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unit indicator is no longer part of the JETDS system (MIL-STD-196E) and cable sold today under the RG-59 label does not necessarily meet military specifications.
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does. However, given the short lengths provided (usually 4–6 ft or 1.2–1.8 m), this is generally sufficient for its typical use.
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or digital cable/satellite receivers. Manufacturers tend to include only RG-59 cables because it costs less than
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are used instead. In cases where the transmission distance is too long for these media, such options as UTP (
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RG-59 coaxial cable is commonly packed with consumer equipment, such as
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