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[…]channel 5.1 this time. I had control over my TV again! Of course, he said I’d have to delete channel 5.1 from my channels, or else the problem would happen again. But, that was a small price to pay to get my TV working!! I figure what happened is that there is some firmware bug in the TV that is triggered by the digital signal coming from channel 5.1, which is KTLA in my city. (Since first writing this article, KTLA fixed the problem for a while, but it’s back to misbehaving now. I’m leaving channel 5.1 out of my […]
[…]heatsink of sorts). But, it’s another thing to keep an eye out for. 2. Use a Long Male-to-Female HDMI Extender Cable A less “hacky” solution is to get a long HDMI extender cable (like six or ten feet) and use that to plug your Stick into your TV. That will allow you to place it far away from your antenna. You will need to experiment with position until the interference goes away. Folks in the forums have reported that this works as well, and there’s less chance of causing problems with your Wi-Fi or remote with this method. Here are […]
[…]ideal for surfing, but much better! You also have the channel guide. Most of the time, I don’t channel surf by going from one channel to the next but rather I step through the guide and only watch things that look interesting. Recording Scheduling a recording is super easy. Just click on a show, movie, or sporting event in any of the grids, then choose which episodes (if there are several) to record. If you are subscribing to their channel guide service, you can easily record the entire season of a show (also known as a “season pass” feature), so […]
[…]a major city, you should be able to get free broadcast TV to see sports on the networks and local channels. ESPN (along with other channels) is available on Sling TV❯❯ for $30/month. Here’s more info on how to get sports without cable TV. Q: How can I watch (insert your channel here) without cable or satellite TV? A: My Streaming Service Finder will show you which streaming services you should get based on the channels you want. Q: Can I record broadcast TV? A: Yes, there are several options! See my recommended solutions for recording broadcast TV. Q: Can I record video from […]
[…]quality! HD channels looked crisp and colorful. The unit was also pretty quick when changing channels. Time to change channels was about the same as my Sony. The Weak Link: The Remote Control The one annoying thing I noticed was that you have to point the remote control right at the unit. If your aim is off by a bit, it won’t register. It’s not the end of the world, but it can be annoying. If you read the reviews for other low-cost converter boxes, the remote control seems to be the weak link in most of them. Other units […]
[…]Hands down, the TiVo was the fastest DVR that I’ve tested, taking only 2-3 seconds to tune a new channel after selecting it in the channel guide. Nice! I was able to pause live TV, then fast forward to the current time with no problems. I also love the remote control. It’s pretty chunky, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The buttons feel great, with a tactile click when you press them, as opposed to most other remotes that have buttons that feel like mush. Most other DVRs do not come with a remote; they rely on the set-top […]
[…]is a bit more challenging to set up than, say, a Roku. Chromecast plugs directly into an HDMI port on your TV, so you will need a modern TV to use it (i.e., it won’t work with an old tube-type of TV without an expensive converter). You can power it using the included AC adapter, or plug the power cable into a USB port on your TV. Although slightly less convenient, you might get better results when using the AC adapter, since the power coming out of many TV’s is poor quality. For my testing, I used the AC adapter. […]
[…]like Samsung for instance, are known to have better quality tuners (i.e., they bring in more channels). Depending on what brand of TV you have, a DVR might bring in more channels. I’ve found the best tuners in the AirTV 2, HDHomeRun, and TiVo Edge DVRs. 6. Watching TV on Other Devices at Home A DVR lets you watch TV shows on other devices such as a computer screen with a web browser. After getting a DVR, I discovered that I enjoyed watching shows on my computer, sometimes in a small window in the corner of my screen, while doing […]
