Has anyone compare this Amplied antenna to AmazonBasics Extreme Performance Ultra Thin Amplified Indoor HDTV Antenna in term of reception and range?
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Save some money. I could find no diference between the Extreme and the Basic, except for name and price. I found the Winegard passive version superior. Its wider. It is still true that the closer you get to 30 inches, the better. The winegard gains over the Mohu Leaf and the AmazonBasics flat antenna due to its being wider & thus catches more signal.
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No don't know.I bought the winegard fl5500 , more money but didn't want to take the chance. It is a lot cheaper. Very satisfied with the winegard and will be getting another one for the kitchen . They should go on a window though. The frosted one looks the best. Thats the FL 5500 C ----Lee
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I have used the antenna as supplied and a "better" one. The hardware expects to see the signal coming from the little line amplifier that is supplied with it. Upgrading to a "better" antenna will be successful only if that line amplifier is left in place and the replacement antenna is routed through it. With the antenna supplied with the AVerTV system, I could pick up all but one of the local stations plus those from 50 miles away. With the upgrade, I could pick up the missing local channel that was blocked by the high-rise building in which I was living. Try out the "blade" antennas such as the LEAF that can be hung on the wall, placed in a window frame, I have used the antenna as supplied and a "better" one. The hardware expects to see the signal coming from the little line amplifier that is supplied with it. Upgrading to a "better" antenna will be successful only if that line amplifier is left in place and the replacement antenna is routed through it. With the antenna supplied with the AVerTV system, I could pick up all but one of the local stations plus those from 50 miles away. With the upgrade, I could pick up the missing local channel that was blocked by the high-rise building in which I was living. Try out the... » Read More I have used the antenna as supplied and a "better" one. The hardware expects to see the signal coming from the little line amplifier that is supplied with it. Upgrading to a "better" antenna will be successful only if that line amplifier is left in place and the replacement antenna is routed through it. With the antenna supplied with the AVerTV system, I could pick up all but one of the local stations plus those from 50 miles away. With the upgrade, I could pick up the missing local channel that was blocked by the high-rise building in which I was living. Try out the "blade" antennas such as the LEAF that can be hung on the wall, placed in a window frame, « Show Less
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I think the only difference is the mounting style and the amplifier style. Other than that everything else is the same. I also bought some rabbit ears, as they were pretty cheap. My personal opinion is that the rabbit ears perform just as well, so would purchase them over the Terk FDTV2A if I had it to do all over again.
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HD receiver and HD subscription from Directv, does work. The real problem with most systems is the antenna is not able to be connected to a strong signal. Amplifires may help, but is only a poor substitute for a good signal.
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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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Yeah, if you are hooking up multiple TVs or have long cable runs from the antenna an amplifier is the solution. Note: Amplifiers are NOT the solution for weak signals due to distance from the stations. Your best bet there is to buy a bigger/better antenna. The amp can only work with what it gets from the antenna. If all you're getting is static than amplified static is what you'll get with an amp added.
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Depends on the distance. You can purchase a pigtail and put a bigger antenna on it (most of them are n-type). I put a 14 dbi directional panel ant. on one and after insertion losses I still had close to 4 watts EIRP. There are bigger ant.'s available, just make sure you use the correct cable. Mine was LMI400 for a 40' run. My range was 1/3-1/2 miles on the G-band w 54+MBS throughput. LMI 600 would have been better but many more $$. One other note, DO NOT plug the two USB connections into a hub, two connections are needed to have ample power for the amp.
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The Amplified version get better reception. It also allows you to place the antenna on an interior wall if desired.
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I do not know exactly, but the amplifier can be connected from the USB connection of your HDTV, so it cannot be more than a few volts. It also comes with a wall plug step down transformer with a USB output port so you can plug it in to the wall instead. The antenna pulls signals in far better than other amplified indoor antennas I have tried. If you are within 30 miles of a major metro area and not surrounded by mountains, you will most likely be happy with its perfromance. You would need an outdoor antenna on your roof if this one was unsatisfactory.
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I got 50ft from the antenna inside and 50ft from the amp to the indoor antenna. This kit works great! But I would look into the 75db version for better indoor range. It really depends on your signal outside. If you have some service outside then it will probably work great. I have no service at all outside or in and now I do:)
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the august dta240 antenna will bring a stronger signal than the single pole type antenna. it has a magnetic base and placing it on a metal surface strengthens the signal. i've tried several antennae for my 7" portable tv and this model is not perfect but is much better than the others. place the dta240 in sevral spots to locate the strongest signal.
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Yes. I mounted my digital antenna on the roof of my house. Connected it the coaxial that was used for cable TV access to the house. All my TV's work with either a converter box or their own digital tuner. Reception is very good for all 24 channels. I'm about 15 miles east of St Louis. I do not use any amplifiers at all.
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The price and the quality is different. But do not get me wrong both are great. I just bought the ANT122F because of the price and the great reviews. I spent $60.00 on a antenna from Target and it was terrible. This little antenna was great! I do not have cable, however, I though I had cable after connecting it to my TV. Hope this helps.
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Yes, but the amount of amplification you'll get is minimal. If your picture is bad with an indoor antenna, the amplifier will make it "slightly less bad",not really an improvement for the money spent.
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I found this site: voxrightnow.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11178/~/choosing-the-right-rca-indoor-antenna - it has this antenna listed (ANT111) as CEA certified.
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I have used the antenna as supplied and a "better" one. The hardware expects to see the signal coming from the little line amplifier that is supplied with it. Upgrading to a "better" antenna will be successful only if that line amplifier is left in place and the replacement antenna is routed through it. With the antenna supplied with the AVerTV system, I could pick up all but one of the local stations plus those from 50 miles away. With the upgrade, I could pick up the missing local channel that was blocked by the high-rise building in which I was living. Try out the "blade" antennas such as the LEAF that can be hung on the wall, placed in a window frame,
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I had 2 other antennas that were not amplified but they were a different brand (RCA). The 2 Winegard amplified antennas I bought have worked sooooo much better than those 2 other un-amplified ones. But I can't help you to compare the Winegard un-amplified with the Winegard amplified model. I will say I LOVE my Winegard amplified antennas! I have one in the Living room and one in the bedroom and get way more channels than I ever did with the the RCAs that I had previously.