For one TV, no. You'll just have a straight interrupted run of coax from the antenna to the TV. Generally the way I approach it is if you have two splits, with a good gain antenna and a reasonable run of coax, you'll not need the distribution amplifier. A splitter will suffice. Getting into three or more splits though, that's where I start to want to offset signal losses with the distribution amp.
Antennas generally come with U bolts and the mounting supplies to attach to the mast.
I would suggest a high quality run of RG-6 coax. Solid Signal has custom lengths with high quality connectors.
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp...nal-connectors
Don't forget to ground your system.
http://www.dennysantennaservice.com/1171010.html
Regards.