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If you decide to modify the antenna , (antenna hacks) , be sure and leave the > shaped reflector on the antenna , the > shaped reflector reflects more UHF signal to the UHF reception elements.
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The best place for the HD8200U antenna is above the Peak of the Roof in such a manner that the roof and building are not , obstructing , impeding , blocking , reception on the directions of , West/South West and East.
Aim the HD8200U antenna at about 228 degree magnetic compass direction.
Here is how to aim antennas ,
www.kyes.com/antenna/pointing/pointing.html .
Use a Real and Actual magnetic compass to aim antenna.
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Here are some above the roof antenna mounts.
www.ronard.com/909911.html
Use the , ronard(911) , 5 foot tripod antenna mount.
www.ronard.com/Tripods%200703/4712.html
10 foot tripod antenna mount.
www.ronard.com/24424560.html
Use the , ronard(4560) , eave antenna mount.
www.ronard.com/ychim.html
Measure around the chimney and use a , ronard(2212) , ronard(2218) , ronard(2224) .
Buy the roanard antenna mounts at ,
www.solidsignal.com , by typing , ronard(x) , in the solidsignal search box or buy from ,
www.ronard.com .
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As Always , trees and tree leaves , plants and plant leaves , have a Negative Effect on Broadcast Tv Reception
Such as and not limited to , Absorbing , Blocking , Reception
Multi-Path Reflecting Tv Signals Bouncing Around
And so do buildings and other obstructions have Negative Effect on Broadcast Tv Reception.
The Best Pratice is to install the antenna at a location that has the least amount to no amount of obstruction of any type or kind in the directions of reception including your own roof and house.