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CHAPTER 5: Cable Calibration
5. Cable Calibration
Any of the six supported cable types may be
calibrated for a specific cable spool. The Calibrate
Cable function lets you measure the NVP of a known
length of cable and save it for additional
measurements.
NOTE
The accuracy of cable-length measurements depends upon
the NVP value entered for the selected cable type. Although
the preset values will give reasonably accurate readings in
most cases, the NVP of your cable can be measured to
achieve maximum accuracy.
Connect an unterminated sample cable of known
length to the appropriate connector on the Scan-
LAN 80. The cable must be at least 50 feet (15.2 m)
in length to get an accurate measurement. Longer
lengths improve accuracy. See Figure 5-1.
