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  • ) ) ) File Number EB-07-SE-351 NAL/Acct. No. 200932100001 FRN 0016034050 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Cox Communications, Inc. (``Cox'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Specifically, Cox apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October
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  • APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable (``Oceanic Kauai''), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Kauai, ``TWC'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Kauai cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Kauai apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November
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  • APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable (``Oceanic Oahu''), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Oahu, ``TWC'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Oahu Central cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Oahu apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on
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  • (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • (``Rules''). Specifically, Cox violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October 16, 2007, Cox violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640.(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that Cox is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct Cox to comply with the
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  • Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Kauai Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • at 202-418-0530 (voice), 202-418-0432 (TTY). You may also contact the Enforcement Bureau on its TTY line at 202-418-1148 for further information about this Enforcement Advisory, or the FCC on its TTY line at 1-888-Tell-FCC (1-888-835-5322). Issued by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau -FCC- CableCARDs are referred to in the Federal Communications Commission's rules as point-of-deployment modules (``PODs''). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b). The rule sections affected by the amendments include 47 C.F.R. §§ 76.640, 76.1201-05, and 76.1602. As described below, the requirement to permit self-installation takes effect for some cable operators on November 1, 2011. See Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Third Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration, 25 FCC Rcd 14657, 14672 ¶ 28 (2010)
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  • advanced written notice before implementing a service change consisting of the migration of certain channels to an SDV platform on September 24, 2007. On October 15, 2008, the Bureau issued additional Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture against TWC and Cox finding that their migration of programming to an SDV platform in certain cable systems apparently violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's rules. Section 76.1201 prohibits a Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (``MVPD'') from preventing ``the connection or use of navigation devices to or with its ... system, except in those circumstances where electronic or physical harm would be caused by the attachment or operation of such devices or such devices may be used to assist or are intended or
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  • of Time Warner Cable, Inc., Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System; Cox Communications, Inc., Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System; File Nos. EB-07-SE-351, EB-07-SE-352; NAL/Acct. Nos. 200832100074, 200932100001, 200932100002, 200932100003, 200932100008, 200932100022, and 200932100023; Order on Review The Commission through this Order appropriately determines that the migration of programming to a switched digital video (``SDV'') platform does not violate Sections 76.1201 or 76.640(b) of our rules. Deployment of SDV technology to deliver video programming is consistent with the plain language of the regulations. It also can serve the public interest by allowing cable operators to comply with the Commission's ``viewability'' rules and deliver more programming options, including HD channels and niche programming, without displacing significant numbers of existing channels. I only concur, however,
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  • of Point of Deployment Modules for Cox Cable Systems Serving Pauls Valley and Chickasha, Oklahoma ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) CSR-6332-Z Adopted: July 13, 2004 Released: July 14, 2004 By the Chief, Media Bureau: INTRODUCTION Cox Communications, Inc. (``Cox'') has filed the above-captioned petition for special relief (``Petition''), seeking a six-month waiver of Section 76.640(b) of the Commission's rules with respect to cable systems serving Pauls Valley, Wynnewood, and Chickasha, Oklahoma. Section 76.640(b) requires that by July 1, 2004, cable operators must support unidirectional digital cable products by providing to subscribers point-of-deployment modules (``PODs'') and related services that meet certain technical specifications. No oppositions to the Petition were filed. For the reasons stated below, we
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  • Light and ) Petition for Permanent Relief ) ) ) ) ) ) ) CSR-6355-Z Adopted: August 17, 2004 Released: August 18, 2004 By the Chief, Media Bureau: INTRODUCTION BellSouth Interactive Media Services, LLC, and its parent company, BellSouth Entertainment, LLC (collectively, ``BellSouth''), have filed the above-captioned petition for special relief (``Petition''), seeking a permanent waiver of Sections 76.602 and 76.640 of the Commission's rules with respect to BellSouth's cable systems in south Florida and Atlanta, Georgia. Section 76.640 requires that by July 1, 2004, cable operators must support unidirectional digital cable products by providing to subscribers point-of-deployment modules (``PODs'') and related services that meet certain technical specifications. No oppositions to the Petition were filed. For the reasons stated below, we
