Hi all:

I recently installed a Radio Crack VU-110 XR VHF,UHF,FM 110 mile, 100" antenna in my attic. I want to get local HDTV programming. The reception is almost non-existent (I get one channel very snowy and shadowy). I have an at-the-antenna amplifier and the signal is the same with or without it. All of my local stations have antennas within 30 miles of my home and I live fairly high on a hill.

My attic has foil backed insulation on the floor (only) and I installed my antenna about 20" from the main mast to the floor. My friend recommends raising the antenna height as much as possible away from the foil.

Is there a Dr. Yagi out there who has any suggestions? Will raising it help. Does anyone know how much a roof can attenuate a signal?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks...

Matt

PS: Do HDTV OTA signals broadcast on UHF frequencies?