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Forum: Special Topics 25-Nov-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,418
Posted By Stereocraig
Back in the day, everybody used their VCR as a...

Back in the day, everybody used their VCR as a tuner/ audio source, but that was analog and won't receive digital signals.
A converter box will be perfectly feasible, as long as it has L/R RCA outs...
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Nov-2014, 6:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,877
Posted By Stereocraig
FWIW, I prefer solid wire leads on baluns, as...

FWIW, I prefer solid wire leads on baluns, as opposed to spade terminals.
Forum: Help With Reception 24-Nov-2014, 9:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,877
Posted By Stereocraig
It sounds to be a matter of only the strongest...

It sounds to be a matter of only the strongest channels overcoming whatever problem is sapping your signal and more channels will join the list, as the problem worsens.

Antennas really don't wear...
Forum: General Site Feedback / Discussion 23-Nov-2014, 6:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 68,223
Posted By Stereocraig
Thanks, guys!

Thanks, guys!
Forum: General Site Feedback / Discussion 23-Nov-2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 68,223
Posted By Stereocraig
Well, if you're missing something, then I am too....

Well, if you're missing something, then I am too.

I have always been under the impression, that mfrs. send a sample product to these types of labs, for certification.

The way you describe it,...
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Nov-2014, 12:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 34,424
Posted By Stereocraig
OH Geez, C'mon, Zippy! All you had to say,...

OH Geez, C'mon, Zippy!

All you had to say, was that you didn't care to do any climbing. I can certainly respect you for that.
But, you said that your HOA disallowed them and that, was the...
Forum: Help With Reception 12-Nov-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 34,424
Posted By Stereocraig
Oh, but it really, really IS an option. ...

Oh, but it really, really IS an option.


Anybody that told you that, is either sadly misinformed, or is outright lying to you.
It is a ridiculously, unenforceable rule and the federal government...
Forum: Help With Reception 11-Nov-2014, 5:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 26,672
Posted By Stereocraig
Yes, it has been at least 25 years, since I've...

Yes, it has been at least 25 years, since I've used one too.

I even remember using the old separate TX/RX ultrasonic motion sensors, that you could actually hear.
Forum: Help With Reception 9-Nov-2014, 6:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 26,672
Posted By Stereocraig
Well, your system certainly is no slouch. Have...

Well, your system certainly is no slouch.
Have you played w/ different heights?

Sometimes, just moving the antenna around, or up/down a few inches, will find the sweet spot?
Forum: Help With Reception 9-Nov-2014, 2:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,504
Posted By Stereocraig
Nice TVFR! I would guess that anything you...

Nice TVFR!

I would guess that anything you get up in the air on the roof, would pull in those LOS, w/ ease.
But yes, try your existing one first and take it from there.
Forum: Help With Reception 9-Nov-2014, 2:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 26,672
Posted By Stereocraig
For the same reason we can hear farther under...

For the same reason we can hear farther under water.
Tighter molecules, along w/ less heat distortion, as you mentioned.

You can verify this, by driving past businesses that have burglar alarms/...
Forum: Special Topics 8-Nov-2014, 2:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 31,778
Posted By Stereocraig
That's why I ask, is b/c he states he's using an...

That's why I ask, is b/c he states he's using an attic antenna.

Nor, do I have date/ time on my Bravia. Just the current info and time remaining.
Whatever else it will do, I don't know, cause I...
Forum: Special Topics 8-Nov-2014, 2:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 31,778
Posted By Stereocraig
So, is the OP picking up Fort Collins via OTA?

So, is the OP picking up Fort Collins via OTA?
Forum: Help With Reception 8-Nov-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,879
Posted By Stereocraig
Depending on the distance and frequency, an...

Depending on the distance and frequency, an object behind, or off to the side, may accentuate, or attenuate a signal.
Up, or down by as little as a few inches, may also help find a sweet spot.
...
Forum: Special Topics 7-Nov-2014, 3:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 119,904
Posted By Stereocraig
One of my antennas is a 91XG and I'm very happy...

One of my antennas is a 91XG and I'm very happy w/ it.


For the same reasons I use separate audio components. Because of the reason you stated about failure and because you really don't know...
Forum: Special Topics 7-Nov-2014, 6:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 119,904
Posted By Stereocraig
A few different places, are selling similar...

A few different places, are selling similar antennas. For less money.

http://www.parts-express.com/antop-uhf-262-hdtv-outdoor-and-attic-triple-element-urban-suburban-yagi-antenna--210-514

32db...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Nov-2014, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,796
Posted By Stereocraig
Sometimes, channels fall off, or move around. Try...

Sometimes, channels fall off, or move around. Try this.

http://www.fcc.gov/document/consumer-advisory-double-rescan-and-antenna-adjustments-can-help-dtv-transition

As far as why you're able...
Forum: Help With Reception 3-Nov-2014, 10:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,471
Posted By Stereocraig
True. Just like a component audio system...

True.

Just like a component audio system where the source and the power amp are on, but the preamp is off.
See? You don't hear anything.
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Oct-2014, 5:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,626
Posted By Stereocraig
It almost sounds like some coax, or trees may be...

It almost sounds like some coax, or trees may be swaying in the wind.
Forum: Help With Reception 30-Oct-2014, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,626
Posted By Stereocraig
If all channels are behaving the same, then you...

If all channels are behaving the same, then you have a problem that's common to all of the.
I would start with one TV, the balun, a length of coax and the antenna, only.

I would then, add one...
Forum: Help With Reception 28-Oct-2014, 8:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 34,459
Posted By Stereocraig
Additionally, if the power inserter isn't...

Additionally, if the power inserter isn't unplugged, you run the risk of burning up the balun and/ or the inserter.
Forum: Welcome 27-Oct-2014, 12:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 51,128
Posted By Stereocraig
Post your TVFR in the"Help With Reception" thread...

Post your TVFR in the"Help With Reception" thread as this is kind of a dusty corner.

You will need to enter an exact address, or coordinates and nobody else will see them.
http://www.tvfool.com/...
Forum: Welcome 26-Oct-2014, 3:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 51,128
Posted By Stereocraig
The number that we see, is called the "Virtual"...

The number that we see, is called the "Virtual" channel.

The number of the channel that we need to be concerned with, is called the "Real" or "Physical" Channel.
This means that something that's...
Forum: Help With Reception 20-Oct-2014, 7:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,208
Posted By Stereocraig
You could try a vibration test on the elements,...

You could try a vibration test on the elements, w/ something non-conductive, such as a yardstick, but don't whack anything too hard.
Forum: Help With Reception 17-Oct-2014, 9:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,626
Posted By Stereocraig
Those are great in cooler weather. (Not sure...

Those are great in cooler weather. (Not sure about the overseas stuff)
The guy that helped me, even went over it w/ ty-wraps.
If you do, make sure they're black. (UV)
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