TO AMP OR NOT TO AMP this is the question

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Hi guys I have a high gain ariel on freeview tv, panasonic viera 50", i want to split the signal to a freeview set in the bedroom,

do i need to fit an amplifier for the 2 tv,s??? or can i just use F plug splitter

reards Dave
 

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Depends on the strength and quality of the received signal. Why not try a splitter first and see.
 

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satelliteman said:
Depends on the strength and quality of the received signal. Why not try a splitter first and see.

Signal strength 70% quality 100% and should get better on strength when transmitter goes digital in march

regards Dave
 

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As Satelliteman says try the splitter first its the cheapest option and may well be ok with your signal readings.

If reception proves to be poor with the splitter then you can add the amp!
 

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kenny1234 said:
As Satelliteman says try the splitter first its the cheapest option and may well be ok with your signal readings.

If reception proves to be poor with the splitter then you can add the amp!

thanks for your advice

regards dave
 

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Just to let you know i split the signal with an "f" plug block and i,m seeing no drop in signal values,

so the answer to the O P was NOT TO AMP!!!

regards Dave
 
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