SIGNALTEK Cable Performance Tester with Tracetone

SIGNALTEK provides a technically innovative method to test and document performance of voice, data, video, and VoIP applications for cabling installers and network technicians. It tests the link's ability to support application by transmitting Ethernet packets on the wire and measuring the link performance according to IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet standard. By monitoring transmitted and received data packets, it can report the BERT (Bit Error Rate Test) for the link. It uses the latest generation of Gigabit Ethernet technology to provide the best performance to this new class of testers.

SIGNALTEK – High-Performance Gigabit Ethernet Testing

SIGNALTEK is the most cost-effective Gigabit Ethernet cable performance tester in the world. It tests the link’s ability to support applications by transmitting Ethernet packets on the link and measuring performance according to the IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet standard, the ultimate performance indicator for any network.

• Provides comprehensive cable testing for voice, data, and video applications
• Performs complete wiremap and length tests of: 1, 3, and 4 pair UTP/STP, and series 6/59 coaxial cable to TIA-568 A/B and TIA-570 standards
• Performs a full IEEE 802.3ab compliant Gigabit Ethernet packet test in about 35 seconds with 97% performance certainty
• Includes a TDR (Time Domain Reflectometer) for accurate length measurements and to aide in locating cabling faults by providing distance to short/open information
• Supplied alligator clips allow testing of speaker, alarm, thermostat, home automation devices, and nearly any other type of control wire

SIGNALTEK – a technically innovative performance, monitoring and network troubleshooting tool

In addition to cable performance qualification, SIGNALTEK can be configured to run for several minutes or hours at a time. While stress testing critical network links, SIGNALTEK transmits hundreds of Gigabits of information across the network while looking for dropped packets. This monitoring mode allows SIGNALTEK to be used to isolate intermittent network problems that are difficult to detect. Adopting the latest generation of Gigabit Ethernet technology, IDEAL’s innovation brings the best performance to this new class of affordable testers.

• Offers service detection to verify true 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet operations
• Provides Bit Error Rate test for VoIP, data, and videoover-IP applications
• User-defined data logging and network monitoring to detect problems that may cause network outages
• Selectable test modes to qualify cabling support of Data, Voice over IP, and IP Video transmissions

SIGNALTEK – a flexible tool to test any IP device
Internet Protocol (IP) is fast becoming the standard communications protocol for every type of network and home technology device. SIGNALTEK leverages its tri-speed (10/100/1000) Ethernet processor to provide performance and activity testing of any addressable IP device in the network.

• IP pinging can be used to verify the communication of many devices including IP cameras, home automation, and A/V control panels
• Offers network diagnostic tools such as link establishment, port LED blink, and ping
• Supports static and dynamic (DHCP) IP configuration
• Allows multiple target IP and web addresses for pinging several network devices and confirming operation of network switches and routers

SIGNALTEK makes reporting and data storage easy
The SIGNALTEK reporting and data storage system is designed for installers and network technicians with ease-of-use and flexibility in mind.

• Generates easy pass/fail reports of link performance in accordance with IEEE 802.3ab standards
• Stores 20,000+ records on internal memory
• Accepts USB memory drives for unlimited storage
• Direct printing to supported USB printers
• No special software required, view reports with any web browser

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is calibration automatically done when a unit is returned to the factory?  Calibration is not an automatic service. It is a technical process requiring bench time, manpower and documentation to complete. It is an option when returning a unit for other service. Calibration is a separate charge from these other services.
2. Is calibration covered under the 2-year warranty?  Calibration is a separate service and charge.
3. If a LANTEK Certifier is returned for repair, warranty or otherwise, does it have to be calibrated?  Calibration is a recommended only service. However LANTEK Calibration should be kept within one year current, for traceability reasons and compliance to ISO9000 standards. LANTEK latest Calibration dates are stored and printed on link-certification reports.
4. What is the normal turnaround time for repairs and/or calibration?  Up to one week is a normal turnaround time. Extended delays will be noted to owner. Turnaround time is defined as the maximum time from customer acceptance and receipt by IDEAL of a signed service and repair quotation from owner.
5. Will either IDEAL INDUSTRIES, Inc. in Sycamore or San Diego handle these services?  All transactions should be handled through San Diego.
6. Does salesperson or distributor get credit for these transactions?  No. Product sales generate sales credit not services. These are service charges and are direct between the owners and IDEAL.
7. What type of payment is accepted?  We have expanded our payment options to include Corporate Amex and other major credit cards.
8. Will we invoice for service charges?  We will set up direct billing for selective pre-approved major corporate or government accounts predetermined by the factory.
9. Do we check the units after service?  We have total incoming and outgoing quality checks for every serviced unit in San Diego.
10. How will the customer know what the charges are?  A quote system has been implemented to expedite turnaround time. Recommendation and cost analysis will be given to the owner BEFORE any services are started. Work will begin only after owner approval or denial of quoted charges has been emailed or faxed back to the factory in San Diego.
11. How are LANTEK upgrades handled?  Part #’s and cost are assigned for each upgrade option. These part #’s are listed in the price book. Upgrades are a service charge and not a product sale.
12. Do SIGNALTEK and SecuriTEST require calibration?  Calibration is only required for LANTEK certification testers. Inspection and repair options are available for SIGNALTEK and SecuriTEST.
13. Are firmware upgrades automatically done?  Yes. F/W upgrades are automatically done on LANTEK & SIGNALTEK equipment returned either under warranty and/or for Repair and Calibration.
14. Is an RMA always required?  Yes, an RMA is required for all services and returned units. Completed product and requested service detail will facilitate the process.
15. Is an extended warranty available?  Yes, on special request.
16. Are loaner units available while my tester is being serviced?  No. However loaner units can be arranged at a rental charge, subject to availability from the factory. An alternative is to ask for an annual maintenance and service contract, (CAREPLAN) which includes temporary replacement and annual calibration for equipment covered under such maintenance contract.
17. Should my tester be registered?  All LANTEK, FIBERTEK, TRACETEK AND SIGNALTEK units shall be registered with IDEAL. This automatically updates our database with unit serial numbers. The owner will receive automatically email notifications of firmware upgrades and/or critical product announcements.
18. What if I need replacement batteries, power cords or other accessories?  Many accessories are listed in our catalog to be ordered through distribution. Contact the factory or local IDEAL representative for assistance.
19. Do I just ship the tester when returning it to the factory?  The entire kit or package including all accessories should be returned in a protective outer box. All components will be checked after arrival in the factory. Worn out accessories from wear and tear will be recommended to be replaced. The Calibration and Repair quotation to the owner will specify such accessories and their replacement cost in detail.