1788-MCHKR MediaChecker

Introduction DH+/RIO cables:

• 1770-CD
The Allen-Bradley 1788-MCHKR MediaChecker (hereafter
• 9022
“the MediaChecker”) is a battery operated, handheld
• 9463
instrument that identifies cable failures, measures length,
and checks wiring in the following industrial commercial Ethernet cables:
network cables: • Unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
• Foil-screened unshielded twisted pair (FTP)
ControlNet cables:
The MediaChecker is designed around a “Test as You Go”
• RG-6
philosophy. This reduces the time necessary to install and
• RG-6F (high-flex RG-6)
service industrial commercial network cables by allowing
• DS3/4
ONE PERSON to detect most cable failures from only one
DeviceNet cables: end of the cable.
• Thick
• Thin
• KwikLink
2 Safety Information

The MediaChecker tests for incorrect pairing (split pairs), Important: Identifies information that is critical for
miswires, and shorted and open wires on all twisted pair successful application and understanding of
cables, as well as shorts on coaxial cables. A stored cable the product.
library provides quick access to common cable types. The
MediaChecker has most of the functions necessary to The international electrical symbols used on the
verify the proper termination of a wide variety of Rockwell instrument or in this manual are described in Table 1.
Automation’s industrial commercial cables.
Table 1. International Electrical Symbols
The MediaChecker comes with the following:
• 1 Carrying case ATTENTION: Risk of damage or destruction to
• 1 RA (Resistive Adapter) cable identifier with female equipment or software. See explanations
DB9 connector marked with this symbol in the manual.
• Interface cables and adapters
Equipment is protected by double insulation or
• 1 1788-MCHKR MediaChecker Users Manual
reinforced insulation to protect the user against
• 1 Quick Reference Card electric shock.
• 2 AA 1.5 V alkaline batteries
Do not connect this terminal to public
Safety Information communications networks, such as telephone
This manual uses the following types of notes to help you systems.
use the MediaChecker safely and effectively: Conforms to relevant European Union
Directives.
ATTENTION: Identifies information about
practices or circumstances that can lead to  Conforms to relevant Canadian and US
personal injury or death, property damage, or Standards.
economic loss. Conforms to relevant Australian standards.
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 Safety Information 3

ATTENTION: To avoid possible fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage to the MediaChecker:
• Do not connect the MediaChecker to any telephony inputs, systems, or equipment, including ISDN. Doing
so is a misapplication of this product, which can result in damage to the instrument and create a potential
shock hazard to the user.
• Do not connect the MediaChecker to active inputs, systems, or equipment. Doing so is a misapplication of
this product, which can result in damage to the instrument and create a potential shock hazard to the
user. Disable network power sources and all communication nodes before connecting the MediaChecker.
• Do not apply more than 25 V dc to any MediaChecker input. Use caution when connecting the
MediaChecker to a network, as voltages greater than 25 V dc may be present on nearby conductors.
• Always turn on the MediaChecker before connecting it to a cable. Turning the MediaChecker on activates
the tool’s input protection circuitry.
• Do not open the MediaChecker's case (except to replace the batteries). No user-serviceable parts are
inside.
• To avoid false test results, replace the batteries as soon as “LOW BATTERY” appears in the display.
• Use only batteries recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use the MediaChecker if it is damaged. Protection may be impaired. Inspect the MediaChecker for
physical damage before each use.
• Do not attempt to insert any connector other than an RJ45 connector into the RJ45 jack. Inserting other
connectors, such as RJ11 (telephone) connectors, can permanently damage the jack.
• Do not operate portable transmitting devices during a cable test. Doing so might cause erroneous test
results.
• To avoid false test results, do not run cable tests with cables attached to more than one connector on the
MediaChecker or with network equipment attached to the cable under test.

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4 Getting Acquainted

Table 2. Features
Getting Acquainted
Display, Switches, and Connections Item Function

A LCD
A 2-line by 16-character LCD display. When there is
more information than can be displayed on two lines,
MediaChecker 1 an up arrow [, down arrow ], or bidirectional arrow
^ appears in the left side of the display. Press the
corresponding C or D key to display the
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additional information.

B E
2
SETUP ENTER Enters a selection into the MediaChecker and moves to
the next setup selection. Causes current cable
selection to be displayed and a new measurement
3 cycle initiated when not in Setup Mode.
5 4
C B
aan01f.eps
Turns the display backlight on or off. Backlighting turns
Figure 1. Front Panel Features off automatically after 60 seconds.

D DC
Scrolls through a selection of choices or multiple
displays.

E A
Provides access to cable selection, calibration, and
other MediaChecker settings.

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Table 3. Rotary Switch Positions

2 3
Item Description
LENGTH
TEST WIRE MAP
A Turns the MediaChecker off. See “Battery Save
OFF Mode” for more information.

4 B Tests the attached cable and provides a pass or

1 fail summary based on the parameters specified
for the selected cable.
C Displays the length of the attached cable in feet or
aan02f.eps meters and tests for anomalies.
Figure 2. Rotary Switch
D Displays wiring connections, shorts, opens, and
split pairs.

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6 Getting Acquainted

Table 4. Connections
2
1 Item Description
3 A Standard 9-pin (DB9) connector for connecting
DeviceNet and DH+/RIO cables (using the
adapter provided).
B Standard 8-pin modular jack for connecting
STP UTP/FTP COAX
unshielded (UTP) and foil-screened (FTP)
unshielded twisted pair cable for Ethernet IEEE
802.3 networks.
C BNC connector for connecting ControlNet
cables.
aan03f.eps
Figure 3. Connections Audible Signal (Beeper)
The MediaChecker’s beeper indicates various conditions:

• A single, short tone indicates a pass condition

without the Cable ID detected.

• A two-frequency tone indicates a pass condition with

the Cable ID detected.

• Three short tones indicate a test failure.

• A long tone sounds whenever an invalid key is

pressed.

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 Getting Acquainted 7

• A continuous, varying-pitch tone indicates the To disable the Battery Save feature, turn the rotary switch
MediaChecker is connected to an active cable and to OFF, then press and hold E while turning the rotary
should be disconnected immediately. “ACTIVE switch to TEST. To re-enable the Battery Save feature,
CABLE” is displayed. turn the MediaChecker off, then on again.

