I cannot get high vhf channels that are within the distance range of this antenna? any suggestions?
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The range is dependent on conditions e.g. environment, structures, etc., so go with a much higher range than recommended, such as the 50 mile range or get an outside roof/pole mounted antenna (motor drive preferred to zone in on specific stations). My $5 rabbit ears work just as well in the OKC area.http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=outside+antenna&rh;=n%3A172282%2Ck%3Aoutside+antenna The range is dependent on conditions e.g. environment, structures, etc., so go with a much higher range than recommended, such as the 50 mile range or get an outside roof/pole mounted antenna (motor drive preferred to zone in on specific stations). My $5 rabbit ears work just as well in the OKC area.http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=outside+antenna&rh;=n%3A172282%2Ck%3Aoutside+ante... » Read More The range is dependent on conditions e.g. environment, structures, etc., so go with a much higher range than recommended, such as the 50 mile range or get an outside roof/pole mounted antenna (motor drive preferred to zone in on specific stations). My $5 rabbit ears work just as well in the OKC area.http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=outside+antenna&rh;=n%3A172282%2Ck%3Aoutside+antenna « Show Less
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Check the signal strength of the channels on the TV you want to receive. You may need to reposition the antenna for the strongest signal you can get. Usually most stations can be adequately viewed at about 50%. Of course the higher the signal strength the better the reception.
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antennas direct website is now selling an add on for uhf antennas to receive vhf. it's the part that's on the clearstream 2v and I receive channel 6 from 42 miles away with the clearstream 2
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Lynne, Your problem probably lies in your antenna or its placement. Is it an outdoor antenna? Is it one of the old big VHF antennas from many years ago? Search the internet for TVFOOL or DTVusaforum, they will help you out.I get 40+ channels on this TV using a DB4e antenna.
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Some channels seem to come in no matter where the antenna is pointed. you might need to rotate antenna forsome channels. Try that first before you give up on antenna.
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The only VHF station in this area is on Channel 3 and it comes in fine. However, I'm told that it is actually broadcasting in the UHF band somehow. I've not used the antenna with FM.
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How close are you to the tansmitters? That could be the problem or you might have just too much interference in the LA area. I'm smack dab in the middle of the Dallas-Ft Worth and the transmitters are about 15 miles to the ESE. You also might try mounting the antenna on a window or different angles from your TV
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It sounds loud and strong. You may need to check your squelch setting and ground. Antenna should be has high as possible. if you signal is weak or unclear you may be out of range ?? VHF is mostly line of sight and not long range in most cases.
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I've used the HD Frequency Cable Cutter I/O HD Digital antenna and other much cheaper "rabbit ear" type antennas. I found not much difference in the number of channels I received. The real determining factor is your location. In hindsight I would have just purchased a less expensive antenna..
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Possibly. NBC in your region is channel 11.1, but is actually broadcast on 10. A UHF Antenna (like this) will pick up high band VHF channels (which end at 14.) TV Fool (a website used to map coverage) says it has a strong signal to your area, but ti depends if where you live is hilly, or obscured by trees and also the height of the antenna.
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I live about 15 miles from the antenna that transmits the signals from most of the stations and I get very good reception. I have mine in the basement and I have a very small window facing the direction where the antenna is, and I get all of the channels. Here in Minneapolis and St. Paul, there are a couple of main antennas that do this and I happen to know where they are. Maybe you are not facing the right direction, or maybe there are too many buildings or interference in the way, or maybe you live too far. Find out where the antenna that transmits the signal is and make it face that way. Since I bought mine, I get all of the channels. Before this one, I tried two different ones (RCA and another one) and neither worked. This one is so far by far the best. I think if I bring it to the main floor I will even get more channels. I hope it helps.
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Hello Brandon, yes that was my idea too. I have attached an 9 dbi antenna that was 5 times the size of the original antenna. And there was totally no difference in range
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I've found out that because it's not grounded you can't modify it, get a groundable antenna that you can tune accordingly. Big distance!
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Thanks. This is the same info I received from Mohu.I did purchase one. I am about 35 miles from Philadelphia. I am able to get the VHF channel 6 (ABC) if I rotate the antenna 90 degrees.
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No, it's not meant to reach that kind of area. I'd call Wilson. They're support is really great. They may suggest something like this with different antennas or they may suggest a home sized unit.
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I receive good signal from 45 miles away, my height is 25 feet above ground and have some obstruction in the distance. I use a preamp and the signal is clear.
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When you hooked it up also check your placement and adjust it a few times in different directions.Each adjustment you make you may have to re-scan the channels. I also found that the gain can be adjusted up or down to get maximum channel also. I found ths to be a geat antenna. Hope this helps!
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I have the lower end DB8 (not this "e" version) which gets all the VHF stations 20 miles distant, much thru forested terrain. 40 stations if you include the UHF. I am using an amp but even prior to the amp I still got most of them. I think for shorter distances like my 20 miles, these antennas are underrated.