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[…]you live close to your TV transmission towers, then I would not recommend using a powered indoor antenna. In this case, an un-amplified outdoor antenna will get you the most channels. If you can’t have an outdoor antenna, then I would recommend the Mohu Leaf indoor antenna. If You Have Medium Level TV Signals (20 miles from transmitters)… I now live in Los Angeles, about 20 miles away from my broadcast towers on Mt. Wilson. I can get over 100 channels with my regular Mohu Leaf indoor antenna, which is pretty amazing. But, most of them are medium-strength because of […]
[…]some innovations which could make it the best indoor TV antenna for you. I’ve tested a lot of indoor antennas over the years, and I’ve found the unamplified Mohu Leaf to perform the best time and time again. However, I was intrigued when Antop came out with their amplified HD Smart Bar antenna. It has some innovative mechanical and electrical design features that I had to check out. Could the reign of the Mohu Leaf be in jeopardy? What Is It? The Antop HD Smart Bar is a broadcast TV antenna. If your TV was made after 2006 (and it […]
[…]RI. Since then, I’ve moved to Los Angeles and have amassed a collection of different types of indoor antennas. I figured it was time to re-test my TV antennas to make sure I’m still recommending the best ones. After all, what worked well in Providence might not work well in Los Angeles, right? The Antennas So, here’s what I’m calling the “great antenna shootout”. I’ve taken a representative selection of different types of indoor TV antennas and tested them in my condo. These are the ones I tested: These represent some of the most popular types of antennas from some […]
[…]if you read reviews online, you’ll see that many people see no improvement with an amplified indoor antenna. I also tried a cheap rabbit ear antenna and confirmed that it was the worst. Steer clear of rabbit-ear antennas or any kind of antennas with telescoping arms. They are a pain to adjust and give poor reception. The Winner So, to sum up, I would recommend the regular Mohu Leaf 30 for most people who live in areas with moderate to strong TV signals. If your antenna is going to be far from your TV, or if you want to drive multiple TV’s, or […]
[…]an antenna on their roofs. Here are my hints and tips to help you get the most channels with your indoor antenna. 1. Experiment with Different Locations in Your Home More than any other factor, the location of your indoor antenna in the room has the biggest impact on the number of channels you can receive. The best locations to put a flat antenna like the Mohu Leaf are often against windows or outwardly facing walls. Start with these locations and run a baseline channel scan on your TV. I like to use adhesive tape to temporarily position the antenna during […]
[…]more information on amplifiers, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/blog/are-amplified-indoor-antennas-better/ Hope this was helpful! Please leave your comments and questions below. – […]
[…]by a few degrees could change reception drastically for a particular channel. If you are using an indoor antenna, I suggest placing it near a window, then scanning for channels to establish a baseline. Write down the channels you get, move your antenna, and scan again. If you lost any channels, manually add them back in using your TV’s 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 […]
[…]got a lot of green channels, congratulations! You should be able to use a simple non-amplified indoor antenna and get most of those channels, if not more! Check out my recommended indoor antennas below. If you didn’t get any green channels, and just got yellow or orange ones, you probably need an outdoor antenna (in your roof or attic), possibly with an amplifier. Skip ahead to my recommended outdoor antennas. If you didn’t get any channels at all, or just got orange ones, you are probably too far away from the transmitter towers to get good reception. Try some of these streaming TV […]
[…]#1: A Separate Antenna for Each TV The easiest thing to do is to just have a separate indoor antenna (like the Mohu Leaf) for each TV. The problem with this is that some of your TVs might be on the side of the house that is away from the TV stations. Perhaps one of your TVs is in the basement, where reception might be bad. If you have strong signals in your area (enter your zip code into the Station Finder to see), you still might be able to get all of the channels you want everywhere in your home, […]
