Abstract

A Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) gateway splitter that includes a directional coupler (including a first transmission path and a second transmission path), a gateway port and a cable television (CATV) input port each electrically connected to the first transmission path, and a MoCA port electrically connected to the second transmission path such that the MoCA port is isolated from the CATV input port and coupled to the gateway port. Multiple MoCA ports may be electrically connected to the second transmission path (e.g., via a resistive splitter). The second transmission path may be electrically connected to ground. The MoCA gateway splitter may include multiple (e.g., two or three) gateway ports, each electrically connected to the CATV input port via a directional coupler (and, e.g., one or more hybrid splitters). In those embodiments, each directional coupler may be electrically connected to the MoCA port(s), for example, via a common microstrip node.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04L 12/00 - Data switching networks
• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04L 12/64 - Hybrid switching systems
• H04L 12/66 - Arrangements for connecting between networks having differing types of switching systems, e.g. gateways

Abstract

A CATV/MoCA (cable television/Multimedia over Coax Alliance) signal distribution system includes a first 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving a CATV input signal and splitting it into first and second CATV output signals, a second 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving the second CATV output signal and splitting it into third and fourth CATV output signals, with the latter being connected to a CATV output port. A first diplex filter is receptive of the first CATV output signal, and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a modem port. A second diplex filter is receptive of the third CATV output signal and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a Gateway port. A resistive splitter is connected between the first and second diplex filters and a plurality of individual MoCA signal ports for providing bidirectional MoCA signal flow therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04N 7/173 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems with two-way working, e.g. subscriber sending a programme selection signal
• H04N 21/426 - Internal components of the client
• H04N 21/436 - Interfacing a local distribution network, e.g. communicating with another STB or inside the home
• H04N 21/472 - End-user interface for requesting content, additional data or servicesEnd-user interface for interacting with content, e.g. for content reservation or setting reminders, for requesting event notification or for manipulating displayed content
• H04N 21/61 - Network physical structureSignal processing
• H04N 21/643 - Communication protocols

Abstract

A provider equipment identification (ID) device includes a provider equipment with a plurality of output ports and an ID beacon device. The provider equipment is configured to perform a signal processing operation on an input signal and deliver an output signal to one or more of the output ports. The ID beacon device is coupled to the provider equipment. The ID beacon device is configured to output at least one pilot beacon signal which is receivable by each of the output ports to electrically excite each of the output ports such that the at least one pilot beacon signal is introduced in the output signal to generate an altered output signal capable of identifying the provider equipment.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 48/10 - Access restriction or access information delivery, e.g. discovery data delivery using broadcasted information

Abstract

A provider equipment identification (ID) device includes a provider equipment with a plurality of output ports and an ID beacon device. The provider equipment is configured to perform a signal processing operation on an input signal and deliver an output signal to one or more of the output ports. The ID beacon device is coupled to the provider equipment. The ID beacon device is configured to output at least one pilot beacon signal which is receivable by each of the output ports to electrically excite each of the output ports such that the at least one pilot beacon signal is introduced in the output signal to generate an altered output signal capable of identifying the provider equipment.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04H 20/12 - Arrangements for monitoring, testing or troubleshooting
• H04H 20/78 - CATV [Community Antenna Television] systems

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a demarcation enclosure that includes a base. The base includes an interior cavity. The demarcation enclosure also includes a cover that selectively encloses the base. The demarcation enclosure further includes a tray that is removably attachable to the base, within the interior cavity of the base, and that includes a mounting plate. The mounting plate has a first side and a second side that is opposite the first side. The tray further includes an outer ring coupled to and protruding from the second side of the mounting plate, and an axle coupled to and protruding from the second side of the mounting plate at a center of the outer ring.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 6/00 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
• G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
• H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxesConnection or junction boxes

