TRIPLETT 8150 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

Please adhere to the following safety guidelines when using the TRIPLETT 8150:

◆ The tester is intended for use in compliance with local rules for electrical testers.

◆ To prevent functional failure, the product should not come in contact with water.

◆ The exposed part of the tester should not be exposed to any liquids.

◆ During transportation and use, avoid vibration of the tester.

◆ Do not leave the tester unattended while charging. If the battery becomes overheated, the tester should be immediately removed from the electrical source. The tester should not be charged over 6 hours.

◆ Do not use the tester in high humidity conditions. Once the tester becomes damp, power off immediately.

◆ The tester should not be used in an environment with flammable gas.

◆ Do not disassemble the instrument. There are no user-replaceable parts inside.

◆ The instrument should not be used in an environment with strong electromagnetic interference.

◆ Do not touch the tester with wet hands.

◆ Do not use detergent to clean the unit. A dry cloth is recommended. If the dirt is not easy to remove, a damp cloth with water can be used.

The TRIPLETT 8150 comes with the following items:

1) Tester

2) Adaptor DC12V 1A

3) Network cable tester

4) Lithium ion battery

5) BNC cable

6) RS485 cable

7) RJ45-BNC converter (Only for optional function cable tracer)

8) DC12V Power cable

9) Audio cable

10) Safety cord

11) Wrist belt

12) Tool bag

13) Manual

The tester has a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The battery should be disconnected for safety during transportation.

Prior to the use of the instrument, please remove the battery insulation paper. Press the power key to power on/off the tester.

Notices:

◆ Please use the original adaptor and connected cable of the device.

◆ When the battery icon is full or the charge indicator turns off, battery charging is completed.

◆ When the Charge Indicator turns off, the battery is approximately 90% charged. Charging time can be extended for about 1 hour and the charging time under 12 hours will not damage the battery.

◆ Press the power key for several seconds to restore the default settings when the instrument works abnormally.

◆ While Charging, someone must be present.

A camera can be powered from the DC 12V/3A output or by Power over Ethernet (PoE) from the TRIPLETT 8150.

The “IPC TEST PRO” app combines multiple functions into one application to increase efficiency. Its features include:

◆ Support for multi-segment IP address scan, visually displaying the camera brand.

◆ Ability to click an IP address to display the image.

◆ Can supply power to a PoE camera.

◆ Real-time display of network port connection status.

◆ One key to connect to the camera test tool; browser can then log in and configure the camera.

◆ Batch activation for Hikvision and Dahua cameras.

Press “IP discovery” on the TRIPLETT 8150 to auto-scan the entire network segment for IP addresses. It can also auto-modify the tester’s IP to be on the same network segment as the scanned camera’s IP. This feature auto-searches the entire network segment and auto-adds IPs from different network segments.

The Rapid ONVIF test on the TRIPLETT 8150 can display 4K H.265/H.264 camera images from the camera’s mainstream. The meter auto-scans all ONVIF cameras in different network segments and lists their name and IP address on the left of the screen. The tester can auto-login to the camera and display the image. The factory default uses “admin” as the password for auto-login.

Click the “Refresh” button to scan for ONVIF cameras again. Click a newly displayed ONVIF camera from the “Device List” to show the IP camera’s information and settings.

Click the “setting” icon in the upper left corner to open a pop-up settings menu.

The following settings can be adjusted in the Rapid ONVIF settings menu:

◆ Across network segments scan: When enabled, the Rapid ONVIF function can scan across network segments to find a camera’s IP.

◆ Auto Login: When enabled, the tester can automatically log in and display the camera image (default password is “admin”).

◆ Video transmission protocol: Choose between UTP and TCP protocol.

◆ Show focus Info: Displays focus information.

◆ View manual: Opens the manual.

◆ Restore Defaults: Restores “Rapid ONVIF” to default settings.

While in the “Live video” menu, click “Video Menu” at the top right of the image to access the following tools: Snapshot, Record, Photo, Playback, Lens simulation, PTZ, and Settings.

The “Lens simulation” feature on the TRIPLETT 8150 simulates the display area of different lenses to help you choose a suitable camera lens. Supported lens sizes are: 2.8mm, 3.6mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 12mm, 16mm, and 25mm.

◆ Set preset position: Move the camera to the desired preset position, then enter the preset number on the bottom right corner to complete the position preset.

◆ Call the preset position: Select the preset number on the left, then click “Call” to move the camera to that preset.

◆ PTZ speed set: You can set the horizontal and vertical speed for PTZ movement.

The TRIPLETT 8150 can display images from 4K H.265 cameras by mainstream. The IPC Test App supports specific models from brands like ACTi, AXIS, Dahua, Hikvision, Samsung, and more. If a camera is not fully integrated, use the ONVIF or RTSP apps instead.

To perform the test:

1. IP camera type: Click on the IP Camera type to select the manufacturer and model number of the connected IP camera.

2. IP Camera’s IP: Enter the camera’s IP address manually or click “Search” to auto-scan for it. It is best to connect the IP camera directly to the tester for the most accurate search results.

3. IPC Port: When you select the IP camera type, the camera’s port number will be defaulted and does not need to be changed.

4. After all settings are completed, click “Enter” to view the live video.

For a CVBS analog camera test, connect the camera to the BNC input. You can then view the image and perform PTZ control. Before controlling PTZ, you must check and set the protocols, address, interface, and baud rate to be consistent with the dome camera for the tester to work.

The “Auto HD” function on the TRIPLETT 8150 automatically recognizes the type and resolution of TVI, CVI, and AHD cameras and displays an image. It supports coaxial PTZ and can call the camera’s OSD menu. It also supports CVBS and up to 8MP TVI/CVI/AHD cameras. You can use the right toolbar for functions like “Photos”, “Snapshot”, “Record”, “Playback”, “PTZ”, and “Set”. Double-tap the screen to display the image in full screen.

