Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2

With the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2 you can test USB, MFi Lightning and video cables in a quick and convenient way.

€15,000.00*

Volume discounts on request!

In Stock, Delivery time: 1 - 3 days

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Product number: TP800110-TP825110
Manufacturer: Total Phase
  • Demo device available: Would you like to test the device? Ask us, we offer you the opportunity to test the device for up to 2 weeks. 

Description

The Advanced Cable Tester v2 combines high performance with low costs and has a robust design. It enables fast spot testing of cables, easy-to-understand reports, and 100% test coverage for lab and production environments at a fraction of the price, time, and labor of other solutions. Whether your application is 100% quality control in a factory or statistical process control in a lab, the Advanced Cable Tester v2 offers high precision and accuracy with careful test coverage, without expensive custom test equipment or highly skilled personnel.

Test coverage

  • Short circuit test
  • Test for broken lines
  • Continuity Check
  • DC resistance measurement for most cables, with milli-ohm accuracy on ground and power cables
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines for up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel
  • E-Marker Verification
  • Lightning function tests (Apple MFi Lightning cable)* 
  • Surge Protection (Apple MFi Lightning Cable) *
  • Voltage Recovery Test (Apple MFi Lightning cable)*
  • Quiet power consumption (Apple MFi Lightning cable) 
*Apple MFi membership required to run these tests

Solution Features

  • Compatible with most USB, Apple Lightning and video cables
  • Fast testing optimized for production needs
  • Real-time results
  • Results are displayed on the color screen for stand-alone operation - no PC required
  • Detailed measurements and eye diagrams are available via the web interface
  • Ideal for laboratory and manufacturing applications
  • Local storage of up to 1,000,000 test results
  • Customizable test reports



Advanced Cable Tester API

  • REST API accessible via USB or Ethernet port
  • Full control over all test profile parameters
  • Real-time pass / fail status
  • Get detailed test reports, logs and statistics
  • Upgrade for E-marker programming (future release)

Technical description

Continuity testing checks all pins for opens, shorts, and basically correct wiring to avoid dangerous situations like VBUS shorts on data signals, VBUS/GND reversal, etc.

DC Resistance ("DCR") testing confirms that each power pin (VBUS and GND) can conduct the required current to meet applicable specifications. With Type-C cables, each power pin is measured individually and then the entire cable is tested. Pass/fail criteria ensure the cable meets specification requirements, e.g. B. Type-C IR Drop. If present, Type-C SBU and CC lines are also checked for DCR.

During the e-marker test, the data is read from all existing e-markers and the specified data and performance are compared with the actual measured parameters of the cable and checked. In addition, product specifications such as manufacturer ID, product ID, test ID, firmware and hardware versions can be defined by the operator, this makes it easier to determine pass/fail criteria of the cables, e.g. in a  Q process.

Lightning testing ensures proper operation of the Lightning connector. Proper activation of the Lightning connector, overvoltage protection, quiescent current consumption and other parameters are tested according to the Apple MFi specification.

A REST API is available for integrating the Advanced Cable Tester v2 into a larger test infrastructure. This integration can be realized at a high level: e.g. only the real-time pass/fail indication function can be integrated or full test reports: retrieving all test details for custom processing, analysis, logging etc.


 Passing eye diagram
Passing eye diagram, 10Gbps USB Type C-C cable
 Failing eye diagram
Failing Eye Diagram, 10Gbps USB Type C-C Cable
The scope of delivery includes a freely selectable module bundle. You can choose between one of the following three bundles:


ACT v2 Connector Module Bundle: USB Type-C (TP825010)

    • 1x ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Type-C to USB Type-C Module
    • 1x ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Type-C to USB Standard-A Module
    • 1x ACT v2 connector module - USB Type-C to USB Micro-B module
    • 1x ACT v2 Connector Module - Type-C to USB Standard-B Module

ACT v2 Connector Module Bundle: Apple Lightning (TP825110)

    • 1x ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Type-C to USB Type-C Module
    • 1x ACT v2 connector module - USB Type-C to Apple Lightning (USB2) module
    • 2x ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Standard-A to Apple Lightning (USB2) Module

ACT v2 Connector Module Bundle: Video (TP825210)

    • 2x ACT v2 Connector Module - HDMI Type-A to HDMI Type-A Module
    • 2x ACT v2 Connector Module - DisplayPort to DisplayPort Module

Other modules

    • ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Standard-A to USB Micro-B
    • ACT v2 Connector Module - USB Standard-A to USB Standard-B

Productvideo

Test HDMI cables with the ACTv2
First Steps - Advanced Cable Tester
Test USB Type C cable