Abstract

A cable reel that includes a one-piece frame body, a flange separate from the frame body, and a hub member therebetween. The one-piece frame body includes an outer frame portion and an inner flange portion. The flange has an inner side that faces the inner side of the one-piece frame body. The hub member is located between the one-piece frame body and the flange along a central longitudinal axis of the cable reel. The hub member has a first end that rotatably couples to the inner flange portion of the one-piece frame body and a second end that couples to the flange. The hub member is configured to support a coil of cable and is sized to be received inside of an inner diameter of the coil of cable. The flange and the hub member rotate together with respect to the one-piece frame body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) gateway splitter that includes a directional coupler (including a first transmission path and a second transmission path), a gateway port and a cable television (CATV) input port each electrically connected to the first transmission path, and a MoCA port electrically connected to the second transmission path such that the MoCA port is isolated from the CATV input port and coupled to the gateway port. Multiple MoCA ports may be electrically connected to the second transmission path (e.g., via a resistive splitter). The second transmission path may be electrically connected to ground. The MoCA gateway splitter may include multiple (e.g., two or three) gateway ports, each electrically connected to the CATV input port via a directional coupler (and, e.g., one or more hybrid splitters). In those embodiments, each directional coupler may be electrically connected to the MoCA port(s), for example, via a common microstrip node.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04L 12/00 - Data switching networks
• H04L 12/64 - Hybrid switching systems
• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04L 12/66 - Arrangements for connecting between networks having differing types of switching systems, e.g. gateways

Abstract

A Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) gateway splitter that includes a directional coupler (including a first transmission path and a second transmission path), a gateway port and a cable television (CATV) input port each electrically connected to the first transmission path, and a MoCA port electrically connected to the second transmission path such that the MoCA port is isolated from the CATV input port and coupled to the gateway port. Multiple MoCA ports may be electrically connected to the second transmission path (e.g., via a resistive splitter). The second transmission path may be electrically connected to ground. The MoCA gateway splitter may include multiple (e.g., two or three) gateway ports, each electrically connected to the CATV input port via a directional coupler (and, e.g., one or more hybrid splitters). In those embodiments, each directional coupler may be electrically connected to the MoCA port(s), for example, via a common microstrip node.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04L 12/00 - Data switching networks
• H04L 12/64 - Hybrid switching systems
• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04L 12/66 - Arrangements for connecting between networks having differing types of switching systems, e.g. gateways

Abstract

A Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) gateway splitter that includes a directional coupler (including a first transmission path and a second transmission path), a gateway port and a cable television (CATV) input port each electrically connected to the first transmission path, and a MoCA port electrically connected to the second transmission path such that the MoCA port is isolated from the CATV input port and coupled to the gateway port. Multiple MoCA ports may be electrically connected to the second transmission path (e.g., via a resistive splitter). The second transmission path may be electrically connected to ground. The MoCA gateway splitter may include multiple (e.g., two or three) gateway ports, each electrically connected to the CATV input port via a directional coupler (and, e.g., one or more hybrid splitters). In those embodiments, each directional coupler may be electrically connected to the MoCA port(s), for example, via a common microstrip node.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04L 12/00 - Data switching networks
• H04L 12/64 - Hybrid switching systems
• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04L 12/66 - Arrangements for connecting between networks having differing types of switching systems, e.g. gateways

Abstract

A system for using a cable reel apparatus that includes providing components of a separable cable reel for assembly of a cable reel apparatus. The components include a first frame, a second frame, and the second frame is separate from the first frame. A first flange is configured to engage the first frame. The outer side of the first flange faces the first frame when the first flange is engaged therewith. A second flange is configured to engage the second frame. The outer side of the second flange faces the second frame when the second flange is engaged therewith. The system also includes providing a pre-wound, reel-less coil of cable that is separate from the separable cable reel. The first and second flanges are configured to releasably couple with one another to support the pre-wound, reel-less coil of cable therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A cable reel apparatus that includes a bag, a first frame that is configured to be received inside the bag, a first flange that is configured to be removably engaged with the first frame, a second frame that is configured to be received inside the bag, a second flange that is configured to be removably engaged with said second frame, and a hub member that is configured to releasably couple the first flange with the second flange, and the hub member is configured to support a coil of cable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible

