Sky/FTA set up - what cable?

Ideo

We have Sky HD set up at home and I was thinking of running a FTA box from the quad LNB thats in place.

I've read a few threads and it seems easy enough to do but I was just wondering what cable do I need to use? standard coax cable? Is that the same cable that runs form the NTL box to the back off the TV?

Also, would you get the same FTA stations from a sky box as a dedicated FTA box? The only difference is that the FTA box has added functionality in terms of menus, 7 day tv guide etc?

mike65

I use bog standard co-ax, its over 40 metres long and delivers a strong enough signal.

Ideo

Cool, thanks for the reply. An ideas on the FTA box or Sky box Qs?

ScrubsfanChris

Tx-100 if you are going over 20-30 metres, a bit more expensive but worth it. You will also need two F connectors.

mike65

Bits and pieces

http://www.satellitetv.ie/shop/index.php?controller=category&path=57
http://www.satellitetv.ie/shop/index.php?controller=category&path=21_26

I have a Sky dish in FTA mode and find its usability grand, full programme details on EPG, the schedule runs for 7 days.

Tony

No such thing as bog standard coax, there are many types all designed for specific applications. At the very least you should use RG6 but for a little extra you can get CAI approved tx 100 cable.

mike65 wrote: »

I use bog standard co-ax

Ideo

Cheers for the replies lads, it's much appreciated. I'll do a little more reading and let you know how I get on

Ideo

ps seems you can only 'thank' two posters per day!

John mac

you managed 4 today!