A faceplate for a tap housing is disclosed, designed to enhance the operating frequency of a hardline tap by modifying the equivalent circuit configuration. The faceplate includes a plurality of taps electrically coupled to the input and output ports of the housing, along with a first finger and a second finger that respectively contact a first KS pin in the input port and a second KS pin in the output port when the faceplate is installed. These fingers introduce capacitive elements to the KS pins, converting the tap housing's equivalent circuit from a 2-pole Butterworth filter to a higher-order Butterworth filter, such as a 4-pole configuration, thereby extending frequency performance.. The invention also includes a hardline tap incorporating the faceplate and a method for upgrading existing taps by replacing the faceplate.
H03H 9/74 - Multiple-port networks for connecting several sources or loads, working on the same frequency or frequency band, to a common load or source
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
H01R 13/71 - Contact members of coupling parts operating as switch
H01R 24/46 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency comprising impedance matching means or electrical components, e.g. filters or switches comprising switches
H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
A faceplate for a tap housing is disclosed, designed to enhance the operating frequency of a hardline tap by modifying the equivalent circuit configuration. The faceplate includes a plurality of taps electrically coupled to the input and output ports of the housing, along with a first finger and a second finger that respectively contact a first KS pin in the input port and a second KS pin in the output port when the faceplate is installed. These fingers introduce capacitive elements to the KS pins, converting the tap housing's equivalent circuit from a 2-pole Butterworth filter to a higher-order Butterworth filter, such as a 4-pole configuration, thereby extending frequency performance.. The invention also includes a hardline tap incorporating the faceplate and a method for upgrading existing taps by replacing the faceplate.
H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
H01R 13/71 - Contact members of coupling parts operating as switch
H01R 24/46 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency comprising impedance matching means or electrical components, e.g. filters or switches comprising switches
H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
H03H 9/74 - Multiple-port networks for connecting several sources or loads, working on the same frequency or frequency band, to a common load or source
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
In one embodiment, a system includes a CATV node, a first device, and at least one micro distribution system. The CATV node transmits CATV RF signals to the first device, which converts the RF signals to optical signals. Each micro distribution system includes a micro node receiving the optical signals from the first device and converting the optical signals to RF signals. Each micro distribution system further includes at least two strings of taps independently coupled to the micro node and receiving the RF signals from the micro node. For each string of taps, the received RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps, while a powering signal is passed along the taps.
H04N 21/647 - Control signaling between network components and server or clientsNetwork processes for video distribution between server and clients, e.g. controlling the quality of the video stream, by dropping packets, protecting content from unauthorised alteration within the network, monitoring of network load or bridging between two different networks, e.g. between IP and wireless
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High frequency receptacle for cable TV pin connector
A pin connector receptacle for use with cable TV pin connectors is described. The receptacle has a cylindrical base that can accept a pin of a pin connector from any of four quadrants. The pin connector has a spring-loaded connection plate that grips a pin of a pin connector firmly in place against the cylindrical base.
H01R 13/187 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure the spring member being in the socket
H01R 24/50 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency mounted on a PCB [Printed Circuit Board]
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HIGH FREQUENCY UNINTERRUPTIBLE SIGNAL AND POWER BYPASS WITH ROCKER MECHANISM
A multi-tap distribution box for connection to a main coaxial line carrying high frequency and alternating current power signals, the multi-tap distribution box comprising a make before break jumper that ensures that connection between first and second main line coaxial connectors in the box is not interrupted when a cover of the box is removed.
H01R 13/703 - Structural association with built-in electrical component with built-in switch operated by engagement or disengagement of coupling parts
H01R 24/38 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts
H04B 3/54 - Systems for transmission via power distribution lines
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
8.
