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Old 07-22-2009, 10:02 AM   #1
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I have an '03 Dutch Star DP. The TV in the back bedroom is connected with coax cable to an antenna outlet. There are two coax cables that are connected to the back side of this outlet. I am experiencing poor reception at this TV unless I slightly move the coax cables on the back side of this outlet. Where do these wires come from and why two cables? I know that one probably comes from the front and the distribution panel. Any thoughts on why two cables?

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Old 07-22-2009, 12:57 PM   #2
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If you move the cables and the picture gets better ... check the connectors on the ends of the cable.

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Second one maybe loop to compartment down below for compartment TV or cable outlet connection next to 110 outlet for TV you may add on passenger side.
The cable connectors may not have been crimped properly check it out as Wingman has said.
Cable feed to switch box would be direct from elect bay to box.
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Old 07-23-2009, 07:44 AM   #4
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I have the same problem with my bedroom TV. When I jiggle a cable, going to the ceiling outlet plate, that is over the TV, it will improve the picture.
I first noticed it on my last trip. The picture stayed good after jiggling the cable, so I forgot about it. Now that I am home, I will take the plate off and see if the connections are tight on the other side.
The last time the bedroom TV picture wasn't good, I found a loose connection, in the cabinet, over the passenger seat.
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Old 07-23-2009, 08:48 AM   #5
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I did find a bad connection at the back of the coax cable plate. The picture is now great. Thanks for the help. There is no place like this site for good info!!!
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