Motorola Signal Booster 4 Port BDA S4 Cable Modem TV HDTV Amplifier
January 31, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
There is nothing worse than having a great TV to watch your favorite programs, while having a grainy or pixilated (digital cable) picture. Motorola BDA amplifiers give your TV signal a boost while maintaining full compatibility with all of your cable services. Simply install the BDA-S4 where your cable or antenna comes into your house and begin enjoying a better picture, faster downloads, and a more reliable HD or Digital TV signal. With a name like Motorola, how can you go wrong? The BDA-S4 is fully compatible with all cable TV standards, cable boxes, cable modems, routers, HDTV and more.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Highly Recommended
Wow! This booster has changed my TV watching experience. My picture quality was very poor prior to installing the booster. I had lines on all my local channels and the picture quality was weak. The cable company couldn’t come up with any solutions and provided some bad reasons for the problem. I went online and did some research and found this signal booster. Is my picture quality 100% perfect…no, but the improvement is huge and the money spent for a higher quality splitter was well worth it. The only complaint is that you have to purchase a coaxial cord/connector to connect the booster to the power source…I didn’t realize this at the time of purchase so I had to make an extra trip to the store.
5 Stars Great Produc!
I recently had a cable telephone installed, this added another splitter to my main feed line. Causing my high speed cable modem power level to drop to -19db(not very stable), as well as weakening my HD TV QAM channels signal (no hd channels). Adding this amp and removing all the other splitters dramatically increased my signal strength. My cable modem is now running at -2db(0 is perfect), and the HD channels are back. No problems with the phone either. I would highly recommend this amp to anyone with low signal strength. Worked great for me.
5 Stars Works wonders for spotty cable reception
This is the 4-port version of the Motorola Signal Booster, combining that product’s high-quality 15 dB cable/antenna drop amplifier with an integrated 4-port splitter so you can use this device with up to four TVs (or a cable modem and three TVs) with without having to buy a separate high-bandwidth signal splitter.
So who would benefit from a cable amplifier like this? Anyone who is having difficulty receiving a solid and reliable cable TV or cable modem signal is a candidate for the BDA-S4, but first check with your cable company to make sure they have done all they can to get a high quality cable feed into your home, along with high quality cables, splitters and connectors. If they’ve “been there, done that,” and you still notice frequent outages of your cable internet service, or pixelated (distorted) images on live or recorded TV shows from cable, then you may very well need a drop amp like this one.
This four-output amplifier is particularly helpful if you are splitting a cable signal coming into your house to multiple rooms for multiple TV feeds (and this is perfectly legal to do, per the Cable Act of 1992). Whenever you split a cable signal, you lose approximately 3 dB (decibels) of signal strength. Split a signal enough times and it can cause you to lose your cable modem feed or get sporadic distortion on your digital cable channels. Insert a cable amplifier like this into your cable feed as close as possible to where it enters the home and it will boost the signal enough to survive multiple splits and, in most cases, will allow you to enjoy a glitch-free cable TV signal throughout your home as well as a solid high-speed internet connection.
Why is this amp’s “two-way” or “bi-directional” capability important? A two-way feed or “return” feed support is necessary in order to properly support a broadband cable modem (for data upload and download) and to support interactive cable services such as PPV (pay per view) and interactive guides. A one-way amplifier will boost overall signal reception, but it will not work with a modem or interactive cable services. The BDA-S4 works perfectly with both.
The BDA-S4 won’t work miracles. Again, always check your incoming signal, cable and connector quality first. But if you’ve done all that and are still having trouble, this little cable signal amp can be a real life-saver. It also works fine for OTA (over the air) HDTV signal amplification. A full review of the Motorola Signal Booster is available on Big Picture Big Sound’s web site. Our writer’s cable reception in Manhattan went from spotty to near perfect with this simple little amp. Highly recommended.
5 Stars Woks as promised
This is very worthwhile product for anyone who has a weak cable signal or a deteriorated signal because of too much signal-splitting. Turn it off and you’ll really see the difference!
2 Stars Not good for Over-The-Air HD signal reception
I have only an HD antenna to receive over the air reception. Some of my stations have borderline signals that come and go, and occasionally the sound drops out. I can receive 14 stations.
I hoped this amplifier would increase the signal so those channels would come in with less dropped signals but I was wrong. With the amplifier hooked up, I receive 11 stations and each was a little weaker. For me then, this product doesn’t work. I returned it.
I do not know why it did not amplify the signal but the strength of each station was much less on the signal meter.
PCT 1 PORT BI DIRECTIONAL CABLE TV HDTV AMPLIFIER SIGNAL BOOSTER WITH PASSIVE RETURN PATH
January 23, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
PRODUCT FEATURES:Ultra small form factor for ease of installation in confined spacesLightweight powder coated and weather sealed housing for superior corrosion protectionLED power indicatorPassive return6 KV, 3KA combination wave (B3) surge withstand on all “F” portsPrecision machined SCTE compliant sealed “F” portsPatented DSM seizure technology provides better performance than 360 contacts
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Works better than expected
This unit worked great. Easy installation. I could not get 3 of the local HD channels before the PCT Amp. Now all channels come in crystal clear. Saved me from having to buy and install a new antenna. This is a great and inexpensive product that provides a good fix for weak TV signals.
5 Stars Simple fix produces a great picture
I have a long cable run from the basement to the attic of a 2 story house then the cable splits and runs back down to the 2′nd floor rooms. Before installing the amp, an HD TV which is connected to a digital cable box was unable to show some of the channels and in another room, an analog TV had a very snowy pictuure. I installed the amp in the basement (very simple install) on the run leading up to the attic. Now both TV’s have GREAT pictures with all channels working.
