Monoprice Digital HD7 Outdoor HDTV Antenna, 65 Mile Range
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Will this work on all the TVs in my house? Or do I need one for each tv?
A shopper
on Dec 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm using one for the entire house. I used splitter 10015 to connect to 4 tv's total.
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- Jason M on Dec 13, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm using one for the entire house. I used splitter 10015 to connect to 4 tv's total.
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- Jason M on Dec 13, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2017
You will need a separate antennae for each television. There are complicated ways to split an antennae signal to two televisions, but this antennae and virtually any other you find will not. Cheers.
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- Christopher P on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 16, 2017
I got rid of direct tv and used their coax cables to supply signal to all my TVs. So as long as you have the proper splitter it can supply signal for all TVs.
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- Brett K on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2017
You'll need more than one without some sophisticated splitting
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- Brad P on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2017
It will probably work on 2 tvs at the most because of the amplifier allowing a better reception.I use them separatly for 2 tvs .One is on the roof and gets amazing reception and one is inside with less reception for a few channels which is ok for basic news ....I like them very much as they are small and an easy set up
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
These antennas are designed to be used as ONE for EACH TV in your home. I suppose that 'theoretically' it might be possible to add a splitter but I haven't tried it. Besides, you would then have to run separate coax cables from the splitter.
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- Agee on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
I feed my old Cable in feed with this and it works ok.. so you must supply a splitter and cables to do multiple TVs. Only one wire out of antenna,
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- Jeffrey M on Dec 14, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
Yes, but you need splitter to run cable outs to each TV
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- Ironnerve on Jan 3, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2017
As long as it’s Connected to a splitter it will work
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- Nicholas S on Dec 11, 2017
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can this antenna be used indoors?
Dennis
on Sep 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Any antenna can be used indoors. There is no functional difference between an 'indoor' vs. 'outdoor' antenna except that the outdoor antenna will withstand exposure to the elements. The bigger concern is how well it will perform. Any antenna will perform better outdoor and elevated as high as practical above ground.
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- John R on Aug 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Any antenna can be used indoors. There is no functional difference between an 'indoor' vs. 'outdoor' antenna except that the outdoor antenna will withstand exposure to the elements. The bigger concern is how well it will perform. Any antenna will perform better outdoor and elevated as high as practical above ground.
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- John R on Aug 23, 2018
YES! It is a nice looking indoor antenna sitting on a table. I happen to get all the broadcast stations in my area using it indoors.
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- TFD4278 on Dec 27, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 15, 2017
I have one indoors and it gets limited reception but I only wanted it for news in my area..recommended as it is small and affordable
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
Yes, if you put it in front of a window.
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- Larry A on Nov 26, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
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does it need a power outlet or not?
A shopper
on Apr 14, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Actually, it doesn't need it. I though it did at first when I hooked it up outside to my TV because i wasn't getting no channels until I removed it. Once i did remove I started to get all the local channel here in the NY & NJ area. So remove and you should get channels.. you my have to point it in the right direction before you mount it anywhere.
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- Jackson P on Apr 15, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Actually, it doesn't need it. I though it did at first when I hooked it up outside to my TV because i wasn't getting no channels until I removed it. Once i did remove I started to get all the local channel here in the NY & NJ area. So remove and you should get channels.. you my have to point it in the right direction before you mount it anywhere.
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- Jackson P on Apr 15, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 5, 2019
It’s optionally powered. I have mine set up without the amplifier and it’s working fine. Depends on the your distance to the signal.
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- Cameron W on Apr 15, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 5, 2019
It does not need a power outlet for it to work right out of the box. Power AC is provided though not needed
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- Miguel S on Apr 17, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 15, 2019
Yes it comes with a power adapter that the antenna plugs into the back of the tv.
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- JOHN B on Apr 15, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2019
Not for the antenna, but the signal amplifier needs to be plugged in by the TV.
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- Paul H on Apr 14, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2019
This antenna doesn’t need a power outlet, just your coaxial cable.
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- Steven B on Apr 14, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2019
Yes but the power booster can be placed inside near the TV.
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- Peter C on Apr 15, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 19, 2017
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How will this antenna work with my satellite dish. How do I hook it up with the dish?
A shopper
on Nov 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Many satellite receivers have a separate input for an off-air antenna. If it does then you can just connect it to that terminal. It should be clearly labelled, if not look in the manual for the receiver. If your receiver lacks an input for an off-air antenna then you can plug it into your television's antenna input. If this is already in use for the satellite receiver, and I would have to assume that if it is you are not getting the best possible picture from it, then either connect your satellite receiver to another input using either composite, component or HDMI cable and attach your antenna to the antenna input. If you change how the satellite receiver is connected you may need to change settings in your receiver so that the output works. You will also need to learn how to select the correct input on your television for either off-air or satellite. If your television only has a single input then you will need a switch to select which signal to use.
