Industry recognition for the innovative LanTEK IV-S cable certifier

TREND Networks has scooped yet another gold award for its celebrated LanTEK IV-S cable certifier – this time at the Cabling Innovators Awards 2024. Our prized certifier has received a Gold Honoree Award for innovation, value, sustainability, collaboration, and impact – as determined by a panel of senior third-party expert judges. 

The award follows previous recognition for product excellence at the Cabling Installation & Maintenance Innovators Awards, where the LanTEK IV-S received Gold Honouree status two years in a row (2022 and 2023). The copper and fibre cable certifier, developed to address real-world challenges faced by technicians and project managers when installing, testing, and troubleshooting cable networks, has since earned significance praise within the industry. 

TREND Networks is customer-focused and committed to developing solutions that help improve productivity and efficiency. LanTEK IV-S is the fastest cloud-enabled copper and fiber cable certifier on the market. It provides a unique way to certify copper and fiber cable, enabling 7-second test times. It is TREND Networks’ fastest, most powerful, and most easy-to-use certifier to date, with a dual-core processor and enough memory storage to save 5,000 tests. 

LanTEK IV-S is also making future updates even easier with the 4.1 operating software, which allows all future software updates to be done automatically via Wi-Fi. With this feature, users will receive on-screen notifications that an update is available and simply tap to install, similar to a mobile phone app update. This update method is faster, more convenient, and eliminates the need for a PC.   

Unique permanent link adapter 

LanTEK IV-S includes the patented VisiLINQ™ permanent link adapter to increase productivity by giving users everything needed to initiate testing on the certifier and view the results in the palm of their hand, saving time and helping technicians to work smarter.   

The RJ45 tips on the VisiLINQ Permanent Link Modules are also field replaceable to reduce the cost of ownership. 

Fiber optic Video Inspection Probe 

A fibre optic Video Inspection Probe for LanTEK IV-S provides high-quality images of fiber optic end faces, with the aim of reducing the risk of test failures and network connectivity issues.  

The LanTEK IV-S uses advanced machine vision to provide near-instantaneous evaluation of the connector end face. The Auto Analyse function enables the image to be captured as soon as it is in focus and the software automatically identifies any defects. The results can then be saved to the certifier’s internal memory and exported to a USB drive if required. 

Futureproof investment 

With LanTEK IV-S, users can now conduct and save a Cat6A test within 7 seconds.  To be future-ready, the tester’s enhanced functionality also certifies links up to Cat8.1 and Cat8.2, including TCL and Resistance Unbalance. It will also test to 3000MHz providing room for future ratified ISO and TIA test standards. 

Enhanced troubleshooting 

LanTEK IV-S also supports greater collaboration between project managers and technicians with the TeamViewer Live Support function. This makes it possible to connect to the LanTEK IV-S certifier remotely, minimising troubleshooting time, increasing collaboration, and reducing costly call-backs to site.  

The fastest Cloud test management software in the world 

LanTEK IV-S has built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, enabling on-site engineers, technicians, and installers to wirelessly upload results to the best-in-class TREND AnyWARE Cloud test management system, preventing data from being lost or delayed. 

AnyWARE EXPLORER provides efficient navigation. With a unique, intuitive folder structure (similar to that found on a PC), organising tests between the project, building, floor, room, and rack is simplified. 

The cloud-based system can also help eliminate costly setup errors. All project information can be pre-configured in TREND AnyWARE Cloud by project managers based anywhere, helping installers get started faster on-site, and supporting greater accuracy.  

Recertification in the Cloud 

LanTEK IV-S and TREND AnyWARE Cloud revolutionise the way cable certification projects are managed and executed. Traditionally, if a network test failed due to incorrect configuration settings, the entire cable run would need to be re-tested on-site. LanTEK IV-S runs every measurement for every standard in just 7 seconds. This eliminates the need for re-testing by allowing technicians to adjust test parameters remotely within the cloud platform, saving significant time and resources, as technicians no longer need to revisit the job site. This innovative approach to re-certification streamlines post-installation testing, maximises efficiency, saves money and ensures network performance meets the required standards. 

Depend On Us for all your testing needs 

LanTEK IV-S continues to set the standard for innovation and efficiency in the industry, as evidenced by its latest Gold Honoree Award at the Cabling Innovators Awards 2024. With its unparalleled speed, advanced features, and cloud connectivity, this cable certifier empowers technicians and project managers to work smarter and more productively.  

As TREND Networks continues to push the boundaries of cable testing technology, professionals in the field can rest assured that they have a reliable partner in their quest for excellence. When it comes to certifying any network infrastructure with precision and ease, you can Depend on Us to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.