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Forum: Help With Reception 5-Aug-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,929
Posted By signals unlimited
Do the missing channels come in when you scan and...

Do the missing channels come in when you scan and not play, or do they not even show up?
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 9:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 22,491
Posted By signals unlimited
The DB4 with the kit is a very good choice. You...

The DB4 with the kit is a very good choice. You will have a great improvment UHF and the VHF bi-directional add on the High VHF to the South should also work.

With all of the splits you have I...
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 8:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 22,464
Posted By signals unlimited
The Virginia location has many channels from many...

The Virginia location has many channels from many directions. The best antenna set up for there is the Winegard HD7697 in a rotor. I like the Eagel Aspen Roto 100
due to the ease of installation...
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 7:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 22,464
Posted By signals unlimited
For reception of both NYC and Philadelphia, there...

For reception of both NYC and Philadelphia, there are two possible aproaches:

1. Use two Winegard HD7000R antennas ( a good subsitute Antennacraft AC9). Mount on a single mast with three feet...
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 6:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,961
Posted By signals unlimited
Use the Winegard MS2000 omni-directional antenna...

Use the Winegard MS2000 omni-directional antenna provided that you have power available where you plan to use it, as it requires a power source to run the built in pre-amplifier.

If you need...
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 2:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,961
Posted By signals unlimited
Portable implied that you may be using the...

Portable implied that you may be using the antenna at various locations. If that were the case then the zip code report could be relevent.

I will look at the report that you posted and reply with...
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,961
Posted By signals unlimited
Did you not post a signal report because you are...

Did you not post a signal report because you are portable and moving around in the zip code or is there a most used location? If so a TVF signal report would be helpfull.
Forum: Help With Reception 4-Aug-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,539
Posted By signals unlimited
The 4221 is designed for UHF reception, but...

The 4221 is designed for UHF reception, but strong high channels should be received. I have had better results with UHF with the 4bay than with the UHF section of the mid size all channel antennas...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 11:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,465
Posted By signals unlimited
TV Fool is very, very, very accurate! As...

TV Fool is very, very, very accurate!

As for your confusion with Vegas 2, low VHF signals are 'ground wave' and depending on the terrain the signals could be there strongest at 10' UHF is 'sky...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,539
Posted By signals unlimited
If your roof is standard shingles and there is no...

If your roof is standard shingles and there is no foil backed insulation, mount a Channel Master 4221 4 Bay UHF antenna in your attic. Aim the antenna to 136 degrees magnetic. If you can mount...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 9:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 19,032
Posted By signals unlimited
Dont ditch the DB8. Dont buy the Stacker. ...

Dont ditch the DB8. Dont buy the Stacker.

Your problem is direction, distance/signal strength and WKFX is high VHF.

Add an Antenncraft Y5-7-13 high VHF antenna for reception of WKFK. The...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 7:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,011
Posted By signals unlimited
Recently I have discovered that FM interference...

Recently I have discovered that FM interference is not only on the harmonics of the FM, but can be a product of the TV channel and the FM station's frequency combined forming an interfering frequency...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 5:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,562
Posted By signals unlimited
Outside on the roof would be better, but if the...

Outside on the roof would be better, but if the attic is the only option, install a Channel Master 4228HD 8 bay UHF antenna aimed to 153 degrees magnetic. That should do the job provided your home...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Aug-2012, 5:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,011
Posted By signals unlimited
Your problem could be FM interference. Install an...

Your problem could be FM interference. Install an FM trap at the antenna.

You can purchase on line at www.solidsignal.com
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Aug-2012, 8:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,580
Posted By signals unlimited
You may need to play with the antenna direction....

You may need to play with the antenna direction. move between the recommended 80 and 100 degrees to assure good reception of your FOX station and all others.
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Aug-2012, 5:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,580
Posted By signals unlimited
You have many channels that are LOS. The RCA...

You have many channels that are LOS. The RCA ANT751 aimed to around 100 degrees magnetic will work quite well even on the Fox channel 48 miles out.
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Aug-2012, 2:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,761
Posted By signals unlimited
The signals at your location are very strong. The...

The signals at your location are very strong. The effect of the trees depends on the density and location. I would recommend that you go ahead with the ANT751 but be prepared to try it at various...
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Aug-2012, 2:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,790
Posted By signals unlimited
My mistake on the model numbers that would be...

My mistake on the model numbers that would be HD7697 or HD7698. These are real antennas and either should enough antenna for that location. As for the amplifier, there are stations 7.8 miles out....
Forum: Help With Reception 1-Aug-2012, 8:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,790
Posted By signals unlimited
A pre-amplifier will overload due to the strong...

A pre-amplifier will overload due to the strong signals at 283 degrees. The single HD7096 antenna is strong enough to receive the weaker stations including the VHF. Aiming the un-amplified antenna to...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Jul-2012, 11:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,790
Posted By signals unlimited
Mount a Winegard HD7096P above your roof. Aim the...

Mount a Winegard HD7096P above your roof. Aim the antenna to 237 degrees magnetic. Avoid mounting in a spot with large trees in the direction of the stations. Do not use a pre-amplifier because you...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Jul-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,761
Posted By signals unlimited
A fairly easy set-up. Mount an RCA ANT751...

A fairly easy set-up.

Mount an RCA ANT751 on your roof or anywhere with a view to the East, 20 feet above the ground and clear of large trees or other buildings. Aim to 95 degrees magnetic and...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Jul-2012, 10:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,613
Posted By signals unlimited
A easy set-up for 7-9-16-31 with a short boom and...

A easy set-up for 7-9-16-31 with a short boom and no rotor.

Use an Antennas Direct DB2 aimed around 95 degrees magnetic for real channels16 and 31. Use an Antennacraft Y5-7-13 aimed to 147 degrees...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Jul-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 26,293
Posted By signals unlimited
Here is how to identify the unmarked lines. ...

Here is how to identify the unmarked lines.

Use a jumper wire to short out the coax at the end in the rooms. Go to the other end where the eight way splitter is located. disconnect all lines from...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Jul-2012, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,929
Posted By signals unlimited
Due to the blockage you could use a little more...

Due to the blockage you could use a little more antenna. The RCA ANT751 will be a better choice. It will easily mount on that deck.
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Jul-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,929
Posted By signals unlimited
If your deck has a view from NW to North use a...

If your deck has a view from NW to North use a Terk HDTVo (un-amplified). If no NW view is possible, use a Terk HDTVi located at a North facing window.

With the HDTVi you will need to lower the...
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