Rod is right... let me add

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In Reply to: FACT or FICTION posted by Peter J on May 13, 1999 at 06:01:30:

... that you must start with a clean, possibly weak, signal. If there is NOT a clean signal to start with, then all an amp will do is amplify the noise along with the signal. Then, you will have a dirty, strong signal which is really no improvement. In most stores where they have many sets running, they NEED to amplify the signal.
Rooftop antennas (usually) provide adequete signal for 2 to 4 sets if properly split, all cables are good, connectors properly installed, and unused splitter outputs are terminated.
You would be surprised how many problems are caused by loose F connectors. They may look good but may not be crimped correctly. I have noticed that, in many cases where 3 (out of 4 ) sets are working fine but the fourth isn't, there's a good possibility there's a problem with the cable or the connectors.
Generally, if you have to use an amp, it should be installed as close to the antenna itself.

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Topic - FACT or FICTION - Peter J 06:01:30 05/13/99 (6)

Hook it up correctly - Bobio 07:01:40 05/24/99 (0)

Clean the connections! - Estes 10:37:10 05/14/99 (0)

Rod is right... let me add - Markw 05:33:11 05/14/99 (0)

Re: FACT or FICTION - mtrycrafts 23:30:44 05/13/99 (0)

in my experience, fiction.(NT) - T. Buns 16:35:09 05/13/99 (0)

Re: FACT or FICTION - Rod M 07:13:17 05/13/99 (0)

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Rod is right... let me add - Markw 05:33:11 05/14/99 (0)

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