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Forum: Help With Reception 5-Mar-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 38,970
Posted By Stereocraig
True. 99% of paints won't, but metallics,...

True.
99% of paints won't, but metallics, might.

You may also consider scuffing the surface, w/ medium grit and wiping down w/ lacquer thinner, or Acetone, so the paint doesn't flake off so easy.
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Mar-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 17,651
Posted By Stereocraig
Correct. You should have no need for the longest...

Correct. You should have no need for the longest elements.
Make sure your menu is set to air, OTA, or broadcast when scanning.
Make sure the antenna is facing Chicago and maybe even replace that...
Forum: General Site Feedback / Discussion 28-Feb-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 123,224
Posted By Stereocraig
I rec'd that same message a week, or so ago. I...

I rec'd that same message a week, or so ago.
I figured if were that important, something would show up in my PM and not my email..
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Feb-2015, 9:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,397
Posted By Stereocraig
Since TVF doesn't offer filters for calculating...

Since TVF doesn't offer filters for calculating signal loss for attics, set tops, or bank vaults, the only option, is to try your preferred location and see if you're satisfied w/ the results. If...
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Feb-2015, 12:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 19,461
Posted By Stereocraig
Attaching the whisker w/ Crazy Glue or any other...

Attaching the whisker w/ Crazy Glue or any other non metallic adhesive, could partially or completely insulate it from the rest of the system.
Plus, it will eventually break down from weather and...
Forum: Help With Reception 8-Feb-2015, 7:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,383
Posted By Stereocraig
I purchased one of those a few years ago and w/in...

I purchased one of those a few years ago and w/in a few months, had the same problem.
After some tests w/ my DMM, I discovered a dead short between the main boom and the phasing lines.
Seems that...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Feb-2015, 11:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,309
Posted By Stereocraig
HBU-55 = Catalog #: 1500279 I stopped in at...

HBU-55 = Catalog #: 1500279

I stopped in at a RS Thursday just on a whim and asked about antennas, specifically, that one.
Yep, 45.00 =tx.

I hemmed and hawed about it and decided that I don't...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Jan-2015, 11:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 14,775
Posted By Stereocraig
Not sure if I had some poor quality lag bolts,...

Not sure if I had some poor quality lag bolts, but I have had a few snap off.
Pilot holes, are a good idea in anything more than an inch or two and especially in hardwoods.
If you're unable to hit...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Jan-2015, 4:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 19,250
Posted By Stereocraig
Does anybody have a recommendation for a USB...

Does anybody have a recommendation for a USB tuner w/ selectable channel and a signal strength/ quality meter?
Forum: Antennas 11-Jan-2015, 4:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 96,033
Posted By Stereocraig
Be sure to use a true 100% RTV silicone, such as...

Be sure to use a true 100% RTV silicone, such as GE and NOT that siliconized latex caulk.
I have seen the siliconized latex version corrode metal, including turning PCB copper a bluish green.

Be...
Forum: Reception Devices 2-Jan-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 61,734
Posted By Stereocraig
Other than testing for shorts and/ or continuity...

Other than testing for shorts and/ or continuity on cables, the equipment to give "analytical" solutions, can be a bit on the pricey side.

Common schmoes like me, are pretty much relegated to...
Forum: Help With Reception 22-Dec-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 19,144
Posted By Stereocraig
Reflectors block signals from the rear and help...

Reflectors block signals from the rear and help focus incoming signals on the front.


Antennas can and do pick up signals outside of their bands, but their sensitivity is reduced as the frequency...
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Dec-2014, 7:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 21,218
Posted By Stereocraig
A tripod, will conform to any roof, from flat to...

A tripod, will conform to any roof, from flat to 12/12.

They are also hinged, to allow tipping over to work on.

They are available in 2, 3, 5 and 10' lengths.
Add a 10' chain link top rail and...
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Dec-2014, 6:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 19,144
Posted By Stereocraig
Any antenna that you buy or even have owned for...

Any antenna that you buy or even have owned for 50 years, will be digital and HDTV.

The main difference among the different bands of antennas, depends on the RF, or REAL channel that they are...
Forum: Help With Reception 18-Dec-2014, 12:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 23,317
Posted By Stereocraig
I am all for using a small wrench on coax...

I am all for using a small wrench on coax fittings, but a certain degree of caution, must be exercised.

The main problem, lies in the failure of mfrs, to secure the F connector to the housing, as...
Forum: Help With Reception 15-Dec-2014, 5:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 20,390
Posted By Stereocraig
Good creativity, but some of those can be cast...

Good creativity, but some of those can be cast out of cheap metal and crack easily. They don't even give a warning by bending. They just crack.
Forum: Help With Reception 12-Dec-2014, 9:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 38,009
Posted By Stereocraig
I'm pretty sure that I've had some goofy things...

I'm pretty sure that I've had some goofy things happen, w/in a couple of days, only to then go for months, w/ zero problems.

Just the nature of the beast, is all.
Forum: Help With Reception 12-Dec-2014, 5:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 38,009
Posted By Stereocraig
They're called, digital glitches. Channels can...

They're called, digital glitches.
Channels can disappear, fall off, show up under a different virtual number, etc.
The tuner just gets overwhelmed and decides that it doesn't want to work.

Keep...
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Dec-2014, 5:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,229
Posted By Stereocraig
I'm curious as to what type of base you're...

I'm curious as to what type of base you're planning on.
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Dec-2014, 9:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 16,536
Posted By Stereocraig
It sounds like it's been narrowed down to the...

It sounds like it's been narrowed down to the point of you needing to substitute a different TV, or trying your TV at a different location.
Problems caused by anything but the TV itself, would...
Forum: Antennas 3-Dec-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 16,547
Posted By Stereocraig
You'll need to enter a value, for height, to see...

You'll need to enter a value, for height, to see what happens.
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Dec-2014, 9:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 21,515
Posted By Stereocraig
You call the silly council, for potholes and junk...

You call the silly council, for potholes and junk cars in your neighbor's yard.

They have nothing to do w/ television reception =D
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Nov-2014, 1:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,061
Posted By Stereocraig
Sounds like a real downer. Thankfully, you...

Sounds like a real downer.

Thankfully, you were hip to checking for internal corrosion, as well as its OD appearance.

Good luck on the 240'er and don't give up the hunt!
Forum: Help With Reception 29-Nov-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,061
Posted By Stereocraig
Looks quite hefty, Flint. What's the length and...

Looks quite hefty, Flint.
What's the length and footprint?
Forum: Special Topics 25-Nov-2014, 1:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 25,137
Posted By Stereocraig
I should've clarified: Using a convertor box,...

I should've clarified:
Using a convertor box, can only provide basic L minus R surround and pseudo center channel.
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