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Dividing Single Antenna Cable for TV and Internet - Choosing the Right Distributor

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  • #1 11343454
    ananaszpuszki
    Level 9  
    Hello,
    I was looking for similar topics, there are such, but unfortunately I can't find a solution to my problem, simpler than the ones I've reviewed.

    I have one antenna cable coming from the stairwell in my apartment. I just brought a TV, I want to connect it, and here's a surprise - one cable and it's used for the router. Apparently, the fitter who set up the Internet for me a year ago did not think that I might want to have a TV. How to separate it? I read on the internet about these (or similar) distributors:
    https://obrazki.elektroda.pl/7635748800_1339696459.jpg

    Does it matter which one I buy? What's next? Just plug in? Two cables and that's it? Will it weaken the signal?

    In addition, one more tiny problem: I wanted to check if the TV would catch any signal at all, so I disconnected the cable from the router and to the TV ... and this end from the router does not go to my TV. I unscrewed the part and tried to connect it:

    Dividing Single Antenna Cable for TV and Internet - Choosing the Right Distributor

    Can it be removed somehow? Do I need to buy a ticket? Maybe some names how it differs, what is the difference between the input to this router and the input of the antenna to the tv? Even that will help me.

    Please help. In other topics I don't really understand everything, because I'm completely green and I need a simple explanation. But once I get some basic knowledge, I'll be fine.
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  • #2 11343488
    andrefff
    Level 36  
    You must terminate the antenna cable with such a socket link then one cable must be connected to the modem with the terminals you have at the moment, the second cable from this socket should be connected to the TV with an antenna plug, e.g. link and that's the whole philosophy. Good luck.
    One more thing, you have to buy three plugs like these link just remember to choose the plug to the diameter of the cable, from what I can see it should be 6.8 mm
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    #3 11343516
    egon42
    Level 37  
    The splitter may already be installed in the box and hidden somewhere, you need to check the entire cable path in the house up to the exit to the staircase. If your friend pays only for the internet, please do not count on TV reception because the cable company usually puts filters in the box on the staircase that cut the TV signal. The splitter can also be installed in a box on the staircase and the Internet reaches the house itself.
  • #4 11343567
    ananaszpuszki
    Level 9  
    I think some TV channels are coming in, because when I tried to connect this antenna to the TV at the beginning, even though the cable did not go all the way in, the picture was already caught. I don't care about a large number of channels, as long as something plays.

    Okay, so in order not to risk it, I would like to check what channels it will catch me first. Do I have to buy an adapter to be able to connect the antenna to the TV? Which one specifically? (because I only have what is in the router)
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    #5 11343610
    andrefff
    Level 36  
    You have to buy something like that link
  • #6 11343692
    ananaszpuszki
    Level 9  
    Thanks! I'll do that first, see if it makes sense to separate the cable. And I'll also look where the cable on the staircase leads.
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    #7 11344742
    SP5ANJ
    Rest in Peace
    Hello.
    ananaszpuszki wrote:
    I think some TV channels are coming in, because when I tried to connect this antenna to the TV at the beginning, even though the cable did not go all the way in, the picture was already caught.

    Almost every TVK (cable TV) transmits "analog" signals, and you received this broadcast.

    Quote:
    Okay, so in order not to risk it, I would like to check what channels it will catch me first.

    It's not a risk, it's even a correct connection to the TVK.

    As my colleague said andreff " You must end the antenna cable with such a Link socket, then one cable must be connected to the modem with the terminals you have at the moment, you connect the second cable from this socket to the TV with an antenna plug, e.g. Link, and that's the whole philosophy. " .

    Quote:
    Do I have to buy an adapter to be able to connect the antenna to the TV? Which one specifically? (because I only have what is in the router)

    As recommended by a friend" You need to buy something like this ".

    And see what your installation should look like now, but only with the possibility of receiving analog TV on the Web TVK :

    Dividing Single Antenna Cable for TV and Internet - Choosing the Right Distributor

    I'm sorry but I'm not a painter or graphic artist, but out of boredom - I made such a print - .
    See how easy it is, isn't it. :?:

    Regards.
  • #8 11344785
    ananaszpuszki
    Level 9  
    Thank you. I just wanted to catch such a regular analog TV. I have already bought this tip today, if it will receive everything well - tomorrow I will buy the rest and do as you advise. Thanks.
  • #9 11344883
    andrefff
    Level 36  
    Buddy SP5ANJ, this overvoltage at the modem is screw-nut barrels you will not find there :)
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  • #10 11345188
    ananaszpuszki
    Level 9  
    True, there is something like this:
    Dividing Single Antenna Cable for TV and Internet - Choosing the Right Distributor

    I bought this passage and connect it to the TV:
    Dividing Single Antenna Cable for TV and Internet - Choosing the Right Distributor

    It caught a few channels, but my tv is snowing terribly. I searched for channels, changed frequencies and it still snows. I do not know what to do. Could it be the fault of the cable? I think it's a bit old, but the internet works great (I don't know if that matters at all). The TV is definitely working.
    If this continues, then I will not split the cable, and the TV will only be used to play on the console. However, I would prefer to be able to try other options.
  • #11 11345358
    andrefff
    Level 36  
    You have to call the cable operator, let them switch on at least the basic package, only then do not buy anything, the signal provider will install the socket and wiring himself. For example, the Multimedia Internet package 12 Mbs + TV is only PLN 79
  • #12 11346480
    stolarek_1988
    Level 21  
    They have an LP filter in the switch box on the staircase - that's why you don't receive a clean TV. Installation should be performed by a TVK installer.
  • #13 11469084
    lipcio
    Level 1  
    oh, finally found a thread with the same problem I had!

    identical situation: I set up internet in UPC but without TV. I thought I'd have basic free channels. I bought a cable, terminals, did what was needed and ... the picture is terribly snowy. I earned the endings 10 times and still the same..

    one day the internet went down. didn't work for 2 days. the fitter came. checked something there (it turned out that something in the stairwell or in the basement had been moved by another fitter...). well, by the way, I ask him why I don't have the basic channels. dude says there isn't because there shouldn't be. that I have to buy a package ... I was stumped ...
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  • #14 11470477
    SP5ANJ
    Rest in Peace
    lipcio wrote:
    ... I set up internet in UPC but without TV.

    And you get net without TV - it's quite normal.

    Quote:
    I thought I'd have basic free channels.

    Quote:
    well, by the way, I ask him why I don't have basic channels. dude says there isn't because there shouldn't be. that I have to buy a package ... I was stumped ...

    Quite right.


    Regards.

Topic summary

The discussion revolves around the challenge of dividing a single antenna cable for both TV and internet use in an apartment. The user seeks advice on how to properly connect a TV using the existing antenna cable, which is currently utilized for a router. Responses suggest using a splitter to separate the signals, ensuring the correct termination of the antenna cable with appropriate plugs. Users highlight the importance of checking for existing splitters in the building and the potential need for a cable TV package to receive channels. Issues with signal quality, such as snowy reception, are noted, with recommendations to consult the cable operator for proper installation and signal activation.
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