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Just ran across this and wondered if anyone has one or tried one. Looks interesting, but I don't know how well it works. 
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01-07-2011, 10:37 AM
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01-07-2011, 10:52 AM
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I was worried there for a minute trying to figure out what it was I may or may not have tried. Unfortunately I have not tried it. Sorry
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01-07-2011, 11:01 AM
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I haven't used it yet but it's been getting some great reviews here on the forum. Do a search on "Jack Antenna" and I'll bet you find some good info.
From what I've read it's better than the batwing but more directional in nature.
Good Luck...
rick
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01-07-2011, 11:04 AM
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I understand completely. Maybe my "oldtimers" is kicking in lol
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01-07-2011, 12:22 PM
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Hi Roadhawgs,
For me, the concern would be the constant 12" height. My antenna is mounted over the passenger seat. The right front corner, of the coach, is where most of the low hanging branches are. This would not be something I'd consider.
Technically, it might be just the right thing.
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01-07-2011, 01:57 PM
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I haven't ordered this antenna but I can speak on the company. (PPL) About a year ago I bought a Macerator Pump from these folks. I was very happy with my purchase and saved $100 to boot.
Larry K. (michigancamper)
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01-07-2011, 03:39 PM
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There is no such thing as a "digital" antenna. Any VHF-UHF TV antenna will receive the same signals. It is the TV or converter that converts the signals form digital (or analog) to a TV picture.
Not a thing wrong with the batwing and a wingman with an amplifier for TV. If you are having problems in out lying areas, the best thing is a larger external antenna.
ChannelMaster TV Antennas for HDTV Reception
Ken
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01-07-2011, 03:47 PM
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Wow! Since my height is 12' 4", putting a 12" antenna would raise me to 13' clearance. Not for me. Also they advertise a built in signal meter. That may be nice, but all the new digital tv sets have a signal meter, just use the menu options and you can tune in the strongest set of signals for the channel you are on.
As Ken stated there are antennas and antennas, but there is nothing that is specifically for a type of signal, just a frequency, like VHF and UHF. Today's technology calls for both a VHF and UHF capable antenna. The hight the antenna in the air, the better the signal in most cases. The bigger the antenna, the more capture area, but not necessarily a better signal. Line of sight and distance play a very important part in televisions signals.
Happy trails.
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01-07-2011, 08:08 PM
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IT is getting good reviews so far here in the forums... Search on words "Jack" and "Antenna"
The worst I have read is "Same as the Winegard with Wingman" so if you are instlling a new antenna for whatever reason.. Well, it's the one I'd get if I had to replase my Sensar with wingman.
But I'd not get it less the Winegard NEEDED replacement.
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01-08-2011, 06:12 AM
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I agree with Wayne! I self-evaluated the Jack antenna last year and reached the same conclusions. Even the Wingman add-on isn't worth the effort for me.
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01-08-2011, 09:47 AM
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Can someone explain to me just how there is a valid technical difference between our good old standard analog antenna and a "Digital" antenna. In my 60 years of electronics and RF experience, I can see no reason at all!
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01-08-2011, 10:24 AM
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01-08-2011, 12:06 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hamguy
Can someone explain to me just how there is a valid technical difference between our good old standard analog antenna and a "Digital" antenna. In my 60 years of electronics and RF experience, I can see no reason at all!
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It's prettier and you would look like an up-to-date sort of guy. 
I like the looks and the signal location lights but if you go with the fixed antenna you have limbs to worry about as well as the signal being blocked by your airconditioning units in some cases. The second choice given, mounting it on your current crank up, would eliminate those problems.
However with that said the question is 'do you need to change' your current antenna will receive the signals very well and it's already in place. I have chosen that option.
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