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Ready for Category 6 and Beyond
The WireScope 350
provides comprehensive support for all current and emerging LAN cable
certification standards including Category 6 / Class E channel and permanent
link. Offering outstanding test performance, ease of use and graphic reporting,
the WireScope 350 is the ultimate tool for LAN and cabling professionals.
Superior Measurement Performance
WireScope
350 is based on frequency domain testing, the same principle used by the world's
most accurate Network Analyzers. Its unmatched hardware accuracy is further
augmented by state-of-the-art software algorithms including a novel patent
pending Enhanced Auto Cancellation Technology to automatically cancel the
interface and adapter effects from the test results. This automatic and dynamic
compensation assures superior repeatability and accuracy with continuous usage
of the instrument.
Color User Interface
A
bright color touch screen simplifies navigation through menus and improves
comprehension of test result data, resulting in faster operation and reduced
training times. Test setup advisor screens assist the operator when configuring
test options, minimizing the chances of inadvertently testing to the wrong
limits. All settings can be defined on a PC and downloaded in a single
operation, speeding the process of configuring multiple WireScope 350 sets for
the same job site testing requirements
Universal SmartProbes
Enable Accurate Cat 6 Testing
The WireScope 350 supports
category 6 testing with Universal Link & Channel SmartProbes which have been
designed to maximize Category 6 / Class E certification test margins for
virtually all brands & categories of cabling.
Agilent's
Universal SmartProbes guarantee TIA Level III accuracy and optimized test
margins when used with standards compliant category 6 cabling may be the only
test cords you need for category 6 certification.
Given the
significant improvement in the quality and consistency of category 6 connecting
hardware, it may no longer be necessary to purchase manufacturer-specific link
test cords to match the connecting hardware in the channel under test. Of course
Agilent still offers a large selection of manufacturer-specific category 6 Link
and Block SmartProbes.
Measurement accuracy can also suffer if worn
out test adapters are used. To minimize accuracy problems, the WireScope 350
uses "SmartProbe" test adapters that contain their own configuration data and a
counter that logs the number of tests they have been used for. As a consequence,
the WireScope 350 can warn the user if an attached test adapter is inappropriate
for the selected test limits. This avoids wasting time testing to the wrong
limits.
Fiber Support is a Snap
By snapping
on the optional Fiber SmartProbe adapters, the WireScope 350 can also test
either multi-mode or single-mode optical fiber installations. Test results are
stored in the same database with copper tests and can be integrated into the
same reports.
Easy to Follow Setup
Instructions
As new standards, limits and cabling system
warranty program rules appear, certification testing becomes more complex. A
significant challenge lies in setting the proper limits and measurement options
before testing starts. The WireScope 350 user interface addresses this problem
through step-by-step setup instructions that guide the user through all of the
necessary choices.
Downloadable Test
Profiles
In order to further speed the setup process, the user
can load a test profile, which defines all limit, cabling and tester settings.
Test profiles can be created within ScopeData Pro or pre-defined profiles for
popular warranty programs can be downloaded. Test profiles can optionally be
locked so that while loaded in the WireScope 350, no settings can be changed.
Extensive Fault Diagnostics
Clear fault
schematics simplify diagnosis of failing cabling runs at the job site. A
distance to fault locator function pinpoints the source of trouble.
Memory Cards Store Plot Data
The WireScope
350 stores plot data on removable Compact Flash memory cards. This approach
allows for unlimited expansion of memory capacity and transferal of test data
without taking the WireScope 350 out of service. Readily available Compact Flash
card readers and adapters allow data to be uploaded directly to either laptop or
desktop PCs.
Professional Quality Graphic
Reports
As the complexity of cable testing standards increases,
it becomes more challenging to clearly present test result data. Included
ScopeData Pro software solves this problem with professionally designed report
layouts that include plots of test data, facilitating at-a-glance analysis of
cabling quality and headroom vs. limits. Test reports can be easily customized
to include the contractor or client logo graphics on every page for a truly
professional look.
General Specs:
- Certifies compliance of installed LAN Cabling to
TIA Category 6 and ISO Class E Standards
- Support for Cat 6 Channel & Permanent Link Certification
- Accuracy beyond TIA level III requirements traceable to laboratory
reference standards
- Tests installed multimode or single-mode optical fiber via Fiber
SmartProbe attachments
- Expandable test result storage on removable compact flash memory
cards
- Automated TIA-606-A Cable Identification Solution
- Included ScopeData Pro software produces professional quality
graphic test reports
- Easy to use color touch screen interface minimizes training
requirements
- Talkset support improves coordination within testing teams
Features include:
- Prints professional-quality preformatted graphic test reports, complete
with logos and data plots
- Uploads copper and fiber test results from both WireScope 155 and
WireScope 350
- Limit Wizard function enables user to pre-configure and lock test settings
for multiple WireScope 350 units to ensure consistency
- Organizes cable tests by site, building, floor, wiring closet, etc., to
simplify record navigation
- Application can be freely distributed with test results to facilitate
customer access to on-line test reports
- Stores test data in Microsoft Access database format
- Can be integrated with popular cable management software
solutions
- The software is the ideal system for organizing and analyzing electronic
test results for large projects or sites.
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