Klein Scout Pro 3 Tester Kit for Voice, Data and Video VDV501-851, New!

[@MIKESALLSURE]

This guy sounds like Scotty Kilmer. I thought he was gonna say "Start Up your Engines!!!!!"

[@UtubeAdviser]

Lol he might be Scotty cousin or brother you never know lol

[@KarlBerlin]

Hahaha, I thought so too

[@yung-megafone]

"Start your modems!"

[@kenav88]

That’s funny!😂

[@danparden8103]

Omg i hate scotty

[@DenyTheZeitgeist]

Very nice. I’ve been using this to keep our network going for several years and it’s always nice to refresh my memory about features so I keep coming back to this video. I’m upgrading to the LinkIQ this year because work is a nightmare, but this will always be on my bench and ready to test my patch cables (I still haven’t gotten better at making patch cables).

[@dextervanostrand8611]

To those asking about BNC testing, If you buy a BNC to F-type adapter you can test continuity with most any tester, as for frquency loss or attenuation, you will need a much more sophisticated tester than this one. (Former Commercial installer for Comcast, Mediacom, and time warner.)

[@maxpowers5055]

Doing a 6 story building all RJ45 cat 5 terminations for a smart window shade system. Been having issues with IDEAL pass through non ratcheted crimper. Gonna try the rachet PT Klein tomorrow. Got a few thousand crimps to make. Thanks!

[@ccadama]

@Sparky Channel. Another great review and demo. I can't believe how technology has changed. Cable break testers (TDR) used to cost several thousands of dollars and were big. Now it can be done in a small device and run on a 9V battery! Thanks and keep the reviews coming. You and your family stay safe and healthy.

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, it's really amazing! You can adjust the tester to different brands of cable to increase accuracy but the default values seem to work pretty well. You guys stay safe and healthy as well!

[@jaygonzalez7821]

Thanks For the Detailed Tutorial on How to Use the Pro Tool... This Was Helpful. There was Some Good Info That Helped Me Out. Thanks Again.

[@superlight47]

Thank you, I am not a technician, but I like tools, and doing thing myself when possible. I normally myself running network cable for my computers and other device that use the internet, and I am look to install an antenna at my new location using the existing DirecTV coax to use on 5 or 6 TV, I and I love this all in one tool and will be checking it out. I really apricate you sharing this tool and how ease it is to use. I have no tool like this at present and hope to make this my first network and cable tester tools.

[@jeffreywhalen3738]

Excellent video tutorial, thank you so much. Particularly appreciate your cutting the patch cord for that part of the demonstration!

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Deraco1]

I too have expensive taste! Have the ratchetting compact RJ45 crimper as well as a Fluke Pro3000 toner. Thanks for the explanation of the tester there, thinking of getting one of those Scout 3 for personal use lol

[@davidpetrusewicz8172]

Now I have pro 1 ,2 , and just bought 3 the pro so much better with Hub so if you have a network it blink it slower easier to find. And length make this so much better than other.

[@EvergreenTicoGamerX]

what a wonderful tool sparky! just got mine today! im a spectrum tech that just started doing more fiber and rj45. so i just got the tool and i know its gonna be a real time saver!

[@SparkyChannel]

I love mine!

[@Joe-qw6il]

That tester win’t work on fiber though

[@97reb]

I really enjoyed this video. It was very informative for me as I am just getting started in this field. Thank You!!!

[@Oryx01]

Great informative video! I bought my Scout Pro 3 today because of this. Thank you sir

[@SparkyChannel]

Great to hear! I think you'll really like it.

[@joedillon159]

Sparkman is the absolute best teacher on KZbin! Please subscribe and thumbs up! He’s really the best and kindest person you will ever meet on KZbin.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much Joe! Have a great day!

[@velhines377]

Got me one and I love it... Just wished you could download results to a drive

[@Sitzkrieg]

The RJ-11 cable tested in this video was actually an RJ-14 cable. RJ-11 has 2 wires while RJ-14 has 4 wires.

[@davidkrause6861]

Thanks for the review. I'm in networking, and was looking to buy new equipment. The Pro 2 is what I'm used to, so I was curious to see what was new.

[@SparkyChannel]

Here you go: Klein Scout Pro 3 vs Scout Pro 2 Voice Data Video (VDV) Testers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ql7Zl5ycpMiXnZo

[@mysticrhythms3348]

1000percent what I was looking for!! Great video. One thing. When I was checking the length it gave me 8 different lengths. Anyone know why??

