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Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jun-2012, 8:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 71,966
Posted By signals unlimited
Going higher, clearing the roof. These are good...

Going higher, clearing the roof. These are good moves. The problem is that when you clear the path for reception from other directions, your antenna may need to be rotated also. The CS2 is somewhat...
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jun-2012, 12:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 20,171
Posted By signals unlimited
You need to use a two set splitter. If you...

You need to use a two set splitter. If you install the splitter outside and between the amplifier and the power supply, you need a splitter with a DC pass port. Connect the line to your cabin to the...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Jun-2012, 9:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 20,171
Posted By signals unlimited
With tall trees, the above recommendation is...

With tall trees, the above recommendation is "spot on".

Good luck!
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Jun-2012, 7:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 20,171
Posted By signals unlimited
Mount a Winegard HD7697P above your roof. Aim to...

Mount a Winegard HD7697P above your roof. Aim to 225 degrees magnetic.

No amplifier is required, provided you are hooking up only one set and the coax is less than 50 ft.

Purchase the antenna...
Forum: Help With Reception 23-Jun-2012, 9:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,197
Posted By signals unlimited
Take two strips of foil 5" long. mount them on...

Take two strips of foil 5" long. mount them on cardboard end to end with a 1" gap between them. Strip the coax to expose two wires (The center conductor and the sheild). Attach these wires to the...
Forum: Help With Reception 23-Jun-2012, 7:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,197
Posted By signals unlimited
The stations located at 89 and 297 degrees...

The stations located at 89 and 297 degrees magnetic could be received from that location.

The concrete and steel may make it a litle difficult. If there are windows or if he is located on the...
Forum: Help With Reception 22-Jun-2012, 7:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,732
Posted By signals unlimited
If the elements are still partially attached, you...

If the elements are still partially attached, you could use aluminum foil tape (not duct tape). They sell it at Lowes for duct work. Tightly wrap it around the broken area of the elements. If it...
Forum: Help With Reception 21-Jun-2012, 8:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,989
Posted By signals unlimited
You have noticed something that others experts...

You have noticed something that others experts refuse to admit. Not sure why.
Forum: Help With Reception 21-Jun-2012, 5:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 19,444
Posted By signals unlimited
You can try 120 to 160 degrees. Lock in on the...

You can try 120 to 160 degrees. Lock in on the position that delivers the best results.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 19,444
Posted By signals unlimited
The RCA ANT751R pointed to 120 degrees should...

The RCA ANT751R pointed to 120 degrees should receive all of the stations in that direction and some of the stronger stations to the Northwest.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,910
Posted By signals unlimited
When pointed to Buffalo there is only one VHF, 7....

When pointed to Buffalo there is only one VHF, 7. This is distant and IMO not worth chaseing.

If you put your resources into the existing UHF you will have better reception with less bulk.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 9:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,910
Posted By signals unlimited
Use a Winegard 9095P and a Channel Master 7777...

Use a Winegard 9095P and a Channel Master 7777 preamplifier. Aim to 171 degrees magnetic.

Mount as high as practical, clear of any trees or buildings.

This antenna is highly directional and may...
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 6:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 25,044
Posted By signals unlimited
You will need to post a TVF radar report. Follow...

You will need to post a TVF radar report. Follow the instructions at the top of the Help with reception page.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 6:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 71,966
Posted By signals unlimited
Contact Antennas Direct and purchase a VHF...

Contact Antennas Direct and purchase a VHF up-grade kit for your CS2. That will fix both KSAT and KLRN.

You don't need the amplifier unless you have long runs of coax.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 3:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,910
Posted By signals unlimited
The antenna recommendation depends on which...

The antenna recommendation depends on which channels you want to receive. If you want the Canadian only, a simple system will do. If you want to receive some of the US stations a larger, complex, or...
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 3:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,403
Posted By signals unlimited
TV Fool showed more reception at 20. This could...

TV Fool showed more reception at 20. This could be an error in the report. You can try any known direction.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 9:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 10,041
Posted By signals unlimited
The DB8 is a good choice for your reception. I...

The DB8 is a good choice for your reception. I would add a Winegard AP 8700 preamplifier.

Aim to 334 degrees magnetic. No need to rotate.
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Jun-2012, 9:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,403
Posted By signals unlimited
I recommend you install an Antenna Direct CS2....

I recommend you install an Antenna Direct CS2. Aim to 20 degrees magnetic.

There is another group of stations to your Southeast, but the seperation between your 20 degree location and these...
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 25,919
Posted By signals unlimited
The 8200 is a very large antenna and would only...

The 8200 is a very large antenna and would only be needed if you want to receive PBS channel 3.

If size is not an issue, the 8200 is a very good all channel antenna.
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,403
Posted By signals unlimited
Please post your AF radar report. follow the...

Please post your AF radar report. follow the instructions at the top of the Help with reception page.
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 10:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,989
Posted By signals unlimited
Mount a Winegard HD7698P antenna and a Winegard...

Mount a Winegard HD7698P antenna and a Winegard AP 8700 amplifier on the roof. Pick a spot with as clear a view toward the stations as possible.

Use a Channel Master 9521A rotor to receive the...
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 25,919
Posted By signals unlimited
Use a Winegard HD7698P and a Channel Master 9521A...

Use a Winegard HD7698P and a Channel Master 9521A rotor. This will receive WSET 13 and all of the UHF and High VHF stations from Roanoke. Dont use a Pre-amplifier. If you are connecting more than 3...
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 60,790
Posted By signals unlimited
If your house has a wood structure and a standard...

If your house has a wood structure and a standard shingle roof the attic will work, however outside roof installation is always better. The vertical pattern on your antenna will allow for 0 degrees...
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Jun-2012, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,223
Posted By signals unlimited
In what dirrection are you aimed. Your yard sale...

In what dirrection are you aimed. Your yard sale antenna may have a narrow beamwidth and need to be aimed toward KVOA.
Forum: Help With Reception 16-Jun-2012, 9:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,415
Posted By signals unlimited
The 4228 has been around for over thirty years...

The 4228 has been around for over thirty years and is built by Channel Master a company of over fifty years and has been the "go to" antenna for difficult reception in the hills of Pennsylvania as...
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