Re: F-plug need to be fully tightened?

phil-news-nospam@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 wrote:
> 
> Tell that to the cable guy.  They always tighten those things to the
extreme.
> Maybe that's a good thing outside.  But I've had to use big wrenches to
get
> them off after the cable guy leaves.  Maybe they think its a means to
keep
> me from using a pirate box?


    Another field you don't know anything about, Phil. I worked as the
engineer for a major MSO years ago. I was responsible for all the
electronics in CATV systems scattered all over the US. You are a ham
radio operator, and should be familiar with CFR 47.  There are a lot of
regulations in there concerning CATV equipment & installations.  CATV
systems share some frequencies with air****ts and commercial airliners.

   It is required by the FCC.  The cable company is responsible for any
RF radiation from their system, from their antennas, to every TV they
provide their service to.  Most commercial grade 'F' connectors had a
specification of 1/8 to 1/6 turn after finger tight to meet the
radiation & ingression specification.  If they detect leakage they have
to find the source.  If it is from inside your house and you either
aren't home or won't let them in, they are required to disconnect your
service until all repairs are made.

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