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Alpena 49707
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Hi: I was looking at your website, and I think maybe you can help me. I have a hunting cabin about 5 miles south of the intersection of M-65, and M-32, near Alpena. I am hoping to find a way to get better antenna tv reception. currently we get 3 channels (two of them are the same station) at best there. I am willing to put up a tower if that would help me. I don't want to go to satellite because I have cable at my home, and just cannot justify a satellite subscription for the time we spend at the cabin. Cable is no where near our cabin so that is not an option either.
I am on 80 acres of woods, and at a fairly high elevation. I have no close neighbors so no one will complain about a tower if that would help.
Please let me know your recommendations, and what costs would be. I would buy the parts from you, and install them myself.
Thanks for your time
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Greetings Don,
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I probably don't have to tell you that you are located in a difficult reception area. However, I do think there is an answer.
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PBS 6 is from Alpena at 295 degrees 21.2 miles away.
CBS 11 is from Alpena at 162 degrees 26 miles away.
FOX 45 is from Vanderbilt at 287 degrees 49.6 miles away.
NBC 4 is from Cheboygan at 332 degrees 50.8 miles away.
ABC 8 is from Sault Saint Marie at 353 degrees 71.7 miles away.
ABC 29 is from Kalkaska at 260 degrees 67.8 miles away.
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I believe the above recommended equipment can provide reception from these stations. Obtaining these channels would provide you with one station of each major network.
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As far as a tower goes, you mentioned your elevation is fairly high. I don't think a tower will be necessary for good results. If you should decide you want to install a tower it is sold in 10 foot lengths for $110.00 each.
If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Ann Arbor 48105
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We currently have our antenna installed in our attic - for the first 8 years it worked great - but the signal has definitely gotten weaker. Our zip code in Ann Arbor is 48105 - can you recommend an antenna that we could also install in our attic - it is a 21/2 story brick house. We connect 3 TVs to this antenna.
We also have a cottage in Sault Ste Marie - 49783 - we use rabbit ears there and can get ABC, CBS , CBC - what would we need to be able to get PBS and NBC?
Thank you
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Greetings,
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It is unlikely that an antenna mounted in the attic would loose its ability to receive signal. Do you use any kind of signal amplifier? or have you added signal splitters to supply additional TV's?
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At your Sault Ste Marie location the NBC comes from Cheboygan Ch. 4 and the closest PBS is from Alpena Ch. 6. Channel 4 NBC will be absolutely no problem and 6 PBS has a very good chance. The antenna I recommend for that location is the Winegard HD 7084 VHF/UHF digital TV antenna VHF/UHF/DTV pointed SSE. This antenna provides high signal gain on the frequency of channel 6 and should get the job done. To be truthful 6 is a weaker channel and could be difficult depending on the immediate terrain surrounding your cottage. With this antenna I also recommend the Winegard AP 8700 antenna amplifier. We also have a cottage in that area on the river directly across from Nebish Island about 12 miles south of the Soo. We do receive channel 6 at that location. If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Atlanta 49709
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Hello Denny,
I have just recently purchased some vacation property 5 miles east of Atlanta, Mi. (49709). The property is in a very hilly area, on Manier Road, and with an indoor rabbit ear setup I can only pick up one channel (PBS). I am going to eventually retire to this area, and I would like to pick an antenna and mount that will work and pick up as many stations as possible.
Thanks!
Scott
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I have examined your location and the stations available. At your location the main goal is to get quality reception on at least one of each network.
The networks available are:
PBS Ch. 6 and
CBS Ch. 11 Alpena
FOX 45 Vanderbilt
ABC Ch. 29 Kalkaska or Ch. 8 The Soo
NBC Ch. 4 Cheboygan
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I recommend The Winegard HD 7084 VHF/UHF/HD-digital antenna. This antenna has the maximum gain necessary to overcome the reduced signal strength created by the hills and can stand up to that areas, at times, harsh weather. Along with the antenna I also recommend the Winegard AP 8700 antenna preamplifier. This amp. has a high signal input capability, to reduce the possibility of the nearby PBS strong signal interfering with the performance of the antenna amplifier. You will also need an antenna rotor to direct the antenna in the direction of the stations. The antenna mount you choose is your decision. View the antenna mounts and install the one that you can install safely and is suited to your structure. >If I can assist you further, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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>Buchanan 49107
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Hello, I live in Buchanan, MI (49107) and am within 30 miles of South Bend and roughly 100 or so miles from Chicago. Having recently purchased a new HDTV I am interested in getting my local HD channels. Checking with the atennaweb website it would appear I need a Medium directional antenna with a pre-amp. Is this correct? If so, what would be your recommendations?
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Brian
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Greetings Brian,
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I investigated the channels at your location and you have numerous channels available to you with the right antenna.
