Release notes for Version 6.11 Build 2 - DSX CableAnalyzer
2024/06/23
Versiv? Release Notes for Version 6.11 Build 2 (November 2023)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, DSX-602 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, FI-1000 FiberInspector? Pro and FI-3000 FiberInspector? Ultra. Instructions on how to update your units can be found hereNOTE: ? You MUST use LinkWare PC 11.3 or later to be fully compatible with Versiv? Version 6.11. ? You MUST use Versiv Version 6.9 or later to be compatible with newly manufactured DSX-8000 modules. ? You MUST use Versiv Version 6.10 or laterV6.11 Build 2 Features/EnhancementsCable / Spec Database Changes:Added LimitsEN MTPLIEC 14763-3:2024 DraftJIS X5153Superior Essex PowerWise? 1G and 10GUpdated LimitsJIS (+All) now equivalent to ISO limits for TCL on shielded cablesRemoved obsolete TIA-568.3-D-1Added Cables:3C3EkivalanTKMWindy City WireUpdated Cables:Removed obsolete TrueCables folderUpdated Berk-Tek and Leviton cablesUpdated HCS-DataLink cables Versiv? Release Notes for Version 6.9 Build 2 (April 2023)NOTE:You MUST use LinkWare PC 11.2 or later be compatible with Versiv? (TFS) Version 6.9.You MUST use Versiv Version 6.9 or later to be compatible with newly manufactured DSX-8000 modules.V6.9 Build 2 Features/EnhancementsCable / Spec Database Changes:LimitsISO MPTL (Modular Plug Terminated Link) and DAC (Direct Attach Channel) limits now report error for an incompatible LIA (Link Interface Adapter)Added Cables:ALANTEC S/FPT cat 7A (now under the A-LAN TECHNOLOGIE group)LUX (copper and fiber)RiT TechtrueCABLE Indoor and Outdoor & BurialUpdated Cables:GiganetVersiv? Release Notes for Version 6.8 Build 6 (October 2022)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, DSX-602 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, FI-1000 FiberInspector? Pro and FI-3000 FiberInspector? Ultra. Instructions on how to update your units can be found hereNOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 11.2 or later be compatible with Versiv? (TFS) Version 6.8.V6.8 Build 6 Features/EnhancementsCable / Spec Database Changes:LimitsTIA-568.3-E fiber limits addedE2E Limits for 11801-3 Amd 1 addedISO/IEC TR 11801-9909 added25GBASE-T added (IEEE 802.3bq)40GBASE-T added (IEEE 802.3bq)Updated JIS X5150:2016 limits to JIS X5150:2021Updated CertiFiber Pro JIS X5150:2016 limit to same as ISO/IEC 14763-3:2014Belden Long Reach Limits added (please contact Belden for details)Updated TCL noise floor for TIA Cable (+All Limits)Added Cables:CERTECHCobiCablingDerwiserGaestopasHuber & SuhnerORCARSCCS2CEBTinifibertrueCableZVK EasylanZemecZhejiangUpdated Cables:AlantecBerk-TekBrand-Rex (Removed at request of Leviton)CleerlineEurolanExcelLevitonPaige Datacom/Game ChangerSuperior EssexEnhancements:When using the CertiFiber Pro set to bi-directional for LC, FC or ST, the tester will wait 3 seconds before automatically start testing again after the cables are swapped. We have increased this to 5 seconds for higher density panels, where it can take more than three seconds to fully engage the connector. To disable this feature, simply select General as the fiber connector type.Allow a 3-jumper reference for the IEC 14763-3 limitBug fixes:When selecting a CertiFiber Pro or OptiFiber Pro module, you don’t get a choice of End Type for the fiber inspection test - fixedOTDR bi-directional averaging incorrectly groups widely spaced losses – fixedOTDR can misreport launch event as a hidden event (rare) - fixedVersiv? Release Notes for Version 6.7 Build 1 (October 2021)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, DSX-602 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules,FI-1000 FiberInspector? Pro and FI-3000 FiberInspector? Ultra.Instructions on how to update your units can be found hereNOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.9 or later be compatible with Versiv? (TFS) Version 6.7.V6.7 Build 1 Features/Enhancements? Resolves a hardware compatibility issue with new DSX-5000/DSX-8000 adaptersVersiv? Release Notes for Version 6.6 Build 2 (April 2021)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, DSX-602 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, FI-1000 FiberInspector? Pro and FI-3000 FiberInspector? Ultra.Instructions on how to update your units can be found hereNOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.8 to be compatible with Versiv? (TFS) Version 6.6New Features/Enhancements: Cable / Spec