• Digital TV with a built-in digital (ATSC) tuner
- LCD / LED / Plasma
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• Analog TV (NTSC) with digital converter
- $60 @ Radio Shack
- $140 from Channel Master (highly rated)
- read the reviews at Consumer Reports |
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• Antenna capable of receiving TV signals
- outdoor antennas usually require a mount and mast (pipe)
- outdoor antennas require a feed line (cable) to the TV
- directional antennas may need a rotor to aim at multiple stations |
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• You may need to distribute the signal to multiple TVs
- splitter is OK for strong signals
- distribution amplifier is best for weak signals
- may be able to use existing cable outlets |
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• Indoor or small antennas may need an amplifier
- preamp mounted at antenna is best
- booster amp can be mounted indoors
- distribution amp feeds multiple TVs |
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| • You need to program your TV with available channels |
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| • To substitute internet streaming for pay-per-view you need broadband internet |
