Reddit reviews AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Indoor TV Antenna - 50 Mile Range
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50 Mile range to access from broadcast tower; receives free HD channels including ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, Fox, Univision and moreNOTE: Channel reception will vary depending on what's being broadcast in your area, how far away you are from broadcast towers, and your surroundings (i.e. obstructions between you and the towers)Reversible with black or white sides to match your home's decoration; antenna can be painted over to achieve a more personal touchUses state-of-the-art CleanPeak filter technology to filter out cellular and FM signals, resulting in low noise, a clearer picture and access to more channelsMulti-Directional and Reversible: No "pointing" needed; supports 1080 HD and includes 16 ft coaxial cable
If it is an older analog TV without a digital tuner you will need a converter box. Also, you do need an actual antenna regardless. If you just switch it to antenna mode without connecting one you won't get anything.
I'd recommend the mid-range option of something like this, https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC, but you can use any antenna really.
I use the "Amazon Basic" one https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC
Question is wher do you live? There are sites you can plug in your address and it will tell you want "power" antenna you need for what site you want
https://www.fcc.gov/media/engineering/dtvmaps
I own this..
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSMK59E/ref=twister_B00H70SNGE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It works pretty well but a friend of mine has the basic Amazon one and he said it also works pretty good....
http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Indoor-Antenna-Latest-Version/dp/B00X4RAEZC/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1451503149&sr=8-8&keywords=hdtv+antenna
I got the 35-mile range version of this AmazonBasics antenna. Works great for me in Tustin, and an incredible value at $18. http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC/
Pretty sure he's talking about this one: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC
For my use it was garbage. It is a small 4 inch desktop antenna. I live in Manhattan and could only pick up a handful of stations. I purchased the 35 Mile Amazonbasics antenna and it works well. Perhaps if you are in a different area the included antenna would work well but I thought Manhattan wouldn't be a problem and I was wrong (I guess the buildings really prove to be challenging with TV signals). The flat leaf-like antennas seem to work very well.
They're literally paper thin these days. Super non intrusive. Mine just lays on floor next to the TV
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC
You won't be able to get all of the prime time games but have you considered looking into a HDTV OTA antenna?
The antenna isn't free but easy to set up. Everything is over the air from broadcasted signals by strength. Also, you can most of the basic channels. The only thing you'll be missing is some of the prime time games, etc.
LINK: See channels by location/strength (fcc.gov)
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EDIT: You really get a lot of weird channels too but I'm sure you can omit them from your channel list so whenever you channel up and down, it'll be the primary channels you want. This is what I do.
They are all on ABC. I watch them over the air using an amazon antenna.
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1465504982&sr=8-1&keywords=over+the+air+antenna&refinements=p_89%3AAmazonBasics
If you have a window that faces 41 degrees or so (North East), you should be able to pick up most of those green channels with a 'leaf' style antenna. The only concern would be channel 9, as it's VHF and leaf antennas aren't great with VHF.
I'd recommend something like This.
I've been using this antenna for the last year or so: http://amzn.com/B00X4RAEZC
$40, sticks discreetly in a window, and I get over 30 channels on the northeast side of town. Most of the channels are only watchable when the weather is just right, but they all kind of suck anyway. The main networks on channels 3, 10, and 12, and the three PBS channels all come in great.
Just buy this.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00X4RAEZC/ref=pd_aw_sim_23_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=411sDqYXoxL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&refRID=0FB42M4K5V3G6MFFBPMD
Its so much fun watching shitty local TV when theres nothing else to do.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00X4RAEZC/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1 That's the one I got. Not really sure I have it placed correctly. Abc NBC and sometimes cbs have a hard time staying connected. And really don't work well when it's raining.
40 bucks
AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, 50 Mile Range (Latest Version) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00X4RAEZC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_9OIFwb60XWP30
We have this Amazon antenna and do not get CBS (living next to the Kent County Country Club). You will need something much bigger/higher to have a chance :/
uhh, live sports for one.
I use this and it meets my needs: www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Indoor-Antenna-Latest-Version/dp/B00X4RAEZC/
Your success with different antennas will depend on your specific location and proximity to the tv towers. Go here to learn more: https://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29
There are HD Antennas. I wonder if that'd help you. There are a couple of brands (here's Amazon's) - I don't know which is better, but I know people always mention these in their "cutting the cord" discussions.
Thanks for the info. I linked to the one I got in the original post, but it's this one http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC%3Fpsc%3D1%26SubscriptionId%3DAKIAIMLKPQSGTYE5YV6Q%26tag%3Dei-wish-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00X4RAEZC
After unplugging the amplifier like someone else suggested, it worked flawlessly. All the basic channels stayed (CBS, NBC, ABC, etc.), but I also picked up another 40 or so other ones, including ION and a few retro movie channels..and I believe a few Baltimore stations.
I'm in south Irvine I use this antenna:
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487315173&sr=8-1&keywords=50+mile+tv+antenna+amazon+basics
It works in one room but not very well in another. You're best bet is to pick one up, or something similar locally, and try it yourself
I have this one, live by Discovery Park, and I pick up pretty much the same channels.
I have one of these and pick up WFAA without a problem. I'm also 30 miles further west of you.
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC/
If you still can't receive the channel then either your TV tuner is weak or you don't have the antenna positioned well.
Thanks again for the help.
>The problem is either your antenna either has an amplifier in it or it is a Mohu, Amazon, or Byone flat antenna or similar that is a UHF antenna. (Is there an amplifier??)
It's an Amazon antenna. It came with an amp because it's the 50 Mile model, but it's long been disconnected it. By "disconnect," I mean that I literally removed the amp and connected the coaxial cable straight to the antenna. (I didn't just unplug it. The amp is sitting in a box somewhere). I did so because I had a similar issue the last place I lived, and removing the amp fixed it.
I coincidentally have another Amazon leaf-style antenna at home (35 mile model), and it is designed without any kind of amplifier. It was for a different TV. I suppose it's possible that the amp'd antenna (even with the amp removed) could be deficient somehow, so I'm going to hook up my old Amazon antenna and see if that solves the issue short term.
>I personally prefer the flatwave for than the freevision because the freevision is more directional which is less helpful in your case where you are not working with a window in the proper direction.
Thanks, I appreciate the suggestion. I think I'll go ahead and order a flatwave on Amazon. If my old antenna ends up working, I'll just cancel the order or return the flatwave.
Ancillary question(s): You mentioned the need for a shielded coaxial cable if I use the Freevision.
(1) Why is shielded coaxial cable required for Freevision use? I'd like to know for my own knowledge's sake.
(2) I have a lot of audio and other equipment around my TV (2 bookshelf speakers, a self powered subwoofer, an Amazon Fire TV, and an XBOX One). Could that be affecting my signal right now? If so, would a shielded coaxial cable or some other precaution help? Is there any foreseeable reason to use it with a flatware?
Edit: I went and looked at the Winegard FlatWave FL-5000 online just now....it looks almost identical to the Amazon antenna(s) I already own. Is it really worth buying? Are my current antennas really only UHF antennas, even though they look identical to the Flatwave?
If rabbit ears don't cut it and you find yourself looking for an amplified option I strongly recommend a step up to this:
http://store.gomohu.com/leaf-50-indoor-amplified-hdtv-antenna.html
Amazon makes a knock-off design for $32 that looks highly rated:
http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Ultra-Thin-Indoor-Antenna/dp/B00X4RAEZC/
This is pretty much the exact same thing for less $$. Your results should be to your satisfaction as long as you're not on a bottom floor with hills surrounding your house.