Broken cable

vileda · 12-10-2004, 16:48

Hi,

I've managed to rip the connector off of the end of the cable

, I've tried fixing it back on but am not having any luck.

someone plesae let me know;

A) Can I buy a length of cable which has already been made up (approx 10metres)?

B) is there a special way to put the connector back onto the cable?

Thanks in advance.

paulyoung666 · 12-10-2004, 16:51

would you like to give us a clue as to what cable you are talking about , if it is the coax one into your stb or modem then you really shouldnt play about with it

stamp92 · 12-10-2004, 16:56

you can buy the cable and connectors at your local maplins store. some stores will offer pre-made cables but i think you'll find they r upto 5 metres

i believe this is what u need but CHECK with someone at your local store.

F TYPE CONNECTOR PLUG

http://www.maplin.co.uk/search.aspx?...2m10&worldid=2

these plugs never work as they should. they dont screw on properly or crimp properly. the metal either breaks or is not tight enough around the cable. i used some cellotape to keep plug securely on. works fine for me.

RF COAX CABLE ( not sure the exact one you need, ask local maplin store)

http://www.maplin.co.uk/search.aspx?...2m10&worldid=2

[ just noticed you said this is for a STB and not cable modem. don't know much abt STB's so not sure the advice above is applicable]

vileda · 12-10-2004, 16:57

yup. its the one which connects to the stb from outside, doh

paulyoung666 · 12-10-2004, 16:59

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Originally Posted by vileda

yup. its the one which connects to the stb from outside, doh

potentially dodgy ground methinks , if you do manage to repair it badly then you could cause other users problems , it is up to you i suppose , if you take a chance and get away with it then fine , if not

hairy_mick · 12-10-2004, 18:26

if the connector has come off then it may have not been secured with the correct tool has been known get ntl to come out free of charge and put it right thats the service you pay for mate.

paulyoung666 · 12-10-2004, 19:17

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Originally Posted by hairy_mick

if the connector has come off then it may have not been secured with the correct tool has been known get ntl to come out free of charge and put it right thats the service you pay for mate.

i suppose it is worth pulling the old 'the connector fell off in my hand trick '