Magnum MS6812 User Manual

MS6812
Cable Tracker User's Manual
CE
Introduction
The Magnum Cable Tracker sends a tone down a wire to identify and
trace wires or cables bunched in a group without damaging insulation.
With this tracker, you can find and trace non-energized electrical wires,
telephone lines, data cables, alarm cables, speaker wires, coax,
thermostat wires and more.
Set includes a Sender (MS6812-T) with two alligator clips and an RJ11
plug, Receiver (MS6812-R), user manual and two 9 volt batteries.
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Functions
• Test the continuity of cables or wires
• Find a cable in a bunch without damaging insulation
• Trace the tip and ring wires in telephone lines
• Identify the status (clear, busy, ringing) of working telephone
lines
Warning
Do not use this tracker to test energized wires. Disconnect all power
before tracking wires or testing continuity. If you're not sure, consult a
qualified electrician.
Setting tone volume
Turn the dial on the Receiver to adjust tone volume
Changing tone setting
Select a dual alternating tone or a single solid tone with the switch
inside the Sender (MS6812-T)
Replacing batteries
The Sender and Receiver are battery powered. Each requires one 9
volt battery (included). To change the batteries, open the panel on the
back of either component, remove the old battery and replace it with a
new one.

Magnum MS6812 Specifications

General

Brand	Magnum
Model	MS6812
Category	Cable Tester
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to Magnum Cable Tracker

Cable Tracker Functions and Operation

Core Functions

Lists key capabilities: testing continuity, finding cables, tracing wires, and identifying telephone line status.

Setting Tone Volume

Instructions on adjusting the tone volume using the dial on the Receiver.

Changing Tone Setting

Details on selecting between dual alternating or single solid tone via the Sender switch.

Replacing Batteries

Guidance on how to replace the 9-volt batteries in both the Sender and Receiver.

Testing Continuity and Tracking Cables

Testing Continuity

Explains how to perform continuity tests using CONT or TONE modes with the Sender.

Tracking Cables

Steps for tracing cables using the TONE mode, including single wire and RJ11 connections.

Working Telephone Line Identification

Identifying TIP and RING

Procedure for connecting leads to identify TIP and RING wires on a telephone line.

Identifying Line State

How to determine if a line is CLEAR, BUSY, or RINGING using the Receiver indicator.

Safety and Usage Precautions

General Warning

Crucial safety warning not to use on energized wires and to disconnect power first.

General Usage Precautions

Advice on switching to OFF when not in use, keeping away from circuitry and high voltage.