pre-amplifier

[ddk13]

Hi, I was wondering about getting a pre-amplifier. I live in Lincoln, NE and have recently lost reception to my 3 pbs channels as they have made the switch to dtv. I am guessing by the time all my locals make the switch I may lose a few more as they may not broadcast with enough power. I have a channel master 4221 antenna hanging from my ceiling in the corner of my living room (I know that's not the best place). My questions is whether or not I should get a pre-amp and mount it directly to the antenna, or if you think I would gain enough reception by mounting the antenna about 8 feet higher on my old satellite mast that is on my porch roof? I get all the omaha/lincoln channels, but for some reason cannot tune into pbs. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Larobpra]

I'd try it outside first myself. You may find that your PBS stations will increase power after the transtion in February. I know that at least one of the locals here is promising that.

 

[GravelChan]

Did you rescan your channels? I'm guessing they went back to VHF. I'm 60 miles from the Basset translator, lost them and didn't realize they had killed their analog on 7 and switched the digital to channel 7. They put in an excellent signal on digital now. If the transmitter is anywhere close you should pick it up on a wet noodle.