Typical faults shown on hdtdr plots – Fluke Networks CertiFiber Pro Users Manual User Manual
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Figure 66. Typical Faults Shown on HDTDR Plots
Open on pair 4,5 at approximately 24.3 m. A positive reflection
is an increase in impedance.
Short on pair 1,2 at approximately 13.4 m. A negative reflection
is a decrease in impedance.
Bad patch cord approximately 18.3 m from the main tester. This
patch cord was badly damaged.
A link with a section of cable that has water in the jacket.
Open
Short
Bad patch cord
Water in the cable jacket