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Old 12-Nov-2013, 6:46 PM   #1
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Help! Cleveland, Ohio

My situation: I live in Cleveland, Ohio. If that is not enough (Based on our professional sports teams), my windows and deck face Lake Eerie (North). So the 8 story building I live in, as well as all of downtown is in my way to face the antenna the was it should be (I believe).

Here is the report I concluded:

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...46ae0608c020af

I currently have the Antenna Direct Clear Stream 2:
Antennas Direct C2-V-CJM ClearStream 2-V Long Range UHF/VHF Indoor/Outdoor DTV Antenna with 20-Inch Mount

Mounted on my deck and Facing Lake eerie/Canada (North Facing): with that setup, i get most of the channels but they are spotty, BUT DO NOT receive any CBS.

Any Thoughts on Improving my situation......??

Nfroning

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Old 12-Nov-2013, 7:52 PM   #2
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Please double check you TV Fool report link, I believe I have successfully repaired it but it pays to be sure.
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Old 12-Nov-2013, 8:04 PM   #3
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Fixed?

Not sure what was wrong with it..... I placed the coordinates in the parking lot behind the building because I couldn't pin it to my balcony....... but that location would be about accurate, except that I am 30 feet off the ground...


Additional info: I have tried the Mohu antenna, with no avail.
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Old 12-Nov-2013, 8:09 PM   #4
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If the Tvfool report is correct.

The Tvfool radar plot report shows that the Tv stations are to the South.

You say that your building is a 8 story building??

And what floor is your unit on??

Are there any windows or patio/balcony windows to the South direction??

What obstructions are to the South direction??

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Old 12-Nov-2013, 8:13 PM   #5
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If you have no view to the south...

It sounds as if you will need quite a bit more antenna... Enough to get a bounce off a building to the north of you.

If not for the obstructions, the C2-V would be an appropriate selection. At this point, you know that signal is available, but appears to be a mix of direct and reflected path copies...

I would consider stepping up to the largest 7-51 or 7-69 antenna that would fit in the available space. If i could find the space to accommodate it, the Winegard HD7698P would not be overkill. This is going to require some experimentation and patience to find the right aim point.
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Old 12-Nov-2013, 8:21 PM   #6
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The Tvfool radar plot report shows that the Tv stations are to the South.

You say that your building is a 8 story building?? Yes

And what floor is your unit on?? 3rd floor

Are there any windows or patio/balcony windows to the South direction?? NO, Mine face the Lake

What obstructions are to the South direction?? Other than my own building, other 15-20 story buildings.....


As to bounce.... There is no building to the north....unobstructed lake views (bummer I know).

Thanks for help guys.
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