I would split the signal at the ground block with a 2-way splitter. Take 1 line directly to the modem. Take the other side to an 8-way and check reception. Try to find a good quality amplifier if needed. DO NOT amplify the modem side. This way would be best for your modem speed. Although not best for reception. Another way is to use an 8-way splitter. Most systems have 15db at the tap. If you lose 4db from the drop, depending on quality of cable and distance to the ground blk, you would have 11db left. An 8-way has a 11db loss. depending on your cable length to the tv's, you might have a satisfactory picture. The modem can work at a negative signal but might be slowed down going thru the 8-way. As someone else suggested, another drop would benifit you greatly. Hope this laid out your options for you.
> Hi,
> First off, I'm not a Cable Tv expert just a normal Joe.
> What I want to do is hook up 7 TV's + 1 cable modem in my home with only one incoming analog cable line. I'm worried my signal will be so degraded from being split my picture quality will suck. Should I buy an amplifier or what do I need to keep my signal strong to each set. Is there a viagra for analog cable? Thanks!!!
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> Jim
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