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Problem Winegard Batwing Antenna – Voltage drop
Yahoo Message Number: 137618
'Run a fused direct line, 8 or 10 gauge, from the battery to the TV area, splice in an Amperor voltage stabilizer, http://www.amperordirect.com/pc/c-ac-auto-adapters/voltage-stabilizer-amperor-P2090-D1000.html , and you will always have 12.8 volts.

Need any more info, let me know.
Harry'

Harry,
 I agree with Steve, best to troubleshoot and fix the coax, or more likely the coax connections at the base of the antenna.
 The 'voltage stabilizer' you mentioned is a DC to DC buck/boost regulator, albeit an expensive one. You can get somewhat more capable regulator, though you will have to set the output voltage and maximum output current desired (easy trim pot adjustments). These are well made, stable, and a good value:
 http://www.ebay.com/itm/251191518894?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

If you don't need the boost function (ability to take a lower, say 10 volt, input and still deliver a higher output, say 12.8 volts), then a much cheaper buck regulator may be used instead. A simple buck regulator will limit voltage output to a set value (e.g. 12.8 volts DC) even if the input voltage goes much higher. Many will also allow a maximum current to be set as well (this makes them handy as high power LED drivers). The only issue is that when the input voltage falls below the desired set output, since they don't have a boost function, the output voltage will fall as well. Here's an example:
 http://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-Buck-Converter-LED-Driver-5-30V-to-1-25-26V-Regulator-Step-Down-Power-Supply-/350721853480?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51a8a6c828

Free shipping, but expect a couple of weeks for delivery.

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Re: Problem Winegard Batwing Antenna – Voltage drop
Reply #1 –
Yahoo Message Number: 137620
Yep, I answered too quick. An error won't last long on this forum. I like the Amperor but maybe yours is more capable.
Harry 2006RB