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Forum: Help With Reception 27-Sep-2012, 2:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
The restriction that was highlighted reads as...

The restriction that was highlighted reads as follows:

"No alteration in the exterior appearance of the buildings or structures shall be made without like approval. Notwithstanding, the foregoing,...
Forum: Help With Reception 27-Sep-2012, 2:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Now that the antenna is up... I found an...

Now that the antenna is up...

I found an unmarked envelope in my mailbox yesterday. It was an anonymous letter along with a copy of the restrictive covenants of the subdivison. The letter started...
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Sep-2012, 6:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
That was a typo, ABC is the weakest signal. I...

That was a typo, ABC is the weakest signal. I first tested the antenna in the attic with a 50ft coax cable, and received all of them. Having mounted it outside I've added about 40 feet to the...
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Sep-2012, 5:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Would an inline signal booster help bring in the...

Would an inline signal booster help bring in the weak ABC station?
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Sep-2012, 1:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
I ran the coax yesterday (2 drip loops, one below...

I ran the coax yesterday (2 drip loops, one below antenna and the other at the base of the mast) and found the best alignment of the antenna at 90deg (magn). WAFF (NBC) is the only station at 99deg....
Forum: Help With Reception 22-Sep-2012, 2:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
I tested the ANT751 antenna in the attic and was...

I tested the ANT751 antenna in the attic and was able to pick up all the stations listed in the above post, but decided to mount it on the eave directly above the cable box. Ran out of daylight, so...
Forum: Help With Reception 12-Aug-2012, 8:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Another option I have is to mount it on an eave...

Another option I have is to mount it on an eave in the front of the house, facing west. This is directly above the outside cable box (see attached).

I don't really know how to size eave mounts. Do...
Forum: Help With Reception 12-Aug-2012, 3:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
You know what, I checked again and believe this...

You know what, I checked again and believe this does include the J mount. It originally sold for $79.99 and is marked down to $22.50 (72%). It looks like I'm all set.
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Forum: Help With Reception 12-Aug-2012, 1:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Amazon has a ANT751 antenna for $22.50 +...

Amazon has a ANT751 antenna for $22.50 + shipping.

I'll probably use either this J-mount,...
Forum: Help With Reception 11-Aug-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
The only eaves we have are in the front yard,...

The only eaves we have are in the front yard, facing west. A wall mount would work.
Forum: Help With Reception 11-Aug-2012, 10:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Thanks for the recommendations. Our home is...

Thanks for the recommendations.

Our home is a single level, but the roof has a fairly steep pitch. I'd guess the peak would be another 8-10 feet. We just purchased the house, so not familiar with...
Forum: Help With Reception 11-Aug-2012, 8:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,117
Posted By trek_fool
Outdoor Antenna

Hi all,

I experimented with an indoor flat antenna (clearstream micron) and found it did very well out on the porch adjacent to our living room (see attached pics). It's about 20 feet from the...
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