The problem with his demo is that the test antenna he uses is a VHF antenna, while the antenna he builds is a UHF antenna. So his "bad" reception with the original antenna could have just been b/c there are no digital VHF stations in his area.
Also I don't think he would get good vhf reception with his coat hanger antenna. Which means if any Digital stations are switching back to vhf after the cutover (if it ever happens), this antenna may not work for them.
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scyber @ Jan 28th 2009 8:33AM
The problem with his demo is that the test antenna he uses is a VHF antenna, while the antenna he builds is a UHF antenna. So his "bad" reception with the original antenna could have just been b/c there are no digital VHF stations in his area.
Also I don't think he would get good vhf reception with his coat hanger antenna. Which means if any Digital stations are switching back to vhf after the cutover (if it ever happens), this antenna may not work for them.
Cory @ Jan 28th 2009 2:30PM
Noticed that also. Wonder if he knows...
i4adodge @ Jan 29th 2009 9:52AM
Uhh, that's a VHF/UHF indoor antenna. Watch the video again, the UHF loop is clearly visible.