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Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jul-2015, 9:50 PM
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Posted By killjoy
Status Update: c5 antenna has been...

Status Update:

c5 antenna has been installed for ~3 weeks now. I had to move a roof collar tie to make room. I aimed it at approximately 200-205* magnetic. I had a harder time than expected...
Forum: Help With Reception 22-May-2015, 2:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Update: C5, 100' Belden 1694A, snap-n-seal...

Update: C5, 100' Belden 1694A, snap-n-seal connectors, 2 FM traps, and a low loss digital bi-directional splitter have been ordered!

It's probably going to take me a few weeks to get delivery and...
Forum: Help With Reception 20-May-2015, 12:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Ok, I still haven't pushed the BUY button just...

Ok, I still haven't pushed the BUY button just yet. :)
The enemy of a good plan is the search for a perfect plan!

Sounds like my plan is to start with a C5 + FM trap + a high quality 2-way...
Forum: Help With Reception 18-May-2015, 10:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Decisions, decisions. I took another look at...

Decisions, decisions.

I took another look at the horizontal gain of the C2 vs. DB8e with the panels at 90* to one another. Coincidentally, that orientation is about what I'm looking at -- panel 1...
Forum: Help With Reception 18-May-2015, 8:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Panasonic Viera TC-P60VT60. It was the last...

Panasonic Viera TC-P60VT60. It was the last generation before Panasonic exited the plasma business. I'd have a hard time getting coax to the TV directly since it's wall mounted with only HDMI...
Forum: Help With Reception 18-May-2015, 6:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
How about a ClearStream 5 for VHF-hi duty? AD...

How about a ClearStream 5 for VHF-hi duty? AD claims a 70* beam width. Kinda pricey, but if it works, it works.

Solo? Or maybe teamed with the CS2 for UHF? Or DB8e?
Forum: Help With Reception 18-May-2015, 12:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Thanks for the info Rabbit73. I've been going...

Thanks for the info Rabbit73. I've been going through it all weekend! I've changed course in the last 2 days. I think the DB8e will be too directional for my suburban location, and even using both...
Forum: Help With Reception 16-May-2015, 9:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
I actually just realized that SolidSignal is...

I actually just realized that SolidSignal is located about 20 miles from my house. I can easily swing by to see what they have, pickup orders, etc.

No, I have not purchased any of the equipment,...
Forum: Help With Reception 16-May-2015, 7:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Hi Guys - I just took delivery of a new Tivo...

Hi Guys - I just took delivery of a new Tivo Roamio OTA and I'm now getting ready to order my antennas & other equipment. I was looking a little closer at my signal analysis (post #1) and realized...
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Jan-2015, 6:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Thanks for the reply. I assume the prudent...

Thanks for the reply. I assume the prudent approach is to try the setup first with a UVSJ, and then if reception is less than ideal, fallback to the preamp?

And the db8e would an ideal UHF choice...
Forum: Help With Reception 5-Jan-2015, 12:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,991
Posted By killjoy
Requesting Antenna Setup Recommendation - SE MI

Hi Everyone -

My current cable provider has raised rates 3-4x in the last 2 years. While I am fortunate to have 2 other competitors who offer service, I'm leaning towards cutting the cord -...
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