The First Choice : I wouldn't hesitate to install an Winegard HD 7082P TV antenna or even a HD 7084P antenna. With either of these antenna you would receive South Bend of course along with Chicago, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, possibly even Fort Wayne along with a few other small town channels. I also recommend an AP 8700 antenna preamplifier and since the channels are in different direction an antenna rotor. I believe this combination would give you outstanding reception at your location. >The Second Choice : second simpler choice would be a Winegard HD 7080 TV antenna with the AP 8700 antenna preamplifier pointed at south bend. This would give excellent reception on the South Bend channels and possibly a few others. It appears South Bend offers one of each network. I would not recommend a antenna rotor with this option since many of the channels that are in the other directions such as Chicago are probably out of range of the HD 7080P antenna making the rotor a waste of money. If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Caledonia 49316
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Address: ________ Lane; Caledonia, MI 49316
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Used for: Digital
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TV's: 2 (single 1-2 splitter)
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Height: Approx 35'
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The smaller the better.
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The overall goal is to pick up channel 43.2 (qubo) while still picking up the main channels of 3, 8, 3, 17, 35 & 41.
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Channel 3 will be moving to a higher frequency channel (8 as opposed to the current 2).
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All the antennas are pretty much South of me, except 43.2, which is South-East, but 43.2 seems the hardest to bring in.
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Channel 13 is also an important one, and they are pretty much North of me.
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I'm leaning between the EZ HD antenna and the omni-directional MS-2000.
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Currently I have the U 75 from Radio Shack but it is only a UHF antenna, but seems to pick up most of the channels when aimed at 43.2, but channels 3 and 13 are borderline and pixelate.
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Please advise.
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Greetings Craig,
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The numerous strong signals at your location are almost certain to overdrive the omni-directional MS 2000 antenna. I believe the EZ-HD TV antenna is your best choice. I confident that you can aim this antenna in a South southeasterly direction and receive all of the stations you mentioned. Along with the antenna I suggest the HDP 269 high signal input preamplifier. >
I am very confident that this equipment properly installed (I'm here to help if you need it) will provide you with excellent digital reception.
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If you would like step by step detailed information on how to install the equipment, or if I can assist you in anyway, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny Duplessis
TV Antenna Source
"Helping America Watch Free TV"
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Corunna 48817
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Denny, I live in Corunna, Michigan 48817 and I'm thinking of taking down are 12 year old channel master antenna with a rotor, which is locked up. I was wondering would we receive channels 66 fox , 12 flint, 5 tricites, 25 flint and 6 lansing along with uhf channels 19,49, 46 with the winegard ms 2000 antenna. We have a amplifier down stairs for signal distribution to four tv sets and the antenna tower is about 25 to 30 ft tall where I would mount the new winegard. I have read alot about them and have seen them in the area. Thank you! Dan
Greetings Dan,
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You shouldn't have any problems receiving those channels along with several others. We have many customers who have purchased the MS 2000 TV antenna from your area.
If I can assist you further Dan, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Dennis, Thank you for your quick response. I will place the order within the next few minutes. Dan
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Detroit
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Hello Denny
I live in downtown Detroit and am in need of an antenna. I used to have a roof antenna, but someone else apparently needed it more than me! Your Sharp Shooter sounds very interesting. I have a Philips/Magnavox, 27 inch, manufactured in April of 99. On the back there is a silver connection, with outside threads, for the antenna. It is labeled ant "A" 75 ohms.
Please advise on what may meet my needs.
Thanks
Carol
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Carol,
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The Sharp Shooter TV antenna was design for high definition/digital indoor TV reception. For your situation an antenna for indoor use I would consider is the round antenna (MS-2000). This antenna receives signal in all directions and is used indoors frequently. If you have an attic you can mount this antenna there, the higher the better with any antenna. Remember you can return any of the antennas you purchase and try.
Feel free to contact us for any further questions you may have.
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>Dryden 48428
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Hi Denny....
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I really appreciated the honesty that you provided in your web-site...Yes, I'm one of those individuals who bought one of those space age looking HDTV antennas and as you stated I've had nothing but problems with it....What good does a digital single do you when the picture freezes every few seconds....
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I do have a little bit of a unique situation in that I have a small (very small) cabin and the size of the antenna does mean something to me...I was looking at the miniMAX ® VHF/UHF/DTV/FM Antenna but it is still a little to big....I had also found the EZ-HD TV Antenna VHF/UHF/DTV on your site and was wondering what you thought of this antenna as an alternative to the miniMAX?....I am looking for a package (antenna, mounting bracket, and cable)....Also my cabin does run on a 12 volt power system....I did fnd a nice 15" tv that runs very well and when I do see (rare) the digital picture it's beautiful....Any assistant you provide would be greatly appreciated....I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Respectfully,
Ron P ___________
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Greetings Ron,
The EZ-HD TV antenna is new. I designed it about 2 months ago and it went into production and has been available for about 2 weeks. The EZ-HD antenna performs as well as the miniMAX on channels 7 and up. It performs nearly as well on the channels below 7. Most digital signals are on channels 7 and up making it a perfect choice for digital reception.
The EZ-HD is also available alone or as a package.
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I will be happy to check and make certain that all of the digital signals in your area =ill remain above channel 7. To do this I will need the zip code of your cabin location.
