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CCTV Forum Index » Installation Help and Accessories testing RG59 cables Jump to: Select a forum Welcome----------------IntroductionsCCTV FAQs-- DVR Cards-- DVR - Dedicated Systems-- Computers/Networking-- InstallationAnnoucements-- Contests Digital Video Systems----------------General Digital DiscussionDVR Cards and Software - PC Based Systems-- Geovision-- AverMediaComputers/NetworkingDigital Video Recorders Video Security Systems----------------System DesignSecurity CamerasInstallation Help and AccessoriesVideo Transmission/Control DevicesIP Cameras and Software Solutions Analog Video Systems----------------General Analog CCTV Discussion Access Control Systems----------------General Access Control Discussion Private - Professional Forums----------------Running a security businessDealers Only Other Forums----------------Test BenchCCTV ForumTrade Shows & ConferencesClassifieds  sinbad Posts: 207 Joined: 07 May 2007 Location: 127.0.0.1 Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 7:36 am     Post subject: testing RG59 cables Hi all, I have an install we did where suddenly 2 remote cameras stopped working. I tested and there is power on both cameras, but no video output on the monitor. everything used to work fine and then suddenly stopped working. On the recording I can't find any reason why it stopped recording at that time. is there a tester out there that can tell me how far down the cable run the problem is? and also, any ideas what can it be? RickA Posts: 750 Joined: 28 Sep 2007 Location: Kentucky Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:34 am     Post subject: Test with ohm meter to see if it is the cable, might want to check bnc connectors then check your cable. How long are the runs? _________________ Pegasus CCTV Tech support Rick www.pegasuscctv.com scorpion Posts: 2718 Joined: 26 Mar 2007 Location: Melbourne Florida Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:17 am     Post subject: I will place my bets on the bnc connectors! What you are asking for is a Time domain analyzer. http://www.spectrum-analyzer.info/ _________________ Scorpion http://scorpiontheater.com/troubleshooting.aspx http://covertsafes.com QUESTION: Why is there always enough time to go back and fix it right a second time?? Rebco Posts: 342 Joined: 17 Oct 2006 Location: New Jersey Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:22 am     Post subject: I used this and i love this thing http://www.flukenetworks.com/fnet/en-us/products/MicroScanner+2/Overview.htm Saves me alot of time paid for itself on the first job _________________ http://www.rebcosecurity.com Smit9352 Posts: 248 Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Location: Louisiana Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:43 am     Post subject: Rebco wrote: I used this and i love this thing http://www.flukenetworks.com/fnet/en-us/products/MicroScanner+2/Overview.htm Saves me alot of time paid for itself on the first job These things kick so much butt! I had a customer bring one in and show us a little under a year ago and within 5 minutes of seeing it I was trying to find a place for us to start carrying them or to get one for myself strictly for trade show wiring. Awesome product and Great Recommendation! _________________ www.cctvimports.com Come see us sometime!!! Smit9352 Posts: 248 Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Location: Louisiana Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:46 am     Post subject: Can't delete _________________ www.cctvimports.com Come see us sometime!!! Last edited by Smit9352 on Tue Jun 03, 2008 8:24 am; edited 1 time in total Smit9352 Posts: 248 Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Location: Louisiana Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:47 am     Post subject: _________________ www.cctvimports.com Come see us sometime!!! Last edited by Smit9352 on Tue Jun 03, 2008 8:23 am; edited 1 time in total sinbad Posts: 207 Joined: 07 May 2007 Location: 127.0.0.1 Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 5:07 pm     Post subject: thanks people for the replies. really appreciate this. the runs are ~450 both, I used the Nuvico CV and they are powered from an Altronix ALTV2416 (24VAC) @ first I was thinking someone dig and splice my wire (direct burial...) but when we checked for power on the cameras we had proper current. I already tried the BNC. first thing to blame you know, but it wasn't it. I located on the recording exactly the time it happens but no reason was captured anyhow, does anyone know where to get the MicroScanner² Cable Verifier for a good price. seems like I need one of them....badly Rebco Posts: 342 Joined: 17 Oct 2006 Location: New Jersey Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 6:31 am     Post subject: sinbad wrote: anyhow, does anyone know where to get the MicroScanner² Cable Verifier for a good price. seems like I need one of them....badly Make sure you get the kit not just the tool it a little more but you'll kick yourself in the butt later....... _________________ http://www.rebcosecurity.com thewireguys Posts: 283 Joined: 03 Nov 2007 Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 9:33 pm     Post subject: The is what I use I will tell you distance to the short. Not cheap but I have never had to go back to a job. I got mine off ebay. Test-um - Validator is the product _________________ "There is no point to spend the money on a video surveillance system if you can't identify the person or object with the system." Last edited by thewireguys on Wed Jun 04, 2008 8:00 pm; edited 1 time in total Rebco Posts: 342 Joined: 17 Oct 2006 Location: New Jersey Posted: Wed Jun 04, 2008 7:28 am     Post subject: Quote: These things kick so much butt! I couldn't agree with you more _________________ http://www.rebcosecurity.com Options and Permissions Display posts from previous: All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum You cannot attach files in this forum You cannot download files in this forum Page 1 of 1 .:.

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