Paladin 1577 PC Cable-Check Pro (Renewed)
Status: Paladin 1577 PC Cable-Check Pro: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Auto scan or manual scan modes
- ✓ Backed by Amazon Renewed's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Paladin's best-selling 1577 PC Cable-Check Pro tests all PC, Mac, video network and coaxial cable assemblies. It maps cables and detects good connections along with opens, shorts and crosses. This tool performs true cable mapping. It's easy to read and understand with LED indicator lights. Model 1577 features auto scan and manual modes. To select auto, hold the "TEST" button for five seconds. Use this unit to test the following patch cables up to 1000 feet: LAN, telephone, 50-µ: coaxial, 75-µ: coaxial (up to 600 feet), VGA, S-video, PS/2 keyboard, serial, USB, Mini-USB, FireWire and parallel…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Amazon Renewed Paladin 1577 PC Cable-Check Pro using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the PC & gaming hardware category. Amazon Renewed's PC & gaming hardware lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for PC & gaming hardware of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Auto scan or manual scan modes
- 9V battery included
- Rugged case now with built-in handle for easy transport
- Power shuts off after 30 seconds of non-use to conserve battery
- Rubber feet to grip to desk or bench to prevent slipping
- Tests cables with the following terminations:
Full Specifications
| Brand | Generic |
|---|---|
| Color | Orange |
| D-sub | 9-, 15- & 25-pin |
| Model | 1577 |
| Style | Compact |
| HD-sub | 15-pin USB: A, B, & mini 5-pin 1394 FireWire: 4- & 6-pin Centronics: 36-pin printer |
| Coaxial | BNCs & CATV "F" (BNC-to-F adapter required; not included) |
| Style Name | Compact |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Modular plugs | RJ45, RJ11, RJ12 UTP/STP |
| Item Dimensions | 11.75 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Specification Met | UL |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 11.75 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches |
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