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  • Request at 25. Id. at 26 (citing Linda Moss, DirecTV Opts for a Leasing Model, Multichannel News, Jan. 23, 2006). Waiver Request at 32 (citing 47 U.S.C. § 547(c)). See also Verizon's Petition for Waiver of the Set-Top Box Integration Ban, 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1), CSR-7042Z (filed July 10, 2006). Waiver Request at 33. Id. at 34, 47 C.F.R. § 76.640. Waiver Request at 35-36 (citing 2005 Deferral Order, 20 FCC Rcd. At 6814-15, ¶ 39). Waiver Request at 36-37. Request for Waiver of 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1) Filed with the Commission, DA 06-2557 (MB rel. Oct. 31, 2006) (Public Notice). ACA Comments at 5. Cisco Comments at 3, Motorola Comments at 4. Motorola Comments at 4, Letter from Rob Horton,
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  • they are not requesting a permanent waiver from compliance with the Commission's rules, and that the Commission has ``recognized that small rural video operators, by virtue of their unique circumstances, face special difficulties in complying with the July 1, 2007 deadline for separate security.'' The INS Providers maintain that, in contrast to CEA's assertions, they are not required under Section 76.640 of the Commission's rules ``to provide and support the operation of CableCARDS since their systems rely on an all-digital video distribution network, and do not use QAM modulation for transporting programs and services from its headend to receiving devices. The INS Providers further state that ``[t]he Commission has already recognized that video operators may comply with the integration ban by
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  • redesign the boxes at great expense, and that those costs would be passed along to consumers. Comcast also contends that grant of the Waiver Request under Section 629(c) would be consistent with Commission precedent. In support of this claim, Comcast cites the BellSouth Waiver Order, in which we considered BellSouth's request for a waiver pursuant to Section 629(c) of Section 76.640 of the Commission's rules. Section 76.640 requires cable operators to ``support unidirectional digital cable products by providing to subscribers [CableCARDs] and related services that meet certain technical specifications.'' Comcast contends that the relief granted in the BellSouth Waiver Order is indistinguishable from the relief Comcast seeks in its instant request. Comments The Waiver Request was placed on public notice for
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  • ) ) ) File Number EB-07-SE-351 NAL/Acct. No. 200932100001 FRN 0016034050 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Cox Communications, Inc. (``Cox'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Specifically, Cox apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October
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  • APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable (``Oceanic Kauai''), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Kauai, ``TWC'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Kauai cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Kauai apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November
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  • APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order (``NAL and Order''), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable (``Oceanic Oahu''), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Oahu, ``TWC'') apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Oahu Central cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Oahu apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on
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  • (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • (``Rules''). Specifically, Cox violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October 16, 2007, Cox violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640.(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that Cox is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct Cox to comply with the
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  • Rules (``Rules'') in its Oceanic Kauai Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video (``SDV'') platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products (``UDCPs'') from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • to include such capabilities.''). Evolution Order at ¶ 15, n.43 (citing 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1)). Our plug-and-play rules apply to cable operators, and we remind cable operators who deploy the Subject Boxes that they ultimately are responsible for compliance with our rules (e.g., making available and supporting CableCARDs; using CableCARDs in all devices except for the Subject Boxes; complying with 76.640 of the Commission's rules; etc.). See, e.g., Pace Micro Technology PLC, 19 FCC Rcd 1945, 1947 (MB 2004) (reminding cable operators that despite an equipment-related waiver granted to an equipment manufacturer, cable operators are ultimately responsible for compliance with our rules). Federal Communications Commission DA 09-1854 ° “    j 0 k UŒ‡@‡F‡@ # # # ( H
