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Interpreting Step TDR Results
A Step TDR trace looks different than a traditional pulse
TDR. Essentially, the Step TDR allows you to roughly
measure the impedance of the line over distance. This
is extremely useful for detecting bridged taps because
the extra cable causes a drop in the impedance of the
line over the length of the bridge. The examples below
should provide some guidance in determining the type
of fault that has been detected by the Step TDR.
No Fault over 450 Feet of Cable
The resistance gradually rises until reaching the end
of the cable, where it jumps to an open.
Close-in Bridged Tap at 30 Feet
The bridged tap causes a sudden drop in resistance,
which then picks up again at the end of the bridge.