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Dryden 48428
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The lowest digital broadcasting channel number in your area will be 7. WJBK FOX will move from their current digital channel 58 to channel 7 when ABC WXYZ turns off their analog signal in Feb of 09. With this information I think the EZ-HD TV antenna is a very good choice for your location. The antenna can be installed in a fixed position with the narrower end of the antenna pointing just a little Eest of magnetic South. If the coax cable run from the antenna to the TV will be 50 feet or less and a signal splitter will not be used I doubt you'll need a preamplifier. If the cable run will be longer then 50 feet or a splitter will be used I suggest the AP 8700 preamplifier along with the antenna. >
I am very confident that this equipment properly installed (I'm here to help if you need it) will provide you with excellent digital reception.
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If you would like step by step detailed information on how to install the equipment, or if I can assist you in anyway, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny Duplessis
TV Antenna Source
"Helping America Watch Free TV"
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Frankfort 49635
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Hi Denny,
Great website. Thanks for being there for me.
I have a home 6 miles south of Frankfort Michigan and my outdoor TV Antenna has recently gone bad. The rotor does not turn any more and the reception is really bad. It used to work pretty well but as you can see from the picture attached I think the antenna may be quite old. The stations that I used to be able to get were in Traverse City, Cadillac and Green Bay Wisconsin. Can you recommend a new antenna for me and also someone who may be in my area that can install it for me? Also, Can I keep the same tower stand that is there or is there a more modern version of that as well.
Thanks so much,
Chris
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Greetings Chris,
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I examined the distance, direction and output power of the TV stations available at your location. I recommend the Winegard HD 7082 VHF/UHF/DTV antenna. This antenna should easily receive the Michigan channels and do a good job on the Green Bay channels. The G.B. channels are 90 miles from your location but as you know most of the way is wide open. I would also recommend a preamplifier if you don't have one. The Winegard AP 8700 antenna preamplifier would be my choice. I think this combination would provide excellent results at your location. The antenna tower you have is an Rohn one of the best consumer towers ever made, unfortunately they are no longer available. As far as your tower goes it looks great I wouldn't change a thing. I'm sorry but I don't know of anyone in your area to service you.
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If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Grand Blanc 48439
Greetings Denny!
We recently purchased a 50" Samsung DLP television and a Pro-Brand HD receiver (the TV did not have on built in). We have a set of Trek rabbit ears at our Grand Blanc home (48439 zip code) and are getting sporadic results, at best. When we do get a signal, it is absolutely beautiful, color and clarity are spectacular compared to standard cable.
My question is, would the Wingard 2000 or 2002 mounted outside on our chimney be enough to get a consistent signal from our 'local' stations?
Also, are there (or will there be) enough Detroit and Lansing HD stations to make the added expense of a formal antenna and rotor worth while? If so, what do you recommend?
Thanks!
Sincerely,
David
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Isn't over the air digital picture quality amazing. Yes I believe the MS 2000 TV antenna would be a great choice for your location. There is a great story on our website about the MS 2000 and digital reception from a customer near the Michigan and Ohio state borders. You may be able to receive the Detroit channels with the MS 2000. As the industry grows if you see a need to receive channels at a greater distance at that time you could switch to a bigger antenna, amplifier and rotor. I would try the MS 2000 first. > Best Regards,
Denny
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Grand Rapids ?????
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Denny,
I live within the Grand Rapids, MI city limits on the NW corner of Grand Rapids. Right now, I have a multi antenna system (3) antennas on one mast that Bursma Electric designed. It works great, I get HD channels 3, 8, 13, 15, 17, 35, 41, (43-fringe signal) and 54 without
using a roter or encountering any ghosting problems. However, this antenna is quite an eye sore. Realizing that I might loose CH43 do you think that the Winegard MS 2000 would be an acceptable replacement that would perform well enough? It would be great if I could make my house a little more visually appealing, while still getting great HD performance.
Thanks,
Brian
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Greetings Brian,
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I think the MS 2000 TV antenna would be a good choice. The only guarantee I can give you is if it doesn't I'll give you your money back. We use the MS 2000 for digital reception at our home located just a few miles west of Ithaca and receive all of those channels here except 15, 35 and 54. The best advice I can give you as I think it will work. I would mount it above the other antenna or at least get it up on your roof hook it up and try it. Many customer when testing this antenna make a mistake and don't bother to install the power supply injector included with the antenna. If you decide to try it be sure you install this part during your test. All in all I think it has a very good chance of being just what you're looking for. >If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Hemlock 48626
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Denny:
I live in Hemlock, MI and am considering dropping our satellite TV service and going to an TV antenna instead. I currently have an antenna in the attic of our garage, but local reception remains poor with it.
What do you suggest I do to get good local reception with a new antenna or from the existing one? Our house is three years old and has wiring throughout to supply the satellite feed to each room—we currently have a satellite receiver box on the main level and one on the basement with each room on each level able to receive the feed from its respective satellite box.
Terry
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Greetings Terry,
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To supply off air signal throughout the house a distribution amplifier would be required. Assuming your current TV antenna is directional it would be difficult to receive all local channels clearly without rotating the antenna.
Using a directional TV antenna on a multiple outlet system and rotating it can be very frustrating. You can only control the antenna direction from one location in the house, also multiple viewing of different stations in different directions at the same time is nearly impossible. With the MS 2000 you can view any station from any direction on any TV at the same time.