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  • Order, 24 FCC Rcd at 7897, ¶ 15, n.43 (citing 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1)). Id. Our plug-and-play rules apply to cable operators, and we remind cable operators who deploy the Subject Boxes that they ultimately are responsible for compliance with our rules (e.g., making available and supporting CableCARDs; using CableCARDs in all devices except for the Subject Boxes; complying with 76.640 of the Commission's rules; etc.). See, e.g., Pace Micro Technology PLC, 19 FCC Rcd 1945, 1947 (MB 2004) (reminding cable operators that despite an equipment-related waiver granted to an equipment manufacturer, cable operators are ultimately responsible for compliance with our rules). Federal Communications Commission DA 09-2164 8 < ¤ „    œ ž ² €„ 0 ž ²
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  • COMMENT ON INTEL'S REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF THE IEEE-1394 OUTPUT REQUIREMENT CS Docket No. 97-80 / CSR-8229-Z Comment Date: November 30, 2009 Reply Comment Date: December 10, 2009 Intel Corporation (``Intel'') has filed a request pursuant to Sections 629(a) and 629(c) of the Communications Act and 1.3, 76.7, and 76.1207 of the Commission's rules for waiver of part of Section 76.640(b)(4)(ii) of the Commission's rules. Section 76.640(b)(4)(ii) requires cable operators to include a DVI or HDMI interface and an IEEE 1394 interface on all high definition set-top boxes (``STBs'') that they acquire for distribution to customers. Intel seeks waiver of this rule section with respect to the IEEE 1394 interface requirement on behalf of cable operators who wish to deploy STBs
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  • Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit Before the Federal Communications Commission Washington, D.C. 20554 In the Matter of: Intel Corporation's Request for Waiver of Section 76.640(b)(4) of the Commission's Rules Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Commercial Availability of Navigation Devices ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) CSR-8229-Z CS Docket No. 97-80 ORDER Adopted: November 23, 2009 Released: November 23, 2009 Comment Date: December 10, 2009 Reply Comment Date: December 21, 2009 By the Senior Deputy Chief, Policy Division, Media
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  • Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit Before the Federal Communications Commission Washington, D.C. 20554 In the Matter of Intel Corporation Motorola, Inc. TiVo, Inc. Requests for Waiver of Section 76.640(b)(4)(ii) of the Commission's Rules ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) CSR-8229-Z CSR-8251-Z CSR-8252-Z MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: June 18, 2010 Released: June 18, 2010 By the Chief, Media Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Order, we grant limited interim waivers of the requirement that cable operators include an IEEE 1394 interface on all high-definition set-top boxes that
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  • at 6813, ¶ 37. Evolution Order at ¶ 15, n.43 (citing 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1)). Our plug-and-play rules apply to cable operators, and we remind cable operators who deploy the Subject Boxes that they ultimately are responsible for compliance with our rules (e.g., making available and supporting CableCARDs; using CableCARDs in all devices except for the Subject Boxes; complying with 76.640 of the Commission's rules; etc.). See, e.g., Pace Micro Technology PLC, 19 FCC Rcd 1945, 1947 (MB 2004) (reminding cable operators that despite an equipment-related waiver granted to an equipment manufacturer, cable operators are ultimately responsible for compliance with our rules). Federal Communications Commission DA 10-227  ”      W 0 āf UŒ‡@‡F‡@ # ( H
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  • at 6813, ¶ 37. Evolution Order at ¶ 15, n.43 (citing 47 C.F.R. § 76.1204(a)(1)). Our plug-and-play rules apply to cable operators, and we remind cable operators who deploy the Subject Boxes that they ultimately are responsible for compliance with our rules (e.g., making available and supporting CableCARDs; using CableCARDs in all devices except for the Subject Boxes; complying with 76.640 of the Commission's rules; etc.). See, e.g., Pace Micro Technology PLC, 19 FCC Rcd 1945, 1947 (MB 2004) (reminding cable operators that despite an equipment-related waiver granted to an equipment manufacturer, cable operators are ultimately responsible for compliance with our rules). Federal Communications Commission DA 10-464 * . - -      Ž ŗ 0 ŗ ŗ
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  • become effective immediately upon announcement in the Federal Register of approval from the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB''). The Federal Register published the Order on July 8, 2011 and the notice of OMB's approval of the information collections on July 25, 2011. The rules adopted in the Order are effective on August 8, 2011, with two exceptions. First, Section 76.640(b)(4)(iii), which requires cable operators to include a home networking output on high-definition set-top boxes (except for unidirectional, non-recording set-top boxes), has an effective date of December 1, 2012. Second, and only with respect to operators that did not previously offer self install for leased boxes or cable modems and needed time to establish the necessary customer support infrastructure, Section 76.1205(b)(1)'s
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  • at 202-418-0530 (voice), 202-418-0432 (TTY). You may also contact the Enforcement Bureau on its TTY line at 202-418-1148 for further information about this Enforcement Advisory, or the FCC on its TTY line at 1-888-Tell-FCC (1-888-835-5322). Issued by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau -FCC- CableCARDs are referred to in the Federal Communications Commission's rules as point-of-deployment modules (``PODs''). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b). The rule sections affected by the amendments include 47 C.F.R. §§ 76.640, 76.1201-05, and 76.1602. As described below, the requirement to permit self-installation takes effect for some cable operators on November 1, 2011. See Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Third Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration, 25 FCC Rcd 14657, 14672 ¶ 28 (2010)
