Electroline EDA-FT 08300 8-port TV Signal Booster/Amplifier with Active Return Path
by Electroline
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Manufacturer: ElectrolineProduct features:
- Shallow 2" mounting depth, 0 dB return path loss
- Waterproof housing and SCTE compliant 360° F-terminals
- Rated at IEEE 6 kV 3 kA combination wave standard
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Customer Review: The Best Amp available - How do you know if you need it?
Summary: 5 Stars
NOTE: ELECTROLINE RECENTLY DISCONTINUED THE EDA-FT08100 AND REPLACED IT WITH THE Electroline EDA-FT08300 8-Port TV Signal Booster/Amplifier with Active Return Path, AN UPDATED MODEL.
The Electroline EDA-FT08100 is the workhorse of the Electroline product line. It provides bulletproof performance with GUARANTEED compatibility to all cable services.
This is not so much of a review as some guidance to understanding whether or not this product is for you. CableTVamps has been selling this product since it was first introduced by Electroline back in 2005. We are Electroline's longest running retailer, so we have a lot of experience with the use of Active Return amplifiers.
First, if you are using a Satellite system - just walk on by. None of Electroline's products are for use with satellite TV, and you should not expect it to work when hooked up to your satellite system. The product will get damaged if connected to satellite, and will block the satellite signal.
Second, if you have an ANTENNA and are looking for an HD amplifier, this is not a good choice. The FT08100 should only be used for Cable TV. There are lower cost options for pure HD amplification like the Electroline EDA-2800 Eight Port Cable TV HDTV Signal Booster/Amplifier (Retail Package) or Electroline EDA-2400 Four Port Cable TV HDTV Signal Booster/Amplifier (Retail Package). In addition an Active Return amplifier should never be used with an antenna.
Third, Active Return is generally only needed when you get up past 4 connections. When you have fewer connections, the Return Path Insertion Loss (which is your cable modem's enemy) is generally not a problem. Cable converter boxes and TVs are not as sensitive to return path problems, so in general you can get by with a less expensive product unless you already have problems with your interactive services (pay per view, On Demand). When you have a cable modem and a bunch of other connections, The FT08100 provides a guaranteed way of resolving TV picture problems and keeping your cable modem happy.
We always suggest to our customers to do a little homework and see if they need The EDA-FT08100. The way to find out if you need EDA-FT08100 active return is to get your cable modem's signal levels. We can't share any links in our review, but if you Google CABLETVAMPS CABLE MODEM you can find our User Forum page with detailed instructions on finding out the health of your cable modem. If your cable modem signal levels are healthy without this amplifier installed, you will probably not notice any major improvement in internet speeds or reliability.
The FT08100 is safe to use with all of your cable services - you just take out your splitters, hook up everything to the amp, plug it in, and enjoy faster Internet and a better TV picture.
Lastly you need to keep things in perspective. If the picture or cable modem problems are caused by cabling issues inside your home, an amplifier might not help. We have generally found that amplifiers help in most situations - but if your purchase does not help resolve your problems we can help you - just email us.
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Description of Electroline EDA-FT 08300 8-port TV Signal Booster/Amplifier with Active Return Path
The EDA-FT 08300 Flat-Top amplifier is designed to amplify an incoming analog or digital off-air signal, as well as CATV signal by 3 dB over 8 ports; 0 dB return loss means that each room of a house can use interactive CATV programs.Digital Cameras and Photo Categories
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