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Chapter 2: Getting Started
Charging the Scanner’s Battery
In order to operate the Scanner and the 2-Way Injector from battery power, the battery must first
be charged. You can run the units from the AC adapter until the charging cycle is complete.
Ready Screen
This screen is displayed after you press the ON/OFF key. Ready! should display in the center of the
screen. If not, contact your Microtest distributor for assistance.
The date and time are displayed at the top of the screen. The currently selected Autotest is
displayed below the time. The currently selected cable type is displayed on the bottom left of the
screen.
Press Cable (F1) to view a list of available cable types, to create a new cable type, or to edit an
existing cable type. You can test cables using both modular and BNC connector types.
Press Jack (F4) to toggle the jack selection between twisted-pair (TWP) and Coax.
Scanner Information
To display software, hardware and serial number information, press and hold .
The Software and Hardware Version Numbers are displayed in the right center of the screen.
Check the Microtest Web page at http://www.microtest.com/, or the Microtest Bulletin Board
System (BBS) at (602) 957-7716 (U.S.) or +44 1293 894031 (Europe) to be sure you are working
with the most recent software version.
The Scanner’s Serial Number is displayed in the lower center area of the screen. You may need to
provide the Serial Number when having repairs or refurbishments done, or when you call for
Technical Support. The Serial Number can also be found on the label on the back of the unit.
The left area of the screen is a contrast indicator for the display. Press the
Ñ or Ò arrow key to
increase or decrease the contrast.
Ni-Cd Battery (Scanner and 2-Way Injectors)
The Scanners and the 2-Way Injector+/2-Way
Injector are powered by a rechargeable, recyclable
Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack. Under
various state and local laws, it may be illegal to
dispose of this battery pack into the municipal waste
stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for
details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
AC Connector
Keypad