Database Changes: LimitsAdded Prysmian GenSpeed EfficienC limits Added Superior Essex limits Made TCL Info only for current ISO11801-9907 DA Class D, E, and Ea and added a (+ALL) optionUpdated MPTL (+PoE) limits to include pass/fail values for Loop Resistance Added ISO MPTL LimitsUpdated ISO 11801 Class D noise floors for NEXT and PSNEXT Corrected the TCL noise floor for TIA 100m (LA) (+ALL) Limits Updates to E2E limits to current Published versionCablesUpdated CommScope Copper cables Updated DINTEK cablesUpdated InfraLan cables Updated Krugel cables Updated LEONI Kerpen GmbH cables Updated QUBIX cablesAdjusted the NVP value on the cable ‘1150 S/FTP Kat7A Simplex 9301 1130’ from CobinetAdded Wavenet cablesAdded Resideo Genesis cables Added Amphenol FCI cables Added Excel cablesAdded Techline cables Added Emiter brand cablesVersiv? Release Notes for Version 6.5 Build 5 (February 2020)New Features/EnhancementsSingle fiber support for the FI-3000 FiberInspector? Ultra fiber inspection probeAllow Versiv Versiv1/Versiv2 testingAbility to measure power at 1490 nm or 1625 nm with CertiFiber ProCable / Spec Database Changes:Added Cleerline brand cablingAdded ORingNetworking (Turkey) cablesUpdated Belden cablesAdded Mohawk brand cablesAdded Nexans Industrial Ethernet cablesAdded new / updated current Korean Emblem standardsRestored the Cat xx Mod 1-Conn Perm. Link limitsLimitsCablesBug FixesFixed end face analysis when using the FI-1000 LCAPC bulkhead tipCorrected HDTDX graph for longer (~30 m) links on Cat8 testError is now generated if Custom Test Group is selected when doing coax testingCorrected Traditional Chinese translation of "Memory Status" in the Tools menuThreshold values no longer remain set after changing from manual to auto PON OTDRSplitter entries no longer remain set after changing from manual to auto PON OTDRDSX-602 Remote will now upgrade DSX-602 MainWire Map with crossover and shield short shows wrong pinoutsThe Wire Map for M12 connectors has the wrong pins identifiedUpdate the adhesive zone ring size for FiberInspector imagesFaultMap returns BAD LOSS THRESHOLD errorVersiv Release Notes for Version 6.4 Build 4 (October 2019)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, DSX-602 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, FI-1000 FiberInspector? Pro and FI-3000 FiberInspector? Pro.NOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.4 to be compatible with Versiv (TFS) Version 6.4.New Features/EnhancementsSupport for the FI-3000 FiberInspector? Pro MPO fiber inspection probeCable / Spec Database Changes:Added Lan-Com's Gig-Lan cablesAdded SOLARIX cablesUpdated GIGAMEDIA (Conectis) cablesAdded "LEGRAND LCS" and rename "LEGRAND" to "LEGRAND ORTRONICS"Removed Cat xx Mod 1-Conn Perm. LinkBelden Long Reach Channel limit added to the Vendor groupCat8 TCL and ELTCTL limits updated to 568.2-D standardUpdated limits in the Aus-NZ Region Test GroupChanged CommScope Link Loss Calculator uncertainty value to 0.25 dB for multimode fiber products LimitsCablesBug FixesCorrected connector compensation when using the DSX-CHA-5-IX adapter with the following limitsISO 11801-9907 Class D/E/EACat 5e and Cat 6 Patch Cords|Removed warning when DSX-CHA-5-IX adapter is used with legitimate cross-connected adaptersCorrected the default coax limit on the DSX-600Corrected the SAMPLE wire map on Outlet Configuration screen when a shielded cable is selected Versiv Release Notes for Version 6.3 Build 3 (August 2019)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? HDR modules, and FI‐7000.NOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.3 to be compatible with Versiv (TFS) Version 6.3 Build 3.New Features/Enhancements:Introduction of the DSX-602Added German keyboard layoutCable / Spec Database Changes:LimitsAdded 5GBASE-T and 2.5GBASE-T limits to DSX-600/602Added ISO TR 11801-9907 Direct Attach limitsCorrected IEC 61300-3-35 ED.2 APCCablesAdded and amend CCM Cables database (new NVP values and two new cables)Updated Berk-Tek and Nexans cablesBug FixesOptiFiber Pro HDR event detection and measurement improvementsVersiv Release Notes for Version 6.2 Build 1 (May 2019)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? HDR modules, and FI‐7000.NOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.2 to be compatible with Versiv (TFS) Version 6.2 Build 1.1. New Features/EnhancementsCopper Single-Ended Spool testing support Improve OTDR auto-test performanceCable / Spec Database