Choosing The Right HDTV Antenna
Published By M. B. Aria
In this article, we list some of the top HDTV antennas currently available in the market and a basic overview of their uses and specifications ...
Enjoying HDTV programming will be difficult if you do not have the right antenna. Using any off-the-shelf antenna will not be enough, as you need something that is specially designed for HDTV.
Here are some of the top HDTV antennas currently available in the market.
Terk TV5 antenna
The Terk TV5 indoor set-top antenna will make sure that your HDTV will receive the best reception. Features a compact design and utilize twin-tuned horizontal elements, which span less than five inches are considerably easy to adjust. This is the ideal setup if you want to place it above your TV or cabinet. Directional tuning is a snap.
Specifications:
- compact matched-pair receiving elements
- RF-style video input with antenna/source switch
- VHF/UHF band separator with 75-300 ohm matching transformer
- VHF and UHF capability for reception of channels 2-69
- AC adapter
- 25"W x 4-3/4"H x 12"D
- built-in variable-gain amplifier (to +40 dB for UHF/VHF)
- 1 year warranty
Terk TV2 antenna
The Terk TV2 antenna is ideal for those living in suburban or urban areas that are blessed with strong TV signals. The dipole elements are extendable and can be independently swiveled to enable directional tuning to catch certain stations.
The Terk TV2 is great add-on particularly for a DBS system. Additional parts of the TV2 include RF-style coaxial input for connection of a second source, and a selector to switch between the antenna and another video source such as cable, a DBS system, a VCR, or a video game console without the need to alter connections.
Specifications:
- extendable dipole elements
- RF-style video input with antenna/source switch
- VHF/UHF band separator with 75-300 ohm matching transformer
- VHF and UHF capability for reception of channels 2-69
- 8"W x 9"H x 4-1/4"D
- warranty: 1 year
Terk HDTVi antenna
The Terk HDTVi is a passive non-powered antenna that is elegantly designed to suit any attractive installs. This antenna fixes the dilemma of receiving excellent digital TV reception without using an outdoor antenna. It is ideal for those living in a condo or apartment.
Terk's HDTVi antenna can receive local HDTV channels, and has a very attractive design that will complement your TV setup. Designed for optimum HDTV reception, with a high-gain structure that uses dipoles and long-periodic elements to receive VHF HDTV and UHF broadcasts. The UHF antenna can be placed horizontally or horizontally to aid reception.
Specifications:
- VHF/UHF band separator with 75-300 ohm matching transformer
- VHF and UHF capability for reception of channels 2-69
- 13-3/8"W x 9-1/8"H x 16"D
- 1 year warranty
Terk TV4 antenna
Those infamous “rabbit ears” are as fashionable as mullets. Those living in suburban or urban areas are better served to use the Terk TV4 antenna given the strong TV signals in their area.
The TV4 HDTV antenna utilizes 5-inch twin-tuned horizontal receiving elements and can be placed about your TV or cabinet. These elements are considerably better looking compared to rabbit ears and perform better, as adjustments will only be minimal. They also stay in a matched position. Directional tuning for certain stations is a breeze: just circle the antenna's elements to locate the best reception.
Specifications:
- compact matched-pair receiving elements
- VHF/UHF band separator with 75-300 ohm matching transformer
- VHF and UHF capability for reception of channels 2-69
- 1 year warranty
Channel Master 3010 antenna
The Channel Master model 3010 antenna easily receives analog and digital over-the-air TV signals in the VHF and UHF bands, including HDTV. The stealth design of the 3010 makes it easy to place in hidden areas and look inconspicuous. Can also be installed in the roof, wall and attic. This product is also termed as a Medium-sized Directional antenna. A great product for those looking for a quality antenna at a price that’s reasonable and affordable.
The 3010 antenna is a great add-on to a DBS satellite system.
Details:
- receives digital & analog UHF/VHF TV signals, plus FM
- reception "beam width" is 45 degrees
- 55"W x 15"D x 2-1/4"H
- range is 45 miles for VHF/FM, 30 miles for UHF
- includes 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter
- 90 day-warranty
- 30" turning radius (if combined with an antenna rotor)
- mast not included
- supports RG-6 cable
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