Hi Everyone -
My current cable provider has raised rates 3-4x in the last 2 years. While I am fortunate to have 2 other competitors who offer service, I'm leaning towards cutting the cord - going with an HD OTA antenna + Internet streaming. Here's my basic info & requirements for your consideration:
TV Signal Analysis Report: http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wr...2c15c15674b44d
Existing Setup: Cable, no antennas currently. 1 60" plasma TV (the critical one for this discussion), and 1 32" 4:3 CRT.
Antenna Installation Location: Must be installed in the
attic, single story brick veneer ranch w/ standard asphalt shingles. Probably 5' vertical height to work with.
Channels I Care About: Fox, CBS, NBC, ABC, PBS, CBC, CW, ION. I don't care about analog signals, nor CH 39, 33. Luckily, if I'm reading my signal report correctly, almost all of my local channels & the ones I care about are SW (~ 225*) or SSE (~ 157*)... and most are within 5 miles with the exception of CBC (Windsor, Ontario, Canada) which is 26 miles.
Other Thoughts: I can go without VHF Low, but will need VHF Hi + UHF. I don't want a motorized mast setup... just fixed & forget it.
I would like your input on the following:
- Will an attic mount antenna likely perform well given my situation?
- What antenna would you go with? I'm more than willing to spend a few extra $ if it means stronger signals and clearer/more reliable reception. I was considering the db8e for UHF. No idea for VHF Hi.
- How would you setup the antennas? e.g. pointing in what directions?
- Does the UHF antenna (e.g. db8e) come with a "combiner", UHF + VHF, so that I only need to run one coax run into the house? Or do I need to buy a combiner? Brand/model recommendations?
- I don't think I need an amp.?.?
Would take any other suggestions you may have.
--thanks