Progression: Maintenance Tech I - II Conventional /
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In the tree-and-branch architecture, how is Within each trunk amplifier, a portion of
the downstream signal from the trunk fed to the downstream is fed to a bridger
the distribution branches? amplifier to boost the signal before being
split and routed to the distribution
branches.
What is a common solution when congestion Node splitting, the subdividing of serving
from modem activity and traffic becomes areas into two or more smaller serving
unacceptable in a hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) areas.
network?
What technologies are defined in DOCSIS 4.0 to Full Duplex DOCSIS (FDX) and Extended
help sustain the hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) network Spectrum DOCSIS (ESD).
infrastructure for several more years?
The legend at the bottom of the
network design map that defines the
How can a lessexperienced technician identify map symbols, cable types, and
what nonstandard symbols on the network amplifier data.
design maps represent?
What is the RF distribution The signal loss between the tap downstream input port and
tap value indicated on the the tap ports.
tap face plate by a sticker or
number stamped into the
housing?
,How can a distribution The distribution amplifier has multiple downstream outputs.
amplifier be identified in
the network or on a
network design map?
What is spliced into the A power inserter.
hardline coaxial cable to
combine the AC power with
the transported RF signal in a
hybrid fiber/coax (HFC)
network?
What test instrument sends Time domain reflectometer (TDR)
out a test signal and displays
any reflections caused by
impedance mismatches in
the cable that are
characteristic of cable faults?
What should you be looking The device common to those customers affected before
for when analyzing the traveling to make signal status checks.
network design maps to
troubleshoot a problem?
Being observant and performing some minor tasks while
What is required for engaged in regularly scheduled activities.
checking the physical
network integrity when
maintaining the coaxial
cable network?
Which of the following Interference with aeronautical navigation and
problem(s) are caused by communication, amateur radio, public service, and
egress from a hybrid cellular communications.
fiber/coax (HFC) network?
, What leakage level must be Leaks 20 microvolts per meter (μV/m) or higher measured 10
entered in the leakage log? feet from the cable.
Which is a benefit of an Decreased ingress-related service calls.
aggressive signal leakage
policy?
What is done for leak The leak level is likely 20 μV/m or higher when
measuring 1.25 microvolts measured 10 feet from the cable and must be fixed and
per meter (μV/m) from recorded in the leakage log.
about 160 feet away from
the coaxial cable network?
If the leakage detector 112 uV/m.
indicates there is a leak and
displays a reading of 14
microvolts per meter (uV/m)
measured at 80 feet from a
possible leak source, what is
the approximate calculated
level of the leak from 10
feet?
The dipole antenna is directional and picks up the strongest
When using the signal that is at a right angle, or perpendicular to the antenna
triangulation technique to elements.
find the source of a leak,
why is a dipole antenna
used?
When trying to find the Reduce the sensitivity of the leakage detector or even
source of a very strong remove the antenna and allow the connector alone to pick
leakage signal, what up the leakage signal.
should be done?
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Guaranteed Pass | Newest Update, 2025-2026.
Terms in this set (120)
In the tree-and-branch architecture, how is Within each trunk amplifier, a portion of
the downstream signal from the trunk fed to the downstream is fed to a bridger
the distribution branches? amplifier to boost the signal before being
split and routed to the distribution
branches.
What is a common solution when congestion Node splitting, the subdividing of serving
from modem activity and traffic becomes areas into two or more smaller serving
unacceptable in a hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) areas.
network?
What technologies are defined in DOCSIS 4.0 to Full Duplex DOCSIS (FDX) and Extended
help sustain the hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) network Spectrum DOCSIS (ESD).
infrastructure for several more years?
The legend at the bottom of the
network design map that defines the
How can a lessexperienced technician identify map symbols, cable types, and
what nonstandard symbols on the network amplifier data.
design maps represent?
What is the RF distribution The signal loss between the tap downstream input port and
tap value indicated on the the tap ports.
tap face plate by a sticker or
number stamped into the
housing?
,How can a distribution The distribution amplifier has multiple downstream outputs.
amplifier be identified in
the network or on a
network design map?
What is spliced into the A power inserter.
hardline coaxial cable to
combine the AC power with
the transported RF signal in a
hybrid fiber/coax (HFC)
network?
What test instrument sends Time domain reflectometer (TDR)
out a test signal and displays
any reflections caused by
impedance mismatches in
the cable that are
characteristic of cable faults?
What should you be looking The device common to those customers affected before
for when analyzing the traveling to make signal status checks.
network design maps to
troubleshoot a problem?
Being observant and performing some minor tasks while
What is required for engaged in regularly scheduled activities.
checking the physical
network integrity when
maintaining the coaxial
cable network?
Which of the following Interference with aeronautical navigation and
problem(s) are caused by communication, amateur radio, public service, and
egress from a hybrid cellular communications.
fiber/coax (HFC) network?
, What leakage level must be Leaks 20 microvolts per meter (μV/m) or higher measured 10
entered in the leakage log? feet from the cable.
Which is a benefit of an Decreased ingress-related service calls.
aggressive signal leakage
policy?
What is done for leak The leak level is likely 20 μV/m or higher when
measuring 1.25 microvolts measured 10 feet from the cable and must be fixed and
per meter (μV/m) from recorded in the leakage log.
about 160 feet away from
the coaxial cable network?
If the leakage detector 112 uV/m.
indicates there is a leak and
displays a reading of 14
microvolts per meter (uV/m)
measured at 80 feet from a
possible leak source, what is
the approximate calculated
level of the leak from 10
feet?
The dipole antenna is directional and picks up the strongest
When using the signal that is at a right angle, or perpendicular to the antenna
triangulation technique to elements.
find the source of a leak,
why is a dipole antenna
used?
When trying to find the Reduce the sensitivity of the leakage detector or even
source of a very strong remove the antenna and allow the connector alone to pick
leakage signal, what up the leakage signal.
should be done?
