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ANTENNAS
You will still need an antenna to continue watching free,
over-the-air television after the digital transition. In general, the same type
of antenna that gives you good quality analog TV signals now will also provide
reliable DTV reception.
Currently, the majority of digital broadcasting is done with using UHF channels
14 and up, however after the transition, some TV stations may to VHF channels 2
through 13, which may require you to get another type of antenna from the one
you are using.
Good analog antennas may work well for DTV, but newer designs may work better in
some situations like areas with difficult reception. The best antenna type for
you depends on how far you are from the transmitting station, whether you live
in a house or an apartment, and whether there are hills, tall buildings or large
trees near your home.
Depending on the features, antennas can cost anywhere between $10 and $100 (plus
the installation charge for an outdoor antenna) and are sold at electronics
retailers nationwide.
If you are having trouble receiving stations after installing the converter box
with an indoor antenna, try moving the antenna around and changing its angle. If
that doesn't work, you may need to get a different indoor antenna design or
consider changing to an outdoor antenna. In general, mounting an antenna higher
gets better reception and an outdoor antenna needs to be pointed carefully in
the right direction. Remember to check whether you have the right UHF or
combination UHF/VHF antenna for all of the stations you want to watch.
RECEPTION
Due to your geographic location or an individual station's signal strength,
there may be some stations that are easier to receive in digital than others.
Besides choosing the right type of antenna, you also need to adjust its position
and the direction it is pointing to get the best reception.
Consumers wanting help determining the best antenna and
where to point it can go online to www.AntennaWeb.org.
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