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Re: Detecting where a coax cable goes to

Subject: Re: Detecting where a coax cable goes to
From: Robert L Bass <sales@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2006 02:20:42 -0300
Newsgroups: comp.home.automation
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> And now the question: is there a way to determine, without buying
> expensive equipment, which cable in the attic leads to which room?

Yes, there is.  Disconnect all of the cables from the splitter.
One at a time, test the cables for continuity using a cheap ($15
or so at RatShak) VOM meter while your SO walks around downstairs
shorting each jack with a piece of wire.  When the meter beeps,
shout "STOP" and have her shout back what room she's in.  Write
it down on a piece of adhesive tape and wrap that around the
cable.  Repeat.

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Regards,
Robert L Bass

Bass Burglar Alarms
The Online DIY Store
http://www.BassBurglarAlarms.com

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