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Old 26-Nov-2012, 7:08 AM   #2
GroundUrMast
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The HD8200U is a big antenna, but appropriate for the signals shown on your report. To make use of a single antenna, you'll need a rotator, and a preamp as well.

Consider the HyGain AR-40, if that's too expensive for your budget then an NTE U-106 plus a TB-105 would be a less expensive option. In the wind, the AR-40 will earn its keep. For a preamp, I'd suggest an Antennas Direct CPA-19.

A rotator can be a frustrating piece of equipment if you have more than one TV connected and there is disagreement over which way the antenna should be aimed. Also, some tuners make no provision for programing channels other than an automated scan that over-writes previous scans. If that's your situation, a rotator will be a very cumbersome solution.

There are alternatives to rotators but it's unclear in your case if the alternatives would make sense. (See, http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=820 and http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=2882.) How many TVs do you expect to connect?

As I see it, reliable reception of a FOX affiliate is likely going to call for a higher mounting option.

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