[mythtv-users] OTA interference with cable causing ghosting

Allen Edwards allen.edwards at oldpaloalto.com
Sun Aug 3 15:05:09 UTC 2008


Tom Dexter wrote:
> On Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 12:08 PM, Mache Creeger <mache at creeger.com> wrote:
>> Ah...my mistake.  I hadn't noticed that.  Another option is to use
>> coax-seal:
>>
>> http://www.coaxseal.com/
>>
>> I've just recently bought some of that.  I wish I was aware of it when
>> I put up my antenna.  At some point when the cable it due to be
>> replaced I plan on using that.
>>
>> Tom
>>
>> You need to use compression F connectors and not crimp. Compression is what
>> all the professional installers use. Its weather proof.
>>
>> I use Thomas & Betts' SNS6QS SNAP N SEAL compression "F" connectors. You
>> will need a compression termination tool.
>>
>> -- Mache
>>
>>
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> 
> Yea, I'm definitely going that route when I need to replace my antenna
> cable, though I'll probably use the coax-seal as well.
> 
> Thanks....and thanks for the links Allen.
> 
> Tom

I know you mean use the coax-seal on the crimp connectors and you know 
that you don't need the coax-seal on the snap n seal connectors.  I say 
this just to clarify it in case someone looks at this later.

The CATV guys used the gold crimp connectors before the snap-n-seal came 
out so they are not the end of the world especially with the high 
quality crimp tool you have and the coax-seal.

You should also get a coax stripper like this
https://www.tselectronic.com/cooper/2cskcatv.html

But you might consider this tool that will do the stripping and assemble 
the snap-n-seal for not too much money!
https://www.tselectronic.com/sargent/8600esc.html

Allen



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