Advice on Foxtel Coaxial Cable Connection

scoobydoobydu on 01/02/2019 - 11:12

Hi,

We just moved into our new house and old owners had foxtel connections via coaxial cable to the foxtel box. I cannot locate any aerial tv sockets so assume this was removed and they watched free to air tv through their foxtel box.

We do not want foxtel but want to watch FTA TV - my research thus far seems to indicate we cannot simply plug the foxtel coax cable into our tv's antenna outlet (via a coax to antenna connector) and watch FTA tv as there won't be a signal our tv can decode.

What are some cost effective solutions available to me to get my FTA TV back?

Thanks!

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  • 87percent on 01/02/2019 - 11:19
    +2

    get an external antennae is probably the most cost effective, but ugly method

  • HighAndDry on 01/02/2019 - 11:21

    my research thus far seems to indicate we cannot simply plug the foxtel coax cable into our tv's antenna outlet (via a coax to antenna connector) and watch FTA tv as there won't be a signal our tv can decode.

    Your research is 99.99% likely to be right, but I'd try it anyway on the off chance it works.

    Otherwise, yeah as supasaiyan says, you'll need an external antenna.

  • thatonethere on 01/02/2019 - 11:33

    With digital TV vs modern LED/CFL lighting interfering with the signal it's best to get new internal cabling anyway that is shielded.

  • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 01/02/2019 - 11:44
    +1

    If you're in a metro area you can buy a digital indoor antenna. Outside of metro you'll need to DIY in roof antenna, or get a professional.

    On a side note, do you actually need FTA? I can't remember the last time I watched it. With Netflix, Stan, ABC Iview, SBS On demand, 7plus, 9now, Tenplay, there is legit heaps of content available.

    • scoobydoobydu on 01/02/2019 - 11:50

      thanks for the suggestion. Do you know if the online apps for those tv stations will live stream sporting events like the Australian tennis open, PGA, AFL, soccer world cup etc?

      • donga100 on 01/02/2019 - 12:02

        Yes they do. I've watched NRL, test cricket and Aus Open tennis personally.

        • Agarwal on 01/02/2019 - 12:09

          Are you sure? I don't believe they have the rights to show the test cricket live on 7plus. Same with NRL. The tennis was on 9now though.

          • donga100 on 02/02/2019 - 15:08

            @Agarwal: I watched at least 1 NRL game per week last season.

      • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 01/02/2019 - 13:32

        I only follow AFL, not sure about the others sorry.

        For AFL you'll really want Foxtel Now. Even tho I hate that company with a passion, it's the best way to watch AFL at the moment. Only key games are on FTA each week and some of them will probably be broadcast in terrible quality resolution.

        • Slinky0111 on 01/02/2019 - 21:34

          Or a cheapie telstra sim card and watch it for free via the afl App. Albeit on a tablet or phone.

  • garetz on 01/02/2019 - 12:06

    All you need is a optus cable box, even if you cant get the pay for content, the free to air will still work.

    • BOGOF on 01/02/2019 - 13:23

      The FTA service through the Fetch TV box relies on an external antenna……which he doesn't have.

      • Agarwal on 01/02/2019 - 15:05

        He doesn't mean Fetch TV, he means the Optus Cable TV Box

    • whooah1979 on 01/02/2019 - 17:23

      a optus cable box

      This requires an Optus aerial drop.

  • trex on 01/02/2019 - 13:05

    You might be able to squeeze a new coaxial down the same conduit for the Foxtel coaxial and connect it to a new outdoor antenna. Alternatively you should be able to use Foxtel coaxial cable by disconnecting it from the satellite dish and connecting it to a new external antenna.

    • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 01/02/2019 - 13:34

      There's likely no satellite if there is no FTA antenna.

      Foxtel cable has FTA channels. Satellite does not.

  • Randxyz123 on 01/02/2019 - 13:53

    FTA comes via the aerial for Foxtel. I’m pretty sure. This includes cable

    Have you looked on the roof for an antenna ? If one is there then there should be a point somewhere. If not the old owners had it taken off or it fell off and was never replaced.

    • bdl on 01/02/2019 - 15:54

      Some older buildings also have antennae in the roof space

    • sir_bazz on 01/02/2019 - 16:28

      FTA is rebroadcast via the the HFC network if that's how the OP.

      The HD FTA channels actually look better on Foxtel.

  • Skramit on 01/02/2019 - 14:03
    +1

    Don’t call mr antenna or Jim’s antennas. I’ve found them fairly useless and very expensive.

    Get a trusted electrician to get it sorted for you.

    • barcer on 02/02/2019 - 08:25

      Really? My electrician does excellent work but wasn't at all interested in installing a TV antenna. He recommended an installer though, who just happened to be a Mr Antenna franchisee, and I've no complaints.

  • Roofus on 01/02/2019 - 14:37

    I used one of these and plugged my normal aerial into it screws onto the foxtel one. I also had to check in my roof as there was a spliter running to the dish so had to change it to run to the aerial

    http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mHBHyFs97IEQ_Cl8Kufdg…

  • [Deactivated] on 01/02/2019 - 19:30
    +1

    Get a guy to install an antenna, it should cost around $200 which will include a socket for TV.

    The foxtel connection will most likely become your NBN connection.

    • bdl on 03/02/2019 - 12:26

      This

  • Melbro2006 on 01/02/2019 - 22:57

    Freeview app on tv or available on play store or Apple store. It streams live tv.

    It will use a lot a data, but if you are on an unlimited internet. This might be an option.

  • HeWhoKnows on 02/02/2019 - 10:40

    If the TV aerial is still present and in GOOD CONDITION check behind the Foxtel plate to see if the old TV aerial cable is there.
    They may have used the old TV cable to pull the new Foxtel cable through so maybe not there.

    If not then get a new Digital TV antenna and cabling.

  • the Unforgiven on 02/02/2019 - 17:56

    Have a look at your neighbors houses to see how they are getting FTA TV, either by satellite dish or UHF antenna or …

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