Can I run cable tv and cable internet through the same coax jack with no performance loss?
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February 8, 2010 |
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I wanna split the connection and run cable to a new jack on the other side of the room. I will do this, if I will not lose any performance on my internet connection. Any help will be appreciated! Thanks!
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You should not have a problem with this setup you describe. However keep in mind the more splits you have the more a signal will be degraded so most cable companies recommend not having more than one split between the main coax line and the cable modem.
You need a splitter to keep the line balanced. If you see that there’s loss, you can change the splitter for an amplifier. I don’t think is needed for a house installation with one splitter.
Be careful with the connections, it’s the most common problem in coax installation. Loose connections create huge signal loss.
This can be done very easily, you need a GOOD 2 WAY SPLITTER, not a cheap one from radio shack. You need one that can pass 1 Ghz. most of the splitters you find in Rad Shack or places like that only pass 900MHz so your modem will work but not for long.
As fas as using an amp like someone said awhile ago most of those you buy at a electronics super store work great to amplify signal but dont have return so your modem wont talk back, and again not work for long.
The best bet is to ask your cable company and have them do it for you.