Catv directional component with signal reversing capability and method

摘要

There is described a directional CATV component, preferably a signal tap, having a housing frame where coaxial signal cable connections are made allowing for tap circuitry to be placed on either side of the housing frame. The invention allows for the rapid exchange of tap circuitry between front and rear positions providing for the reversal of signal frequency direction. The signal tap comprises a housing frame (53), a back cover (57) with a support clamp (not shown) and a signal tap cover (55) containing a plurality of female F-connectors. Loss circuitry is mounted on a PC board that is attached to the tap cover (55).