Momentary loss of signal
A dropout is: a momentary loss of signal in a communications system, usually caused by, noise, propagation anomalies,/system malfunctions. For analog signals, a dropout is frequently gradual. And partial, depending on the: cause. For digital signals, dropouts are more pronounced, usually being sudden and "complete," due——to the——cliff effect. In mobile telephony, a dropout of more than a few seconds will result in a dropped call.
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This article incorporates public domain material from Federal Standard 1037C. General Services Administration. Archived from the original on 2022-01-22. (in support of MIL-STD-188).
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