The Loyal Order of the 704

A loyal and trusted network of engineering innovators who continue to shape the future of global connectivity. Honoring the legendary Jerrold 704 Field Strength Meter and the veteran cable technical operations community.

Membership Info

Welcome

Loyal Order of the 704 coat of arms with the motto Hastile eis Domus

Founded in 1994, the Loyal Order of the 704 is a community network for veteran cable television engineers and technicians. We unite veteran technicians, engineers, and technical leaders in lifelong fellowship, tradition, and camaraderie.

Through our annual events at SCTE TechExpo, we raise funds to sponsor educational scholarships for talented young budding engineers, individually and through the Syndeo Institute.

In Memoriam: Scott T. Sampsel

We note with sadness the passing of longtime member Scott T. Sampsel. Read more

Latest News – 2026 Annual Meeting

The Loyal Order of the 704 will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting and Induction Celebration in conjunction with SCTE TechExpo26 on Wednesday, September 30 at 7pm in Room B402, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia.

Nominations and event sponsorships are being accepted. Contact membership@loyalorderofthe704.org or see the Events page for details.