To disable the audible signal for the “PASS” and “FAIL” Cable ID Unit
conditions, see “Setup Selections” on page 35. The tone
The Cable ID lets you detect wiring failures on twisted
that indicates an active cable cannot be disabled.
pair cable. Test results can vary depending on whether
Low Battery Indication the ID unit is connected or not. See Table 7 on page 14
and “Twisted Pair Cable Test Results” on page 15 for
When the battery voltage is low but it is OK to continue, more information.
the MediaChecker displays “LOW BATTERY” once during
power-up. When this message first appears there are Selecting the Display Language
about 8 hours of use left. When the battery voltage is too
low to continue, the unit displays “REPLACE BATTERY”. The MediaChecker displays messages in English,
To continue using the MediaChecker, you must replace French, German, Spanish, and Japanese. To change the
the batteries. Refer to “Replacing Batteries” on page 36. display language, do the following:

1. With the MediaChecker off, press and hold A

Battery Save Mode
while turning the rotary switch to TEST.
The MediaChecker turns itself off when there is no switch
or key activity for 10 minutes. To return the 2. Press C or D until the desired language is
MediaChecker to operation, you must turn the rotary displayed, then press A.
switch to OFF and wait 5 seconds before turning the
MediaChecker back on.

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8 Preparing the MediaChecker for Use

Preparing the MediaChecker for Use Important: Never run cable tests with more than one
cable connected to the MediaChecker.
ATTENTION: To reduce wear on the Doing so can cause erroneous results.
MediaChecker connector, leave the adapter
connected to the MediaChecker whenever If you think the MediaChecker is not performing properly,
possible. refer to “When Something Goes Wrong” on page 36.

Plugging a 4 or 6 position plug into the Selecting a Cable Type

MediaChecker’s UTP/FTP jack can
Characteristics for a variety of Rockwell Automation’s
permanently damage the jack pins.
industrial commercial network cables are stored in the
MediaChecker and can be accessed through SETUP.
Important: The noise filter should be set to the See Table 5.
frequency of the local power mains (50 Hz or
60 Hz). See “Setup Selections” on page 35 Table 5. Predefined Cable List
for this and other customizing selections.
ControlNet DeviceNet Ethernet
After connecting the cable under test to the appropriate
connector on top of the MediaChecker, you must select (CNET) (DNET) DH+/RIO (ENET)
proper cable type, category, and size before testing or RG6 Thick 1770-CD UTP
measuring. It may also be necessary to calibrate the
RG6F Thin 9022 FTP
MediaChecker to the cable under test. See “Calibrating
DS3/4 KwikLink 9463
the MediaChecker to a Cable” on page 10.

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To set up the MediaChecker for the desired cable, do the Important: You can check the cable selection at any
following: time other than when in the setup mode by
Important: The number of steps necessary to select a pressing the E key.
cable definition depends on the type of The MediaChecker will now test according to the cable
network selected. characteristics defined by the factory settings for the
1. Turn the MediaChecker on by turning the rotary cable selected. However, cables coming from different
switch to TEST, LENGTH, or WIRE MAP. batches or manufacturers can have characteristic
variances of up to 20 %, causing deviations in length
2. Press A. measurements. For more accurate measurements,
calibrate the MediaChecker to a known length of the
3. Press C or D until the desired network is cable to be tested. See “Calibrating the MediaChecker to
displayed, then press E. a Cable” on page 10.
4. Press C or D until the desired cable type is
displayed, then press E.

Steps 5 and 6 apply only to Ethernet:

5. Press C or D until the desired category is

displayed, then press E.

6. Press C or D until the desired wire size is

displayed, then press E.

7. Press A or turn the rotary switch to a new position

to exit the setup menu.

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10 Preparing the MediaChecker for Use

Calibrating the MediaChecker to a Cable Important: To ensure accurate measurements, be sure

Cables from different batches or manufacturers can have that conductive objects, including fingers, do
characteristic variances of up to 20 %, causing deviations not touch any of the cable connectors or
in length measurements. To ensure maximum accuracy conductors during calibration or cable tests.
of length measurements, calibrate the MediaChecker to a To calibrate the MediaChecker to the currently selected
known length of the cable to be tested. cable, do the following:
Important: The MediaChecker is calibrated at the 1. Connect a good cable of known length, 100 ft
factory to provide length measurements that (30 m) or longer, to the appropriate MediaChecker
are accurate enough for most applications.
connector.
In most cases, you will not need to calibrate
the MediaChecker to a specific cable. Important: If you have just finished selecting a cable
type, the MediaChecker should already
When you calibrate the MediaChecker to a specific cable,
show the calibration selection display shown
use a known length of cable at least 100 ft (30 m) long
below. In this case, read the Important note
and of the same type and category as the cable under
after step 3; then continue the calibration
test. Calibrating with cables longer than 100 ft (30 m) will
process with step 4. Otherwise, continue
improve the accuracy of length measurements. with step 2.
During the calibration process, if the cable is found to be
defective or if the cable is less than 50 ft (15 m) long,
“BAD CABLE” is displayed and the calibration process is
terminated.

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2. Turn the rotary switch to TEST, LENGTH, or WIRE 4. Press C D until “YES” appears, and then press
MAP. E. The MediaChecker takes a few measurements
on the attached cable and displays the measured
3. Press A; then press E repeatedly until the length.
following display appears:

aan07f.eps
aan06f.eps

5. Press C D until the display shows the known

Important: If the MediaChecker has already been cable length, and then press E.
calibrated to the selected cable type, “CAL”
appears on the second line of the second These cable parameters are stored and remain in
display shown at power-up. This display memory even if the MediaChecker is turned off. All future
appears for about 3 seconds before testing measurements for this cable type are compared to the
begins. To erase this calibration and use the new parameters until you perform a new calibration for
factory settings, remove all cables from the the cable type.
MediaChecker, press C D until “YES”
appears; then press E.
Press E anytime (except in setup mode)
to see the calibration status for the currently
selected cable.

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12 Key to Twisted Pair Displays

Key to Twisted Pair Displays Table 6. Key to Twisted Pair Displays (cont.)

