Cable Splitter/Booster



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Originally Posted by JJJatAVS /forum/post/12799997


Can anybody tell how much this splitter amplifies?
http://www.deepsurplus.com/4-Way-Coa...category=82398

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Don't even think about using that amp for cable TV. Massive source of ingress and noise. Other specs are probably through the floor, too.

am i better off using a splitter without boost?



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Originally Posted by JJJatAVS /forum/post/12800339


am i better off using a splitter without boost?

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Totally depends on the signal strength. Try it first without an amp.


I'm not saying don't use an amp -- just not one like that. More problems than you would want to deal with. If you do get an amp, make sure it has specs similar to these: http://www.cencom94.com/gpage4.html

thanks, I'll try first without!

Yes avoid those old type amplifiers for cable TV. They are very noisy and just make signals worse.


Try a clean passive quality spitter first with good cables and connectors.

If you need more signal, buy a high quality low noise bi-directional cable amplifier (some models have internal splitter for 2,4,or 8 outputs) for digital cable. Available on EBAY for great low prices, look for the Electroline models.