Well, I bought a cable-connector kit that allows me to cut RG6/RG59 cables,
stripper to pull the ends out and put in new F-connectors.. I guess I could just cut the ends and make new end connectors.
I have noticed on another RG-59 cable, that I dont get connectivity (using ohmmeter, I expect 1-2 ohms maybe) so I get no signal when connecting to LNB to receiver.. yet, when I use this cable to connect between the receiver and TV into its F-plug, it shows the picture just fine...
I guess TV signal is less stringent than between LNB to receiver... hmmm.. oh well...
As for rats in my crawlspace, I thought about that too, but unlikely, considering I have other cables under there and dont have any problems with them over the years. hehehh...
That is weird how the end connectors could be loose as not to make a connection... oh well....
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Fortec 80cm dish, Univ LNB.
Fortec Classic NA
Captiveworks 600S Premium.
C-band 10ft dish, with Echostar 4000 IRD.
