On Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:32:06 +0100, Alan
wrote:

In message , MM
wrote

Because the "spare" cable was put there for a purpose! Namely to
facilitate the installation of a satellite dish, should any future
owner want one. Thus, it is not spare cable just lying around like the
builder forgot it when they put their ladders away and went home.
Crikey, I've said this several times already!

These days you would need two cables for a satellite PVR so why not the
use SPARE cable you have already and worry about installing something
else when the need arises.

Are you actually sure that this cable is fully screened and suitable for
satellite and not some general purpose cable of lesser quality? Builders
are not noted their grasp of what is required for various technologies
and will tend to fit what is on sale at the builders merchants.

I'm only saying what I was told by the builder when he handed over the
property.

MM