if i were to use this booster for a motorola cable modem and two tv's, would i need the active return?
2020023
I believe the directions say if you use it just for a TV then no. If you use it for a modem for internet then yes.. You need bidirectional communication that means the signal needs to travel both directions in order for your internet connection to work.
2020024
I have had this product now for over a year. Not had any issues with it at all. If anything it helped improve my throughput on the cable modem. I get on the average of 40 - 50mpbs on a consistent basis.
2020025
Look at the upstream power level on your cable modem now. Open your browser and type your modem's IP address in the address window. It's probably 192.168.100.1. If upstream Modem power level is greater than 45 dBmV, you should use this booster. The number of TV's connected doesn't matter. The modem's upstream power level is an indication of how hard your modem is working to stay in sync with your internet provider. In my case, I tried using a booster without active return and my modem kept dropping sync with my ISP (internet service provider).
213612
If u have the right cable size and if your device within the same booster frequency.
1932791
Yes. Any time you have unused connections within your cable system, such as an unused port on a splitter or power amp, you should terminate it with a 75-ohm terminator. This can prevent signal loss, "ghost" images appearing on your screen, etc.F Type 75 Ohm Terminator - 10 Pack
2253591
It is just standard booster and must fit into most of the routers. Otherwise you can always get connection convertor from frys. The only thing is the fact that the booster itself is heavy and keeps falling from up-right position.
2166797
I would assume it should, I would check with your cable provider to be sure. I have Comcast in my area and they advised me that as long as it has two-way signal capability it should work. I did my layout so it would work with the cable modem and the tv set boxes that Comcast has us use. I needed the signal booster to get a better signal to the back of the house so the one tv would keep from getting a channel box error from a weak signal. Hope this helps.
2181859
Definitely. That was my scenario and the Moto Booster able to improve the quality of the reception and save me two antennas. salu2.
156254
I didn't add any booster and it works fine. But my cable run is less than 100ft.
1524195
Yes, however I've noticed different devices and service plans respond differently to the booster. Some work great (full service) and others just an extra bar or two.
796570
I performed a quick search on the Wilson product and would say do not expect this Motorola Booster to work. The specification for the Wilson application would be greater that that of the application of the Motorola product. When talking about amplifiers that means the gain and noise figure of the amplifier. The price also is a good indicator. The Wilson product has a gain of +65dB while the Motorola device has something like +9dB. Anyway they are definitely for different applications therefore NO. Hope this helps.
1525535
Booster simply amplifies the existing signal from the wireless modem. A repeater takes the signal from the existing wireless modem and outputs it on another channel.
1876960
This was designed for cable signals. For indoor antenna, I recommend trying a different antenna all together instead of a signal booster. A booster will not improve an over the air signal that is poor due to obstacles.
1386170
The one I purchased works well for cable. I don't think it is designed to boost the signal for satellite systems.
2166798
I have Comcast cable, and it works with the modem and the tv. I do not have phone service, but phone service works through the internet signal which is boosted fine with the Motorola Signal Booster.
931072
I use this on my wi fi adapter on my computer and it works very well. As far as your modem I can't say, but on the receiving end it really saves a lot of money not needing wi fi boosters. I would say as long as you have a port to screw it in to though that it would probably work. Just make sure to stretch the cable up and out after attaching it.
1409682
Yes, important to have. Also, if you have a multiple TV's you may need a line booster after this unit, but you will know. This is important to get don't skip on it. Others that reported it not working should make sure its still plugged into power and that they didn't have a lightning strike
992510
Yes you can. The advantage is that the insertion loss to the modem is 3.5 dB versus 4.8 dB loss via the non-powered modem port of the PCTVC9U. The difference in typical applications is operationally insignificant. The disadvantage is that you are adding an additional 3.5 dB loss on ALL 9 ports of the PCTVC9U. It's possible this could adversely affect your TV(s) that have long cable runs and/or have poor receiver sensitivity.
1351193
I tried several different cables and set-ups. If you don't have a booster, this will not work. I recommend getting booster with multiple outs (kind of expensive though)