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- 2 Ports with a +11dB boost per port, boosts your signal strength 12x.
- Ultra small form factor for ease of installation in confined spaces
- Reduces snow and prevents image pixelation with digital cable. Coaxial cables not included.
- Compatible with all standard and digital Cable TV services
- 5-year warranty when purchased from an Authorized PCT Distributor/Dealer. Warranty not valid when purchased through other outlets.
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Product Description
PCT's miniature MA2 drop amplifier series has improved performance and ultra-low noise amplification of broadband signals for subscriber drop installations. The MA2 series provides better performance, enhanced shielding protection, and IEEE B3 6kV, 3000 amp combination wave surge withstand on all ports for superior lightning protection. All F ports also include PCT patented Digital Seizure Mechanism (DSM) for superior center conductor retention, electrical performance, and additional protection against transient surges.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
I have a couple of the PCT Amplifier in my set up. They do a great job of keeping the DTV signals strong. I have one station that is 90 degrees from the other stations that with out a distribution amp, the signal degrades to the point where I'm lucky to get 20-30%. With these amps, i'm getting 80-85% signal. I'm also occationally getting out of market stations that I was not getting without them.
To be clear, these help keep the signal from degrading along the long runs from the antenna to the tv/reciever - they are not boosting the antenna power.
To be clear, these help keep the signal from degrading along the long runs from the antenna to the tv/reciever - they are not boosting the antenna power.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
I have a Silicon Dust HDHomeRun dual QAM/ATSC tuner feeding a Mac Mini that is hooked up to a HDTV. The same cable feed is used for a cable modem and a direct connection to the HDTV. A passive 4-way splitter was doing the job for over a year, but the HDTV and internet performance was slowly declining. The cable guy replaced the drop cable to house, but unfortunately, the signal strength did not improve significantly. The signal going into the house was +10.5 dBmv (typical expected value), but after a fifty foot run and a final 4-way split, the signal was -8 dBmv at the cable modem (the signal typically varied between -9 and -7 dBmv). The HDHomerun tuners were detecting a signal strength of about 80%, which is at the extreme low end of providing a reliable QAM signal. In fact, many recorded shows were less than perfect. After doing some additional research and reading the reviews of all the PCT amplifier products here at Amazon, I decidied to purchase the 2-port PCT amplifier.
My final setup is a passive two-way splitter where the cable enters the house followed by the PCT amp followed by a fifty foot run, and finally, the original passive 4-way splitter (2 HDHomeRun tuners, HDTV, and terminator on fourth output). As it turns out, the cable modem should either be dirctly connected to the cable (impossible if you have a TV) or at the MOST, after a 2-way split. The outgoing (upstream signal) is often overlooked. Thus, the cable modem has a separate feed from the initial passive 2-way splitter. The upstream cable modem signal went from 53 dBmv to 48 dBmv (below 50 dBmv is great) and the downstream signal varies between -2 and 0 dBmv (-5 to +5 is ideal; note that the cable modem was NOT amplified). The HDTV has been spectacular! Both signal strength and signal quality register well above 95%, more often at 100%. And the bonus is that I have an unused amplified output, that currently has a terminator, that will eventually be used for future expansion of coaxial outlets in other rooms.
The no-brainer is to purchase an inexpensive PCT amp, but do your research on how much ampification is required and if necessary, how to deal with signals for both a cable modem and HDTVs. An excellent source is the supplier of the amps at CableTVamps.com.
Thanks to everyone who posted the previous reviews of PCT amps and inspired me so solve my cable problem.
