TTSI - CATV Applications in Broadband Networks


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Last update:

11/08/2007

Fundamentals of Cable Television Systems

This three-day course explains the technical concepts of a broadband communications network. Content is focused on the convergence of multimedia communications on a single network infrastructure. Special focus is placed on cable television applications. Seminar participants analyze network architectures, hardware components, signal formats, and testing procedures.

Course Outline:

	Network Architecture and Signal Requirements
	Broadband networks - overview and applications
	Network architectures
	Signal formats and applications
	FCC requirements for CATV systems

Transmissions Media and Hardware:

	Coaxial cable theory and applications
	Coaxial cable connectors
	Passive coaxial devices
	Distribution system analysis
	Optical fiber theory and applications

Broadband Amplification and Network Powering:

	Amplifier types and characteristics
	Operating controls and setup
	Network configuration for broadband amplifiers
	Return Path Signals
	Network powering requirements

Headends, Hubs and Transmission Equipment

	Headend Functions
	Video signal sources and receiving equipment
	VSB signal processing
	Optical transmission and reception

Fundamentals of Cable Television Systems

Course Outline:

Transmissions Media and Hardware:

Broadband Amplification and Network Powering:

Headends, Hubs and Transmission Equipment

Length of Training: 3 days (18 hours)