Has anyone used both this and the Amazon Basics Extreme Preformance indoor antenna and how would you compare them?
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I am now using the HD Frequency Cable Cutter antenna in place of the Amazon Basics Extreme Performance [amplified] antenna in my living room where I record broadcast TV to my PC via a Hauppauge tuner card. I just moved to Denver from the Atlanta area where my two $10 RCA non-amplified rabbit ear antennas worked fine in my basic two-story brick house in my downstairs TV room and upstairs bedroom. These antennas, however, did not perform well in either my living room or bedroom in my ground floor apartment here in the Denver area. I then tried a $30 RCA amplified antenna which was a definite improvement, but I still had challenges with both the CBS and ABC stations here. Next, I ordered the $50 Amazon Basics antenna which was noticeably better, however, the signal on the local CBS station was still choppy - even after placing the flat antenna panel in a variety of locations - and therefore annoying enough for me to try the HD Frequency Cable Cutter antenna (a lot of my favorite shows are on CBS). While it's irritating that a simple piece of stamped metal which is non-amplified costs $99, the bottom line is that its performance is noticeably better than the $50 Amazon Basics Extreme - which I am now happily using in my bedroom as it is a definite improvement over the $30 RCA antenna - and so far it has been $99 well spent.
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I've used the HD Frequency Cable Cutter I/O HD Digital antenna and other much cheaper "rabbit ear" type antennas. I found not much difference in the number of channels I received. The real determining factor is your location. In hindsight I would have just purchased a less expensive antenna..
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I experimented with another Phillips antenna I had lying around MANT510 that I purchased from Walmart some time ago. It works well but the TV antenna connection will only accept the coax cable that you just slide in and the connection is very short. You need to find a coax that doesn't have plastic around the connection. I suspect any indoor antenna would work. Hope this helps
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It's hard for me to say since I live in a metropolitan area. I will say that it worked no better than my original Mohu Leaf antenna, so I returned it. Check out http://www.antennaweb.org, you type in your zip and it will give you information about what antenna may work best and which stations you should receive.
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I don't know about you, but mine brings in all the weird channels as well as the networks. I live 17 miles in a straight line from the local broadcast towers. When it's windy outside, sometimes a station will not come in. Also during rainstorms. You should go to antennaweb.org, where you input your address and they tell you what kind of antenna should work for you. I've found the flat antenna works a little better than a more 3-dimensional one, but your mileage may vary. Amazon's return policy is pretty liberal though. If it doesn't work for you, they'll take it back. Just be gentle with the packaging. I don't know about you, but mine brings in all the weird channels as well as the networks. I live 17 miles in a straight line from the local broadcast towers. When it's windy outside, sometimes a station will not come in. Also during rainstorms. You should go to antennaweb.org, where you input your address and they tell you what kind of antenna should work for you. I've found the flat antenna works a little better than a more 3-dimensional one, but your mileage may vary. Amazon's return policy is pretty liberal though. If it doesn't work for you, they'll take it back. Just be gentle with... » Read More I don't know about you, but mine brings in all the weird channels as well as the networks. I live 17 miles in a straight line from the local broadcast towers. When it's windy outside, sometimes a station will not come in. Also during rainstorms. You should go to antennaweb.org, where you input your address and they tell you what kind of antenna should work for you. I've found the flat antenna works a little better than a more 3-dimensional one, but your mileage may vary. Amazon's return policy is pretty liberal though. If it doesn't work for you, they'll take it back. Just be gentle with the packaging. « Show Less
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I live in a mountain area of Vermont. This paper thin antenna, did NOT work at all, not even one station came in. I use a regular house top digital hd antenna and get 15 stations. Is there something better out there ?
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Hi I have a basic indoor antenna(2 tvs 2 boxes) Both doing great with this converter. Be sure you place the antenna in the optomin spot in the room. I find each room has a different area that is right for the antenna. Good luck and have a happy day Betty
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What works for me is two AmazonBasics High Performance Ultra Thin Indoor HDTV Antennas with a CHANNEL PLUS 2532 2-Way Splitter/Combiner. This setup gets the best reception for inside use.
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Mine doesn't work very well and I am planning on trying a different brand/type. If someone recommended an outdoor type of antenna, this may not work as it's an "Indoor" model.
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I have two indoors and they both pick up many channels some of the local ones and few others. very clear if not more clear than cable. between these antennas and netflix ,hulu plus and apple tv my bill is less than half of what cable would be .so get one and try it .
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Standard exterior co-ax cable is recommended. If in an area with trees a pre-amp is also recommended.I live within the 100 mile radius for the cm 3020, but I am surrounded by 60' trees, so I also use a pre-amp.My signal reception doubled because of the antennae and pre-amp.Jim
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Standard coax connected antenna. Stronger is better because you will likely get more channels. The simple.tv HW is junky hardware though IMO.
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Antenna's position is The Key!!! And I use this Antenna: Philips SDV1225T/27 Indoor Passive Antenna http://www.frys.com/product/6640864?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG Sometimes I get almost 90ch but most are foriegn! (Spanish Asian)
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I use the ExpertPower 14.5 inch antenna found here on Amazon. I can't put the link though because Amazon does not allow that.
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I talked to RCA about that and did not get any useable response. According to their website description of those antennas (they have 3 similar ones, amplifier/not amplified/superior reception). I would think that an amplified would allow you to get good reception when having a weak signal, but that would be the only benefit.We know have the antenna sitting in a bookshelf at the bottom, behind some pictures, hardly noticeable. Reception is the same, flawless. And no external power supply needed. Keep in mind that thanks to Amazon's great business policies, you can return the item within 30 days in case you are dissatisfied. I talked to RCA about that and did not get any useable response. According to their website description of those antennas (they have 3 similar ones, amplifier/not amplified/superior reception). I would think that an amplified would allow you to get good reception when having a weak signal, but that would be the only benefit.We know have the antenna sitting in a bookshelf at the bottom, behind some pictures, hardly noticeable. Reception is the same, flawless. And no external power supply needed. Keep in mind that thanks to Amazon's great business policies, you can return the item... » Read More I talked to RCA about that and did not get any useable response. According to their website description of those antennas (they have 3 similar ones, amplifier/not amplified/superior reception). I would think that an amplified would allow you to get good reception when having a weak signal, but that would be the only benefit.We know have the antenna sitting in a bookshelf at the bottom, behind some pictures, hardly noticeable. Reception is the same, flawless. And no external power supply needed. Keep in mind that thanks to Amazon's great business policies, you can return the item within 30 days in case you are dissatisfied. « Show Less
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I never tried that one, I was using the RCA flat HDTV antenna before I tried the Lava antenna. I just switched back to the flat antenna.
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I agree. I bought a better antenna and it works as good as any handheld I've had or had experience with. WELL worth the money!
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I am not sure which model this Alfa AWUS036H belongs to ; however, I used a gray 5-Gain Alfa antenna. I received no better than my "High-end" built-in WiFi on my Alienware laptop. I bought this product and used it in the very same way/ spot, and received 8 more hotspots and all maximum bars of strength. I also bought the extension cable, because it was best to position the antenna up and outside as best as possible, like any other receiving device. The unique design and small statue gives you many posting/ tying options. You can hook, tie, and use the included suction-cup to attach to smooth flat surfaces like windows, metal poles, and maybe even siding. The Alfas produces did not give me those options, which made all the difference. I've used only this product now for over a year in both Iraq and now Afghanistan. I'm an IT guy and I value my bandwidth/ connectivities.