My final setup is a passive two-way splitter where the cable enters the house followed by the PCT amp followed by a fifty foot run, and finally, the original passive 4-way splitter (2 HDHomeRun tuners, HDTV, and terminator on fourth output). As it turns out, the cable modem should either be dirctly connected to the cable (impossible if you have a TV) or at the MOST, after a 2-way split. The outgoing (upstream signal) is often overlooked. Thus, the cable modem has a separate feed from the initial passive 2-way splitter. The upstream cable modem signal went from 53 dBmv to 48 dBmv (below 50 dBmv is great) and the downstream signal varies between -2 and 0 dBmv (-5 to +5 is ideal; note that the cable modem was NOT amplified). The HDTV has been spectacular! Both signal strength and signal quality register well above 95%, more often at 100%. And the bonus is that I have an unused amplified output, that currently has a terminator, that will eventually be used for future expansion of coaxial outlets in other rooms.
The no-brainer is to purchase an inexpensive PCT amp, but do your research on how much ampification is required and if necessary, how to deal with signals for both a cable modem and HDTVs. An excellent source is the supplier of the amps at CableTVamps.com.
Thanks to everyone who posted the previous reviews of PCT amps and inspired me so solve my cable problem.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I purchased this amplified splitter to amplify and split my coaxial cable TV coming from the wall to both an HDTV and a Media PC (with a built in TV tuner). The PC can record programs off the cable and route the signal back to the same TV thru a DVI-HDMI cable. Previously I was using a standard splitter and I was getting some channels with low signal strength on both the TV and PC. After I removed the old splitter and installed this amplified splitter, I rechecked the signal strength and WHAT A DIFFERENCE! Previous channels with a "1" or "2" (out of "10") signal strength jumped to a "7" or "8". All my digital and HDTV channels now have either a "7" or "8" strength and come in much clearer (no digital breakup) along with better audio. This worked much better than a model that I had purchased at a local retail store. You can tell the electronics in this item is very well made (very solid) and has a LED green light that indicates the power amplification is working. You will need to provide your own coax from the "wall wart" plug to the amp/splitter in the length you will need it. In this case, this coax carries the power to the product. I would recommend good quality RG6 quad shielded coax cable for all connections to keep the connection and signals strong. Good coax is not expensive, so don't try to do the "el cheapo" on your coax connections.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Standard TV antenna -- digital signal fixer.
All digital TV channels (signal levels) fixed with this amplifier. Before the TV audio and the video would cutout. I would purchase this item if you have weak TV signal levels.
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer
High Quality
After receiving this and opening it I first noticed it's weight and heft. This is not a cheap plastic slave factory piece of junk.
It was easy to install and works well. Read more
It was easy to install and works well. Read more
Published 2 months ago by R. Cushman
Excellent product
this works really great with no time for setup. Also it gives more free to air channels. Definately recommend it.
Published 2 months ago by Yogesh Patel
Disappointing, Didn't work for me. Here's what did....
After deciding to cut the cord with my local cable TV company, I have experimented with a few antennas. Read more
Published 3 months ago by PaulBWatertownCT
Failed after one year
This amplifier worked as expected for a little over one year. It plus an indoor antenna is not a substitute for a roof antenna since I could only pick up a few channels. Read more
Published 3 months ago by John Benton
great product-highly recommended
I waited to review this product to see how well it worked...
Well I've had this amp since July 2011(6-months)and this amp works much better than I expected. Read more
Well I've had this amp since July 2011(6-months)and this amp works much better than I expected. Read more
Published 4 months ago by marc
Good Product
Product has helped my cable work great. One issue, it does not come with a power adapeter. I was a little bummed when I had to go buy one after the item arrived.
Published 4 months ago by belairdave
signal booster
Our cable comes in at the basement, so not surprisingly the TV upstairs has some reception issues. I figured the problem was the signal loss in the splitters and long cable runs,... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Nick
Works well, Very nice Product
I purchased this to eliminate the signal loss that I had as a result of a cable splitter (2 way). The television on the first floor would not receive all of the channels that the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by J. Durand
NOT FOR SATELLITE TV
As soon as I opened the Amazon box, the product box had a stern warning - do not use with satellite tv. Return immediately to Amazon if you planned to use it with satellite. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mark W
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