Efficient and Future-Ready SMATV Installation for 42 Apartments in Schaerbeek (Brussels)
High-quality satellite TV reception has become an essential infrastructure component in modern apartment complexes. For the residential buildings at Helmetsesteenweg 321/325 in Schaerbeek, DeSchotelShop delivered a fully integrated SMATV system (Satellite Master Antenna Television) that serves three interconnected buildings. The solution combines robust hardware, excellent signal performance, and a scalable architecture designed for long-term reliability.
High-performance reception with two Cahors 120 cm dishes
The core of every professional SMATV installation is a strong and stable signal source. On the roof of one of the buildings, two Cahors 120 cm satellite dishes were installed. These premium antennas are known for exceptional structural stability, low noise performance, and consistent signal strength, even under challenging weather conditions typical in the Brussels region.
By positioning and aligning both dishes on the required satellite locations, the system ensures a redundant and highly reliable foundation for all connected apartments.
Fiber backbone for minimal signal loss
A distinguishing feature of this project is the use of two fiber optic cables running from the rooftop to the central technical room. Fiber transport within satellite distribution dramatically reduces signal loss over long distances, which is a significant advantage in multi-building residential complexes.
Optical conversion allows the satellite signals to travel over extended paths without degrading quality. This forms a scalable backbone that can be expanded or adapted without structural limitations.
Intelligent signal distribution using splitters and multiswitches
In the technical room, the optical signals are converted and distributed via a combination of professional splitters and multiswitches. This configuration efficiently delivers the satellite feeds across the three interconnected buildings. The multiswitch architecture allows each apartment to switch independently between transponders and satellite positions, mirroring the functionality of a private dish.
Each apartment is connected via an individual multiswitch located in its basement storage unit. This ensures a clean cabling layout, easy access for maintenance, and full compliance with technical and residential building standards.
Reliable solution for 42 apartments
A total of 42 apartments are connected to this SMATV network, engineered for continuous and stable signal distribution. By combining high-grade antenna hardware, fiber transport, and a carefully designed multiswitch topology, the installation offers long-term technical resilience with minimal maintenance requirements.
Residents benefit from:
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consistent HD and UHD image quality
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access to a wide range of international satellite channels
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independent use per apartment
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reduced risk of signal loss thanks to the optical backbone
A durable infrastructure in an urban environment
The site at Helmetsesteenweg 321/325 in Schaerbeek presents the typical challenges of a dense urban construction zone, where multi-building connectivity and signal stability are critical. DeSchotelShop translated these constraints into a clean, redundant, and future-proof SMATV solution that meets current technical standards and anticipates future needs.
For property managers, developers, and building associations, this project demonstrates how a professionally designed SMATV system can serve multiple buildings efficiently without compromising signal quality or system flexibility.
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