Changes:LimitsAdded limits for Ericsson RDS/DAS spec in Vendor folderAdd TCL and ELTCTL limits to the 100 m cable testing optionsCablesAdded manufacturer ICC cables to cable database2. Bug FixesReliability improvementsVersiv Release Notes for Version 6.1 Build 3 (Jan. 2019)This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐600 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules and FI‐7000.Instructions on how to update your units can be found here.NOTE: You MUST use LinkWare PC 10.1 to be compatible with Versiv (TFS) Version 6.1 Build 3.New Features / Enhancements:OTDR Span feature allows user to specify span over which limits applyOTDR Event editing feature allows user to change a Loss Event into an APC connectorM12 X-code channel adapter supportCable / Spec Database Changes:LimitsReordered the list of ISO classesAdded 10BASE-T1L limitsAdded TCL/ELTCTL to pass/fail of ISO PL and CH limits for screened cablingMoved BCT-B limits to 11801 and updatedAdded MPTL +PoE limitsUpdated first and last connector loss values to reflect new TIA-568.3-D-1 valuesCablesUpdated cables for TelegaertnerAdded Cat 8 cable from LevitonAdded copper cables from WirewerxChanged Norden folder nameUpdated cables for OCCAdded NEXXT Solutions cablesAdded Cat 8 cables from DatwylerBug Fixes:OptiFiber Pro HDR event detection and measurement improvementsAllow M12 D-code in applicable TIA limits and Profinet 2Pr E2E limitTransportation limits removed from DSX-600OTDR Event Map and trace plot correctionsRemoved Quick Test as an Averaging Time in Manual PON OTDR settingsImproved copper RL Channel measurementCorrected translation in CertiFiber Pro Korean fiber standardsImproved coax measurement using RG-11Corrected Cat6 Self-Test in DSX-8000Corrected launch/tail/loopback cord entry with “0,0” numeric formatReliability improvementsVersiv Release Notes for Version 6.0 Build 6 (Oct. 2018)You MUST install LinkWare PC 10.0 before updating your Versiv (TFS) to Version 6.0 Build 6.This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules and FI‐7000.Instructions on how to update your units can be found hereNew Features/EnhancementsOptiFiber Pro? HDR OTDRThe OptiFiber Pro? HDR OTDR is a high dynamic range OTDR suitable for testing single-mode passive optical networks. The OptiFiber Pro? HDR OTDR is the latest addition to the Versiv? Cable Certification Family, continuing the Fluke Networks tradition of designing products to help data communications installers more quickly, accurately and profitably achieve system acceptance for copper and fiber jobs.Optimized for FTTx/PON testing through splitters up to nx128High dynamic range up to 42 dBMultiple wavelengths support a variety of applications: 850, 1300, 1310, 1490,1550,1625 nmSplitter detection for automated discovery of splitters and their ratios. Up to three cascaded splitters may be found or manually configuredOptiFiber Pro? Series OTDRMacrobend detection when testing single-mode fibers with OTDROTDR Event Edit function provides the ability edit or add events – Add 0 dB events, such as perfect splices, not seen by the OTDR or change an event to the correct type: APC connector, a splice or loss event.OTDR Expert Manual mode, allows the user to quickly experiment with range, pulse width, averaging time and wavelength settings to uncover details of interestCable / Spec Database ChangeTIA 568.2-D / Draft ISO 61935-2 Patch CordUpdated to the latest published / proposed standards. Includes a reduction in NEXT requirement for the 36-45 pair combinationTIA 568D.2 / IEC 11801-1Update the ohmic noise floor for resistance unbalanced per current standardsKorean Emblem ChannelUpdated name of the Korean channel specsGameChanger? ChannelAdded the GameChanger? channel specs from Paige DatacomAdded / Updated cables from the following manufacturers.3MAcomeBrand-RexIDInfinilink TechnologiesLAPP-KabbelLevitonMolexNexansNordencoPaige DatacomRodgers CommunicationsSchrack TechnikSiemens SIMATICZVKBug FixesEnhanced limits for the shield integrity algorithmImproved keyboard performanceImproved response time as more projects are addedVersiv (TFS) Release Notes for Version 5.6 Build 5 (July 2018)You MUST install LinkWare PC 9.9 before updating your Versiv (TFS) to Version 5.6 Build 5.This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, the FI‐7000 and DSX-600 CableAnalyzer? .Instructions on how to update your units can be found here.New Features / EnhancementsSupport for a new version