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  • and Harms of Bundling at the Retail Level a. Consumer Choice and Rates " 47 U.S.C. 0 544A(a)(4). 72 Compatibility Between Cable Systems and Consumer Electronics Equipment, 15 FCC Rcd 17568 (2000) ("Digital Compatibility Report and Order"); compatibility Between Cable Systems and Consumer Electronics Equipment, 18 FCC Rcd 20885 (2003) ("Digital Compatibility Second Report and Order"); 47 C.F.R. 80 15.123, 76.640,76.190 et. seq. 73 47 C.F.R. 6 76.640(b). The PN specifically sought comment on the impact an a la carte and themed-tier requirement would have on the uni-directional plug-and-play regulations, and on the ongoing discussions regarding potential bi-directional plug- and-play regulations. PN, 19 FCC Rcd at 9293. Very few parties mentioned this topic in their pleadings. 75 See Charter Comments at
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  • NW, suite 700, Washington, DC, at the Reference Information Center, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th. St., SW, Room CY- A257, Washington, DC 20554. ; or Advanced Television Systems Committee, 1750 K Street, NW, Suite 1200, Washington, DC 20006 or at http://www.atsc.org/standards. (1) ANSI/SCTE 26 2001 (formerly DVS 194): ``Home Digital Network Interface Specification with Copy Protection,'' 2001, IBR approved for §76.640. (2) SCTE 28 2003 (formerly DVS 295): ``Host-POD Interface Standard,'' 2003, IBR approved for § 76.640. (3) SCTE 41 2003 (formerly DVS 301): ``POD Copy Protection System,'' 2003, IBR approved for §76.640. ANSI/SCTE 54 2003 (formerly DVS 241): ``Digital Video Service Multiplex and Transport System Standard for Cable Television,'' 2003, IBR approved for §76.640. (5) ANSI/SCTE 65 2002 (formerly DVS
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  • Michael P. Fortkort, counsel to Wi-Lan V-Chip Corp. to Marlene Dortch, Secretary, FCC (dated Aug. 8, 2007) (``Wi-Lan ex parte letter''). See Third DTV Periodic Review NPRM, 22 FCC Rcd at 9527, ¶ 119. Digital cable systems with activated channel capacity of 750 MHz or greater are required to include in-band PSIP when available from the provider. 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b)(1)(iv). See, e.g., COAT Comments at 5; Capitol Comments at 11 (saying some cable and satellite headends may not receive a clear off-the-air signal). See Cable Viewability Order, supra, note 78. See supra note 71. 2005 DTV Tuner Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 18616, ¶ 25. See 47 C.F.R. § 15.117(i)(1). 47 C.F.R. § 15.117 (i)(2). See revised rule 47 C.F.R.
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  • locate the digital streams than make up an event. The PSIP data are carried via a collection of hierarchically arranged tables.''). Second DTV Periodic Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 18343-44 ¶ 149. Digital cable systems with activated channel capacity of 750 MHz or greater are required to include in-band PSIP when available from the provider. 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b)(1)(iv). 47 C.F.R. § 73.624(g). See Second DTV Periodic Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at18353-18355 ¶¶ 169-173. See also 47 C.F.R. § 73.1201. See Second DTV Periodic Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 18354-55 ¶ 172. See also 47 C.F.R. § 73.1201(b). Thus, a broadcaster who operates an NTSC service on channel ``26'' and a DTV service on channel
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  • larger effect on the retail market for navigation devices than we expected, then we will consider revocation of this waiver going forward. Cable One's Waiver Request provides a list of set-top specifications which includes detailed specifications for the a/v output. The detail, however, does not identify an IEEE 1394 interface, which is required for all HD set-top boxes under Section 76.640(b)(4)(ii) of the Commission's rules. We recognize that the inclusion of an IEEE 1394 output would provide additional functionality for home-networking and recording capability. Under the circumstances of this particular waiver request, however, we believe that the costs to consumers of imposing the IEEE 1394 output requirement would outweigh the potential benefits. Because this grant is limited in scope, and to
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  • they ``make available equipment that incorporates only the conditional access functions of such devices.'' Id. Our plug-and-play rules apply to cable operators, and we remind cable operators who deploy the Subject Boxes that they ultimately are responsible for compliance with our rules (e.g., making available and supporting CableCARDs; using CableCARDs in all devices except for the Subject Boxes; complying with 76.640 of the Commission's rules; etc.). See, e.g., Pace Micro Technology PLC, 19 FCC Rcd 1945, 1947 (MB 2004) (reminding cable operators that despite an equipment-related waiver granted to an equipment manufacturer, cable operators are ultimately responsible for compliance with our rules). (...continued from previous page) (continued....) Federal Communications Commission FCC 09-46 Federal Communications Commission FCC 09-46 Ė Ļ ]„Š^„Š 