Table 6 describes the symbols used for DeviceNet, DH+/RIO Phoenix Clip RIO DH+
DH+/RIO, and Ethernet displays. Wire Pin Display Color Color Color
Table 6. Key to Twisted Pair Displays Line 1 1 1 Blue Blue Clear
ID-- No Cable ID detected Shield 2 S Bare Bare Bare

IDRA Cable ID detected Line 2 3 2 White Clear Blue

ID?? “??” alternates with “RA”. Cable ID partially Ethernet 568A Display Wire Color
IDRA detected. There is a problem with the cable or Pair 1: 4, 5 45 Blue, White/blue
ID unit.
Pair 2: 3, 6 36 White/orange, Orange
DeviceNet Wire Display Clip/Wire Color
Pair 3: 1, 2 12 White/green, Green
V+ + Red
Pair 4: 7, 8 78 White/brown, Brown
CAN_H H White
Ethernet 568B Display Wire Color
Shield S Bare
Pair 1: 4, 5 45 Blue, White/blue
CAN_L L Blue
Pair 2: 1, 2 12 White/orange, Orange
V- - Black
Pair 3: 3, 6 36 White/green, Green
Pair 4: 7, 8 78 White/brown, Brown

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 The Test Function (TEST) 13

The Test Function (TEST) 2. For DeviceNet, DH+/RIO, and Ethernet cables,
connect the Cable ID to the far end of the cable, if
The TEST function tests the attached cable and indicates desired (refer to Table 7).
“PASS” or “FAIL” based on the cable’s compliance with
the parameters stored in the MediaChecker for the 3. Connect the cable under test to the appropriate
selected cable. The tests that are performed (Table 7) connector on the MediaChecker. Use the included
depend on whether or not a Cable ID is connected to the adapter for DeviceNet or DH+/RIO cables.
far end of the cable.
4. Turn the rotary switch to TEST.
To test only the wire map or measure only the cable
length, use the WIRE MAP or LENGTH functions. See You can omit step 5 if you know the cable selection
“Testing the Wire Map” on page 24 or “Measuring Cable is correct for the cable under test:
Length” on page 27. 5. Press E to check the cable selection. The
To test a cable, do the following: MediaChecker displays the cable selection for a few
seconds, then starts the test. If the cable selection is
1. Disconnect all network devices (nodes) and remove not correct, refer to “Preparing the MediaChecker for
the terminator from the far end of the cable to be Use” on page 8.
tested. (For information on calculating the length of a
terminated cable, see “Calculating the Distance to a “CAL” appears in the second line of the display if a
Short” on page 32.) cable calibration has been performed for the selected
cable type. See “Calibrating the MediaChecker to a
Cable” on page 10 for more information.

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14 The Test Function (TEST)

Table 7. Failures Detected for Each Cable Type

Failures Detected DeviceNet DH+/RIO Ethernet ControlNet

1
Distance to short Yes Yes Yes Yes
1 2 2
Distance to open (near end) Yes Yes Yes Yes
1
Length Yes Yes Yes Yes
3
Split pair Yes No Yes No
4 4 4
Wire map Yes Yes Yes No
1. Measured for the data pair only. For shorted power wires, the MediaChecker displays the resistance of the short.
2. The distance to an open is the same as the measured length.
3. Split pair test not run on KwikLink cables.
4. Test available when using the Cable ID.

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Twisted Pair Cable Test Results “--“ means the Cable ID is not
detected. If the MediaChecker
Important: If you suspect inaccurate length readings,
does not detect a properly
calibrate the MediaChecker to the cable. See
aan59f.eps connected Cable ID, the cable
“Calibrating the MediaChecker to a Cable” on is probably defective (most
page 10.
likely at the far end).
Length measurements show the total length
Tables 8 and 9 show examples of DeviceNet cable
of the trunk plus all drops on the cable. For
failures with and without the Cable ID connected.
information on calculating the length of just
DH+/RIO and Ethernet displays use the same fault
the trunk, drops, or taps, see “Calculating
indicators, but show different symbols for the wires. (See
Trunk, Drop, or Tap Lengths” on page 29.
Table 6.)
Twisted pair cables include DeviceNet, DH+/RIO, and Important: The MediaChecker may not detect the Cable
Ethernet. When you test twisted pair cables, the ID under some open and short conditions. The
MediaChecker checks for the Cable ID at the other end of MediaChecker alternately displays “??” and
the cable and displays one of the following when a pass “RA” (for “Resistive Adapter”) when the Cable
condition exists: ID is detected but a problem with the cable or
the Cable ID is interfering with the identification
“PASS” means the cable is
good. “RA” means the Cable process.
ID is detected.
aan09f.eps

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1
Table 8. DeviceNet Test Results (with Cable ID)

Display Failure Description

2
Short across the data pair “SHORT” is blinking. L and H are shorted together at
approximately 600' (183 m).

Split pair “SPLIT PR” is blinking. In this case, a power wire and a
data wire are swapped at the near end and swapped
back at the far end.

Open, or a wire is swapped with “OPEN” is blinking. This can mean one of the following:
the shield • The + wire is open somewhere along the cable.
• The + and S wires are swapped somewhere along
the cable.
1. The MediaChecker might not be able to map some situations with four or five wires miswired. In all cases, the MediaChecker indicates
a fault and gives a partial description of the problem, but might not identify all of the wiring errors.
2. The distance to a short may not be reported, depending on the characteristics of the short. See “Calculating the Distance to a Short” on
page 32 for more information.

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1
Table 8. DeviceNet Test Failures (with Cable ID) (cont.)

Display Failure Description

Short to the shield. “SHORT” is blinking. There is a resistive fault between S and L.
It could be a short or a slightly higher resistance. Check the
connectors first; then look for a crushed spot on the cable. You
can use an ohmmeter to measure the short’s resistance, then
use the information given under “Calculating the Distance to a
Short” on page 32 to determine the distance to the short.
2
Three wires are shorted. “SHORT”, “FAULT”, and “OPEN” are blinking. The L and –
wires are shorted to the shield (S). Use the measured resistance
(6 Ω in this case) and the information given under “Calculating
the Distance to a Short” on page 32 to determine the distance to
the short.

1. The MediaChecker might not be able to map some situations with four or five wires miswired. In all cases, the MediaChecker indicates
a fault and gives a partial description of the problem, but might not identify all of the wiring errors.
2. Because some measurements are not possible on faulted cables, the MediaChecker might report the H wire as open when it is not
actually open.