of the GG45 adapter for the DSX-8000Cable / Spec Database ChangeJIS X5151 Fiber StandardISO 11801-9905 standardAdded +AllAdded +PoEExisting limits with +AllAdded +PoEUpdated spec names in the databaseGeneric Cat6A S/FTPAdded or updated cables from the following manufacturers:MMC Multimedia ConnectMolexVertical CableBKT ElektronikBetts Telecom (Voice 4 pair Test Limit)Hubbell (added copper cables / update fiber cables)CCMGeneral CablesFurukawaInfraLanDATWYLER (Update request)EFB Elektronik GmBUltimaNikomax LimitedCONNECTIXBug FixesLoss budget calculations for two and three jumper references were updated for the ANSI/TIA-568.3-DISO E2E limits are incorrectly applying the TCL and ELCTCL limits to screened cablingSet the default to "on" for Bi-directional tests in Smartloop OTDRAdded "Cat 7 S/FTP" to default 'last used' listSupport "Profinet 2pr E2E" Hybrid M12 RJ45 without warningVersiv (TFS) Release Notes for Version 5.5 Build 2 (March 2018)You MUST install LinkWare PC 9.9 before updating your Versiv (TFS) to Version 5.5 Build 2.This update covers the DSX‐8000 CableAnalyzer?, DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer?, CertiFiber Pro?, OptiFiber Pro? modules, the FI‐7000 and DSX-600 CableAnalyzer? .Instructions on how to update your units can be found here.New Features/EnhancementsImplemented loss budget calculator to simplify using the SYSTIMAX solutions from CommScopeAdded cables/limits for customers installing 4K HDBaseT solutions from BeldenAdded cable/limits for customers installing the PowerWise + Clarity solution from Legrand + Superior EssexSupport for a new version of the GG45 adapter for the DSX-5000Support for new Tera Permanent Link and Channel adapters for the DSX-8000Improvements to the LWL sync process to support project and sub-projectCable / Spec Database ChangeGeneric OM5 fiberAdded a generic OM5 fiberCommScope cables and limitsAdded LazrSPEED Wideband OM5 fiberAdded SYSTIMAX limitsBelden cables and limitsAdded 4K UHD media cablesUpdated the 4K UHD limitsLegrand + Superior EssexAdded PowerWise/Clarity cablesAdded PowerWise/Clarity 1G & 10G limits ISO 11801-9905Added limits to support the new standardBug FixesDC shield test fails when using a Permanent Link adapter on main and a Patch adapter on remote.With AC Wiremap enabled, there is no “Measure” option when remote is not connected.Low frequency Return Loss errors are being introduced when measurement range is 600MHz and below.Set Reference does not work when using TERA permanent link or channel adapters.Popup to set manual fiber grading not closing when DONE is pressed.Change project screen displays overlapping textReduced the likelihood of NEXT failures when conducting channel testsNew fiber inspection cameras fail good end-facesDouble tap on test setup screen causes tester to rebootVersiv (TFS) Release Notes for Version 5.2 Build 1 (Sept, 2017)Issue Resolved:When there are >500 (approx.) test results stored in a project, viewing the results can hang and reboot the tester.Release v5.2 Build 1 resolves this issue.Versiv (TFS) Release Notes for Version 5.1 Build 4 (May, 2017)New Features/EnhancementsNew status of “Acceptable” for Category 6A patch cord testsAbility to update software from LinkWare Live when the incompatible versions message is displayedSupport for the use of the DSX-PLA001 adapter on the DSX-8000 moduleCable / Spec Database ChangeEL-3600 limits--Updated to match latest revision (version 9) from the Taiwan standards bodyIEC 61300-3-35 2nd Edition--Added fiber limits per the specificationTIA-568.3-DUpdated to account for standard grade TRC'sPatch Cord LimitsAdded >20m TIA C6A cord Limits Added >20m ISO Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A patch cord Limits TIA MPTL Limits - Modular Plug Terminated Links--Implemented limits for the new topology introduced in TIA- 568.2-D (Draft) StandardGB50312 - China National Standard--Updated the limits to the newest versionAdded Huawei Cat5e Channel limitsAdded Belden’s 4K UHD Media Cable Channel limitsAdded Extron LimitsAdded Alcadon ECS copper cablesBug FixesTalk does not work using the coax adapter or when using the Main as Smart RemoteThe Versiv / LinkWareLive sync slowed down considerably with version V5.0LinkWare Live sync generates error when trying to overwrite a random label set with > 1300 ID’sCorrected Japanese translationsAborting OTDR test occasionally hangs then reboots the testerChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 