Klein New Scout Pro 3 With PoE (Power over Ethernet) VDV501 853

[@joedillon159]

Sparkman is the best teacher on the Internet! I own this device and didn’t know it would do half these things! Wow! Thanks Sparkman!

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much Joe! I just added a post on my channel that should help give more info about the tester: Klein VDV501-853 Wire Map and Display Examples.jpg Have a great weekend!

[@CarlosDuben]

For all those asking, the POE port on the side is just basically a volt meter to test what voltage you're getting from that cable, regardless of the source, POE injector or POE capable switch... but in order for you to trace cables you will still need to plug the tester on one side and mapping end on the other side of the same cable. So POE will not be present during mapping. Also per the instruction manual: NOTE: DO NOT attempt to use Hub Blink function when connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) active port.

[@khalilburton3816]

I feel like you saved many techs thru this comment. Gracias

[@00o0oo00o00]

What happens if you accidentally plug the tester or one of the test and map ends into PoE? I'm looking to buy this and wanna know if it's fool proof like the Fluke one?

[@itoothitooth4943]

Can the VDV Scout Pro 3 be used to trace a POE RJ45 cable? It seems the the power on the cable would not allow the trace. The only thing I can think of is to turn off the power to the cable and do a trace after that with a remote MAP I.D.

[@electricianron_New_Jersey]

Power over Ethernet is becoming bigger each day. In NJ you need a license for anything over 10 volts. This includes POE!

[@SparkyChannel]

Hi Ron! Yes, PoE is getting bigger and bigger. Have a great week!

[@Aepek]

The cases for the scout have always been pretty great. The 853 model is pretty dang cool with the new features, but kinda wish they woulda changed the cases a tad bit to distinguish better from model to model. Pretty cool though. Liked the review, as ALWAYS, as you show the products “in use”, which is great. Cheers✌🏼

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks and cheers from San Diego! I just added a post on my channel: Klein VDV501-853 Wire Map and Display Examples.jpg if you're interested. Have a great weekend!

[@konamanstudio2447]

🍻🍺🍕😜

[@SparkyChannel]

@@konamanstudio2447 and pizza! 😜

[@noahlamb5728]

Damn it home depot I bought that model without the poe slot like 2 weeks ago and now I want the new one

[@philipduncan6452]

Bout pulled the trigger on the wrong pro 3. Saw that it was $12 cheaper a week ago, so i paused only to discover that it didn't have the PoE port. Instead, almost double the price packaged with a kit that I have no interest in. Tool only?

[@RellyOhBoy]

You didn't demo the Hub Port Blink mode. That's a pretty significant feature.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@AlarmSystemStore]

There is quite a price difference between VDV501 852 and VDV501 853... Am I correct in assuming the 852 do everything the 853 can but only has one smart remote? And is the separate probe really needed if you have the mapping remote since they not only locate the cable but test the pairs for continuity as well? Seem redundant to me. Thank you for the great video!

[@SparkyChannel]

You have it correct, yes. The 853 is more of a kit and the 852 just has the essentials with a considerably lower price.

[@HiltonRalphs]

The probe is much quicker to use. Remember you only need one end connected with a RJ45 to use the probe. Imagine someone pulls out the wires from a patch panel, the remote ends on the wall boxes are fine and you're not going to want to add RJ45s to every cable just to see which is which. That's where the probe comes in handy. I even bought the separate toner to use one non-terminated cable.

[@williamgollatz1911]

The probe is necessary. Suppose you are on location, and there is a 24 port switch already in operation. Suppose you need to find the port for a cable because some jackass was lazy and didn't label. You put the mapper on the end then pull out every cable one by one to test, disrupting service and taking up a lot of time? No. You set toning at the end and go to the switch with a probe and find the 2-3 candidate ports.

[@pavelkolp]

Thanks Sparky for the awesome video!

[@SparkyChannel]

My pleasure!!

[@jbecker4046]

Subscribed from Reddit, useful channel!

[@SparkyChannel]

Welcome to Sparky Channel! Thanks and best wishes!

[@wt5390]

The POE model only come in the package deal? You cannot get the POE model as a stand alone unit?

[@Bmont1491]

be honest... are you Scotty Kilmer????

[@SparkyChannel]

Nope. I'm me and happy about it!

[@ronnor58g]

That is a funny comment, I wanted to ask the same thing, he sounds exactly like him.

