Spectrum management systems and methods for cable networks
CA 2535643 C · Owner: Cooper, Michael · Inventors: Boontor, Poth; Moran, John L. Iii; Cooper, Michael
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The present methods and systems provide spectrum management for enhancing upstream performance for cable networks. According to one embodiment a method , of enhancing upstream performance in a cable network includes the steps of measuring performance of an upstream channel at a first data signaling rate; determining whether the upstream channel supports a second data signaling rate based on the performance; and selectively transitioning to the second data signaling rate based on said determination. The second data signaling rate is a higher rate than the first data signaling rate.
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- Filed September 10, 2004 and granted March 19, 2013. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended September 10, 2024.
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