Which antenna to get?
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Well one thing is for certain,you will need both a UHF and VHF capable antenna,or two separate antennas.
Something along these lines would probably work.
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.as...tenna-(HD7015)&c=TV Antennas&sku=615798398149
Something along these lines would probably work.
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.as...tenna-(HD7015)&c=TV Antennas&sku=615798398149
Not sure what antenna you are referencing. It is technically impossible on flat terrain to have 150 mile range.
75 miles: Yes with right set-up
100 miles: Doubtful
150 miles: Impossible
75 miles: Yes with right set-up
100 miles: Doubtful
150 miles: Impossible
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1389517282&pf_rd_i=507846
OP antenna claims to have better range. What are 8200u alternatives?
OP antenna claims to have better range. What are 8200u alternatives?
since there really isnt anything on VHF LO (those 2 stations on 5 & 6 arent actiave according to the FCC) the 8200 you wouldnt need.
You only need VHF hi/UHF which a HBU55 would be fine
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.as...-/-high-band-vhf-outdoor-hdtv-antenna-(hbu55)
You only need VHF hi/UHF which a HBU55 would be fine
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.as...-/-high-band-vhf-outdoor-hdtv-antenna-(hbu55)
he could get a HBU44 which isnt as much.
I figured with him being 40 miles away from some of the LA stations you will need a bigger antenna
I figured with him being 40 miles away from some of the LA stations you will need a bigger antenna
In that regard I agree.I was looking at the first few channels in his report that were in the 35 mile range.Bigger would be better also factoring in the terrain.
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Thanks for trying to save me money. However, I am willing to spend up to $150. I also need recommendations on a amplifier (if needed), mast, and wires or a bundle. In addition, here is the link to the thread at TV fool:
http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=13029&goto=newpost
They seem to have a far different opinion than you guys. I really think that the first one linked is not going to do the job since is so small.
The terrain is really a factor and I think the report doesn't factor that in I really rather have a single antenna for VHF and UHF signals. It makes seems far less complicated to install.
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Thanks for trying to save me money. However, I am willing to spend up to $150. I also need recommendations on a amplifier (if needed), mast, and wires or a bundle. In addition, here is the link to the thread at TV fool:
http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=13029&goto=newpost
They seem to have a far different opinion than you guys. I really think that the first one linked is not going to do the job since is so small.
The terrain is really a factor and I think the report doesn't factor that in I really rather have a single antenna for VHF and UHF signals. It makes seems far less complicated to install.
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The channel master 7777 gets really solid reviews. http://www.channelmaster.com/Television_Antenna_Booster_Preamplifier_CM_7777_s/92.htm
imo antennacraft has a couple of good ones as well.
http://www.antennacraft.net/Antennas/AntennaAmplifiers.html
I have the 10G202 and it helps to pull in channels from as far as 100 miles.
imo antennacraft has a couple of good ones as well.
http://www.antennacraft.net/Antennas/AntennaAmplifiers.html
I have the 10G202 and it helps to pull in channels from as far as 100 miles.
I guess the reason folks say 2 antennas is that Fox, ABC, KCOP and KCAL are all on VHF and on Mt Wilson which is 290 on a compass (NW)
Most of the other stations are on UHF and NE of you (68 compass)
The fact they are in 2 different directions would be why 2 separate antennas sometimes work better. Most of the Mt Wilson UHF stations show negative on the chart which unless you have a big setup wont come in (and even if they do it might be hit and miss)