Abstract

A cable reel apparatus that has a cable reel for holding a coil of cable and includes a central longitudinal axis. A first flange is configured to be rotatably coupled to a first frame and has opposite inner and outer sides. A second flange that is separate from the first flange is configured to be rotatably coupled to a second frame and has opposite inner and outer sides. One of the first and second flanges includes a hub portion that extends transversely from the inner side thereof. The first and second flanges are configured to be releasably coupled to one another for supporting a coil of cable on the hub portion between the first and second flanges along the central longitudinal axis of the cable reel and are configured to be decoupled from one another when replacing the coil of cable once dispensed from the cable reel apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A method of installing a coil of cable on a cable reel apparatus that includes the steps of placing the coil of cable on a first flange of a separable cable reel of the cable reel apparatus; releasably coupling the first flange with a separate second flange of the separable cable reel after placing the coil of cable on the first flange; and placing the separable cable reel in a bag of the cable reel apparatus. The first flange includes a hub portion configured to be received in an inner diameter of the coil of cable, and the hub portion supports the coil of cable between the first and second flanges when the first and second flanges are releasably coupled. The coil of cable is a pre-wound, reel-less coil of cable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A method of installing cable on a cable reel apparatus that includes providing a pre-wound, reel-less coil of cable for installing on a separable cable reel. The cable reel includes a first flange that is configured to be rotatably coupled to a first frame, and the first flange has opposite inner and outer sides, and a second flange that is separate from the first flange and is configured to be rotatably coupled to a second frame, and the second flange has opposite inner and outer sides. One of the first and second flanges includes a hub portion that extends transversely from the inner side thereof. The method also includes instructing a user to releasably couple the first and second flanges to support the pre-wound, reel-lees coil of cable on the hub portion between the first and second flanges along the central longitudinal axis of the separable cable reel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A cable payout apparatus that comprises a bag with a payout opening for dispensing cable, and first and second frames inside the bag. A first flange is configured to be rotatably coupled to the first frame. A second flange is configured to be rotatably coupled to the second frame. An elongated wall extends from the first flange and releasably couples to the second flange for supporting a coil of cable between the first and second flanges. The first frame is positioned in the base of the bag and the second frame is positioned at the cover of the bag, such that when the cover of the bag is closed with respect to the base of the bag, the second frame releasably couples with the second flange and such that when the cover of the bag is opened, the second frame decouples from the second flange.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible

Abstract

Methods of installing a cable reel or a coil of cable in a bag. The methods can include one or more steps such as releasably coupling a hub portion of a first flange with a second flange of the cable reel, and the hub portion is configured to support a coil of cable, placing the first flange on a first support frame secured to a base of the bag; and placing a coil of cable on the hub portion for dispensing the cable from the bag.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible

Abstract

A kit of separate components for assembly of a cable reel apparatus that includes a pre-wound coil of cable, a bag, first and second frames having a geometry configured to fit inside of the base of the bag, and first and second flanges. The first flange is configured for engaging the first frame and has a first hub portion on the inner surface of the first flange. The second flange is configured for engaging the second frame has a second hub portion on the inner surface of the second flange. The first and second hub portions are sized to fit within the inner diameter of the coil of cable and are configured to releasably couple with one another to form a hub member for supporting the coil of cable between the first and second flanges.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible

Abstract

A method of installing a coil of cable in a bag, that includes the steps of placing a coil of cable on a first hub of a first flange of the cable reel; placing a second flange of the cable reel, that is separable from the first flange, opposite from the first flange to hold the coil of cable on the first hub of the first flange; positioning the first flange on or next to a first support frame received in the bag; and placing the second flange on or next to a second support frame received in the bag. The second support frame is positioned in the bag such that the first flange, the coil of cable and the second flange are located between the first support frame and the second support frame.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts

Abstract

An active MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) gateway splitter device, including a CATV input port for receiving a CATV input signal, an amplifier for amplifying the CATV signal, at least one MoCA port (connectable to a MoCA device), a plurality of modem/gateway ports (each connectable to a modem or gateway device); and a diplex filter that includes a low-pass filter section and a high-pass filter section. The CATV input port is electrically connected to the modem/gateway ports via the low-pass filter section and the MoCA port is electrically connected to the modem/gateway ports via the high-pass filter section. Accordingly, the MoCA device can communicate bidirectionally with the modem/gateway devices over a higher frequency band, the modem/gateway devices can communicate bidirectionally with the CATV input port over a lower frequency band, and the MoCA device is electrically isolated from the CATV input port.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 21/426 - Internal components of the client
• H04N 21/61 - Network physical structureSignal processing

