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Old 31-Jul-2011, 2:03 AM   #1
whiskeyhill
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Location: Westmont, IL
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WSW of Chicago, looking for proper antenna

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Hello, everyone. First, let me say that I'm amazed at the depth of this site.

I am in the Chicago suburbs, a two story brick townhouse of recent construction. Using an amplified Philips rabbit ears/loop antenna, I get all DT channels from downtown Chicago (65 degrees true), the NW Indiana station at 131 degrees, and WWTO at 237 degrees. I want to do away with the rabbit ears, and have quality reception for my two 2nd floor televisions.
My roof is at a very steep pitch, and would require 25+ feet of ladder. I'm a DIYer, but that's beyond my comfort zone!
I do have a large unfinished cathedral attic, rising a good 12 feet to its peak. I have read of the degradation of signals in attics.

Can you recommend an antenna, or two? I'll talk to the Mrs. regarding hiring out the roof-top installation.

Thank you.

Jim
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