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DTX Series CableAnalyzer
Technical Reference Handbook
Return loss gives FAIL, FAIL*, or PASS* result (cont.)
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Mismatches in cable construction (such as cable from different manufacturers)
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Cable compression (tight cable ties, pinches, kinks, etc.)
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Poorly matched plug and jack (Cat 6/Class E applications)
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Wrong test standard selected
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Defective link interface adapter
Insertion loss gives FAIL, FAIL*, or PASS* result
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Cabling is too long
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Poor quality patch cord
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Bad connection
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Wrong cable type in installation
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Wrong test standard selected
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Table 4-1. Diagnosing Twisted Pair Test Failures (cont.)
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