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Albert101
19-Jul-2014, 7:43 PM
Hello,

Here's my report : http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3de1c6883204abae

I was thinking of using the following antenna inside my Attic :

FOCUS-8HD-90D : http://ca.focusantennas.com/focusantennas/focus-8hd_90d

I also have an CM-7777 booster installed inside my living room 20 feet away via an RG-6 Coax from the antenna (antenna in the attic) not next to the antenna like it should...

Currently I have an CM-4221HD in my attic pointed towards WCFE-DT (38) 57.1 PBS. I get most channels but some are not entering very well.


Will the FOCUS-8HD-90D + the CM-7777 booster work for me ?

I would ideally want all the channels circled in red if possible (excluding channel 8) (see attachement)

Thank you for your help.

GroundUrMast
19-Jul-2014, 9:35 PM
I would avoid the use of the CM-7777 given the relatively strong signals present. The CM-7777 is intended for use in areas that have no strong signals. An overloaded amplifier will reduce the quality of the signals leaving you with less reliable reception.

Have you tried completely removing all parts of the amplifier from your system?

Have you tried testing reception with the existing CM-4221 outdoors, clear of the interference generated by equipment in your home and the attenuation caused by your roof construction? I would do this before spending money on another antenna.