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  • advanced written notice before implementing a service change consisting of the migration of certain channels to an SDV platform on September 24, 2007. On October 15, 2008, the Bureau issued additional Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture against TWC and Cox finding that their migration of programming to an SDV platform in certain cable systems apparently violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's rules. Section 76.1201 prohibits a Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (``MVPD'') from preventing ``the connection or use of navigation devices to or with its ... system, except in those circumstances where electronic or physical harm would be caused by the attachment or operation of such devices or such devices may be used to assist or are intended or
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  • of Time Warner Cable, Inc., Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System; Cox Communications, Inc., Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System; File Nos. EB-07-SE-351, EB-07-SE-352; NAL/Acct. Nos. 200832100074, 200932100001, 200932100002, 200932100003, 200932100008, 200932100022, and 200932100023; Order on Review The Commission through this Order appropriately determines that the migration of programming to a switched digital video (``SDV'') platform does not violate Sections 76.1201 or 76.640(b) of our rules. Deployment of SDV technology to deliver video programming is consistent with the plain language of the regulations. It also can serve the public interest by allowing cable operators to comply with the Commission's ``viewability'' rules and deliver more programming options, including HD channels and niche programming, without displacing significant numbers of existing channels. I only concur, however,
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  • remote control units, and other equipment) that are commercially available from sources other than the system operator. See Commission Adopts ``Navigation Devices'' Rules Creating Consumer Market for Set Top Boxes and Other Equipment Used With Video Programming Systems, Rep. No. CS 98-11 (Jun. 11, 1998), reported at 1998 WL 306795; 47 C.F.R. § 1.1204 (implementing regulation). Additionally, 47 C.F.R. § 76.640 requires cable systems to support unidirectional (i.e., non-SDV) cable products. EB is investigating whether Cox's deployment of SDV made certain channels inaccessible without a Cox set top receiver and thus inaccessible by non-Cox unidirectional products such as CableCARD. These include 47 C.F.R. § 1.1206, which requires separate charges for services and equipment, and the more general requirements regarding customer charges
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  • see § 15.38) or an equivalent test procedure that produces identical pass/fail test results. In the event of any dispute over the applicable results under an equivalent test procedure, the results under TP-ATP-M-UDCP-IOI-061101 shall govern. Part 76 of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations will be amended as follows: I. SUBPART K - TECHNICAL STANDARDS 1. Amend § 76.640 to read as follows: § 76.640 Support for unidirectional digital cable products on digital cable systems. (b)(4) Cable operators shall: *** (ii) Effective July 1, 2011, include both: (A) a DVI or HDMI interface and (B) a connection capable of delivering recordable high definition video and closed captioning data in an industry standard format on all high definition set-top boxes,
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  • Puts Focus On Apple's Flash Feud, The Wall Street Journal, Feb. 11, 2010, at B1. See, e.g., NCTA Reply to NBP PN #27 at 15, Letter from Linda Kinney, Vice President, Law and Regulation, Echostar Satellite, LLC, to Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary, Federal Communications Commission, Attachment at 3 (Feb. 22, 2010). See 47 C.F.R. § 15.122. See 47 C.F.R. § 76.640. See Review of the Emergency Alert System; Independent Spanish Broadcasters Association, the Office of Communication of the United Church of Christ, Inc., and the Minority Media and Telecommunications Council, Petition for Immediate Relief, 22 FCC Rcd 13275 13288. See ANSI/SCTE 162 2009, Emergency Alert Signaling for the Home Network. See also CEA-2035, Emergency Alert Metadata for the Home Network (2009).
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  • the procedures set forth in Uni-Dir-PICS-I01-030903: Uni-Directional Receiving Device: Conformance Checklist: PICS Proforma (incorporated by reference, see 15.38). Compliance testing beyond those procedures shall be at the discretion of the manufacturer or importer. Part 76 of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations is proposed to be amended as follows: I. SUBPART K - TECHNICAL STANDARDS 1. Amend § 76.640 to read as follows: § 76.640 Support for unidirectional digital cable products on digital cable systems. All digital cable systems shall comply with *** (b)(4)(ii) Include both: (A) a DVI or HDMI interface and (B) an IEEE 1394, Ethernet, or USB 3.0 interface, or WiFi connectivity on all high definition set-top boxes acquired by a cable operator for distribution to
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  • record another'' and picture-in-picture functions in their devices. See 47 C.F.R. § 76.1205(b)(2). Furthermore, many of the Commission's CableCARD rules track with the issues Section 624A directs the Commission to address. Compare 47 U.S.C. § 544a(c)(2)(A) with 47 C.F.R. § 15.123; Compare 47 U.S.C. § 544a(c)(2)(B)(i) with 47 C.F.R. § 76.1622; Compare 47 U.S.C. § 544a(c)(2)(B)(ii) with 47 C.F.R. §§ 76.640, 76.1200-76.1205; Compare 47 U.S.C. § 544a(c)(2)(C) with Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996: Commercial Availability of Navigation Devices; Compatibility Between Cable Systems and Consumer Electronics Equipment, 18 FCC Rcd 20885 (2003) and Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996: Commercial Availability of Navigation Devices, 25 FCC Rcd 14657 (2010). Letter from Michael E.
