TV Tuner

[PoPPeR]

In a previous thread someone told me to make sure I didn't use RG59 cable's for my cable internet box. Does the same apply to the TV Tuner as well? It's a Leadtek XP2000 Deluxe

 

[ctk1981]

The only difference(s) between RG6 and RG59 is the thickness of the insulating material, size of the core wire, and the type of foil shielding used. RG6 generally can produce a better picture. Both are 75ohms. RG6 is also typically plenum rated, which means if it ever catches on fire it will not produce a toxic gas while burning. There is also Quad shield RG6 but thats kinda overkill for a tv tuner.

 

[PoPPeR]

ic. Well I went ahead and just picked up a 12 foot RG6 "great quality" cable from Fry's. Compared it to a Philips RG6 Quad shield and noticed no difference. Thanks for the help

 

[bendixG15]

ckelly gave you the straight stuff....RG6 has better noise insulation then RG59.