Radio Shack In-Line Signal Amplifier

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Use this in-line signal amplifier to boost your CATV, satellite, VCR or TV antenna signal.

Specification	Description
Model	15-1170
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Benefits	Minimizes signal lossBoosts signal by up to 10dB for CATV, satellite, VCR and TV antennas
Body Material	Multi
Capacity UOM	mAh
Country Of Origin	China
Description Header	Get the picture?
Display Catalog Number	15-1170
End Product Indicator	Yes
Features	Requires 75-ohm coax cable connection
Included in the Box	AmplifierPower InjectorAC Adapter
Inputs	3 x "F" Plug
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	90
MAP Price	0.0
Model	15-1170
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Product Type	Amplifiers
Protect your investment.	Yes
Required to function	User's Guide
Supported Languages	English

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

★★★★☆

4.0

When used as directed, works great

"To address some of the complaints from others: This unit cannot cover the satellite frequencies, and therefore will prevent satellite signal from reaching your tuner/decoder. The covered frequencies stop at around 1 GHz, so don't buy it if you need satellite coverage, or have satellite signals on the same cable. People need to understand the basics of how receivers work before buying this. Because it is a br..." Read Full Review »

Mar 22, 2008 by Adam Wade

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★☆☆☆☆

1.0

Kills the signal

"I currently have an antenna in my attic (one of those diy antennas). Testing it with a converter box, I was getting good signal on all of my channels. However, when I hooked it up to my house wiring, the split caused FOX to drop extremely low. This was do to a 100' run from the antenna to the splitter, as well as the runs to the outlet. I was still able to get a signal, just not a strong one. I bought this ..." Read Full Review »

Feb 16, 2009 by Crewski

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When used as directed, works great

★★★★☆

4.0

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Mar 22 2008

Adam Wade

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Good installation is key to durability!

★★★★☆

4.0

"Always install a lightning/static protector AHEAD of the amplifier right at the antenna. It doesn't say this in the printed instructions, but this may prevent your amp from being blown by nearby lightning strikes. Nothing will protect the amp from a direct strike!

Always install the amp at the a …" Read Full Review »

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Dec 20 2008

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

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Works for Me!!

★★★★☆

4.0

"I have read all the reviews of this product. In spite of the negatives I read, I purchased anyway. Installed in less than 5 minutes and the results are as good as it gets for the price. My digital tv signals went from "NORMAL" to just below "GOOD" (which is the highest signal) on all of my local …" Read Full Review »

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Kills the signal

★☆☆☆☆

1.0

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Feb 16 2009

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Hope they keep making them

★★★★☆

4.0

"Water in the connectors is the worst enemy of this device. If you can keep the water out it should last for years.Reading over a lot of the reviews I have the feeling manufacturing quality control is not good for these devices. All the ones I've bought have worked as speced out of the box, but I rea …" Read Full Review »

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Radio Shack In-Line Signal Amplifier Reviews

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When used as directed, works great

Kills the signal

When used as directed, works great

Good installation is key to durability!

Works for Me!!

Kills the signal

Hope they keep making them

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