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If I can assist you further please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Kalamazoo 49009
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Hi
I want to buy an antenna from you. What I need is an outside model that I can mount on a tower in my back yard, I don't want to mount on my roof. My lot is 1/3 acre so the distance for the run would not be more than 50 feet to the house. I have 4 TVS. My main TV is a Sony projection with build in HDTV. I live in Kalamazoo, West side. If I cancel my cable, will I get channels 2-69 with an antenna; do I need an pre-amp etc. Also, what hardware do I need to by in addition to the antenna; like coax? etc. I am open to buying your most expensive antenna if you recommend it. My zip code is 49009.
Regards
Frank
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Greetings Frank,
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You have numerous channels available to you all within 100 miles or less. With that in mind I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a Wingard HD 7084 TV antenna. Since the channels are in several directions you would benefit from a rotor I also would highly recommend the AP- 8700 TV antenna pre-amplifier since your splitting the signal 4 ways.
You will need: antenna, coax cable, and mast pipe. optional items: rotor, rotor wire, and pre-amplifier. If you haven't already, visit antennaweb.org view the channels available to your area. If I can assist you in anyway please don't
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>I live in the Kalamazoo area I was wondering if the HD 7080 series is a good choice for my area. most of the stations are within 40 miles but there are a few that are outside the 50 mile area. thanks doug
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Greetings Doug,
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Yes I think the HD 7080P TV antenna would be a good choice for that area. However I wouldn't hesitate to go with the 7082 TV antenna if South Bend reception is of interest to you. South Bend broadcasts are all UHF (Ch. 14 and up). The 7082 offers a noticeably higher gain on UHF. The 7080 with a Winegard AP 8700 antenna preamplifier would probably be equal to a 7082 without a preamp. I don't think you could go wrong with either antenna. >If I can assist you further Doug, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Lansing
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Denny
Which antenna has the best multi-directional or polar patterns for uhf HDTV in the Lansing, MI area? The Antenna Direct model DB-8 or Winegard model PR-8800...Ken
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Greetings Ken,
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I have tested both antennas and found the DB-8 is an all around better performing antenna than the PR 8800. However, I found the Channel Master 4228 TV antenna to be slightly superior in long range performance when compared to the DB 8. The 4228 is noticeably built better. As far as all around performance, both the DB 8 and the 4228 perform very similar, in most situation I doubt you could tell any difference in the two antennas without the use of signal meter. I don't believe the PR 8800 is good choice compared to either the DB 8 or the 4228 >What purpose will you use the antenna for? Maybe that can help me determine which antenna would be best for you.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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I will be using the antenna to just pull in the OTA channels in my area such as ABC, which is channel 53 in Lansing. The HD signal is not on Comcast and the signal that is on cable is very poor.
Ken
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I would think you could use the smaller 4221 tv antenna for that purpose, especially with a preamplifier such as the AP 4700 Preamplifier. I recommend a preamplifier with any of the antennas to reduce drop out of the signal during poor reception conditions. The one thing to consider is channel 10 NBC is planning on returning to channel 10 (VHF) with their digital signal after the analog shutdown in February 2009. You may want to consider a small VHF/UHF antenna such as the PR 7015 TV antenna with an AP 8700 preamplifier. Since over the air digital signal is usually of higher quality than cable or satellite I would think since you have an antenna you would want to use it for all of your over the air digital reception. >
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I just thought about picking up some stations from Flint, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids and maybe around the Detroit area. Mostly PBS stations.
Ken
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Ken,
Denny
Once again, thank you!!!
Ken
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Denny,
My house has aluminum siding, should the bare ground wire be attached the siding? Also I forgot to include the MI sales tax on the 4228 antenna purchase. That came to $4.92 and a money order was placed in the mail today.
Thanks
Ken
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Ken,
Don't worry about the sales tax, we'll take care of it. The ground wire probably should not directly touch your siding. I have no hard facts to base my opinion on, it just seems to me it would be better if it didn't. I would use standard stand-offs that you should be able to purchase locally.
Thank you for the order. Contact me if you need help with installation.
Denny
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Leslie, MI 49251
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I live at _______________ Rd., Leslie, MI 49251. I have a 32" Vizio flat panel HDTV. For now this is the only t.v. that will be pulling from the antenna. I would prefer an indoor only antenna, however I own the home and can mount an antenna onto the roof if you think this is the best way to receive the most channels.
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I look forward to your reply.
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Thanks,
Travis ________
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Greetings Travis,
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I hesitate to recommend indoor TV antennas for digital/HD reception. It seems your always fiddling with the antenna when you change channels and I haven't heard anyone yet report consistent reception without signal drops using an indoor antenna.
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If you would like to try indoors before proceeding I suggest a good old fashion pair of rabbit ears. They'll work as good as anything just make sure the store you buy them from has a decent return policy.
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Your best bet for consistent reception is the EZ-HD TV antenna mounted outdoors. Point the narrower end of the antenna to your North. This position should provide you with consistent digital reception ABC - WLAJ, NBC - WILX, CBS - WLNS, FOX - WXYM, and PBS - WKAR. You may also receive ION and MNT especially when these two stations increase their signal output power in February. >
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Best Regards,
Denny Duplessis
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"Helping America Watch Free TV"
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Macomb 48042
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Greetings Christopher,
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The next TV you buy will have a built-in digital tuner and will receive all of the new digital stations. Most stations are currently broadcasting both the old analog signal and the new digital signal. The analog signals will be turned of on February 17th 2009.