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- John R on Aug 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Many satellite receivers have a separate input for an off-air antenna. If it does then you can just connect it to that terminal. It should be clearly labelled, if not look in the manual for the receiver. If your receiver lacks an input for an off-air antenna then you can plug it into your television's antenna input. If this is already in use for the satellite receiver, and I would have to assume that if it is you are not getting the best possible picture from it, then either connect your satellite receiver to another input using either composite, component or HDMI cable and attach your antenna to the antenna input. If you change how the satellite receiver is connected you may need to change settings in your receiver so that the output works. You will also need to learn how to select the correct input on your television for either off-air or satellite. If your television only has a single input then you will need a switch to select which signal to use.
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- John R on Aug 23, 2018
This connects to the cable TV jack on your TV, it doesn't connect to your satellite receiver.
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- Larry A on Nov 26, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
I have an outdoor antenna in the attic and have it split multiple times. I have 1 going directly to the antenna on the TV and another going to an AM21 Digital Tuner that integrates with DirecTV. You will need to buy the AM21 separately to integrate with DirecTV. I believe DirecTV no longer makes the AM21, but you may be able to find them used or on some other websites. Just be sure to connect it correctly to the DirecTV receiver and re-run the process to scan channels so the channels will integrate with the DVR and you can record programs from the OTA (over the air) antenna.
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- Jared B on Apr 11, 2022
Actually, some satellite receivers (like my DirecTV receiver) have a coax connector for connecting an external antenna. I have not used mine this way, but there may be such a connector on "A Shopper"'s receiver.
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- Paul on Jul 7, 2018
- Purchased on May 27, 2018
Assuming you are using an HDMI input for your dish, just connect it to the antenna input and change the source input on the TV to switch between the antenna and Dish.
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- Edward H on Nov 26, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 10, 2017
I have a second dish post that I mounted it on
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- Dana W on Nov 26, 2017
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Is this an indoor or outdoor antenna?
Gulam M
on Nov 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes. The "Digital HD7 Outdoor HDTV Antenna" is an outdoor antenna. The antenna body is completely sealed and it comes with a coaxial cable with a weather-seal boot and mounting hardware to mount it to either a pole or directly to a wall.
The booster is not rated for outdoor use, however, and needs to be inside and connected to your device and a power outlet.
The booster is not rated for outdoor use, however, and needs to be inside and connected to your device and a power outlet.
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- William S on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes. The "Digital HD7 Outdoor HDTV Antenna" is an outdoor antenna. The antenna body is completely sealed and it comes with a coaxial cable with a weather-seal boot and mounting hardware to mount it to either a pole or directly to a wall.
The booster is not rated for outdoor use, however, and needs to be inside and connected to your device and a power outlet.
The booster is not rated for outdoor use, however, and needs to be inside and connected to your device and a power outlet.
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- William S on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
It's marketed as an outdoor antenna but can be used indoors. The higher up it is, the better the reception. It is often used in the attic.
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- Elliot D on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
It is mainly an outdoor antenna, but it would also work indoors. I recently installed it, and I am picking up 26 stations from St.Louis, MO.
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- William B on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
As it clearly states it's and outdoor antenna. I have successfully used it outside and inside my attic. It performs perfectly for my needs.
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- Richard A on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 1, 2017
Outdoor ,Has mount for pole or post I placed in attic
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- Jeffrey M on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
Both..I use it outdoor and am very happy with it
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- New User U on Nov 13, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
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What kind of cable do I need to run this longer than the 25'? I'm close to 25', but will need a bit more.
A shopper
on Jan 4, 2019
Standard Coax cable. The older RG59 is OK and I think what is provided, but the newer RG-6 is better with signal transmission and just slightly more expensive. I actually threw out the 25 feet that shipped with the antenna.. Got on the roof and removed the Direct-TV dish. Attached the Monoprice antenna to the mounting post that supported the Direct-TV dish and used the existing wiring to go down to the TV. In testing phase it was a direct line down to one TV. To connect multiple TV's would need a special splitter that allows power passthrough back to the antenna which are more common now as the power amp is plugged in directly behind the tv. After satisfied with the performance, re-mounted to opposite side of house to avoid trees as points across the clear roof (satelite pointed west over roof where antenna pointed east directly into side yard trees) where I did have to do a coax run to the multiple tv splitter in the attic.