[…]unlimited recordings to your computer. You install the software on your computer and choose from channels to record from. Current channels include Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, HBO, Disney+, and many network and cable TV websites, but not all (it doesn’t work with Sling TV for example). I personally have not tried it, but several readers recommended it. Let me know what you think! The Bottom Line: Which DVR Should I Get? My number one pick for most users is Tablo Gen 4 because of its free channel guide and ease of use. Most existing Tablo users should probably not upgrade though […]
[…]TV, had moved and had an RF channel of 34. Well, I know that modern TVs have the ability to map a channel’s physical RF channel to a different tuner channel on your TV to make it so the channel number you know and love never changes, even if the physical frequency changes. So, theoretically, I should have been able to see KCBS on channel 2.1, but for the heck of it, I tried tuning to its physical RF channel, 31.1, and voila!! KCBS was there!! I actually talked to the head of engineering at KCBS and he told me […]
[…]you do need a browser to access all of the settings of this product. Tuner Quality Judging by the channels my unit found, the HDHomeRun tuner quality is excellent. It found all of the channels that I watch normally, including some that my other DVRs failed to find. Other reviewers online have also praised the HDHomeRun tuner. Picture quality was great: as good as or better than the other network-attached DVRs that I’ve tested. Of course, a DVR that you plug directly into your TV via HDMI (like the TiVo Edge for Antenna) will have better picture quality though. Watching […]
[…]is on-demand rather than live, so it’s like renting from a video rental store. Roku has a ton of channels with free content. Here are some free channels that I would recommend: Pluto TV features over two hundred specialized channels of TV and movie content. While many of the other services are on-demand, Pluto resembles cable or broadcast TV in that the content is always streaming and you just watch what’s playing at the moment. Just like cable and broadcast, there are commercials, but it’s one of the best sources of free video online. Crackle offers a few “B-level” and mostly “C-level” […]
[…]to navigate around using the four-way directional buttons on the remote, once you get used to it. Channels There are all of the standard pay channels that you would expect, including Netflix, Hulu, and so forth. However, Amazon content always has priority on the Fire Stick, something which some folks have complained about. I love free channels, so I found many of the ones I like such as Tubi TV, Crackle, and Pluto TV. I’m also really into YouTube, but due to the feud between Amazon and Google, the YouTube app has been pulled off of the Amazon Fire TV […]
[…]back in and scan again. Sometimes that helps clear your TV’s memory so it can acquire the new channel. If the channel is still not showing up, and you have an older TV (like my Sony Bravia from 2008), you might have to tune using the station’s real RF channel. On modern TVs, you won’t need to do this, but my old Sony doesn’t support how to map displayed channels to real channels. To find the station’s real physical channel, go to the Station Finder and click the button to launch it. Enter your zip code. When you see the […]
[…]notice any differences in setup. Now if you use an external antenna to watch free local channels, you will need to get a separate tuner adapter to connect your antenna to your display. Everything they say here is true, but this statement is buried way down on their site. If you look on Amazon, it’s really hard to tell that this “TV” has no tuner! Plus, few people will know to look for this. Ever since TVs first came out, they included a tuner that allowed you to connect antennas to them. Now suddenly, some don’t! Heck, I bet most people […]
[…]Fire TV is one of the most popular streaming players today. It has all of the standard pay channels like Netflix, Hulu, and so forth, plus channels with free video such as Crackle and Pluto TV. Due to the competition between Amazon and Google, Fire TV didn’t have YouTube for a while, but it has it now. Read my full review of the Amazon Fire TV here. The regular Fire TV Stick is $39.99, but I’d recommend spending the extra ten dollars to get the Fire TV Stick 4K for just $10 more. The Fire TV Cube basically has a built-in Amazon […]
[…]the picture quality was still good. So, while the Apple TV itself doesn’t have the hundreds of channels that Roku does, it basically allows you to view any app that will run on your iPad, which kind of makes up for the lack of native Apple TV channels. Note that really old iPhones, iPads first-gen, and Macs made before 2011 don’t support Airplay. But all recent Apple devices do. Overall, Airplay is a killer feature, and it’s the one reason that I still use my Apple TV, even though I usually use a Roku. The Verdict I recommend Apple TV if you […]
