Code: RA 9A12302 B.

Tech III Year I Semester (R09) Supplementary Examinations, May 2013 DATA COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
(Information Technology)

RA

Time: 3 hours Answer any FIVE questions All questions carry equal marks
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Max Marks: 70

1 (a) (b) 2 (a) (b) (c) 3 (a) (b) 4 (a) (b) 5 (a) (b) 6 (a) (b) (c) 7 (a) (b) 8

Explain connectionless protocol with neat sketch? Define analog modulation. Describe frequency analog modulation. Write short notes on: Metallic transmission lines. Transverse electromagnetic waves. Plenum cable. Describe the extended super frame format. Why is it used? List the disadvantages of wavelength division multiplexing. Explain the categories of satellite elevation. Discuss about satellite orbits and orbital patterns. Explain about station signaling and inter office signaling. Explain the basic purpose of call progress tones and signals. Explain the term break before make and state when it applies. Describe what is meant by the terms forward channel and reverse channel. What is the difference between a MTSO and a cell site controller? Give a brief explanation of the hamming code. Write short notes on synchronous serial data. Describe the differences between cable modems and standard voice-band modems.
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