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FIG. 1
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9
8
2
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1.
Test Remote #1 (Red)
2.
Test Remote #2 (Blue)
3.
Test Remote #3 (Green)
4.
Test Remote #4 (Black)
5.
F-Connector
6.
Battery Cap
2x AAA Batteries
7.
(included)
8.
Remote Holder
9.
F-Adapter
10.
TEST Button
11.
PASS LEDs
12.
OPEN Fault LED
13.
SHORT Fault LED
14.
Pocket Clip (Back)
NOTE: There are no
user-serviceable
parts inside tester.
5
3
11
12
13
10
4
14
7
6
VDV512-101 Instructions
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Klein Tools Coax Explorer
®
2 verifies proper continuity of F-connector coaxial cables and
maps their location. The color-coded push-on remotes allow for up to four cables to be tested
and mapped, displaying cable status via LED indicators (PASS, OPEN, or SHORT) that also
identify the cable/remote location.
• Environment: Indoor
• Operating Altitude: 10000 ft. (3000 m) maximum
• Operating Temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
• Storage Temp: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
• Relative Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Dimensions (including remote holder): 5.7" x 2.3" x 1.1" (145 x 32 x 29 mm)
• Weight (including batteries): 4.8 oz. (136 g)
Specifications subject to change.
TESTING/MAPPING CABLES
NOTE: Not for use on powered circuits or outlets.
1
2
3
1. Connect a test remote
,
,
or
tested. If necessary, use the included F-adapter
cable. If mapping, install remaining remotes to additional locations.
2. Connect the opposite end of the cable or outlet to be tested to the F-connector
the Coax Explorer
2.
®
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3. Press and hold the TEST button
. If the cable is wired correctly, one of the four PASS
11
LEDs
will light, also indicating the cable/remote location. If there is a problem with
the cable, one of the FAULT LEDs (OPEN
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to test/map additional cables.
TESTING AN UNINSTALLED CABLE
9
1. Using the included F-adapter
, connect a test remote
tested.
2. Connect the opposite end of the cable to be tested to the F-connector
Explorer
2.
®
10
3. Press and hold the TEST button
. If the cable is wired correctly, the corresponding
11
PASS LED
will light. If there is a problem with the cable, one of the FAULT LEDs
12
13
(OPEN
or SHORT
) will light.
REMOTE HOLDER/STORAGE
The test remotes conveniently snap into the remote holder
9
included F-adapter
, push two remotes onto the adapter before snapping the remotes into
the holder.
The remote holder snaps onto the body of the Coax Explorer
desired. Hold the tester in one hand and apply slight downward pressure to one side of the
remote holder with the other hand to release it from the tester. To reattach, align the holder
with the tester body and snap back into place.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT (FIG. 1)
When the TEST button is pressed and no LEDs light, the batteries must be replaced.
1. Unscrew the battery cap
6
.
2. Remove and recycle the two spent AAA batteries
3. Install two new AAA batteries, with the positive (+) side facing into the tester as shown.
4. Screw battery cap tightly back into place.
STORAGE
Remove the batteries when the tester is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose
to high temperatures or humidity. After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the
limits mentioned in the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section, allow the tester to return to normal
operating conditions before using.
FCC AND IC COMPLIANCE
See this product's page at www.kleintools.com for FCC compliance information.
Canada ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)
WARRANTY
www.kleintools.com/warranty
DISPOSAL / RECYCLE
Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash. Items must be properly
disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Please see
www.epa.gov/recycle for additional information.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
KLEIN TOOLS, INC.
450 Bond Street, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
customerservice@kleintools.com
4
to one end of the cable or outlet to be
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to connect the test remote to the
5
12
13
or SHORT
) will light.
1
to one end of the cable to be
5
on the Coax
8
for storage. To store the
2 and may be removed if
®
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.
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