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  • limitations in the dynamic range of analog equipment. However, this practice modifies the characteristics of the original sound, altering it from what the program provider intended. See RP § 1.1. 47 C.F.R. § 73.682(d) incorporates by reference and requires compliance with most of the ATSC A/53 Digital Television Standard (2007 version) relating to digital broadcast television and 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b)(1)(iii) incorporates by reference the American National Standards Institute/ Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (``ANSI/SCTE'') Standard 54 (2003 version) relating to digital cable television. The rules do not currently incorporate by reference a standard that applies to satellite TV (``DBS'') providers. Part 5 of the ATSC Standard A/53, which includes the Dolby AC-3 DTV audio standard (a method of formatting and
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  • 308, 309, 312, 317, 325, 338, 339, 503, 521, 522, 531, 532, 533, 534, 535, 536, 537, 543, 544, 544a, 545, 548, 549, 552, 554, 556, 558, 560, 531, 571, 572, and 573. Revise paragraph (b) of §76.1205 to read as follows: §76.1205 CableCARD Support ***** (b) A multichannel video programming provider that is subject to the requirements of Section 76.640 must: ***** (4) Effective August 1, 2011, provide, through the use of a commonly used interface and published specifications for communication, CableCARD-reliant, firmware-upgradable navigation devices the ability to tune simultaneously as many switched-digital channels as the greatest number of streams supported by any set-top box provided by the cable operator, or four simultaneous channels, whichever is greater; ***** (5)(D) For
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  • Commercial Announcements and Commercial Continuity over AM, FM and Television Broadcast Stations, BC Docket No. 79-168, Notice of Inquiry, 72 FCC 2d 677 (1979) (``1979 NOI''). 47 C.F.R. § 73.682(d) incorporates by reference and requires compliance with most of the Advanced Television Systems Committee (``ATSC'') A/53 Digital Television Standard (2007 version) relating to digital broadcast television and 47 C.F.R. § 76.640(b)(1)(iii) incorporates by reference the American National Standards Institute/ Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (``ANSI/SCTE'') Standard 54 (2003 version) relating to digital cable television. The rules do not currently incorporate by reference a standard that applies to satellite TV (``DBS'') providers. Part 5 of the ATSC Standard A/53, which includes the Dolby AC-3 DTV audio standard, has recently been updated by
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  • ) Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System FRN 0016034050 ) ) NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Cox Communications, Inc. ("Cox") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). Specifically, Cox apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October
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  • FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable ("Oceanic Kauai"), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Kauai, "TWC") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") in its Oceanic Kauai cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Kauai apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November
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  • FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable ("Oceanic Oahu"), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Oahu, "TWC") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") in its Oceanic Oahu Central cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Oahu apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on
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  • ("Rules") in its Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • ("Rules"). Specifically, Cox violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October 16, 2007, Cox violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640.(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), that Cox is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct Cox to comply with the
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  • Rules ("Rules") in its Oceanic Kauai Cable System. Specifically, TWC violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November 6, 2007, TWC violated Section 76.640(b)(1) by failing to provide a virtual channel table which conforms to the standards required under Sections 76.640(b)(1)(i) and 76.640(b)(1)(v). We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), that TWC is liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). As discussed below, we further direct TWC to comply with the
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  • advanced written notice before implementing a service change consisting of the migration of certain channels to an SDV platform on September 24, 2007. On October 15, 2008, the Bureau issued additional Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture against TWC and Cox finding that their migration of programming to an SDV platform in certain cable systems apparently violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's rules. Section 76.1201 prohibits a Multichannel Video Programming Distributor ("MVPD") from preventing "the connection or use of navigation devices to or with its ... system, except in those circumstances where electronic or physical harm would be caused by the attachment or operation of such devices or such devices may be used to assist or are intended or
