Thread: Best Antenna?
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Old 19-Aug-2011, 3:14 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by pduggs View Post
I think I will buy the MS2000 and see how well it works. If it overloads the strong stations I will return it.
The thing about overloaded amps is that it affects all channels at the same time. Even if you only have 1 strong channel, it might be enough to make all of your channels go away. The channel corruption is not limited to just the strong channels.



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Originally Posted by pduggs View Post
I have an old satellite dish on my roof. The dish is not functioning. I have seen ads showing the MS2000 mounted to the dish mount. Is this a good idea?
Yes, this can work, but you need to check a few things:

- The MS-2000 can only accomodate a mast diameter of up to 1-3/4". Make sure the mast is not too big for the mount attachment.

- Does the mount location give the antenna good visibility to the horizon in all directions? The antenna can't pull in the stations if the building is blocking the signals.

- Antennas work best when there is nothing around them. Make sure the antenna is clear of any obstructions as much as possible, especially anything metal.
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