Protech Network Cable Tracer

Product Overview

The Protech Network Cable Tracer (Model XC5090) is a professional tool designed for technicians to efficiently locate and test network and telephone cables. It features both an emitter and a receiver unit, along with various functions for wire tracing, collation, and testing.

Product Diagram

Emitter Unit

The emitter unit features:

• RJ45 socket for network cables.
• RJ11 socket for telephone cables.
• DIP switch with "SCAN" ? and "TEST" ? positions.
• "STATUS" ? indicator light.
• "POWER" ? button.
• "TEST" ? button.
• "VERIFY" ✔️ indicator light.

Receiver Unit

The receiver unit features:

• A sensitive probe for detecting signals.
• "Signal indicator" light.
• "Earphone jack" ?.
• "Volume" control knob.
• "Inching button" for signal detection.

Included Accessories

• RJ11 telephone cable.
• RJ45 network cable.
• Cable with crocodile clamps.
• Earphone.

Functions

Telephone Wire Search Function

This function allows rapid identification of a specific telephone wire within a bundle.

1. Insert the telephone wire with an RJ11 plug into the emitter's RJ11 socket.
2. Set the emitter's DIP switch to "SCAN" ?. The "STATUS" ? indicator will flash, indicating normal operation.
3. Press the receiver's "inching button" and use the probe to locate the target wire at the other end.
4. The "function switchover button" on the emitter can be pressed to switch between dual-tone signals.

How to find the target wire: Compare the volume of the "tout" sound and the brightness of the signal indicator on the receiver. The target wire will produce the loudest sound and brightest indicator.

Usage Scenarios:

• Case I: Finding wires on a switch or patch panel. Connect the emitter to the telephone wire to be found and use the receiver at the other end.
• Case II: Finding wires on routers or network bars. Similar procedure as Case I.

Network Wire Search Function

This function enables rapid identification of network cables.

1. Insert the network wire with an RJ45 plug into the emitter's RJ45 socket.
2. Set the emitter's DIP switch to "SCAN" ?. The "STATUS" ? indicator will flash.
3. Press the receiver's "inching button" and use the probe to locate the target wire.
4. The "function switchover button" can be pressed to switch between dual-tone signals.

How to find the target wire: Compare the volume of the "tout" sound and the brightness of the signal indicator. The target wire will have the highest volume and brightest indicator.

Usage Scenarios:

• Case I: Finding wires on a switch. Connect the emitter to the network wire and use the receiver at the other end.
• Case II: Finding wires on a net bar. Similar procedure.

Electric Wire Search Function

This function is used for finding wires, potentially using crocodile clamps with RJ11 plugs.

1. Connect the emitter using a crocodile clamp and RJ11 plug to the electric wire.
2. Set the emitter's DIP switch to "SCAN" ?. The "STATUS" ? indicator will flash.
3. Press the receiver's "inching button" and use the probe to locate the target wire.
4. The "function switchover button" can be pressed for dual-tone switchover.

How to find the target wire: Compare the volume of the "tout" sound and the brightness of the signal indicator.

Electric Wire Collation Function (Network Wire Sequence Tester)

This function tests the sequence of network wires.

1. Insert RJ45 plugs of the network wire into the corresponding sockets on the emitter and receiver.
2. Set the emitter's function switchover button to "TEST" ?. The "VERIFY" ✔️ indicator will flash.
3. The device judges characteristics like short-circuit, breaking circuit, open circuit, and crossing based on 16 wire sequences.
4. The "function switchover button" can be pressed to switch between fast and slow testing levels.

Note: This equipment is prohibited from being used on heavy-current wires.

The device can rapidly test open circuit/short circuit and crossing through 16 status indicators, providing accurate and clear results.

Other Functions

• Open circuit or short circuit testing: Set emitter DIP to "TEST" ?, long press function switchover button for 2 seconds (VERIFY indicator changes from flashing to lighting). Insert crystal plug with crocodile clamp into RJ11, clamp the two ends. For short circuit, the "1️⃣-shape" indicator lights up. Resistance is indicated by the brightness of status indicators (brighter = smaller resistance).
• DC level testing: Set emitter DIP to "SCAN" ?, long press function switchover button for 2 seconds (STATUS indicator turns off, VERIFY indicator flashes). Insert crystal plug with crocodile clamp into RJ11, clamp the two ends. If "STATUS" ? indicator lights up red, the red clamp is positive ➕. If it lights up green, it's negative ➖. Electric level is judged by brightness.
• Low voltage alarm ⚠️: If battery level is below 6.0V, "STATUS" ? and "VERIFY" ✔️ indicators light up simultaneously, indicating battery replacement is needed.
• Earphone function ?: Allows use in noisy environments to prevent interference.
• Volume adjusting function: Rotate the volume knob for moderate sound levels while tracing wires.
• Spotlight function ?: Enables work in the dark.
• Energy-saving: The "inching switch" provides automatic delayed power-off. Continuous battery lifespan is over 50 hours.

Specifications

Distribution Information

Distributed by:

Electus Distribution Pty Ltd
46 Eastern Creek Dr,
Eastern Creek NSW 2766 Australia
Ph: 1300 738 555
Int'l: +61 2 8832 3200
Fax: 1300 738 500
Website: www.electusdistribution.com.au