Satellite distribution apparatus, control means for use in satellite distribution apparatus and method of use thereof

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8582641
APP PUB NO 20080222682A1
SERIAL NO

12074949

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Satellite distribution apparatus is provided for distributing digital broadcast signals in a pre-determined locality or building. The apparatus includes satellite receiving means for receiving broadcast signals from at least one satellite and communication means for transmitting the received signals to a control unit in the locality or building. The control unit allows a plurality of received digital broadcast signals to be selected and output onto a single cable for distribution around said locality or building. The control unit includes means for allowing the bandwidth of the selected signals to be compressed and rearranged for transmitting onto a single cable outlet. At least part of the means for compressing said selected digital broadcast signals includes signal symbol stacking means.

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  • PACE PLC

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Beales, Stephen Shipley, GB 6 16
Yates, Philip Shipley, GB 5 56

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