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FAULT DETECTOR [1 record]

Record 1 2002-10-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Telecommunications Facilities
  • Electronics
  • Electronic Devices
CONT

A fault locator signal frequency is inserted into a cable system, and low magnitude signals are emitted by means of a band pass filter and radiating element. The radiated R-F is detected to determine coaxial cable system operation. Band pass filters and radiating elements are located at each point to be tested.

Key term(s)
  • fault detector
  • fault finder
  • fault tracker
  • trouble tracker
  • trouble detector

French

Domaine(s)
  • Installations de télécommunications
  • Électronique
  • Dispositifs électroniques
DEF

Dispositif utilisé pour détecter les pannes ou les défectuosités dans un circuit.

Spanish

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