CEA-761-B defines minimum specifications for a one-way data path utilizing an 8 VSB trellis or a 16 VSB remodulator in compliance with ATSC A/53E Annex D. CEA-761-B references CEA-799-A for on-screen display (OSD) capabilities.

The 8 VSB portion of CEA-761-B applies to devices capable of receiving 8 VSB signals and supporting "monitor mode." The 16 VSB portion of CEA-761-B applies to devices capable of receiving 16 VSB signals and supporting "monitor mode." For information concerning monitor mode recommendations, refer to CEA-CEB5-B.

CEA-761-B addresses required RF output specifications, on-screen display (OSD) capabilities, and capability profiles for a DTV remodulator and recommendations concerning input to the remodulator. This standard does not address 8 VSB without OSD. For information concerning 8 VSB without OSD, see CEA-762.