Overview
The Hosa CBT-500 Cable Tester is an essential tool for audio professionals, designed to diagnose signal failures across a wide range of cable types. With compatibility for XLR (3-pin and 5-pin), 1/4-inch Phone (TRS and TS), Phono (RCA), speakON (2-pole, 4-pole, and 8-pole), DIN (3-pin, 5-pin, 7-pin, and 8-pin), Ethernet (RJ45), 75-ohm BNC, and USB Type A to Type B cables, this tester ensures your audio connections are reliable and functioning properly. Its intuitive rotary selector allows for quick testing of each pin, while removable test probes facilitate continuity checks for additional connectors and jacks. Compact and powered by a single 9-volt battery (included), the CBT-500 is suitable for both studio and field use.
Features:
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Tests a variety of cable types – Compatible with XLR, 1/4-inch Phone (TRS/TS), RCA, speakON, DIN, Ethernet, BNC, and USB Type A to B cables.
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Removable test probes – Allows for additional continuity testing of jacks and unusual connectors.
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Rotary selector – Enables simple, accurate pin-by-pin signal path diagnosis.
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Compact and durable design – Built for both field reliability and studio convenience.
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Battery-powered – Operates with a single 9-volt battery (included).
Specifications:
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Compatible Connectors:
- XLR: 3-pin and 5-pin
- Phone: 1/4-inch TRS and TS
- Phono (RCA)
- speakON: 2-pole, 4-pole, and 8-pole
- DIN: 3-pin, 5-pin, 7-pin, and 8-pin
- Ethernet (RJ45)
- 75-ohm BNC
- USB: Type A to Type B
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Power Supply: 9V battery (included)
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Dimensions: Approximately 11.85" (L) x 5.95" (W) x 3.2" (H)
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Weight: Approximately 1.8 lbs (0.8 kg)