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Who Makes the Best HD DTV Antennas
Grouped Under: HD TV Antennas
Now that the switch to digital television broadcasts has happened, what can you do to improve your reception?
It's really pretty easy. The Antenna is where it's at. Think of your antenna as the eyes and ears to your system. What the antenna sees, you see. If it can't see a signal, neither will you see a picture or hear a sound.
To help make some buying decisions, I've put together a new page on this site. This page will help guide you to locate the HD antenna that will work best for you. The Smart Antenna Choices page has antennas from a whole host of manufactures. Folks like RCA, Terk, Winegard, and Channel Master.
You'll find many DTV Antenna models to choose from and each of them is listed with all the specifications and buying information. In addition to the previous manufacturers, look too for those indoor and outdoor antennas from Sharp, Phillips, and Antennas Direct.
Lots of choices - you're sure to find the perfect solution.
It's really pretty easy. The Antenna is where it's at. Think of your antenna as the eyes and ears to your system. What the antenna sees, you see. If it can't see a signal, neither will you see a picture or hear a sound.
To help make some buying decisions, I've put together a new page on this site. This page will help guide you to locate the HD antenna that will work best for you. The Smart Antenna Choices page has antennas from a whole host of manufactures. Folks like RCA, Terk, Winegard, and Channel Master.
You'll find many DTV Antenna models to choose from and each of them is listed with all the specifications and buying information. In addition to the previous manufacturers, look too for those indoor and outdoor antennas from Sharp, Phillips, and Antennas Direct.
Lots of choices - you're sure to find the perfect solution.
Antennas Direct DB2 HDTV Antenna Review
Grouped Under: HD TV Antennas
This antenna was originally designed for outdoor use and it looks that way. However, there's no reason why this can't be placed in an attic or behind the television set. You may even want to place it in open view if your decor has that retro industrial look.
The range of this puppy is up to 30 miles and is considered a multi-directional unit. That means that it can pull in signals for different directions at the same time. It's nominal size means it doesn't require a special site. However, as with all antennas, the higher the better - and the fewer obstacles around is better yet.
One final note, due to it's design, this antenna is best suited for receiving UHF channels (14-69). If a good share of the channels in your area are VHF, you might want to consider the Winegard Platinum Series High Definition Antenna. But be aware that the Winegard is strictly an outdoor model.
Antennas Direct DB-2 Multi Directional HDTV Antenna
One final note, due to it's design, this antenna is best suited for receiving UHF channels (14-69). If a good share of the channels in your area are VHF, you might want to consider the Winegard Platinum Series High Definition Antenna. But be aware that the Winegard is strictly an outdoor model.
Antennas Direct DB-2 Multi Directional HDTV Antenna
Finding the Best DTV Antenna Picks
Grouped Under: HD TV Antennas
Now that most of America has their converter boxes in hand, I'll bet there's a good number of you that would like to improve your DTV reception. As I talked about numerous times, digital signals tend to travel in straight lines and are more susceptible to interference. A good (great) antenna is crucial in order to overcome these issues.
Make no mistake, an antenna is THE MOST IMPORTANT component of your setup. Without a good antenna to catch those signals, it doesn't matter how good your converter box or TV is. They need a good signal in order for them to do their part. It all starts at the antenna.
Antenna cost in not necessarily the best indicator of quality. Many factors determine how an antenna works and unfortunately, there are no BEST units for all circumstances. You need to study your particular situation and determine what features will be required to meet your needs.
If you live in a rural area, antenna design is critical. You'll want one with numerous elements to capture as much signal as possible. I wouldn't even consider a "rabbit ear" type for this application. I would also consider a rotor and amplifier to hone in on a signal and boost it as much as possible.
Living in an urban location is much different. Other buildings and obstacles must be taken into account. Are there large power lines close by? Are the TV stations close by or in another town? In this situation, you may be able to use rabbit ears or an omni-directional antenna.
My point is that you need to do a bit of homework here. I know that may not be what you want to hear but it's the truth. Every situation and location is different and you will have to figure out your needs in order to select the best product.
One other bit of advice I'd like to pass on... Don't scrimp on this piece of equipment. Buy the best antenna you can possibly afford. You are going to have to live with this purchase for some time so make sure that it's an INVESTMENT and not an expense.
Find the best DTV Antennas and HDTV Antenna accessories by visiting the Smart Antenna Choices page.
Here is just a sampling of antennas available. You can select any one of these to view them in more detail, or click this link to find the BEST DTV ANTENNA PICKS available.
Make no mistake, an antenna is THE MOST IMPORTANT component of your setup. Without a good antenna to catch those signals, it doesn't matter how good your converter box or TV is. They need a good signal in order for them to do their part. It all starts at the antenna.
Antenna cost in not necessarily the best indicator of quality. Many factors determine how an antenna works and unfortunately, there are no BEST units for all circumstances. You need to study your particular situation and determine what features will be required to meet your needs.
If you live in a rural area, antenna design is critical. You'll want one with numerous elements to capture as much signal as possible. I wouldn't even consider a "rabbit ear" type for this application. I would also consider a rotor and amplifier to hone in on a signal and boost it as much as possible.
Living in an urban location is much different. Other buildings and obstacles must be taken into account. Are there large power lines close by? Are the TV stations close by or in another town? In this situation, you may be able to use rabbit ears or an omni-directional antenna.
My point is that you need to do a bit of homework here. I know that may not be what you want to hear but it's the truth. Every situation and location is different and you will have to figure out your needs in order to select the best product.
One other bit of advice I'd like to pass on... Don't scrimp on this piece of equipment. Buy the best antenna you can possibly afford. You are going to have to live with this purchase for some time so make sure that it's an INVESTMENT and not an expense.
Find the best DTV Antennas and HDTV Antenna accessories by visiting the Smart Antenna Choices page.
Here is just a sampling of antennas available. You can select any one of these to view them in more detail, or click this link to find the BEST DTV ANTENNA PICKS available.
Superior Outdoor Performance Optimal Indoor Design Good Middle Ground 
Quad-Loop Design
Range up to 65 Miles
Works Great w/Rotor
Dual Drive Amplifier
Optimized for Channels 2-69
Horizontal or Vertical Orientation High Wind Resistance
Range of 10-50 Miles
Integrated Ohm Converter
