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[…]and seeing if your reception improves. Many readers have told me that their antennas actually get more channels without the amp! So, if you have an amp, try removing it and connecting your antenna directly to your TV. 11. Add an Amplifier Conversely, if you live very far from stations (over 20 miles), then an amplifier can indeed help. An amp works best if all of your stations on the Station Finder are yellow or red, or if all of your stations are flaky. I recommend the Channel Master line of amplifiers: An amp won’t work well if you have a […]
One of the most frequent questions I get on this site is, “how can I get more channels with my TV antenna?” I have a blog post with my most effective tips, and now I have a video with my top ten tips to get more channels: Here are links referenced in the video: For more tips, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/antenna-tips For the Station Finder, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/station-finder/ For more information on antennas and cables, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/antennas/ For 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. – […]
[…]purchasing decision. Did Any of These Work For You? Let me know if any of these tips helped you get channels that you lost after your re-scan! If you found a different solution, let me know about it! – […]
[…]some of my broadcast TV channels disappear?” Usually, people think something is wrong with their antenna, but TV antennas are pretty simple devices, just a piece of metal basically (unless it is amplified). Usually, the antenna isn’t broken and it’s some other issue. If your channels disappeared after doing a re-scan, check out this article. 1. The TV Station’s Frequency Changed During the FCC “Re-Pack”. Here’s What to Do. The most likely culprit for losing a channel in 2020’s FCC “re-pack” is that the channel’s broadcast frequency changed. If you suddenly lose a channel, the first thing to try is […]
[…]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 – […]
[…]for maximum reception. When I placed in a more discreet location, the Mohu Leaf brought in more channels. Having said that, the STEALTHtenna works wonderfully when used outside. It’s small enough to place in a patio. Read my full review of the STEALTHtenna when I tried it in my patio. RCA ANT150 (“rabbit ear” antenna) The RCA ANT150 is an old-school TV antenna with two telescoping arms and UHF loop. This antenna pre-dates digital broadcast TV, but still works for digital TV because the frequencies are the same. For such an old antenna, it did surprisingly well and was able […]
[…]the antenna fell on the floor. Just for kicks, I scanned the channels and found that I got four more channels in that unlikely position! If you are not getting ten or twenty channels, you probably live too far from the transmitters or there is something blocking the signals, like a mountain. Go to the antenna section to find out more. If you don’t have access to your roof (i.e., you live in an apartment), I would suggest using the Mohu Leaf antenna. It’s thin and easy to hide indoors. It’s what I use. Here are some more tips on getting better TV reception and […]
[…]your other channels to make sure they are still OK. Then do a re-scan to see if you TV can find more channels. If so, record them. Repeat steps 2-3 a few times (until you don’t get any new channels). At the end, you should have a master list of all available channels in your location. Now go to your TV’s setup menu and manually add any channels you got before that are missing from the latest scan, so that your TV now has all available channels (even though not all of them are being received solidly). Do not do […]
[…]broadcast TV using an antenna, but who have multiple TVs. There are several ways I know of to get an antenna signal to all of the TVs in your home. I cover them below. Method #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 […]
[…]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 services. An Even Better Resource Online antenna guides are great, but it’s impossible for them to be 100% accurate given the variables of location, antenna type, antenna height, local obstructions, local interference, and so on. You’ll get the most accurate information on what broadcast channels are available in your area using particular antennas from your NEIGHBORS. So, check […]
[…]TV antennas, the Mohu Leaf has prevailed year after year in my tests as the best overall indoor TV antenna. My Antenna Location Over the course of many months, I experimented to find the best location for my indoor antenna – one that would get me the most channels. My TV signals come from the East, but unfortunately my windows face North. Furthermore, my windows (actually sliding patio doors) are recessed from the side of the building, so signals from the East are blocked. Even though I have lots of strong “green” channels on the Station Finder, my indoor reception […]
[…]sense: if your TV signals are weak, the amplifier will increase the signal levels so you can get more channels more reliably. A no-brainer, right? I’ve been testing both passive and amplifiers and indoor antennas for over ten years now. My conclusion is that although an amplifier is necessary in some situations such as with very weak signals or long cable runs, in many cases they don’t significantly help reception and can even hurt your reception. Here are a few situations to determine whether or not an amplified TV antenna is right for you: If You Have Strong TV Signals (a few miles from […]
[…]Station Finder 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! – […]
[…]a bowtie antenna, but that is just conjecture. Was that a bit anticlimactic? Were you expecting a more exotic antenna design, perhaps a fractal antenna? Even though the design is very traditional, the Leaf is a great performer, probably due to subtle design tweaks by Mohu. Sometimes it’s best to go back to the basics! – […]
