Constant modulus algorithm for blind equalization of multipath transmitted video signals in cable networks

In this paper we present an approach to equalize multipath transmitted video signals without any reference signal. This approach takes advantage of the constant envelope feature of the color burst signal, which is transmitted in the blanking interval of each TV line and can be considered as an angle-modulated signal. The constant modulus algorithm (CMA) after Treichler is modified for our purpose. Special attention is given to the equalization of video signals in PAL systems. By making full use of the genuine phase feature of the color burst signal in PAL systems, the Hilbert transform needed by CMA can be saved for equalizing PAL system video signals. In addition to equalize analog TV signal, this paper can also lead to a joint echo cancellation of analog and digital TV signals transmitted in cable network.