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Forum: Help With Reception 17-Apr-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 30,479
Posted By signals unlimited
First, I would not use the DB8 or DB4E. These are...

First, I would not use the DB8 or DB4E. These are UHF only and if you want to receive all available you need to have high VHF capability. I would use the Winegard HD 7698P antenna. This will be...
Forum: Help With Reception 17-Apr-2012, 1:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,160
Posted By signals unlimited
ATTN Electron: The adjustable gain on the...

ATTN Electron: The adjustable gain on the ANT1251R is not JABBER!....Look it up. It has adjustable gain listed in the specs.
Forum: Help With Reception 16-Apr-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 23,811
Posted By signals unlimited
The light on the power supply indicates that you...

The light on the power supply indicates that you do have power to the coax that runs between the power supply and the amp. Be sure that the coax from the amplifier to the antenna and the coax from...
Forum: Help With Reception 16-Apr-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 23,811
Posted By signals unlimited
Sounds like you have a splitter between the...

Sounds like you have a splitter between the amplifier and power supply blocking the DC voltage to the amplifier. Let me know if that is the case and I will give you instructions for replacing it with...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,160
Posted By signals unlimited
I worked for a channel 10 and was faced with this...

I worked for a channel 10 and was faced with this exact problem hundreds of times. Tried many antennas, and the ones that worked the best were of the type that you are using. This still may work if...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 9:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 24,685
Posted By signals unlimited
I agree that the Eagel needs to be properly...

I agree that the Eagel needs to be properly configured when using the one coax feature.
Keep in mind that if the asker is incapable of proper coax configuration a new dedecated coax for the rotor...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 8:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,160
Posted By signals unlimited
The rod length is actually 12" on each side to...

The rod length is actually 12" on each side to make a 24" total.
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 8:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,160
Posted By signals unlimited
Try adjusting the length of your dipole (rods) to...

Try adjusting the length of your dipole (rods) to 24". Bring down the gain control down at least 3/4. Fold the rods down to a horizontal position (parallel to the floor). Rotate towards the station...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 5:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 24,685
Posted By signals unlimited
You know exactly what I mean by a 75 ohm ground...

You know exactly what I mean by a 75 ohm ground block. A four way splitter with a terminator is not a bad choice with all of that signal. If there is no ground rod near the point of entry, driving...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 5:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 15,629
Posted By signals unlimited
I agree. The problem is due to a station change....

I agree. The problem is due to a station change. A double rescan may fix. First remove the coax from your set and scan. This will clear out old information. Then reconnect your coax and scan. If...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 5:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 24,685
Posted By signals unlimited
If you cant find a three way splitter, use a four...

If you cant find a three way splitter, use a four way splitter and plug the open port with a 75 ohm terminater. You should also ground your coax using a 75 ohm ground block and a ground rod at the...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Apr-2012, 4:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 24,685
Posted By signals unlimited
You have two problems. The amp. and the amp. ...

You have two problems. The amp. and the amp.
When the amplifier is on, it may be overloading due to the strong signals from nearby stations. When it's off (powered down) it blocks the signal because...
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Apr-2012, 5:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,747
Posted By signals unlimited
The HD7080 may be too much of a load on that sat...

The HD7080 may be too much of a load on that sat pole. If you want channel 4 use the HD7080 and a stronger mount. A Ronard tri-pod will work. Also available at www.solidsignals.com
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Apr-2012, 3:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,747
Posted By signals unlimited
If the stations at 320 magnetic are the only...

If the stations at 320 magnetic are the only stations you need, I would recommend an RCA ANT751, this will easily mount to your sat pole. With the signal levels from these stations, you should need...
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Apr-2012, 1:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,747
Posted By signals unlimited
Does your existing satellite mount have a clear...

Does your existing satellite mount have a clear view (LOS) to the stations at 320 degrees magnetic?
Forum: Connecting with an Installer 12-Apr-2012, 3:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 31,799
Posted By signals unlimited
Antenna installations Central PA. Northern MD. and DC.

New configurations: UHF/VHF directional with or without rotor, bi-dirrectional and omni-dirrectional. Turn key DTV antenna systems custom designed for your AF report.
Central PA. Northern MD. and...
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Apr-2012, 11:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 40,723
Posted By signals unlimited
I noticed that three of your channels are VHF....

I noticed that three of your channels are VHF. If these are the channels with problems, it could be FM interference. You have no amplifier so you have nothing in your system to stop FM. Traps are...
Forum: Help With Reception 9-Apr-2012, 9:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 40,723
Posted By signals unlimited
I agree that we could help more with the TV Fool...

I agree that we could help more with the TV Fool information, but with two antennas and receivers producing the same problem, I am jumping to interference. If you have electric fences check for arcs...
Forum: Enthusiast's Exchange 8-Apr-2012, 3:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 103,685
Posted By signals unlimited
Why in the world would anyone go to all of the...

Why in the world would anyone go to all of the trouble to build any antenna when you can buy an antenna on line for $58.00 that will receive stations 150 miles away? This must have a gain of 30 db!...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Apr-2012, 1:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 56,058
Posted By signals unlimited
For mounting antennas in a tree, I suggest you...

For mounting antennas in a tree, I suggest you look at the new TriplePlay antenna. It is compact and built from solid fiberglass. This will survive blows from falling ice and limbs up to 2 inches in...
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Mar-2012, 4:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 42,206
Posted By signals unlimited
$100 bucks..right on! Just the RCA 751, coax and...

$100 bucks..right on! Just the RCA 751, coax and a splitter. that is all you need. simple and effective.
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Mar-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 42,206
Posted By signals unlimited
Don't forget to ground. Your splitter should have...

Don't forget to ground. Your splitter should have a ground terminal. If you place it outside, run a 12 gauge solid copper wire to a ground rod. If you split inside, run the ground wire to your...
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Mar-2012, 12:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 42,206
Posted By signals unlimited
To keep it simple and affordable, I would start...

To keep it simple and affordable, I would start over. Just mount the ANT 751 on the North side of the house. Run new coax into the basement to feed the basement set. use a simple splitter to feed...
Forum: Help With Reception 29-Mar-2012, 10:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 42,206
Posted By signals unlimited
The splitter must pass 50 to 1000 mhz. if it does...

The splitter must pass 50 to 1000 mhz. if it does it will be fine. However If you use the rotor that I recomended, you will need to use a two way splitter with a DC pass to one port ahead of the...
Forum: Help With Reception 29-Mar-2012, 10:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 42,206
Posted By signals unlimited
Forgot to mention...for the best results use a...

Forgot to mention...for the best results use a directional antenna and a rotor. I would use the Aspen Eagel by Pro Brand. This rotor can operate on the antenna coax, eliminating the need for...
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