Rev. 11/10/00
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When performing the
Stress
test on complete end-to-end circuits, use the
following Stress Test Evaluation Scales to determine pair quality.
FEET
FEET
The following Noise Metallic readings, as a general rule, may be used as a guide
to determine pair quality.
Stress Test: Measured in dBrnC
Scale:
0 to 90 dBrnC
Acceptable:
0 to 20 dBrnC
Marginal:
20 to 30 dBrnC (test further)
Unacceptable: 30 dBrnC or higher
