what type of antenna should i purchase to use with this box? or do i need one at all? and what else will i need to purchase to hook up to my tv?
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you can use any type of antenna with a co-axial connection (the type you twist & screw). i use a regular pair of $5 "rabbit ears". also, i live in a large city...so signal reception is great and rarely an issue. my box is connected to my tv with an HDMI connection (not included).
2012556
For most HDTV channels, a basic UHF antenna is fine. In a few cases some stations (for example KTVT and WFAA in Dallas) broadcast HDTV signal on VHF, in which case you would an antenna that can receive both UHF and VHF. Basically, it depends on where in the country you are and what frequencies your local market broadcasters are using.Besides an antenna, you shouldn't "need" anything else, but if you want to get high definition picture on a HDTV compatible set, you will also need a component video cable (usually has red green and blue connectors on it). This unit only comes with composite video cable (yellow) which can only carry standard definition composite video. For most HDTV channels, a basic UHF antenna is fine. In a few cases some stations (for example KTVT and WFAA in Dallas) broadcast HDTV signal on VHF, in which case you would an antenna that can receive both UHF and VHF. Basically, it depends on where in the country you are and what frequencies your local market broadcasters are using.Besides an antenna, you shouldn't "need" anything else, but if you want to get high definition picture on a HDTV compatible set, you will also need a component video cable (usually has red green and blue connectors on it). This unit only comes... » Read More For most HDTV channels, a basic UHF antenna is fine. In a few cases some stations (for example KTVT and WFAA in Dallas) broadcast HDTV signal on VHF, in which case you would an antenna that can receive both UHF and VHF. Basically, it depends on where in the country you are and what frequencies your local market broadcasters are using.Besides an antenna, you shouldn't "need" anything else, but if you want to get high definition picture on a HDTV compatible set, you will also need a component video cable (usually has red green and blue connectors on it). This unit only comes with composite video cable (yellow) which can only carry standard definition composite video. « Show Less
2012557
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
2012558
When you purchase an antenna, make sure it's able to pick up both UHF and VHF. You may also choose to buy two separate antennas but that depends on your distance from the stations in your area. I got an antenna made by Antennas Direct and it works as advertised (and maybe just a little bit better than that). I have the Antennas Direct C2-V-CJM ClearStream 2-V Long Range UHF/VHF Indoor/Outdoor DTV Antenna with 20-Inch Mount. I'm about 35 miles from all of the stations and am very happy with this converter box. It's low priced and works.
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I get Comcast basic service so I did not use an antenna. So my answer will be hypothetical based on what I read and know. If you do not receive cable or your cable company encrypts all channels then you will need an antenna. A quick way to check if you cable is encrypted is to just run the cable from the wall to your tv, bypassing any cable boxes, and run setup on the tv. Any channels you can receive this way you will also receive with this product. The antenna you need will vary where you live. The farther away from a city the more likely you need a bigger antenna. See this website for addition help, http://www.fcc.gov/guides/antennas-and-digital-television This device Accepts coax connection from an antenna which is pretty standard. For the box you can connect it to your tv with coax, hdmi, Component or composite. Hope this helps.
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If your TV is Digital which most of them are, then you only need to connect the antenna in the back of the TV on the "antenna in" outlet and then with your remote perform a channel scan. If you have the old kind of (TV's not digital ) then you will need a digital converter box
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the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is relitive to where you are so you know where to aim the antenna...also this one is NOT good if the station are over 45 miles the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is... » Read More the one that comes with it is junk and is only 6 feet....any cable will work....the best thing to do is to go to you old cable box and back feed the wiring thats already in the house...i gotten a house with 6 tv's up and running this way without running one new wire!!! antenna is GREAT when you get it aimed right....moving it a inch in ether direction can make a station come in or not be there at all....make sure its over the roof line unless you know all the tv stations are in one direction...if you go to tvfool.com and type in your address is will show you where EVERY tv station is relitive to where you are so you know where to aim the antenna...also this one is NOT good if the station are over 45 miles « Show Less
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Hi.. I just did the same set-up and I use this: 1Byone 0.02" Paper Thin Digital Indoor TV Antenna-Aerial Type#0188... Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF70UB4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1 It was an easy set-up and so far it is working very well. The TV is receiving every standard network, plus all the 60+ of weirdness on UHF. It was about $24 on prime. Good Luck with your search.
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My TV is analog and I pulled signal with no converter box. But the antenna wasn't great for my area, which could have been a geographical issue, but a cheap $10 pair of rabbit ears worked best for me.
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Hi,you will need to go to Get My Electronics.com and buy a RF antenna adapter. There is a place for the adapter on the TV and then you will be all set to use any antenna you want.Jan
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No, you don't have to purchase an external antenna. The TV has an antenna jack on the back that will hook up to any TV cable, Direct TV cable or Dish cable.
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No, you do not need a cable network. This antenna is for basic digital television. All you need is a television converter box. A converter box (if you don't know) is a box that allows your TV to read digital signals and is what was made necessary to watch regular television after digital TV took over a couple of years ago.
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You only need a digital converter box if you currently have an analog television(older tube type/not flat screen) connected to an over-the-air antenna signal.
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Yes should work fine; just connect antenna to the OTA box, and the OTA box to the TV.
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If you live in a digital broadcast area no antenna should be needed. The set is new enough that it should also not require the special box from a couple years ago. I just have basic cable hooked up to it and had to program the tv twice to get all analog and digital channels.
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your Setup box would need to have composite or HDMI ouput, this you just connect it to one of the inputs of the Receiver, if you still use the old type of analog cable were you receive only a coaxial connection you would need a TV or VCR or Cable turner to pass signal from coaxial to a composite output.
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There's an hd antenna cost you around $10,u have to purchase that..Then connect to ur box and a position the antenna where there's no obstruction in your signal..you said u have an HDTV which must include hdmi inputs in the back..Your digital box has a RCA connection also u an connect those to ur tv..The antenna is coaxial connection..The tuner is controlled from the digital box and comes with a universal remote u can program with your tv..hope this helps..
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The antenna connection on back the of your tv, you should have one for cable and one for antenna make sure you connect to antenna not cable one
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No converter box is needed. Just connect a coax cable from the antenna to the included adapter then to the TV.
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Not quite sure why you would need a 'converter box' unless the TV is an older analog set. I just hooked up the antenna to the back of my set & works fine.
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you need an SMA Reverse polarity Male connector, other wise youll be stock with an antenna you cant use.