HIGH FREQUENCY RECEPTACLE FOR CABLE TV PIN CONNECTOR
A pin connector receptacle for use with cable TV pin connectors is described. The receptacle has a cylindrical base that can accept a pin of a pin connector from any of four quadrants. The pin connector has a spring-loaded connection plate that grips a pin of a pin connector firmly in place against the cylindrical base.
H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials
H01R 13/512 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by screw or screws
H01R 24/40 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency
H01R 24/64 - Sliding engagements with one side only, e.g. modular jack coupling devices for high frequency, e.g. RJ 45
H01R 25/16 - Rails or bus-bars provided with a plurality of discrete connecting locations for counterparts
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High frequency uninterruptible signal and power bypass with rocker mechanism
A multi-tap distribution box for connection to a main coaxial line carrying high frequency and alternating current power signals, the multi-tap distribution box comprising a make before break jumper that ensures that connection between first and second main line coaxial connectors in the box is not interrupted when a cover of the box is removed.
H01R 24/46 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency comprising impedance matching means or electrical components, e.g. filters or switches comprising switches
H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
H01R 13/70 - Structural association with built-in electrical component with built-in switch
In one embodiment, a system includes a first device that receives, from a cable television (CATV) node, first downstream and upstream CATV RF signals and converts them to downstream and upstream optical signals. The first device distributes the downstream and upstream optical signals separately from each other by using different fiber optic cables or different wavelengths. The system further includes at least one micro distribution system, each comprising a micro node and at least one string of taps. The micro node receives the downstream and upstream optical signals from the first device and converts them to second downstream and upstream CATV RF signals. For each string of taps, the received second downstream and upstream CATV RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps and blocked by a low pass filter (LPF), and the powering signal is passed along the taps and through the LPF.
H04N 21/647 - Control signaling between network components and server or clientsNetwork processes for video distribution between server and clients, e.g. controlling the quality of the video stream, by dropping packets, protecting content from unauthorised alteration within the network, monitoring of network load or bridging between two different networks, e.g. between IP and wireless
In one embodiment, a system includes a CATV node, a first device, and at least one micro distribution system. The CATV node transmits CATV RF signals to the first device, which converts the RF signals to optical signals. Each micro distribution system includes a micro node receiving the optical signals from the first device and converting the optical signals to RF signals. Each micro distribution system further includes at least two strings of taps independently coupled to the micro node and receiving the RF signals from the micro node. Each string of taps is terminated at an end by a low pass filter (LPF). For each string of taps, the received RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps and blocked by the LPF, while a powering signal is passed along the taps and through the LPF.
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A passive component for coupling to, and thereby tracking, an intermediary device within a cable television system is disclosed. The passive component includes a tracking circuit separate in functionality from an existing circuit of the intermediary device. The tracking circuit, which is unpowered and uncontrolled, receives a first signal from a first device in the cable television system, modifies the first signal to create a modified signal, and passes the modified first signal to a second device in the cable television system, the second device being configured to determine a type for the intermediary device based on the modification to the first signal. The first device is one of a cable modem or a CMTS, and the second device is the other of the cable modem and the CMTS.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Broadband CATV line communication systems for transferring broadband data over electrical CATV lines, comprised of computer hardware, downloadable software and modems; Downloadable network access server operating software; Downloadable LAN (local area network) operating software; Downloadable WAN (wide area network) operating software
In one embodiment, a system includes a CATV node, a first device, and at least one micro distribution system. The CATV node transmits CATV RF signals to the first device, which converts the RF signals to optical signals. Each micro distribution system includes a micro node receiving the optical signals from the first device and converting the optical signals to RF signals. Each micro distribution system further includes at least two strings of taps independently coupled to the micro node and receiving the RF signals from the micro node. Each string of taps is terminated at an end by a low pass filter (LPF). For each string of taps, the received RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps and blocked by the LPF, while a powering signal is passed along the taps and through the LPF.
