Can you test bnc cables with this. if so , do i need to buy adapters to do so??

I agree. If you use a bnc to rg59 f-type connector and use the connectors with the kit that will give you the connectivity you need.

Can you use hub blink on a poe switch?

Although the instructions say "NOTE: DO NOT attempt to use Hub Blink function when connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) active port", a switch will not apply PoE power unless it first detects a PoE compatible device. We tested the Klein Scout Pro 3 tester hub blink tool on our PoE switch and it worked fine.

Can someone confirm if this will test cables with a bnc connector or sdi cables?

Unit ships with adapters to test Coax (RG5x/6x) and Ethernet. You would need to purchase an RG to BNC adapter (which cost about $1 US each). Klein may have a version that ships with BNC adapters. But I, personally did not choose that option nor do I remember the alternate options, offhand.

What is supposed to go in the open slot in the case below the test unit? Have tone receiver that goes to the left, what goes in the rectangle cutout?

Not the premium tone generator (with clips) in the VDV500-820 probe kit. Only the toner wand fits in the left cutout.

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KLEIN TOOLS VDV501-851 Cable Tester Kit with Scout Pro 3 for Ethernet / Data,...

KLEIN TOOLS VDV501-851 Cable Tester Kit with Scout Pro 3 for Ethernet / Data,...

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Color
Yellow
Item Weight
454 g
Power Source
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Style
Starter Kit

💡Backlit LCD for easy reading in low light

📏Measures cable length up to 2000 ft

🔍Detects Open, Short, Miswire, Split-Pair faults

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⚡ Scout Pro 3: The ultimate cable tester that keeps your network flawless and your projects ahead of the curve!

ILLUMINATED INSIGHTS - Backlit LCD ensures you never miss a detail, even in dim environments.
PRO LEVEL CABLE TRACING - Simplify complex cable tracing with multiple tone generator styles (probe sold separately).
ALL IN ONE CABLE MASTERY - Test voice, data, and video cables with one versatile tool.
PRECISION LENGTH TRACKING - Accurately measure cable runs up to 2000 feet for flawless installations.
FAULT FINDER EXTRAORDINAIRE - Instantly identify wiring faults to avoid costly troubleshooting delays.

The Klein Tools VDV501-851 Scout Pro 3 Tester Starter Set is a professional-grade cable tester designed for voice (RJ11/12), data (RJ45), and video (coax F-connector) cables. It measures cable lengths up to 2000 feet and detects wiring faults such as open, short, miswire, and split-pair. Featuring a backlit LCD for easy reading and multiple locator remotes for cable identification, this battery-powered kit is built for precision and durability, trusted by professionals since 1857.

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ASIN	B085LPN71C
Best Sellers Rank	#7,274 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #13 in Multi Testers
Brand Name	KLEIN TOOLS
Color	Yellow
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,502)
Global Trade Identification Number	00092644692260
Included Components	Cable Tester Kit with Scout® Pro 3 Tester, Remotes, Adapter, Battery
Item Dimensions	6.9 x 3.2 x 1.5 inches
Item Highlight	For RJ11/12, RJ45, Coax, withTester, Self-Storing Remote, 5 LanMap and 5 CoaxMap Locator Remotes, Coax F-Adapter, Battery
Item Type Name	Klein Tools VDV501-851 Cable Tester Kit with Scout Pro 3 for Ethernet / Data, Coax / Video and Phone Cables, 5 Locator Remotes
Item Weight	454 g
Manufacturer	Klein Tools
Maximum Operating Voltage	66 volts_of_direct_current
Minimum Operating Voltage	9 volts
Model	VDV501-851
Number of Items	1
Part Number	VDV501-851
Power Source	Battery Powered
Style Name	Starter Kit
UPC	092644692260
Unit Count	1 Count
Upper Temperature Rating	60 °C
Warranty Description	Call vendor for warranty

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