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Satellite signals do not work the same way as cable feeds. With a small charge (13-18 volts) from the receiver to the satellite's low noise blocker on the line, a conventional splitter will cause too much signal drop, resulting in a total loss of picture in most instances. Adding a larger multiswitch if LNB outputs are exhausted is the only way to achieve additional signal feeds
Things You'll Need:
* 4x16 multiswitch
* RG-6 coaxial cable
* Fine-tip marker
Instructions
Switch It up
1.Remove the typically installed 4x8 multiswitch from the satellite installation, by unscrewing all coaxial connections. Label the input feed with a fine-tip marker.
2.Screw in the 4x16 multiswitch in same manner as the 4x8 unit was connected. Connect the input feed to the appropriate input, and the individual coaxial feeds from the outputs.
3.Route the additional RG-6 coaxial cables to the required areas. The second feed is used for dual-input satellite digital video recorders, or to feed additional rooms. Screw on the coaxial cables next to each other, labeling the wires with the fine-tip marker.
Things You'll Need:
* 4x16 multiswitch
* RG-6 coaxial cable
* Fine-tip marker
Instructions
Switch It up
1.Remove the typically installed 4x8 multiswitch from the satellite installation, by unscrewing all coaxial connections. Label the input feed with a fine-tip marker.
2.Screw in the 4x16 multiswitch in same manner as the 4x8 unit was connected. Connect the input feed to the appropriate input, and the individual coaxial feeds from the outputs.
3.Route the additional RG-6 coaxial cables to the required areas. The second feed is used for dual-input satellite digital video recorders, or to feed additional rooms. Screw on the coaxial cables next to each other, labeling the wires with the fine-tip marker.