How to choose indoor antenna

Improvement of technologies in the field of communications have led to the widespread proliferation of cable television. As a result, the need for indiscriminate use of indoor antennas disappeared by itself. However, there are cases when without it not to manage. And if the installation problems will not arise, the choice of an indoor antenna may be delayed.

Instruction

Determine the need to purchase an indoor antenna. To do this you can borrow, to test its compatibility with your TV, after which make the buying decision. The fact that indoor antennas work well in that case, if they provide direct visibility. This group includes apartment, located on the upper floors and cottages located near shopping center (the distance should be no more than 2 km).

See if your TV built-in indoor antenna. When it is found, it is sufficient to choose a telescopic seatpost, which provides high-quality reception of channels required.

Choosing independent indoor antenna, carefully read its specifications. They are best seen with an example. Model: ATN - 7.3 . The first two letters (al) say that the TV antenna. The third letter (N) indicates whether it is able to rebuild. N - neperestavaya. If instead it will be the letter P, so tunable. Figures (7.3) is the type and modification of the model. In this case, the antenna 7 of the first type and the 3rd modification.

Give preference to models that are needed in order to catch the right wave (VHF and UHF). Inform the consultant at the store and it will help you to choose the right antenna.

Note

Choosing a friend to whom you want to seek to lend for some time antenna, it is necessary to consider some nuances. First, the received signal is influenced by the material of the walls of which are made your home. For example, if you live in a block house, and your friend, in any wooden, signal strength when using an antenna he will have more. Second, the location of the apartment. The lower the floor the worse the signal. Additionally may have the effect of closely spaced buildings. Finally, the Windows themselves. The presence of grilles and shutters can significantly reduce signal strength and in some cases block it.
In the end, it is desirable to choose such a friend, features the apartment that best match your.

Useful advice

In order for the antenna as effective as possible, place it as close as possible to the window.

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