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dansav's avatar
dansav
Joining in
23 days ago

TV and Hub in different rooms

I received my Hub 5 and TV360 box today, but I’ve encountered an issue that should have been made clear at the point of purchase.

My Virgin Media connection point and router are located downstairs, while I need the TV box to be set up upstairs. There was no indication during the ordering process that this would be a problem, nor any mention that additional cabling or a technician visit might be required to make this work.

Had I known about these constraints, I would not have proceeded with the order in its current form. I’ve since read that extensions may be possible, but they come with additional steps and costs – something I feel should have been communicated upfront.

This has made for a frustrating start to what should have been a straightforward setup.

I’d appreciate your advice on the best way to resolve this without incurring unexpected charges, and I’d also suggest clearer guidance be provided to future customers during the ordering process.

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  • nodrogd's avatar
    nodrogd
    Very Insightful Person

    There is only one way to resolve this & that is with a manned install. Adding a significant amount of cable requires signal level adjustments that can only carried out with access to the street cabinet.

    Give the pre-install team a call on 0800 052 1734 & they will arrange the necessary cabling & additional socket (which can be wired externally & a new entry point created) to be installed at no extra cost. 

  • Hi dansav,

    Thanks for your post and welcome to our community.

    I'm sorry to hear the internal access points aren't suitable for where you'd like the equipment. 

    I can arrange a relocation for you.

    I'll send you a private message now.

    Please look out for the envelope in the top right of the page and pop back to me when you can.