4. Operating Instructions
Figure 4.33. A trace that passes the mask test.
Figure 4.34. A trace that fails the mask test.
To create a mask, use the following procedure:
1. Create a cable scan or load a scan from internal storage that will be used to generate a mask.
2. Select FILE → Masks menu.
3. With the desired cable scan selected, choose Create Mask From Trace.
4. The CT100B will generate a mask using the selected cable scan and display it on the screen.
If the live TDR trace fits within the mask, it will appear with a green background.
5. Use Change Vertical Margin and Change Horizontal Margin to adjust the mask boundaries
around the trace.
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