Today, almost all apartments or private houses have a TV in almost every room. Where should the functional antenna socket be located?
To get a better quality signal, experts recommend using a modern efficient cable, such as SAT 703. The use of PK-75 cables and their analogues is not at all relevant now. Reasons:
- Poor signal quality.
- The cable is highly susceptible to waves from electrical appliances.
Therefore, it is wise to lay modern cables. If the cables go to the TVs in the apartment, a special wiring is used, then it is better to place the wires at least 10 cm apart. Although many modern TV models have special filters. They protect against interference in the household electrical network. Yes, and household devices with radiation is becoming less and less. If the house has such a technique, then the indicated criterion can be ignored and the wires can be mounted more tightly.
Mounting diagrams for TV outlets
If the apartment has at least two TVs, and there is only one opening for the antenna cable to enter, competent wiring is needed. For this, a special splitter is used - a splitter. It has one input and 2-4 outputs.
Connecting an antenna socket can be done in several ways. The choice of this or that scheme is determined by the specifics of the apartment and the conditions of work.
There are such schemes for these operations:
- "Star".
- Checkpoint.
Star pattern
When the antenna signal or the signal in the cable system is of good power, no special signal amplifier is required. The signal is simply routed to the desired number of TV outlets. Otherwise, such an amplifier is needed. And for it you need to provide a place with a power adapter in the distributor. The input of this device is connected to the antenna, and the output follows the TV, a splitter. In the above diagram, it is located before the adder.
Installing antenna sockets according to this scheme is very popular. The reasons for this are as follows:
- The cables exit from one section. This greatly facilitates the installation of the junction box.
- Signals barely fade.
- If any antenna socket is faulty, it does not affect other such elements in the network.
The main disadvantage of this scheme is associated with the substantial waste of the antenna cable. But if the owners make repairs for many years, then saving on cable is notlogical.
Flow circuit
Mounting antenna sockets according to this scheme connects them in series into a group. The number of sockets depends on their models and brands. For example, for "Schneider" models from the "Unica" category, the maximum number of through sockets is 3. The reason is that in each such socket the signal attenuates in a certain way.
The final socket in this plan is the terminal one. The image below shows the combined plan. Here, sockets are connected using a single and pass-through method. Where the splitter exits, a standard single antenna socket is located on the left side (TV1- in the diagram). On the right side there are through sockets, three pieces (TV2-TV4). Also at the end of the circuit there is another outlet - the terminal (TV5).
If the signal from the provider is very strong, you can arrange a circuit of 10 sockets (maximum).
This connection method allows you to seriously save on the purchase of an antenna cable. There are also weaknesses here:
- In the initial through socket, the contact may break, or it may be of poor quality. As a result, subsequent sockets remain without a signal.
- High price tags.
Varieties of TV outlets
The socket with antenna has three varieties, namely:
- Terminals. They close the through wiring.
- Checkpoints. Provided for stub circuit. In it, they are assigned the following positions: the very beginning and the middle.
- Single or standard. Usually involved inscheme "Star". Their connection goes directly to the splitter.
The nuances of choosing a TV outlet
When choosing the right outlet, it is important to consider the following factors:
- Kind of wires. They should not impair the interior, they must be suitable for flush mounting.
- Number of working TV sets and methods of their connection. Pass-through and single outlets may be required. For example, to effectively connect three receivers, you need to mount three outlets: two through, one terminal.
- Their appearance. It should be neat and attractive.
- Materials must be very strong.
- Convenience for installation work and subsequent operation.
Best TV Positions
Today, very often the TV is mounted on the wall. This requires calculations of its optimal positions. The positions of the screen are determined by the location of the furniture and the place from where the main TV viewing is planned. Experts advise against placing the receiver in front of a window.
The socket block must be covered. Your preferred viewing position is used to make the final decision on TV height.
Due to the correct calculations in this matter:
- Sockets, contacts, wires will be completely hidden behind the TV.
- The TV will be pressed against the wall as tightly as possible, it will become part of the design.
- There will be no difficulties with the bracket for the receiver.
- Will be easy to connect: twisted pair cable, HDMI cable, hard drive and other communications.
Installation of an antenna outlet in living rooms is usually done at a height of 1.3-1.4 m from the floor to the middle of the outlet.
The calculation of the position of the outlet in other places must take into account the height of the TV mount. Half the height of this receiver is added to it. Next, the height of the rosette frame is subtracted.
Example.
The TV is 50 cm high (half is 25). The height of its fasteners is 135 cm, and the frame is 9 cm. The arithmetic is simple: 135 + 25 - 9=153 cm. This is the optimal height for the socket block. According to these results, outlets typically do not reach the top edge of the TV by 4-5 cm (minimum).
Preparing TV cable
The antenna socket is connected to the receiver using a piece of cable and two adapters (for TV and socket). The length is calculated, a part is cut off from the cable. Both ends are prepared for mounting adapters.
From the edge at a distance of 1, 2-1, 5 cm, a circular incision along the outer insulation. It is important not to damage the braid. The PVC insulation remains. Uninsulated braid must be twisted, folded over the foil and carefully cut.
The second similar cut follows the dielectric at a distance of 1-2 cm from the edge. The dielectric itself is removed, the rod is exposed (it is made of copper). An F-connector must be screwed onto the cable. Then you can screw in the plug having the tip. The same operations are performed with the other end of the cable.
The cable is prepared. With it, the socket interacts with the TV. Then you can install the outlet, strictly following the correct algorithm of actions.
Criteria for correct installationTV sockets
For example, a single product from Schneider is used. Its name is MGU5.462.18ZD.
The following is a step-by-step instruction on how to connect this antenna socket
1. Its body is removed from the socket. The space for the socket is cut out - the mounting box. From the cable coming out of it, you need to save 15 cm.
2. Part of its outer insulation is being eliminated. Only the shielding braid and the main core remain. How many centimeters should remain is indicated in the image below.
3. The front panel is removed. The clamping screw is loosened. This will allow the cable to freely enter the hole provided for it.
For a better view, the image of the outlet from the bottom of the cable entry is proposed
The photo shows a hole through which you can visually control the connections of the main core of the cable.
The second hole is for the screen. These are the socket connection points.
4. The cable is placed in the hole according to the existing arrow to the limit and clamped. A clamping mechanism is used for clamping. The screw turns. No extra effort is needed here. The main thing is that the cable should not hang out. Otherwise, the incoming signal may contain interference.
5. Before placing the socket in the mounting box, you need to ring it. For this, a tester is used. The task is to identify a short circuit of the braid with the main core. If there are no short circuits or other defects,you can put the outlet.
6. Without kinks in the cable, the socket is neatly placed in the mounting box and fixed with screws. The front console of the socket is put on and snapped into place. Before the final fixation of the screws and the placement of the frame, the socket is aligned. A mini level is being used.
7. A decorative frame is attached. This is the climax of the installation.
Conclusion
The operation of self-mounting a TV outlet is not difficult. It is important to correctly position the TV, the position of the outlet and follow the steps of the indicated algorithm.
