ᐅ How to Distribute and Connect Satellite TV Cable and Ethernet?
Created on: 28 Dec 2021 00:10
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Pacc666Hello,
We have reached the stage of electrical planning for our new build.
We plan to distribute Ethernet cables in a star topology to all rooms, running them from the utility room to each room, and connect all cable ends in the utility room with a switch.
We also want to install the satellite cable in a similar way. But regarding the satellite cable, how is this usually done in new builds?
We will install one satellite dish on the roof and run a conduit to the utility room. But how do we then distribute the satellite cable to all rooms?
What types of satellite dishes are commonly used nowadays?
Is Unicable technology the standard now, and how does Unicable wiring work?
I hope you can help me.
We have reached the stage of electrical planning for our new build.
We plan to distribute Ethernet cables in a star topology to all rooms, running them from the utility room to each room, and connect all cable ends in the utility room with a switch.
We also want to install the satellite cable in a similar way. But regarding the satellite cable, how is this usually done in new builds?
We will install one satellite dish on the roof and run a conduit to the utility room. But how do we then distribute the satellite cable to all rooms?
What types of satellite dishes are commonly used nowadays?
Is Unicable technology the standard now, and how does Unicable wiring work?
I hope you can help me.
Today, if building a new house, I would definitely choose satellite again. The criteria vary so much!
Anyway:
You can choose between two systems:
- Single-cable solution: many connection outlets are apparently wired in series—one cable supplies several outlets. The satellite receivers then tell the intelligent switch, “send me the signal for channel XYZ.”
Advantages: less cabling needed. Disadvantage: preselection of the programs to be distributed is necessary. Not all satellite receivers support this function.
- Star wiring: from a central satellite switch, one cable runs to each outlet. Supports up to 8 devices without problems; parallel distribution with radio/DAB, DVB-T, DVB-S is easier.
Disadvantage: more cables to install; at the star point, the cable bundle can be quite thick with many devices (e.g., more than 16).
A dish size of 80cm (31.5 inches) is recommended (reserve for rainy weather).
Anyway:
You can choose between two systems:
- Single-cable solution: many connection outlets are apparently wired in series—one cable supplies several outlets. The satellite receivers then tell the intelligent switch, “send me the signal for channel XYZ.”
Advantages: less cabling needed. Disadvantage: preselection of the programs to be distributed is necessary. Not all satellite receivers support this function.
- Star wiring: from a central satellite switch, one cable runs to each outlet. Supports up to 8 devices without problems; parallel distribution with radio/DAB, DVB-T, DVB-S is easier.
Disadvantage: more cables to install; at the star point, the cable bundle can be quite thick with many devices (e.g., more than 16).
A dish size of 80cm (31.5 inches) is recommended (reserve for rainy weather).
Same here... I would also definitely go with satellite. Why would anyone want to limit themselves?
The 1000 euros for the complete system is hardly noticeable in the overall house construction costs. But afterwards, you have all options available and are not dependent on signing contracts.
But back to the topic. As you and others have noticed, there are two main approaches.
Unicable is usually the worse option.
Multiswitch + Quattro LNB with star distribution inside the house is the best solution.
There are different opinions about the dish size, but with 80cm (31 inches) you are equipped for everything a typical user needs.
Make sure to have a secure mounting and equipotential bonding. If necessary, also lightning protection.
The 1000 euros for the complete system is hardly noticeable in the overall house construction costs. But afterwards, you have all options available and are not dependent on signing contracts.
But back to the topic. As you and others have noticed, there are two main approaches.
Unicable is usually the worse option.
Multiswitch + Quattro LNB with star distribution inside the house is the best solution.
There are different opinions about the dish size, but with 80cm (31 inches) you are equipped for everything a typical user needs.
Make sure to have a secure mounting and equipotential bonding. If necessary, also lightning protection.
Thank you.
So, Unicable satellite is not the best option even though it is the newer technology?
How do multiswitches work? Do you need 4 cables from the satellite dish to the equipment room, then connect them to the multiswitch, and from the multiswitch run 1 cable to each room?
Is it possible to record one channel and watch another at the same time in one room using a single cable? Or would I need at least 2 cables per room for that?
So, Unicable satellite is not the best option even though it is the newer technology?
How do multiswitches work? Do you need 4 cables from the satellite dish to the equipment room, then connect them to the multiswitch, and from the multiswitch run 1 cable to each room?
Is it possible to record one channel and watch another at the same time in one room using a single cable? Or would I need at least 2 cables per room for that?
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