[…]power outlet can help. If the offending piece of equipment is connected to your TV via HDMI, for example, you can get an HDMI cable with ferrite cores (or add them separately) to try to block the interference. 9. Unplug Your Amazon Fire TV Stick This is really a subset of the previous item, eliminating electronic interference, but this has happened to so many people that it deserves its own line item. Apparently, some Amazon Fire TV Sticks emit a lot of electromagnetic interference. While the Stick is on, try tuning into a troublesome channel and remove the Stick or put […]
[…]a dedicated YouTube channel for the History Channel, which has some cool full episodes. Discovery Channel also has a YouTube channel, but it’s mostly clips. For full Discovery Channel episodes, just search for the name of the show. I love the old Discovery Channel “Wings” documentaries and there are tons of full episodes available on YouTube! There are many other military documentaries to choose from. Fan Commentary Whatever your interest, you’ll find someone with a YouTube channel willing to talk about it. For me, that’s Star Wars or Star Trek. Oh, and I’ve been into videos that talk about the […]
[…]to buy a digital TV converter box for your tube TV, I recommend this one: These feature analog and HDMI outputs, and DVR recording capability to a USB storage device (but if you do a lot of recording, I would recommend more refined DVR solutions). Check out my full review of the Mediasonic HOMEWORX converter box. Antennas Once you have the converter box, you’ll need a broadcast TV antenna. Before buying anything, enter your zip code into the Station Finder and make sure there are signals in your area. If there are, here are some low-cost indoor antennas that I recommend. Can You Use a […]
[…]better than one that you pay thousands for every few years. Granted, satellite TV offers a ton of channels, but, you might be able to get the channels you need for less money by using an antenna along with cheaper services like Sling TV. Let me know your thoughts below! I hope you found this comparison helpful. – […]
[…]Surfing One of the gripes of the Tablo recorders is that it takes 5-7 seconds to change channels, which makes channel surfing a chore. On the Recast, it took me between 4 and 5 seconds to change channels, which might seem like a small difference, but it was noticeable. Recording Recording on the Recast was a breeze. I simply selected a show in the guide to record and the Recast displayed options for recording just that show or all episodes. With the Alexa integration, I was also able to just say “record Star Trek Deep Space Nine”, and the Recast […]
[…]and Roku TVs also feature Airplay. 3. Integrate streaming channels with broadcast/cable TV channels In the Samsung channel guide, when you go past the last cable or broadcast TV channel, you’ll go into Samsung’s TV Plus free streaming channels, which look just like regular TV channels. There’s no real distinction between cable/broadcast channels and Internet streaming channels on this TV. The above screenshot of the channel guide shows that once you get past the broadcast channels, you move seamlessly into Samsung TV Plus free streaming channels. Another cool feature is that the TV will remember your place in a streaming […]
[…]channel scans on each using the exact same antenna and coax cable. Each unit picked up exactly 145 channels. Next, I did a channel scan on my AirTV 2, which previously was able to find more channels than my Tablo Dual Light, but this time the AirTV 2 was only able to lock onto 105 channels. Notably, it wasn’t able to find the local ABC station while both Tablos were. It’s hard to draw firm conclusions from these somewhat contradictory results other than to say “your results may vary” and that all of these units were able to pick up […]
[…]Here are the results: Conditions Mohu Leaf with RG6 cable Antop HD Smart Bar By window 114 channels 103 channels By window (new position) 105 channels 125 channels By window (next day) 96 channels 118 channels By door 141 channels 137 channels By door at night 131 channels 119 channels Number of channels received in Los Angeles with the Mohu Leaf vs. the Antop HD Smart Bar So what does this mean? Within the margin of error of these tests, it’s basically a tie, but that’s actually quite a feat for the HD Smart Bar. As I mentioned, most other […]
