[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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