What will I need to install my OTA antenna

[cmeinck]

I decided on a Winegard Square Shooter. I believe it ships with all accessories needed to mount. I will not be mounting on my Dish (it's too high for me) and I have another portion of the roof that appears to have a clear view in the direction of the antennas. What will I need to install this? Is it as simple as getting a ton of coaxial cable (Radio Shack) and running it from the roof to the house? Please forgive me as this is all new and I'm not very handy. I appreciate your help.

Chris

[Ratman]

All I can suggest is that you purchase your coax (RG6 or RG6QS) from Lowes or Home Depot. I will be much cheaper than RS.

[cmeinck]

Thanks. Is there is difference between RG6 or RG6QS?

[Ratman]

Thanks. Is there is difference between RG6 or RG6QS?
Well... yeah.
RG6QS is "quad sheild". This is better for noise rejection.
Not really necessary... but nicer to have.
Obviously is does cost a little more than RG6.

[kevinw]

I decided on a Winegard Square Shooter. I believe it ships with all accessories needed to mount. I will not be mounting on my Dish (it's too high for me) and I have another portion of the roof that appears to have a clear view in the direction of the antennas. What will I need to install this? Is it as simple as getting a ton of coaxial cable (Radio Shack) and running it from the roof to the house? Please forgive me as this is all new and I'm not very handy. I appreciate your help.

Chris

Map it out. Pull cable first before cutting. Make sure that the antenna is in the best postion for a signal. Higher is better. The shorter the cable run the better. And finally make sure you have a drip loop.
Home Depot has all the install stuff you need.

[Ratman]

Pull cable first before cutting.
The Carpenter's (the woodworkers, not Karen and Richard) Hymn..."measure twice, cut once".

And finally make sure you have a drip loop.
Absolutely! :D