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  • of Time Warner Cable, Inc., Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System; Cox Communications, Inc., Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System; File Nos. EB-07-SE-351, EB-07-SE-352; NAL/Acct. Nos. 200832100074, 200932100001, 200932100002, 200932100003, 200932100008, 200932100022, and 200932100023; Order on Review The Commission through this Order appropriately determines that the migration of programming to a switched digital video ("SDV") platform does not violate Sections 76.1201 or 76.640(b) of our rules. Deployment of SDV technology to deliver video programming is consistent with the plain language of the regulations. It also can serve the public interest by allowing cable operators to comply with the Commission's "viewability" rules and deliver more programming options, including HD channels and niche programming, without displacing significant numbers of existing channels. I only concur, however,
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  • at 202-418-0530 (voice), 202-418-0432 (TTY). You may also contact the Enforcement Bureau on its TTY line at 202-418-1148 for further information about this Enforcement Advisory, or the FCC on its TTY line at 1-888-Tell-FCC (1-888-835-5322). Issued by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau -FCC- CableCARDs are referred to in the Federal Communications Commission's rules as point-of-deployment modules ("PODs"). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. S: 76.640(b). The rule sections affected by the amendments include 47 C.F.R. S:S: 76.640, 76.1201-05, and 76.1602. As described below, the requirement to permit self-installation takes effect for some cable operators on November 1, 2011. See Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Third Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration, 25 FCC Rcd 14657, 14672 P: 28 (2010)
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  • Technology [19]DA-08-2243A1.doc [20]DA-08-2243A10.doc [21]DA-08-2243A2.doc [22]DA-08-2243A3.doc [23]DA-08-2243A4.doc [24]DA-08-2243A5.doc [25]DA-08-2243A6.doc [26]DA-08-2243A7.doc [27]DA-08-2243A8.doc [28]DA-08-2243A9.doc [29]DA-08-2243A1.pdf [30]DA-08-2243A10.pdf [31]DA-08-2243A11.pdf [32]DA-08-2243A2.pdf [33]DA-08-2243A3.pdf [34]DA-08-2243A4.pdf [35]DA-08-2243A5.pdf [36]DA-08-2243A6.pdf [37]DA-08-2243A7.pdf [38]DA-08-2243A8.pdf [39]DA-08-2243A9.pdf [40]DA-08-2243A1.txt [41]DA-08-2243A10.txt [42]DA-08-2243A11.txt [43]DA-08-2243A2.txt [44]DA-08-2243A3.txt [45]DA-08-2243A4.txt [46]DA-08-2243A5.txt [47]DA-08-2243A6.txt [48]DA-08-2243A7.txt [49]DA-08-2243A8.txt [50]DA-08-2243A9.txt ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- TEXTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- TIME WARNER CABLE, OAHU CABLE SYSTEM. Issued an NAL and Order against Time Warner Cable for apparent violations of Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's Rules in its Oahu cable system. Action by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau. Adopted: 10/15/2008 by NALF. (DA No. 08-2301). EB [51]DA-08-2301A1.doc [52]DA-08-2301A1.pdf [53]DA-08-2301A1.txt TIME WARNER CABLE, KAUAI CABLE SYSTEM. Issued an NAL and Order against Time Warner Cable for an apparent violation of Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's Rules in its Kauai cable system. Action by:
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  • for violation of a Commission Order and Section 76.939 of the Commission's Rules. by ORDER. Action by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau. Adopted: 01/19/2009 by NALF. (DA No. 09-95). EB [84]DA-09-95A1.doc [85]DA-09-95A1.pdf [86]DA-09-95A1.txt TIME WARNER CABLE, OCEANIC KAUAI CABLE SYSTEM. Issued a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $20,000 to Time Warner Cable, Oceanic Kauai Cable System for violations of Sections 76.1201and 76.640 of the Commission's Rules. Action by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau. Adopted: 01/19/2009 by Forfeiture Order. (DA No. 09-123). EB [87]DA-09-123A1.doc [88]DA-09-123A1.pdf [89]DA-09-123A1.txt SUDDENLINK COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Notified Suddenlink Communications, Inc. of its Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order in the amount of $25,000 for violation of a Commission Order and Section 76.939 of the Commission's Rules. by ORDER. Action by: Chief, Enforcement
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  • APPEAR IN DIGEST NO. 230: ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- PUBLIC NOTICES ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- Released: 11/23/2009. MEDIA BUREAU EXTENDS THE BIENNIAL FILING DEADLINE FOR THE COMMERCIAL BROADCAST OWNERSHIP REPORT (FORM 323). (DA No. 09-2457). (Dkt No 01-235 07-294 04-228 01-317 06-121 02-277 00-244 ) Filing Deadline: 01/11/2010. MB [25]DA-09-2457A1.doc [26]DA-09-2457A1.pdf [27]DA-09-2457A1.txt ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- TEXTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- INTEL CORPORATION'S REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF SECTION 76.640(B)(4) OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES. Granted Texas Instruments Inc.'s Motion for Extension of Time. (Dkt No. 97-80 ). Action by: Senior Deputy Chief, Policy Division, Media Bureau. Comments Due: 12/10/2009. Reply Comments Due: 12/21/2009. Adopted: 11/23/2009 by ORDER. (DA No. 09-2471). MB [28]DA-09-2471A1.doc [29]DA-09-2471A1.pdf [30]DA-09-2471A1.txt References 1. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294794A1.doc 2. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294794A1.pdf 3. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294794A1.txt 4. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294795A1.doc 5. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294795A1.pdf 6. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294795A1.txt 7. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-294796A1.doc 8.
