How to Use Cable Splitters?

Question

Ok, so I am going to college this fall and I really want to pimp out my dorm room. I was hoping to bring 2 tv's, but there is only one cable output plug. I have never used a cable splitter, so how exactly does it work? Do you just connect the cable output plug and the 2 tv's to it? And when you connect the tv's, can you watch a different channel on each tv? Also, is it legal in Massachusetts (where I'm going to college)? - Thanks

Answer 1

Just get a 2 by one splitter. (One cable input from the wall, and two outlets to connect your two TV's.) You can watch different channels on the TV's, but hope you have a strong signal. Splitters typically lower the signal strength by 3.5 db. or so.. (So if you get a 'snowy' pic, you may need an in-line cable amplifier.) 10 db. or so.. It is legal in Mass. and most everywhere. I have seen splitters used all over the place. Radio Shack splitters are as good as any other. They are mostly all made in China.!!

Answer 2

idk bout the legal thing

but u'll need 3 cable cords 1 for each tv then the outlet

then connect them on the splitter