How far will the signal travel? I have 2 HDTV antennas installed in an attic and would like to control from 2 floors below.
1270928
No it will not work that far I got two and I would say you need to be within 9 feet of it to work . I wish I never got them not the best should had sent them back for a refund . Just my 2 cents
1270929
In my situation, both antennas are connected to the back of the box with coaxial cable. One of the antennas is 2 floors distant. The remote works in line of sight at fairly close range.
1270930
Its a line-of-sight, infra red control so it won't go through walls or ceilings. Radio Shack used to sell a pyramid shaped, radio based switch which would work from floor to floor (I used this back in the late 80's). Don't know if they still sell that system though.
624494
You need the amp as close to the antenna as possible. In my case it is just a 3' cable from the antenna with the amp mounted on the mast holding the antenna to the roof. You are losing signal strength with every foot of cable from the antenna to the amp so you want it to be as short as possible. The power supply on the other hand can go anywhere. Typically it is near the TV or the distribution point for the rest of the TVs in the house. The power supply can be in the attic if you have 120VAC outlet to plug it in there or it can be in you basement or living room.
285489
I took the dish off of the mast and mounted this antenna on it. So I am using the whole length of the cable that runs through the basement across the whole house. I am not sure but at least 30-40 feet. However I noticed that the dish company has left a plugged in what appears to be a signal booster. I don't know if that matters. But I am at least 20 miles from the nearest tower and am catching 8 stations. 4 of which are junk. Installed cable recently.
878275
I had it inside on the first floor testing, it worked but the signal strength was greatly impacted. But my closest tower is about 35 miles away also, being on the second floor will help but you will more than likely be better off if you can get it in the attic at minimum.
2216145
I'm not sure about your geographic and equipment factors. I'm approximately 80-100 miles away from tv tranmitter towers (plural) from different locations. I considered this as my first priority in selecting the proper over-the-air roof (or in my case, attic) antenna. I selected ClearStream 4 and it was the best and correct choice. Thereafter, I installed this Antra device because of "long coaxial cable run" from my attic to my downstairs tv. This Antra device solved the problem of losing tv signal due to long coaxial cable. In my opinion, this Antra device may not be the solution in your situation. I'm not sure about your geographic and equipment factors. I'm approximately 80-100 miles away from tv tranmitter towers (plural) from different locations. I considered this as my first priority in selecting the proper over-the-air roof (or in my case, attic) antenna. I selected ClearStream 4 and it was the best and correct choice. Thereafter, I installed this Antra device because of "long coaxial cable run" from my attic to my downstairs tv. This Antra device solved the problem of losing tv signal due to long coaxial cable. In my opinion, this Antra device may not be the solution... » Read More I'm not sure about your geographic and equipment factors. I'm approximately 80-100 miles away from tv tranmitter towers (plural) from different locations. I considered this as my first priority in selecting the proper over-the-air roof (or in my case, attic) antenna. I selected ClearStream 4 and it was the best and correct choice. Thereafter, I installed this Antra device because of "long coaxial cable run" from my attic to my downstairs tv. This Antra device solved the problem of losing tv signal due to long coaxial cable. In my opinion, this Antra device may not be the solution in your situation. « Show Less
326863
Installed mine in the attic which was 16 feet off the ground. Pulled in more stations than antenna web indicated I would.
1204201
I have installed the antenna in my attic. I receive some of the channels I was expecting to receive. I don't remember how far the range was suppose to be, but I am getting the range as advertised. Some of the towers are within that range, but I can barely get the signal or get no signal at all.
81599
No, it's not meant to reach that kind of area. I'd call Wilson. They're support is really great. They may suggest something like this with different antennas or they may suggest a home sized unit.
139727
I don't see how it could do anything but improve your signal. Works great on the antenna I have put in my attic.
1954057
I think it depends on a number of factors, so there is no definite answer. Do you have a lot of trees surrounding your house, are you in a valley, where are you planning on installing the antenna? It also depends on the weather at times. We have discovered that if it is very windy the signal can cut out on some stations. We live about 40 miles from Boston, MA and 25 miles from Providence, RI. We can get channels from both directions, but sometimes we will have issues. Usually you can find the same program coming from another station in another direction.
952120
Not sure. I am in an apartment building and did have to put the receiver near a window to get stronger signals. Mounting in attic may be best bet. Sorry couldn't help more.
868991
Not knowing your area and what direction there coming from..that's a hard one to answer. In my case I have the antenna pointed to are main tower in S.F bay area @ 287 degrees and it's picking up low power 2-7 channels hd signals from 30 miles away in TWO another directions!!. As an installer for Dish and Direct tv That's fantastic and picture is super clear and no "DROP OUTS" from the weak lower channels here. I'm impresseed . Best 40.00 I ever spent on TV....The secret of this antenna over others I've tried is the "rabbit like ears" this one has. There perfect for low channel bands like 2-9 that are mostly low power signals. WORKS FOR ME...TRY IT YOU'LL LIKE IT Not knowing your area and what direction there coming from..that's a hard one to answer. In my case I have the antenna pointed to are main tower in S.F bay area @ 287 degrees and it's picking up low power 2-7 channels hd signals from 30 miles away in TWO another directions!!. As an installer for Dish and Direct tv That's fantastic and picture is super clear and no "DROP OUTS" from the weak lower channels here. I'm impresseed . Best 40.00 I ever spent on TV....The secret of this antenna over others I've tried is the "rabbit like ears" this one has. There perfect for low... » Read More Not knowing your area and what direction there coming from..that's a hard one to answer. In my case I have the antenna pointed to are main tower in S.F bay area @ 287 degrees and it's picking up low power 2-7 channels hd signals from 30 miles away in TWO another directions!!. As an installer for Dish and Direct tv That's fantastic and picture is super clear and no "DROP OUTS" from the weak lower channels here. I'm impresseed . Best 40.00 I ever spent on TV....The secret of this antenna over others I've tried is the "rabbit like ears" this one has. There perfect for low channel bands like 2-9 that are mostly low power signals. WORKS FOR ME...TRY IT YOU'LL LIKE IT « Show Less
176896
Place the antenna as high as you can and the wings of the antenna should be perpendicular to the towers your trying to pick up... you may need an antenna with more elements... I have been using a roof top or attic antenna and picking up 40 in St Pete....my girl friend closer to the stations by 4 miles has rabbit ears...about the same power as this thing and sometimes gets 1 ! Trees, humidity in the air, rain, disturbances and the sun going down ionizing the atmosphere will decrease the signals. I sent the one like this back.
648816
They recommend pointing towards the towers. I have had it in different positions and did a channel scan and did not notice a difference. I have noticed the higher it is placed the better. I get 47 channels on the main level of my house and 74 channels on the upper level. I'm going to put it in my attic.
1952352
I live in a smaller town and I can receive signals that are probably 55 miles away in different directions. I had a more expensive antenna and it didn't perform near as well. Because these are antenas, I have found placing them near a window and at a higher level on shelf above tv extends their distance ability.
1926294
I have received signal up to 3 km in hilly area. Beyond this, I didn't tested and in plain areas range may be even greater may be up to 5-8 km. Buildings and Trees are enemy to signal and try to keep antenna as up as possible, say on the topmost floor of your building.
1989
I found that the HD antenna should be positioned toward the tower. You might have to play around with the position of the antenna. Make sure to rescan ur tv whenever you move the antenna.