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Table 9. DeviceNet Test Failures (without Cable ID)

Display Failure Description

The MediaChecker detects a “FAULT” and “350Ω“ are blinking. There is probably
very high resistance between the one or more I/O device connected to the cable under
data lines and the “-” power line. test. To determine the cable length, do one of the
following:
• Disconnect the I/O devices and retest the cable.
• Install a terminator at the far end of the cable,
measure the resistance of the cable in series with
the terminator; then calculate the cable length. See
“Calculating the Distance to a Short” on page 32.
The MediaChecker detects a “FAULT” and “OPEN” are blinking.*
fairly high resistance between A terminator is probably connected to one end of the
the CAN_H and CAN_L (data) bus. You can subtract the resistance of the terminator
wires. (typically 120 Ω) from the measured resistance, then
calculate an approximate length using the remaining
resistance. See “Calculating the Distance to a Short”
on page 32.
To determine the cable’s wire map and get a more
accurate length measurement, replace the terminator
with the Cable ID and run the test again.
* Because some measurements are not possible on faulted cables, the MediaChecker might report the + and – wires as open when they
are not actually open.

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Table 9. DeviceNet Test Failures (without Cable ID) (cont.)

Display Failure Description

1
The MediaChecker detects a low “FAULT” and “OPEN” are blinking.
resistance between the CAN_H There is a resistive fault between L and H. The
and CAN_L (data) wires; resistance is higher than the resistance of a cable
however, the resistance is higher 1640 ft long (500 m), which is the maximum allowable
than a short circuit. length.

The MediaChecker detects a low “SHORT”, ≤954' (291 m), and “OPEN” are blinking. 1
resistance between the CAN_H There is a short between L and H. The MediaChecker
2
and CAN_L (data) wires. displays the most likely distance to the fault.
Connect the Cable ID to the far end of the cable and
repeat the test to check the + and – wires.

1. Because some measurements are not possible on faulted cables, the MediaChecker might report the + and – wires as open when
they are not actually open.
2. A short greater than zero ohms causes the MediaChecker to display a length greater than the actual distance to the short. See Figure 4
on page 23. The MediaChecker uses ohms/foot to calculate distance to a short.

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Table 9. DeviceNet Test Failures (without Cable ID) (cont.)

Display Failure Description

The MediaChecker measures a “OPEN” is blinking.* The L wire is open at the near end.
very short length for the CAN_L To detect an open at the far end, connect the Cable ID
wire as compared to the other to the far end and repeat the test or connect the Cable
wires. ID to this end of the cable and repeat the test from the
other end.

* Because some measurements are not possible on faulted cables, the MediaChecker might report the + and – wires as open when they
are not actually open.

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Coaxial Cable Test Results Important: Coaxial cables must be unterminated for the
Important: If you suspect inaccurate length readings, MediaChecker to display the cable’s length.
calibrate the MediaChecker to the cable. See An open in a coaxial cable looks just like an
“Calibrating the MediaChecker to a Cable” on unterminated cable. If you know the cable
page 10. is longer than the measurement shows,
there is probably an open on the cable.
Length measurements show the total length
of the trunk plus all taps on the cable. For The MediaChecker sounds three short tones and displays
information on calculating the length of just “FAIL” if a failure is detected.
the trunk, drops, or taps, see “Calculating
Trunk, Drop, or Tap Lengths” on page 29 or Additional information about a failure is printed on the
second line of the display and if the ] symbol is
refer to the Quick Reference Card.
displayed, additional information can be viewed with the
When you test coaxial cables (ControlNet) with a D C keys.
terminating resistor connected, the MediaChecker sounds
three short tones and displays the total resistance of the Table 10 shows examples of ControlNet cable failures.
terminator and cable wires:

aan10f.eps

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Table 10. ControlNet Test Failures

Display Failure Description

1
The MediaChecker detects a cable length If “2130'“ (650 m) is flashing, the cable is
1
greater than 2130 ft (650 m) , which is the longer than the maximum the
maximum it can measure. MediaChecker can measure. Break the
cable near its center and measure the two
parts separately.
The MediaChecker detects a resistance that A terminator resistor is probably connected
is greater than the resistance of 2130 ft to one end of the bus. Remove the
(650 m) of cable (about 65 Ω).
1
terminator; then retest.
Or, subtract the terminator’s resistance
(75 Ω) from the measured resistance to get
the cable resistance. Then use the
procedure under “Calculating the Distance
to a Short” on page 32 to calculate the
cable length.
The MediaChecker detects a resistance that “SHORT” is blinking. A resistance less than
1
is less than the resistance of 2130 ft (650 m) 65 Ω (which is too low to be a terminator) is
of cable (about 65 Ω).
2
across the line.
The display shows the most likely distance
to the fault.
1. The MediaChecker measures lengths to 650 m; however distances in feet beyond 999 ft are rounded to the nearest 10 ft.
2. A short greater than zero ohms causes the MediaChecker to display a length greater than the actual distance to the short. Figure 4
on page 23 illustrates this process using an Ethernet example. The MediaChecker uses ohms/foot to calculate distance to a short.

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80 Feet

MediaChecker

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0Ω SHORT
SETUP ENTER

LENGTH
TEST WIRE MAP

OFF

70 Feet

MediaChecker

1788-MCHKR 0.5Ω SHORT

SETUP ENTER

LENGTH
TEST WIRE MAP

OFF

aan04f.eps
Figure 4. Testing for Shorts (Ethernet Example)

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24 Testing the Wire Map (WIRE MAP)

Testing the Wire Map (WIRE MAP) Important: If you select the “COAX” cable type while in
the WIRE MAP mode, the MediaChecker will
Using the MediaChecker’s WIRE MAP function and the
perform the LENGTH test on the cable.
Cable ID, you can determine the wiring of both the near
and far ends of twisted pair cables. To test the wire map, Assuming the cable attached to the MediaChecker is a
do the following: DeviceNet Thick cable with no failures, the following
display indicates a good cable:
1. Connect the cable under test to the appropriate
connector on the MediaChecker.
Near End
2. Connect the Cable ID to the far end of the cable. Use
an adapter, if necessary.

