How to Decide between the 4200 Series and the Easy-Touch® Pro
Several Cirris customers have asked what the difference is between the long-time favorite Easy-Touch® Pro and the newly released 4200 Series testers. This guide will show you the similarities, differences, and help you decide which tester is right for your test strategy.
Once you have determined which tester fits your needs, head to the tester’s product page for detailed information on the tester. Contract your Cirris Representative for questions.
 4200 |
 4250 |
 Easy-Touch Pro |
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Overview |
Easy-to-use low voltage tester for basic testing of cables. | Easy-to-use high voltage tester for basic testing of cables. | High voltage tester with advanced controls for more customization to test cables. |
Voltage |
Low Voltage only
Note: The 4200 cannot perform DWV testing or IR testing. |
High voltage up to
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High voltage up to
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Test Points |
Up to 1024 points with add-on boxes (128 pts/box) | Up to 1024 points with add-on boxes (128 pts/box) | Up to 1024 points with add-on boxes (128 pts/box) |
Max Points per Net |
100 | 100 | 512 |
Software |
Cirris OS – New software that easily set up a test program, test a cable, and print reports.
Optional Easy-Wire with PC connection. |
Cirris OS – New software that easily set up a test program, test a cable, and print reports.
Optional Easy-Wire with PC connection. |
Built-in Windows PC runs Easy-Wire Software, a customer-favorite software for customizing test programs, archiving test programs, and creating test reports. Easy-Wire allows advanced control over testing including graphics, operator instructions, and security logins. |
Interface |
7” full-color touchscreen | 7” full-color touchscreen | 10.4” full-color touchscreen |
Test Program Compatibility |
Transfer test programs between 4200 and 1100R+ testers. | Transfer test programs between4250, 4200, 1100R+, and 1100H+ testers. | Test programs can be imported/exported as .wir files and used on 4250 and 4200 testers. However, some advanced features are not compatible with the 4200 Series. Some of these incompatibilities include:
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Printing |
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Supports all local Windows report and label printers. Print to network printers without additional software. |
Network Communications |
WiFi, Ethernet | WiFi, Ethernet | Ethernet, WiFi can be accommodated through an external WiFi adapter |
Sizes |
17.4” w x 2.5” h x 6.7” d (44.1 cm x 6.4 cm x 17.0 cm) | 17.4” w x 5.2” h x 6.7” d (44.1 cm x 13.2 cm x 17.0 cm) | 17.5” w x 9” h x 5” d (44.5 cm x 23 cm x 13 cm) |
