Things You'll Need:
- Television
- Converter Box
- Antenna
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Step 1
Most tv antennas work with the new digital television transmissions. And many consumers do not need to purchase a HD antenna. The FCC found that the new HD antenna works great at receiving the UHF channels but performs poorly receiving the VHF channels. If the consumer already has an antenna that receives good reception on channels 2- 13 VHF
and channels 14 -51 UHF they can continue using the same antenna with their digital converter box or digital tv. And with minor adjustments in positioning they should receive all the over air digital signals. -
Step 2
Still thinking about purchasing a new antenna for the converter box or digital television? Before spending any money check to make certain the antenna is pulling in the digital signals broadcasted in the local area. Perform a channel scan. Check the line up. Is the television or
converter box receiving all the local channels? Try readjusting and repositioning the antenna and scan again if the channel lineup was not complete. If television reception is still weak. The television might fair better with a new digital tv antenna. On to the next step. -
Step 3
Upgrading is the way to go if the digital tv signals are weak. Visit local antenna retailers for more information or check this site online www.antennaweb.org they provide information on the various models of antenna's available to consumers to help improve weak digital television signals.
Comments
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on 10/14/2009 Good article on selecting an antenna for digital tv. A good antenna can make all the difference.
edieness said
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