3. Turn the rotary switch to WIRE MAP. Far End

aan13f.eps
You can omit step 4 if you know the cable selection
is correct for the cable under test.
The top line always displays the near end of the cable;
4. Press E to check the cable selection. The the second line always displays the far end.
MediaChecker displays the cable selection for a few
seconds and then starts the test. If the cable
selection is not correct, refer to “Preparing the
MediaChecker for Use” on page 8 for instructions on
selecting a new cable setting. “CAL” appears in the
second line of the display if a cable calibration has
been performed for the selected cable type.

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When the MediaChecker detects something on the far The following display indicates the near end wiring of a
end of the cable, but cannot determine if it is the Cable cable without the Cable ID connected:
ID, “ID” is displayed. The MediaChecker alternately
displays “??” and “RA” when the Cable ID is detected but
a problem with the cable or with the Cable ID is interfering
with the identification process.

Without the Cable ID connected to the far end of the

cable, the MediaChecker displays “--”. aan14f.eps

Table 11 shows example of wire map failures on

DeviceNet cable.

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26 Testing the Wire Map (WIRE MAP)

Table 11. DeviceNet Wire Map Failures (with Cable ID)

Display Failure Description

Miswire (wires “H” and “+” are blinking. The first line on the display (LH +- S) shows the
are swapped) near end connections. The second line (L+ H- S) shows far end
connections. This mapping shows that the H and + wires are swapped.

Short The S and L wires are shorted together.

Open, or a wire “o” is blinking in the bottom line. The “+” wire is open at the far end or is
is swapped with swapped with the shield (S).
the shield

Multiple shorts* “ss”, “L-”, and “o” are blinking. “ss” blinking indicates a short from L to S.
“L-” blinking indicates a fault between the L and – wires. Use TEST or
LENGTH to check the resistance between the wires.

Split pair If nothing is blinking, the connection is good. If part of the display is
blinking (for example, “+-” in both rows), there is a split pair, or a fault that
the MediaChecker cannot clearly identify because the fault interferes with
testing.
* The MediaChecker alternately displays “??” and “RA” when the Cable ID is detected, but a problem with the cable or with the Cable ID is
interfering with the identification process.

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Measuring Cable Length (LENGTH) Before a length measurement is made, the MediaChecker
performs diagnostic tests to prevent any cable failures
Important: If you suspect inaccurate length readings, from corrupting the length measurement. All failures are
calibrate the MediaChecker to the cable. See described in the earlier sections “The TEST Function” and
“Calibrating the MediaChecker to a Cable” on “Testing the Wire Map”.
page 10.
To measure the length of a cable, do the following:
Length measurements show the total length
of the trunk plus all drops or taps on the 1. Disconnect all network equipment and remove the
cable. For information on calculating the terminator from the far end of the cable to be tested.
length of just the trunk, drops, or taps, see (For information on calculating the length of a
“Calculating Trunk, Drop, or Tap Lengths” on terminated cable, see “Calculating the Distance to a
page 29. Short” on page 32.)
Using the MediaChecker's LENGTH function, you can 2. Connect the cable under test to the appropriate
measure the length of both twisted-pair and coaxial connector on the MediaChecker.
cables. If the MediaChecker is not calibrated to the cable
under test, the factory defaults are used to compute the 3. Turn the rotary switch to LENGTH.
length. If you require more accurate length
measurements, refer to “Calibrating the MediaChecker to You can omit step 4 if you know that the cable
a Cable” described on page 10. selection is correct for the cable under test.

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4. Press E to check the cable selection. For a DeviceNet cable with no failures, the display shows
the following:
The MediaChecker displays the cable selection for a
few seconds and then starts the test. If the cable
selection is not correct, refer to “Preparing the
MediaChecker for Use” on page 8 to select a new
cable setting. “CAL” appears in the second line of the
display if a cable calibration has been performed for
the selected cable type.
Important: When a length measurement flashes on the
display, the length of the cable exceeds
either the maximum allowed by the standard
(for DeviceNet, DH+/RIO, and Ethernet aan11f.eps

cables) or the MediaChecker’s range of The MediaChecker cannot determine the length of a
measurement (for ControlNet cables). coaxial cable terminated with a resistance. Only the total
resistance of the wire and the terminator is displayed. An
The information displayed depends on the type of cable
unterminated coaxial cable 445 ft long gives the following
selected.
result:

aan12f.e

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Calculating Trunk, Drop, or Tap Lengths This section shows how to calculate the length of just the
trunk or the total length of just the drops or taps.
When you test a cable that has drops or taps, the
MediaChecker reports the length of the trunk, plus the
total length of all the drops or taps on the trunk.

DeviceNet and DH+/RIO Length Calculations

Formulas:

Measure drop lengths with the MediaChecker or a tape measure.

• Trunk length = Measured length – Total actual length of drops

• Total drop length = Measured length – Trunk length

Example 1: Calculating trunk length

A cable measures 270 ft long. The cable has 2 drops of 15 ft each.

Trunk length = 270 ft measured length – 30 ft drop length = 240 ft trunk length

Example 2: Calculating total drop length

A cable measures 788 ft long. The trunk is 400 ft long.

Total length of drops = 788 ft measured length – 400 ft trunk length = 388 ft total drop length

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ControlNet Length Calculations

Measured tap lengths depend on whether the taps are terminated or not. See Table 12.

Formulas:

• Trunk length = Measured length – Total measured length of taps

• Total tap length = Measured length – Trunk length

Example 1: Calculating trunk length

A cable measures 750 ft long and has 16 unterminated taps.

From Table 12, 16 unterminated taps = 69 measured ft

Trunk length = 750 ft measured length – 69 ft tap length = 681 ft trunk length

Example 2: Calculating total tap length and the number of taps

A cable measures 328 m long. The actual cable length is 274 m. The taps on the cable are terminated.

Measured (terminated) total tap length = 328 m – 274 m = 54 m

From Table 12, 54 meters of terminated taps corresponds to 23 taps.