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad it helped! I'm not sure.

[@gersonuziel1]

Because of the twisting, some cables are longer

[@quentinsf]

The pairs twist at different rates to reduce interference - hence the different lengths mentioned by Gerson. I'm impressed it can pick up the differences.

[@ThatFreelance]

This VDV also supports hub blink mode to identify port location on a hub or a switch. Forgot to demonstrate that other than that this video is solid.

[@SparkyChannel]

I mentioned it in this video: Klein Scout Pro 3 vs Scout Pro 2 Voice Data Video (VDV) Testers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ql7Zl5ycpMiXnZo Thanks!

[@ThatFreelance]

@@SparkyChannel Oh okay, I'll watch that but great review.

[@SparkyChannel]

@@ThatFreelance No worries, the Pro 3 sure has a lot of features for the price!

[@ThatFreelance]

@@SparkyChannel Right, this is comparable to the overpriced Commander™ Tester Kit VDV501-828

[@yazcz]

Great video, thank you. I am just wondering, how this tool can recognize, where (at what distance) is cable interrupted.

[@SparkyChannel]

First, it helps to input the brand of cable you are using as the different brands are somewhat different. Then the software in the tool makes its best guess as to the distance to the interruption. It tells you which of the eight wires are damaged as well.

[@Steve_Kassiotis]

How does this compare to the older models like the ranger or commander? I don't do low volts often but next time I need a LAN mapping tool, I want the best.

[@MrStanwyck]

Thanks Bill, I just bought one..

[@SparkyChannel]

Excellent! :)

[@drewbush6535]

thank you. i learned more from you then any other videos

[@joedillon159]

Sparkman always teaches us something new!!

[@SparkyChannel]

I do try, thanks Joe!

[@garydudgeon]

Nice demonstration Sparky.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Gary!

[@BigmoRivera]

Nicely Done Sparky⚡️Great Job😉👍🏽

[@whiskyzitto6387]

Excellent demonstration. Thank You.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@rdp9110]

cam it check the shielded or braids of coaxial cable

[@joeh690]

I have the Pro 2. But I'm a little hesitant on the three the length function is a little confusing, I don't know whether you have to have it connected to the remote or you can leave it unconnected or if you have to have it terminated but disconnected or if you have to have it terminated with the remote. 🤯. Also I did not know that you have to have it calibrated to a known cable length 50 feet or more.

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, it's best to calibrate the cable but the default settings work quite well in my experience.

[@oaguilarm]

Thank you Bill. It's a nice upgrade. Bill, did you read the messsge I sent you, on the video where you explain what happened to your channel? There, I sent you, about 2 weeks ago, the name, and contact, of the new person who is the KZbin liaison with the content creators. Maybe he can help you to recover your content and number of subscribers. Blessings.

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, thank you very much!

[@halacs]

Hi, in the english languagr manual there is a so called "loop mode" I can turn on or off by pressibg, e.g., the data button long. But what is this "loop mode"? It is bot described in the manual. Thanks!

[@acidking202]

same here.... it is actually "Real- time" testing as opposed to "snapshot" when its turned off. Turn the loop mode on... and Wiggle, pull, or shake the cable and It will register "Intermittent issues"

[@MrEderner]

Would you use this tool as a continuity tester? If not, which tool would you recommend? I had a Southwire continuity tester that died and I need to replace it with one that is more reliable.

[@explod329]

This is basically all this tester is doing. It test continuity. You could perform almost the exact same test with a multimeter minus the footage reading unless you know how to read the ohms correctly. This unit is easier and faster because it can test all the wires at once with a readout and the end caps complete the circuit vs you manually having to touch wires together one at a time. I am a 23 year electrician and if you just want to test continuity you can use a cheap pair of multimeters. I personally use fluke because obviously I test voltage, current as well. Back in the day I used just a 18 volt drill battery and a $3 buzzer to test continuity out in houses just to tell if the circuits were complete. If the buzzer made sound then the circuit was complete by the voltage making its way back to the buzzer. Do not purchase this unit for testing simple continuity.

[@johnkaldas9285]

When you cut the cable and then checked the length, the device showed you the length of the pairs which both of them were cut but what if only one wire of a pair is cut, what would the device show? I wanted to know if the device would help me identify and issue with cable even if it is an issue with only one wire(not a pair)

[@MrFkinel]

Good question - did you find the answer?

