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RE: RG6 vs CT100


  • To: "'ukha_d@xxxxxxx'" <ukha_d@xxxxxxx>
  • Subject: RE: RG6 vs CT100
  • From: James Hoye <jhoye@xxxxxxx>
  • Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2000 11:40:08 -0000
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> I have installed CT100 cables for TV distribution in my house. I am
> considering signing up to NTL's digital cable service and
> they tell me that
> my existing cables (CT100) will not do and that I need RG6
> instead. Are they
> right? Does anyone know the difference between CT100 and RG6?

Sounds like they could be talking bollocks.  RG6 is standard 75 ohm coaxial
cable isn't it?  Surely CT100 is far superior being shielded in addition.

Perhaps you installed your CT100 in the wrong direction, and the cheaper
RG6
being bi-directional wouldn't matter ;-)

James H

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