Better since the digital transition

Filed by: Andy
Reported on: August 17, 2009		 Community: Oshkosh
Approximate Area: 
West side of Oshkosh
Obstructions: 
some trees

Antenna: 
Antennas Direct 91XG (UHF) and Winegard YA-1713 (High VHF) combined with a Channel Master CM-7777 Amplifier
Placement: 
On Roof
Amplification: 
Amplified/Powered
Installed By: 
me

Tuner Type: 
Integrated Inside TV (High-Definition)
Tuner/TV Make/Model: 
Zenith C34W23 34" HDTV integrated tuner (CRT set). I also use Zenith DTT-901 digital to analog converter boxes.
About This Setup: 
I've been impressed with the signal quality from the 91XG antenna for UHF, and it has worked well to have a separate VHF Hi-band antenna combined at the preamp on the mast. I use a rotor with this setup as well. My goal was to be able to receive stations from Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, and Wausau. For the most part, I've been successful with it.
WBAY Excellent (91-100%)
WFRV Excellent (91-100%)
WLUK Excellent (91-100%)
WIWB Excellent (91-100%)
WGBA Excellent (91-100%)
WACY Excellent (91-100%)
WPNE Excellent (91-100%)
Overall Satisfaction with Reception:
5

When aimed for markets other than Green Bay, I have the best luck for good signals at night or at least when the sun isn't at full intensity.

From Milwaukee, my most reliable reception comes from WDJT (RF channel 46) and WPXE (RF channel 40).

From Madison, my most reliable reception comes from WISC (RF channel 50).

Reception from Wausau is variable and depends upon the troposphere.

I should also mention that the tuner in my Zenith HDTV set is 5 years old, and the newer tuners in my converter boxes are much more sensitive to weak signals. The converter boxes will deliver signals when the TV set will not. I also wish I had more height on my antenna setup, but I didn't want an obnoxiously high antenna on my roof. I'm considering having an antenna tower around the back of the house, but for now I'm happy with what I'm able to receive.


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Willscary's picture

Awesome! Glad to see that

Submitted by Willscary on August 17, 2009.

Awesome! Glad to see that the antennas are working out for you.

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