Re: [PLUG] No TV Over the Air?

[Art Clemons <artclemons@aol.com>]

On 12/07/2014 05:12 PM, Casey Bralla wrote:
> I could install a real antennae in my attic, but that would entail running
> antennae wire, and then I'd have to choose between Philly and Lancaster
> stations.


Way back when, people had antennas with rotators so that they could zero 
in on the strongest signal, which in even in the same market might come 
from different directions.  You could also combine the signal from two 
different antennas on the same mast to get coverage from Philly and 
Lancaster.

I also note that outdoor antennas seem to have less attenuation than 
antennas inside buildings even attics if you are not renting.  There is 
an FCC ruling on TV antennas and even smaller dish antennas that pretty 
much overrules any homeowner association or similar group attempting to 
ban such antennas.  If you need a larger antenna and you own your home 
or condo, outside is likely to be a better long term solution.  Renting 
has other issues if you do rent.


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