[…]is like playing “whack-a-mole”. When you adjust your antenna to get good reception for one channel, you lose another channel. Here are the steps I use to get the best reception. Start by setting up your antenna in or near a window as a starting point. You can just tape it up for now, because you’ll probably need to move it. See photo above. Now put your TV in scan mode and go do something else for 30 minutes (or you can stay and watch the progress). When it’s done, step through all of the channels using your remote, and […]
[…](in Santa Monica, CA). Not bad at all. Next, just for the heck of it, I did a scan with the Channel Master Stealth antenna inside my condo. It did worse, with only 66 channels. But, when I moved the Stealth outside to my patio, it got a whopping 143 channels! As you can see, I didn’t even mount it! I just laid it on my first-floor patio railing pointing towards the TV towers and it still kicked ass! To have a fair test, I moved my Leaf outside and it got a respectable 124 channels. But, the outdoor Stealth […]
[…]channel management menu, and write them down, so you end up with a master list of all possible channels. Next, go to a weak channel and move your antenna around in real time until you get good reception. You might have to repeat this for other weak channels. You never know where the best antenna position will be. After my last move, I mounted my antenna near a window. Reception was very mediocre at ten to twelve channels. While playing around with cable routing, the antenna fell on the floor. Just for kicks, I scanned the channels and found that […]
[…]local stations, and PBS. So let the tests begin! (Skip to the end if you want to see the winner). Channel Master STEALTHtenna 50 (Yagi antenna) The Channel Master STEALTHtenna 50 is technically an outdoor antenna, but it’s small enough to be used indoors. It’s known as a “Yagi” antenna, which is a very traditional design that you commonly see on rooftops. It’s a directional antenna, meaning it works well if all of your TV signals come from one direction, which they do in Los Angeles. Sitting outside in my patio, this antenna was amazing and picked up pretty much […]
[…]button has three degrees of motion: press down for the guide, push forward to increment the channel, and back to decrement the channel. A lot of other functionality requires cursoring around the screen and highlighting menu items. There are still more hidden features that you access by pressing and holding buttons. All of this is fine for most users but could be problematic for those who don’t have great motor control or hand-eye coordination, such as the elderly. 3. If your current TV is reliable New TVs are incredibly inexpensive these days but there may be a reason. There are […]
[…]connection. 1. Sling TV ($35 per month and up) Sling TV costs $35/month and gets you many cable channels including ESPN, AMC, A&E, History Channel, etc. all streaming live just like cable or broadcast TV. 2. Netflix/Hulu These subscription services do not stream live TV, but rather have a library of movies and TV shows to watch at your convenience. Netflix is great for movies and original programming like “Game of Thrones”. Hulu is best for TV shows but has some movies as well. Both start at $8 per month and go up from there. If you want the network channels […]
[…]and re-runs of Star Trek (from the original series to Enterprise) on the awesome Heroes and Icons channel! Unfortunately, not everyone can receive this many channels (some can’t get any). If you live in a rural area, or far from a major city, you might not be able to get free TV using an antenna. To see how many channels you can get, enter your zip code into the Station Finder. 2. YouTube I watch a lot of YouTube. No, there aren’t any mainstream pay-only shows on there, but there is other great stuff. I watch movie reviews, movie commentary, […]
[…]similar to Pluto TV’s. I was stoked to be able to watch The Walking Dead on one of these channels. The channel guide is what you would expect with each row being a different channel and the columns being times. If you view all channels, the streaming channels are mixed in with your broadcast channels in the channel guide, making them hard to distinguish. Luckily, there is a “Locals” tab that allows you to see only your broadcast TV channels. The TV station’s logo is shown to identify the channel, which is great, but I wish it also displayed the […]
[…]Crackle, Encore, Food Network, HGTV, HULU, HBO NOW, HBO GO, Showtime, Showtime Anytime, and Travel Channel (there’s adult content on Travel Channel??) More details on Amazon’s article on this. If you want to limit content on an app that is not on this list, and that app does not have its own parent controls like Netflix does, then you’re kind of out of luck (unless you create two accounts, which, again, is a royal pain). But, if you have kids 8 or younger, you can set up a completely separate user experience for them using a built-in Amazon service called […]
