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TV Amplifier ??

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  • 10-08-2006 10:35pm
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    karltimber
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    I know this is more computer-ish but thought I'd ask here.

    Need a 6-way TV amplifier for a new extension/new co-ax sockets.

    any makes/models to suggest ??

    thx


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    byte
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    byte


    Maxview seem pretty good though may be a bit more expensive than others.

    Never had any issues with Labgear distribution amps either.


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    Avns1s
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    I have used a Fringe electronics 25db (I think- its in the attic and not that easy to see) in line amplifier and 2 x 8 way non powered splitters (can't remember the make but they were't expensive!) to give an RF signal to 15 TV outlets. This system was recommended by a guy who wires up tv systems in hotels as being suitable and a much cheaper option than going with the powered amps and splitters in one. If you ask in any TV shop where they also fit aerials they will have something suitable.


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    yop
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    So if I have 8 TV points and want to split the SKY satellite, Terristrial and Free satellite between all these,

    I presume I can use an 8 way box and wire in the terrestrial TV aerial and feeds from the 2 satellites?


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    cormac_byrne
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    yop wrote:
    So if I have 8 TV points and want to split the SKY satellite, Terristrial and Free satellite between all these,

    I presume I can use an 8 way box and wire in the terrestrial TV aerial and feeds from the 2 satellites?

    yes, connect the terrestial aerial into antenna input on first sat box,
    then connect antenna output on that sat box to antenna input on sky box,
    then sky output goes to amp / splitter then 8 TVs

    if you're gonna try using a TV link or other control device that relies on the coax to send signals, than you need to be sure the splitter/amp is compatible or install a bypass thingy

    see:-

    control your sky digibox from another room
    http://www.letsautomate.com/10570.cfm?

    control vcr / dvd / other satellite etc...
    http://www.letsautomate.com/11067.cfm?


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    byte
    Moderators, Regional North West Moderators Posts: 19,123 Mod ✭✭✭✭byte
    byte


    Avns1s wrote:
    I have used a Fringe electronics 25db (I think- its in the attic and not that easy to see) in line amplifier and 2 x 8 way non powered splitters (can't remember the make but they were't expensive!) to give an RF signal to 15 TV outlets. This system was recommended by a guy who wires up tv systems in hotels as being suitable and a much cheaper option than going with the powered amps and splitters in one. If you ask in any TV shop where they also fit aerials they will have something suitable.
    Yup, that system you used is best when you've loads of tails to connect. Less issues with cross modulation etc than you would have with a few distribution amps in sequence!

    Otherwise, a standard 8way or 6way distrib. amp is adequate.


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    Avns1s
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    byte wrote:
    Yup, that system you used is best when you've loads of tails to connect. Less issues with cross modulation etc than you would have with a few distribution amps in sequence!

    Otherwise, a standard 8way or 6way distrib. amp is adequate.
    Yes Byte, True to a point. Still had to use a notch filter to knock down the RTE's and TG4 as they are so strong in my area. It was ghosting a little when passed through the amp.#

    EDIT Agree though that the 6 or 8 way is certainly the simple way to go. I've not priced these in a while but if I recall correctly, the 6 and 8 way amps are expensive.


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