I just received and installed PCT International #3039 Antenna Preamplifier and it lasted about 30 minutes before shutting off and killing signal. I removed the power supply to see what signal would pass. It worked better, but still had snow in the picture. I am using it on the #3020 Deep Fringe anttenna and with local channels less than 20 miles from my house I get better signal with rabbit ears. I live 1/2 way between Cleveland and Pittsburgh and need a large antenna to get these signals that are 80 miles away.

This little amp gave me just the boost my antenna needed to bring in the digitals from 15 miles away through the hills. My signal strength meter on my digital box went from 10 to around 65-70. FYI: there's a new discussion forum on Yahoo Groups for those people needing answers on TV antennas. [...]