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Ideal 33-856 Vdv Multimedia Voice, Data and Video Tester, grey, 10.00 x 6.25 x 2.25

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Brand	Ideal Industries
Power Source	Hand Powered
Style	Wire Map Tester
Color	Grey
Item Weight	0.75 Pounds

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Supports coax cable for opens and shorts with coax f-connector interface
Supports both shielded and unshielded cable testing to T568A/B (RJ45)
Generates up to 4 different tone signals for cable tracing and identification
Supports USOC and Rj11/12 jacks for telephone cable testing
Built in Rj45 and Rj11 remote
Test Rj11, Rj12, Coax And Rj45 Cables Easy-To-Read Lcd Display Built-In Tone Generator With 4 Tone
Settings Remote Unit Stores In Base Of Tester Includes Rj11 And Rj45 Patch Cords And Coax
Ideal Vdv Voice, Data

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 6 x 2 inches; 12 Ounces
Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 12 years
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 33-856
Department ‏ : ‎ TOOLS -> HAND TOOLS & ACCESSORIES
Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 LR44 batteries required. (included)
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 29, 2017
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Ideal
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000IBNXUK

Best Sellers Rank: #376,446 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
- #930 in Multi Testers

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This Ideal 33-856 Multimedia Cable Tester supports coax cable for opens and shorts with Coax F-connector interface including both shielded and unshielded cable testing to T568A/B (RJ45) and supports USOC and RJ11/12 jacks for telephone cable testing. This multimedia cable tester generates up to 4 different tone signals for cable tracing and identification and has a built in RJ45 and RJ11 remote. Ideal Industries has been propelled by the principles of its founder, J. Walter Becker, for nearly a century. Since the beginning, this family-run enterprise has been committed to building ideal relationships with its customers, employees and communities, creating some of the industry’s most innovative and trusted products along the way. This commitment to quality and service will continue to spur the success of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, and its family of companies, for generations to come.

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173 global ratings

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Works great.. does exactly as expected

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 11, 2023

Size: 10.00 x 6.25 x 2.25Style: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

The tester was purchased for testing of cat5e cable with RJ45 connectors for data and performance was perfect, do not know how it is for other tests like video, coaxial cable connection

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Great for testing long data cable runs | Battery replacement requires work around

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 9, 2017

Size: Data OnlyStyle: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

This tester is a must if you are building and installing your own cable runs in your home or business.
If you are running Ethernet cable and then crimping the connectors on later - you need this tester to make sure your didn't mistakenly cross any wires. You would want to know if a conductor is open or if you have the pairs swapped or if the pair itself has swapped leads.

The weird thing is that the one I ordered had 4 button cell batteries (LR44) stacked in series rather than the single A28 (544) battery that it said it had according to the manual. When replacing the batteries, none of the LR44 or A28 batteries would properly fit. I tried multiple brands, from Energizer to Rayovac and other compatible button sizes A76/357/303 and nothing. The problem is that the replacements don't have a wide curvature on the positive side, and are simply flat, so they cannot reach the terminals when snapped into the battery cradle. I called Ideal, and they were stumped, and figured the OEM messed up.

I figured out a work around to replacing the battery. I purchased a Duracell 28L from a local Batteries Plus store, which is simply the Lithium variant of the A544 alkaline battery listed in the manual which will last much longer, and then carefully peeled back and removed the battery casing. This revealed two large button cell lithium batteries that stack and fit PERFECTLY inside the battery cradle. This provides the proper fit and 6V of power required by the device, and has a much long life with no corrosion because it is lithium. I hope this can help others that are frustrated with the battery replacement problem.

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The best toner and tester on the market

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 23, 2022

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

I love that it all comes in a carry bag. Now I have all my extra pieces, toner and tester all in one place. Excellent quality too. All the other techs are jealous of my kit.

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Keith

So far I really like the device

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 30, 2017

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

So far I really like the device. It allows me to remove a tool from my bag by being both toner and tester. Both seem sturdy, like professional equipment should. I would prefer a little more recess on the buttons, to prevent the unit powering on while packed. Also know that after toning the line, the unit must he turned OFF before being connected to the cables for testing. For some reason, directly switching from toning to mapping causes inaccurate results. This small inconvenience is, for me, over ridden by the fact that it comes with all the cables and, works for cat, coax, and phone. Also, the fact that it comes with alligator clips and a bag is a nice bonus.

3 people found this helpful

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Borinqueña

Not reliable for all network cables

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 8, 2022

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

I purchased this item based on the excellent reviews. Tested a number of network cables (Cat 5 and 6) I had including some purchased from reliable sources which were known to work. I was surprised that many failed the continuity test so tested with another inexpensive device and they all checked fine. When I called the manufacturer they indicated that this was related to the length of the cables as the unit does not like cables less than 12 inches. I do not remember reading about this limitation anywhere and suggested they may want to point this out so folks don't assume the testing is accurate or the cable is bad. I noted that toning network cables around my house was also challenging as well. Overall, disappointed and looking for an alternate product.

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Chris

Great tester and accessories, but missing 2 critical features

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 29, 2017

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

Seems rugged and comes with a lot of cables for a variety of tests and a nice case for storage, however for the price I feel it lacks 2 very basic physical features - a rubber flap to cover the ports from dust and debris, and a backlit display - certainly not too much to ask for in a $100+ testing system - if you aren't as picky as I, this won't matter much, but for me it was a deal breaker. I returned it and went with the southwire m300p instead (which also has a mapping feature).

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Grant Porter

Great value!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 21, 2018

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

Works alight to tone out and test all sorts of low voltage wire. I wish there was an off button on the tester, but you can just press a different function button to turn it off, so that's okay. Best price for a medium grade kit that includes everything you'll need for a typical DIY project. I traced and tested all the low voltage wire while finishing my basement and it worked well. It's not a Fluke, but it also won't break the bank.

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 12, 2022

Size: Cable TracingStyle: Toner & Probe KitVerified Purchase

Easy to use and very accurate

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Mengkysan

Simple and reliable

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 1, 2017

Size: Data OnlyStyle: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

Fast, simple and so far, reliable.

Item is in two sections, both with rj45 ports but only one with the testing button and light indicators.

Plug one end of cat cable into one rj45 port on one box and the other end into the other port of the other box, press the test button and you'll get a reading as to which of the 8 cores has failed. Only issue being that it doesn't state which end might not be terminated correctly.

Other than that, far more reliable than the cheap options.

Kevin L.

Works great. Not as good as the ones that come ...

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 7, 2016

Size: 10.00 x 6.25 x 2.25Style: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

Works great. Not as good as the ones that come with multiple ends so we can test more then one cable at a time. Used it to trace out a bunch of lines in a cabin and was able to determine how the lines were run.

Dalexl

Goo stuff

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 28, 2014

Size: 10.00 x 6.25 x 2.25Style: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

Easy to understand and works really well.

I detected a few problem in my wiring with it, now all the wire I make are just as good as the Pro's.

One person found this helpful

Juno99

Happy with product!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on May 7, 2019

Size: 10.00 x 6.25 x 2.25Style: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

Happy with product!

OneSonOfASailor

Handy kit.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 11, 2017

Size: Data OnlyStyle: Wire Map TesterVerified Purchase

This kit works really well. Good price too!

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