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largo 09-10-2007 10:03

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Felim_Doyle (Post 34410958)
Also, VM specify which socket on the filter should go to the STB and which should go to the CM. .

No, it does not matter which side goes to what ,as both the same.

icstm 09-10-2007 15:40

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Another question on this:
When using coax, (either 50ohm or 75ohm) you should terminate the end of a splitter not in use. Does the same apply for unused cable ends?

Graham M 09-10-2007 15:45

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by icstm (Post 34411246)
Another question on this:
When using coax, (either 50ohm or 75ohm) you should terminate the end of a splitter not in use. Does the same apply for unused cable ends?

Why would there be a lose Cable end?

PS1 13-10-2007 10:15

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by paulyoung666 (Post 153170)
you shouldnt play with the coax :(

matches or sharp objects either:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

icstm 15-10-2007 17:26

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Zeph (Post 34411251)
Why would there be a lose Cable end?

It is to do with impedance matching. (The imaginary part ('j') of resistance).

(for techies, z=r+yj) where r is the resistance).

Unless you terminate a normal coax (like on a tv line or pre ethernet bnc type networks) you get losses as this sort of system always like to see either 50ohm or 75 ohm at any end. As long as it is plugged into something there is no problem.

If you leave it loose, then there is.

beauchampy 22-10-2007 21:33

Re: Getting terrestial channels using a splitter
 
Can I split my incoming signal 4 ways? Or do you think this would be too lossy? I want to get the terrestial channels into 4 different rooms.


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