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- Lawrence G on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
Use the same type that came with your antenna kit. You can run an additional 20-25’ without causing and issue. Total 50’ is ok. Anything longer than 75’ you might need an in-line amplifier to boost the signal. It will depend on how strong your receiving the signal now. I had to add additional length to my cable also. I mounted my in my garage as a back-up for when the cable goes out in a storm (House has Generator Back-Up for power) so once in a while the cable might go out. I just switch my input on mybTV from Cable to the digital antenna, and I’m back in business with a good portion of the basic channels.
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- Don on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 8, 2018
You would only need to extend the Coaxial cable that going directly to the back of the TV..
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- Ole C on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
You can and another coax cable or what I would do is use one longer coax cable.
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- Jacob B on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 27, 2018
Any coax cable will work. You don’t need the power supplement.
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- Jason D on Jan 5, 2019
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Do I need one of these for each tv in my house or will the one work for all my TVs??
New User U
on Dec 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It will work for all your tvs, but the more times you split the signal, the less power you will have. Anything over 3 tv's you will want a powered splitter.
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- Gabriel S on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It will work for all your tvs, but the more times you split the signal, the less power you will have. Anything over 3 tv's you will want a powered splitter.
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- Gabriel S on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
You need a special splitter that doesn't block the power to the antenna. Most (and the cheapest bargain splitter) are not. They will all have each port labeled "IN" which is the line from the antenna to the splitter, and "Out" which are the distribution lines to each TV. What you want to look for is a line drawn between the "IN" and at least one "OUT" which may be labeled 'power'. That is the line that you want the amplifier attached to at the TV. Since I was dumping Comcast where they had installed an amplifier, I used their equipment which works fine as the only thing the wanted back was the set-top box and it came with the power splitter. Only other thing I did was disconnect the internet line from the splitter and directly connected them so it is a straight line from the outside cable box to my modem.
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- Lawrence G on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
I'm not an expert, but you COULD connect multiple TVs to 1 antenna if you have an amplifier and splitter. I have NOT tried it though. The amplifier that came with the antenna did NOT work for me. Powered or not, my TV would not tune any channels. When I removed the amplifier though I received excellent signals. We're 40 miles from the 2000' TV tower, but on a hill with lots of tall trees. TV quality is better than UVerse for local channels. So I like the antenna. Try out a splitter and see if it works. But plan on buying a separate amplifier.
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- Michael S on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2017
OK thank you I will try
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
My antenna lead goes into a box feeding 8 outlets (3 TVs). Didn't use included amplifier but used old one. No degradation of signal I can tell. I'm very satisfied with antenna.
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- Roland G on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
Only one is enough. Place the amplifier before the splitter and you should be good
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- Michael M on Jun 7, 2018
- Purchased on May 22, 2018
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Are U-bolts removable and can it stand on its base for indoor use on a windowsill?
New User U
on Mar 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, U Bolts are removable. The base can be adjusted so that is straight up and down. The base will have to be attached to something because the antenna will become top-heavy without being attached to a surface.
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- James I on Mar 4, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, U Bolts are removable. The base can be adjusted so that is straight up and down. The base will have to be attached to something because the antenna will become top-heavy without being attached to a surface.
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- James I on Mar 4, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 10, 2019
they sell an indoor antenna the one i have they no longer sell try Product # 15954
and yes the ubolts come off . i mounted mine 90deg from the picture
and yes the ubolts come off . i mounted mine 90deg from the picture
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- arnold S on Mar 3, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 15, 2019
The bolts are removable. The base is as wide as the antenna but but less than an inch deep.
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- Jim F on Mar 5, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2019
Yes they are removable and believe there is provided mounting of the base
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- Miguel S on Mar 4, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 15, 2019
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I'm thinking of purchasing one of these two antennas. I want to mount it to a 1.75-inch diameter pole. Are the U-Bolts big enough?
Viken K
on Apr 20, 2020
Monoprice Digital HD7 Outdoor HDTV Antenna, 65 Mile Range
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BEST ANSWER: I have the HD7 antenna and am approximately 40 miles from the broadcasting towers. I use it indoors placed in a ground floor window, and when carefully oriented, get all available stations in my market. I’m very happy with it. As for the brackets, I just measured and they should accommodate up to a 2” pole.
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- paul j on Apr 20, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I have the HD7 antenna and am approximately 40 miles from the broadcasting towers. I use it indoors placed in a ground floor window, and when carefully oriented, get all available stations in my market. I’m very happy with it. As for the brackets, I just measured and they should accommodate up to a 2” pole.