When your shopping for a TV you will have two choices. There will be digital TV's (DTV) and there will be HDTV's. Both TV's will have a digital tuner and both will receive the new signals. The DTV will offer screen sizes similar to those of the analog sets we have used for years and will cost less then the HDTV's. The HDTV offers a wider and higher resolution screen and when viewing true HDTV broadcasts the picture will be wider, much the same proportions as a movie theater screen, not square but rectangle. As far as brands go people tell me they are happy with Sony, Panasonic, and Samsung. I have heard complaints about Magnavox. If you haven't already you may want to visit What's the best antenna for HDTV. This page covers digital reception quite well.
To determine what antenna would be good for digital reception at your location I would need your street address including your zip code.
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If I can assist you further, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best regards,
Denny
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Thanks for the reply, Denny!
My zip code is 48042. My address is ___________ Dr. Macomb Michigan. I will be moving several miles north of this location soon, but I don't think it will effect the reception.
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I checked the reception data all the way north to Burt Rd. and found that the miniMAX TV antenna would be an excellent antenna choice. Along with the antenna I suggest the Winegard AP 8700 antenna preamplifier. The antenna can be installed in a stationary position with the narrow end pointing south southwest. This position will provide you with excellent reception on all of the Detroit area stations. The antenna for its size does an outstanding job for both analog and digital reception. You'll also find it is a very well built antenna and will provide you with many years of service.
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I am very confident that this equipment properly installed (I'm here to help if you need it) will provide you with excellent reception for both analog and digital/HD signals.
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If you would like detailed information on how to install the equipment, or if I can assist you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Hi Denny
Your website info is really complete. Thanks for this! I wish you were closer to Marine City. Actually, our
home is on Fawn Island (Ontario), across from Marine City. The 2 story house is approx 20 yrs old and
has a tower, antenna, rotor, and cable all the same vintage. I want to install a new antenna, rotor, and
cable. I have a new HDTV on the main floor and I want it to receive the cleanest signal possible. The HDTV is in the middle of the room with good access to the tower wall approx 15' away. There is a TV in the
bedroom above the living room. The tower is beside the bedroom and the TV there is beside the tower
wall. I want the best antenna for our location which should be the same as Marine City 48039. I want a
rotor with the remote control. I want the best cable. And fittings. So, I need everything except the tower. I
can buy what you recommend and have it shipped to a friend's home in MI and hope I can find an installer
that knows what to do. (It would be perfect if you or one of your sons could install everything for me!)
Anyway--what do you recommend? thanks Jim
(I'm in the Middle East right now. I'll be back in June. I buy a lot of stuff via the internet over the winter and
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Greetings Jim,
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I have collected the data from your location. Using this information I would recommend either the Winegard HD 7082P TV antenna or the HD 7084P TV antenna. The 7082 is a smaller antenna that should easily do the job at your location. Using the larger 7084 would not provide you with any more channels but it would hold the digital signal locked in longer under the very worst (intense thunder storms Ect.) reception condition. With either antenna I would highly recommend the Winegard . The rotor of choice would be the Channel Master 9521 rotor, it is no doubt the best rotor in production at this time. AP 8700 antenna preamplifierWe carry high grade RG 6 shielded coaxial cable along with quality cable ends to match. We provide the best products available even if it makes our prices appear higher than our competitors. You will also need rotor control wire to run from your outdoor motor unit to the inside controller.
If I can assist you further Jim, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Thanks for visiting TV Antenna Source.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Hi Denny
Thanks for the fast reply and great info. In April I will put an order together for shipping in
May to a friend's home in MI. This will give you enough time to see the VISA go through OK. My billing eddress is in the Middle East, and the ship to address will be a Friend's MI home, and it's going to end up at another address in Canada!
All I need is someone a lot younger and more nimble to do the climbing!
Jim
Mesick 49668
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Hi,
We're on M-42 about 4 miles east of Mesick and 11 miles west of Manton. Using the cheapie indoor antenna we can get channels 7, 9 and 29, but not very clear. We'd like better reception. As we're in a very windy area and the house is very old, I'd like to avoid a roof mount antenna. Something stuck in the attic would be preferable. What do you recommend? Thank you.
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Greetings Kevin,
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The channels are in different directions from your location. With this in mind I recommend the MS 2000 omni directional TV antenna. This antenna can be mounted in the attic. However, I'm not a big fan of attic mounted antennas because results can vary so much. My suggestion would be to locate it in the attic, it's quite possible it will work great at your location, certainly better than your cheapie indoor antenna. Since your channels are in different directions the only other possibility would be a larger directional antenna and a rotor to turn the antenna. Keep in mind the MS 2000 can withstand high winds because of its design and it is simple to install if outdoor installation is required to obtain satisfactory reception. I think there is a very good chance you will be happy with the MS 2000 mounted in your attic. If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Monroe 48111
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Hi,
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___________ Blvd.