Abstract

A cable reel that has at least one support frame having an outwardly extending braking gear member and a first flange having a central opening with an internal braking gear member engaging the outwardly extending gear member of the frame, thereby rotatably coupling the at least one support frame and the first flange. A hub is provided between the first flange and a second flange that opposes the first flange. The hub is configured to support cable, wherein the engagement of the gear members provides friction for cable payoff from the hub.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A method of installing cable on a cable reel that has the steps of providing a cable reel that includes first and second opposing flanges where the first flange has a first hub portion and the second flange having a second hub portion and the first hub portion has one or more flexible segments; placing a cable coil over the first hub portion and on the first flange so that the first hub portion substantially extends through an inner diameter of the cable coil; and expanding the one or more flexible segments by inserting the second hub portion inside of the first hub portion so that the one or more flexible segments engage the cable coil.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support

Abstract

A connector assembly that has a connector including a coupling member rotatably coupled to a body, and the coupling member has an interface end configured to engage a mating connector. A gripping sleeve receives at least a portion of the body and at least a portion of the coupling member. A torque limiting feature includes a slip element located at or near the front end of the gripping sleeve and an engaging element located on the coupling member. The slip element and the engaging element engage one another such that rotation of the gripping sleeve applies torque to and rotates the coupling member in a tightening direction until a predetermined torque limit is reached when the slip element disengages from the engaging element allowing the gripping sleeve to rotate with respect to the coupling member such that torque is no longer applied to the coupling member by the gripping sleeve.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/622 - Screw-ring or screw-casing

Abstract

A method of installing cable on a cable reel that has the steps of providing a cable reel that includes first and second opposing flanges, the first flange having a first hub portion and the second flange having a second hub portion, the first hub portion being longer than the second hub portion, the first hub portion having a plurality of flexible segments; placing a cable coil over the first hub portion and on the first flange so that the first hub portion extends through the cable coil; and inserting the second hub portion inside of the first hub portion, thereby expanding the flexible segments so that flexible segments engage the cable coil.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders

Abstract

A cable reel that has at least one support frame having an outwardly extending braking gear member, the outwardly extending gear member being located off-center on the frame; a first flange having a central opening and a first hub portion surrounding the central opening, the central opening having an internal braking gear member engaging the outwardly extending gear member of the frame, thereby rotatably coupling the at least one support frame and the first flange; and a second flange opposing the first flange, the second flange having a second hub portion, the first and second hub portions being configured to mate with one another to support cable, wherein the engagement of the gear members providing a friction for cable payoff.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders

Abstract

A cable reel that has first and second opposing flanges. The first flange has a first hub portion and the second flange has a second hub portion. The first and second hub portions are axial aligned and configured to mate with one another to support cable. The first hub portion includes an elongated wall extends from the first flange. The elongated wall is sized to support cable. The elongated wall defines an inner area that is configured to accept the second hub portion. The elongated wall includes a plurality of flexible segments. The second hub portion includes a truncated wall that is receivable in the inner area of the first hub portion. The truncated wall includes a tapered outer surface for engaging and expanding the plurality of flexible segments.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 75/24 - Constructional details adjustable in configuration, e.g. expansible
• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B65H 49/20 - Package-supporting devices
• B65H 49/30 - Swifts or skein holders
• B65H 59/04 - Adjusting or controlling tension in filamentary material, e.g. for preventing snarlingApplications of tension indicators by regulating delivery of material from supply package by devices acting on package or support
• B65H 75/22 - Constructional details collapsibleConstructional details with removable parts
• B65H 75/14 - Kinds or types of circular or polygonal cross-section with two end flanges
• B65H 75/30 - Arrangements to facilitate driving or braking

Abstract

A CATV/MoCA signal distribution system includes a first 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving a CATV input signal and splitting it into first and second CATV output signals, a second 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving the second CATV output signal and splitting it into third and fourth CATV output signals, with the latter being connected to a CATV output port. A first diplex filter is receptive of the first CATV output signal, and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a modem port. A second diplex filter is receptive of the third CATV output signal and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a Gateway port. A resistive splitter is connected between the first and second diplex filters and a plurality of individual MoCA signal ports for providing bidirectional MoCA signal flow therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
• H04N 21/436 - Interfacing a local distribution network, e.g. communicating with another STB or inside the home
• H04N 7/173 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems with two-way working, e.g. subscriber sending a programme selection signal
• H04N 21/61 - Network physical structureSignal processing