5.0 Build 3 (January 2017)1. New Features/Enhancements DSX-8000 CableAnalyzer?The DSX-8000 CableAnalyzer? is the first field tester independently verified and endorsed to meet all the requirements for the Category 8 field testing standard. The DSX-8000 is the latest addition to the Versiv? Cable Certification Family, continuing the Fluke Networks tradition of designing products to help data communications installers more quickly, accurately and profitably achieve system acceptance for copper and fiber jobs.Patch Cord Testing EnhancementsOption to turn Bi-Directional testing ON or OFFOption to disable HDTDX/R (Available for all tests)Option to prevent unsaved test result warning from being displayed (Available for all tests)Long communications on the DSX-5000Enables testing copper links up to 1km (Typically used for spool testing)Automatically switches communications mode based on cable lengthLooping single-tests no longer stop when remote is connected or disconnectedPrevent resistance unbalance measurements when using a bi-directional lab adapterReminder to update remote unit when a software update is installed on the mainAbility to set launch compensation from the home screen2. Cable / Spec Database ChangeTIA Cat 8, ISO/IEC Class IExtended the limits to cover the full 2 GHz rangeIEEE 802.3bz is now officially 2.5GBASE-T & 5GBASE-TNow that the limits are official, removed ‘Draft’ from the nameCorning Optical CommunicationsChanged name that is listed under ‘manufacturers’Custom CertiFiber Pro? Test LimitDefault fiber loss @ 850 nm changed from 3.5 dB/km to 3.0 dB/kmTIA‐568.3‐D updatedMultimode Test Cord Attenuation Allowance (dB) = 0.30 dBISO/IEC Class C through Class FA (+All)TCL and ELTCTL curves are informational for screened cablesAdded copper limits that extend length to 305 m.Based on the 100m ISO limits of the same categoryDE Eval Cat 5e 305m (LA)DE Eval Cat 6 305m (LA)DE Eval Cat 6A 305m (LA)DE Eval Cat 7 305m (LA)DE Eval Cat 7A 305m (LA)DSX-REFMOD 5000 and DSX-REFMOD 8000 added for DSX CableAnalyzer? Series3. Bug FixesReflectance value for APC is now reported as less than the minimum detectable reflectance value rather than “NA”FAIL LED no longer flashes during software update on remote unitCorrected German translationChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.8 Build 1 (June 2016)1. Bug fixesFor DSX patch cord adapters only, Return Loss measurement issue reported - fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.7 Build 4 (June 2016)1. New features/enhancementsSYNC button for LinkWare Live added to HOME screenOnce results are sent to LinkWare Live, you can import them into LinkWare PCIn LinkWare PC, they appear the same as if you had connected via a USB cable2. Cable / Spec Database ChangeUpdated test limits:BNT NBR 14565 (Brazilian) standards added for DSX CableAnalyzeJIS X5150:2016 replaces JIS X5150-2004Added Automotive limits under a new folder - TransportationAre you a manufacturer wanting to add your cables to the DSX/CertiFiber Pro and OptiFiber Pro? Click here for details.3. Bug FixesPinch and zoom can result in the “Asset Tracking Is On” screen appearing – fixedDSX frequency plot cursor will not move to the maximum frequency tested/displayed – fixedWhen deleting all results, if there is more than 1250 results, not all results are deleted – fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.6 Build 2 (March 2016)1. New features/enhancementsPatch cord certification times reducedCategory 6A ≈ 12 seconds (NEXT and Return Loss measured in both directions)Category 6 ≈ 10 seconds (NEXT and Return Loss measured in both directions)Category 5e ≈ 10 seconds (NEXT and Return Loss measured in both directions)Icon added to top of the screen, notifying the user if asset tracking (location of upload) has been turned on in LinkWare LiveNew terms of agreement added for LinkWare Live when logging in for the first time2. Bug FixesSome poorly terminated shield patch cords were incorrectly displayed as open - fixedManual grading of FiberInspector would cause the unit to crash when saving the result - fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.5 Build 2 (January 2016)1. New features/enhancementsIf automated copper diagnostics is available, tab displays FAULT INFO and not DIAGNOSTICSRemembers the last 10 Wi-Fi networks and their passwordsYou can now associate an e-mail address (LinkWare Live user name) with an operator nameLocation of where Versiv was