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== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
  
A correct configuration of NVP assures the most accurate calculation of the electrical length of the link under test. 
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Correct configuration of NVP ensures the most accurate determination of cable length during testing. 
  
 
 
 
 
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== Solution ==
 
== Solution ==
  
These are the values for NVP for the most common types of twisted-pair cable. 
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These are the average values for NVP (%) for some generic types of twisted-pair cable.  
  
Use these values whenever the manufacturer of the cable is unknown, or the link is composed of diferent brands of cable.
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Standards stipulate that NVP must be specified at 10MHz signal at 20°C (68°F).
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(Source: [https://www.flukenetworks.com Fluke Networks])
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Latest revision as of 15:17, 7 April 2024

Introduction

Correct configuration of NVP ensures the most accurate determination of cable length during testing. 

 

Solution

These are the average values for NVP (%) for some generic types of twisted-pair cable.  

Standards stipulate that NVP must be specified at 10MHz signal at 20°C (68°F).

(Source: Fluke Networks)

Category U/UTP U/FTP F/UTP S/FTP
5e 69 - 69 -
6 69 74 70 -
6A 68.2 74 74 77
7 - - - 78
7A - - - 78
8 - - -

72