The first true 21st century telecommunication line analyzer.
Table of Contents About this Manual..................................................................................... 3 Introduction......................................................................................... 3 Symbols and Icons............................................................................... 3 Terms and Descriptions........................................................................ 4 Safety Information.......................................................................
ABOUT THIS MANUAL The RECON Test Set™ is a self-contained, battery-powered, telephone test set for use by installers and repair technicians. Its state of the art design makes it rugged and water resistant. The RECON Test Set™ is ideal for temporary communication, servicing and installing telephone & data lines. It comes with a protective silicone™ boot as well as a deluxe cord set made from nylon cloth covered test lead wire. Also available is an optional carrying case that holds the test set.
Terms and Descriptions Table 2 defines the terms used throughout the manual and provides information to assist you with proper operation and understanding of the unit and its functions. Table 2. Terms and Descriptions Terms Description and Uses Talk Mode In this mode, the RECON Test Set™ goes “off hook” and produces a dial tone when connected to a POTS line. While off-hook, the RECON Test Set™ can dial phone numbers from its keypad or via internal memory slots.
Safety Information To ensure safe operation of the RECON Test Set™, follow the instructions carefully and observe the warning and caution messages listed in Table 3. Failure to observe warnings can result in damage to the unit. Table 3. Safety Information Notification Definition xxV TOO HIGH DISCONNECT NOW! High Voltage detection appears when the voltage on the cable is unsafe and exceeds 65 volts peak AC or DC.
DESIGN FEATURES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Largest backlit LCD display on the market Ergonomically designed body for comfortable use Rainproof and highly water/dust resistant case to IP54 standard Drop tested up to 20 ft 60 inch Angled Bed-of-Nails with Piercing pin and No-Fault RJ12 cord set with dust-cap Glow-in-the-dark keypad Metal spring-loaded belt clip Loud speaker with fine volume adjustment Adjustable earpiece volume, hearing aid compatible Microphone mute with toggle on/off locking
RECON Test Set™ Description The RECON Test Set™ is illustrated in Figure 1. Figure 1.
Angled Bed-of-Nails, Piercing Clip and No-Fault RJ12 Cord Set with dust-cap One angled bed-of-nails with piercing pin and No-Fault RJ12 cord set with dust cap is located at the bottom of the RECON Test Set™. The connectors enable you to securely connect with individual telephone cable connectors. A A B Figure 2.
Talk Mode When the Talk button is pressed, the RECON Test Set™ goes off hook and displays the line condition on the LCD display screen.
Memory Storage While in the Setup menu, numbers 1-8 will be displayed representing the 8 name and number memory locations. By selecting a memory location number you will be able to edit or erase an entry. See Table 5 for a description of the display screen updates when Memory Storage is in use. Table 4. Memory Storage Values Description 12345678 The unit has eight memory storage locations. The slot number is reverse video if in use.
Detection Warnings When entering Talk mode the RECON Test Set™ performs several tests before going off-hook. These tests include high and low voltage checks and data detection. The following describes the types of warning screens that might be encountered. Figure 4.1 - The voltage warning display screen is presented if the voltage detected on a cable exceeds 65 volts peak AC or DC. If this screen appears, the RECON Test Set™ disconnects from the line and retries every few seconds.
Keypad The RECON Test Set™ is equipped with a glow in the dark keypad. There are seven control buttons illustrated in Figure 5. Three buttons, appearing on the top row of the keypad, are used with the corresponding menu option displayed on the LCD screen. A Setup button will access the setup menu in Monitor or Talk modes. The Up/Left, Down/Right buttons are used to scroll through menu options or adjust the volume. The speaker button activates the RECON Test Set’s™ loudspeaker.
Table 5. Keypad Button Function Talk • The Talk button is used to power on the RECON Test Set™ and goes “Off Hook” if appropriate line voltage is detected. • While in talk mode, the Talk button can be pressed to “Flash” the line. • The Setup menu is accessible in Talk mode. Bell • Pressing the Bell mode button will power off the RECON Test Set™. • Goes “on-hook” if RECON Test Set™ was in Talk mode. • Bell mode is used for caller ID and the incoming call ringer.
OPERATIONS To ensure safe operation of the RECON Test Set™, follow the instructions carefully and pay attention to the warning and caution symbols. Failure to observe warnings can result in severe injury or death and can damage the unit. Turning the Unit On/Off Turn Unit On • Press the Talk or Monitor mode buttons on the side of the RECON Test Set™. The RECON Test Set™ immediately measures voltage (monitor mode) or current (talk mode) when powered ON.
Connecting to a POTS line The angled bed of nails with piercing pin cord set attached to the RECON Test Set™ must be used to properly connect to telephone lines. Connect to Tip and Ring on a 66 block, 110 block, or modular adaptor (banjo). Because typical phone line voltage is negative, the red lead is connected to Ring (negative), and the black lead is connected to positive ground (Tip).
