### Question
How is the term usable activated channels defined?


### Answer
The term **usable activated channels** is defined in *47 U.S.C. § 522* as the following:

> activated channels of a cable system, except those channels whose use for the distribution of broadcast signals would conflict with technical and safety regulations as determined by the Commission

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 522*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-WIRE OR RADIO COMMUNICATION > SUBCHAPTER V&ndash;A-CABLE COMMUNICATIONS > Part I-General Provisions**

