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Hosa CBT500 Audio Cable Tester

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Brand HOSA
Power Source Battery Powered
Style Modern
Color Original Version
Item Weight 2 Pounds

About this item

  • Capable of testing XLR, Phone, Phono, and speakON connectors
  • Also tests DIN, Ethernet, and USB Type A to Type B cables
  • Equipped with removable leads to verify continuity of additional connectors and jacks
  • Operation requires one 9-volt battery (included)
  • Easy to use and incredibly versatile

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ CBT-500
  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 9V batteries required.
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 23, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Hosa
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0085GYT30
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 267 ratings

Product Description

The CBT 500 cable tester by Hosa technology diagnoses signal failure in cables terminated with any combination of XLR, phone, phono, and speaker connectors, as well as DIN, Ethernet, and USB Type a to Type B cables. It is also equipped with removable leads to verify continuity of additional connectors and jacks. Operation requires one 9 volt battery (included).

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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    267 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality and ease of use of the electric circuit testing device. For example, they say it's a heavy-duty unit, perfect for checking continuity of cables on the fly, and can test multiple types of cables.

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    29 customers mention27 positive2 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the electric circuit testing device. They mention that it is a heavy-duty unit for serious work, built like a rock, and works great to check for continuity. Some say that the tester is able to handle their needs and is regarded as a handy tool.

    "...Tests about any cable you would have on location. Built like a rock. Have 2 I like them so much...." Read more

    "...Super easy to use and built well...." Read more

    "...As far as testing, this works very well...." Read more

    "This tool is fantastic to have around. It works well, but I had to put some tape over the LEDs so they weren't so blinding. Easy fix...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers like the cables that the electric circuit testing device can test. They mention that it's perfect for checking continuity of cables on the fly, and that it can test multiple types of cables. Some say that the tester is built like a rock and that the testing couldn't be easier.

    "...Tests about any cable you would have on location. Built like a rock. Have 2 I like them so much...." Read more

    "From great cables, to great cable testers! Thanks Hosa for providing great products so consistently!" Read more

    "...As far as testing, this works very well. Individual pin tests for all connection types and separate leads for continuity so I don't need to take out..." Read more

    "Built like a tank. Not only checks continuity of cable, tells you which wires are shorted to which, or open...." Read more

    3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

    Customers dislike the size of the electric circuit testing device. They say it's a bit large for persons with small hands and is not small or compact in any way.

    "...One other note: the device is a bit large for persons with small hands so if you wish to take it around, get a case." Read more

    "...didn't realize how large it was until I got it, it's pretty big for a small gig bag...." Read more

    "...This this in NOT small or compact in any way! Good product, though. Continuity tester with test leads is a great feature." Read more

    Great unit but no repair parts available
    4 Stars
    Great unit but no repair parts available
    Originally would have given +5 stars. Built like a tank, got much street credits for fixing a band’s Speakon 4p cable during a performance.HOWEVER, now after 4 years of very polite usage, one of the “Ethernet” jacks has developed a problem. A contact has retreated making all network cables look bad. Hosa does not keep spare parts. If anybody out there can point me in the direction of a repair jack that is identical, it would be greatly appreciated.
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    John Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for testing cables
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice product
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    2.0 out of 5 stars The Battery compartment keeps falling out.
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