[@austinreeves5221]

@@MrFkinel im curious too. usually its one wire that gets knicked by a wire or while im scoring

[@noi8017]

It doesn’t show because not all devices made tell you the complete information. More expense device do. But if it’s only 1 from the pair then it would be a split

[@johnimperial9777]

Should i chiose klein scout pro 3 or noyafa nf 8601s

[@acidking202]

stop and home Depot and grab a few F Barrel connectors. You can never have enough of them.

[@SparkyChannel]

Yep!

[@adamerickson4206]

Well done. Loved it.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@kristiandelapena]

Hi! I’m torn between buying a network cable tester for rj45 and I don’t know which of these two I shall get. Klein tools VDV526-052 (LAN Scout Jr) or the Klein tools VDV526-100 (Network LAN Cable Tester). I don’t do this often. Just to add long cables on the exterior of the house running from 30-50meters. Maybe you could recommend me one? Thanks

[@michaelcowan3471]

I am a pro AV guy and the scout jr works quite well for small, non sophisticated jobs. If you plan to expand your operations or ever do coax I would recommend getting the scout pro three. Use promo code gotyourback at homedepot.com this month for 20% off Klein tools. good luck bro!

[@chrisfyfe4047]

Looks a bit more rugged than the model 2 .Good price !

[@SparkyChannel]

It does, and it's a little bigger as well.

[@tomaxxamot2016]

Before I was a Fiber tech I was a telephone repairman the meters that they used to give us cost thousands of dollars years ago to do the exact same thing TDR distance to an open and distance to a fault

[@SparkyChannel]

Amazing, isn't it? Thanks!

[@onstreamqc1051]

SCOUT PRO 3, Can you mesure coax cable length? Thank you

[@lakedrickmosley3424]

Thats the same question I have

[@HEC1Tony]

@@lakedrickmosley3424 yes

[@johnscrashcorner]

According to the manual it can

[@DaTickizevil]

Can you test the length of Coaxial cable??

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, not a problem.

[@andrzejkowalski3122]

Did shows which side (meter or remote) has pins reverse?

[@nevrbdwnruby7484]

I cant find any of your videos showing examples how to use the rj-45 ID remotes... Another thing to point out is that Coax cable ID remotes comes with 1 (ONE) not a variety of f connectors to both sides.. so this is not a complete set.. Heads up..

[@terrywatson4473]

Good workshop 👍

[@SparkyChannel]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kenmonroe35]

How do you change from Feet to Meters?

[@Jrh3]

Press ⚙️ Settings button twice and then data button(top right) to change unit measurement

[@kenmonroe35]

@@Jrh3 Thanks.

[@Phuztone]

I have a Scout Pro 3. I have tested a couple of cables lately with it. One of the cables came up with a pass rating, then I switched the ends (put 1 end the tester & the other in the remote). It came back saying 1&2 were open & 7&8 measured twice the cable length (56ft). All the other pins were saying 28ft. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@tonyvarela904]

Great video brother, lots of good information

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Tony!

[@markpinther9296]

Any idea if in using some adapters, could a person use this to test coaxial cables with BNC ends on them? I have this Klein VDV tester. I have seen at least one video describing another device tester but required the use of a BNC terminator - much the same as the Klein needs to use the little, numbered, ethernet terminators I imagine.

[@Kevthebish]

1 is crossed with 2 and two is crossed with one but which end is bad the one?? The remote or the test end ??? I haven't found one yet that answers that question

[@javierhernandez215]

1:20-140 might have your answer

[@Kevthebish]

@@javierhernandez215 I found the manual online. The top row represents the tester. The bottom row represents the remote. Thanks for the help

[@TheGalacticWest]

@@Kevthebish you can tell this with most vfds and lcds. The lcd characters are segmented in order to be changed. The top ones are solid unsegmented because they don’t need to change.

[@whitebusinessman]

Great video!

[@h20no63]

Does the remote always need hooked up in order to read poe lengths, shorts, or opens ? Example camera connected 100 ft up from rack and want to know if camera is dead or wiring issue but would save time to only hook up at accessible location ?

[@8bly11]

yes the remote end must always be connected no matter what type of test set you are using.

[@HiltonRalphs]

@@8bly11 Incorrect. For accurate length measurement, Klein advises that you leave the remote end open (not plugged into an ID or alternatively plugged into remote ID1 only).

