Walker, B (2000) Calibration and use of Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR). Measurement Good Practice Guide. 31

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Abstract

This document describes the calibration of Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR). It also describes the principle of their operation and the performance parameters used to specify them. It gives guidance on how to use them to obtain the most accurate results and details of artefacts available to help to do this.

Item Type:	Report/Guide (Measurement Good Practice Guide)
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Subjects:	Electromagnetics
Last Modified:	23 Feb 2026 11:01
URI:	https://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/2091