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- paul j on Apr 20, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2019
I am happy to report that the u-bolts in both of these models are 2" from inside to inside, so they should work fine with a 1.75" pole. I happen to have both of these antennas since both the HD7 and HD8 have UHF but only the HD7 can receive VHF.
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- Starson H on Apr 22, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 8, 2018
Should work fine. The bolts are 2 inches wide inside measurement. They're not exactly ubolts. Best I can describe is not a round shape but 3 45 degree angles. Hope that makes sense.
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- James on Apr 20, 2020
Yes. We attached the HD7 Outdoor 65 mile range to a 2 inch diameter portable extending flagpole for our tailgate.
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- Edward C on Apr 21, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 15, 2019
The HD7 has 2-1/4 inch spacing between posts.
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- Ian T on Apr 21, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2019
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Does it needs a power outlet to plug in?
A shopper
on Sep 20, 2021
BEST ANSWER: For standard range, no. But if you need to boost the signal, then there is a powered booster that is on the TV end. No power is needed at the antenna.
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- Michael M on Sep 20, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: For standard range, no. But if you need to boost the signal, then there is a powered booster that is on the TV end. No power is needed at the antenna.
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- Michael M on Sep 20, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 21, 2020
This antenna comes with a powered amplifier. The amplifier will need to be plugged in.
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- Robert L on Sep 20, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2020
Only if you need to amplify the antenna. My experience has been if you live near an urban area (10-20 miles of TV station's antennas) you won't need to plug it in. That being said, I didn't see much of a difference between this antenna and the one a bought at Wally World for 10 bucks.
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- Tim M on Sep 24, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 5, 2020
This does include an amplifier that would need to be plugged in if you need amplification. I am pulling in stations 40 miles away without it plugged in so I am using mine without an outlet
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- Dave C on Sep 21, 2021
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so does this include the external amplifier in the diagram or not?
Jeffrey B
on Oct 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the amplifier has a adjustable dial for signal strength
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- James I on Oct 10, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the amplifier has a adjustable dial for signal strength
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- James I on Oct 10, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 25, 2017
Yes. And 25' of coaxial cable. Great deal.
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- Joe G on Dec 1, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
Yers..gets excellant reception outdoors!
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
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Can this 65 mile range antenna be mounted inside the attic near one of the open ventilation areas or is it better to be mounted on the side of the roof?
Marcella S
on Oct 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Best is outside, for any antenna. I've tried 3 other antennas and always got better reception mounted on the roof.
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- Roland G on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Best is outside, for any antenna. I've tried 3 other antennas and always got better reception mounted on the roof.
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- Roland G on Dec 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
Best outside, hand's down! In the attic, depends. These recently popular metal roofs are a no go as it can't penetrate. Also, metal HVAC conduit in the attic will interfere with the signal. Finally, the attic vent may not be the best placement as it unable to get an angle to clear the neighbor's roofline or trees in the side yard. In my case while outside with both mounts but both above the vent which I used for cable entry, while the signal path wasn't straight out, more like a 45 degree aim, there were trees directly in line. Mounted on the opposite side of house at ridge above vent, but the aim was across the roofline, not out the vent which would be the wrong direction. It allowed about 70' of unobstructed roof and an angle to clear the same trees for a good signal. In the attic. Mounting there in the attic would require passing through the attic and asphalt shingles which would impact reception power.
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- Lawrence G on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
You may mount this antenna in the attic. However, you should install it away from any metallic objects, such as air ducts or anything else of metallic nature. Chris R.
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- Christopher R on Nov 19, 2017
TV signals are low power, you never want a TV antenna inside if you want a good signal.
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- Larry A on Nov 26, 2017
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How long is the included coax cable?
Stan
on Jan 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I'm pretty sure it was 25 ft. and it was white. I'm not using it I just bought it for a family member
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- Thomas E L on Jan 3, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm pretty sure it was 25 ft. and it was white. I'm not using it I just bought it for a family member
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- Thomas E L on Jan 3, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
.. don't use it, go buy some RG6, and you'll lose a lot less signal.
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- Ian T on Nov 8, 2019
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Would this work in rural areas?
Stefan S
on Jul 27, 2018
BEST ANSWER: From my own experience, this antenna works well when it is mounted in an area with no obstructions in the sky and pointed in the general direction of the local transmitter towers. Also, I connected my digital antemna’s coaxial cable to the outside cable TV splitter (bypassing the cable TV connection from the telephone pole) so that all four of my HDTVs are receiving from the same antenna. Under these parameters, my HDTVs are each receiving about 40 over-the-air local TV channels.
