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Old 19-Aug-2014, 12:03 AM   #1
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Need some help!

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I have read alot of the information on hd antennas but still can't figure out which antenna would work the best. I would like to be able to receive the most HD channels possible. I have attached a link below for my Signal Location. I really appreciate any help you can give me on what type of antenna to purchase and any other information you would think is important.


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Old 19-Aug-2014, 1:07 AM   #2
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The provided tvfool report says resolved to block level only.

The signal strengths are Weak signal strengths.

To see if signal strengths improve.

Please make and post tvfool reports using the Exact address.

Make the antenna heights in the separate reports , 25 feet , 40 feet .
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Old 19-Aug-2014, 11:29 AM   #3
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Hi

I entered street address but it still didn't work so I have entered GPS location for 25 feet and 40 feet.

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...ec2fbfb8253f94

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...ec2f9e174215aa

We are located 60 miles from Detroit so I know the signals are probably fairly weak. I figured I would have to get an antenna that needs a fairly long range to get anything to work. Thanks for you time, it's appreciated alot.
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Old 19-Aug-2014, 4:32 PM   #4
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Above the Peak of the Roof in such a manner that reception is not , obstructed , impeded , blocked , by the , attic , roof , building , in the directions of , South West , South East.

At no less then 25 feet above ground , and closer to 40 feet and higher above ground will improve reception.

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

HBU44 antenna.

Aim the HBU44 antenna at about 232 degree magnetic compass direction.

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Here is how to aim antennas.

http://www.kyes.com/antenna/pointing/pointing.html.

Use a Real and Actual magnetic compass to aim antenna , do not trust a , cell phone , tablet and etc. compass.

As always , the antenna aim and location can be adjusted for best reception.

Most Digital Tv's have a Signal Strength Meter and some Digital Tv's also have a Signal Quality Meter.

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Install a.

http://www.antennacraft.net.

10G201 preamplifier.

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For 1 Tv connected use No splitter.

For 2 Tv's connected use a , Holland Electronics , HFS-2D , 2 way splitter.

For 3 Tv's connected use a , Holland Electronics , HFS-3D , 3 way splitter.

For 4 Tv's connected use a , Holland Electronics , HFS-4D , 4 way splitter.

http://www.hollandelectronics.com.

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Here are some above the roof antenna mounts.

Ronard antenna mounts are Over Built Strong and Sturdy antenna mounts.

http://www.ronard.com/909911.html. Install the , ronard(911) , 5 foot tripod antenna mount.

http://www.ronard.com/712.html. Install the , ronard(712-50-10) , 10 foot tripod antenna mount.

http://www.ronard.com/34424560.html. Install the , ronard(4560) , eave antenna mount.

http://www.ronard.com/ychim.html. Measure around the chimney and use a , ronard(2212) , ronard(2218) , ronard(2224) .

http://www.ronard.com.

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Home Depot has , 10 foot 4 inch length , 1 and 3/8 inch diameter , TOP RAIL , chain link fence , PIPE , that makes excellent antenna mast/pipe.


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Here are some and not all places to buy antennas and etc.

http://www.saveandreplay.com.

http://www.trentondistributors.com.

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Also know this.

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 , building.

Last edited by teleview; 22-Aug-2014 at 7:01 AM. Reason: Clarify information and typos.
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Old 19-Aug-2014, 6:11 PM   #5
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Your awesome, thanks, alot. The house is on a little hill and no houses to the south which hopefully will help.
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