[mythtv-users] cable splitting with a cable modem

Jarod C. Wilson jcw at wilsonet.com
Tue Dec 16 00:35:58 EST 2003


On Dec 15, 2003, at 08:21, Sean wrote:

> I have mine split this way with no noticeable ill effects. (2 cables 
> out to
> Myth, 1 to the cable modem) I tested the throughput before and after 
> with no
> discernable loss, and I get very, very few random disconnects (at 
> least no
> more than before)

Look in the list archives for references to a RadioShack cable amp. 
I've got one, as do several others, and it works quite well, including 
bi-directional amplification, which is the key for cable modems.


>> Does anyone know if you can use a powered video splitter to pull off 
>> your
>> cable modem feed, or does it have to happen first, then split the 
>> video up
>> seperately?
>>
>> The cable company installed a two way splitter at my house when I 
>> ordered the
>> cable modem that is labeled in, out, and 6db which attaches to the 
>> cable
>> modem. I am just wondering if I can replace that splitter with 
>> something else,
>> or if I have to leave it there and just split the video after.
>>
>> Chris


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