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"Panel" style UHF DTV antenna?
On Sat, 30 May 2009 21:32:58 -0400, Elmo P. Shagnasty wrote:
In article .net, Usual Suspect wrote: I must say at the outset that I am hesitant to buy an antenna based on its form-factor, but I'm forced by the local code to not display bare-element type antennae on the mast. I don't believe the local code has any say in the matter. But if you want to give up your rights... I believe what Elmo says is correct. Check out: http://www.fcc.gov/mb/facts/otard.html which says, in part: The rule (47 C.F.R. Section 1.4000) has been in effect since October 1996, and it prohibits restrictions that impair the installation, maintenance or use of antennas used to receive video programming. The rule applies to video antennas including direct-to-home satellite dishes that are less than one meter (39.37") in diameter (or of any size in Alaska), TV antennas, and wireless cable antennas. The rule prohibits most restrictions that: (1) unreasonably delay or prevent installation, maintenance or use; (2) unreasonably increase the cost of installation, maintenance or use; or (3) preclude reception of an acceptable quality signal. In this ruling, the FCC pre-empted not only state and local government regulations but HOA CCR's and landlords' restrictions on renters. This came about because the broadcasters have a strong lobby, and they didn't want widespread limitations on receiving their over-the-air or satellite transmissions. |
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