In one embodiment, a system includes a CATV node, a first device, and at least one micro distribution system. The CATV node transmits CATV RF signals to the first device, which converts the RF signals to optical signals. Each micro distribution system includes a micro node receiving the optical signals from the first device and converting the optical signals to RF signals. Each micro distribution system further includes at least two strings of taps independently coupled to the micro node and receiving the RF signals from the micro node. Each string of taps is terminated at an end by a low pass filter (LPF). For each string of taps, the received RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps and blocked by the LPF, while a powering signal is passed along the taps and through the LPF.
In one embodiment, a system includes a CATV node, a first device, and at least one micro distribution system. The CATV node transmits CATV RF signals to the first device, which converts the RF signals to optical signals. Each micro distribution system includes a micro node receiving the optical signals from the first device and converting the optical signals to RF signals. Each micro distribution system further includes at least two strings of taps independently coupled to the micro node and receiving the RF signals from the micro node. Each string of taps is terminated at an end by a low pass filter (LPF). For each string of taps, the received RF signals are passed from the micro node along the taps and blocked by the LPF, while a powering signal is passed along the taps and through the LPF.
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A directional coupler includes an input connector, an output connector, and at least one tap connector. The directional coupler also includes a primary line connecting the input connector to the output connector and configured to carry an RF signal and an AC signal, and a secondary line connecting the primary line to the at least one tap connector and configured to carry a split off portion of the RF signal. The directional coupler also includes a tapped line circuit which is inhibited from carrying the AC signal. The mainline transformer includes a ferrite element surrounding the primary line and which is split in at least one location to include a gap of non-magnetic material that inhibits saturation of the ferrite element.
H01P 5/18 - Conjugate devices, i.e. devices having at least one port decoupled from one other port consisting of two coupled guides, e.g. directional couplers
In one embodiment, a fiber optic connector assembly is provided that includes an adapter defining a first through opening in which a coupler is arranged. A sleeve defines a second through opening dimensioned to receive the adapter, and the sleeve includes a first threading on an axial end. The first threading is configured to matingly engage with a corresponding second threading defined within an opening of a junction housing. A retention assembly is provided between the adapter and the sleeve, and the retention assembly axially fixes the adapter relative to the sleeve such that the adapter is rotatable relative to the sleeve. The embodiments disclosed herein generally protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI), shield against radiofrequency (RF) signals, prevent attenuation of fiber optic cables due to varying rotational capability, and protect the connector assembly from debris and moisture.
A system, method, and/or apparatus may track an intermediary device within a communications system. For example, a first signal may be transmitted from a first device in a communications system to the intermediary device in the communications system. The first signal from the first device may be modified (e.g., by a passive component of the intermediary device) to create a modified signal. The modified signal may be passed by the intermediary device to a second device in the communications system. The second device may be upstream or downstream from the first device and the intermediary device in the communications system. A type for the intermediary device may be determined based on the modification to the first signal. The second device may be configured to determine an identify of the first device associated with the intermediary device.
The present invention provides for eliminating the requirement for cable modems and routers to be installed in subscribers homes, and/or establishments, by instead including the cable modems and routers in a CATV provider's main distribution line, for sharing amongst a plurality of subscriber homes and/or establishments.
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A directional coupler includes an input connector, an output connector, and at least one tap connector. The directional coupler also includes a primary line connecting the input connector to the output connector and configured to carry an RF signal and an AC signal, and a secondary line connecting the primary line to the at least one tap connector and configured to carry a split off portion of the RF signal. The directional coupler also includes a tapped line circuit which is inhibited from carrying the AC signal. The mainline transformer includes a ferrite element surrounding the primary line and which is split in at least one location to include a gap of non-magnetic material that inhibits saturation of the ferrite element.
