what antenna would get the job done for this box but is not too pricey ?
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If it is only the antenna that concerns you then, it comes down to its placement for signal strength rather than fancy features. Having said that, the one I purchased was from Amazon and is electric to enhance the signal, which is critical if you are surrounded by hills. Once you get the antenna it is a two person job; one to turn it until the signal is strong, and the other yelling instructions. Remember, it takes the antenna a couple of days to "settle in." I hope that helps. Saludos, Rolando
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Hello- if you are in need of an antenna for this box I will suggest just an ordinary newer pair of standard " Rabbit Ears" I bought a RCA antenna (rabbit ears) for around $10. They work great! Good luck!
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Hi,I have used the simple rabbit ear antenna or you can order one of the not so pricey HD antenna`s, either one works really well.
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If it is only the antenna that concerns you then, it comes down to its placement for signal strength rather than fancy features. Having said that, the one I purchased was from Amazon and is electric to enhance the signal, which is critical if you are surrounded by hills.Once you get the antenna it is a two person job; one to turn it until the signal is strong, and the other yelling instructions. Remember, it takes the antenna a couple of days to "settle in."I hope that helps.Saludos, Rolando
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I'm not sure what you are looking for but we got the antenna and it was cheaply made and didn't get 1 channel with it hope that helps you:)
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OK, near a window? In the city? Let me suggest this: In the center pin of your coax plug, unbend a paperclip, carefully insert it into that coax in on your tv and connect a long wire or :conductive" material to it (foil). If you rescan with that in and STILL get nothing, unlikely but may happen, it's your location. If it picks up anything, the antenna's a dud. If it works, gauge what you can get from a homebrew antenna and go up from there. This may not be strong enough to hit your local channels. I know of a 50 mile radius antenna at $60; before you throw in the towel, try the paperclip trick. THe HomeWorx is inexpensive; returns are "meh." Good luck!
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I don't have any experience with that type of antenna. The manufacturer (Channel Master) should be able to help out
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At Radio Shack, for about $12-$13, I bought a wire antenna,and an adaptor to connect it to the back of the radio. You have to "fool" with it to get it in the right location, but it tremendously improves reception.
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High Gain Digital TV Aerial - Portable Indoor/Outdoor Digital Antenna for USB TV Tuner / ATSC Television / DAB Radio - With Magnetic BaseThis one was better just do not stand in front of it or block it and it was under $10And although it may say no signal change the channel or move in direction of any window, worked great!
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We have an antenna attached to this so we can get the local stations. I would think you could also use a converter box as well.
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For $22 and free shipping just get one of these and be happy. Tram 1185 Amateur Dual-Band Magnet Antenna If you want to do something big and crazy later you can, but the Tram 1185 will give you a great starter antenna for cheap.
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A 69 Dollar discone off Amazon will do nicely. Get it up 40 feet and you're set. Use a 50 foot run of RG8X coax or if you have money RG213. Don't forget the correct coax ends to match the radio and the antenna. Do NOT use adapters!
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The Only Reason You Have To Get A Converter Box Is If You Have An Analog TV. You Can Have Two TV's Connected To This Antenna.
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Sorry I was gone for 5 days....just got back. I bought the RCA antenna and love it; I just checked all the reviews and I paid more for the RCA but wanted it to be easy to install and work great and it does! I'm not an electric person so I don't know about antenna's--I just went by the reviews. And yes you need an antenna with the converter box if it's not hooked up to cable or you won't get any reception. Pam
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yes, you will, amazon makes some recommendations about various antenna's available for this unit.
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It works best with a outdoor antenna. However for the price it cant hurt to try it..
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You will need some kind of antenna but not a converter box----I have an antenna up in the attic since we live in a rather rural area but get great reception on all of the over-the-air channels...We have had this Samsung for over 5 years and have had no major problems---i.e.--no money spent!
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hey, i'm in the same prob here, looking for something to boost my weak signal for my regular tv. I don't use cable, just rabbit ears. Any sugestion which antenna is best or should i go look for booster?
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You can check out the Mohu Leaf Paper-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna - Made in USA. I would get the amplified version. I got a reburbished one for a lower price and it works pretty good for my mom's senior apartment unit. You find a good position for most channels and just hang it on the wall. It is easier than the Terk which extends out and needs something like a shelf to mount it.
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Would recommend going to antennaweb.org where I not only found out which antenna to purchase, but also to find out what stations can be received--depending on one's ZIP code. FYI: I'm based in Central Florida.