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ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A test set designed for testing meter reading units as well a telephone line connections for automatic utility meter reading systems. The test set is capable of simulating the meter reading apparatus when testing the telephone line and of simulating the telephone line when testing the meter reading components. The test set further simulates the receiving apparatus in the central office to test the combination of the meter reading apparatus and the telephone line. The test set is self powered by batteries or may be powered from conventional AC outlets. The test set is operative both in the telephone plant and in the field. |