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Forum: Help With Reception 8-Nov-2015, 3:56 AM
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Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
Okay, that clarifies things. And maybe a 10 foot...

Okay, that clarifies things. And maybe a 10 foot minimum is not a deal breaker provided the two antennas are 'not' facing each other. In my case, my existing attic antenna (the DB8e) facing S to SW...
Forum: Help With Reception 8-Nov-2015, 3:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
Your report is almost exact to my address. I've...

Your report is almost exact to my address. I've just reran the FM Fool report (see attached). Thanks.
Forum: Help With Reception 7-Nov-2015, 10:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
So if one is facing south and the other is east,...

So if one is facing south and the other is east, does that suffice? Or when you say opposite directions, do you mean total opposite...as in south versus north?

On a different note, I did...
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Nov-2015, 10:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
If it helps any (with my inquiry about...

If it helps any (with my inquiry about multipath), think of a compass inside my attic. And in that round circle, I've got the DB8e facing on the south side). Then the plan would be to put the C4 on...
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Nov-2015, 9:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
Indeed, that is correct.

Indeed, that is correct.
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Nov-2015, 9:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
As I mentioned at the beginning of this thread,...

As I mentioned at the beginning of this thread, my question is not about splitting the signal of the DB8e. Actually, that was my original intent with the DB8e; however, due to space limitations in...
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Nov-2015, 3:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
I appreciate the quick feedback. Yes, most...

I appreciate the quick feedback. Yes, most definitely, I would run temporary coax up there first (for the Clearstream 4) before doing anything permanent. I guess I can assume (once I do a test) and...
Forum: Help With Reception 6-Nov-2015, 1:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,927
Posted By scott784
Can I have two separate antennas in my attic?

I have a new DB8e (serving my out of market Charlotte stations to my SW) (up in my attic) and an older Clearstream 4 (serving my local Greensboro stations to my (E - SE) at a lower level in my home. ...
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Oct-2015, 5:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,646
Posted By scott784
Help me understand signal loss when using a splitter

When using an antenna with a splitter, it was my understanding that even one split caused a 50 percent drop signal strength coming down to two individual televisions. That has always sounded...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Apr-2012, 4:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Tim, If you want to use a splitter, I think...

Tim,
If you want to use a splitter, I think GroundUrMast has given you some excellent tips. As for myself, I am not a big fan of splitters. It's like the analogy of flowing water through a...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Jan-2012, 1:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
The experience you've had with that RCA does...

The experience you've had with that RCA does sound strange! And GroundUrMast can provide you with more insight that I could regarding trouble shooting issues on a malfunctioning TV. But I am glad...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Jan-2012, 5:50 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
They show the signal strength for the channel...

They show the signal strength for the channel that you are currently tuned into. But once you are in the signal meter menu....you can typically scan through the channels and it will then provide new...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Jan-2012, 11:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
I forgot to answer one of your questions. If you...

I forgot to answer one of your questions. If you don't have a good built-in signal meter on your TV (again they're all different and some more useful than others).....you 'could' temporarily hook up...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Jan-2012, 8:24 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
CLT means Charlotte. Glad to hear the pic is...

CLT means Charlotte. Glad to hear the pic is very sharp. Btw, are you getting any pixilations or dropouts now with the antenna facing SW?

As for the signal meter, most newer televisions have a...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Jan-2012, 6:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Like you, I feel some of the stuff on ION is...

Like you, I feel some of the stuff on ION is appealing. Of course, they are also known for their infomercials....which I hate. But for sure, their over the air signal (OTA) is very bad. Too funny...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Jan-2012, 6:01 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Footnote to earlier post

If you decide to keep things simple (no rotator or second antenna)....along with keeping your antenna facing the southwest, I would just keep an eye on the Triad locals. If for any reason you see...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Jan-2012, 5:33 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Tim, Living in this area (as you do), I am not...

Tim,
Living in this area (as you do), I am not surprised in regards to the stations you gained by turning your antenna to the SW while losing the other ones that you listed. But the net effect is...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2011, 3:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
The answer is yes to all 3 of your questions. If...

The answer is yes to all 3 of your questions. If your antenna is still facing to the east, I would guess that you experienced these issues on some of the Charlotte channels on your list (or the weak...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2011, 12:56 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Thanks for posting your results. It looks like...

Thanks for posting your results. It looks like your Winegard HD 8800 is doing well.

There are a number of additional Charlotte channels, which you could receive if you turn your antenna towards...
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Dec-2011, 6:35 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
After considering all the information you have...

After considering all the information you have gathered from various sources, it is your decision to determine what is best for you. Personally, I think you made a good choice with the Winegard...
Forum: Help With Reception 18-Dec-2011, 9:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
This is just some miscellaneous information here...

This is just some miscellaneous information here (which you may already be aware of). One nice thing since the digital/HD conversion is the fact that many broadcast stations now have subchannels....
Forum: Help With Reception 17-Dec-2011, 8:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
When looking at antenna choices, be aware that...

When looking at antenna choices, be aware that every station in your area is on the UHF band (14-51). For example, WXII uses virtual ch 12 (displayed on your tv tuner). But the real frequency is...
Forum: Help With Reception 17-Dec-2011, 7:05 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
Tim, I live in the 27104 zip code (west side of...

Tim,
I live in the 27104 zip code (west side of Winston). Here is my tvfool report:

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3d403393c07c6564

I receive all of the stations in...
Forum: Help With Reception 14-Dec-2011, 12:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 145,384
Posted By scott784
GroundUrMast, it looks like you've given Tim a...

GroundUrMast, it looks like you've given Tim a lot of excellent information and links to check out.

As for general topic (on this thread) about his signals coming from different directions around...
Forum: Help With Reception 17-Jul-2011, 2:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,434,240
Posted By scott784
John, You give a considerable amount of your...

John,
You give a considerable amount of your time on this forum. I should also add that I am sure most of the participants on this board appreciate your time and efforts. I know I have in past...
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