
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual
4-2 V.54 Loopback Tests ASM-40 Ver. 1.0
Local Analog Loopback (LLB)
The local analog loopback (LLB) test checks the performance of the local ASM-40
modem, the local data terminal, and the connections between them
(see
Figure 4-1
). The test is performed separately at the local and the remote
site.
ASM-40
Line
Interface
DTE
Transmit
Receive
Data
Clock
Clock
Data
ANA
Pressed
Figure 4-1. Local Analog Loopback
To perform the local analog loopback test:
1. Press the ANA pushbutton.
The TEST LED on the ASM-40 front panel lights up. The ASM-40 transmit
output is now connected to its own receiver.
2. Execute the local analog loopback with one of the following methods:
Using the DTE and checking the echoed data stream.
Using an external BER tester.
If the BER test indicates an error-free data stream, but the DTE test indicates
a fault, verify that the cable between the DTE and ASM-40 is properly
connected. If the problem persists, follow the DTE manufacturer's test
procedures.
To isolate a communication line problem, perform the LLB loopback at the
opposite end. If both LLB tests are error-free, the fault is probably in the
communication line or in the line interfaces.
After completing the test or correcting the fault, press ANA pushbutton again to
restore it to the Off position.
Remote Digital Loopback (RLB)
The remote digital loopback (RLB) test checks the performance of the local and
the remote ASM-40 units and their connecting lines. The remote digital loopback
sets a loop at the remote ASM-40 unit from the DTE coupled to the local unit
(see
Figure 4-2
).
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