Cable tester LYNX CS TLCD88 — LCD tester for Cat3/Cat5E/Cat6 and PoE detection

LYNX CS TLCD88 is a handheld LCD cable tester for verifying the wiring and continuity of Cat3, Cat5E and Cat6 cables and for detecting presence of Power over Ethernet (PoE). The unit displays pair status and common wiring faults on an LCD, enabling installers and technicians to identify open or short pairs and miswires during installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of LAN and voice cabling.

Advantages

The tester provides a clear LCD readout of cable pair status and fault types, supports multiple cable categories (Cat3, Cat5E, Cat6) and includes PoE detection to indicate whether power is present on the cable. Its handheld form factor and simple operation allow rapid checks on site without the need for additional equipment.

Suitable for

• Installation and verification of Ethernet and voice cabling
• Troubleshooting continuity, opens, shorts and miswired pairs
• Maintenance checks in network closets and on-site cable runs

Key specifications

• Cable categories supported: Cat3, Cat5E, Cat6
• Display: LCD showing pair status and fault indicators
• Functions: continuity testing, open/short detection, miswire identification, PoE presence detection
• Form factor: handheld

How to use

Connect the appropriate cable ends to the tester and remote unit according to the cable type. Power on the instrument and select the test mode if applicable; the LCD will show the status of each pair and flag any open, short or miswired pairs. Use the PoE detection function to determine whether power is present on the link before performing connector work.

Recommendations

For reliable results, perform tests on cables with connectors properly terminated and avoid testing live links carrying unknown voltages without observing safety precautions; use the PoE detection feature to verify presence of power before disconnecting or handling connectors.