[@mcgyver210]

@@HiltonRalphs This is correct, I figured this out after testing with known lengths. Using the remote adds length to actual length.

[@stevenziegler2523]

Thanks for explaining this!!!!!

[@SparkyChannel]

No problem!!

[@MoonLightGGA]

Hi, how i can reset it. It's not giving me the correct reading for all functionality

[@TigerOscar78]

Can it detect ethernet speed in cables?

[@SparkyChannel]

No

[@rezabeyraghdar2143]

Thank you

[@SparkyChannel]

Welcome!

[@DouglasBlake]

Can any of these devices be used as a beacon generator to change the respective blink rate at the network panel when plugged into the wall data port? Our office network documentation is over a decade old and never updated when equipment replaced and without labels on cables, we have no idea what wall ports go to what cables in the network room.

[@JohnMcGing1]

per www.kleintools.com/catalog/cable-testers-accessories/cable-tester-kit-scout-pro-3-tester-remotes-adapter-battery yes. Video shows using locator tips to identify wiring. Hub blink mode.

[@alexshestak8676]

HUB BLINK FUNCTION 1. Insert RJ45 terminated data cable into the RJ45 port on top of tester, connect other end to the equipment (hub, switch, router, etc.). 2. Press the Power button G to turn the tester on. 3. Long press (> 1 second) the Tone D button. 4. Signal will be transmitted from tester to equipment to illuminate the corresponding port's light. 5. "HUB" will appear on the screen and blink at the same rate as the Hub Blink signal is being transmitted.

[@MrNodoz]

Does your model have a slight display defect where it's not flush on bottom of screen? The adhesive healed right. If I press on it the display will lay flush for about a minute and then rise.

[@SparkyChannel]

Mine doesn't have a defect. Contact Klein, they'll replace it.

[@curtflirt2]

I can't get the battery into this, how did you get it in yours??

[@tecnoprofet]

thank you .

[@SparkyChannel]

You are welcome!

[@curtflirt2]

Great video, thanks alot

[@davidpetrusewicz8172]

I look in book about loop on and off and looking to chang from meter to foot

[@chelolelo]

Great vid.. thanks!

[@SparkyChannel]

Welcome!

[@Young007]

How do you get the the cable test menu?

[@Zeric1]

Has anyone tested the cable length function to see how accurate it is with a variety of realistic lengths one would encounter in walls, like 25' 50' 75' 100' 150' 200' 250' 300'?

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, it's usually off about 5% for me. You can increase accuracy by entering the brand of cable.

[@DenyTheZeitgeist]

I find it inaccurate but close enough to call it good for a wall install.

[@ronnor58g]

Can you explain how the ethernet id remotes work, I'm not sure what they are for. I plugged one into a wall jack at one end of the house, and connected the tester to the orbs ends of the cable, and nothing happened. What an I missing?

[@1800dontcare]

It helps in testing multiple data sockets and so the ID Tags help you to source at say a patch panel so you can ID each socket so you don’t have to run back and forth to every data point in the house etc. if you aren’t picking up a signal on the tester from a tag it’s either the wrong cable your testing or there is a fault

[@vannakr25]

Thanks for the video, sir

[@Elzafiropr]

Hey @SparkyChannel do you have a video of the klein tools cl800 clamp meter?

[@SparkyChannel]

No, I don't.

[@Elzafiropr]

Can you make one?

[@SparkyChannel]

@@Elzafiropr No, I can't because of being on a budget. One very nice thing about the CL800 though is that it has LoZ. You can see more about LoZ in this video: How to Turn Off Ghost Voltages with Dual Impedance (LoZ) Meters: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIO7hXmuqKaSoqM

[@johnimperial9777]

Will it work for cat 8 ethernet cable?

[@HyperionBadger]

Just for future reference, if you're going to make a video like this please don't start with the device already pre-set at a status that the audience has no clue how to get to. Start the video with everything clean, disconnected, and un-powered, and then work your way into it. It helps solidify the comprehension of how the device works. Thanks.

[@SparkyChannel]

OK, thanks!

[@blazeandcyrus]

thanks for the video, I can now confirm that the my 501 tester doesn't work lol.

[@SparkyChannel]

No problem, thanks!