last connected to LinkWare Live (Cloud Service)Will be enabled in February 2016 (there will be an option to disable this in your LinkWare Live account)When deleting results, you will now be advised if they have not been exported 2. Cable / Spec Database ChangeUpdated test limits:Added EN50173 OF-5000 ChannelAdded EN50173 OF-10000 ChannelUpdated length limit for EN50173 Fiber Optic Link with OS2 fiber to 10,000 m Limits with (+All) moved to their TIA or ISO folders(+All) includes the following measurementsBalance Measurements folder removed(+PoE) and (+TCL) limits removed since (+All) is a combination of the twoResistance Unbalance within a pair/between pairsTransverse Conversion Loss (TCL)Equal Level Transverse Conversion Transfer Loss (ELTCTL)Copper twisted pair test limits reduced to make selection easierAdded Class Fa (+All) limitsAdded 2.5GBASE-T and 5GBASE-T draft 1.2 limitsEN50173Added Korean Pre-Deploy 250 MHz Copper LimitAdded Chinese YD/T 1019 twisted pair cable limits – factory testing onlyInformational length limits removed from Voice -1 Pair and Voice - 2 Pair, length is still reportedAdded/updated cable types:DNS twisted pair cables from LANSYST addedRdB twisted pair cables updated Generic U/FTP cables addedAre you a manufacturer wanting to add your cables to the DSX/CertiFiber Pro and OptiFiber Pro? Click here for details.3. Bug FixesGreen pass light on remote now goes out when disconnecting from main unitLooping copper tests longer than 10 minutes with a Wi-Fi dongle installed no longer causes a Connecting hardware test no longer fails Wire Map – this is for use in laboratories onlyTIA Cat 6 (+All) test limit now applies a hard pass/fail to TCL and ELTCTL limitsIn Portuguese, changed the following:Apenas para Aprovado / Reprovado* to Apenas para Aprovado* / ReprovadoDa Ordem de Compra to Separador DecimalVarious translation issuesChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.3 Build 6 (September 2015)1. New features/enhancementsMain unit can be turned into a remote unit (under the TOOLS menu) – allows FiberInspector at far end to be usedResistance Unbalance between pairs added per draft 1.0 of ANSI/TIA-1152-A for all limits with (+PoE) and (+ALL)Custom Outlet Configuration added – no longer need to select TIA-1005 limit for a two pair testAutomated software updates via LinkWare Live for future releasesIncrease Cable ID sets from 20 to 50Support for Unicode characters in Cable IDsAdd the ability to show password when logging into LinkWare LiveScreen resumes quicker after going to sleep2. Cable / Spec Database ChangeUpdated test limits:Cat 5e Mod 1-Conn Perm. Link (+PoE)Cat 6 Mod 1-Conn Perm. Link (+PoE)Cat 6A Mod 1-Conn Perm. Link (+PoE)10GBASE-T + 802.3bt Draft 1.11000BASE-T + 802.3bt Draft 1.1100BASE-TX + 802.3bt Draft 1.110BASE-T + 802.3bt Draft 1.1(+PoE) and (+All) limits now report Resistance Unbalance between pairsIEEE 802.3bt added under Application folder(+PoE) versions of BICSI modified single connector permanent link added under application folderAdd 40GBASE-ER4 noting that it has a minimum and well as maximum loss valueMeasure ALL for laboratory technicians now applies local connector compensation for DSX-CHA004Connector limits added for laboratory technicians under Other folderEnd to End link support for standards bodies working on ISO/IEC 11801-99-2 Working Draft 3Added cable types:DIGITUS ProfessionalLeviton – Outside USMaxaamUpdated cable types:Belden Berk-TekExcel3. Bug FixesManual Entry launch fiber compensation was recorded as Launch + Tail – fixed (Requires LinkWare 9.4 too)Real time trace deletes launch compensation for SmartLoop - fixedCable IDs lists created in LinkWare using extended characters would result in a failed import to Versiv - fixedShield integrity test should only be carried out on links with four pairs – fixedIf there is less than four pairs, a traditional dc shield test is carried outRe-test on fiber bi-directional could point to the incorrect fiber for resaving - fixedSingle Wire Map test under TOOLS does not check for split pairs – fixedRemoving an adapter deleted an unsaved result – fixedBattery status may show a depleted battery when the battery still has plenty of charge (rare occurrence) – fixedOptiFiber Pro may misalign a trace with virtual launch event (rare occurrence) - fixedUnplugging the USB camera after the manual grading visual quality box is displayed causes a crash – fixedRemoving the CertiFiber Pro during the 3 