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Old 15-May-2014, 11:46 AM   #1
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Occasional Reception problem

Does cloud cover affect antenna signal? I am able to pull in good signal on all my network channels on most days. However I’ve noticed that sometimes cloud cover seem to affect the signal resulting in occasional to frequent pixilation of the channel. Only seem to notice this on PBS or FOX channels. Mostly watchable but with studders and blocking. But again most of the time they're fine.
I’m using a GE (Jasco) Flat Panel Amplified TV Antenna in the attic. Using rg59 (about 40 ft) with one 2 way splitter.
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Do I just need a stronger antenna, distribution amp, or what? Any suggestions appreciated.
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Old 15-May-2014, 12:48 PM   #2
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Does cloud cover affect antenna signal? I am able to pull in good signal on all my network channels on most days. However I’ve noticed that sometimes cloud cover seem to affect the signal resulting in occasional to frequent pixilation of the channel. Only seem to notice this on PBS or FOX channels. Mostly watchable but with studders and blocking. But again most of the time they're fine.
I’m using a GE (Jasco) Flat Panel Amplified TV Antenna in the attic. Using rg59 (about 40 ft) with one 2 way splitter.
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...5b941e2ca31810
Do I just need a stronger antenna, distribution amp, or what? Any suggestions appreciated.
I think that your amplified antenna is overloaded by strong signals. Consider an unamplified antenna.
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Old 16-May-2014, 12:01 AM   #3
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The #1 Situation Is , Multi-Path Tv Signals Bouncing All Around In The Attic.

The #2 Situation Is , The Tv Signals Are Strong Signal Strength , Makes The Multi-Path Even Worse.

The #3 Situation Is , Antenna Is Amplified , Amplified Antennas Amplify The Multi-Path Along With The Main Signal.

Amplifing Strong Multi-Path , Overloads The Tv Digital Tuner With To Many Strong Multi-Path Reflections Bouncing All Around.

The Tv's Digital Tuner Computer Is Overloaded And Can Not Correct All The Multi-Path , And Strong Strength Multi-Path.

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A antenna system amplifier is Not required for reception at your location.

Avoid Multi-Path Reflections bouncing all around in the attic.

Install a , http://www.antennacraft.net.

HBU11K antenna.

Above the , attic and roof and building , in such a manner that reception is Not , Obstructed , Impeded , Blocked , in the Directions of , North West , North , North East , South South West.

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As always , trees and tree leaves , plants and plant leaves , have a Negative Effect on Broadcast Tv Reception and so do buildings and other obstructions including your own , attic , roof , building , in the directions of reception.

Some and not all Negative Effects are.

Absorbing and Blocking Reception.

Multi-Path Reflecting Tv Signals Bouncing All Around.

The Best Practice for Reliable Reception is install the antenna at a location that has the Least Amount to No Amount of Obstructions of Any Type or Kind in the directions of reception including your own , attic , roof and building.

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Old 16-May-2014, 2:58 PM   #4
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Thanks for the replies.
Strangely enough if I unplug the amplifier I get no signal. However, this is a cheap antenna designed for indoor tabletop use. The amplifier is the plug-in type that came with it. I was surprised I got as good of reception as i did by originally placing in the attic.
Will consider making the antenna upgrade.
Thanks again.
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Old 16-May-2014, 4:21 PM   #5
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Strangely enough if I unplug the amplifier I get no signal.
That is normal and to be expected since un-powered amplifiers usually turn into 20-30 dB attenuators.
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Old 16-May-2014, 5:23 PM   #6
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A Tv does not work when it is unplugged.

A radio does not work when it is unplugged.

A lamp does not work when it is unplugged.

A vacuum cleaner does not work when it is unplugged.

A toster does not work when it is unplugged.

Electrical/electronic devices require electricity to work.

Electric outlets , Batteries , Solar Panels , Etc.
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Old 16-May-2014, 11:27 PM   #7
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Thanks for the replies.
Strangely enough if I unplug the amplifier I get no signal.
Unplugging the power supply for the amplifier does not bypass the amp.

Most powered things don't work at unless they are plugged in.
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Old 17-May-2014, 8:20 PM   #8
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Also, it's easy to mistake the external power supply for the actual amplifier. In the case of most amplified antennas, the amplifier is built into the antenna. In the majority of designs, there is no amplifier in the power supply module.
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