[@blazeandcyrus]

just an fyi a got a new one, it works lol@@SparkyChannel

[@Tommy-ci1if]

Hi Bill. Is the Klein Tools VDV500-123 Probe-Pro Tracing Probe compatible with the VDV Pro Scout 2?

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, the VDV500-123 Probe-Pro Tracing Probe works fine with the VDV Pro Scout 2 both for voice and for data.

[@SparkyChannel]

Sparky Channel 1 second ago Here you go: Klein Scout Pro 3 vs Scout Pro 2 Voice Data Video (VDV) Testers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ql7Zl5ycpMiXnZo

[@lomishotmail]

Do you know if it will test distance to a short?

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, it does.

[@lomishotmail]

@@SparkyChannel Terrific! Thank you.

[@lomishotmail]

​@@SparkyChannel Maybe you can help me then... I have a VDV501-851 and this is my situation: It shows that I have shorts on 1, 3, 6, & 8. When I view the distance info I get the following: 1 & 2 - 97 ft 3 & 6 - 117 ft 4 & 5 - 82 ft 7 & 8 - 89 ft Any ideas on what this means? I'm guessing the length of the cable is 82 ft as that's on the pair that has no short. But I'm at a loss on where the short(s) actually exists otherwise.

[@SparkyChannel]

@@lomishotmail Hi Anthony! I would say replace this cable. It has multiple problems and there is no sense keeping it or fixing it. I used this one recently and it worked great: Jadaol Cat 7 Ethernet Cable 100 ft Shielded, Solid Flat Internet Network Computer patch cord, faster than Cat5e/cat6 network, Slim Long durable High Speed RJ45 Lan Wire for Router, Modem, Xbox - White: Amazon: amzn.to/36FpURx

[@lomishotmail]

Thanks @@SparkyChannel ! The reason I was wondering if I could measure distance is to see if I can replace one part rather than the whole length as it is run through residential walls and I am not sure how difficult it will be to put anew...

[@orestesdd]

How can I identify if my jr45 jacks in my new home are set to T568A or T568B. I took a picture of one of them, but I can't tell anything from the picture. I ask this because I may have to re-do all of them (about 8 or 10) and I don't know how much spare ethernet cable I will have inside the wall. If it is not much, I have to be very careful when I wire the cables with a new and better jr45. Thank you.

[@SparkyChannel]

With the spring facing down and the RJ45 jack pointing ahead, look at the first wire on the left. If it is green/white, it will be T568A. If it is orange/white, it will be T568B.

[@GiovanniCinto]

@@SparkyChannelquestion what’s the difference between these two? I know the B connection is mostly used for Ethernet or security camera but I never understood the difference. If you have a video I can watch or explain it in short terms I’ll really appreciate it

[@reuben-rt]

@@GiovanniCinto In the old days (and probably still now in some cases?) a crossover cable would be created by terminating A on one end and B on the other end. This would ensure that the pair for transmission on device 1 would be crossed over to the receive pair on device 2 - which was required years ago. Useful for connecting PCs directly together, or switches to each other etc. These days, pretty much all interfaces support auto crossover, so crossover cables aren't really required. I'm not totally sure why, but most people now terminate to T568B standard rather than A

[@97reb]

@@reuben-rt this is what my research came up with - Industry adoption: T568B became more widely adopted in commercial and enterprise settings, particularly in North America. As mentioned in source , "T568b is the newer standard and much more popular in modern networks." AT&T legacy: T568B matches the AT&T 258A color code, which was widely used in commercial installations. This historical precedent contributed to its popularity, as noted in source. There were some other points, but that about covers it

[@Dontknowyet1]

Anybody know the model or part number of the tone probe being used I didn’t hear it being mentioned.

[@243jor]

VDV500-123

[@CPRcomputersDirect]

Does this support BNC also?

[@Thevinylhouse]

You would need a F to BNC adapter and it should work.

[@kennybender3277]

I have a Cat 5 cable that is run between 2 buildings through conduit and I need to check its length. The cable has female ends (not male). Can I plug short (like 1 foot) patch cable between the tester and the beginning of the run, and do the same at the other end (to the remote) and then test for length? Do you think that will work? Or do you think it will give an erroneous reading?

[@TheTekkenmaster47]

Hey, I'm a technician, the short answer is yes. You'll be able to find out the length of the cable without an issue (though I do believe there is a max limit the Pro Scout 3 can read, I believe it's about 2000ft). What you won't be able to properly do is find out if there are issues with the lines. If you want to do that then you would have to remove the keystone (female) and place an RJ45 terminal (male) on both ends. Sorry if this answer is a bit late. Hope it was some help.