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- Terrance H on Jul 29, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: From my own experience, this antenna works well when it is mounted in an area with no obstructions in the sky and pointed in the general direction of the local transmitter towers. Also, I connected my digital antemna’s coaxial cable to the outside cable TV splitter (bypassing the cable TV connection from the telephone pole) so that all four of my HDTVs are receiving from the same antenna. Under these parameters, my HDTVs are each receiving about 40 over-the-air local TV channels.
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- Terrance H on Jul 29, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 9, 2017
Antennas depend on terrain. If your rural area is flat, it will work great. If you live in a valley surrounded by high mtns, you will have issues with any antenna system. The mile range is only good if your area is flat.
I live in a suburban area on the opposite side of a hill from our tv stations 10 miles away and it works good enough to use, but is nothing like cable...LOL
I live in a suburban area on the opposite side of a hill from our tv stations 10 miles away and it works good enough to use, but is nothing like cable...LOL
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- sfxman on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
It will work, but it depends on how rural you are. I have placed mine in my attic to replace an older huge old-style antenna. It does pick up the signal better. I'm sure it wold be even better if mounted outside the home. It comes with an amplifier to make the signal stronger, but I did not notice any difference when I had it pugged in. I am running it without amplification.
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- Grant R on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2017
I use it in the foothills and get great reception, but I’m like 10 miles from all the major antennas in our area. It really just depends on your distance from the broadcast antennas and the topography between.
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- JOSHUA A. on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
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Regarding the amplified part of this antenna: Is there a low noise amplifier in the antenna itself (with the black box just a power injector)? Or is the plastic box the actual amplifier, entirely self contained? I would like to hook up a high quality, LNA directly at the antenna for best reception and not use the supplied plastic box.
Mark
on Jan 15, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I just happened to finally get around to this antenna yesterday.
I opened up the antenna and I see no electronics inside, simply a small board connecting coax to three antennae.
Therefore, looks like all amplification is within the black, powered box.
I opened up the antenna and I see no electronics inside, simply a small board connecting coax to three antennae.
Therefore, looks like all amplification is within the black, powered box.
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- Dr K on Jan 17, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I just happened to finally get around to this antenna yesterday.
I opened up the antenna and I see no electronics inside, simply a small board connecting coax to three antennae.
Therefore, looks like all amplification is within the black, powered box.
I opened up the antenna and I see no electronics inside, simply a small board connecting coax to three antennae.
Therefore, looks like all amplification is within the black, powered box.
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- Dr K on Jan 17, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2021
I don't believe there's an amp in the antenna, the powered black box integrated with supplied cable is the standalone amp. However, I did not use the black-box amp. Connection straight from antenna to TV is working well..
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- Timothy L B on Jan 17, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2021
The only connector on the antenna is the coaxial signal output. The amp is a separate box with coaxial in, coaxial out, and USB power out. So yes you can ignore the included amp and use your own instead.
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- Kevin on Jan 18, 2022
- Purchased on May 31, 2021
The amplifier is separate from the antenna. I did the same thing as what you’re proposing -I used a third party amplifier instead.
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- Eric T on Jan 17, 2022
- Purchased on May 10, 2021
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Is this antenna omnidirectional? Our local towers are 120 degrees apart.
A shopper
on Oct 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: 120 degrees is a bit too wide. Without adjusting the antenna , was able to pull in a lone station 40 miles away at about 60 degrees off point, and on stormy days will get a little pixelation cured by pointing direct.. Two options for the 120 degrees. First the old fashion turn the antenna according to the station you want - which also wipes out the other stations until you turn it back. The other would be two antennas, each pointing to the appropriate level. This has a major technical issue. To avoid ghosting where bath antennas pick up a station with one weaker being a ghost image, it is due to difference in travel time to the TV. To avoid that, the wires from each antenna MUST be exactly the same length from the antenna to the first splitter where they are joined to a single line to the TV.
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- Lawrence G on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: 120 degrees is a bit too wide. Without adjusting the antenna , was able to pull in a lone station 40 miles away at about 60 degrees off point, and on stormy days will get a little pixelation cured by pointing direct.. Two options for the 120 degrees. First the old fashion turn the antenna according to the station you want - which also wipes out the other stations until you turn it back. The other would be two antennas, each pointing to the appropriate level. This has a major technical issue. To avoid ghosting where bath antennas pick up a station with one weaker being a ghost image, it is due to difference in travel time to the TV. To avoid that, the wires from each antenna MUST be exactly the same length from the antenna to the first splitter where they are joined to a single line to the TV.
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- Lawrence G on Jan 4, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2018
It seems to be very directional. I had to choose one station or the other.
