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Old 17-Jan-2015, 5:10 PM   #2
GroundUrMast
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It's not clear how much space you have available for an antenna. The moderate to weak signal from WFSB calls for a lager antenna... The Antennas Direct DB8E would not be overkill, especially if you have to handicap it with indoor or attic mounting. WTNH on real CH 10 calls for an Antennacraft Y5713 and a view toward the SE.

The bottom line is that you'll need to experiment with antenna location, understanding that construction materials may pose some significant challenges.

Reception starts with the antenna(s) and their location/aim. Amplifiers have their place, but they do not increase the performance of an antenna. When you have only one tuner and a total cable run of 50' or less, an amplifier can actually cause more signal quality problems than it solves.
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If the well is dry and you don't see rain on the horizon, you'll need to dig the hole deeper. (If the antenna can't get the job done, an amp won't fix it.)

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