Want to try OTA antenna, don't qualify for Satellite

[talblue]

Hi!

We cut the cord in January, and have been fine with Netflix and Roku, but football is coming up....
The Mohu Leaf I got only brings in fuzzy 2-3 channels (If you don't count shopping, those come in fine) on a clear day. The Satellite TV folks wouldn't install here, said the signal or line of sight or was too bad.
It may be worth mentioning that we have a two story house with a chimney surrounded by tall fir trees.
I'm hoping we can find an outdoor antenna fix. We will want an installer- we are not that handy! So if Redmond folks can weigh in on those services, we would be much obliged....

Here is our link
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3de1c6df9bb5f814

Thanks so much!

talblue

[teleview]

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The tvfool radar map shows the 2 Main directions of reception at your reception location are , South West and South East.

Above the chimney install a.

http://www.antennacraft.net.

HBU33 antenna.

Aim the HBU33 antenna at about 230 degree magnetic compass direction.

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Here is how to aim antennas.

http://www.kyes.com/antenna/pointing/pointing.html.

Use a Real and Actual magnetic compass to aim antenna , do not trust a , cell phone , tablet and etc. compass.

As always , the antenna aim and location can be adjusted for best reception.

Most Digital Tv's have a Signal Strength Meter and some Digital Tv's also have a Signal Quality Meter.

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Here are above the chimney antenna mounts.

http://www.ronard.com/ychim.html. Measure around the chimney and use a , ronard(2212) , ronard(2218) , ronard(2224) .

http://www.ronard.com.

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Home Depot has , 10 foot 6 inch length , 1 and 3/8 inch diameter , TOP RAIL , chain link fence , PIPE , that makes good antenna mast/pipe , the price is low at about 12 dollars.

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As a Test of reception I recommend test reception , without and with a antenna system amplifier.

When testing with a antenna system amplifier.

Install a.

http://www.antennacraft.net.

10G201 preamplifier.

When testing reception with out the antenna system amplifier , No parts of the antenna amplifier will be connected , the preamp unit will not be connected , the power injector will not be connected , the power supply will not be connected.

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As a Test to Prove Reception , connect a New Continues Length of RG-6 Coax to the antenna above the chimney and Run the New Continues Length of Coax through a open door or window direct to 1 Tv.

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The Tv Must Channel scan for the , OTA=Over The Air , ATSC Digital Broadcast Tv Stations Channels , often named the ~ Antenna Channels ~ ATSC Channels ~ DTV Channels ~ Air Channels ~ in the Tv Setup Menu because the Tv transmissions travel through the Air from the transmitting antenna to the receiving antenna.

Do Not Channel Scan for Cable Tv Channels.

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For all outside coax that is exposed to the weather use , RG-6 coax that has the , Compression Type Connectors on the ends of the coax , the reason is the compression type connectors is to keep water out of the , connectors , connections and coax and the devices that are connected.

Do not use the old type of crimp type connectors on the ends of the coax.


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If reception is Ok.

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Then can connect and use the coax that is in/on the house.

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If reception Degrades to the point that their are reception problems at one or more Tv's when the coax that is in/on the house is connected , then coax and other devices that are in/on the house are most likely the problem.

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For 1 Tv connected use No splitter.

For 2 Tv's connected use a , Holland Electronics , HFS-2D , 2 way splitter.

For 3 Tv's connected use a , Holland Electronics , HFS-3D , 3 way splitter.

Buy the , HFS-2D , HFS-3D , splitters at , http://www.hollandelectronics.com , or , http://www.amazon.com.

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Also know this.

As always , trees and tree leaves , plants and plant leaves , have a Negative Effect on Broadcast Tv Reception and so do buildings and other obstructions including your own , attic , roof , building , in the directions of reception.

Some and not all Negative Effects are.

Absorbing and Blocking Reception.

Multi-Path Reflecting Tv Signals Bouncing All Around.

The Best Practice for Reliable is to install the antenna at a location that has the least amount to no amount of obstructions of any type or kind in the directions of reception including your own , attic , roof , building , in the directions of reception.

Also if avoiding obstructions in the directions of reception means installing the antenna some where other then the , attic , roof , building , then install the antenna at the better location.

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Yes the first reception Test location is above the chimney of the house.

[talblue]

Thanks so much! that is a lot of information!
I have been able to locate all of the equipment online, and the pricing seems reasonable to give it a go. It will take a few days for everything to get here. We do own an actual compass, so that isn't even a problem!
My reading of the analysis suggested that we *should* be able to do this, so I am hopeful...
I do hope we can figure out someone other than my husband to get up on the roof though.
I'll keep you posted!
talblue

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Here are some more antenna mounts.

http://www.ronard.com/712.html. Use the , ronard(712-50-10) , 10 foot tripod antenna mount.


http://www.palcoelectronics.com/pe300.aspx. Light Weight Aluminum , Free Standing , No Guywires , Lay Over Tower .

[skidz]

If you are only interested in football you might want to see if you qualify for this.

https://www.directv.com/DTVAPP/nflws/

Sounds like you might.

[talblue]

It looks like you have to belong to some "select" groups to qualify for that deal. Besides, while the NFL part sounds terrific, what would we do for college ball? I think I have to pursue the antenna. Finagling:D the World Cup nearly did us in....

[skidz]

It looks like you have to belong to some "select" groups to qualify for that deal. Besides, while the NFL part sounds terrific, what would we do for college ball? I think I have to pursue the antenna. Finagling:D the World Cup nearly did us in....

Ha! I totally understand. I'm new to OTA myself and I'm quite frankly amazed at the quality of it. I'm working to tweak mine to get a bit more signal. I'm missing an ABC station in my setup. Good luck!

[talblue]

I can't wait!