The HD850 may seem large... but for most of OTA TV broadcastings' history I would consider it a medium size antenna. (For what ever that's worth.)
The HD850 is a better fit in you application because it has intentional support for Low-VHF reception. The Chicago market is fairly full in terms of OTA TV licenses, so future additions are more likely to be forced to use L-VHF assignments. I say go for it. Still, If you want to use a slightly smaller antenna, the Antenna craft C290 or Channel Master CM-3016 are fine options also.
You have the benefit of strong signal levels in the air. You won't need to use any amplifier and can expect just about the best possible OTA reception of anyone in the world.
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Last edited by GroundUrMast; 8-Aug-2013 at 10:22 PM.
Reason: C290 & CM-3016
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