The Fox & Hound from Triplett is a handheld, wire-tracing tone generator and probe kit useful for testing signal throughout any apposite cable (red/green telephone lines, LAN cables, Alarm cables, and more). It features two separate units, the Fox 2 tone generator and the Hound 3 probe, an inductive amplifier which follows the signal generated by the Fox throughout the cable you're testing.

The Fox 2 is battery operated and capable of generating both pulse and warble tones. It has a magnetized back for mounting in multiple situations, as well as an on/off locking button to prevent you from accidentally turning off the unit mid-use. For connection purposes, the unit utilizes alligator clips, an RJ-11 connection point, or an RJ-45 termination (via the included RJ-11 to RJ-45 adapter). Furthermore, the device features proprietary TrueTrace technology for quicker identification of cabling, 120 VAC overload protection in case you touch a hot line, and a continuity tester.

The Hound 3, on the other hand, sports a range of 12", allowing you to trace tones through cables from a foot away. It features adjustable sensitivity and loudness controls, though you can also monitor tones privately via a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. Built-in LED lights at the head of the probe improve visibility in dark areas, and boast the added effect of reducing the noise of fluorescent lights. Additionally, a bandpass filter suppresses unwanted frequencies.

Wire-Tracing for Telephone Lines & More    Probe and Signal Generator in One    Pulse/Warble Tones, Bandpass Filtering    12" Signal Range    Alligator Clips, RJ-11, or RJ-45    Magnetic Back for Mounting    TrueTrace Technology for Easier Cable ID    Built-In Signal-Strength Indicator    Overload protection up to 120 VAC    Runs on 9V Batteries

• Adjustable sensitivity and loudness control
• Bandpass filter suppresses 60 Hz and high-frequency noise
• Identifies Fox 2’s tracer tone up to 12 inches away
• Headlights illuminate dark areas and reduce fluorescent-light noise
• Built-in signal-strength indicator
• Earphone jack for use in quiet or noisy environments
• Easy-access battery door
• Rugged, moisture resistant 
• Mylar cone speaker

• 3 methods of connectivity: RJ-11, RJ-45, or Alligator Clips
• Cordless-phone interface
• High-output, selectable tracer tone (Warble and Pulse)
• Magnetic back for easy mounting
• TrueTrace cadence shift for definite ID of cable or par within cable
• Red/green telephone lines polarity LEDs
• Tone/battery LED – indicates that Tracer tone is on and battery status
• Overload protection to 120 VAC

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the Integrated Focus and Aperture Gears the only difference between the Cine-Mod version and the normal one? Is there another thing for which to pay $ 200 USD extra? LED with a higher CRI?

A: Just the focus gear , for smother focus during video

Q: 2. I intend to use this lens on a Canon C100MK2 with a super 35mm sensor, but would like to take advantage of the full 24mm field of view for wide angles. What adaptor do I need to avoid to the crop factor? Is that possible?

A: The C100 Mark II has an EF mount and this is an EF mount lens. There is no EF to EF adapter. When you use this lens on the C100 Mark II it will be subject to the 1.5x crop factor.

Q: 3. Do I need a Slider to use the lens?

A: You don't necessarily need a macro slide but would greatly improve image quality and precise positioning.

Q: 4. does it come with the light LEd cable?

A: Yes, Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens for Canon EF included the USB cable in the box to power the LED ring light.

Q: 5. What is the hyper focal distance at F14 and F40? I use a Canon 90D.

A: The hyperfocal distance of the Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens for Canon EF at f/14 would be 3.94 feet (1.2 meters). At f/40, the hyperfocal distance would be 17.17 inches (436mm).

Q: 6. Will this lens work with the F mount adapter for the Nikon Z6?

A: Yes this lens can work on the Nikon FTZ adapter for use on the Nikon Z6.

Q: 7. What is the white cord with a switch used for? One end is micro-usb, the other side I’m not familiar with.

A: The cable for powering the LED's and the other end goes into a battery brick.

Q: 8. Does this have manual aperture? I have an adapter for MFT but it doesn’t have any electronic parts. Therefore I couldn’t adjust aperture with my camera, it would have to be manual on a lens ring for it to work for me.

A: Yes, the aperture range is from f/14-f/40.

Q: 9. Is this "2×MACRO PROBE"?

A: This lens does offer a Maximum Magnification of 2x with a Macro Reproduction Ratio of 2:1.

Q: 10. Will this work on my Sony FX9?

A: Yes this will work with the Sony Fx9