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Originally Posted by tlhfirelion
Elmo, thanks for the helpful reply. I looked over the antenna suggestions you posted and the 2V looks like a better option for us. When I do begin to install this, is th ebest way to break out my trusty compass and aim for the middle of the cluster on my FOOL report N-NE?
I notice a lot of the antenna today say 50+miles or 60+ miles, what that mean exactly? Does the signal drop like a stone after 51 miles? Do I need to get something stronger then what I need? If so, I'm OK with overkill. lol
If we ever do add a TV to the Master bedroom I'll see how the signal strength is before getting any signal booster device. it's only a run of about
8' so I can't imagine the signal is that far gone.
Regarding your concern about the internet interfering with the TV signal, its' thru our phone lines and nowhere near this part of the house so it's should be an issue.
Thank you for the help and if anyone else has any feedback it's appreciated!
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A compass is a good start. Use your plot and table as your guide as it has all the locations on there. You will want to tweak it a degree or two to find the best signal for you. Your TV likely has a signal meter built in. Have it rescan for channels once attached. Be sure and check all channels for signal strength before you clamp it down.
As for distance ratings, I doubt there's a standard. Larger antennas are more directional so they can pull from a greater distance. Smaller antennas pull in a wider range of stations from various directions as long as they aren't far away. Think of it as a spot light vs a flood light. There's no hard cut off, reception fades the further away you are, that's all.