The TALK Setting (TALK Mode) The “TALK” or off-hook position takes the RECON Test Set™ “off hook” on a standard “POTS” (plain old telephone service) voice phone line. While the RECON Test Set™ is off-hook, it can dial numbers either directly from the keypad or from its memory dial slots (see page 17, figures 9-4). Off-Hook Protection The RECON Test Set™ checks for low voltage, high voltage, and presence of data before going off-hook. Once off-hook, the RECON Test Set™ checks for excess loop current.
off-hook. The override feature may be needed should high frequency energy be present on a circuit due to stray coupling. The Data Defender™ circuitry is active in monitor mode and will display signal frequency and “Active Data Found” if data is present. Data Defender™ is a trademark of Independent Technologies, Patent number 6,556,661.
Volume Control Use the and keys to adjust receiver and loudspeaker volume. During adjustment a bar graph is displayed to show the volume percentage. The receiver and loudspeaker have separate volume settings. Volume levels for Talk mode and Monitor mode are set and stored independently.
The BELL mode is the “off state” of the RECON Test Set™. The keypad is disabled and the RECON Test Set™ is in its lowest power state. The test set monitors the phone line to which it is connected for ringing and Caller ID signals. If it detects an incoming ring, it sounds the electronic ringer. If the RECON Test Set™ detects incoming Caller ID information, it will test the signal for correct format, checksum, and display the frequency and RMS voltage of the ring signal at the top of the screen.
• Headset Icon - Indicates that the RECON Test Set™ is in Monitor Mode • xxV - The voltage measured on the line, normal and reverse polarity • Speaker Icon - Appears when the loudspeaker on the back is active • Battery Icon - Displays remaining battery life. A new set of batteries has four bars When the test set is in the Monitor mode with the loudspeaker ON, the mute button is used to mute the loudspeaker. The loudspeaker is only OFF while the mute button is being held down.
When editing a Memory Dial slot, you enter the name first (see figure 9.3). Up to 16 characters can be used to identify a record. Enter characters by pressing a numeric key to cycle through its associated letters. Both uppercase and lowercase letters are available via the scrolling mechanism. Pressing the left arrow key deletes to the left, pressing the right arrow key moves to the right, adding a space. The Clear function key (F2) deletes the entire entry.
Recent Call List - The RECON Test Set™ automatically stores the last 10 numbers called or received. To view the list, press F3 (View) while Recent Call is displayed in Setup. Scroll through the list of recent calls with the and keys. Press the Setup key to exit. Use function key F1 (Del) to delete an entry from the list and function key F3 (Save) to save an entry in the Memory Dial list. Language - Use function keys F1 and F3 to switch between English, French and Spanish.
Maintenance Battery Replacement ! Disconnect RECON Test Set™ test leads prior to opening battery door to avoid electrical shock and personal injury. 1. Carefully remove silicone™ boot from RECON Test Set™. Watch Video How to Remove Boot from Phone www.platinumtools.com/recon/remove-boot 2. Remove all 4 screws on the battery door, located in the back of the RECON Test Set™ towards the bottom of the unit, with a #1 Philips head screwdriver. 3. Take off the battery door and remove old batteries.
Storage When the RECON Test Set™ is not in use, store in a dry, protective case. The batteries should be removed if the unit is stored for a long period of time. Do not expose the RECON Test Set™ to high temperatures or humidity. When stored in temperatures exceeding the limits listed in the Specifications section, allow the RECON Test Set™ to return to the normal, recommended operating conditions prior to use.
Warranty Information Platinum Tools guarantees that its products will be free of all defects in material and workmanship. This warranty extends for a period of 18 months for the Platinum Tools test equipment from the date of manufacture or proof-of-purchase. All products deemed defective under this warranty will be repaired or replaced at Platinum Tools’ discretion.
SPECIFICATIONS Physical Dimensions (Without belt clip and Size: 21 x 6.4 x 5.1 cm cord set) (8.25 x 2.5 x 2.0 inches) Weight (With battery, cord set and belt clip) 559.7 grams (19.74 oz.) Input Protection Input Protection To 270 volts peak AC or DC Battery Low Level Approximately 4 volts Power 4 x AAA alkaline batteries Operation: 7 hours min. 150 hours max.
SPECIFICATIONS Flash Duration 600 ±50 ms Pause Duration Tone: 3 seconds; Pulse: 3.4 seconds Memory 8 programmable locations, 32 digits with 16 character tag, stored in non-volatile memory Last number redial plus list of last 10 numbers dialed or received Return Loss Minimum 14 dB at 600 Ohms Line-Current Range 10 to 110 mA Apparent Line Resistance 275 Ohms at 20 mA Compliance Complies with Conformité Européenne directives.
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