How Does Time Domain Reflectometer Work?

A TDR works like radar. A fast rise time pulse is injected into the cable system at one end (near end). As the pulse travels down the cable, any change in the characteristic impedance (impedance discontinuities) will cause some of the incident signal to be reflected back towards the source.

Why would you use a Time Domain Reflectometer?

A time-domain reflectometer (TDR) is an electronic instrument used to determine the characteristics of electrical lines by observing reflected waveforms. It can be used to characterize and locate faults in metallic cables (for example, twisted pair wire or coaxial cable).

What is the function of a time domain reflectometer TDR )? Quizlet?

A time domain reflectometer (TDR) will measure through coaxial cable and many types of cable devices. Which type of device will a TDR not measure through? A time domain reflectometer (TDR) can be used to test the imedance continuity of the new reel of coaxial cable.

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