1. Determine the locations where video service is required. Mount a backless wall box
at each location. The wall box holds the wall plate and connector that allow
you to connect your devices to the network. Keep in mind the route that
the cables must run when locating the devices. As a general rule, maintain
a minimum of 12" between network cabling and electrical wiring. Avoid
putting sharp bends or kinks in the cable path as these can degrade network
performance and picture quality.
2. Pull RG-6 cable
from the splitter or multi-switch to each location where video service is
required. RG-59 cable is no longer recommended due to higher signal loss.
Pull individual runs of cable for each location. The runs should be pulled
to the locations with no splices. Each outlet needs a single run of coaxial
cable, do not daisy chain or connect multiple outlets together. Limit individual
cable runs to each outlet from the CATV splitter or satellite multi-switch
to 200 feet or less.
3. Once the cable is in place, terminate each end of the cable with an F-connector designed
to fit RG-6 coaxial cable. Follow the instructions included with the connector for termination.
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Always use a connector rated for the cable (ex: RG-6 cable should be
terminated with an RG-6 connector). |
Using a cable stripper, strip cable to the standard 1/4"x1/4" two-step strip as shown below.
Push the F connector onto the cable until the white dielectric is flush with
the hole in the connector as shown and then crimp to secure the connection.
Snap the connector into the wall plate.
4. Connect the incoming video service signal to the input port of the splitter (shown)
or multi-switch. Connect each cable run to an output port of the splitter
(shown) or multi-switch. Use a tester designed to check wiring configuration
to ensure the connections are properly terminated.
5. For cable or antenna service, connect the television directly to the connector
in the wall plate. For satellite or digital cable service, connect the
service providers set top box or receiver to the connector in the wall plate.
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