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16-Aug-2011, 7:23 PM
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Best Antenna?
I am looking to cut the cable and install an outdoor rooftop antenna. My zip code is 49504. My location is fairly flat with some large trees around. I have a two story house that sits high. The peak of my roof is probably 30 feet off the ground.
Can you suggest a good antenna for me?
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16-Aug-2011, 8:14 PM
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Tv Antennas and Reception
Please make and post a radar report with the exact address and expected antenna height. http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=4
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18-Aug-2011, 7:53 PM
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An amplified antenna such as the MS2000 could be overloaded by the strong signals from WXSP, WTLJ and WXMI. I would recommend against the MS2000 and any other antenna with a built-in amplifier.
Are you interested in receiving every possible channel? Or do you have a list of 'must-have' channels?
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If the well is dry and you don't see rain on the horizon, you'll need to dig the hole deeper. (If the antenna can't get the job done, an amp won't fix it.)
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18-Aug-2011, 9:00 PM
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Go to the neighbors and see if . WXSP MyNetwork , WTLJ Religion , WXMI FOX - Antenna Tv - This Tv , WGVU PBS , are being received , they are the strong channels that might overload the amplifier in the MS2000. If these channels are being received then you should be Ok also. I say give the MS2000 a try. Please note that omnidirectional antennas are not really 100 % omnidirectional and my need to turn the antenna for best reception and then tighten the clamps. If you receive Tv stations down to W17DF-D 17 you will be doing fine. The stations that are below W17DF have co channel interference and adjacent channel interference so even with a better antenna you will still have reception problems with some of the co channel / adjacent channel interference channels. . Buy googling the stations call letters like this , w17df tv , I found that w17df tv is FOX - Antenna Tv - This Tv . w48cl tv is 3ANB 3 Angles Broadcasting Network , wuhq tv is ABC - The Cool Tv .
Last edited by John Candle; 18-Aug-2011 at 9:35 PM.
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18-Aug-2011, 9:40 PM
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You can use the cable tv coax for the antenna hook up , how ever Do Not connect the antenna and active cable service on to the same cable line at the same time. No active cable Tv , No active cable internet service , No active cable phone service. on the same cable line or lines that have the antenna connected also.
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19-Aug-2011, 2:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by John Candle
Go to the neighbors and see if . WXSP MyNetwork , WTLJ Religion , WXMI FOX - Antenna Tv - This Tv , WGVU PBS , are being received , they are the strong channels that might overload the amplifier in the MS2000. If these channels are being received then you should be Ok also. I say give the MS2000 a try. Please note that omnidirectional antennas are not really 100 % omnidirectional and my need to turn the antenna for best reception and then tighten the clamps. If you receive Tv stations down to W17DF-D 17 you will be doing fine. The stations that are below W17DF have co channel interference and adjacent channel interference so even with a better antenna you will still have reception problems with some of the co channel / adjacent channel interference channels. . Buy googling the stations call letters like this , w17df tv , I found that w17df tv is FOX - Antenna Tv - This Tv . w48cl tv is 3ANB 3 Angles Broadcasting Network , wuhq tv is ABC - The Cool Tv .
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Thank you both.
I am only interested in getting the stations on the list down to W17DF-D. I think I will buy the MS2000 and see how well it works. If it overloads the strong stations I will return it.
Do you guys have any suggestions on where I should buy it?
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19-Aug-2011, 2:25 PM
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Originally Posted by John Candle
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I have an old satellite dish on my roof. The dish is not functioning. I have seen ads showing the MS2000 mounted to the dish mount. Is this a good idea?
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19-Aug-2011, 3:14 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pduggs
I think I will buy the MS2000 and see how well it works. If it overloads the strong stations I will return it.
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The thing about overloaded amps is that it affects all channels at the same time. Even if you only have 1 strong channel, it might be enough to make all of your channels go away. The channel corruption is not limited to just the strong channels.
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Originally Posted by pduggs
I have an old satellite dish on my roof. The dish is not functioning. I have seen ads showing the MS2000 mounted to the dish mount. Is this a good idea?
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Yes, this can work, but you need to check a few things:
- The MS-2000 can only accomodate a mast diameter of up to 1-3/4". Make sure the mast is not too big for the mount attachment.
- Does the mount location give the antenna good visibility to the horizon in all directions? The antenna can't pull in the stations if the building is blocking the signals.
- Antennas work best when there is nothing around them. Make sure the antenna is clear of any obstructions as much as possible, especially anything metal.
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19-Aug-2011, 3:43 PM
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Thanks.
I just spoke with a antenna wholesale distributor and he claimed they do not carry the MS2000 any longer because of too many returns due to parts failing within a few months. He recommended the Channel Master 3000A. Any thoughts on that antenna? As I understand it, it is very similar with the same as the MS2000.
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19-Aug-2011, 6:04 PM
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Yes thats Channel Masters Newest one , the 3000A , yes use that one.
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19-Aug-2011, 6:37 PM
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After you have had some time evaluate the 3000A for , reception and quality and what ever else you think about it. Please tell us here at this post that you have started , do not start a new post as it causes confusion. I am always gathering information about antennas and Tv reception , also what is the name , address and phone number and web site of the wholesale distributor , Thank you. Yes the dish mast mount is Ok to mount the 3000A. Mount the 3000A level with the ground , not tipped at odd angles or standing on end. Also as mtownsend said , it is best to mount the 3000A so it is clear of obstructions as much as possible nothing blocking the view of the antenna of all directions.
Last edited by John Candle; 19-Aug-2011 at 7:03 PM.
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