So you've decided to take the plunge. No, I'm not talking about marriage or kids. I'm talking about canceling your cable or satellite service and going with free over-the-air signals with an antenna. First, congratulations! You are joining the millions (and counting) of people who have already made the switch and are enjoying their antenna.
An antenna is beneficial in many ways. First, the most obvious is that you don't have to pay anything to watch your favorite TV shows or movies. Not a single penny, quarter, or dollar will need to come out of your checking account and put towards a monthly bill. Except for the initial investment, which can range anywhere from 40 to 200 dollars, depending on what type and model you buy and where you install it, you are free and clear of any payments.
In addition to not having to pay a single dime for TV service, you get very reliable service. It will depend on what kind of antenna you buy and how well it works, but assuming you get the right one for your location, you will have uninterrupted TV service with great picture quality. Furthermore, local HD channels are for free! Again, you don't have to pay extra fees for hardware or service. These HD channels will be at your disposal, and all you need is a TV that has a built-in tuner and is HD compatible.
Perhaps the most important question at this point is: which antenna works the best? How do you find the perfect antenna? Truth be told, there is no perfect antenna. Each antenna has its pros and cons, and it all depends on where you are located and where you want to install your antenna. Stop for a moment and note your location. Do you live in a rural area, a countryside? Or do you live in a major city or one of the cities surrounding it? For a rural area, then outdoors is best. If you live in or around the city, then both indoors and out will work fine.
You can install your antenna indoors, outdoors, or even in your attic. Although not recommended, people have reported getting great results with an attic-mounted antenna. Outdoors is usually best, but an indoor antenna also works as long as you're within the specified range of the antenna. Typically, an indoor antenna has a range of about 20 to 50 miles, and an outdoor antenna can reach up to 100 miles. Outdoor is best for any location and especially for homes located in rural areas.
The best way to go about finding an antenna that works for your area is to find a reputable source online that allows you to input your address. Based on your location, it will recommend an antenna for you. There is a margin of error for this type of procedure, and you should always consult a knowledgeable associate at a retail store, both online and off, to get an opinion of what antenna will work best for your location.
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Aydan Corkern is a writer, HD enthusiast, and promoter of tv antenna and plasma mounts.
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