Help me choose best antenna for me

[oldguru]

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...8e0382d2e68edd

I want to cut the cable and get rid of my $100 + directv bill each month so I am looking to put up an antenna.
Would like recommendations as to what antenna, amplifier/ rotor to choose.
i would like to pick up stations from as many different cities as possible.
The link to my TV Signal Analysis Results is listed above.

Thank you.

Vic

[Tim]

Unfortunately your TV Fool report looks very dismal. If you have decent Internet service, maybe you should investigate streaming video instead.

Just a tip: I canceled my DirecTV service in December of last year and went OTA...DirecTV has bombarded me with letters wanting me back. The last one offered free Genie HD DVR upgrade, their Select channel package for $19.99/mo for 1 year, NFL Sunday Ticket, and a $200 gift card with a 2 yr service commitment. They lost 133,000 subscribers in the 2nd quarter this year and the pace is picking up.

Maybe you can use some tough negotiating skills and cut your bill. I would have some comps from your local CATV provider (if any) and Dish Network to use as a negotiating tool. You might have to get tough with the first customer service rep you speak with and tell them you want to cancel...then they switch to a special retention rep who has the power to negotiate a deal with you. I think you could shave $50 off your bill.

[rabbit73]

Hi, Vic:

Tim is right. If you are lucky, if you can get your antenna high enough, and if there are no trees or buildings in the signal paths, you might get PBS, Fox, and ABC; CBS and NBC would be even more difficult.

You would need a Winegard HD7698P antenna and a Channel Master 7777 preamp.

The consumer rotators aren't too reliable with big antennas. You should consider a ham rotator.
consumer grade:
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp?p=cm9521a

Your TV should be able to add a channel after a scan or you will need to rescan after a change of direction.

The coax shield should be grounded with a grounding block that is connected to the house electrical system ground with 10 gauge copper wire for electrical safety and to reject interference. For further compliance with the electrical code (NEC), the mast should also be grounded in a similar manner to drain any buildup of static charge, but the system will not survive a direct strike.