Coaxial cable surge protection ?

Crazy_Eddy

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Super Mod
There were a few thunderstorms last week. Shortly after that my TV started glitching.

The service engineer tells me - my cable tv connection messed up the TV board.
Are there any options for coax cable surge protection?

Thanks :)
 
1. Lightning arrestors installed next to the antenna such that they are taller than the TV antenna.

2. Physically disconnect the coax cable when OT begins to rain.

3. Search for Coax Grounding. You will see videos of how the coax ground is shorted to earth outside the house.

Number 2 is fool proof and is the suggested method for radio operations.

Number 1 is a costly affair, but a permanent one.

Number 3 is practical for most purposes.
 
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