Re: TV amplifier question? Get better signal

There is some good advice from Brenda Ann regarding signal amplifcation on
an antenna.  Nothing can replace a good antenna, not even amplification.  An
amplifier will simply amp whatever it sees as it's input.  This includes
reflections from nearby buildings, mountains, etc.  A properly positioned
multi-element antenna will provide a great deal of gain.   I suggest you
focus on getting clean signal to start out with and leave amplification as a
secondary measure.  My personal research reveals a roof mounted yagi antenna
will yeild the best results.

There is tons of antenna info available on the web and I do not purport to
be an antenna specialist.  It is impossible to predict how a given antenna
will function in your specific situation.  Even the experts would agree on
this.  But you should be able to get a good idea of what will work best for
you.  If you don't want cable, then don't cut corners on your antenna system
and expect a quality picture.

weithrino


"lbbs" <lbbs @dadffo.ca> wrote in message
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> I am trying to improve my TV signal.   right now I have an old (made in
> 1995) amplifier that is connected to an TV antenna (aprox 25ft high)
mounted
> on my house.   Right now I have RG59 Coax cable (75'ft)  which I want to
> replace with RG6 cable.    My amplifier is rated at 2.5w and 0.025amp.
I
> would buy a newer amplifier, if I thought it would help my signal.     I
> looked at a new amplifier at Radio Shack and the rating system seamed to
be
> different now.    It was rated at 10dB and I believe it mention something
> about frequency.   I assume the higher the db value means more
> amplification.    Will a 9dB amplifier do just as good as a 20dB
amplifier.
> What is the highest value that would be safe for my TV?    They could not
> explain it to me at the store.
>
> Second question is about buying one of those omnidirectional TV antennas
> that look like a flying saucer.     I believe they have a built in
> amplifier.    If I bought one should I use it in combination with my old
> indoor amplifier 2.5W?    Thanks a lot for your help.
>
> Also, any other way to improve my signal (don't want to pay for cable)?
> thanx
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