System for locating patch cord ends

摘要

A system for locating corresponding ends of a patch cord (32) used to conduct a signal between a first receptacle (38) and a second receptacle (38) includes a cable (104) having a main signal transmission means (108) and a pair of electrically conductive members (110) extending along the length of the cable (104). A first connector (106) is attached to one end of the cable and a second connector (106) is attached to the other end of the cable. The first and second connectors (106) are adapted to removably mate with the first and second receptacles (38), respectively. The first connector (106) has a pair of leads associated therewith. Each of the leads is connected to and corresponds to one of the conductive members (110). An electrical indicator (78) is attached to the first receptacle (38). The indicator is electrically connected to the pair of leads when the first connector (106) is mated to the first receptacle (38). A power supply (126) is used to apply current through the conductive members (110) so that upon application of the current, the indicator (78) is activated.