When my cable was originally installed they hooked it up to a 3 way splitter. 2 of the outputs are listed as -7db (1 going to analog tv in bedroom and the other -7db to modem [30mb service at that time]. The
-3.5db to the HDTV in living room. I have my doubts that it was done correctly to begin with.
I have a couple of different questions on the subject. Which is the stronger signal and how would it be best to break it down to 4 outputs? If I split a -3.5db would it make two -7db or would splitting
-7db make two -3.5db? Which is stronger? What is sufficient? I know what a decibel is relating to sound but I have no idea how it relates to data transfer speed. If someone could briefly explain the difference.
I want most of my bandwidth to go to my modem and my HDbox in living room. The other 2 outputs I'm just using 2-99ch analog. As it stands now my internet connection doesn't seem to perform as well as it could and I get some occasional freezing on my HD signal. Everything in my hard wired network checks out fine. I have checked all connections inside and I am using high quality cable. I also had the cable company come out and check the line outside and they even installed a new lock box. I am also concidering an inline booster, or even a powered one if it would make a noticable difference.
If there is anyone with an electronics degree out there that could show me the light I would be most grateful. I basically just want to make sure I'm doing everything from the wall to the devices as efficiently as I can possibly do it. thanks, pm