Cable Signal Strength

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	Question by Roy Reinier posted 17 Dec 2005
	Cable Signal Strength
Is there any way I can check the strength of my cable signal on my own? It goes through an 8 way splitter and I'm wondering about how strong a signal I'm getting at the TV.
	Answer by Joseph Golan posted 18 Dec 2005
Dear Roy, You will need an RF meter, generally is you have a good picture it is fine, snow pictures are an indication of signal loss. There are many things that can be done to over come this problem: Amplify the signal BEFORE it goes into the splitter Use low loss connectors, splitters and cable User a higher grade cable for longer runs Use the proper cable (RG-59 is not a proper cable for CATV) minimum is quad shielded RG-6 for proper signal Sincerely, Joseph Golan, RCDD
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