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Review on GE Digital 2-Way Coaxial Cable Splitter 5-2500 MHz, RG6 Compatible, HD TV, Satellite, High Speed Internet, Amplifier, Antenna, Gold Plated Connectors, Corrosion Resistant, 33526 by Jeremy Meza

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great inexpensive 2-way splitter, but watch out for internal diodes.

This 2-way splitter worked great in my situation, but be aware that the splitter appears to have a few diodes that may affect its applicability in your situation. Perfect fit for mine. Setup (see photo uploaded): We have a TV below powered by an attic antenna boosted by an RCA amplifier purchased from Revain. RCA Amplifier Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/ B003P92D9Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The power supply/insert is located on the bottom of the TV and the amplifier is mounted next to the antenna in the attic. The downstairs power supply supplies about 19.7V DC to the amplifier via the center coaxial cable / We added a TV to the upstairs bedroom and I split the amplified antenna cable with this splitter to power the new TV. Both televisions are now receiving a strong and clear signal. About diodes. In the photo uploaded I have sketched the visible internal DC circuit of the splitter. My guess is that the diodes are added to prevent DC from being passed from the powered output of the splitter to the second output which may have a device that doesn't expect DC and isn't designed for it. This eliminates the need for a DC bypass capacitor on our upstairs TV. A good idea as a bypass capacitor adds additional unwanted signal loss. I hope my photo makes things clear.

Pros
  • Satellite TV Equipment
Cons
  • Operating Speed