Looking for antenna for 96002 TVFool report included...

[Qman]

Can't ever seem to get a good solid answer.

I have a good spot (I think) on my roof with 360 around, some Oak trees in the way, but not that bad.

Seems that I have everything I want within range, but there is many different antenna to choose from

My report:
http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29&q=id%3d9fbeb47ec4fbfe

Thanks in advance!

[tigerbangs]

This isn't too tough: you have stations coming from 2 different directions: NBC, CBS and FOX are coming from the same basic direction: ABC and PBS are coming from an almost opposite direction. NBC, CBS and FOX are on UHF, and ABC and PBS are on VHF. I would suggest a 2-antenna solution using an AnternnasDirect XG-43 UHF antenna aimed at 115 degrees by your compass to pick up NBC,CBS and FOX, and a Winegard YA-1713 VHF high-band yagi mounted on the same mast, separated by 4' from the XG-43. Aim the YA-1713 at 295 degrees by your compass. Use all RG-6u coaxial cable in your installation, and use a Pico-Macom UVSJ UHF-VHF antenna joiner so combine the signals from the two antennas into one cable downlead. You didn't mention how many TV sets you have to connect, but you shouldn't need a preamp unless you plan to run more than 2 TV sets from the antenna system. You'll see all of your local stations clearly and reliably if you follow my advice.

Here are links to the equipment:
http://www.winegard.com/kbase/upload/ya-1713.pdf
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp?mc ... enna-(43XG)&c=TV%20Antennas&sku=
http://www.solidsignal.com/pview.asp?mc ... enna-(UVSJ)&c=Signal%20Combiners&sku=

And here is a good antenna installation guide:
http://manuals.solidsignal.com/AntInstallGuide.pdf

[Qman]

Thank you! that answered everyone of my questions


Just running 2 sets

[tigerbangs]

You can also consider an amplified 2-ways splitter like the Channel Master CM3412, which will overcome the line and splitting losses associated with running 2 TV sets. I think I would probably do that if this was my istallation.

http://www.channelmaster.com/product.php?catID=40

[Qman]

How high off my roof should I install the YA-1713? and does it matter which antenna I run on top. I.E. UHF / VHF OR VHF / UHF

Also @295 I have a little bit of tree in the way, how much of a problem would this be? Its just a branch with clear sky behind it

Thanks again


EDIT:

I know that the info is most likely in the PDF you gave me, I will go through that thoroughly.

[tigerbangs]

Mount the UHF antenna at the top of the mast: the VHF antenna should be 4' below it on the same mast. I would use a 10' mast, positioned by either guy wires, or a tripod. The tree branch should pose no problems at all for VHF reception, but try to have a clear shot to the horizon for UHF, if at all possible...

[Qman]

I found this antenna yesterday (33) http://www.antennacraft.net/HBU.html any thoughts?

A 10' pole would be hard for me to do in my situation (tho I will check my chimney area closer). I'm thinking a 1 antenna solution because of the 4' separation I need


Thanks again

[tigerbangs]

NO, while the HBU-33 is a good antenna, use what I suggested: it won't pick up the VHF channels from the back, and your VHF and UHF channels are in opposite directions. My solution is the one that will allow you to see all your networks without using a rotator:>the HBU-33 won't.

[Qman]

Well, that settles that, I figured as much.

Now to figure if I can make 10' work....


Thank you!

[tigerbangs]

If you use 2-5' sections of mast dovetailed together, and use a universal roof mount and guy wires, that works just fine, and is cheap and rugged. If you want to try a 3' tripod, you can use that, but use guy wires to stabilize the rig: either way should stand up to the worst possible weather. Get a HELPER: don't do this alone!