RELEASE TIME

1. The time interval between (a) the instant that an enabling signal (as in a vogad or echo suppressor ) is discontinued, and (b) the instant at which suppression ceases. ( 188 ) 2. The time interval between (a) the instant a relay coil is de-energized, and (b) the instant that contact closure ceases (or, depending on the nature of the relay, is established). ( 188 )