Cable Tester – Detected Cable (D-Link NTL-CT-001)

The Cable Tester – Detected Cable is a compact handheld network cable tester built to verify RJ45 (Ethernet) and RJ11 (telephone) cables quickly, whether checking a freshly made patch cord or troubleshooting an existing installation. It automatically runs through a full test cycle, checking for continuity, open circuits, shorted wires, and crossed wire pairs, and displays the results through a visible LED status indicator. A slow and fast test switch lets the user match the testing speed to the situation, and the tester includes a remote unit, making it possible to test both ends of a longer cable run without needing a second person at the far end. Powered by battery for on-site use, it’s built for installers, technicians, and DIY users who need fast, reliable confirmation that a cable is wired correctly before deploying it.

Key Features

• Tests RJ45 and RJ11 cables, covering both Ethernet and telephone wiring
• Automatic full test cycle, checking continuity, opens, shorts, and crossed wire pairs
• Visible LED status indicators, giving clear pass/fail results at a glance
• Slow and fast test switch, matching testing speed to the job
• Remote unit included, enabling testing of both ends of longer cable runs

Technical Specifications

Best Suited For

• Network installers and IT technicians verifying Cat5e/Cat6 UTP cables during setup, repair, or troubleshooting
• Small businesses and home users confirming a custom-made patch cable or existing wiring is fault-free before use
• DIY users in Nairobi homes and offices needing a simple, reliable way to check cabling without professional-grade equipment

Recommended Action: Use the remote unit for testing longer or already-installed cable runs, since it lets you confirm both ends of the cable without repositioning the main tester.