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- Mark H on Oct 25, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 10, 2017
If you know where your towers are,aim it in that direction...If you dont know you must move it untill the reception comes in,,,may take 2 people if your on the roof...
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
It definitely seems to be for me, I am in the middle of 3 stations 35m away and 5 at 50 miles but all around me in dofferent directions, my antenna picked up over 180 channels, which i can only assume is every channel from every station, not just the closest one at 35m which is the one i slightly pointed the antenna towards
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- Anthony M on Dec 23, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
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Does this antenna really have anything close to a 65 mile range?
Richard S
on Nov 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: NO.
Without the amplifier, it is about equal to a standard set of rabbit ears.
When using with the amplifier, it is like a good set of rabbit ears, when used indoors. I cannot get stations 20-25 miles away.
The cable is thin 75ohm. The better RG6 cable is not included. For indoor use, the long included cable is not needed. For outdoor use, it may not be long enough.,
The amplifier can be used with other better antennas that have a 75 ohm F connector.
Without the amplifier, it is about equal to a standard set of rabbit ears.
When using with the amplifier, it is like a good set of rabbit ears, when used indoors. I cannot get stations 20-25 miles away.
The cable is thin 75ohm. The better RG6 cable is not included. For indoor use, the long included cable is not needed. For outdoor use, it may not be long enough.,
The amplifier can be used with other better antennas that have a 75 ohm F connector.
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- Eugene L on Dec 6, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: NO.
Without the amplifier, it is about equal to a standard set of rabbit ears.
When using with the amplifier, it is like a good set of rabbit ears, when used indoors. I cannot get stations 20-25 miles away.
The cable is thin 75ohm. The better RG6 cable is not included. For indoor use, the long included cable is not needed. For outdoor use, it may not be long enough.,
The amplifier can be used with other better antennas that have a 75 ohm F connector.
Without the amplifier, it is about equal to a standard set of rabbit ears.
When using with the amplifier, it is like a good set of rabbit ears, when used indoors. I cannot get stations 20-25 miles away.
The cable is thin 75ohm. The better RG6 cable is not included. For indoor use, the long included cable is not needed. For outdoor use, it may not be long enough.,
The amplifier can be used with other better antennas that have a 75 ohm F connector.
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- Eugene L on Dec 6, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
Yes, as with all antennas, their rating is based on line of sight with no obstructions between you and the transmitting tower.
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- Larry A on Nov 26, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
I couldn't get it to work to pick up stations literally 2 miles away. Tried multiple locations and had no luck.
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- Dean M on Mar 27, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 22, 2020
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Is this ant effective as an FM ant for a stereo?
Frank S
on Jul 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Hi Frank,yes,it should work great for you.It is a coaxial connector on the cable.So depending on your stereo,you might need a splitter to give you the flat wire and coaxial output.You can get that at Menard's or Home Depot.
Under 10 bucks. And that would go into the receivers ant connector.Hope this helps you.
Under 10 bucks. And that would go into the receivers ant connector.Hope this helps you.
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- Don on Jul 11, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hi Frank,yes,it should work great for you.It is a coaxial connector on the cable.So depending on your stereo,you might need a splitter to give you the flat wire and coaxial output.You can get that at Menard's or Home Depot.
Under 10 bucks. And that would go into the receivers ant connector.Hope this helps you.
Under 10 bucks. And that would go into the receivers ant connector.Hope this helps you.
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- Don on Jul 11, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2017
This antenna covers the full UHF and only high VHF. FM is at the lower end of VHF so I'm quite sure this antenna won't help.
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- Hien V on Jun 28, 2022
It probably will, but buyer beware - it wouldn't hardly pick up TV channels from 2 or 3 miles away for me.
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- Dean M on Mar 27, 2020
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I would like to mount my antenna on the roof. I want to get it pointed correctly without climbing up and down several times. All of my stations are located south of our house. What part of the antenna should point south and should it be oriented horizontally or vertically?
Craig S
on Sep 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: According to Monoprice customer service, the tip should point toward the towers, and it should be more or less horizontal.
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- Theodore L on Nov 7, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2022
BEST ANSWER: According to Monoprice customer service, the tip should point toward the towers, and it should be more or less horizontal.
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- Theodore L on Nov 7, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2022
I have mine about 30degrees up from horizontal pointing at the towers, and it seems to work well.
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- Ian T on Nov 8, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2019
This antenna should be mounted upright with the Monoprice logo in the direction of the stations.
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When I plug in my amplifier, the signal drops out. When I unplug it, signal comes back. Why?