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Table 12. Measured Tap Lengths for ControlNet Number

Cables of Taps Terminated Tap* Unterminated Tap
Number 18 140 ft (43 m) 77 ft (23.5 m)
of Taps Terminated Tap* Unterminated Tap 19 148 ft (45 m) 82 ft (25 m)
1 8 ft (2.5 m) 4 ft (1.5 m) 20 156 ft (47.5 m) 86 ft (26 m)
2 16 ft (5 m) 9 ft (2.5 m) 21 164 ft (50 m) 90 ft (27.5 m)
3 23 ft (7 m) 13 ft (4 m) 22 172 ft (52.5 m) 95 ft (29 m)
4 31 ft (9.5 m) 17 ft (5 m) 23 179 ft (54.5 m) 99 ft (30 m)
5 39 ft (12 m) 22 ft (6.5 m) 24 187 ft (57 m) 103 ft (31.5 m)
6 47 ft (14.5 m) 26 ft (8 m) 25 195 ft (59.5 m) 108 ft (33 m)
7 55 ft (16.5 m) 30 ft (9 m) 26 203 ft (62 m) 112 ft (34 m)
8 62 ft (19 m) 34 ft (10.5 m) 27 211 ft (64 m) 116 ft (35.5 m)
9 70 ft (21.5 m) 39 ft (12 m) 28 218 ft (66.5 m) 120 ft (36.5 m)
10 78 ft (24 m) 43 ft (13 m) 29 226 ft (69 m) 125 ft (38 m)
11 86 ft (26 m) 47 ft (14.5 m) 30 234 ft (71.5 m) 129 ft (39.5 m)
12 94 ft (28.5 m) 52 ft (15.5 m) 31 242 ft (73.5 m) 133 ft (40.5 m)
13 101 ft (31 m) 56 ft (17 m) 32 250 ft (76 m) 138 ft (42 m)
14 109 ft (33.5 m) 60 ft (18.5 m) 33 257 ft (78.5 m) 142 ft (43 m)
15 117 ft (35.5 m) 65 ft (19.5 m) 34 265 ft (81 m) 146 ft (44.5 m)
16 125 ft (38 m) 69 ft (21 m) 35 273 ft (83 m) 151 ft (46 m)
17 133 ft (40.5 m) 73 ft (22.5 m) * Terminated with 1786/1797-TCAP

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Table 12. Measured Tap Lengths for ControlNet Calculating the Distance to a Short
Cables (cont.)
Depending on the type of short on a cable, the
Number MediaChecker may or may not be able to determine the
of Taps Terminated Tap* Unterminated Tap distance to the short. If the MediaChecker cannot report
36 281 ft (85.5 m) 155 ft (47 m) the distance, you can use the information in this section
37 289 ft (88 m) 159 ft (48.5 m) to calculate the distance to the short.
38 296 ft (90.5 m) 163 ft (50 m) You can also use this information to calculate the
39 304 ft (92.5 m) 168 ft (51 m) approximate length of a terminated cable.
40 312 ft (95 m) 172 ft (52.5 m)
The MediaChecker reports information on shorts and
41 320 ft (97.5 m) 176 ft (53.5 m) terminated cables as follows:
42 328 ft (100 m) 181 ft (55 m)
Short across a data pair: The MediaChecker measures
43 335 ft (102 m) 185 ft (56.5 m)
the resistance of the short, then displays the distance to
44 343 ft (104.5 m) 189 ft (57.5 m) the short based on the resistance.
45 351 ft (107 m) 194 ft (59 m)
Short across a power pair or from a power wire to a
46 359 ft (109.5 m) 198 ft (60.5 m) data wire: The MediaChecker measures and displays the
47 367 ft (111.5 m) 202 ft (61.5 m) resistance of the short. You can use the resistance value
48 374 ft (114 m) 206 ft (63 m) to calculate the distance to the short.
* Terminated with 1786/1797-TCAP

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Short across the shield and any other wire: The Rs

MediaChecker reports the short, but cannot measure its Distance to short =
R1 + R2
resistance or determine the distance to the short. You can
use an ohmmeter to measure the resistance; then use the Rs: Resistance of the short, as measured by the
resistance to calculate the distance to the short. MediaChecker or with your own meter.
R1: Resistance per unit of length of one of the shorted
Terminated cable: The MediaChecker indicates a fault conductors.
and displays a resistance. To determine the approximate
length of a terminated cable, subtract the terminator’s R2: Resistance per unit of length of the other shorted
resistance (75 Ω for ControlNet; 120 Ω for DeviceNet) conductor.
from the measured resistance; then use the remaining Following is a sample calculation:
resistance as Rs in the following procedure. Note that the
terminator’s tolerance will add some degree of error to the A DeviceNet Thin cable is shorted across H and the
calculation. shield. Here are the resistance values:
Important: When testing Ethernet cable, the • Rs (as measured with an ohmmeter): 10 Ω
MediaChecker can report the distance to all
the shorts described above because • R1 (resistance of H): 0.028 Ω/ft
additional test data is available from other
wire pairs. • R2 (shield resistance): 0.0032 Ω/ft

Use the following formula to calculate the distance to a 10 Ω

Distance to short =
short. Refer to Tables 13 and 14 for cable resistances. 0.028 Ω/ft + 0.0032 Ω/ft

10 Ω
= = 321 ft
0.0312 Ω/ft

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Table 13. DeviceNet and DH+/RIO Cable Resistances Table 14. ControlNet Cable Resistances

Data Pair Power Pair Cable Type Center Shield

Cable Type (H, L) (+,-) Shield Conductor

DeviceNet 0.0069 Ω/ft 0.0032 Ω/ft 0.00175 Ω/ft 0.028 Ω/ft 0.0036 Ω/ft
ControlNet RG6
Thick 0.0226 Ω/m 0.0105 Ω/m 0.00575 Ω/m 0.0918 Ω/m 0.0118 Ω/m
DeviceNet 0.028 Ω/ft 0.01617 Ω/ft 0.0032 Ω/ft 0.0099 Ω/ft 0.0029 Ω/ft
ControlNet RG6F
Thin 0.0918 Ω/m 0.053 Ω/m 0.0105 Ω/m 0.0325 Ω/m 0.0095 Ω/m
DeviceNet 0.00404 Ω/ft 0.00404 Ω/ft NA 0.0255 Ω/ft 0.0032 Ω/ft
ControlNet DS3/4
KwikLink 0.01325 Ω/m 0.01325 Ω/m 0.0836 Ω/m 0.0105 Ω/m
DH+/RIO 0.00944 Ω/ft NA 0.0041Ω/ft
0.031 Ω/m 0.0135 Ω/m