[…]outlined them below for clarity. This type of antenna is known as a wide-band printed bowtie antenna. This is a traditional TV antenna style, although the dimensions were carefully chosen by Mohu for optimum reception. A Comparison Just to compare, here’s a photo of a Winegard FlatWave Amped antenna. It’s clear so you can easily see the design: So, not all flat antennas are created equal. Conclusion So there you have it! The original Mohu Leaf is a dual wide band printed bowtie antenna! The current all-plastic Mohu Leaf antenna is much harder to dissect. I’ve get very similar reception […]
[…]channels with your antenna, check out my blog article, Top Tips for Better Reception with Your Indoor […]
[…]the details of my personal living room antenna setup. Over the years, I’ve tried many different indoor antennas, amplifiers, splitters, and configurations to squeeze out as many free TV channels as possible. I’ve finally gotten it to where I’m picking up all of the broadcast stations that are available in my area. Oddly enough, in spite of all of the gadgets I’ve tried, my optimal antenna setup turned out to be very simple! There was no magic except for lots of experimentation with antenna location. Where I Live Just to give you some background, I live in Santa Monica, California, […]
[…]to see if there are broadcast strong TV signals in your area. If there are, you can get a low-cost indoor antenna. Set it up to make sure you can receive local stations. The next time your cable or Internet goes out during a crisis, you’ll be glad you have broadcast TV as a backup! – […]
[…]antenna reception. The first thing I do is refer them to my Tips for Better TV Reception with Your Indoor Antenna. But, there are cases when even after following these tips, an indoor antenna just can’t pick up the weak signals in the area. One solution may be to use a rooftop or attic antenna. But, that may not be possible if you live in an apartment (unless your landlord agrees) or just don’t want the hassle and expense of routing coax cable to the roof and installing an antenna. Could there be another alternative? I’ve been experimenting with some small […]
[…]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 will get significantly more channels if you go out an buy a real antenna like the Mohu Leaf. Even if you only got a few channels this way, it’s a good sign. Remember, this is just a quick and dirty “antenna” – it’s primitive and not ideal in any sense. It’s just a way to see if everything is working. If your TV didn’t […]
[…]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 Roku With a Tube TV? Yes, but you’ll have to use the 2018 Roku Express+. It’s the one with the three RCA cables on the box: On Amazon, you’ll have to look under “other sellers” since this is an older model. The Tablo Option Note, if you do use a Roku, you have the option of viewing broadcast TV channels using a Tablo DVR. It’s more expensive than a converter box, but the user experience is […]
[…]excellent cable TV DVRs, but they’ve also made a few models for recording broadcast TV from an antenna. The Edge for Antenna is their latest broadcast TV DVR, featuring two tuners and 500GB of internal storage (about 75 hours of HD video). It’s designed to be connected to a TV via HDMI, but you can also view recordings on the TiVo app or in a non-Chrome browser like Firefox (more on this later). A fee is required for the channel guide and certain other features. There is a lifetime purchase option called their “All-In Service”, which lists for $249 on […]
[…]in your area. You should be able to get most of the green and yellow channels using a good indoor antenna. Click on the station’s call letters to see what direction the signal is coming from on the map to help you orient your antenna. THE RESULTS OF THE STATION FINDER ARE BASED ON THE FCC DATABASE AND DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO RECEIVE ALL OF THE CHANNELS LISTED. If That Site Is Down, Use This Alternative If the link above doesn’t work (sometimes the FCC Site goes down), enter your zip code into the Transmitter Locator […]
[…]TV stations in Santa Monica (near Los Angeles, CA) For more details on my personal indoor TV antenna setup (which antennas I use, and where I put them), see this article. How many channels can you get in your area? Please comment below – […]
[…]roof to see if you have an antenna installed in your home or condo. That’s even better than an indoor antenna, and you can use it to get modern digital TV! If you don’t have an antenna, and don’t want to spend $40 for one, you can improvise one. A length of wire or any metal object can serve as a temporary primitive antenna. While it might not bring in as many channels as a real antenna, it’s enough to test with. Your Game Console Do you have an Xbox 360, Wii, or Playstation 3? You can use any of […]
[…]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 to receive it with an […]