[…]so you 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, […]
[…]#2 4 5 18 11 Location #3 8 10 10 10 Location #4 17 16 28 30 The Mohu Leaf got more channels than the DB4 in most locations in my home As you can see, there is quite a variation in performance based on signal conditions. In locations 1 and 3, the three antennas performed about the same. Although the Mohu Leaf 50 “won” in two locations, statistically these can be considered a tie. I was blown away that the thin Mohu Leaf 30 found more channels on average than a bulky metal antenna! How could that be? Well, in Providence, […]
[…]you get a new TV. Most new TVs have tuners, so you probably won’t need your tuner box if you get a new TV. More Options If you are interested in more alternatives if you have a tube TV, check out this […]
[…]especially amplified antennas. Should You Get It? In every case, an outdoor antenna will get you more channels than an indoor antenna. But, for various reasons, not everyone can install an outdoor TV antenna. If you’re looking to buy an indoor antenna for the first time, and you live in or near a large city, the Mohu Leaf is probably your best bet, at least to start with. The same goes if have mostly green channels on the Station Finder. If, on the other hand, you’re getting yellow and red channels on the Station Finder (and you’re not able to […]
[…]124 channels. But, the outdoor Stealth was still the winner! Why Outdoor Antennas Give You More Channels So, as you can see, using a small outdoor can give dramatically better results than an indoor antenna, even if it is not on your roof! There are several possible reasons for the better outdoor performance: My window has a metal screen, frame, and crossbars which hinder signal penetration. Moving the antenna outside removes it from indoor electromagnetic interference from other devices like my TV, game boxes, appliances, etc. Moving the antenna outside gives me greater freedom to point it in the correct […]
[…]I would recommend looking at a better-supported DVR like the Tablo Gen 4. You may still be able to get an Edge for Antenna used on eBay, so I’ll leave the original article for you, below: Original Article TiVo is known for its 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 […]
[…]to see if your TV can pick up any stations. No antenna is needed for this test. If you’d like to get more channels and better reception with your indoor antenna, read my tips and tricks for indoor antennas […]
[…]TV. Your Old TV Antenna Is Still Good Remember the old days before cable TV when we used an antenna to get analog TV? Well, digital broadcast TV will work with that same antenna. Check your basement, closet, or garage to see if you have an old “rabbit ear” antenna lying around. Or, even better, check your attic or 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 […]
[…]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 selected channels permanently). […]
[…]the outdoor antennas from Antennas Direct ❯❯, Channel Master, and Solid Signal. Q: How can I get more broadcast TV channels? A: You’ll get the most channels with an attic antenna or outdoor rooftop 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 […]
[…]like ABC, NBC, CBS, and so forth. But, if you live in or near a big city, you might be able to get those channels for free using an antenna! Enter your zip code into the Station Finder to see how many channels are 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 […]
[…]your converter box, and you’ll be set to watch the broadcast channels in your area. Tweaking the antenna position to get all of the available channels takes some work. You can follow my tips in this article. 2. Roku Express+ 2018 Edition Roku is a small box that allows you to watch content from the Internet 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 […]
[…]HDHomeRun DVRs work. You can watch broadcast TV from one antenna on all of your TVs! 2. Getting More Channels Due to Better Antenna Placement Using one of the DVRs I mentioned above also gives you a lot more flexibility on where you can put your antenna without having to run a lot of coax cable in your home. For example, you could stick your antenna in your attic and attach it to a Roku one foot away. Otherwise, you’d have to run a long cable to your TV from your attic. Or, put your antenna closer to your TV, […]
[…]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 had already maxed out in reception quality, or […]
[…]TV channels. When he unplugged the stick, his reception improved and his TV could receive more channels. I did a quick test with my own Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (purchased in 2019) and didn’t find any difference in my TV reception with on or completely unplugged. However, when I researched online, I found a ton of other users in various forums complaining of TV interference caused by their Amazon Fire TV Sticks. They all said the interference went away when they unplugged the Stick. The problem seems to be more common with Amazon Fire TV Sticks as opposed to […]
[…]for basic cable. I paid it and figured, “Well, that’s just the cost of getting TV”. More and more, however, I realized that I wasn’t getting good TV. I was just surfing through the channels over and over looking for good TV. Then, my 6-month “introductory cable rate” ended and my cable bill went up to $57/month. Sure, it was only a few dollars more, but that was the last straw. After a few months of putting up with the higher cost and lack of good shows, I decided to “Disable My Cable” and try broadcast digital TV. The first […]
[…]will appear showing signal strength. You can zoom in to find your exact location. What Kind of Antenna to Get The colors in the map will tell you what kind of antenna you need. White is the strongest, then red, then, orange, then yellow, then green, 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 […]
