Splitter for DVR and Cable Modem

Your cheap splitter is for analog signals.  Anything rated under 1 GHz will have problems passing digital signals.

Look for a bi-directional splitter with a frequency range of at least 1 GHz.  Don't go too high with the frequency range because 2-3 GHz is for satellite signals.

Thanks for the reply!  How can you tell if it's a digital or analog splitter?  I don't see much of a distinction in the item descriptions for other splitters on Amazon, although a few mention digital HD.  

Would something like this probably work?  

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00108UNEY/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=12PCAV69AUQFJ&coliid=IM1186Y24JZR3

Appreciate the response.  

Splitter aren't rated for analog and digital.  The frequency range indicates if the splitter will properly handle digital signals.  Digital signals for HDTV extend to 800 MHz, so get a splitter rated to at least 1 GHz.  (1000 MHz = 1 GHz)

Get a splitter with only the number of outputs you need.  For example, if you only need 1 output for your set-top box and 1 for your modem, get a splitter with 2-3 outputs...not 8 outputs.  Fewer outputs can lessen the db loss and improve your picture.

Look for quality splitters from reputable companies, such as Accell...Cables-To-Go...Mediabridge...Monoprice.  Quality splitters are better constructed and sealed to keep out moisture and dust.

While you're upgrading, check your coaxial cables.  You should have RG-6 cables.  If you need to purchase RG-6 cables, prevent attenuation (signal weakening) by only getting the length you'll need.  For example, if you only need 6 feet of cable, don't install 25 feet and keep it coiled behind your entertainment center.  The more cable a signal has to run through, the weaker it gets.

Bruce said:

Your cheap splitter is an analog splitter.  Anything rated under 1 GHz will have problems passing digital signals.

Look for a bi-directional splitter with a frequency range of at least 1 GHz.  Don't go too high with the frequency range because 2-3 GHz is for satellite signals.

According to Amazon, that splitter is rated to 2.4 GHz (2400 MHz.)

fumanstan said:

Thanks for the reply!  How can you tell if it's a digital or analog splitter?  I don't see much of a distinction in the item descriptions for other splitters on Amazon, although a few mention digital HD.  

Would something like this probably work?  

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00108UNEY/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=12PCAV69AUQFJ&coliid=IM1186Y24JZR3

Appreciate the response.  

No such thing as a "digital" or "analog" splitter. What are your DVR signal strengths and S/N ratios with and without the splitter?

Thanks, the initial mention of my splitter being for analog signals confused me.  As mentioned, the monoprice splitter I have mentions 2400mhz, so I assumed it would be fine. 

I'll try and grab signal levels.  

I didn't check the specs on Amazon.  I read "cheap" and assumed (I know) it was built for a VCR.  2.4 GHz would properly handle digital signals.  However, splitters do go bad...even cheap ones from the factory.  Send it back for a replacement.