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Forum: Help With Reception 22-Apr-2015, 3:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,521
Posted By JGoodwin
That's why I'm asking- there is a little...

That's why I'm asking- there is a little difference and I'm not sure if it matters.

I'm a lot closer to the hills than they are. They are ten miles farther but the terrain is different.

I have...
Forum: Help With Reception 21-Apr-2015, 10:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,521
Posted By JGoodwin
Antenna Recommendations for the In-Law's, Moorpark , Ca

Everyone helped me out for my place to the point where the In-law's want to drop their cable.

Here is their signal-
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3df1f0a66f99076a
...
Forum: Help With Reception 11-Feb-2015, 5:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
It looks like channels 9 will be a hit or miss...

It looks like channels 9 will be a hit or miss channel.

With the strong winds coming up I added two 7' long pieces of electrical conduit, flattened both ends and bolted it to the roof to the mast....
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Feb-2015, 11:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Thanks Tim, I'll keep that in mind. Next time I'm...

Thanks Tim, I'll keep that in mind. Next time I'm on the roof I'll look for the weep holes.
Forum: Help With Reception 10-Feb-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Thanks for all your help. The conclusion...

Thanks for all your help.

The conclusion is- North side of house, Eve mount, mast at 10' with 91XG at the top 3' lower is a Y10713. Both are attached to a RCA PREAMP.

I scanned 55 channels in...
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Feb-2015, 3:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
What would make the 91XG pick up different...

What would make the 91XG pick up different channels than the DB4e? Is it a gain issue or is it because the antenna is 8' long?
Forum: Help With Reception 2-Feb-2015, 1:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Okay- I put the DB4e on the Northern gable of the...

Okay- I put the DB4e on the Northern gable of the roof, on the very top of a 10' mast with the RCA preamp. Pointed it towards MT Wilson and received channels KWHY 22.1, 22.2, 22.3, 22.4, 22.5, 22.6,...
Forum: Help With Reception 27-Jan-2015, 3:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
ADTech- Before I got your response I called...

ADTech- Before I got your response I called antennas direct and spoke to the tech department. I thought it would be easier to talk to you directly not knowing there are multiply people in the tech...
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jan-2015, 3:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
I have no problem exchanging the DB4e for the...

I have no problem exchanging the DB4e for the DB8e and getting an amp if that's what is needed.

Before I make any changes I'll wait to hear back from ADTech.
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jan-2015, 2:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Yes the DB4e is a smaller antenna that was...

Yes the DB4e is a smaller antenna that was suggested in this form. The reason being when I called Antennas Direct and they looked at my signal analysis they recommended the DB4e and not the DB8e,...
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jan-2015, 2:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Tim, I agree with you but the little bow...

Tim,
I agree with you but the little bow ties are pointed to the right position. My fault 34.1, 34.2, 34.3 are the current channels I'm getting. Must have been my fat fingers. It wont pick up any...
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jan-2015, 2:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
It's the Spanish channels KMEX.

It's the Spanish channels KMEX.
Forum: Help With Reception 26-Jan-2015, 1:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Something is just not right- Is the DB4e just not working properly?

Okay, I have the antenna craft Y10713 on a 8' mast on the roof with a DB4e located on the top of the mast. I'm getting every channel the Y10713 is supposed to get and I'm getting 3 channels with the...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Jan-2015, 4:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,465
Posted By JGoodwin
Roof top tripod question

I have a DB4e antenna with an antenna craft Y10713 going on a 7' mast, that will be sitting in a tripod on the roof. Do you think guy wired are needed? I live in a windy area. If so how do you...
Forum: Help With Reception 13-Jan-2015, 5:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Antennacraft Y10713 vs Clear Stream C5

Has anyone had experience with these antennas- Antennacraft Y10713 vs Clear Stream C5

Any input would be great. I'm trying to determine which on will work better for me.
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Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2014, 6:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
The tree is directly across the street and is...

The tree is directly across the street and is very tall. I think it's too close and to tall to go over. I think it will be a gamble that I'll just have to take. Thanks Tim.
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2014, 4:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Original Post- Here is my Signal Analysis ...

Original Post-
Here is my Signal Analysis

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...d243ffb9e0244e

What antenna and tuner if needed would I need to receive all the channels to the East of this...
Forum: Help With Reception 31-Dec-2014, 3:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Will this work

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3dd243ffb9e0244e


Do you think I can put the Antennacraft Y10713 in the attic and the Antenna direct DB8e on the roof or will the attic...
Forum: Help With Reception 25-Dec-2014, 6:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Do you think I can put the Antennacraft Y10713 in...

Do you think I can put the Antennacraft Y10713 in the attic and the Antenna direct DB8e on the roof or will the attic block to much signal?
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Dec-2014, 11:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
The Antennas Direct ClearStream 5 states it's...

The Antennas Direct ClearStream 5 states it's also a UHF. Is it just a poor antenna to do both UHF and VHF. Sorry for the questions I only want to do this once.
Forum: Help With Reception 19-Dec-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
I'm good with using the Antennas Direct DB8e. Is...

I'm good with using the Antennas Direct DB8e. Is there any antenna that is smaller or a different design that can replace the Antenna-craft Y10713 size and still do the job?
Forum: Help With Reception 18-Dec-2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
What would be equivalent to 10'-14' antenna? ...

What would be equivalent to 10'-14' antenna?

Is there a four bay bow tie antenna that will work?

I'll find a way around the tree. I just a recommendation for an antenna and pre-amp if needed.
Forum: Help With Reception 18-Dec-2014, 9:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Let's do $300. The tree is big but not bushy...

Let's do $300.

The tree is big but not bushy and I might be able to install the antenna on the other side of the house where there may not be a tree obstruction.
Forum: Help With Reception 18-Dec-2014, 8:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 32,266
Posted By JGoodwin
Antenna advice- Simi Valley, Ca

Here is my Signal Analysis

http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3dd243ffb9e0244e

What antenna and tuner if needed would I need to receive all the channels to the East of...
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