Modern cable TV broadband network design, construction, commissioning and maintenance

Author: Gong Zhixing
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Publish Date: 2001-09-01
Features: This book provides a detailed introduction to the design, construction, testing, and maintenance methods of modern cable TV broadband integrated networks. From a practical perspective, it offers in-depth yet accessible discussions on newer technical issues such as optical fiber transmission systems, the Internet, IP networks, multimedia broadband networks, SDH networks, ATM networks, HFC networks, AHFC networks, SDV networks, IDV networks, and interactive TV networks. The book is divided into six chapters:
Chapter 1 outlines the overall picture of modern cable TV broadband integrated networks, giving readers a clear understanding of the structure, principles, functions, and characteristics of broadband integrated networks, as well as multimedia technologies involved. It also includes a brief analysis of traditional cable TV systems and the development of cable TV;
Chapter 2 introduces the headend systems, focusing primarily on the discussion of in-channel headends, intelligent headends, and encryption/decryption systems;
Chapter 3 elaborates on the transmission and distribution systems, highlighting the different transmission effects and features of three distinct media: optical fiber, microwave, and coaxial cable;
Chapter 4 covers the structure, functions, and scalability/flexibility of various broadband network designs for carrying multiple services;
Chapter 5 explains the design principles and methods for each system and network within the modern cable TV broadband integrated network (including design examples);
Chapter 6 details the construction, testing, and maintenance techniques for the systems and networks in modern cable TV broadband integrated networks.
This book is suitable for professionals working in broadcasting and communication technologies, as well as serving as a textbook for cable TV training programs or reference material for students and faculty in related fields at institutions of higher education.