I'm wiring a DIY finished basement project. Is this the right cable to accommodate DirecTV?
1092159
This cable should work fine for Direc-TV as it's the same cabling the installer provided and is currently carrying my DirecTV High-Def feed. Make sure to research DirecTV's support for the proper number of feeds from your dish to your box.
1092160
This cable is commonly referred to as "coax" or "RG6" or "coaxial", it is a very versatile cable and is commonly used to run "cable". This will work fine with all major content providers systems, but be mindful of degradation for long runs without amplification. Lastly, this is a lot of of cable. I completely pre-wired a new build 2500 sq/ft. and I didn't even put a dent into the spool. I plan to sell the extra at a garage sale (the stuff isn't too expensive by way of cabling).
1092161
The cable will work fine for DirecTV. One thing you might also want to consider is the use of "Compression" F connectors instead of the "Crimp" type. I've found that the compression connectors are easier to install and provide a more robust connection. Also remember to weatherproof any outdoor connections you make.
1092162
yes. rg 6 and above will be able to carry your digital signal. I just replaced my old rg 59 with rg 6.
1092163
yes. I just replaced my old rg 59 with rg 6. Rg 6 and above will be able to carry nicely your digital signal. Above that will be a waste of money because the cable companies don't even carry above rg 6.
1092164
This should do the job, I asked my local provider the same question, and they use a 3 shield cable. I asked if quad would work, and they told me it was over kill for the service, but it would work just fine. So it should work for direcTV.
1092165
I used nearly a whole spool of this wire to rewire a 1950's home. Most was pulled through conduit. It works fine. I get digital signal in all locations (5) using amplifers (2) good quality connectors to terminate & 6db taps. The wire could have better braided shielding but, seems to work fine. Map your project. Consider your loss from taps & wire length used. Consider using good quality amplifiers where needed. Good Luck.
1092166
Yes. I am also wiring for Directv. They require RG6, which this is. Have fun!
259471
Have ATT DSL hooked up and Uverse ready but use Directv instead but so should be compatible
1016040
Yes easy breezy. Go to Radio Shack and get AV cables the length you want (show them what you are working with). They also have the barrel connector (two female) to join cables.Any length performance is the same. Tom
2138598
I am not sure about the basement, maybe if the antenna is near a window. Mine is upstairs in my room and works fine with my digital converter box.
2222104
Your pre-exsisting Cabling should be fine however the only thing is you have to make sure where ever you put the antenna you will need a connection from there back to the TV you are accessing. I'm not 100% sure if you have a few cable splitters how that will effect the signal quality but it is worth a shot.
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Hdmi cable is enough. If component way of connection , you will need all 3 color connections ( those wire already provided part of package). Hope it helps.
962642
It should be Antenna > 300 to 75 Ohm Balun >short high quality quad shield coax >amplifier > 50 ft coax to basement or wherever >into splitter > splitter to TVs. The amp should be as near the antenna as possible, the splitter should be equadistant from all TVs. You don't want the amp on the far end because you amplify all the noise picked up along the cable run and pipe it to the TVs. You also save money on cable, so you can buy the best cable possible. Make sure the whole system is grounded properly too.
1074652
I use mine in my living room and the signal sometimes won't display the channel properly. If your basement is really low to the ground, I don't think it will work good. Also, know that channels such as comedy central, nicalodian, cartoon network, animal planet, etc won't show up using this sattelite. If you want to watch those channels, just get a cable box.
831746
I looked at an owners manual online. There is no picture of the connection for me to look at to know if it is the correct cable.
1206403
Hi Donald, Cat 5e cable should be capable of supporting 1000BASE-T (Gigabit) connections. Unless you've got incredibly easy runs to replace and money to burn, you'd probably be better off keeping the existing cable.
1079018
We have Directv and have no problems I would check with your cable provider.
1194516
I would think the cables that come with it would work. However, why would you want to hook it to the directv receiver rather than the television? That way if you also have a DVD player (or something else) hooked to the tv, you can hear that through them as well.
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@radar363: thank for the information. I kept getting multiple information from vayring sources who should have known the correct response, including the manufacturer of my Television Set. Finally I ordered the cable just to have it on hand when I started setting up and quickly discovered that all but one of my sources was incorrect (and the correct one was NOT the manufacturer of my TV) and I didn't need it at all. Live and learn. But, I appreciate you help. Judi
1144748
Yes it is... We just built a brand new home and the electrician ran this wire from above our fireplace across the wall and down to our media shelves (all ran through the studs). Our electrician was asking how much I paid for each of these HDMI cables because of how long they are and the quality of the wires (he thought I paid over $80 each). I used these in all of the bedrooms and in the family room as well! I plan on using these again!!
1068541
I have the TVR-350, and Firewire DV cables are always a tight fitting connection. This cable works just fine for them.
1117450
Not sure which Directv receiver I use but I sent signal through 50ft HDMI cable to tv and it worked great.
879185
I used this to send my Directv picture to a main and a remote set. I also used a 50" HDMI cable. Works perfectly. Remember, both get the same channel.