Abstract

In a grounded electrically conductive housing for an electrical device, common electrically conductive connection points for one or more components connected thereto to be protected from harmful voltage surges, are provided with a spark gap formed between the connection points and ground, via either electrically conductive surge rods, electrode chips, or eyelets for conducting the voltage surges across the spark gap to ground thereby protecting the associated components from damage due to a voltage surge.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02H 9/06 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for limiting excess current or voltage without disconnection responsive to excess voltage using spark-gap arresters

Abstract

A CATV/MoCA signal distribution system includes a first 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving a CATV input signal and splitting it into first and second CATV output signals, a second 2-way hybrid splitter for receiving the second CATV output signal and splitting it into third and fourth CATV output signals, with the latter being connected to a CATV output port. A first diplex filter is receptive of the first CATV output signal, and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a modem port. A second diplex filter is receptive of the third CATV output signal and MoCA signals for providing electrical isolation therebetween and connecting them to a Gateway port. A resistive splitter is connected between the first and second diplex filters and a plurality of individual MoCA signal ports for providing bidirectional MoCA signal flow therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/173 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems with two-way working, e.g. subscriber sending a programme selection signal
• H04N 7/16 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television amplifiers

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television splitters

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television splitters

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television splitters, and amplifiers

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television splitters, and amplifiers

Abstract

A faceplate is configured for covering a wall opening providing access to electrical signal cables. The faceplate itself has an opening leading into the wall opening, and a pair of mounting holes above and below the opening. A cover housing is formed to secure an electrical device within a cavity thereof. The faceplate and cover housing are adapted to provide for the latter being removably secured to the front of the faceplate, after the electrical device is connected to at least one of the signal cables. The cover housing is configured to permit a user to connect a signal cable to the electrical device, and signal cables from the wall opening thereto.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component

Abstract

A device mounting apparatus includes a mounting base portion having a plurality of opposing pairs of rails. The mounting base portion is adapted for mounting on a support structure. The apparatus further includes a mounting tab affixed to a device for snap in mounting between a pair of rails, whereby the device is captively retained on the mounting base portion, and can be disengaged therefrom by snapping the mounting tabs out of the associated pairs of rails.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16M 13/00 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles

Abstract

A device mounting apparatus includes a mounting base portion having a plurality of opposing pairs of rails. The mounting base portion is adapted for mounting on a support structure. The apparatus further includes a mounting tab affixed to a device for snap in mounting between a pair of rails, whereby the device is captively retained on the mounting base portion, and can be disengaged therefrom by snapping the mounting tabs out of the associated pairs of rails.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16M 13/00 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles

Goods & Services

Electrical connectors; all of the aforementioned goods not for use in connection with medical instruments and apparatus.

Goods & Services

Electrical connectors.

Abstract

A device mounting apparatus includes a mounting base portion having a plurality of opposing pairs of rails. The mounting base portion is adapted for mounting on a support structure. The apparatus further includes a mounting tab affixed to a device for snap in mounting between a pair of rails, whereby the device is captively retained on the mounting base portion, and can be disengaged therefrom by snapping the mounting tabs out of the associated pairs of rails.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16M 13/00 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles

Goods & Services

electrical connectors

Goods & Services

electrical connectors

Abstract

A device mounting apparatus includes a mounting base portion having a plurality of opposing pairs of rails. The mounting base portion is adapted for mounting on a support structure. The apparatus further includes a mounting tab affixed to a device for snap in mounting between a pair of rails, whereby the device is captively retained on the mounting base portion, and can be disengaged therefrom by snapping the mounting tabs out of the associated pairs of rails.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16M 13/00 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles

Abstract

A passive directional coupler is receptive of VoIP, Internet, and video/data signals, and is used in a CATV amplifier device to couple the video/data signals from a cable drop input port to the input terminal of an amplifier, and to passively bypass the VoIP and Internet signals to a modem port, for insuring continuous connection of the VoIP and Internet signals to the a modem of a user connected to the modem port, regardless of the loss of power to the amplifier or the failure of the amplifier, in one embodiment of the invention. In another embodiment, a switching circuit is responsive to the loss of power to the amplifier, for electrically connecting a 75 ohm resistor between a source of reference potential, and the common connection between the directional coupler and the amplifier, for maintaining a 75 ohm impedance at the directional coupler output to the common connection. In a preferred embodiment, the switching circuit also opens the common connection between the directional coupler and amplifier, upon the loss of power to the amplifier.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04B 1/44 - Transmit/receive switching

