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8/14/2014 7:18:59 AM EDT
So I recently dropped Comcast cable TV, had to stay with the Comcast internet service as its really the only viable option in my neighborhood. Currently using XBMC for movies and TV shows, but the wife is wanting some local news. I have seen antennas like the MOHU 50, but wonder if anyone in my area (Spring/Klein) use a similar antenna and how do you like it. Are you able to split the signal to use on 2 different TV's or would you need one per TV.  I checked a site that said I am about 32 miles from the antenna farm down on the South Side of town, so a medium antenna would be needed. I dont have an issue mounting one in my attic pointing South, but would like a simple indoor option if possible.
8/14/2014 11:51:57 AM EDT
[#1]
I specifically built my antenna large enough to pick up the Houston signals from Conroe.  It is medium sized and mounted in my attic.  50 some odd channels and was easy to build.
8/14/2014 1:55:40 PM EDT
[#2]
I don't mind putting a larger medium range antenna in my attic, but have heard people having issues with signal degradation when splitting it. Do you split yours, and if so, does it effect the signal much? I know using a co-ax splitter you lose some db's, but hope it isn't enough to make it not worth the effort. I only have 2 TV's to connect, so hoping to make it as painless as possible.
8/14/2014 5:29:27 PM EDT
[#3]
Before you spend any money try this

Coat hanger antenna

I have done it a few times at it works great.   I also placed it in my attic.
8/14/2014 6:11:48 PM EDT
[#4]
I live in Humble/Atascocita according to http://www.antennaweb.org/ I live 34 Miles from the antenna farm.
I have one of these, Antenna with one of these Amplifier in the attic havent used them in a couple years but when i did i got every local channel.

8/14/2014 6:15:20 PM EDT
[#5]
This will tell where the transmitters and how far away.

http://www.antennapoint.com/

Helpful also.

http://www.antennaweb.org/

http://www.solidsignal.com/
8/14/2014 7:57:53 PM EDT
[#6]
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Before you spend any money try this

Coat hanger antenna

I have done it a few times at it works great.   I also placed it in my attic.
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Mine is very similar to this but I used pvc for the frame and cookie cooling trays for my reflectors.  I do not split mine and get a pretty good picture.
8/15/2014 10:21:25 AM EDT
[#7]
Thanks guys. Will have to see if I can put one of the hanger ones together.