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The ClearStream 4V HDTV Antenna uses patented technology to receive TV signals 70 miles away from broadcast towers. Ideal for suburban and rural areas where heavy foliage or roofing materials reduce the incoming signal. The dedicated UHF and VHF multi-directional elements deliver range and reception in less than ideal locations. The ClearStream 4V comes with mounting hardware and a 20in. mount with a pivoting foot to allow installation on vertical or horizontal surfaces.
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The FCC site says I have access to 3 broadcast towers, all in different directions. Fortunately the closest 1 is also the most powerful, so I could direct the antenna between the other 2. The recommendation was an antenna that could pull in channels up to 60 miles. I live on a large lake with many trees. I bought another antenna that was supposed to pull in channels up to 25 miles away & only got 2 channels (1 was a public service channel). When I 1st tried this antenna I only got 2 channels. I actually tried it on my deck while holding the antenna on a ladder to test it out. I then called the 800 help desk & it was suggested I get an amplifier, so I ordered 'The Juice', also sold by Antennas Direct. The tech also told me the directional setting for the antenna (110 degrees). I then retested & got 8 channels, including Fox, CBS, NBC & ABC. That's all I wanted. I then installed it in my attic. All told my total cost was $250 (including 50' of cable)
My Best Buy number: 0215601191
My Best Buy number: 0215601191
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The ClearStream 4V HDTV Antenna uses patented technology to receive TV signals 70 miles away from broadcast towers. Ideal for suburban and rural areas where heavy foliage or roofing materials reduce the incoming signal. The dedicated UHF and VHF multi-directional elements deliver range and reception in less than ideal locations. The ClearStream 4V comes with mounting hardware and a 20in. mount with a pivoting foot to allow installation on vertical or horizontal surfaces.
What is the range? How far away can a station be if mounted on the roof?
I found that its not just the distance from the broadcast tower but also the power of the signal. I got a channel that's over 45 miles away easier than one only 15 miles away. However in order to get all the channels I wanted I also had to buy an amplifier (I purchased the Antennas Direct product called 'The Juice').
8 years, 10 months ago
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The ClearStream 4V HDTV Antenna uses patented technology to receive TV signals 70 miles away from broadcast towers. Ideal for suburban and rural areas where heavy foliage or roofing materials reduce the incoming signal. The dedicated UHF and VHF multi-directional elements deliver range and reception in less than ideal locations. The ClearStream 4V comes with mounting hardware and a 20in. mount with a pivoting foot to allow installation on vertical or horizontal surfaces.
can I mount this antenna in the attic
Yes, though its not easy as you'll have to fish cable through your attic, down walls to your TV. And you'll need a level to ensure that the antenna is perfectly level once attached to a rafter, both vertically & horizonally.
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