[@austinreeves5221]

Yes.

[@jttell8636]

How do you switch from meters to feet

[@joellopez7064]

Lo que debes de hacer es presionar el boton de configuracion, para entrar a la edicion, luego presionas solo una vez mas configuracion y luego el boton de data/voice para seleccionar entre metros o pies y eso es todo

[@eddiegolajay]

Does it till you which end is bad

[@SparkyChannel]

No.

[@quentinsf]

Though I guess if there's a break or a poor connection on a socket, the length test would give you a clue!

[@Moxxi]

Yes, he literally says it at 1:28, the top, line of numbers is the port on the the tester and the bottom line is the port on the remote. so yes you can tell which end is the bad end

[@bradtechcomputersolutions9505]

does it tell you the MHz on the cable ?

[@SparkyChannel]

No, it doesn't.

[@bradtechcomputersolutions9505]

@@SparkyChannel do they have any tester that does that ?

[@SparkyChannel]

@@bradtechcomputersolutions9505 Excellent question. Do you want to know Hz for ethernet or coax?

[@bradtechcomputersolutions9505]

@@SparkyChannel ethernet please . would like to confirm what's written on the cable.

[@8bly11]

@@bradtechcomputersolutions9505 Fluke Systems DSX-800 will give you a full spectrum analysis and cretification on each conductor for Cat series cabling. But it is an expensive meter set to buy. Full set costs like $20000 US. But Fluke does offer a less expensive option called the Cable-IQ that does everything except certification and its only about $1500 US. Hope this helps.

[@KhalidMehmood-uc4ie]

Nice

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@markpinther9296]

Bill, does the Klein Scout 3 come with any type of storage case? Seems like an Ok unit. I am looking for a device that does what this model does but also measures the speed of the wires. Ideal has a model that is over $300 that has something like that. I don’t use it every day but when you need it, you need it. mp

[@SparkyChannel]

My Klein Scout 3 has a very nice case.

[@konamanstudio2447]

😷🍻🍺

[@SparkyChannel]

Cheers with a beer! :)

[@objecttothis]

CAT7 is not a thing. CAT6 is the current standard

[@SparkyChannel]

Category 8 is the latest ethernet cable type recognized by TIA standards and currently available in the market. Representing a rapid leap in data transfer speed compared with previous models, it runs at 1 or 2GHz and up to 40Gbps. Additionally, the newest addition to the Ethernet cable family has received recognition for its shielding.

[@retrohipster1060]

@@SparkyChannel Thank you for the review sir. Also, I have no idea why someone will be so confidently wrong about the existence of a standard while talking on the internet. Litterally, the entirety of human knowledge at their fingertips and they won't even google if cat7 exists. ^^;; Like I don't know about you, but when I see something I didn't know about in tech I go "oh, I didn't know that existed.. Let's have a quick look to find out more!".. Meanwhile "object to this" just seems to want to watch the world burn. ^^;;

[@Zeric1]

@@retrohipster1060 Cat7 was ratified as a standard in 2002 by ISO 11801, however it was never ratified by EIA/TIA which is the body most look to for Ethernet cabling. Cat7 is kind of an oddball, it started as proprietary (not sure about now) and is rarely used because Cat6a is just as good or better. I completely agree that the OP, and too many people in general, spout off strong opinions about things they know little about.

[@DesignerDigital]

I just installed cat9 in my house. I haven't found our cat in the last week or two, hope he's ok.

[@austinreeves5221]

Well it is a thing but I agree. Cat6 is standard

[@serkanacil7875]

Hello is RG6 cable testing done with this product?

[@awakenedsoul2638]

2:47 Hey! Could this cable tester test properly if you connect a rollover or crossover cable on it and say if it pass and shielded or not? Maybe it only reads a straight through cable correctly?

[@dmrsibs27]

I have one like this and it writes Pass X-over up top when you plug in the crossover cable

[@awakenedsoul2638]

@@dmrsibs27 What about Rollover?

[@dmrsibs27]

Rollover fails for data cable but shows Rev up top which means cable is properly wired reverse-pinned voice cable in the manual.The wire map will show actual pin connections though with the number combinations

[@awakenedsoul2638]

@@dmrsibs27 So this is not programmed to test rollover.