cable coax for HDTV receiver

[bronzetree]

just moved into duplex apt. and getting service transferred this weekend .my question is the existing cable coax assuming RG-6 should i have a new coax run for sat receiver HDTV or just tie into existing cable coax and hope for the best im getting the free install so i know that includes 150ft of cable but will that include a wallfish install that is already existing.thanks for all your help.ps the old cable is approx.10 years old.

 

[rcbridge]

If the cable is really 10 years old there is a good chance it is not RG6, I would really check it!!

 

[wobbie]

The wallfish will be custom work, get ready to pay the installer some extra cash. Have you spoken to the landlord about a satellite antenna on his property??

 

[bronzetree]

yes,he brought the letter of ok yesterday,just wondering if i can use thecoax that is already in the wall for cable tv which is not currently active.it's not even hooked to outside cable box

 

[deezoneezo]

Pretty sure it's not rg6 if it's 10 years old. I would talk with the installation company about the custom work before anyone comes out. Also, make sure you have access to crawl or attic space if a wall fish is necessary. P.S. I charged for attic/crawl work when I installed so don't be suprised if the installer does this too.