What the cable guy did was kind of hilarious in contrast to the discussion elsewhere that starts with the idea that the cable guy will lock up the cable connections and continues on to the idea that there should be a separate cable company section and homeowner section if they want to lock up their stuff.
Tom, Ali, what are all the things inside the box for? Ground blocks and stuff?
A good answer is easier with a clear question giving the make and model of everything. "The biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." -- G. “Bernie” Shaw