[…]some, or you can check your local Radio Shack. They are about $50. Finally, you’ll need an antenna. My personal favorite antenna is the Mohu Leaf. Get the cheaper non-amplified version if you have a lot of close stations on the Station Finder. The more expensive amplified version doesn’t perform much better unless you live far from all stations. (In full disclosure, I have received free Mohu antennas for review purposes, but I have also received lots of other free antennas that I don’t recommend as much). Connect your converter box to your TV, then your antenna to your converter […]
[…]Temporarily and Scan If your TV doesn’t let you manually add channels, AND you are using an indoor antenna, you might want to try this trick: Let’s say you are using a flat antenna hanging on your wall. Open the nearest window, and hang your antenna outside, pointing towards the TV towers in your area, then run the scan. You may need a longer coax cable. That’s an easy way to temporarily give your TV the best possible reception during the scan. When done, bring your antenna back inside. Once your antenna is back to its normal location, you may not […]
[…]amplifier is a much more complex device, and it’s much more prone to failure. If you have an amplified antenna (i.e, your antenna requires power), such as the Mohu Leaf 50, try removing the amplifier from your antenna and plugging your antenna directly into your TV. This worked for reader Faith G! 9. Your Cables are Loose – Reconnect and Tighten Them Make sure your coax cable connections are tight, both at your TV and at your antenna. I was advising one reader offline, and this turned out to be his problem! He was losing signal at the same time […]
[…]antenna. If you are not able to set up a rooftop or attic antenna, try these tips with your indoor antenna. Q: Why did I lose channels? A: This is a very common question now with the “FCC Repack” going on. Basically, the FCC has re-arranged the TV frequency spectrum to make more room for wireless carriers. The effect is that many stations are weaker (and some are completely gone). Here are some things you can do if you lost channels after re-scanning. Q: How do I use one antenna with multiple TVs? A: Yes, see the options for multiple TVs in this […]
[…]went home and did the same on my own TV (of similar size and type, and in the same city) using an indoor TV antenna. Here are the results. Direct Comparison Use the slider to compare the image from satellite (left) and broadcast TV (right): Notice how jagged the curves and letters are on left. The “abc7.com” text is especially crappy. The signal is coming from the satellite box’s HDMI output to the TV. Notice the same logo on the right, but using a broadcast TV antenna. Not only are the edges and curves smoother, but there is also less […]
[…]most of the network channels (ABC, CBS, NBS, Fox) plus PBS and local stations with an inexpensive indoor antenna. The next step part of the solution is to utilize free streaming TV services that you can access on your smart TV or an inexpensive streaming device like a Roku or Amazon Fire TV. I explain all of this on DisableMyCable™. Finally, for the remaining channels, you can use low-cost streaming services like Sling or Philo TV. I occasionally splurge for a movie on Amazon Video. Are you ready to begin? Keep reading! Step 1: See If You Can Get Free Broadcast Digital […]
[…]in your area. While an outdoor antenna will you should be able to get the green channels using an indoor antenna. Here are some I recommend: If you use a broadcast TV DVR like the Tablo to record live TV, it really turns live TV into more of a streaming TV experience, allowing you to watch shows on your phone as well as your TV (using a Roku). 3. Watch, then cancel! Recurring bills are really insidious. $9.95 per month might not sound like much, but after ten years that is almost $1200! I do everything I can to eliminate […]
[…]back to Santa Monica and continued testing antennas. But, the Mohu Leaf has remained the best indoor antenna I’ve tested. I have all of the major streaming boxes, but I use Roku most often, especially now that it has AirPlay, allowing me to stream from my iPhone or iPad to my TV. For recording broadcast TV, I use the Tablo. I spend little to nothing on streaming TV services. I watch over-the-air broadcast TV, free video services like YouTube, and some pay services on a temporary basis to binge-watch certain shows, then I cancel them. Read more about my current […]
[…]was to see how many broadcast TV channels it could pick up compared to my old Sony when using my indoor antenna. To my surprise, it got more channels than my Sony, which previously had the best reception out of the tuners I had tested. After scanning four times each, my Sony averaged 119 channels while my new Samsung averaged 127 channels. And more importantly, the marginal stations were more solid and watchable on my new Samsung than on my old Sony. I hadn’t expected TV manufacturers to put much effort into improving broadcast TV tuners. I figured that they […]
