ABSTRACT
All other transmission impairments can be grouped within a generic term of non-linearities. These include passband frequency-response flatness deviations, harmonic distortion, and aberrations detected as frequency-specific differences in signal gain and phase. The methods used to interconnect various pieces of equipment, and the hardware used to make the interconnection, determine largely how the overall system will operate. Proper cable installation and termination requires skill and experience. To ensure that the installation will be of high quality and have a neat, organized appearance, the system engineer should specify the practices to be followed by installers.
