Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A connecting port assembly of an electrical device comprises an internally threaded female port formed from a portion of a housing of an electrical device, where the female port is configured for threaded engagement with an externally threaded male coaxial cable connecting element.

Abstract: In junction boxes for coupling T.V. signals and low frequency power waves on a coax line to a plurality of users, the T.V. signals are coupled via connections in a first compartment to a plurality of coax cables, and the low frequency power wave are coupled via low pass-filters to IDC connections in a second compartment.Leads from users are passed through a chamber on the wall of the second compartment containing a self-healing, self-supporting insulating substance and attached to the IDC connectors. The IDC connectors permit the lead to be paired through them so that an installer can know when the leads are properly partitioned.

Abstract: In junction boxes for coupling T.V. signals and low frequency power waves on a coax line to a plurality of users, the T.V. signals are coupled via connections in a first compartment to a plurality of coax cables, and the low frequency power wave are coupled via low pass-filters to IDC connections in a second compartment.Leads from users are passed through a chamber on the wall of the second compartment containing a self-healing, self-supporting insulating substance and attached to the IDC connectors. The IDC connectors permit the lead to be paired through them so that an installer can know when the leads are properly partitioned.