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Setup Selections Setup selections that rarely need changing are under a
special “Power-up” menu. From the Power-up menu, you
In setup mode you can select cable characteristics and can do the following:
customize the MediaChecker’s operation. Once changed,
• Select the display language
these settings are stored and remain in the
• Select length measurement units between feet (‘)
MediaChecker even when it is turned off.
and meters (m)
In setup mode you can do the following: • Select wire size units between AWG and millimeters
(mm)
• Select a network protocol (Ethernet, ControlNet,
• Set the noise filter for 50 Hz or 60 Hz
DeviceNet, DH+/RIO)
• Select a cable type To make a Power-up setup selection, do the following:
• Select a cable category
1. With the MediaChecker OFF, press and hold A
• Select a wire size
while turning the rotary switch to TEST.
• Calibrate the MediaChecker to a specific cable
• Enable or display the beeper for “PASS” and “FAIL” 2. Press E to step through the selections.
results
• Adjust the display contrast 3. Press C or D to select the desired setup
To make a SETUP selection, do the following: condition.

1. Press A. 4. Press A to exit the setup mode, or press E to

move to the next setup selection.
2. Press E to step through the selections.

3. Press C or D to select the desired setup

condition.

4. Press A to exit the setup mode, or press E to

move to the next setup selection.

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Maintenance
General
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and
detergent; do not use abrasives or solvents. Clean and
dry as required. If the MediaChecker will remain unused
for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent
damage from leakage.

Replacing Batteries +
Two 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries power the MediaChecker
and typically provide 50 hours of operation. Using the +
backlight may significantly reduce battery life. Figure 5
shows how to replace the batteries.

Determining the Software Version

aan05f.eps
The version number of your MediaChecker’s software
Figure 5. Replacing the Batteries
appears briefly on the display when you turn on the
MediaChecker. To hold the version number on the
display, hold down A while turning on the
When Something Goes Wrong
MediaChecker. If the MediaChecker seems to be malfunctioning, try the
troubleshooting steps in Table 15 before returning the
MediaChecker to Rockwell Automation for repair.

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Table 15. Troubleshooting the MediaChecker

Symptom 1: Display goes blank.

Action Result Explanation

1. Turn the rotary switch to OFF, wait 5 seconds and turn Display is active The Battery Save feature turned the MediaChecker
the switch to TEST. off.*
Display still blank Go to step 2.

2. Replace the batteries (see “Replacing Batteries” on Display is active Batteries were too low to run the MediaChecker.
page 36).
Display still blank Go to step 3.

3. Return the MediaChecker for repair. See “Returning the Problem appears to be a MediaChecker
MediaChecker for Repair” on page 39. malfunction.

Symptom 2: The MediaChecker seems to be measuring incorrectly.

1. Perform a self-test on the MediaChecker. See Self-test fails Internal circuitry is defective. Go to step 3.
“Performing a Self-Test” on page 38.
Self-test passes Go to step 2.

2. Calibrate the MediaChecker as described on page 10. Calibration not effective Go to step 3.

3. Return the MediaChecker for repair. See “Returning the Problem appears to be a MediaChecker
MediaChecker for repair” on page 39. malfunction.
* To disable Battery Save, turn the rotary switch to OFF, then press and hold E while turning the rotary switch to TEST.

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Performing a Self-Test Important: To exit without performing a self-test, either

When the MediaChecker is on, it periodically tests some press A, or ensure that the second line is
of its internal circuits. If a problem is detected, the displaying “NO” and press E to move to
MediaChecker displays the following message: the next setup selection.

4. Press E to activate the self-test program.

You will be prompted to install the Cable ID. There

are two ways to install the Cable ID, each with
different results:
aan16f.eps • To run a self-test on DeviceNet and DH+/RIO
functions, connect a DB9-to-Mini/Micro male
You can perform a more thorough self-test on DeviceNet, adapter in series with a Mini/Micro female-to-DB 9
DH+/RIO, and Ethernet functions as follows: adapter. Use this series combination to connect
between the DB9 connector on the Cable ID and
1. With the MediaChecker off, press and hold A the DB9 connector on the MediaChecker.
while turning the rotary switch to TEST.

2. Press E until “SELF-TEST?” is displayed.

3. Press C or D to select “YES”.

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• To run a self-test on Ethernet functions, connect Returning the MediaChecker for Repair
an Ethernet patch cord to the RJ45-to-DB9
adapter. Use this series combination to connect If after performing the previous tests you believe the
from the DB9 connector on the Cable ID to the MediaChecker is not performing properly, send the
complete kit to a local Rockwell Automation location for
RJ45 connector on the MediaChecker.
repair. Rockwell Automation assumes no responsibility for
5. After installing the Cable ID, press E to continue damage in transit.
the self-test program.
A 1788-MCHKR MediaChecker covered by the limited
The MediaChecker displays “PASS” or “FAIL”. The self- warranty will be promptly repaired or replaced (at
test repeats until you press A or the MediaChecker Rockwell Automation’s option) and returned to you at no
turns itself off (Battery Save function). charge. If the warranty has lapsed, the MediaChecker will
be repaired and returned for a fixed fee. Contact a
If any failure is detected, return the unit to Rockwell Rockwell Automation distributor for information and
Automation for repair. prices.
To check the MediaChecker's coaxial cable functions, run
the TEST and LENGTH tests on a known length of cable.

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Parts and Accessories

Table 16. Parts and Accessories

Description Part No.

