This is a manual for using IDEAL Tone Generator. This product can generate three different tones, pulse tone, wave tone and steady tone, which can be selected from the front panel. The product can also be connected to a modular cable or alligator clips via RJ-11 interface. It also comes with a 9-volt battery.
The Ideal 62-160 Tone Generator is a handheld device used for tracing and testing telephone lines and coaxial cables. It features three selectable tones (warble, pulse, and steady) with adjustable amplitude and includes a separate talk battery status to provide increased voltage for test sets. The device operates on a 9-volt battery and includes safety warnings regarding live AC circuits.
| Power requirements | One 9 Volt battery |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 70 hours typical |
| Tone Frequencies | Dual/1116 and 919 Hz, Single/919 Hz |
| Tone Power into 600 ohms | HI=7dBm, LO=1dBm |
| Voltage Protection (OFF Status) | DC=58 volts continuous, AC=300Vpeak, 2 seconds |
| Dimensions | 2.7 x 2.6 x 1.1 inches (67 x 66 x 28 mm) |
| Weight | 4 oz with battery (113 grams) |
The device offers three different tones: warble, pulse, and steady.
Move the slide switch to the CONT position, connect leads to the subject pair, and the Red LED indicates continuity.
The typical battery life is 70 hours.
No, you must not connect it to live AC circuits as this could cause an extreme shock hazard.