Technical Data

Device SpecificationAdvanced Cable Tester v2 small
Advanced Cable Tester v2
Cable Test SupportUSB Type-C 1.3, USB 3.2 and earlier specs, Apple Lightning USB 2 to USB Type-C or USB Standard-A, DisplayPort 1.4 and earlier specs, HDMI 2.1 and earlier specs
Cable termini availableUSB Standard-A, USB Standard-B, USB Micro-B, USB Type-C, Apple Lightning, DisplayPort, HDMI. 
DCR Accuracy VBus, GND+/- 1mΩ  or 10% of the displayed value,
Resistor Accuracy Ra/Rd5%
Resistor Accuracy Rp+/- 2% of displayed value
Signal Integrity ScaleX axis=unit interval, Y axis = percentage of maximum
Supported Signal Integrity Test SpeedsValues ​​up to 12.8 Gbps
E-Marker CompatibilityUSB PD 2.0, USB PD 3.0
Over Voltage/Recovery/SMU/Quiescent Current ConsumptionPer Apple MFI specification R31
Data Storage for Test ResultsBuffers up to 1,000,000 test shots into memory
Minimum Analysis PC Requirements

Accessories

ACT2 - Displayport-Displayport
ACT v2 Connector Modul: DisplayPort to DisplayPort
Product Nr.: TP821110
The Advanced Cable Tester v2 Connector Module: DisplayPort to DisplayPort enables testing of cables with DisplayPort on both cable ends using the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.
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Key Features

  • Measure the DC resistance of VBUS and GND cables individually
  • Measure the DC resistance of the VBUS and GND pins on the USB Type-C connector individually
  • Make sure the wiring is correct and that no wires are shorted or broken
  • USB 2.0 pair testing is supported at around 518 Mb/s, and all existing SuperSpeed ​​pairs are tested at 5 Gb/s or 10 Gb/s.



Compatibility Test

  • DisplayPort to DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.4 and earlier versions)
  • Continuity/Short/Open Check
  • DCR measurement for all lines except high-speed data lines
  • Signal integrity test of data lines with up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Tester devices.
  • All termination modules require the use of Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.

10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€500.00*
ACT2 Type C auf Standard A
ACT v2 Connector Modul: USB Type-C to USB 3.1 Standard-A
Product Nr.: TP820210
USB Type-C to USB 3.1 Standard-A connector module for testing cables with USB 3.1 Standard-A ends and Type-C ends with the Advanced Cable Tester v2
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Main properties

  • Short-circuit test 
  • Test for broken lines
  • Continuity test
  • DC resistance measurement for most wires, with milli-ohm accuracy on ground and power wires, ohm resolution on most other wires, continuity check on high-speed data lines only
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines at 12.8 Gbps per channel



Compatibility Test

  • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed ​​cable pair
  • USB 3.1 Gen1 / Gen2 and USB 3.2 SuperSpeed ​​wire pairs (Tx + Rx)
  • VBUS DC Resistance Test
  • GND DC resistance test
  • VBUS DC resistance test for USB Type-C port
  • Single pin DC resistance test for USB Type-C connector
  • Measurement of Rp

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Tester devices. The expected service life of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 is 10,000 tests per module without test acceptance.
  • All termination modules require the use of Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2



10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€500.00*
ACT2 - USB Type-C Bundle
ACT v2 Connector Modul Bundle: USB Type-C
Product Nr.: TP825010
The module bundle allows testing of cables with USB 2.0 / USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 cables with the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester V2.
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Key Features

  • Measure DC resistance of VBUS and GND cables individually
  • Individually measure the DC resistance of the VBUS and GND pins in the USB Type-C connector
  • Ensuring correct wiring and checking for shorted or open wires
  • USB 2.0 pair testing is supported at around 518Mbps, all existing SuperSpeed ​​pairs are tested at 5Gbps or 10Gbps.
  • This is all you need to test USB-C cables, whether they are USB 2.0, USB 3.1 Gen1, USB 3.1 Gen2 or USB 3.2

Please note that these modules are only compatible with the Advanced Cable Tester v2.

Compatibility Test

  • USB 3.2/3.1/3.0/2.0
  • PD 2.0, PD 3.0
  • Short test - dynamic visualization of test results
  • Open Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • Continuity Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • DC resistance measurement on most cables, with milliohm precision on ground and power cables, ohm resolution on most other cables, continuity check on high-speed data lines only
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel
  • E-Marker Verification

Inserts

  • Tracking the number of inserts/tests ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in the Advanced Cable Tester. Expected lifetime without test degradation for Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to USB Type-C Module, Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to USB Standard-A Module, Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to USB -Micro B Module and the Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to USB Standard B Module is 5,000 tests per module.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€1,800.00*
ACT2 - Apple MFi - Bundle
ACT v2 Connector Modul Bundle: Apple MFi
Product Nr.: TP825110
The ACTv2 Connecter Modul Bundle consists of one USB Type-C to USB Type-C, one USB-Type-C to Apple MFi Lightning (USB2) module and two USB Standard-A to Apple MFi Lightning (USB2) modules.
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Main properties

