Help with Antenna selection

[Gunnins]

So I have done some reading through here and I think I picked an indoor antenna that will suit my needs but wanted to check with some of the experts around here first.

My TV Fool:
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3d3e471f4c88588b

The channel I don't get now that I really wanna get is CBS. I don't wanna lose all the other's just wanna be able to pick up CBS as well for Football time coming up. I live in an apartment as well so a outdoor antenna is not a possibility for me.

From the reading I did I came across this antenna at Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Indoor-Passive-Uhf-vhf-hdtv/dp/B002RC8AUG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313440557&sr=8-1

It was from an older post recommending antenna's I just wanted to make sure it was a good option, and ask if I would need to get anything else, or if just the antenna and I should be good to go.

[John Candle]

You did good on antenna selection. Aim the antenna at about 159 degree magnetic compass. Here is how to aim indoor Tv antennas , http://www.kyes.com/antenna/pointing/pointing.html . A apt. building that has wood frame construction with wood or vinyl siding and a composition shingle roof is good for Tv reception. These next construction materials can reduce or block Tv reception , concrete , bricks , stucko Wire , metal siding , metal roof , solar panels , metal backed insulation , Texas , for some reason is real big on metal backed insulation. Is your apt. building lined with metal backed insulation in the walls or inside of the roof?? . Saying that you can not put a antenna out side is not true , do you have a patio or balcony?? And in what direction is the patio or balcony?? Here is the Federal Law that says Yes you can put a Tv antenna on the patio or balcony , http://www.fcc.gov/mb/facts/otard.html . This -> Federal Law <- Overrides All other laws , HOA's , housing covents , apartment housing rules and regulations.

[Gunnins]

Honestly I don't know about the construction of the apartment. From whatwhat I can tell there is no metal, atleast none is visible I would probably have to ask about the interior base though. I imagine I'll just try that antenna and if that has problems work from there.

When I mentioned the no outdoor antenna I guess I was more thinking about a rooftop antenna. I do have a balcony, and it faces north. I would prefer just to keep an indoor antenna really. I believe your right about using an antenna on the patio though. I remember when I signed the lease them talking about antenna's/satellites and I really just have to mention it to them and it would be ok.

Thanks for the quick response I'll probably order that indoor antenna here in a few minutes and give it a shot. As long as I get CBS I'll be happy. Gotta watch my Houston Texans!!!

[John Candle]

From now on when you move you need to consult tvfool. Your easy to receive Tv stations are to the south , not north. I think that CBS will be received Ok.