Monroe, Mi 48111
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2- Tv's at each end of our 70 ft. trailer, one HD and the other is not.
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Outside use preferable with height restrictions (will have to track down the exact restriction)
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We are in a manufactured community and receive channels from Toledo as well as Detroit. There is a small local airport within two miles "as the crow flies".
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Thanks for your help. Lorri W
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Greetings Lori,
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My son our installer has had two successful installation in Monroe using a two antenna system. He used two EZ-HD antennas one pointing Northeast for the Detroit stations and one pointing South for the Toledo stations. He combined the two antennas together using the CC 7078 antenna coupler and amplified the system using the AP 8780 mast mounted preamplifier. Both installation he did were using the antenna system for digital reception. You may want to consider getting a digital converter box for the analog TV if the analog reception is not satisfactory. >
Below is what the two EZ-HD antenna system looks like.  >
If you would like step by step detailed information on how to install the equipment, or if I can assist you in anyway, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny Duplessis
TV Antenna Source
"Helping America Watch Free TV"
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Morrice 48857
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Hi,
I am interested in a TV antenna but I do not know which to purchase. Could you recommend an antenna and supplies to install it and the cost? I live in Morrice Mi.48857 and would like to pick up Lansing and Flint Mi.
Best regards,
Darryl
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Greetings Darryl,
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You have a couple of options at your location. The PR 7015 TV antenna would be a great choice at your location, you probably could get by with the PR 7010 but I don't think I would risk it. Depending on the length of your coax cable run, or if you plan on splitting the signal you may need a preamplifier. I would recommend the AP 8700 antenna preamplifier. To receive both locations you mentioned, you will need to rotate the antenna. Unless you rotate it by hand you will need a antenna rotor. The MS 2000 round TV antenna would also be a good choice and would provide reception from both Lansing and Flint without a rotor.
Now as far as mounting the antenna it is difficult to suggest what type of mount to use without more information about the installation site. Tripods are the most popular mount, followed by the eave mount. Take a look at them and determine which mount would work best for you at your location.
Here is the basic equipment needed to install a TV antenna system.
1. TV Antenna
2. TV antenna Mount
3. Mast pipe
4 Coax cable
5. Cable fasteners
6. Antenna Preamplifier (optional)
7. Antenna Rotor (optional)
8. Rotor wire
Additional items may be necessary depending on the type of system being installed.
If I can assist you further please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Northville, MI (Curtis, 48168)
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Denny, I live in Northville, MI (Curtis, 48168-9224). We do not subscribe to cable and will be switching from analog to digital soon. I have an amplified omnidirectional Radio Shack disc antenna in the attic (35 to 40 feet above of ground level). The antenna wire goes to the basement about 25 feet below and feeds two rooms that are 20 feet and 40 feet from the entry point in the basement. The antenna receives the following channels crystal clear: 2, 4, 7, 20. 50, and 56. We pick up the following other channels with snow: 9,13, 24, 28, 38, 62. 62 is frustrating from this location. Today with good skip we are getting 22 and 31. Two questions: 1) will the Radio Shack antenna work with a digital HDTV ? 2) What new antenna would you recommend (I can mount a small antenna outside of the attic on the west side of the house too--there is another lower roofed house about 20 feet away.) for an HDTV ? I would like to bring in 62
better, if possible. Thanks
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Greetings,
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The answer to your first question is yes. Any antenna that works for analog signal will also work for digital to the same degree. In other words, the channels you currently receive well will probably be perfect when you switch to digital. However your weak channels may drop in and out. Digital TV is all or nothing. To improve your reception you may want to try your current antenna outside. If that's not a sufficient improvement your next step would be an antenna such as the Winegard PR 7015 TV antenna along with the AP 8700 preamplifier. That combination would do the trick from your location if your current antenna outside fails to deliver the signal you desire. >You may be able to improve channel 62 with a DA 25 distribution amplifier. High UHF signals such as 62 have more signal loss getting from the antenna to the TV. You can perform a test quite simply to determine if your poor picture quality is a result of line loss . Bypass your 2 way splitter and go directly to one TV. If the picture quality improves a distribution amplifier would help. If very little or no improve occurs a distribution amplifier would be of little use. If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Petosky 49770
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Hello, Denny, I live in a bad area for signals,and at present I have a makeshift antenna that pulls in only one station, I used to get 3 stations with a rotor and amplifier I bought at radio shack.
I'm looking at purchasing a set up from you, athe winegard HD 7084P amp, select choice 5000 rotor and the AP8700 antenna. I have four tv sets in my home and two splitters and about 120 ft of coax cable approx. Can you give me a package deal on this? and any suggestions, Thank You Very Much Rick
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Greetings Rick,
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You mentioned two splitters. What size are they, a two going to one three etc.?
As far as a packaged deal, no one has ever ask me that before. Considering the products and the services we provide, I don't think you will find a better deal. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back. Our competitors won't allow returns if you have installed the item. How are you gonna find out if your satisfied if you don't install it? If you meet their page long criteria and they do allow you to return it they charge a 20 to 25% restocking fee plus they subtract the shipping fee. If your lucky you'll get back half what you paid for the item even if it's defective. To the best of my knowledge nobody offers a customer satisfaction guarantee on TV antennas and accessories.