[…]the complete list of channels I watch on free broadcast TV. It took a lot of experimentation with antenna position to get all of the networks and local channels. I have flat antennas in two locations now: one in my skylight on my second floor, and one on the inside of my front door next to my TV. Some of the types of shows I watch for free on broadcast TV include the Olympics, the World Series, NFL football, Big Bang Theory, PBS, and local and national news. Oh, and re-runs of Star Trek (from the original series to Enterprise) […]
[…]Paramount Plus are same as those airing in your local broadcast TV market. So, if you can, use an antenna to get CBS. If you’re not able to pick up CBS with an antenna, get Paramount Plus! Watch ESPN on Sling TV If you love ESPN, Sling TV gives it to you for $25 per month. You get ESPN and ESPN2, plus other channels like AMC, A&E, and the History Channel. You’ll need an Internet connection and a computer or iOS device, or a set-top box like a Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or Xbox One to watch it. Once you’re set […]
[…]a more unusual one, but I got the idea from the Antenna Man. He’s got a relative who has poor antenna reception in his area. So, the Antenna Man set up a DVR at his own home, which has good reception, and gave the login to his relative so that he can watch local TV. Kind of a cool idea! The best DVR for this would be AirTV. Which DVR is Best for You? If any of these use cases apply to you, check out my constantly-updated article on the best DVRs for […]
[…]and click “Shown” in order to change it to “Hidden”. Remember to do all of this while the antenna is unplugged or else your TV will freeze up again! After this, you’ll lose that channel, but at least the rest of the channels will work! The Channel Might Fix Itself A few weeks or months later, I did a re-scan and the problem with channel 5.1 went away. So wait a while and do a re-scan to see if the problem solves itself. If not, unplug and remove that channel again. Something to Remember What this means for you is, […]
[…]requires a tuner, so you shouldn’t 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, […]
[…]concepts that I talk about in the video haven’t changed! You can still get free TV using a cheap antenna, if you live in or near a big city. Check it out and forward it to your friends who don’t know about free broadcast digital TV! I hope you found this helpful. – […]
[…]Then, plug your Stick in and watch a program on it to make sure it is running, then switch back to antenna. Compare your TV reception to the first run. If there is a channel you lost after you plugged in your Stick, unplug it (or put it in sleep mode) and verify the channel comes back. If it does, there’s a good chance your Fire TV Stick is causing interference. Three Solutions If you’ve confirmed that your Fire TV Stick is indeed causing interference with your TV reception, there are three solutions that folks have confirmed to solve the […]
[…]there’s very little physical hookup required, other than plugging in power and connecting the antenna. Because the Recast doesn’t connect to your TV directly, you can put it anywhere in your home, ideally somewhere where your antenna strength is greatest, like upstairs, or even an attic! The Fire TV app will guide you through the configuration process step by step. You’ll have to temporarily switch to the Recast’s Wi-Fi network on your device during the process, but the app does a good job of holding your hand as you go. It will even tell you which direction to point your […]
[…]DVRs are not my top choices, but they may be appropriate in some circumstances. TiVo Edge for Antenna DVR with All-In Service – DISCONTINUED 2024 Update: It appears that the TiVo Edge for Antenna has been discontinued. You still may be able to find it on eBay though so I’ll keep this section up for a while. Original writeup is below. The TiVo Edge for Antenna has two tuners and an internal 500GB hard drive for recording. I got mine with the All-In Service where you pay a flat fee for lifetime channel guide access, which makes the total cost of […]
[…]including, now, HBO Max. Many people ask me if Roku is a direct replacement for cable TV or an antenna. The answer is “no”. There are lots of free channels on Roku, but the most popular ones like Netflix or Hulu require payment. Out of the box, you can’t simply stream all of the network stations on your Roku like you would with cable TV or an antenna (without adding other stuff). It’s a convenient and easy way to watch content from the Internet on your TV. Roku has voice search and you can stream music, photos, and videos from your phone […]