[@ajaygoel2705]

Thank you for this video. I've been scratching my head for days trying to understand why my Scout Pro 3 wasn't telling me the PoE voltage on my wire. It's because I have the 851 model. I'm completely turned off by Klein Tools now, for naming both products "Scout Pro 3". What's the point of numbering IF you're not going to INCREASE the number for each new model? Stupidity.

[@farmerdave7965]

Ethernet cable is relatively fragile. When I run it through wooden framing I like to encase it in smurf tube.

[@SparkyChannel]

Excellent idea, thanks!

[@donzmilky5961]

I kinda feel cheated now, finally bought a scout pro 3 last week, didnt know they made one with poe now.

[@SparkyChannel]

You could probably take it back and get the PoE version.

[@Soldiershak]

Yeah I was looking at this about a year ago, kinda good that I waited til now

[@warrensteel9954]

Damn. Just bought the pro3 and now I've got to take it back and get the PoE version 🤣

[@ccadama]

@Sparky Channel. Thanks Bill for another thorough review for the new Scout Pro 3. Bought the original Scout Pro 3 without the PoE function based on your last review. Love it. I think I can live without the PoE test function especially at the price. Hope you and your family stay safe and well.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much! Have a great weekend and you guys stay safe as well!

[@jimbomac3668]

What's the difference between the 852 and 853?

[@PixelRubble]

Looks like the final number indicates the kit. VDV501-851 : Starter Kit VDV501-852 : Locator Remote Kit (includes POE+) VDV501-853 : Smart Remote Kit (includes POE+) I bought the starter kit thinking I could just get more items as needed. I wish I had seen this video before I made my purchase. Oh well.

[@HiltonRalphs]

Thanks for the vid Bill. I've ordered this and it looks like it has at least four new and excellent features that the Scout Pro 2 doesn't (I have one as well). I'll give you feedback.

[@mcgyver210]

What is supposed to go in the slot below the tester?

[@khalilburton3816]

It's the 1st ID slave or ID #1 B-Side tester.

[@Jeff-Lawrence]

Hi bill from sparky channel I seldom do any work with Ethernet or video cable but I think I need one of those Thanks for making my wallet lighter 🤪

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL, any time!

[@Jacob1701]

Towards the end when you tested the longer cable, why did it not say pass and only showed pins 1-2? Is it because it is a crossover cable? How do you get pass to show on a crossover?

[@MrNateSPF]

The length test is different from the connectivity test, it's done by pairs so if one is shorter than the others you'd know where there's a problem. If a crossover cable is wired properly the screen will display Xover instead of Pass.

[@Sparky-2036]

I wonder how this tester reacts to crossover cables, ISDN cables, etc. Does it show an error like some older models or does it recognize them ?

[@SparkyChannel]

I just added a post on my channel that should help answer these questions: Klein VDV501-853 Wire Map and Display Examples.jpg

[@HiltonRalphs]

@@SparkyChannel sorry where is this Bill please?

[@djquixx]

Can it test if you are plugged into a swtich?

[@s2003katalin]

What kind of battery does it take?

[@jamest3093]

9v

[@garydudgeon]

Neat product, great review.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much Gary!

[@DelmuryAngel]

Hello Mister from Puerto Rico

[@SparkyChannel]

Cheers from San Diego!

[@DelmuryAngel]

Sparky Channel have you done videos on houses basic problems? I’m going to be basically a journeyman next month.

[@jbecker4046]

Great video!

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@MrJaywood911]

Keep up the great work👍🏽 , i have the old model now after seeing this i want to new one😩 #PoE

[@SparkyChannel]

PoE testing is a really nice feature! Thanks!

[@johnimperial9777]

Will it work for cat 8 ethernet cable?

[@OstJoker]

The tester has separate port for testing POE. If I don't know what is the on the other end of the cable the regular switch\POE switch\damaged cable? What would be if I connect cable with POE current present (48V POE+ or so called passive POE 12-24V) to the "regular" port on the top of the tester? Can it damage tester?

[@CarlosDuben]

It will not damage the tester. I've done this, plugged in a POE enabled cable into the top of the scout pro 3 to test the cable length and it just gives you a warning that there's POE but no black smoke...

[@tschubb1992]

@@CarlosDuben does the hub feature work with PoE switches? (when is flashes the link light)

[@CarlosDuben]

@@tschubb1992 sorry I don't understand your question, I don't know what you mean by "hub feature". *edit: So I just found out about the hub blink feature per klein: "Hub blink mode to identify port location on a hub or a switch" Per the instruction manual : NOTE: DO NOT attempt to use Hub Blink function when connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) active port.

[@konamanstudio2447]

🍻🍺

[@SparkyChannel]

Cheers with beers!