Split satellite cable - how it works
If you only have one satellite cable, but want to connect several receivers or TV sets to it, you can split the satellite cable. This means that several devices can be supplied with the satellite signal. We explain how this works in this practical tip.
How to split your satellite cable
If you want to split a satellite signal, you need at least three satellite cables. One of them comes into the satellite socket in the wall. You need the other two for the satellite splitter. In addition, you need a satellite distributor if you don't already have one.
- First plug a satellite cable into the satellite socket on the wall. Make sure that the satellite cable is firmly seated in the socket.
- Now attach the splitter to the other end of the satellite cable that you previously inserted into the wall socket. To do this, plug the satellite cable into the "In-Port" of the distributor (see picture).
- Next, plug the other two satellite cables into the two "out ports" of the satellite distributor (see picture).
- You can then connect these two satellite cables to two receivers or TV sets.
- Always make sure that you connect the satellite cables securely to avoid loss of quality.
- If you want to continue splitting out your satellite signal, you need a satellite multiswitch. Here you proceed similarly as above. However, the multiswitch requires additional electricity.