When an HD CVI, TVI, or AHD signal is input, the TRIPLETT 8150 will display the image resolution at the top of the screen. Double-tap the screen to view in full screen.

◆ CVI Camera Test: For coaxial PTZ control, click the “PTZ” icon, select “UTC” as the port, and enter the PTZ address. The PTZ address in the tester must match the dome camera. You can also set and call preset positions. To access the camera menu, select “MENU” in the PTZ settings.

◆ TVI Camera Test: To access the coaxial camera menu settings, tap the “UTC” icon and select “MENU”.

◆ AHD Camera Test: For UTC control, select “PTZ or PTZ-2”. If “PTZ” does not work, use “PTZ-2” as AHD cameras can have two different orders. No parameter settings are needed for coaxial PTZ control with AHD cameras.

The TRIPLETT 8150 Network tool includes several functions:

◆ IP address scan: Connect a cable to the LAN port, set an IP address search range, and click “Start” to scan the range. You can also scan a specific IP address for open ports.

◆ PING Test: A conventional network debugging tool to test if a connected IP camera or other network equipment’s Ethernet port is working and if the IP address is correct.

◆ Network test (Ethernet bandwidth test): Requires two IP testers on the same network segment (one as Server, one as Client) to test bandwidth.

◆ Port Flashing: The tester sends special signals to make the connected LAN port flicker at a special frequency, helping to easily find the connected Ethernet cable.

◆ DHCP server: Assigns dynamic IP addresses for IP cameras and other networked devices.

◆ Trace route: Used to determine the path of an IP packet access target.

◆ Link monitor: Used to see if an IP address is occupied by other network devices to avoid address conflicts.

Connect the cable to the tester’s LAN port and enter the “RJ45 cable TDR test” app. You can perform a “Single test” or “Repeat test”.

◆ Status: After link-up, the screen displays “online”. For an open circuit, it displays “open circuit”. If a cable pair has a short circuit, it displays “short circuit”.

◆ Length: The max test length is 180 meters. It can test the cable length if the cable is an open or short circuit. If the screen displays “online”, the length result will not be accurate.

◆ Cable quality test: Green indicates good quality, Yellow is poor quality, and Red is a water-damaged cable. The attenuation value is displayed for cables over 10 meters.

◆ Advanced Test: This tests cable pair status, length, attenuation, reflectivity, impedance, skew, and other parameters.

To test a LAN or telephone cable, connect the cable to the CCTV tester and the remote cable tester unit. The screen on the TRIPLETT 8150 will display the connecting status, cable type (e.g., 1000M Through), the sequence of wires, and the serial number of the cable tester kit (up to 255). This function can quickly detect near-end, mid-end, and far-end fault points of an RJ45 cable connector.

When the tester is turned on, the DC12V power output functions are automatically turned on. To use the PoE Power Output function, change the switch to “ON” or “OFF”.

Please follow these important guidelines:

1. Do not input power into the “DC12/3A OUTPUT” port.

2. Do not output the DC12V/3A power into the DC12V/IN port of the IP camera tester.

3. The IPC tester power output is close to 3A. If the IP camera’s power is over 3A, the tester will auto-enter protection mode. Disconnect all tester connections and then connect the tester with the power adaptor to continue.

4. Before turning on the PoE power output, make sure the IP camera supports PoE power. Otherwise, it may damage the IP camera.

5. Before turning on PoE power output, connect the IP camera to the LAN port of the tester.

6. Make sure the tester is fully charged or more than 80% charged, or it will show “low power”, “not able to supply power”.

You can update the TRIPLETT 8150 using two methods:

◆ Local Update: Copy the downloaded update file to an “update” directory on the SD card (if the directory doesn’t exist, create one). Then, in the Update menu, select “Local Update” to update via the SD card.

◆ Online Update: Connect the tester to the internet. In the Update menu, select “Online Update” to check for updates. If applications need updating, they will be listed. Click the related applications to update to the latest version.

The “App management” section allows you to uninstall and open applications.

The System Settings menu on the TRIPLETT 8150 provides the following options:

◆ Language: Select your desired language.

◆ Date/Time: Set the date and time of the IP tester.

◆ IP setting: Manually set the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS, or select “Dynamic allocation” to use DHCP.

◆ WLAN Net: Turn WiFi on or off and scan for wireless networks.

◆ Wi-Fi hotspot: Create a Wi-Fi hotspot by inputting an SSID name and password.

◆ Brightness: Set the desired brightness and adjust the sleep time settings.

◆ Volume: Set the volume level.

◆ SD Card: Displays SD Card capacity and allows you to format or unmount the card.

◆ FTP server: Allows a PC on the same network to read, copy, and edit files on the SD card via FTP.

◆ Screen display rotation: Flips the display 180 degrees.

◆ PTZ address scan: Toggle the PTZ Address scan feature on or off.

◆ Lock Screen: Choose between password, pattern, or no lock screen.

◆ Restore the factory settings: Restores the tester to factory settings, which will remove all personal files and apps.

◆ Power Off: Manually set an Auto Off time (0-23h 59min).

◆ Button mode selection: Select different modes for button clicks, such as single click, double click, or keyboard clicks.

The built-in HDMI output port on the TRIPLETT 8150 can output live video from an analog or IP camera, as well as recorded files, media files, and images, to an HDTV monitor. Simply connect an HDMI cable from the IP tester to an HDTV monitor. It supports resolutions up to 3840x2160P at 30FPS.