Physical layer characterization of hybrid fibre coax (HFC) networks

Authors
Moeyaert, V Froidure, JC Blondel, M
Citation
V. Moeyaert et al., Physical layer characterization of hybrid fibre coax (HFC) networks, ANN TELECOM, 54(5-6), 1999, pp. 259-266
Citations number
12
Categorie Soggetti
Information Tecnology & Communication Systems
Journal title
ANNALES DES TELECOMMUNICATIONS-ANNALS OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ISSN journal
00034347 → ACNP
Volume
54
Issue
5-6
Year of publication
1999
Pages
259 - 266
Database
ISI
SICI code
0003-4347(199905/06)54:5-6<259:PLCOHF>2.0.ZU;2-2
Abstract
This paper reviews the future prospects of cable television networks throug h their evolution towards HFC topology. This upgrade will allow cable opera tors to provide full broadband bi-directional communications (image, data a nd voice) and generate new revenues from their existing network. This artic le focuses on: what is an HFC topology, what are the relevant parameters to characterize its physical layer; what are the technological key issues and future trends?