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Method and apparatus for line testing

US9225825B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 31, 2006
Grant dateDec 29, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M3/306
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of testing a communication line includes applying a voltage as a function of time on the communication line and measuring at least a first current and a second current flowing via the communication line. The second current is measured at a different point in time than the first current. The method includes deciding whether a given terminal element is connected to the communication line based on the first current and the second current.

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