“I have (1) ,75 mile antenna in my attic . Can I attach a two way splitter for two separate TV sets. Also what is the best coaxial cable to use for this?”
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Using a 75‑mile Antenna with a Splitter Yes, you can attach a 2‑way splitter to your attic antenna to feed two separate TVs. Here’s what you need to know: Splitter Considerations - Balanced Splitter: Use a 2‑way balanced splitter (each port has equal signal loss). - Signal Loss: Expect about 3.5 dB loss per port. With a strong attic antenna rated for 75 miles, this is usually fine. - Amplifier Option: If you notice pixelation or weak channels after splitting, add a distribution amplifier or use a powered splitter to compensate for the loss. Best Coaxial Cable for Antenna + Splitter Setup - RG6 Coaxial Cable: - Standard for HDTV, antennas, and satellite. - Lower signal loss compared to older RG59. - Handles frequencies up to 3 GHz, which is more than enough for OTA TV. - Quad‑Shield RG6: - Extra shielding against interference (especially useful in urban areas like NYC). - Recommended if your cable runs are long or near electrical wiring. - Indoor vs Outdoor Jacket: - Use indoor RG6 for attic and inside walls. - Use outdoor‑rated RG6 (UV‑resistant, weatherproof jacket) if any part of the run goes outside. Practical Setup Steps - Run RG6 coax from your antenna to the input of the 2‑way splitter. - Connect each TV with RG6 coax from the splitter outputs. - If one TV is much farther away, use a longer RG6 cable but keep runs as short as possible to reduce loss. - If signal drops after splitting, add a signal amplifier near the antenna before the splitter. Bottom Line - Yes, a 2‑way splitter will work with your 75‑mile attic antenna. - Use RG6 coaxial cable (preferably quad‑shield) for best performance. - Consider an amplifier if you notice signal loss after splitting. Would you like me to recommend a specific 2‑way splitter and RG6 cable kit that’s MoCA‑compatible as well, so it future‑proofs your setup for DVRs or streaming boxes?
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, I have used a splitter that way. Shielded outdoor coax RG6 wire. If you go more than 25 ft may need a signal transformer depending on your antenna location and your OTA region strenghts. I chose to set an outdoor antenna to avoid interferences you might get in an attic,again it all depends your home location and elevation within the OTA reachs, signals dont go through hills or high elevations, dont forget earth is not flat.
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