Chapter 7
Cable Testing Fundamentals
7-5
Channel Link Test Setup
A channel link includes all aspects of the cabling system. It consists of up to 90
meters of horizontal network cabling, user patchcords, jumpers, and channel
adapters at each end. The channel link (shown below) is used to certify the
network installation, including the horizontal link and user patchcords.
Display
Handset
Remote
Figure 7-4: Channel Link Test Connections
Connection Cable Length Limits
Horizontal Network Cable Maximum of 90 meters
User Patchcords Combined Maximum length of 10 meters
Note: Ensure that the Cable Type is set to Twisted Pair Channel Link when testing with
channel adapters. If you exceed the tester length test limits, the tester will fail the
link.
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