


TRENDnet's VDV & USB Cable Tester, model TC-NT3, is a comprehensive cable tester for network professionals. It accurately tests a variety of voice, data, video, and USB cables. The TC-NT3 identifies proper, severed, short circuit, and cross connected pins for cable distances of up to 300 meters (1,000 ft.). Quick Test mode issues a pass/fail for large test batches. All components fit into a convenient travel case.
- Comprehensive cable tester for network professionals
- Tests voice, data, video, and USB cables
- Accurately test pin configurations for cable lengths up to 300 meters (1,000 ft.)
- Identifies severed, short circuit, and cross connected pins
- Quick pass/fail for large test quantities
- Blinking Hub/Switch Mode identifies connected hub/switch port
- Convenient travel case
- NDAA / TAA compliant (U.S. and Canada only)
FEATURES

Local and Remote Testing
A transmitter unit facilitates loop testing and a receiver unit allows for cable testing in locations away from the transmitter unit

Continuous Scan
Continuous scan mode is design to accommodate testing with cable ends in different locations

Manual Scan
Manual scan is well suited for loop back cable testing

Cables and Ports
Accurately check pin configurations for Ethernet cables, USB cables (with TC-NTUF sold separately), BNC cables, and patch panel ports
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| Customer Reviews | — | — |
| Price | — | — |
| Compatible Cables | Cat 7, 6, 6e, 6a, 5, 5e, 4, 3, 3e Coax cable USB and 1394 cable (with TC-NTUF) | Cat 8, 7, 6, 6e, 6a, 5, 5e, 4, 3, 3e •Coax Video-BNC and CATV-F cable (with included RJ45 to F adapters) •RJ9, RJ11, RJ12, RJ14, RJ25, and RJ61 cables •USOC 2, 4, 6, and 8 •USB 3.0 A to B •USB 2.0 A to B |
| Cable Distance | 300 meters (984 ft.) | 300 meters (984 ft.) |
| Tone Frequency | 600 - 800 Hz | 600 – 1,000 Hz |
| Power Source | Transmitter: 9 V DC battery (not included) • Receiver: powered by master transmitter via connected cable | Transmitter: 9 V DC battery (not included) • Remote unit: No power needed |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 50°C (32 - 122°F) | 0 - 50 °C (32 - 122 °F) |
| Dimensions | Transmitter: 117 x 67 x 27 mm (4.6 x 2.6 x 1.1 in.) • Receiver: 117 x 32 x 27 mm (4.6 x 1.3 x 1.1 in.) | Transmitter: 117 x 67 x 27 mm (4.6 x 2.6 x 1.1 in.) • Remote unit: 57 x 30 x 27 mm (2.2 x 1.2 x 1.1 in.) |
| Weight | Transmitter: 108 g (3.8 oz.) • Receiver: 44 g (1.6 oz.) | Transmitter: 144 g (5.1 oz.) • Remote unit: 26 g (0.9 oz.) |
| NDAA compliant | ? | ? |
| TAA compliant | - no data | ? |


TRENDnet's VDV & USB Cable Tester, model TC-NT3, is a comprehensive cable tester for network professionals. It accurately tests a variety of voice, data, video, and USB cables. The TC-NT3 identifies proper, severed, short circuit, and cross connected pins for cable distances of up to 300 meters (1,000 ft.). Quick Test mode issues a pass/fail for large test batches. All components fit into a convenient travel case.
- Comprehensive cable tester for network professionals
- Tests voice, data, video, and USB cables
- Accurately test pin configurations for cable lengths up to 300 meters (1,000 ft.)
- Identifies severed, short circuit, and cross connected pins
- Quick pass/fail for large test quantities
- Blinking Hub/Switch Mode identifies connected hub/switch port
- Convenient travel case
- NDAA / TAA compliant (U.S. and Canada only)
FEATURES

Local and Remote Testing
A transmitter unit facilitates loop testing and a receiver unit allows for cable testing in locations away from the transmitter unit

Continuous Scan
Continuous scan mode is design to accommodate testing with cable ends in different locations

Manual Scan
Manual scan is well suited for loop back cable testing

Cables and Ports
Accurately check pin configurations for Ethernet cables, USB cables (with TC-NTUF sold separately), BNC cables, and patch panel ports
![]() TC-NT2 | ![]() TC-NT3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | — | — |
| Price | — | — |
| Compatible Cables | Cat 7, 6, 6e, 6a, 5, 5e, 4, 3, 3e Coax cable USB and 1394 cable (with TC-NTUF) | Cat 8, 7, 6, 6e, 6a, 5, 5e, 4, 3, 3e •Coax Video-BNC and CATV-F cable (with included RJ45 to F adapters) •RJ9, RJ11, RJ12, RJ14, RJ25, and RJ61 cables •USOC 2, 4, 6, and 8 •USB 3.0 A to B •USB 2.0 A to B |
| Cable Distance | 300 meters (984 ft.) | 300 meters (984 ft.) |
| Tone Frequency | 600 - 800 Hz | 600 – 1,000 Hz |
| Power Source | Transmitter: 9 V DC battery (not included) • Receiver: powered by master transmitter via connected cable | Transmitter: 9 V DC battery (not included) • Remote unit: No power needed |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 50°C (32 - 122°F) | 0 - 50 °C (32 - 122 °F) |
| Dimensions | Transmitter: 117 x 67 x 27 mm (4.6 x 2.6 x 1.1 in.) • Receiver: 117 x 32 x 27 mm (4.6 x 1.3 x 1.1 in.) | Transmitter: 117 x 67 x 27 mm (4.6 x 2.6 x 1.1 in.) • Remote unit: 57 x 30 x 27 mm (2.2 x 1.2 x 1.1 in.) |
| Weight | Transmitter: 108 g (3.8 oz.) • Receiver: 44 g (1.6 oz.) | Transmitter: 144 g (5.1 oz.) • Remote unit: 26 g (0.9 oz.) |
| NDAA compliant | ? | ? |
| TAA compliant | - no data | ? |


























































