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- 09-21-2009 04:00 PM #1
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I am running a clear stream 2 outdoor antenna. Its connected to the DTVpal DVD.
I want to hook up a second converter to the antenna I think I wont have enough oomph to do it. Whats a good ampifier to use to split the signal and ampifiy. Looks like they are +15db The clear stream has a matching unit for the antenna but its 100$
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- 09-21-2009 05:16 PM #2
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Winegard HDP-269 should work.
Check to make sure you don't have any FM stations or TV stations within 5 miles - possible overloads with pre-amps.Last edited by Jim5506; 09-21-2009 at 05:26 PM.
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- 09-21-2009 05:34 PM #3
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I'd suggest that before you go out and blow dozens of dollars you see how it goes. What does the DTVPal report your signal strengths to be now?
- 09-21-2009 08:07 PM #4
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Yes this might be a problem as lowest channel is about 58 highest 90. Also within 2 miles of a tv station.
Originally Posted by harshness 
The lowest channel just barley comes in at times. I should pry try additional hight on the antenna?
- 09-21-2009 10:39 PM #5
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Try it first, before you spend money on something you don't actually need. Winegard and Channel Master each make excellent preamps.
- 09-22-2009 10:56 PM #6
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Two miles is awfully close to have to worry about anything but multipath.
An amplifier might make it worse.
Do not assume that you're going to have a problem.
- 09-24-2009 01:20 PM #7
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They are right. You probably just need to realign your antenna. If you feel you need a booster, and you just may, I suggest this:
Signal Booster Store | Products | Motorola Cable TV Amplifers
Shop around for the best prices tho. I use the EXACT same thing but it is labeled as NexxTech. I got a rare deal. Brand new it was $7 shipped. You can find them time to time for $20. I am also 35+ miles from the towers though.
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