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1Fox &TheHound 3TRIPLETTInstruction Manual

105.2.5: Earphone JackAccepts standard 1/8" (3.5mm) mini phone plug, either monoor stereo. For use with electromagnetic (dynamic) earphonesfrom

116: Fox and Hound 3 Control Locations (See Figures 1 and 2)ALEDBFunction SwitchCTone SwitchDModular PlugEAlligator ClipsBTRIPLETTTONE HI L

12AAConductive PlasticDuckbill TipBBMetal Conical TipCCLED LightsDDSignal Strength IndicatorEEPower ButtonFFSensitivity ControlGGEarphone JackHHBatter

137: Getting Started7.1: The FOX7.1.2: Installing a standard 9 volt battery in the FOXRemove the screw on the back of the case. Remove thecase fron

14shortening of the battery’s life may result. DO NOT connectto the line in Normal Polarity. Damage to the battery mayresult.7.1.4: Testing the Bat

15tery to be fully inserted. The finger tab on the Strap shouldbe sticking out of the Battery Compartment. This tab is usedto remove the battery. Fold

16gator clips. Notice how the loudness of the warble soundincreases, and how the brightness of the Signal StrengthIndicator (DD) increases as the prob

17rescent lights off and using the HOUND 3’s built in lights(which do not produce any noise).7.4: Choosing a Probe TipThe HOUND 3 is supplied with 2

18Helpful Hint:Almost any type of earphones whose plug will fit into theEarphone Jack will work. Some types will work better thanothers. An earphone w

19If the target wire is connected to other wires and circuits,for example, to switches, lights, relays, transformers, etc.,the FOX TONE will pass thro

2Fox and Hound 3 Instruction ManualTable of Contents1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 32. FOX Features .

20General Rules for Effective Tracing:…. Do what works best. Try both LINE/GROUND and LINE/LINE tracing (see following text).…. Separate wire

21Helpful Hint:Although the FOX does not require a battery when generat-ing a tone when Loop Current is present, if a battery is in theFOX, it will be

22the modular jack to be tested, or connect the Alligator Clips(E) to the line to be tested (Do not use the Modular Plug andthe Alligator Clips simult

23nect the alligator clips or the modular plug to the line to betested. The FOX will not seize the line on most phone sys-tems.8.1.3: CONTINUITY / T

24NOTE: Some handsets may not operate properly at the powerlevel supplied by the FOX.TRIPLETTTONE HI LOCONTINUITYTALKWARBLEOFF / LINE POLARIT

258.1.4: TONE: Wire Tracing, Identification, & Open FaultsThe uses of the FOX Tone mode can usually be divided intothree categories . . . tracing

26The FOX’s tracer tone can be shorted out by any loads onthe target wire. All loads must be disconnected from the tar-get wire.Crosstalk may occur in

278.1.4.2: Wire Tracing Methods:There are two basic wire tracing methods . . . “floating” and“grounded”.In the floating method (also called Line to L

28TRIPLETTTONE HI LOCONTINUITYTALKWARBLEOFF / LINE POLARITYMULTI-WIRE CABLETERMINALSTARGETWIRESFigure 4Floating or Line-to-Line Tracing

29In the grounded method (also called Line to Ground), oneclip of the FOX (either the red or green) is connected toearth ground or a “fake ground”, a

3When used together, the FOX and HOUND 3 aids in identify-ing, locating, and tracing wires, cables, and other conduc-tors. When the FOX is used to app

30TRIPLETTTONE HI LOCONTINUITYTALKWARBLEOFF / LINE POLARITYMULTI-WIRE CABLETERMINALSTARGETWIREFigure 5Grounded or Line-to-Ground Tracing

31Helpful Hints:Extension pieces of wire, or long clip leads, can be used toconnect the FOX to a ground or fake ground. The extensionwire can be hundr

32nect to the phone line and ground.To identify the wires, if using the floating method, momen-tarily short the suspected wires together while listen

33At the other end of the wires, connect one of the clips of theFOX to a good earth ground. Experimentally connect the otherclip of the FOX to one wir

34or fake ground. This will boost the tracer tone, and may pro-vide an adequate trace. The strongest trace will be obtainedwhen using the grounded met

35It can be done, but the HOUND 3 must be held very close tothe end of the cable to pick up any signal. To apply a floatingsignal to a coax, connect o

36It is not unusual for the loose turn-able part of a coaxialconnector to have poor electrical contact to the cable shielduntil it is screwed on to it

378.1.4.5: Power Wires:The FOX and HOUND 3 cannot trace or identify “live” powerwires. To use a FOX and HOUND 3 to trace a power wire,power must be r

38ably the target wire. If the signal is not completely killed, thewrong wire has been selected, or there is an open fault inthe wire, and crosstalk i

39to the other wire. Notice that at approximately the midpointbetween the wires, the tracer tone becomes very weak. Thisis the “null point” . . . the

43: Key Features of the HOUND 3• New Headlights to help light your way in dark areas and reduce florescent light noise!• Streamlined Design allow

40Reposition the test wires so that they are inline with eachother, with a small gap between them (1/16" to 1/8"). SeeFigure 8. Again, trace

41Now, attach one of the clips and the wire attached to it to agood earth ground. See Figure 9. The HOUND 3 should pickupvery little signal from the g

42For the most accurate simulation, lay out a serpentine pat-tern on the floor similar to that in the ceiling, and locate theopen in different places,

43cations, the far end of the wire must be disconnected fromany loads or any other wires, or the tracer tone will be shortedout, or it will migrate in

44If tracing wires in a boat that is out of the water, attach oneclip of the FOX to the metal trailer frame, or to a groundedmetal object. As before,

45on the unfaulted wires, the tracer tone will be reduced inlevel on the unfaulted wires, and make locating the openeasier. In fact, if the other wire

46“pick up” signals from electrical devices other than the FOX.Probably the most notable signal, a buzzing sound, comesfrom fluorescent lights. Other

47which wire is the target wire. In this situation, it often helpsto reduce the Control setting, so changes in loudness areeasier to discern. Also, th

48In some situations, the HOUND 3 may have a tendency to“feedback” at high Sensitivity settings. The feedback maysound like a howling or squealing so

49use of the conductive plastic probe is recommended. Theplastic probe is only slightly conductive, and usually causesno disruption of equipment opera

54: Safety Warnings and Cautions4.1Do not connect FOX or HOUND 3 to any source of AC power.AC voltages above 30 volts can be dangerous, and may re-sul

5010: Warranty InfoONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYThe Triplett Corporation warrants instruments and test equipmentmanufactured by it to be free from defecti

51ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO APERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE, AND THE PRO-VISIONS OF THE WARRANTY ARE EXPRESSLY IN

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64.5Use caution when working with telephone lines. They cansupport dangerous voltages. 50VDC is often present, and100VAC may be present during ringing

75: Specifications5.1: FOX Specifications5.1.1: Telephone Loop mA and Line Polarity Test:Indication: Red LED lights to indicate presence of Loop mA

85.1.5: Visual Continuity:LED lights when continuity is establishedOpen Circuit Voltage: 10v max.Test Current: 35mA max5.1.6:

95.1.9: NiCad Charging Current: Approx. 9mA5.1.10: Dimensions: Case: 3.7"H x 2.4"W x 1.1"T(93mm x 61mm x 28mm) Leads: All