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Originally Posted by ADTech
Install an attenuator between the Juice's power inserter and your set.
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I have 3, 6, 10, 12 and 20 db attenuators.
I tried this on my old setup (with the clearstream 4V). It did nothing for strength/quality.
I thought since I was eliminating any cables, amps, and connecting directly to the antenna I wouldn't need
attenuation.
I took your suggestion.
Using WGRZ (channel 33) as a reference on my new channel master DVR+, I noted the signal/quality.
The signal strength is 70, quality is 0, sometimes 1, 3, and even goes up to 5.
I installed a 3 DB attenuator before the cable goes into the DVR+ and WOW!!!
Signal 100%, quality 70 - 80%!
I checked some other channels, signal was there, quality was low. (i.e WNED, PBS quality was 10%)
Next,
I installed a 6 DB attenuator before the cable goes into the DVR+ and WOW!!!
Signal 94%, quality 100%!
WNED, PBS quality went to 88%
I think that is good enough for me!!!
I wonder why the tuner seems like it's overloaded.
Could it be the higher gain on the antenna made this happen?
What about when I was connected to the antenna without the preamp?
ADTech you are a smart guy. Thanks a million for your help!!
I will update my results every few days for awhile to make sure there was nothing else wrong.