H01P 5/18 - Conjugate devices, i.e. devices having at least one port decoupled from one other port consisting of two coupled guides, e.g. directional couplers
H01P 5/12 - Coupling devices having more than two ports
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POWER PASSING DIRECTIONAL COUPLER HAVING A SPLIT FERRITE ELEMENT
A directional coupler includes an input connector, an output connector, and at least one tap connector. The directional coupler also includes a primary line connecting the input connector to the output connector and configured to carry an RF signal and an AC signal, and a secondary line connecting the primary line to the at least one tap connector and configured to carry a split off portion of the RF signal. The directional coupler also includes a tapped line circuit which is inhibited from carrying the AC signal. The mainline transformer includes a ferrite element surrounding the primary line and which is split in at least one location to include a gap of non-magnetic material that inhibits saturation of the ferrite element.
H01P 5/12 - Coupling devices having more than two ports
H01P 5/18 - Conjugate devices, i.e. devices having at least one port decoupled from one other port consisting of two coupled guides, e.g. directional couplers
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Bonding block with rotatable compression ground contact
A bonding block has a block body configured to be secured to a structure, a threaded hole extending in an axial direction, and a ground wire channel extending through the threaded hole in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction. The bonding block also has a screw assembly having a screw and a contacting element having a substantially flat first contact surface. The contacting element is rotatable relative to the screw such that the contacting element traverses axially without rotating while the screw is tightened in the threaded hole. The block body has a substantially flat second contact surface positioned at a bottom of the threaded hole and the ground wire channel. The screw assembly compresses a ground wire extending through the ground wire channel between the first contact surface and the second contact surface as the screw is tightened in the threaded hole.
In one embodiment, a system for providing data communication services includes a cable television (CATV) tap operably coupled to a CATV network, the CATV tap comprising a tap transceiver. Further, a CATV gateway device is operably coupled to the CATV tap and includes a gateway modem using a first communications standard to communicate with the CATV network, and a gateway transceiver operably coupled to the gateway modem and configured to communicate with the tap transceiver. The system further includes a first device operably coupled to the CATV tap and configured to send or receive device data. The device data includes control data for controlling the first device or monitoring data generated by the first device. The tap transceiver of the CATV tap is configured to communicate the device data between the first device and the gateway transceiver.
H04N 21/222 - Secondary servers, e.g. proxy server or cable television Head-end
H04N 7/12 - Systems in which the television signal is transmitted via one channel or a plurality of parallel channels, the bandwidth of each channel being less than the bandwidth of the television signal
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
The present invention provides for eliminating the requirement for cable modems and routers to be installed in CATV system subscriber homes, and/or establishments, by instead including the cable modems and routers in a CATV provider's main distribution line, for sharing amongst a plurality of subscriber homes and/or establishments.
H04N 21/647 - Control signaling between network components and server or clientsNetwork processes for video distribution between server and clients, e.g. controlling the quality of the video stream, by dropping packets, protecting content from unauthorised alteration within the network, monitoring of network load or bridging between two different networks, e.g. between IP and wireless
In one embodiment, a system for providing data communication services includes a cable television (CATV) tap-off device including a signal splitter communicably coupled to a tap-off access point and a first signal transceiver, the CATV tap-off device being configured to communicate a CATV signal with a CATV network through the splitter; and a CATV gateway device communicably coupled to the signal splitter through a first coaxial cable to communicate the CATV signal with the CATV tap-off device. The CATV gateway device is configured to split the CATV signal into a television signal and a baseband data signal. A second signal transceiver of the CATV gateway device is configured to communicate the baseband data signal as a transceiver signal over the first coaxial cable to the first signal transceiver. The tap-off access point is configured to wirelessly transmit a first wireless signal based on the transceiver signal.
