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No, it is not. You posted the link to the address entry page and not to your TV Fool Radar report. When you redo the report, it is a simple matter to test the link from [Preview Post] before you submit it.
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Oh, sorry about that! I ran it again, and here is the link that I can use to share with others:
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...0b86d8bee756e7
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Originally Posted by MisterMe
If you have no window with a south view or a south wall in your apartment, then you need an outdoor antenna.
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I do have a window with a south view, but it's in the bedroom, the furthest possible spot from the TV. That would mean running a cord through the living room, kitchen, hallway, and the far end of the bedroom, which is probably not feasible (especially since part of the cord would have to go across the kitchen entrance). If it's relatively cheap to buy a really long cord, though, I might buy one and check it out--it can't hurt, really, and I'm desperate for anything that would help.
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Originally Posted by MisterMe
Judging by the options presented in your OP, an outdoor antenna is an option for you. Run the antenna above your roof and point it 193° magnetic compass or 13° west of your south magnetic compass reading. With the signal available to you, even due south should work fine. Adjust the direction for strongest signal.
A popular choice on this forum is the RCA ANT751R. The Winegard HD 7696P is a great antenna, but is probably overkill for your situation. Buy the Winegard if you like, but the RCA should receive every channel available to you.
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Thanks for the comparison. Unfortunately, I don't think I can actually mount anything on the roof of my apartment--all satellite dishes are mounted on the sides of the balconies here (I don't know anyone else here with an OTA antenna). My balcony faces north, but would it still be worthwhile to mount it there, even though it would be lower than the roofline? Or is it only worthwhile to get an outdoor antenna if I could mount it on the roof?
Thanks so much for your help!