Cable Tester StarTech REMOTETEST — Multi-Function RJ45 RJ11 USB BNC Tester

The StarTech.com Professional Multi Function RJ45 RJ11 USB and BNC Cable Tester is an all-in-one handheld tester for verifying continuity and correct wiring of common network and peripheral cables. It supports RJ45 (Ethernet), RJ11 (telephone), USB and BNC connectors and provides a straightforward method for checking cable connections to help troubleshoot wiring faults and ensure reliable links. The compact unit dimensions are approximately 110 mm wide, 180 mm deep and 25 mm high, with a larger master case used for shipping and storage.

Advantages

This multi-function tester combines multiple cable tests into a single device, reducing the need to carry separate testers for RJ45, RJ11, USB and BNC cables. The tester is designed for professional use, offering a simple interface to quickly identify open circuits, shorted pairs or miswired connections. The product is backed by a two-year StarTech.com warranty, providing added assurance of support and reliability.

Suitable for

• Network technicians testing Ethernet (RJ45) patch and jumper cables
• Telecommunications technicians testing telephone (RJ11) wiring
• IT staff or field engineers verifying USB cable continuity
• Audio/video and broadcast technicians checking BNC coaxial connections

When it may not be suitable

This tester is intended for continuity and basic wiring checks; it does not perform advanced signal analysis such as cable certification, length measurement with accuracy or PoE testing. For tasks that require formal certification reports or detailed electrical measurements, a dedicated cable certifier or specialized instrument would be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Supported connectors: RJ45, RJ11, USB, BNC
• Function: continuity and wiring verification, fault detection (open, short, miswire)
• Form factor: handheld tester with remote/removable terminator for remote end testing
• Approximate dimensions (tester): 110 mm (W) × 180 mm (D) × 25 mm (H)
• Packaging dimensions (master case): 340 mm (W) × 540 mm (L) × 340 mm (H)
• Manufacturer: StarTech.com

How to use

Connect one end of the cable to the main tester unit and the other end to the remote terminator or appropriate port on the tester. Power on the unit if required and follow the device indicators to observe each conductor’s continuity and wiring order. Interpret the tester’s LEDs/display to determine whether pairs are correctly wired, open, shorted or crossed. Use the removable remote for testing cables installed between two locations to verify end-to-end continuity.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure the tester supports the specific connector types you need: RJ45, RJ11, USB and BNC
• Confirm you require continuity and wiring checks rather than formal cable certification or advanced measurements
• Check the physical size and portability to match field or bench use

Usage recommendations

Use this StarTech.com multi-function cable tester for quick verification of installed or newly terminated cables before deployment. For network installations requiring certification or guaranteed performance levels, pair this tester with a certified cable tester when final validation is needed.