03-05-2011, 02:35 PM
Amplifier made all the difference in the world for my rooftop reception.
If I unplug it I lose half the stations I can get - and that's in good weather.
Aiming is important.
It can also create a dilemna if you have stations in many directions. Neither of my TVs can "add" a station manually - have to do a tune search. Move the antenna and you get a new list.
I tried the outdoor antenna inside and in the attic ( I really didn't want a pole on the side of the house nor an a-frame on the roof, but I found the closer I got to being above the close proximity treetops improved reception.
Any of the antenna manufacturers have sites that will help you determine the distance and antenna size you will need based on that distance. Can't get a signal through a mountain, so if you're in a hollow height off the ground will help - maybe.
I could use another 20-30 feet of height on my antenna but I don't want to look at all the guy wires that will be required for support.
If I unplug it I lose half the stations I can get - and that's in good weather.
Aiming is important.
It can also create a dilemna if you have stations in many directions. Neither of my TVs can "add" a station manually - have to do a tune search. Move the antenna and you get a new list.
I tried the outdoor antenna inside and in the attic ( I really didn't want a pole on the side of the house nor an a-frame on the roof, but I found the closer I got to being above the close proximity treetops improved reception.
Any of the antenna manufacturers have sites that will help you determine the distance and antenna size you will need based on that distance. Can't get a signal through a mountain, so if you're in a hollow height off the ground will help - maybe.
I could use another 20-30 feet of height on my antenna but I don't want to look at all the guy wires that will be required for support.