RA (Resistive Adapter) cable identifier with female DB9 connector 97157801
Users manual (multi-language) 957259-13
Quick reference card 957259-93
1788-MCHKR Accessory Kit 1788-MCHKRACC
• 1 RJ-45F to DB9 male adapter
• 1 RJ-45 to RJ-45 straight-through patch cable
• 2 Male DB9 to male 3-pin Phoenix adapters
• 2 Male DB9 to male 5-pin Phoenix adapters
• 2 Male DB9 to male mini adapters
• 2 Male DB9 to male micro adapters
• 2 Male DB9 to 5 alligator clips lead
• 1 Male DB9 to female micro adapter
• 1 Male DB9 to female mini adapter

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Specifications ATTENTION: Never connect the

These specifications assume the MediaChecker was MediaChecker to any telephony inputs,
calibrated using 100 ft (30 m) (or more) of cable of the systems, or equipment, including ISDN.
same type and batch as the cable being measured.
Accuracy is specified for two years after calibration. Table 17. Cable Test Characteristics
Coax Termination Measurements Network Cable Wiring Pass/Fail Pins
Any loop resistance value between 5 Ω and 350 Ω is
interpreted as a terminator resistance. Resistance values DeviceNet Thick and DeviceNet Data pair, power
below 5 Ω are considered shorts; resistance values Thin pair, shield
greater than 350 Ω are displayed as >350 Ω.
DeviceNet KwikLink DeviceNet Data pair,
Input Connectors power pair

RJ45, DB-9, and BNC DH+/RIO Blue Hose DH+ Data pair, shield
or similar
Input Protection
ControlNet RG6, Coaxial Center pin and
Will withstand connection to any of the supported
RG6F, shield
networks in a live condition with a supply voltage not
DS3/4
exceeding 25 V.
Ethernet UTP/FTP EIA/TIA Wire pairs 1, 2;
“ACTIVE CABLE” is displayed and an audible signal
sounds when the MediaChecker is connected to a cable 4-pair 3, 6; 4, 5; 7, 8
with voltage present. Also the foil
(shield) for FTP

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Table 18. ControlNet Cable Test Specifications

Cable Length Distance to Short

1 2 2
Cable Range Accuracy Resolution Accuracy Resolution

ControlNet RG-6 1 m to 650 m 10 % + 10 m

ControlNet RG-6F (high flex RG-6) 10 % + 1 m (6 ft) 0.5 m (1 ft) 1 m (5 ft)
(2 ft to 2130 ft) (10 % + 30 ft)
ControlNet DS3/4 5065

1. For these cable types, the length to an open is displayed, but the “OPEN” error message is not displayed.
2. 0.5 m (1 ft) for cables <100 m long (328 ft); 1 m (5 ft) for cables >100 m long; 1 ft (0.5 m) for cables to 999 ft long (305 m); 10 ft for
cables > 999 ft long.

Table 19. DeviceNet Cable Test Specifications

Cable Length Distance to Short

1 2 2 3
Cable Range Accuracy Resolution Accuracy Resolution

DeviceNet Thick 1 m to 500 m (3 ft to 1640 ft)

10 % + 12 m (40 ft) 1 m (5 ft)
DeviceNet KwikLink 1 m to 420 m (3 ft to 1380 ft) 7 % + 2 m (6 ft) See Note 3

DeviceNet Thin 1 m to 100 m (3 ft to 328 ft) 7 % + 3 m (10 ft) 0.5 m (1 ft)

1. For these cable types, the length to an open is displayed, but the “OPEN” error message is not displayed.
2. For the data pair only. Lengths greater than 999 ft are rounded to the nearest 10 ft.
3. 0.5 m (1 ft) for cables <100 m long (328 ft); 1 m (5 ft) for cables >100 m long; 1 ft (0.5 m) for cables to 999 ft long (305 m); 10 ft (3 m)
for cables >999 ft long.

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Table 20. DH+/RIO Cable Test Specifications

Cable Length Distance to Short

1 2 3 2
Cable Range Accuracy Resolution Accuracy Resolution

DH+/RIO 1770-CD 1 m to 350 m 7%+3m

DH+/RIO 9022 7 % + 2 m (6 ft) See Note 2 0.5 m (1 ft)
(2 ft to 999 ft) (7 % + 10 ft)
DH+/RIO 9463
1. For these cable types, the length to an open is displayed, but the “OPEN” error message is not displayed.
2. 0.5 m (1 ft) for cables <100 m long (328 ft); 1 m (5 ft) for cables >100 m long; 1 ft (0.5 m) for cables to 999 ft long (305 m); 10 ft (3 m)
for cables >999 ft long.
3. For the data pair only.

Table 21. Ethernet Cable Test Specifications

2
Test Range Accuracy Resolution
Cable length 7 % + 0.5 m (1 ft)
Distance to short 7 % + 3 m (7 % + 10 ft) 0.5 m (1 ft)
1 m to 350 m (2 ft to 999 ft)
Distance to open 7 % + 3 m (7 % + 10 ft)
1
Split pairs NA NA
1. Testing for split pairs requires 2 or more pairs with similar capacitance. Split pair section of the cable must be at least 2 meters (6 ft)
long and greater than 10 % of the total cable length.
2. 0.5 m (1 ft) for cables <100 m long (328 ft); 1 m (5 ft) for cables >100 m long; 1 ft (0.5 m) for cables to 999 ft long (305 m); 10 ft (3 m) for
cables >999 ft long.

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Power Electromagnetic Compatibility

Two AA size 1.5 V alkaline batteries Meets FCC part 15-b
Battery type: ANSI/NEDA-15A or IEC-LR6 Meets EN 50081-1: 1993, EN 50082-1; 1995
Low battery indicated on the display Meets AS/NZS 2064
Typical battery life: 50 hours N223
Timed power-off function (Battery Save feature) Safety
Dimensions EN60950 2nd edition, 1,2,3,4 Low Voltage
18.4 cm x 9.8 cm x 4.6 cm Directive
(7.25 in x 3.875 in x 1.8 in)  C22.2 No. 950 2nd edition (1996)
Weight
Display
354.4 g (12.5 oz)
LCD (2 lines of 16 characters) with backlight
Environmental Conditions
Controls
Temperature
Four-position rotary switch and 5 tactile-feedback
Non-operating (storage): -20 °C to +60 °C
momentary switches
Operating: 0 °C to +45 °C
Operating Humidity Warranty
10 °C to 30 °C: 95 % ±5 % RH (without condensation) One year from date of purchase
30 °C to 40 °C: 75 % ±5 % RH (without condensation)
40 °C to 45 °C: 45 % ±5 % RH (without condensation) Calibration Period
Altitude Two years from manufacturing date

Non-operating: 0 km to 12 km (40,000 ft)

Operating: 0 km to 4.57 km (15,000 ft)

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