  • Short circuit test
  • Test for broken lines
  • Continuity test
  • DC resistance measurement for most wires, with milli-ohm accuracy on ground and power wires, ohm resolution on most other wires, continuity check on
  • only
  • High speed data lines
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines at 12.8 Gbit/s per channel
  • E-Marker Check
  • Lightning Functional Test (Apple MFi Lightning Cable) *
  • Surge Protection Test (Apple MFi Lightning Cable) *
  • Voltage Recovery Test (Apple MFi Lightning Cable) *
  • Quiescent power consumption (Apple MFi Lightning cable) *

* These tests require an Apple MFi membership

Compatibility Test

  • Apple MFi Accessory Specification R31
  • Short test - dynamic visualization of test results
  • Open Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • Continuity Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • DC resistance measurement for most cables, with milliohm precision on ground and power cables, ohm resolution on most other cables
  • Signal integrity check of data lines at ~520 Mbps
  • Apply Lightning connector/work (Apple Lightning cable)*
  • Surge protection (Apple Lightning cable)*
  • Voltage recovery test (Apple Lightning cable)*
  • Quiescent power consumption (Apple Lightning cable)*

*Apple MFi membership required for these tests

Inserts

  • Tracking the number of inserts/tests ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in the Advanced Cable Tester. The expected lifetime without test degradation for the Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to USB Type-C Module, the Advanced Cable Tester v2 USB Type-C to Apple Lightning (USB2) Module, and the Advanced Cable Tester v2 Das USB Standard A to Apple Lightning Module (USB2) is 5,000 tests.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



Pass USB Type-C to Lightning USB2 eye diagram Incorrect eye diagram from USB Type-C to Lightning USB2

€1,800.00*
ACT2 - Type-C zu Standard-B
ACT v2 Connector Modul: USB Type-C zu USB 3.1 Standard-B
Product Nr.: TP820610
USB Type-C to USB 3.1 Standard-B enables testing of cables with USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 / USB 2.0 Type-C on one end and USB 3.1 Standard-B on the other end of the cable.
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Key Features

  • Measure the DC resistance of VBUS and GND cables individually
  • Measure the DC resistance of the VBUS and GND pins on the USB Type-C connector individually
  • Make sure the wiring is correct and that no wires are shorted or broken
  • Make sure Rd is the correct value
  • USB 2.0 pair testing is supported at around 518Mbps, and all existing SuperSpeed ​​pairs are tested at 5Gbps or 10Gbps



Compatibility Test

  • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed ​​cable pair
  • USB 3.1 Gen1 / Gen2 and USB 3.2 SuperSpeed ​​wire pairs (Tx + Rx)
  • VBUS DC Resistance Test
  • GND DC resistance test
  • VBUS DC resistance test for USB Type-C port
  • Single pin DC resistance test for USB Type-C connector
  • Measurement of Rd

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Testers. The expected service life of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 is 10,000 tests per module without testing.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€500.00*
ACT2 HDMI-HDMI
ACT v2 Connector Modul: HDMI-A auf HDMI-A
Product Nr.: TP821010
The HDMI to HDMI Modul has 2 HDMI-A sockets for DUTs and allows testing of HDMI cables up to specification 2.1.
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Key Features

  • Short-circuit test 
  • Test for broken lines
  • Continuity test
  • DC resistance measurement for most wires, with milli-ohm accuracy on ground and power wires, ohm resolution on most other wires, continuity check on high-speed data lines only
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines at 12.8 Gbps per channel



Test Compatibility / Coverage

  • HDMI Type A to HDMI Type A (Specifications for HDMI 2.1 and earlier versions).
  • Profiles to support category 1, category 2 and category 3, either with or without HEAC
  • Testing for continuity/shorts/opens
  • DCR measurement for all cables except high-speed data lines
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines up to 12.8 Gbps per channel
 

Mating cycles

  • Mating / test counter ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Tester devices. The expected lifetime of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 from Type USB-C to USB Type-C without test acceptance is 10,000 tests per module.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.
     

€500.00*
ACT2 - Standard-A zu Standard-B
ACT v2 Connector Module: USB 3.1 Standard-A zu USB 3.1 Standard-B
Product Nr.: TP820510
The module enables testing of cables with USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 / USB 2.0 Standard-A on one end and USB Standard-B on the other end of the cable.
...show more

Key Features

  • Measure the DC resistance of VBUS and GND cables individually
  • Measure the DC resistance of the VBUS and GND pins on the USB Type-C connector individually
  • Make sure the wiring is correct and that no wires are shorted or broken
  • USB 2.0 pair testing is supported at around 518 Mb/s, and all existing SuperSpeed ​​pairs are tested at 5 Gb/s or 10 Gb/s.



