76.605(a)(5)(ii)

Fact


(5) The visual signal level on each channel, as measured at the end of a 30 meter cable drop that is connected to the subscriber tap, shall not vary more than 8 decibels within any six-month interval which must include four tests performed in six-hour increments during a 24-hour period in July or August and during a 24-hour period in January or February, and shall be maintained within:

(ii) 10 dB of the visual signal level on any other channel on a cable television system of up to 300 MHz of cable distribution system upper frequency limit, with a 1 dB increase for each additional 100 MHz of cable distribution system upper frequency limit (e.g., 11 dB for a system at 301-400 MHz; 12 dB for a system at 401-500 MHz, etc.)

Myths


"I need 10dB of tilt out of my my next amp..."

The rules don't cover design problems, these levels are measured at subcriber's terminals and taps.76.601describes where to look for these tests.

Measurements

There are several types of meters on the market today to make these types of
measurements. 76.609(a)provides some suggestions on how to perform
other tests and 76.601(a)(1)provides test point and data collection information.

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