H04N 7/12 - Systems in which the television signal is transmitted via one channel or a plurality of parallel channels, the bandwidth of each channel being less than the bandwidth of the television signal
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Broadband power line communication systems for transferring broadband data over electrical power lines, comprised of computer hardware, software and modems; Broadband wireless equipment, namely, telecommunications base station equipment for cellular and fixed networking and communications applications; Network access server operating software; Computer network bridges; Computer network hubs, switches and routers; Computer network server; Computer hardware, namely, wireless network extenders; Computer hardware, namely, wireless network repeaters; Computers for network management; LAN (local area network) access points for connecting network computer users; LAN (local area network) operating software; USB dongles being wireless network adaptors; WAN (wide area network) operating software; Wide area network (WAN) routers; Wireless broadband radios; Wireless adapters used to link computers to a telecommunications network
The present invention provides for eliminating the requirement for cable modems and routers to be installed in CATV system subscriber homes, and/or establishments, by instead including the cable modems and routers in a CATV provider's main distribution line, for sharing amongst a plurality of subscriber homes and/or establishments.
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System and method for providing data communication services through a CATV tap-off device
A system for providing data communication services includes a cable television (CATV) tap-off device and a CATV gateway device. The tap-off device includes a signal splitter communicably coupled to a tap-off access point and a first signal transceiver and communicates a CATV signal with a CATV network through the splitter. The gateway device is communicably coupled to the signal splitter through a first coaxial cable to communicate the CATV signal with the tap-off device. The gateway device includes a second signal transceiver and is configured to split the CATV signal into a television signal and a baseband data signal. The second signal transceiver communicates the baseband data signal as a transceiver signal over the first coaxial cable to the first signal transceiver. The tap-off access point is configured to transmit a first wireless signal based on the transceiver signal.
H04N 7/12 - Systems in which the television signal is transmitted via one channel or a plurality of parallel channels, the bandwidth of each channel being less than the bandwidth of the television signal
H04N 21/222 - Secondary servers, e.g. proxy server or cable television Head-end
H04N 7/10 - Adaptations for transmission by electrical cable
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Ground maintaining auto seizing coaxial cable connector
A coaxial cable female connector for inclusion in a port of a device or outer shell of a cable connector, includes a centrally located female pin within a pin carrier, the pin has an upper portion with two opposing resilient arms configured for receiving the central pin of a mating male connector. A non-electrically conductive cap is partially covered with an electrically conductive coating, and configured for seating upon said pin carrier, and for maintaining a ground or electrical connection between a shell of a male connector mated to a shell of the female connector, even if the male connector mating to the female connector loosens.
High frequency signals and power carried in a main cable delivering the same to a device are insured continuance flow within the main cable through use of a shorting bypass bar assembly in the device that is activated to electrically connect input and output ports of the device whenever the cover of the device is removed for servicing, for insuring continuity of the signal and power flow through the main cable. The shorting bypass bar itself is electrically connected to ground whenever the cover of the device is installed and the shorting bypass bar is disabled. Also, printed circuit board connectors for coupling to the input and output ports of the device to conduct signals from the input port into a PCB board for processing, and for delivering signals and power back into the main cable from another PCB board connector, include RF shielding, and the minimization of the size of the electrically interconnecting components both on the PCB connectors, and on the shorting bypass bar for maintaining a 75 ohm impedance at all times for electrical signals having frequencies ranging from less than to at least 3 GHz.
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Goods & Services
(1) Electronic devices and hardware namely, clamps, grounding straps and blocks, feed throughs, receptacle plates, tap brackets, amplifiers used to increase the signal level of radio frequency, telecommunication signals, cable television signals, satellite signals, and audio signals, attenuator pads, band separators used to separate radio frequency signals and to impedance match these frequency bands to their transmissions, block converters used to convert a band of radio frequency signals from one frequency to another frequency, coaxial cable switches, couplers, indoor and outdoor hybrid splitters used to split or combine two or more radio frequency signals, matching transformers used to match the impedance of 300 ohm requirements to 75 ohm coaxial cable, wall plates, high pass filter, low pass filters, band pass filters, band reject filters, and combination of the foregoing used to shape radio frequency response of a cable television system or a satellite system, A/B switches and taps used to split or combine two or more radio frequency signals at different ratios.
