OFFICE OF
THE CHAIRMAN
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
WASHINGTON
February 22, 2011
The Honorable Edward J. Markey
u.s. House of Representatives
2108 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Dear Congressman Markey:
Thank you for your letter regarding a complaint that was submitted to the Commission by
Zoom Telephonics, Inc. I appreciate your interest in this matter. The staff has included your
letter in the record of this proceeding.
As you note, Zoom filed a complaint on November 29,2010, alleging that Comcast
Cable Communications, LLC violated FCC regulations implementing Section 629 of the
Communications Act, as well as the Commission's Open Internet Principles. Specifically, Zoom
has alleged that Comcast subjects cable television modems to a physical and environmental
testing regime before the devices may be attached to Comcast's cable systems. Comcast has
submitted a response addressing the allegations discussed in the complaint and Zoom has replied
to Comcast's response.
The Commission staff is reviewing the issues in the Zoom complaint along with the
complete record compiled in the proceeding. If it is determined that Comcast has violated the
Commission's regulations, please be assured that appropriate action will be taken to ensure the
company's full compliance.
I appreciate learning your views concerning this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact
me if I may be of further assistance.