Compatibility Test

  • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed ​​cable pair
  • USB 3.1 Gen1 / Gen2 and USB 3.2 SuperSpeed ​​wire pairs (Tx + Rx)
  • VBUS DC Resistance Test
  • GND DC resistance test

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Tester devices. The expected service life of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 is 10,000 tests per module without test acceptance.
  • All termination modules require the use of Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€500.00*
ACT2 - Video - Bundle
ACT v2 Connector Module Bundle: Video
Product Nr.: TP825210
The ACT v2 Module Bundle - Video allows testing of HDMI cables and DisplayPort cables.
...show more

Key Features

  • Short test - dynamic visualization of test results
  • Open Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • Continuity Testing - Dynamic Visualization of Test Results
  • DC resistance measurement on most cables, with milliohm precision on ground and power cables, ohm resolution on most other cables, continuity check on high-speed data lines only
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel

Please note that these modules are only compatible with the Advanced Cable Tester v2.

Compatibility Test

  • HDMI Type A to HDMI Type A ( up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel ).  
  • Profiles to support category 1, category 2 and category 3, either with or without HEAC
  • DisplayPort to DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.4 and earlier specifications)
  • Continuity/Short/Open Test
  • DCR measurement for all wires except high-speed data lines
  • Signal integrity testing of data lines with up to 12.8 Gbit/s per channel

Inserts

  • Tracking the number of inserts/tests ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in the Advanced Cable Tester.
  • All connection modules require the use of Total Phase  Advanced Cable Tester v2.



10 Gbps USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable with Eye Diagram Diagram of faulty eye USB2 data line for USB standard A to USB standard B cable

€1,800.00*
abel Tester ACT2 - Standard-A zu MFi Lightning
ACT v2 Connector Modul: USB 3.1 Standard-A to MFi Lightning USB2
Product Nr.: TP823010
USB 3.1 Standard-A to MFi Lightning USB2 allows testing of cables with USB 2.0 Standard-A on one cable end and Apple Lightning USB2 on the other cable end.
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Key Features

  • Make sure the Lightning connector is turned on
  • Measure the DC resistance of VBUS and GND individually
  • Make sure the wiring is correct and that no wires are shorted or broken
  • Signal integrity testing of USB 2.0 pairs is supported at around 518 Mbps
  • Quiescent current test passed / reported failed
  • Surge test passed / reported failed
  • Power recovery test passed / reported failed
  • This is all you need to test USB Standard A to Lightning USB2 cables



Compatibility Test

  • Turn on the Lightning Plug
  • Testing the signal integrity of the USB 2.0 (DP / DM)
  • VBUS DC Resistance Test
  • GND DC resistance test
  • Combined value of VBUS and GND DC resistance given per specification
  • quiescent current test
  • Surge Protection Test
  • Voltage Recovery Test

Apple MFi membership required to run these tests

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Testers. The expected service life of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 is 10,000 tests per module without testing.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



Pass USB Type-C to Lightning USB2 eye diagram Incorrect eye diagram from USB Type-C to Lightning USB2

€500.00*
ACT2 -USB Type-c zu MFi Lightning
ACT v2 Connector Modul: USB Type-C to MFi Lightning USB2
Product Nr.: TP823110
USB 3.1 Standard-A to MFI Lightning connector module for testing cables with USB 2.0 Standard-A ends and Apple Lightning USB2 ends with the Advanced Cable Tester v2
...show more

Key Features

  • Make sure the Lightning connector is turned on
  • Measure the DC resistance of VBUS and GND cables individually
  • In the USB Type-C connector, measure the DC resistance of the VBUS and GND pins individually
  • Make sure the wiring is correct and that no wires are shorted or broken
  • Signal integrity testing of USB 2.0 pairs is supported at around 518 Mbps
    Quiescent power test passed/failed reported
  • Surge test passed / reported failed
  • Voltage recovery test passed/failed
  • This is all you need to test USB Type-C to Lightning USB2 cables



Compatibility Test

  • Turn on the Lightning Plug
  • Testing the signal integrity of the USB 2.0 (DP / DM)
  • VBUS DC Resistance Test
  • GND DC resistance test
  • Combined value of VBUS and GND DC resistance given per specification
  • quiescent current test
  • Surge Protection Test
  • Voltage Recovery Test

Apple MFi membership required to run these tests

Inserts

  • Insertion / test counter tracking ensures reliable operation.
  • Total Phase uses the highest quality connectors available in our Advanced Cable Testers. The expected service life of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 is 10,000 tests per module without testing.
  • All connection modules require the use of the Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2.



Pass USB Type-C to Lightning USB2 eye diagram Incorrect eye diagram from USB Type-C to Lightning USB2

€500.00*