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Originally Posted by teleview
Install the DB4e antenna aimed at about 172 degree magnetic compass direction.
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Why? Wouldn't about 30 degrees be more suitable?
JefB:
ADTech and teleview are correct; outside would be better, but that isn't what you asked.
The fact that you are willing to build a DIY antenna tells me that you would be willing to experiment with your DB4e.
I suggest that you try in the attic first to see what you can get. Try the easy way first; it can be a temporary setup. If it doesn't do what you want in the attic, you can try a temporary setup outside or inside a window (no metal screen or low-e glass) that faces the transmitters.
ADTech works for the company that makes the DB4e, so he wants you to have good results. If it doesn't work in the attic, it's not the fault of the antenna, it's a poor location. The DB4e is a well designed and built antenna and Antenns Direct stands by its antennas. They aren't happy until you are. If, by some chance, your DB4e has a problem, they will work with you to fix it, which is rare for an antenna company these days.