[…]comparison of various Roku devices As you can see, the Roku 2 XD can be painfully slow to switch channels. If you include the time to exit a channel, it can take over a minute to switch from one channel to another! If you’re doing this many times per day, that can add up to hours of wasted time per week! The Roku 3 offers a vast improvement in speed, and the Roku Ultra is just a tad faster over that. Should You Upgrade? Based on my measurements, I would recommend upgrading if you are using a generation two or […]
[…]and watch in Santa Monica, CA using my indoor antenna. I’m not including foreign language channels, duplicate channels, home shopping channels, and other stations I’m not interested in. Channel Call Sign HD Description 2.1 CBS Yes CBS network 2.2 Decades Oldies like “Lost in Space” 4.1 NBC Yes NBC network 4.2 COZI Oldies like “Miami Vice” 5.1 KTLA Yes CW network 5.2 Antenna TV Oldies like The Tonight Show 5.3 This Old movies 7.1 ABC Yes ABC network 7.2 LiveWell Yes Food and lifestyle 7.3 LAFF Old comedies 9.1 KCAL Yes Local station owned by CBS 11.1 KTTV Yes Fox […]
[…]if you do this, I would recommend adding an amplifier (see below). I recommend amplifiers from Channel Master (or see the Amazon links in the next section). Note, you cannot use this method if you are using your coax cabling for Internet access. The cable has to be completely disconnected from any satellite or cable, whether it is for TV or Internet. Method #4: One Antenna to Many TVs Using New Cabling If your home does not already have coax cable running through it, you cable it up yourself. If you only have one TV, and your cable run is short (say, […]
[…]2026. However, that doesn’t mean they’ll diligently keep up with bug fixes maintaining the channel guide. Already there have been some reports of series recording not working on the Recast. Amazon said they were aware of the problem, but users have still reported it being broken. With the announced layoffs in Amazon’s hardware division, it’s hard to imagine that maintaining an end-of-life hardware product is going to be high priority moving forward. So, using your Recast until it breaks is indeed an option, but check from time to time to make sure the features you use are indeed still working. […]
[…]then blue, then purple. If you are in a green or stronger area, you should be able to receive that channel with a good indoor antenna like the Mohu Leaf. If you are in a blue area, you should be able to receive that channel with an attic or roof antenna. Anything further out – you might be able to get with a roof antenna, but no promises! One caveat is that VHF signals are more difficult to receive (by most HD TV antennas) than UHF signals. So, even if a VHF station is “green”, you might not be able […]
[…]antennas out of the way of the screen After my antenna tweaking, I was able to bring in one more channel for a grand total of 19 unique channels! I was happy with this. Here is a list of the channels I got using this cheap rabbit-ear antenna: Providence, RI is a city of fewer than 200,000 people, to give you an idea. Using the FCC’s Station Finder, I determined which channels were available in my area. The stations labeled “strong” came in pretty much wherever I put my antenna. The ones labeled “weak” required very specific tweaking… sometimes inches mattered. Now […]
[…]review of the Antop HD Smart Bar Antenna. Good Non-Amplified Outdoor/Attic TV Antennas for VHF Channels If your TV stations are far away, or if you have weak VHF channels, you probably need to use an outdoor or attic antenna. But before going to the trouble of getting one though, I highly recommend asking one of your neighbors how many channels they are getting with their rooftop antenna. Consider hiring a professional antenna installer as well. Antennas Direct and Channel Master are two respected antenna companies with high-quality outdoor antennas. I have purchased from them before and recommend them. Check out their […]
[…]can decide whether you want to try to get free broadcast TV. A real TV antenna will get you more channels. The Results If your TV found any channels during the test, congratulations!! You are a Cable Disabler!! You can receive broadcast digital TV for FREE! The next step is to buy a real antenna. The setup above is just an experiment. An outdoor antenna will get you the most channels. However, if you want to start with an indoor antenna, I recommend the Mohu Leaf (which is what I personally use). Since this test uses a very crude antenna, you can […]
