch Lengths screen, enter the lengths of the
reference test cords.
Press N when you are done.
WCaution
Do not disconnect the reference test cords from
the tester’s or smart remote’s output port after
setting the reference. If you do, you must set the
reference again to ensure valid measurements.
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