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  • ) Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System FRN 0016034050 ) ) NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Cox Communications, Inc. ("Cox") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). Specifically, Cox apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on October 16, 2007, in its Fairfax County, Virginia cable system, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on October
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  • FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable ("Oceanic Kauai"), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Kauai, "TWC") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") in its Oceanic Kauai cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Kauai apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on November
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  • FOR FORFEITURE AND ORDER Adopted: October 15, 2008 Released: October 15, 2008 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture and Order ("NAL and Order"), we find that Oceanic Time Warner Cable ("Oceanic Oahu"), a division of Time Warner Cable, Inc. (together with Oceanic Oahu, "TWC") apparently willfully violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b)(1) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") in its Oceanic Oahu Central cable system. Specifically, Oceanic Oahu apparently violated Section 76.1201 by moving certain channels to a Switched Digital Video ("SDV") platform on November 6, 2007, thereby preventing subscribers with CableCARD-equipped unidirectional digital cable products ("UDCPs") from using their navigation devices to access these channels. Further, in its deployment of SDV on
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  • advanced written notice before implementing a service change consisting of the migration of certain channels to an SDV platform on September 24, 2007. On October 15, 2008, the Bureau issued additional Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture against TWC and Cox finding that their migration of programming to an SDV platform in certain cable systems apparently violated Sections 76.1201 and 76.640(b) of the Commission's rules. Section 76.1201 prohibits a Multichannel Video Programming Distributor ("MVPD") from preventing "the connection or use of navigation devices to or with its ... system, except in those circumstances where electronic or physical harm would be caused by the attachment or operation of such devices or such devices may be used to assist or are intended or
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  • of Time Warner Cable, Inc., Oceanic Oahu Central Cable System; Cox Communications, Inc., Fairfax County, Virginia Cable System; File Nos. EB-07-SE-351, EB-07-SE-352; NAL/Acct. Nos. 200832100074, 200932100001, 200932100002, 200932100003, 200932100008, 200932100022, and 200932100023; Order on Review The Commission through this Order appropriately determines that the migration of programming to a switched digital video ("SDV") platform does not violate Sections 76.1201 or 76.640(b) of our rules. Deployment of SDV technology to deliver video programming is consistent with the plain language of the regulations. It also can serve the public interest by allowing cable operators to comply with the Commission's "viewability" rules and deliver more programming options, including HD channels and niche programming, without displacing significant numbers of existing channels. I only concur, however,
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  • at 202-418-0530 (voice), 202-418-0432 (TTY). You may also contact the Enforcement Bureau on its TTY line at 202-418-1148 for further information about this Enforcement Advisory, or the FCC on its TTY line at 1-888-Tell-FCC (1-888-835-5322). Issued by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau -FCC- CableCARDs are referred to in the Federal Communications Commission's rules as point-of-deployment modules ("PODs"). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. S: 76.640(b). The rule sections affected by the amendments include 47 C.F.R. S:S: 76.640, 76.1201-05, and 76.1602. As described below, the requirement to permit self-installation takes effect for some cable operators on November 1, 2011. See Implementation of Section 304 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Third Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration, 25 FCC Rcd 14657, 14672 P: 28 (2010)
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  • § 76.611 Cable television basic signal leakage performance criteria. § 76.612 Cable television frequency separation standards. § 76.613 Interference from a multichannel video programming distributor (MVPD). § 76.614 Cable television system regular monitoring. § 76.616 Operation near certain aeronautical and marine emergency radio frequencies. § 76.617 Responsibility for interference. §§ 76.618-76.620 [Reserved] § 76.630 Compatibility with consumer electronics equipment. § 76.640 Support for unidirectional digital cable products on digital cable systems. Subpart L-Cable Television Access § 76.701 Leased access channels. § 76.702 Public access. Subpart M-Cable Inside Wiring § 76.800 Definitions. § 76.801 Scope. § 76.802 Disposition of cable home wiring. § 76.804 Disposition of home run wiring. § 76.805 Access to molding. § 76.806 Pre-termination access to cable home wiring.