Anyone know where I can find a signal amplifier with a 15dB or higher gain?
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Re: [REQ] TV Signal Amplifier
A couple of things you need to think about:
First, take a look at your cable. You may need to replace it with something with lower loss. Especially up at the UHF frequencies now they are being used by the first tear stations. If it's old, it may have become water logged.
Second, ignore the gain. What you need is an amplifier with a higher s/n ratio then your TV set's tuner. Otherwise it's louder, but nosier - a net loss.
Third, unless you are line-of-sight to the transmitters, don't be afraid to experiment and point your antenna in different directions. If there's something blocking your view of the transmitter, you may find your strongest signal is a reflection off of something.
That said, have you looked at Radio Shack? They seem to be more likely to carry that stuff then most stores. And they have a good return policy.
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Re: [REQ] TV Signal Amplifier
Originally posted by mred1269 View PostAloha,
I had pretty good success with a PCT signal booster purchased off of ebay. It doubled the number of stations I was able to bring in from Kaneohe. See my full experience in the DTV thread.Beijing 8-08-08 to 8-24-08
Tiananmen Square 4-15-89 to 6-04-89
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Re: TV Signal Amplifier
Originally posted by Composite 2992 View PostAre you already using a yagi or some sort of directional UHF antenna?
Those will give you at least 8 dB of gain right there.
Make sure you're using good coaxial antenna cable and that the connectors are nice and solid.
I'm currently using a 10dB signal amplifier. I think I bought it from Radio Shack several years ago.Beijing 8-08-08 to 8-24-08
Tiananmen Square 4-15-89 to 6-04-89
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