A shopper
on Aug 14, 2022
BEST ANSWER: RF engineer here: The amplifier is likely not a Low Noise Amplifier (LNA). All amplifiers have a certain amount of noise associated with them. What can happen is if the amplifier noise is higher than the signal you are trying to pick up, then the signal is literally lost in the noise. Purchase a LNA that has a noise figure of ~1 or 2dB or less.
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- Mark on Aug 14, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 21, 2021
BEST ANSWER: RF engineer here: The amplifier is likely not a Low Noise Amplifier (LNA). All amplifiers have a certain amount of noise associated with them. What can happen is if the amplifier noise is higher than the signal you are trying to pick up, then the signal is literally lost in the noise. Purchase a LNA that has a noise figure of ~1 or 2dB or less.
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- Mark on Aug 14, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 21, 2021
That probably means you don't need the amplifier, the amplifier has dial in it try dialing the amplification back
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- Stan on Aug 16, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 30, 2022
It’s likely too much amplification, which you don’t need. Have you tried turning the dial down?
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- Michael R on Aug 16, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 21, 2022
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Is this a VHF-UHF antenna?
Charles H
on Jun 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, frequency range and gain for each band is available in the specs.
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- Wes F on Jun 9, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, frequency range and gain for each band is available in the specs.
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- Purchased on Oct 15, 2017
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This doesn't make sense, how can those frequency be captured by something this size? 6" x 3"?
Stefan S
on Jul 27, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Since the TV waves can't see the antenna, size does not matter - like most things in life.
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- Mark M on Nov 18, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Since the TV waves can't see the antenna, size does not matter - like most things in life.
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Does this work on FM? I see people have answered it should, but the specs indicate it does not cover the FM frequencies or the lower VHF band. Has anyone tried this on FM?
Barry H
on Jan 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hi, you are correct that this antenna is spec'd for VHF Hi and UHF and is not optimized for lower VHF bands nor FM. Therefore we cannot recommend getting this to mainly use as an FM antenna. But if you are getting this product for HDTV, having some kind of antenna would still be an improvement to not having one at all, so it might help with FM if reception is decent in your area. But the product is not designed for this and there are many variables with location and interference so results would be unreliable. Hope this helps.
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- Irv S Staff on Jan 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hi, you are correct that this antenna is spec'd for VHF Hi and UHF and is not optimized for lower VHF bands nor FM. Therefore we cannot recommend getting this to mainly use as an FM antenna. But if you are getting this product for HDTV, having some kind of antenna would still be an improvement to not having one at all, so it might help with FM if reception is decent in your area. But the product is not designed for this and there are many variables with location and interference so results would be unreliable. Hope this helps.
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What surface of the antenna is the front for pointing at the towers? The flat surface, the top edge, side edge. Etc.
New User U
on May 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: My experience with this antenna is that it has about a 35 mile range when indoors and maybe 50 miles mounted on a 20 foot mast. It is omni-directional but does best for me when the upright flat front face is pointed toward the transmitting stations antenna array.
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- Jim F on May 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: My experience with this antenna is that it has about a 35 mile range when indoors and maybe 50 miles mounted on a 20 foot mast. It is omni-directional but does best for me when the upright flat front face is pointed toward the transmitting stations antenna array.
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- Jim F on May 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2019
It's pretty much trial and error. I live behind a mountain and it took hours to align it to receive bounced around signals. but it did work. kind of. up down and twist around
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- Paul G M on May 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 30, 2019
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Is it better to melt this vertical should I mount it vertical or horizontal
or turn it horizontal which Way picks up more stations?
or turn it horizontal which Way picks up more stations?
A shopper
on Mar 16, 2021
BEST ANSWER: In my experience, it did not matter.
I tried it both ways and saw no difference.
Of course your mileage may vary, so I suggest
you try it both ways.
I tried it both ways and saw no difference.
Of course your mileage may vary, so I suggest
you try it both ways.
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- C Scott F on Mar 16, 2021
- Purchased on May 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: In my experience, it did not matter.
I tried it both ways and saw no difference.
Of course your mileage may vary, so I suggest
you try it both ways.
I tried it both ways and saw no difference.
Of course your mileage may vary, so I suggest
you try it both ways.
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- C Scott F on Mar 16, 2021
- Purchased on May 27, 2020
When I called Monoprice, they said horizontal is usually better, since that's the way the TV signals would be coming.
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- Theodore L on Nov 7, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2022
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Is this an omni-directional reception antenna?
A shopper
on Oct 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: My experience is that it picks up a signal better when pointed toward the broadcast antenna.
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- James Q on Mar 20, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: My experience is that it picks up a signal better when pointed toward the broadcast antenna.