Delivery by CableTVamps was very prompt
4 Stars Great product for the price
Basically it works as advertised. Had two splitters and the longest end going to bedroom about 30 feet long. Picture on some channels really weak. And although it is not supposed to help with cable internet, it has boosted my speed test results (tested several times ). My HDTV now picks up channels I didn’t even know I had.
4 Stars digital ampligier
This product greatly improved the signal to a television located a good distance from where my antenna comes into the house.
1 Star Very Disppointed
Something must be wrong and i don’t know what.The four channel one i bought works great.I put this signal amp behind one T.V.being it is a single amp. I was worried about overload.Boy did i get a wrong number.It did nothing to improve the signal it made it worse.The signal is coming in from cable to a four way splitter and one of the T.V’s is weak in four channels.I figured i hooked it up wrong.No,i had three people look at it.So i figured i had some bad cable,no i used three different 75 ohm pieces and no change.I mean how can i screw up a one output amp,and i am pretty sure its from the same company.I know it is.To make matters worse i bought two of them.Now i haven’t tried the second one yet.Like i say something is wrong.I will call the company on Monday.Stay tuned.One more thing the price difference between this sellers is well, how does one sell it for Thirty five dollars less than the other.Stay tuned i hooked it up wrong.( according to seller)
Motorola Signal Booster 4 Port BDA S4 Cable Modem TV HDTV Amplifier
May 11, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
There is nothing worse than having a great TV to watch your favorite programs, while having a grainy or pixilated (digital cable) picture. Motorola BDA amplifiers give your TV signal a boost while maintaining full compatibility with all of your cable services. Simply install the BDA-S4 where your cable or antenna comes into your house and begin enjoying a better picture, faster downloads, and a more reliable HD or Digital TV signal. With a name like Motorola, how can you go wrong? The BDA-S4 is fully compatible with all cable TV standards, cable boxes, cable modems, routers, HDTV and more.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Great Produc!
I recently had a cable telephone installed, this added another splitter to my main feed line. Causing my high speed cable modem power level to drop to -19db(not very stable), as well as weakening my HD TV QAM channels signal (no hd channels). Adding this amp and removing all the other splitters dramatically increased my signal strength. My cable modem is now running at -2db(0 is perfect), and the HD channels are back. No problems with the phone either. I would highly recommend this amp to anyone with low signal strength. Worked great for me.
5 Stars Works wonders for spotty cable reception
This is the 4-port version of the Motorola Signal Booster, combining that product’s high-quality 15 dB cable/antenna drop amplifier with an integrated 4-port splitter so you can use this device with up to four TVs (or a cable modem and three TVs) with without having to buy a separate high-bandwidth signal splitter.
So who would benefit from a cable amplifier like this? Anyone who is having difficulty receiving a solid and reliable cable TV or cable modem signal is a candidate for the BDA-S4, but first check with your cable company to make sure they have done all they can to get a high quality cable feed into your home, along with high quality cables, splitters and connectors. If they’ve “been there, done that,” and you still notice frequent outages of your cable internet service, or pixelated (distorted) images on live or recorded TV shows from cable, then you may very well need a drop amp like this one.
This four-output amplifier is particularly helpful if you are splitting a cable signal coming into your house to multiple rooms for multiple TV feeds (and this is perfectly legal to do, per the Cable Act of 1992). Whenever you split a cable signal, you lose approximately 3 dB (decibels) of signal strength. Split a signal enough times and it can cause you to lose your cable modem feed or get sporadic distortion on your digital cable channels. Insert a cable amplifier like this into your cable feed as close as possible to where it enters the home and it will boost the signal enough to survive multiple splits and, in most cases, will allow you to enjoy a glitch-free cable TV signal throughout your home as well as a solid high-speed internet connection.
Why is this amp’s “two-way” or “bi-directional” capability important? A two-way feed or “return” feed support is necessary in order to properly support a broadband cable modem (for data upload and download) and to support interactive cable services such as PPV (pay per view) and interactive guides. A one-way amplifier will boost overall signal reception, but it will not work with a modem or interactive cable services. The BDA-S4 works perfectly with both.
The BDA-S4 won’t work miracles. Again, always check your incoming signal, cable and connector quality first. But if you’ve done all that and are still having trouble, this little cable signal amp can be a real life-saver. It also works fine for OTA (over the air) HDTV signal amplification. A full review of the Motorola Signal Booster is available on Big Picture Big Sound’s web site. Our writer’s cable reception in Manhattan went from spotty to near perfect with this simple little amp. Highly recommended.
2 Stars Not good for Over-The-Air HD signal reception
I have only an HD antenna to receive over the air reception. Some of my stations have borderline signals that come and go, and occasionally the sound drops out. I can receive 14 stations.
I hoped this amplifier would increase the signal so those channels would come in with less dropped signals but I was wrong. With the amplifier hooked up, I receive 11 stations and each was a little weaker. For me then, this product doesn’t work. I returned it.
I do not know why it did not amplify the signal but the strength of each station was much less on the signal meter.
5 Stars Woks as promised
This is very worthwhile product for anyone who has a weak cable signal or a deteriorated signal because of too much signal-splitting. Turn it off and you’ll really see the difference!
5 Stars Highly Recommended
Wow! This booster has changed my TV watching experience. My picture quality was very poor prior to installing the booster. I had lines on all my local channels and the picture quality was weak. The cable company couldn’t come up with any solutions and provided some bad reasons for the problem. I went online and did some research and found this signal booster. Is my picture quality 100% perfect…no, but the improvement is huge and the money spent for a higher quality splitter was well worth it. The only complaint is that you have to purchase a coaxial cord/connector to connect the booster to the power source…I didn’t realize this at the time of purchase so I had to make an extra trip to the store.
