VDSL facplate

[S7DKJ]

Hi

I just want to check that this Nte5 is wired correctly and if i can add a VDSL faceplate onto it. I have no extensions just the master socket and it is wired via the 2 screw connections at the back of the fixed plate 1 blue and 1 white. Do any of the other wires need to be connected to add the VDSL faceplate or is it a straight plug in?

Also which is the best VDSL plate to get for sky fibre that fits the master socket.

Photos of socket below.

Thanks

Dean

[Isitme]

The VDSL Interstitial Plate, to give it its proper name, does not require wiring of any kind. It slips between the removable face plate and the body of the socket. As you have no extensions it is debatable whether the expense is justified in your case. One of its main functions is to isolate the internal wiring from the ADSL signal, in your case you have no wires to isolate, so you may get just as good a result with a plug in filter. The advantage in your case would be mainly cosmetic.

If you do decide to get an iPlate it is better to buy from a reputable source like RunitDirect I would not trust the cheaper options offered on eBay.

[S7DKJ]

That's great thanks. I wouldn't buy from ebay anyway I can imagine it being a disaster.

Thanks again

[RUNITDIRECT]

Just a note, we have the new Mk2 versions of the vDSL faceplate due in soon The website will be updated once we have them. The new faceplate had filtering for the new frequency range for faster speeds in the future & also an RF choke which can improve line stability so may well be worthwhile.

[S7DKJ]

Just a note, we have the new Mk2 versions of the vDSL faceplate due in soon The website will be updated once we have them. The new faceplate had filtering for the new frequency range for faster speeds in the future & also an RF choke which can improve line stability so may well be worthwhile.

thanks for that. I'm gutted though as I just bought one from you in Friday.

Oh oh well may update once you get them in.

Thanks

[RUNITDIRECT]

Sorry about the bad timing, the Mk2 versions are in stock now.

[batch_2001]

Sorry to hijack the thread.

If I fit a vdsl faceplate (I have a phone extension), will

- would a ~10m cat5e cable from faceplate to router be massively performance affecting ( my master socket stats dl are 39994 kbps sych, atten: 15.7 dB, margin, 16.3 dB and ul 10000 kbps, atten 0db, margin 16.16 db - Sky FTTC 38/10 )

- it work for standard ADSL (more out of interest than a need)

Just trying to work out whether to drill through a wall or run a long dsl cable to move the router nearer a power source!

[Scubbie]

Provided that you do a good job with the crimped connectors (RJ11) at each end, there should be very little problem with this.

When BTO were doing the installation they would carry a roll of Cat 5e cable and cut a length of up to 30m when required for exactly what you are asking.

Do make sure that you don't get the cheap and nasty Cat 5e cable (there is some around) as that may affect the connection speed more easily. The copper core should be solid to fit the crimps. I would not recommend or use Cat 6 cable as this is a little OTT for the task you are doing.

Also, when routing the cable, ensure that you don't make it do any sharp bends and curl it around corners. Do use the right size cable clips so that you don't 'pinch' the cable. Finally ensure that the cable does not run under any carpet or any other area where people walk without suitable protection over it.

[batch_2001]

Thanks!