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Thank you for all the help! I somehow overlooked the fact that the DB8e was designed for UHF channels. I believe I would like the antenna to be designed for both VHF and UHF frequencies.

This antenna will actually be installed for an elderly woman and I would like to make her experience while watching television as trouble free as possible. Over any specific channel, she would also prefer the most convenient route. In other words, she wants to power on the TV and converter box and be done.

Based off the information you've given me and because of this, my plan is to install the antenna and aim it in the direction of Richmond. I will give her a few days to rate her experience. The next few days I will do the same except in the direction of Charlottesville. I will do the same with Lynchburg (West). I will let her choose which set of channels she prefers.

Now that I have made a concrete decision on the channels I would like, should I be looking for a VHF/UHF antenna? It's human nature to think an antenna designed for both is just a smarter purchase. Is this incorrect? Based on my location analysis would it be a waste of money and or potential performance to buy something designed for both UHF and VHF? If so, I will take your suggestion and purchase the DB8e. If not, should I go with your first suggestion and purchase a Winegard HD7698P?

Basically I would like to get the most from which ever city I point the antenna, with a PBS network still being rather important. The cost of the antenna is not an issue. If this helps, the antenna will most likely be pointed towards Richmond.