Last but not least we will provide service after the sale. Try getting one of our competitors to help you after the sale should installation questions arise. Most don't even have anyone who knows anything about TV antenna installation.
Sorry about the long winded speech but I really do believe we are the best place to buy TV antennas and accessories anywhere, and I'm not ashamed to say so.
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Let me know about your splitter configuration and the total amount of wire from the antenna to the farthest TV If I can assist you further please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny
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Hello again Denny, ok, you convinced me on your service etc. I live in Petoskey Michigan and I do know where Ithaca, Michigan is and went by it many times, when I used to go down state alot. Im looking at a 40 ft mast for the antenna, and I figure from the antenna to the spliter is 60ft and it is a one to 3 outlet splitter and then from one of these I split it two more tvs from a one to two out let splitter, one going in two going out is what I mean. adding up all the runs Im estimating about 110 ft in the crawl space so altogether 150 of coax. At one time I had fairly good receptions on all three stations channel 7and 4 come in great, and channel 8 and 10 terrible, I got channel 5 once in awhile fuzzy and a canadian station once in awhile too but fuzzy. That was with the radio shack booster, ampfilier, and new antenna, however, I got rid of this and bought cable for three years and now cancelled cable Too Expensive! So hope this helps you on helping me, I have five tvs in my home, cheap small ones. Thanks Rick
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Hello Rick,
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Plymouth 48170
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Hi, I am taking you up on your offer as to a recommendation for an antenna for the Plymouth Michigan area (about 30 miles west of Detroit, and about 20 miles southwest of Southfield. Great site - your articles engender a fair degree of confidence. As to the info:
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1. Address - ___________ Road, Plymouth 48170;
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2. At this point there are 7 TV's that will receive signal (2 computers, 5 other rooms with TV's - only two of which are regularly used);
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3. Analog also, but I would not want to sacrifice long term digital quality for temporary analog quality;
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4. This will be an outside installation;
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5. This is a fairly vanilla side wall installation with a clear view in any direction (I assume towards Southfield to our northwest since they have the primary transmission towers) The only issue being that we are right next to a river (thus being in the lowest topographical point in the area).
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Thanks, Garth
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Greetings Garth,
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According to the reception data ... it read your lower elevation very well ... the miniMAX TV antenna is an excellent choice for both analog and digital/HD reception. For just digital reception you can use the EZ-HD TV antenna. The difference between the two antennas is the EZ-HD is for channels 7 and up. All of your area digital signals are and will be broadcast on channels 7 and higher. Install either antenna with the narrower end of the antenna pointing East/Northeast. >
Along with the antenna I suggest the AP 8780 mast mounted preamplifier. This unit will provide the amplification require to supply all 7 TV locations. Your best cabling set up is to have home run lines running from a single 8 way signal splitter directly to each TV. If this is not possible try to keep the system as balanced as you can. For an example you could use a 4 way splitter with the outputs running to 2 way signal splitters and on to the TV's. In other words don't daisy chain the system. >
Best Regards,
Denny Duplessis
TV Antenna Source
"Helping America Watch Free TV"
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Plymouth 48170
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Hi Denny:
Street Address: ________Ave.
Plymouth, MI 48170
I want to put an antenna preferable in the attic. I have 2 tv's: One digital, one analog. I would like to know the best antenna for this area and do I need a rotor? I only have about 6 feet in the attic if the rotor is needed. Is it absolutely necessary to have an outdoor antenna? (our sub. restrictions prohibit them). I would like to pick up as many uhf and vhf stations as possible.
I do have a cell phone tower about 1/2 mile down the road, otherwise the area is quite open.
Thanks for the help. Bill
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Greetings Bill,
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You shouldn't have any trouble getting good reception with an antenna located in your attic. Be sure there are no signal blocking materials such as aluminum siding, foil faced insulation, brick etc... in a horizontal line to the transmitters.
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The absolute best choice is the miniMAX TV antenna. Along with the antenna I suggest the Winegard HDP 269 high signal input preamplifier. The HDP 269 will not overload on the stronger signals in your area and yet it will provided the amplification necessary to receive the weaker signals clearly and supply both TV locations. The miniMAX is designed so it has good signal gain on the lower VHF channels. Unlike most smaller antennas that struggle with the lower VHF channels it will provide good reception on channels 2 and 4 along with the rest of the channels. The widest portion of the antenna is the two long elements at the boom end of the antenna. This portion is 7' 8" wide hopefully this will fit. If not let me know and will see what we can do to come up with something else. I really think this is your best choice for all around reception. >You can receive all of the Detroit area analog and digital signals with the antenna installed in a stationary position with the narrow end pointing just a little north of east at about 80 degrees.
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I am very confident that this equipment properly installed (I'm here to help if you need it) will provide you with excellent reception for both analog and digital/HD signals.