sec. fiber test and re-inserting it issues a requires service message – fixedBlank select wireless list using Asus N10 Nano Wi-Fi adapter – fixedAfter successful URL redirect when connecting to a Wi-Fi hotspot, user was presented with “3.0” – fixedVarious translation fixesChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.2 Build 6 (April 2015)1. Bug fixCustomers updating from Version 2.1 Build 5 (August 2013) or earlier had problems with their fiber modules firmware being updated with Build 5. Build 6 resolves that issue. There are no other changes between Build 5 and Build 6. For customers who keep their units current, there is no issue.Changes to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.2 Build 5 (April 2015)1. New features/enhancementsAutomated IEC 61300‐3‐35 FiberInspector test time now ≈ 1 secondAdditions to automated diagnostics (FAULT INFO) for the DSX‐5000 CableAnalyzer:Insertion Loss fails due to lubricantReturn Loss fails due to water in the cableLocation of DC contact resistance issue when Return Loss failsSupport for additional Wi‐Fi USB adapters:TP‐LINK TL‐WN725N (Versions 1 & 2)ASUS USB N10 NanoNETGEAR WNA1000MWi‐Fi user‐access support (URL redirection and HTTP authentication)Enhance network connectivity screens:Access point strengthLocked and unlocked access points now displayedMAC address of both RJ45 management Port and Wi‐Fi USB adaptersImprovement to the WEP configuration screenPASS* result now shows FIX LATER/TEST AGAIN optionAllow non T568A and T568B Outlet Configurations for patch cord certificationImproved calibration reminders:The initial calibration reminder for a module shipped from the factory will be one year after first use, but no more than 18‐months after the manufactured date in LinkWare PC Version 9.3.2. Cable / Spec Database ChangeUpdated test limits:TIA Coax limit now runs to 1002 MHz.Added cable types:Linxcom Limited LAN CablesDINTEK LAN CABLESGIGANETChanged names:Spezialkabel München becomes SKM Skyline3. Bug FixesVarious translation fixesCrash when running Wire Map in Single Test after using the TALK feature ‐ FixedCoax length is greyed out – FixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.1 Build 2 (March 2015)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeISO/IEC 14763-3:2014 updatedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.0 Build 3 (November 2014)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeAdded test limits Measure ALL - this will make every measurement possible to 1 GHzVarious Coax limitsAdded cable typesMETZ CONNECT (BTR)2. New featuresAutomated diagnostics (FAULT INFO) for the DSX-5000 CableAnalyzerSupport for new adapters (Available Dec 2014):DSX-CHA003 COAXDSX-CHA021 M12 D-CodeDSX-CHA012 GG45Improved upload speed for LinkWare LiveIf remote is not detected after ≈ 4 seconds, MEASURE option appears to allow a single ended measurementMoved the @ symbol to the front of keyboardAdded # and + to the keyboardAllow RJ45 to M12 patch cord testing (Requires DSX-PC5ES and DSX-CHA021 adapters)Project Sync ready for LinkWare Live Professional (Jan 2015)3. Bug FixesVarious translation fixesPut units in TALK mode, running Wire Map under Single Tests causes a crash – fixedNo valid DNS would result in “LinkWare Live not available”, now results in “Error, please connect to an active network”Could not cancel large transfers to LinkWare Live – fixedChannel testing a < 0.6 m cord results in the adapter compensation being disabled – fixedSequential IDs longer than 30 characters indicate ID not in list – fixed4. Reported issuesEnabling the talk function, then running Wire Map as a single test under TOOLS > Single tests, causes the unit to crash - fixed for next Version.Changes to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 4.0 Build 3 (November 2014)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeAdded test limitsMeasure ALL - this will make every measurement possible to 1 GHzNo limit lines or checking for a bad patch cord at the channel adaptersIntended for those working in laboratories with the DSX-5000 CableAnalyzerVarious Coax limitsAdded cable typesMETZ CONNECT (BTR)Are you a manufacturer wanting to add your cables to the DSX/CertiFiber Pro and OptiFiber Pro? Click here for details.2. New featuresAutomated diagnostics (FAULT INFO) for the DSX-5000 CableAnalyzerSupport for new adapters (Available Dec 2014):DSX-CHA003 COAXDSX-CHA021 M12 D-CodeDSX-CHA012 GG45Improved upload speed for LinkWare LiveIf