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05-08-2008, 6:24 PM
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Sky+ cable extention
I'm possibly going to be moving my TV to a different location in the living room.
How difficult is it to extend the Sky cable or is it an expert job??
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05-08-2008, 6:36 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
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05-08-2008, 7:33 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
SO can i actually go into B&Q and just buy this or do i need to order via the www??
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05-08-2008, 9:15 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
Yes, you can buy the F-Plugs, connectors and cable in B&Q.
Just follow the various online guides on how to connect and fit F-plugs such as
http://www.satcure.co.uk/tech/fconn.htm
or if you'd prefer ready made
http://www.satcure.co.uk/accs/page7.htm
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06-08-2008, 6:28 AM
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Re: Sky+ cables
Is there anywhere i can buy it from already fitted. Wanted to get it today 
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06-08-2008, 6:33 AM
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Re: Sky+ cables
Sorry, another question! If i buy separates from B&Q how do i know what size F connectors to get??
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06-08-2008, 7:26 AM
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Re: Sky+ cables
F-plugs come in two fitting types - the standard 7mm cable and the thinner 4.8mm 'shotgun' cable. The screw in fitting to the Sky box is the same on either.
As you're simply making extensions you'll probably be getting standard cable (7mm), So for your Sky+ extensions (2 cables) the following is needed
4 - F-plugs (standard)
2 - F-plug connectors
+ whatever length(s) of cable required
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Re: Sky+ cables
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Originally Posted by fernandez
F-plugs come in two fitting types - the standard 7mm cable and the thinner 4.8mm 'shotgun' cable.
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There's at least three "7mm" sizes according to SatCure.
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06-08-2008, 2:05 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
Thanks guys
Managed to go to my local satellite shop who cut the cable and put the connectors and everything on. All done now
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06-08-2008, 4:23 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
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Originally Posted by SamRadford
There's at least three "7mm" sizes according to SatCure.
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Correct and all is explained here
http://www.satcure.co.uk/accs/page8.htm
On the other hand the OP was intending to obtain these from B&Q and, unless I'm very much mistaken,would be unlikely to be offered the choice.
Anyway, all's well that ends well with the local sat shop doing the work
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06-08-2008, 6:30 PM
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Re: Sky+ cables
argos do a sat extention cable
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