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If you would like detailed information on how to install the equipment, or if I can assist you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me. >
Best Regards, Denny Duplessis TV Antenna Source 1-800-528-9984 3758 W. Washington Rd. Ithaca, Mi. 48847 http://www.dennysantennaservice.com>
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Rodney 49342
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I am wondering if you believe this antenna would be a good alternative to a long range Winegard HD 7084P with rotor.
The channels they want to receive are
#3 in Kalamazoo, about 90 miles south,
#7 in Traverse City, about 90 miles north,
#9 in Cadillac, about 60 miles north,
#13 in Grand Rapids, about 50 miles south,
#14 near cadillac,
#17 in Grand Rapids,
#27 and #33 near cadillac.
Please advise.
Respectfully,
Kenneth
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Greetings Kenneth,
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The answer is no it won't be a good alternative to the HD 7084P. The distance the channels are from your location will require an antenna such as the HD 7084P TV antenna. I would also recommend an AP 8700 antenna amplifier. This combination will provide excellent reception from the Rodney area, Since the HD 7084P is a directional antenna a rotor is recommended for best results. >If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Denny,
Thank you for your quick response.
I am glad that you were able to help me to make a good decision in this case.
With my parents being retired, I just want them to have good reception so they can enjoy tv troublefree for there golden years.
Respectfully,
Kenneth
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My recommendation will provide great results from their location. I believe the MS 2000 because of the transmitter distances would have provided disappointing results. I know the MS 2000 is simpler, easier to install and less expensive, but none of that matters if it doesn't work good.
Thanks,
Denny
Stanwood (Canadian Lakes) 49346
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Denny,
I just purchased a Cottage in Canadian Lakes and am looking at installing a TV Antenna I did some research and found out that I need a Medium Directional Antenna with a pre-amp. My address is_______Street, Canadian Lakes, MI 49346. What kind of pre-amp do you recommend?
Also do you know of anyone who installs TV Antennas in the Canadian Lakes area? Based on my research I would like to mount the Antenna on the eave of the back side of my cottage which is a two story A frame. I am considering installing the antenna myself but have never installed one before. Please let me know what you think.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Tom
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Greetings Tom,
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I have installed several antenna system at Canadian Lakes. I agree with most of your research. However my experience at your location has found that some of the more distant channels are available using a large antenna. The antenna I have used with success at your location is the Winegard HD 7084P TV antenna. A good medium size antenna will probably receive all of the channels the larger antenna would however, the long distance channels may not be as clear. The pre-amp can be determined by the type of distribution system you are installing. If you intend on having 3 or less TV outlets on the system (3 way splitter) I recommend the AP 8700 preamplifier. If 4 or more are to be installed I would recommend the Channel Master 7777 preamplifier. Did you see the page? How to install a eave mount> As far as installing it yourself, with a little coaching, and if they are physically capable, anybody can install a TV antenna system. >If I can assist you further Tom, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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Denny,
You have earned another salesperson! We have access to more TV channels than I thought we would. Also the rotor is very easy to program. I still do not have all the channels programmed in to the rotor yet, but we are getting channels from Flint and from Traverse City. So far the system (antenna, rotor, and amp) is working great!
Thanks again.
Tom
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That's GREAT! and you're welcome!
Pat yourself on the back for a job well done!!!
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Denny
St. Joseph 49127
I have been researching HD antenna and found your site to be the most informative of all. Nice Job. I do have a question. I live in St. Joseph, MI 49127 and while our homeowner association will allow outside antenna, they frown upon same. I saw the MS2000 and I think, I would have no problems putting this one up on the chimney.
Do you think this will work for me? I checked the AntennaWeb site and they have me about 32 miles from South Bend, but they show these stations in the purple.
In reading up on the MS2000, it would appear if I mount it high (live in a two story home), I should be able to pick up HD signal from all of South Bend.
I have clear site to SouthBend and wondered what you thought?
Let me know as I am ready to oder.
Thanks for your help
Tom
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Greetings Tom,
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Antennaweb is an awesome tool and I use it along with other sites and actual customer reports, to help determine which antennas would be best for our website visitors. The information provided for distance and direction is usually very accurate but in my opinion the color coding for the antenna choice at times is off the mark.
Looking at all of the information available to me I think the MS 2000 TV antenna is an excellent choice for your location. The fact that you are willing to mount it up high is just icing on the cake. You may even get a few bonus channels from Chicago and the Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo area. >Nice job Tom, I can tell you've done your homework.
If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Best Regards,
Denny TV Antenna Source >
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Tecumseh 49286
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Would love to try the Winegard SS-3000 Sharp Shooter Indoor HDTV Antenna. I live on the east side of Tecumseh Michigan _____________ Drive. I pull in(or should I say I attempt to pull in stations from Toledo using a Radio Shack indoor antenna that looks like mesh dish with a bow tie in the center(amplified). I would rather use an outdoor antenna but would need to find an installer in my area. In your opinion would the indoor SS-3000 be able to pull the major 5 signals from Toledo if I found the sweet spot??
Paul
Greetings Paul
It probably won't work any much better than what you are currently using. The Sharp Shooter was designed specifically for strong signal digital reception. My best recommendation would be the MS 2000 omni directional antenna mounted outside or even in the attic. I think the MS 2000 would give you the best results in either of those locations.
If I can assist you further please don't hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Denny
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