Predicting performance based upon signal quality varies with each loop. Generally, a noise margin of 0 or higher will support a bit error rate (BER) of better than
Table 3. LP1 and LP2 Guidellines
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Figure 15 and Figure 16 depict the HDSL Alarms and Test Screens. Current alarm conditions are displayed on the Alarms Screen, while a self test or loopbacks may be initiated or terminated using the Test Screen.
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Figure 15. Alarms Screen
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