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[linux-dvb] Re: I think I may have a problem....



From: "Adrian P Challinor" <adrian.challinor@osiris.co.uk>
> Whilst trying to get my DVB system to work I happened to touch the
> shield of the cable between the TV and the Linux box.... and got an
> electric shock. An investigation with a test screwdriver shows that
> the TV is putting out mains power on the aerial in shield.

Try:

- disconnecting all other wires from the TV (speakers, etc), so that only
the power cord is connected. Do you still have power on the shielding?

- unplug the power plug, turn it by 180 degrees and plug it in again (i.e.
change the polarity). Do you still have power on the shielding now?

Regards,
--
Robert Schlabbach
e-mail: robert_s@gmx.net
Berlin, Germany



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