I have an installation where my RCA elliptical satellite dish is about 1000' from the receiver and have a problem with the signal. On odd numbered transponders I get a signal strength of 85. On even numbered transponders I get a searching for satellite message. I've tried using in-line amplifiers (channelmaster) but that doesn't seem to help. I've also tried a dirrerent antenna (Sony round with dual LNB) and different receivers (Sony and RCA HDTV). The dish is connected with RG8U low loss coax.

I know the obvious solution is to mount the antenna closer to the receiver but I can't because of a large growth of tall trees. Anybody have any advice? Much appreciated!

Dave