Like seemingly everyone, I'm dying to cut the cable cord. I built the infamous coat hanger antenna and mounted in my attic, and was able to pull in stations from both the greensboro (240-245 degrees) and raleigh (125 degrees) azimuth (at the same time without rotating the antenna).
Unfortunately though, some of the signals just weren't reliable enough, especially when trying to pull in NBC. I also built a grey hovermann antenna, and had very similar results - able to pull in stations, but not reliably. I did not use a reflector as from what I understand, that would make the antennas more directional. I used an amp, which helped a bit, but still not reliable enough.
I am willing to buy an antenna, but want to make sure I get the "right" one. I have two HDhomerun tuners with two tuners in each, so the signal will be split accordingly.
My ideal requirements:
Attic Mounted
No rotor
25' coax run from antenna to tuners
Able to pull in all major networks, regardless of market
I've been tempted to pull the trigger on the DB4e, but would like some more experienced advice first. Another thought is waiting on the DB8e:
http://blog.solidsignal.com/content....as-Direct-DB8e
Ultimately though, I just want something that will work, as reliably as possible. The wife loves to DVR her favorite shows (we will use Windows Media Center), and if I cut the cable without a reliable substitute, I'm in BIG trouble lol! Thank you in advance!!!
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