Re: Is it me or does KABC7 output lower signal strength in the morning hours?

Alright, I moved my DB2 bowtie antenna farther away from the window and pointing at the wall on right side (still facing north) next to the window instead of the closed window. Much better. Now, I can get 70%-80% range for KABC. Even my analog channels were better (KCBS2 and KNBC are still fussy, but watchable. KTLA 5 got really clear unlike before). I hope this is a perfect spot since I can't go farther anymore (coax cables aren't long enough from my computer and 15 years old 21" CRT TV). Height remains the same too.

Or maybe I got lucky. :( We'll see...


On 11/6/2008 9:17 PM PT, Ant typed:

Here we go again. It is like 9 PM PST, and I can't get anything from
KABC7 (not even a signal lock) with my window closed. I noticed if I
leave over halfway opened (slide left), then I can get my signal
(60%-70%). 1/4th opened is like halfway (30%).

I did some experiments with analog feeds with the same DB2 bowtie
antenna (splitter). I do not see any quality change on KABC7.

I think what I am going to try is move my antenna again, in the room
(can't put it outside), with the window and blinds closed to see if I
can get a better position. I won't like this during cold times with no
digital KABC7 (blah).
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