Precision Tone Generator

Features:Generates an easily-detectable tone to trace and identify wires.A red LED is provided to indicate battery condition.Variable output allows technicians to adjust signal strength to suit field conditions and improve accuracy.Works with any common amplifier and exploring coil for aerial fault locating.Supplies a precise 577.5Hz crystal controlled signal frequency.Unit supplies talk battery to power two telephone test sets (buttsets)Each of the three test leads is equipped with traditional bent nose piercing clips with "bed-of-nails" insulation piercing pins.Battery-operated (1 - 6V lantern included).The Tempo Communications Precision Tone Generator (Model 177) is portable, battery-operated, and designed for use in fault location and pair identification operations. This unit is very useful when toning in high circuit noise or power influenced areas. The 577.5 Hz tone can be easily detected, while other tones cannot, when using any amplifier, tuned or filtered, to receive the 577.5 Hz tone. The -27 to +27 dBm variable output of the Model 177 allows the operator to adjust the signal level for each job application. The tone generator and test leads fit neatly in a durable, protective woven polyester carrying case with shoulder strap.