does this unit go close to the tv or the antenna. i live in an apt complex with a roof (4th floor) antenna coaxed into my apt. so i need one that works on the tv end.
890254
This amp consist of three parts, the amp, the power supply and the injector. The amp itself should be attached on the mast as close to the antenna as possible, the injector and the power supply is installed indoors near the tv.
890255
I don't know the optimal location for this device. It does have a weather proof case which implies it could be used outdoors, nearer the antenna. However, I use mine inside, about midway in the 60 ft. of cable between the antenna and the nearest TV. One might expect, that if you have a signal that is weak, the sooner you add amplification the better, but my works well as it is.
890256
There is a part of the unit that must go near the antenna. It is contained in a waterproof box and connected in-line with the coax. However, the power injector which power the device near your antenna can be anywhere in the line (e.g. Near your TV). They design it that way because you normally would not have a power outlet available near your antenna.
2094078
There is a menu setting that gives you a choice between "air/cable," so it seems that there is an input for antenna. I saw nothing on the back that was separate from the cable connection, but I think that the same connection is used for both antenna or cable.
209245
I did not gnd it as my antenna was mounted in my attic. U can try to gnd to anything metal pipe which is going down to the ground
1659067
I have a similar situation but don't know if it will work for you. The DB8e is the most powerful antenna I found so if it doesn't work, I don't know what would. My stations are all within 10 miles of my house. Locate the antenna where it isn't blocked by trees close to the antenna.
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yes that should work ok, however I would recomend if posible that you mount it outside on the roof about 25 to 30 feet off the ground. I also highly recommend this pre amp http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_7?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=lna-200+boost+xt+outdoor+digital+tv+antenna+preamplifier&sprefix;=lna-200%2Caps%2C239this will be a great addition to your new antenna. Lastly make sure your coax cable is RG6 not RG59, if you have 59 it will work just not as good as RG6. You will have more loss of signal with 59. Good luck and God Bless yes that should work ok, however I would recomend if posible that you mount it outside on the roof about 25 to 30 feet off the ground. I also highly recommend this pre amp http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_7?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=lna-200+boost+xt+outdoor+digital+tv+antenna+preamplifier&sprefix;=lna-200%2Caps%2C239this will be a great addition to your new antenna. Lastly make sure your... » Read More yes that should work ok, however I would recomend if posible that you mount it outside on the roof about 25 to 30 feet off the ground. I also highly recommend this pre amp http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_7?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=lna-200+boost+xt+outdoor+digital+tv+antenna+preamplifier&sprefix;=lna-200%2Caps%2C239this will be a great addition to your new antenna. Lastly make sure your coax cable is RG6 not RG59, if you have 59 it will work just not as good as RG6. You will have more loss of signal with 59. Good luck and God Bless « Show Less
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I bought this item and returned it! They say keep it close to the antenna as possible, also have over 30+ feet of coaxe cable to your set. I had less and it blocked out some stations. After talking to a TV tech, he said for best results get a bigger antenna! I did and now get all the stations from 40 miles away. I recommend a Antennas Direct C2-V-CJM ClearStream 2-V Long Range UHF/VHF Indoor/Outdoor DTV antenna.
878277
The antenna will work "receive signals" any place, IMHO the higher its mounted the better, in attic, 2nd floor ok depends on distance from station and signal strength.If you have metal roof or siding then it probably won't work as well, RF does not penetrate metal.
1731044
I am using a rooftop antenna with a signal booster from Radio Shack. Should probably use an antenna made for digital TV.
285486
the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is relitive to where you are so you know where to aim the antenna...also this one is NOT good if the station are over 45 miles the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is... » Read More the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is relitive to where you are so you know where to aim the antenna...also this one is NOT good if the station are over 45 miles « Show Less
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You can install this outside on your roof, or inside in your attic space. It hooks up to your tv with a regular coax cable. It's a very strong antenna. If you live out in the boonies, you might need a signal amplifier too.
1832718
I mounted mine in the attic of a 2 story house and I don't have this issue. I know it does not work when I swap the amplifier with the mohu leaf one. Try mount higher or point the antenna to the TV station.
262007
I get great reception with the new terk antennae, I am about 25 miles away from the tv towers. I have the non amplified version, however I bought the amplified version for my step father and it doesn't seem to work any better for him and he is about 20 miles from the tv towers.
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The best place for the antenna is on the roof of the car. However, I have mine placed on the dash close to the windshield. It goes in out occasionally but I will live that since I drive a lot on wide open interstates. I have a vehicle kit for my lynx and I use the aux headphone input to my car radio. The lynx has a fm transmitter built into that will work when it plugged into the vehicle dock.
2153401
Antenna wire screws into outlet I believe where the cable would normally plug in. Very simple on my TV.
1408240
This antenna is subject to some interference esp. if you have a lot of trees and not within 50 miles of broadcast towers. Shorter the distance the more interference it can withstand. If your in a deep valley with large mountains blocking the signal it might be trouble. It operates similar to the old style roof top antennas equal to but not better in performance. Even for HD the larger rooftop antenna are still better in tough signal areas.
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I'm not sure what you are needing an antenna for...TV or radio. I have this unit, hooked up to our cable system that we have for our other TV. Works great on cable; I don't know if you can use it with an antenna or not. Sorry! D.Minton
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Works like a charm I have mine plugged into the audio in on my home receiver and the antenna is attached to an extension on the roof never had a problem with any of the radios that I attached to it including an onyx plus.