I’ve curated this list of the best FREE streaming services online. Enjoy, and let me know if there’s a free streaming TV service that should be added to this page! Search for Your Favorite Shows Online Search for your favorite TV shows and movies online to find out where they’re playing. You may get lucky and find them playing for free! Powered by My Recommended Free TV and Movie Sites Classics Original Content Broadcast Network Websites Many of the shows on these sites require cable TV login, but there are still some free shows available if you look carefully. Note, […]
[…]or “ESPN”. On the right, you’ll see all of the services that carry some or all of those channels. Make to check each result for the logos of the channels you want. Some of the results may not carry all of the channels you selected, but they are shown if they give significant cost savings. This tool is a great starting point to help you choose the cheapest streaming service that offers the channels you want. Two lower-cost streaming services that I recommend are Sling TV and Philo TV, the latter being great if you don’t need sports. 2. Use […]
[…]results from using an amplifier, and be prepared to return it if it doesn’t work for you. My Channels I now watch dozens of free broadcast TV channels. This includes all of the major networks, several PBS channels, and many local stations. Summary So, after years of antenna testing, the best indoor TV antenna that I’ve found remains the Mohu Leaf! I’m not using a powered antenna, amplifier, or splitter. I am using good RG6 coax cable with just enough length to do the job. Of course, the TV reception in your home will be different and unique. But, I […]
[…]testing, the Mohu Leaf Ultimate brought in 114 channels while my regular Mohu Leaf brought in 105 channels, so it DID bring in more channels. But before we declare victory here, the regular Mohu Leaf had better reception for some of the low-numbered channels that I actually watch. The extra channels that the Ultimate brought in were channels that I didn’t care about (foreign language or repeats). So in this case it was basically a tie, given the margin of error of this type of test. I’ve replicated these results with other amplifier models. Basically, they don’t hurt, but they […]
[…]real-time, check out these low-cost streaming services. Note, these services don’t include local channels. If you need local channels, use an antenna or skip below for services that offer them. 1. Philo TV – Great if you don’t watch sports Philo TV is a great streaming service for those who are not into sports. Sports channels cost disproportionately more than other channels, so this can save you a lot of money! Cost is $25 per month for over sixty channels, which is a great deal. Includes unlimited DVR to save shows for up to a year. There is a 7-day free […]
I’ve compiled all of the questions I’ve received on my blog and YouTube channel about Verizon 5G Home Internet here in one handy place for you to reference! Is it reliable and fast? For most people, including myself, it is reliable and fast. I’m on a plan that maxes out at 300 Mbps and I typically see download speeds of 220 to 280 Mbps, and sometimes even over 300 Mbps! Regarding reliability, I do occasionally have my Internet access go down, maybe once a month. A power cycle of my gateway fixes this in a few minutes. What should I […]
[…]on your TV. Some of the content has a monthly fee. Some of it is free. There are tons of channels, but these are not the same as cable TV channels Roku requires an Internet connection and Wi-Fi. There is no Ethernet connector on the Roku Express+. Out of the current Roku lineup, only the Roku Express+ 2018 model has composite outputs which will work with old tube TVs. Be sure to get the “Express+”, not the “Express”, AND, be sure it is the 2018 edition which shows the red, white, and yellow cables on the box. The newer version will NOT work […]
[…]with an IP address geo-located in your area. So, just something to consider if you stream local TV channels. Personally, I use a TV antenna for local channels so I don’t have this problem, but not everyone can get broadcast TV signals. Reliability vs. Coax Cable Internet Despite the account creation headaches, I still like Verizon’s actual 5G Internet service overall. So far, it’s been fast, reliable, and trouble-free, and it has saved me hundreds of dollars in the first year. I believe that using CATV coax cable to send high-speed data is going to go obsolete, kind of like […]