[…]I like watching TV from my computer browser and on my phone, and I like putting my Tablo near my antenna rather than near my TV. Network-Connected Tablo Setup My Network-Connected Tablo was easy to set up. I plugged in power, an antenna, and a hard drive and then started the Wi-Fi setup process. I used an iPad to connect to Tablo’s Wi-Fi network, then entered my home Wi-Fi name and password (note I had to use my non-5GHz network). I also had to do two firmware updates, but that wasn’t difficult. After that, I let the Tablo scan for […]
[…]is provide a signal strength meter. This can be VERY useful if you’re trying to fine-tune your antenna placement. To get to this signal strength meter, tune to the desired channel, then press MENU on the remote and cursor over to Channel Search, then select Manual Search. You should see the screen above with signal strength meter (Quality) on the bottom. Summary Since I reviewed this unit, Homeworx came out with a new and improved version in 2022. It has generally the same feature set, but the software is more stable and the remote control feel is improved. I’m linking […]
[…]could purchase a wirelss-to-wired Wi-Fi extender with Ethernet. I like putting my DVR close to my antenna, which is far from my router, so requiring wired Ethernet is not ideal for me because I don’t want to run cables throughout my home. The Tablo and AirTV are two DVRs that have Wi-Fi if you don’t want to run Ethernet to your DVR. Next Gen TV ATSC 3.0? The Flex Duo (which I reviewed) does not support ATSC 3.0. The Flex Scribe 4K and Flex Quattro (AKA Flex 4K) claim to support ATSC 3.0 (Next Generation TV) on two tuners. However, […]
[…]cable channels for $20/month, it’s illegal. Look at the cost of each service and add it up. The Antenna Man talks about more ways to spot illegal services: What to Do Instead For these reasons, I only endorse legal sources of free and cheap TV and movies on DisableMyCable.com. So, feel free to use any of the services that I mention on my site without fear! I personally pay very little for TV and movies, because I use an antenna to get FREE HD-quality broadcast TV, and I watch a lot of YouTube, which has some really great content. I have […]
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[…]providers. In the comments below, reader Wade points out that you could add a splitter to your antenna cable and feed the other antenna signal directly to your TV for viewing when there is no Internet. Thermal Management Some users had heat issues with the previous generation Tablos, causing some to even place a PC cooling fan below their units. The new Tablo bottom case is warm to the touch, but not as hot as the old Tablo. It has cooling holes on the bottom, but I wish it had some on the top. I haven’t had any overheating problems, […]
[…]you do a channel scan, you’re ready to start watching live TV assuming you’ve connected an antenna. One note, if you reset your AirTV, you’ll have to delete it from your app in order to restart the pairing process. Tuner Quality The AirTV’s tuner is excellent. My AirTV 2 picked up a whopping 169 channels in Los Angeles. More importantly, it was able to find VHF channel 13 and its sub-channels (where I watch Star Trek on Heroes and Icons), which my Tablo Dual Lite DVR wasn’t. So, that is a big win for AirTV! The tuner brings in more […]
[…]I would steer away from these unless you absolutely need these channels and cannot use an antenna. Check to see if you can use an antenna here. Fubo TV – For sports lovers Fubo TV started in 2015 as a streaming service specializing in soccer channels but they’ve added mainstream channels to become a legit all-around streaming service. They’re still heavy on sports with the recent addition of ESPN. Starting cost is $74.99 per month for 172 channels and $84.99 for 239 channels, which is in the same ballpark as cable TV, so you should really think about whether you need […]
[…]to watch broadcast TV If you’re using a separate converter box to pick up broadcast TV with an antenna, you can ditch that and plug your antenna straight into the majority of new TVs (except for some Vizio TVs which are sold as “displays”). You can then ditch the separate remote control. I did some testing and my new Samsung tuner picks up more channels than my old Sony did! 3. Your current TV screen is too small A bigger screen definitely makes a difference in your viewing experience, so if your current TV screen is too small, I believe […]
[…]still a lot of people who live too far from the TV transmitters to get free broadcast TV using an antenna. If you are one of them, here are some ideas. Note, many of these require Internet access. Free Options The options below are free, though some have paid add-ons. Some require high-speed Internet access and a device (phone, tablet, or computer) to view them on. 1. Pluto TV Pluto TV is an Internet streaming service that offers live streaming TV and on-demand movies It’s available as a website or on streaming devices like Roku. No, it doesn’t offer the […]
