(1) Every multi-system operator or its linked local cable operator, as the case may be, offering digital addressable cable TV services, shall devise formats of application for seeking connection, disconnection, reconnection and for obtaining and returning of set top box as specified in Schedule I to these regulations.
(2) Adoption of common format as specified in Schedule I to these regulations by a multisystem operator or its linked local cable operator, as the case may be, shall be construed as compliance of the requirement under sub-regulation (1).
(3) Any person seeking connection or disconnection or reconnection or shifting of cable service connection or intending to obtain or return set top box at a place located within the area of operation of multi-system operator or its linked local cable operator, as the case may be, may submit an application in the format referred to in sub-regulation (1), in duplicate, duly signed and complete in all respect, to the multi-system operator or its linked local cable operator who shall return the duplicate copy of the application to the applicant as an acknowledgment of receipt of application.
(4) Every applicant whose application has been accepted by the multi-system operator or its linked local cable operator, as the case may be, shall be given a unique identification number.