What is the best antenna for my area?
Check http://www.tvfool.com/ by providing your zip code. Then you can find out where the broadcast towers are in your local. Aiming your antenna at TV tower can improve reception. Move the antenna to a new location or height frequently, if you are using an indoor one.
Which end of antenna is the front?
The end of the antenna with the short elements is the front of the antenna. You point that end towards the TV transmitter.
Why does digital TV keep losing signal?
A digital TV can lose signals frequently for many reasons including broken cables, damaged antennas, destitute wealthy connections, and secluded broadcasting towers.
How many DTV antennas are there in the United States?
This is our DTV (or ATSC) antenna chart mapping out all 1,812 DTV broadcast antennas. Approximately 90% of the United States population is within range of at least one DTV Antenna that provides free television!
Which is the most accurate TV reception map?
DTVGovMaps has created proprietary technology that has proven over and over to be the most accurate TV signal prediction service available. Our reception maps are recommended by TV antenna manufacturers as well as other cord-cutting technology websites.
Where are the TV transmitters in the US?
In some cities like New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, all stations are broadcast from one central area; the Empire State and GE Buildings in New York, the Sears Tower or Hancock Building in downtown Chicago, and Mt. Wilson in Los Angeles. In other cities like St. Louis, the transmitters are scattered around the city.
What kind of antenna do I need for TV in New York?
You might need a uni-directional or multi-directional antenna. In some cities like New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, all stations are broadcast from one central area; the Empire State and GE Buildings in New York, the Sears Tower or Hancock Building in downtown Chicago, and Mt. Wilson in Los Angeles.