Goods & Services

Cable television devices, namely, cable television splitters, and amplifiers

Abstract

An optical to RF interface connector has a cellular housing that has a back most portion configured for press fitting into a hole of the housing of an electro-optical apparatus, with the hole and back most portion of the shell being key to one another to insure proper orientation of the connector. The press fitting is further configured for providing both an RF seal, and moisture seal. The frontmost portion of the connector shell is configured for securely coupling to an optical interface male connector that is attached to an end of a fiber optic cable. The innermost portion of a connector shell is further configured for receiving and retaining therein either a auto detector or light detecting device for converting optical signals received from the fiber optic cable into electrical signals for processing, or is light transmitting device for converting electrical signals into optical signals for transmission over the associated fiber optic cable. A light mark is provided between within the connector shell between the light detecting transmitting device and a optical fiber terminating end of the male connector for permitting the passage of optical signals therebetween. The back most portion of the connecter shell is further configured for receiving the light detecting or transmitting device in an augmentation associated with the key position of the back most portion of press fit into the electro optical apparatus housing, for insuring that electrical leads of the light transmitting or light receiving device do not interfere with one another in being connected either to a printed circuit board or other termination within the housing of the associated apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 6/36 - Mechanical coupling means
• G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

Abstract

The present invention relates to a coaxial cable having a flat portion, so that the cable can be used, for example, as a jumper cable that passes through a window sill or a door. Because the cable is flat, it can easily pass through a crack in the door or window without requiring holes to be dilled into the building structure. The flat portion of the cable contains a central conductor that is sequentially surrounded by a substantially flat dielectric, an outer conductor, and a jacket.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 4/00 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation

Abstract

A power inserter module includes an FIC male first port for a direct connection without use of cable to a female F-type output port of a DC source of power, an F-type female second port for connection to an RF amplifier to provide DC power thereto and receive RF signals therefrom, an F-type female connector third port for delivering the RF signals to a subscriber, and an electrical circuit for both connecting DC power from the first port to the second port while blocking RF signals from the first port, and connecting RF signals from the second port to the third port while blocking DC power from the latter.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01P 5/12 - Coupling devices having more than two ports
• H01R 12/14 -
• H01R 24/02 -

Abstract

A signal input port of a reverse amplifier is provided by an FIC connector, for direct connection to an F-port output of a forward amplifier, thereby eliminating the need for jumper cables. Also, via this connection, the reverse amplifier remotely provides power to the forward amplifier.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/16 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems
• H04N 7/173 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems with two-way working, e.g. subscriber sending a programme selection signal
• H01P 5/12 - Coupling devices having more than two ports
• H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables

Abstract

A ground block connector is provided by forming a slot in a protrusion of a housing for an electrical device. A compression bolt is screwed into a threaded hole in the protrusion into the slot, for captively retaining a U-shaped compression electrical contact in the slot, whereby movement of the screw in one direction moves the contact toward the bottom of the slot, for compressibly retaining an end of a ground wire between the bottom of the contact and bottom of the slot.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/648 - Protective earth or shield arrangements on coupling devices

Goods & Services

Broadband products for cable television systems, namely, rf amplifiers, rf directional couplers, rf horizontal splitters, and rf vertical splitters

Goods & Services

Electrical cable; optical fibers; fiber optic apparatus and devices; coaxial cable.

Goods & Services

Electrical cable; optical fibers; fiber optic apparatus and devices; coaxial cable.

Goods & Services

Electrical cable; optical fibers; fiber optic apparatus and devices; coaxial cable.

Goods & Services

Electrical cable; optical fibers; fiber optic apparatus and devices; coaxial cable.

Goods & Services

coaxial cable; coaxial drop cable for cable television; coaxial drop cable that is capable of carrying telephone signals and cable television signals

Goods & Services

coaxial cable for use in non-military cable television systems

Goods & Services

(1) Aerial coaxial drop cable with corrosion protectant.

Goods & Services

AERIAL COAXIAL DROP CABLE WITH CORROSION PROTECTANT, SOLD EXCLUSIVELY TO COMMERCIAL CABLE TELEVISION OPERATING SYSTEMS

Goods & Services

COAXIAL CABLES FOR USE IN NON-MILITARY CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEMS