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  1. W

    Solved! OTA TV antennas

    When instructions say "Point the antenna toward the tower." what do they mean? Have the plane of the extendable arms be perpendicular to the line-of-site to the tower? Or some other configuration? Thanks.
  2. M

    OTA tv reception has degraded

    I bought a lake house last year about in the middle of Milwaukee, Madison and Janesville WI. About 40 miles from each. I didn't want to sign up for a dish for just weekend so I bought this antenna: https://www.amazon.com/RCA-ANT3036WZ-Outdoor-Element-113/dp/B0027VST0I And this amplifier...
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    Antop AT-100 Indoor Paper Thin TV Antenna Review: A Typical Flat Antenna

    There are several similar TV antennas on the market, including models from Mohu (the Leaf Metro), AmazonBasics (the Ultra Thin Antenna) and Antennas Direct (the ClearStream Flex). Most offer comparable performance, and a few even offer better prices. Antop AT-100 Indoor Paper Thin TV Antenna...
  4. Marshall Honorof

    AirTV Review: Lets Sling Viewers Take Antenna Channels Anywhere

    The AirTV rebroadcasts OTA content to mobile devices very well; it's just not that exciting. AirTV Review: Lets Sling Viewers Take Antenna Channels Anywhere : Read more
  5. M

    Solved! Can I stack two combo antennas to receive UHF and VHF at opposite directions?

    what is the proper distance and allowance for stacking two combo antennas on one post, each pointing at a different direction? my goal is to point one antenna towards VHF stations and one antenna towards UHF stations. thank you
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    Antennas Direct ClearStream Eclipse Wireless TV Antenna Review: Cord-Cutting for Everyone

    The ClearStream Eclipse Wireless antenna package offers unique features for those who like to consume their video on a mobile device, or for cord-cutters with TVs that lack a tuner. Antennas Direct ClearStream Eclipse Wireless TV Antenna Review: Cord-Cutting for Everyone : Read more
  7. M

    Solved! No stereo radio with CRX-N470

    Our new model worked fine in the shop, and our other FM receiver (NAD) works fine in the house. But the CRX-N470 does not receive a stereo signal when tuned to an FM station. Tried three different antennas and none work. Any ideas?
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    Mohu Chroma TV Antenna Review: Unfulfilled Promise

    The Mohu Chroma is an able-enough flat, amplified indoor antenna. We just expected it to deliver more, given its larger-than-average size. Mohu Chroma TV Antenna Review: Unfulfilled Promise : Read more
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    Antop Paper Thin AT-140 Indoor TV Antenna Review: Portability for Less

    The Antop Paper Thin AT-140 is a tiny, portable indoor TV antenna that's inexpensive and powerful enough to keep travelers entertained with the occasional broadcast. Antop Paper Thin AT-140 Indoor TV Antenna Review: Portability for Less : Read more
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    Channel Master SmarTenna+ HD TV Antenna Review: Advanced Tech, Mixed Results

    The indoor Channel Master SmarTenna+ offers sophisticated technology aimed at improving TV reception in challenging environments. Unfortunately, in our tests, the antenna didn't produce sufficient benefits to justify its higher-than-average price. Channel Master SmarTenna+ HD TV Antenna Review...
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    ViewTV 25 Mile Mini Flat HD TV Antenna Review: Diminutive Performance

    Yes, the ViewTV AR-603B-A is inexpensive and compact, but it's also one of the poorer indoor HD TV antennas we've tested. ViewTV 25 Mile Mini Flat HD TV Antenna Review: Diminutive Performance : Read more
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    Every ‘As Seen on TV’ Antenna We Tested Is Bad (or Overpriced)

    We took three aggressively advertised antennas and put them to the test to see which one (if any) is worth the money. Every ‘As Seen on TV’ Antenna We Tested Is Bad (or Overpriced) : Read more
  13. G

    AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Antenna Review (35 Mile): Good for the Low Price

    This HD antenna costs just $19. AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Antenna Review (35 Mile): Good for the Low Price : Read more
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    1byone Super Thin Model OUS00-0189 Review: Modest Performer for Modest Price

    A budget-priced indoor antenna, this 1byone model demonstrates uninspiring reception skills. 1byone Super Thin Model OUS00-0189 Review: Modest Performer for Modest Price : Read more
  15. T

    Antenna not working

    Purchased a HD antenna through smarttv 123 , connected to my Samsung LCD 32" to RF point . & opted for auto store channel nothing happening . any pls help . thanks Raman
  16. I

    I need to run 700-800 ft of cable to my antenna, which preamplifier do I need?

    I'm stuck between hills so I have to run an antenna to the top of the hill (over 600 feet maybe more). Which preamplifier and cable would be the best to use?
  17. S

    Indoor Antenna Improvements

    We watch comparatively little TV (about 10-12 Hours / week) and we'd like to get rid of cable. I tried an indoor antenna a few years ago and got nothing but static. While we are less than 20 miles from most broadcast TV antennas were told we are on the wrong side of a hill in our city. I'd...
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    ClearStream View Wall-Frame HDTV Antenna Review: Nearly Picture Perfect

    By building the antenna into a large picture frame, Antenna Direct's ClearStream View is a unique solution to the visually challenging problem of how to hide an indoor antenna. ClearStream View Wall-Frame HDTV Antenna Review: Nearly Picture Perfect : Read more
  19. R

    Using digital antenna without HDTV

    I have cable, but NOT HDTV. Can I still use the new digital antennas?
  20. P

    Where can I purchase the tv antennas connector that I have to solder on my motherboard to a sansui tv

    I broke my cable connector to my sansui tv where can I purchase the part and is it worth it to solder the connector back on to the main board