remote is not detected after ≈ 4 seconds, MEASURE option appears to allow a single ended measurementMoved the @ symbol to the front of keyboardAdded # and + to the keyboardAllow RJ45 to M12 patch cord testing (Requires DSX-PC5ES and DSX-CHA021 adapters)Project Sync ready for LinkWare Live Professional (Jan 2015)3. Bug FixesVarious translation fixesPut units in TALK mode, running Wire Map under Single Tests causes a crash – fixedNo valid DNS would result in “LinkWare Live not available”, now results in “Error, please connect to an active network”Could not cancel large transfers to LinkWare Live – fixedChannel testing a < 0.6 m cord results in the adapter compensation being disabled – fixedSequential IDs longer than 30 characters indicate ID not in list – fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 3.0 Build 6 (May 2014)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeAdded test limitsISO C6 Cable 100m (LA)ISO C6 PCable 100m (LA)ISO C5e Cable 100m (LA)Draft TIA Cat 6A Patch Cord limitsUpdated test limitsISO C5ePCable 100m (LA)ISO C6PCable 100m (LA)ISO C6A PCable 100m (LA)ISO C7 PCable 100m (LA)ISO C7A PCable 100m (LA)Korean Pre-Deploy Res. SM translation fixedALANTECCCT PremiseAdded cable typesAre you a manufacturer wanting to add your cables to the DSX/CertiFiber Pro and OptiFiber Pro? Click here for details.2. New featuresWarns user if results have not been exported if they try and delete themRemote storage*To enable beta testing, we have added this option to both Versiv and LinkWare.****Remote storage will currently work for select beta customers only****Improved pinch and zoom3. Bug FixesVarious translation fixesIncorrect display of PSNEXT for two pair tests – fixed (Requires LinkWare 9.0 too)SAVE option may not display on SINGLE TESTS when SCAN OFF is selected – fixedCONTINUE and FIX LATER options missing after Wire Map fails on AUTOTEST and SCAN ON is used – fixedSingle ended Wire Map test would not show short to shield – fixedIncorrect error message when setting a reference on CertiFiber Pro if a wavelength is not present – fixedProduct registration database in Versiv could not handle more than 100 modules – fixedDifferent IR values between wavelengths in OptiFiber Pro could result in Event Table length issues – fixedCurrently selected test may not be visible on CHANGE TEST window – fixedManual Entry launch compensation can result in a too short Range setting – fixedModule hardware version is not shown on Version Information screen – fixedResults screen is not updated when importing results back in from a USB Drive – fixedAfter Importing results from USB Drive, tapping MANAGE button on Results screen does nothing – fixedOn the View All screen, the TRANSFER button did not give an audible click – fixedTwo pair copper test, view NEXT then tap < or > on either side of Pair to cause a crash – fixedCable ID pop-up message stating that an ID entered that is not in list when greater than 30 characters – fixedImporting a new project from a USB Drive is not shown until you refresh the screen - fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 2.3 Build 2 (December 2013)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeAdded test limitsCat 6A Mod 1-Conn Perm. LinkProfinet 2pr E2E limitAdded cable typesKRUGEL EXIMKElineEurolan cable 2. New FeaturesProduct Registration support (via LinkWare 8.2).Single test / scanning troubleshooting tools for copper. (Wiremap, Length and Resistance).Tone Generator functionality (includes wake-up of unit on the other end).DSX-PLA001 supportPatch Cord Adapter support (5e, 6 and 6A adapters coming end Q1 2014).3. Bug FixesIncorrect Russian Translations - fixedIncorrect delay skew calculations for 2 pair applications - fixedDSX issues bad patch cord warning when DTX does not - fixedCan't run test with lab adapter spec when CHA004 channel adapter is attached - fixedCopper LIA Version Info should not include calibration date - fixedChanges to DSX CableAnalyzer Version 2.1 Build 5 (August 2013)1. Cable / Spec Database ChangeRenamed limits ending in - PoE to (+PoE) to be consistent with other test limit names - no change in limit values Added to cable libraryAT & T Cabling SystemsDINTEK LAN CABLESSOLARIXQUBIXVOKA CableUpdated cable libraryHCS-DataLinkNexansDatwyler2. New FeaturesAdded Czech, Hungarian, Polish, Swedish and Turkish languages3. Bug FixesVarious language translation issues fixed...
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