[…]I explored the channel guide below that, and found Pluto TV channels. Where were my broadcast TV channels? After doing a lot more scrolling, I finally found the section of the guide that had broadcast TV channels: I question the decision to include live streaming channels from apps like Pluto TV in the Recast channel guide. I guess some people might like it, but felt a bit lost, like “what am I watching?” The feature would have been totally cool if you could actually record streaming shows, but when I tried to set up a Pluto TV show for recording, […]
[…]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. – […]
[…]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 up, you get full access to ESPN, just like when you […]
[…]not owned by any retailer or manufacturer. Start Here In the left column below, enter or click the channels that you need. On the right, you’ll see the streaming services that offer those channels! ⇩ Powered […]
[…]voice search and you can stream music, photos, and videos from your phone to your TV. Since it has more channels, Roku is now my number one set-top box recommendation! Read my full review of Roku or find it on Amazon below: Get a Roku if you want the most apps or if you have a tube TV (Roku Express+ 2018 edition only). Also Great: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K / Fire TV Cube Amazon 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 […]
[…]streaming services like Sling TV and Hulu with Live TV are offering many of the same channels as satellite and cable for less cost. Read more about these here or check out Sling TV below. Hope these ideas will help you save on your next cable or satellite bill! Give us your ideas, or tell us about your experiences below! – […]
[…]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, documentaries, rock concerts, music videos, stand-up comedy, and much more on YouTube. I haven’t gotten into any dramas on there, but for other types of content like documentaries, reviews, and concerts, it’s great. For example, if you […]
[…]out and purchased a big metal antenna, the Antennas Direct DB-4 from Solid Signal. This got me more channels, but I still wasn’t satisfied. Around that time, there was a lot of hoopla about a new flat antenna, the Mohu Leaf. So, I ordered one. When I tested it, I was totally blown away that this small flat antenna could get better TV reception than a bulky more expensive metal antenna! My Setup Today Since then, I’ve moved back to Santa Monica and continued testing antennas. But, the Mohu Leaf has remained the best indoor antenna I’ve tested. I have all […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]the tuner in my Tablo got about the same number of channels that my old Sony TV did, it did not get as many channels as my newer Samsung TV, my AirTV DVR, or my Tivo Edge for Antenna DVR were able to get. Specifically, it wasn’t able to pick up channel 13.4 KCOP Heroes and Icons, a Hi-VHF channel in my market (Los Angeles), while the other tuners had no problem with this channel. Now, it is possible that Tablo has improved its tuner, as I purchased mine in 2018. Customer Service After owning my first (previous-generation) Tablo for […]
[…]which my Tablo Dual Lite DVR wasn’t. So, that is a big win for AirTV! The tuner brings in more channels than the Tablo when connected to the exact same antenna in the exact same location! UPDATE: Some months after writing this article, I re-tested the Tablo Dual Lite and the AirTV 2 tuners, and this time Tablo found more channels. It’s possible that Tablo’s firmware was updated to bring in more channels. Watching Live TV The Sling app offers some good free streaming content in addition to your broadcast TV channels. I found their free channels similar to Pluto […]
[…]mind connecting your DVR to your router via Ethernet cable (as opposed to Wi-Fi), and you want to get the most channels possible with a lower-cost channel guide, check out the HDHomeRun DVRs. If you want to be able to watch live TV and recordings away from home, check out AirTV. If you want the absolute cheapest DVR solution, and you know exactly what you want to record and when it airs, then a generic solution like the Mediasonic Homeworx DVR might be best for you. What Happened to the Amazon Fire TV Recast? Amazon’s DVR, the Fire TV Recast, […]
[…](i.e., you can’t use an antenna in your area), it may be worth it. But if you can use an antenna to get your local channels, do that and get a cheaper streaming service. Hulu with Live TV Hulu with Live TV is the traditional Hulu streaming service plus a selection of over 50 live TV channels including the major networks and cable channels It’s only available in “select markets”, which probably means major cities but not rural areas. Cost is expensive, starting at $76.99 per month. If you can, use an antenna to get your local channels and then get […]
[…]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 […]
[…]sites on your TV, you can do it using a Google Chromecast and a computer. The bad news is that more and more of these sites are starting to require you to sign in using a cable provider login. 3. YouTube Along with viewing broadcast TV using an antenna, I personally watch a lot of content on YouTube for free. Check out this article on how to find professional content on YouTube. You can watch YouTube on your TV using almost all of the set-top boxes and Chromecast (although searching on some of these devices is cumbersome). 4. Sony Crackle SonyCrackle.com […]
[…]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 a ton of channels. Or perhaps Tablo has made a firmware fix that improved its tuners? […]
[…]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 Amazon Prime and occasionally will pay to rent a movie. And let’s not forget about the fun of watching a movie in the theater once in a while. And, one reader pointed out that if you just wait a little while, you’ll probably be able to borrow the movie that you want to watch for free from your local library. So, […]
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