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- James Q on Mar 20, 2019
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How much maximum signal amplification (in dB) does the external amplifier provide? Is it a fixed amount, or can the amplification be attenuated up/down depending on the amount of amplification needed?
A shopper
on Nov 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
There would not be a way to attenuate the amount of signal amplification the amplifier would provide.
There would not be a way to attenuate the amount of signal amplification the amplifier would provide.
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- Tyler C Staff on Apr 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
There would not be a way to attenuate the amount of signal amplification the amplifier would provide.
There would not be a way to attenuate the amount of signal amplification the amplifier would provide.
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- Tyler C Staff on Apr 9, 2019
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Can I get 2 and combine the signal? Point one east and the other west?
A shopper
on Feb 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, and that's a very good idea for those who live between two TV markets. Use a good splitter in reverse (as a combiner) and it should work quite well.
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- Clay J on Jun 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, and that's a very good idea for those who live between two TV markets. Use a good splitter in reverse (as a combiner) and it should work quite well.
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- Clay J on Jun 19, 2018
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What makes the passive HD8 (Product # 24172) have a range 15 miles longer than the amplified HD7 (Product #24171)? The size / arrangement of dipoles?
Ryan M
on Apr 21, 2018
Monoprice Digital HD7 Outdoor HDTV Antenna, 65 Mile Range
Monoprice Foldable Long Range HD8 Outdoor HDTV Antenna, 80 Mile Range
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the larger size and arrangement of the antenna structure enables it to receive long range signals better. The amplifier of the 65 mile version boosts the signal after reception to better send the signal along to your TV. Depending of your situation, you may wish to add an amplifier to the HD8 as well.
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- Paul L on Jun 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the larger size and arrangement of the antenna structure enables it to receive long range signals better. The amplifier of the 65 mile version boosts the signal after reception to better send the signal along to your TV. Depending of your situation, you may wish to add an amplifier to the HD8 as well.
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- Paul L on Jun 29, 2019
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What does the radiation pattern look like for this antenna?
New User U
on Jul 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have a the radiation pattern for this antenna.
Unfortunately we would not have a the radiation pattern for this antenna.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 30, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have a the radiation pattern for this antenna.
Unfortunately we would not have a the radiation pattern for this antenna.
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Rated 3 out of 5
Sorta As Good As Any Other OTA
Average reception from towers that are only 35 miles away. Not as good as I expected.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good antenna at a fair price that's easy to install.
For its since and function, this is an excellent little antenna at a very reasonable price.
It is just lying behind the TV on the dresser in our Bedroom and picks up local and some distant stations better than any other antenna I've tried.
It is just lying behind the TV on the dresser in our Bedroom and picks up local and some distant stations better than any other antenna I've tried.
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Rated 5 out of 5
NICE!
Would recommend. Easy to install and worked great. Very affordable compared to other units. Looks nice too.
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Rated 2 out of 5
I got this on discount and thought it'd be worth a try. While it was cheap, it doesn't seem to work any better than the other cheap antennas I've tried. Which is to say, it barely works at all. The included amplifier doesn't seem to do a thing; I get the same amount of signal regardless of whether it's on, off, or whatever I set the gain dial to. I'm nowhere near 65mi from the location TV around here is broadcast and the LOS isn't too bad as far as I know.
Bottom line is cheap antennas are a waste of time. Get a good one and mount it up as high as is practical and allowed. I've spent a fair amount of time messing around with things other than that and have found it to be a waste.
Bottom line is cheap antennas are a waste of time. Get a good one and mount it up as high as is practical and allowed. I've spent a fair amount of time messing around with things other than that and have found it to be a waste.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Great price to get rid of cable
Don't get abc on the 2 that I own. But haven't gotten it an an HD antenna I bought. Simple set up. Lots of plastic so I hope it holds up.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Better than expected
Works great. Another tremendous value from monoprice
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Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent price and performance!
Really does the job, at an incredibly low price - easy to mount, and to orient in any direction. What's not clear from the instructions is whether to point its tip or one of its faces in the direction of the TV signals (apparently, it's the tip).
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Rated 1 out of 5
Signal booster does not work as other reviewers have stated
The antenna without the signal booster works a little bit, but all signals cut out when the signal booster is attached. I spent a lot of time adjusting the power dial on the signal booster as well as changing antenna angles and had no luck. My previous antenna from monoprice, which was over 7 years old, worked much better until it died.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good product
Great antenna at a great price. I used the most expensive indoor antenna and got 5 channels, installed this on one of my window sills and got 31
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Rated 4 out of 5
Good working antenna, cheap mounting hardware
This antenna works as good as our old big antenna that rotated and is getting 40+ channels from towers 50-75 miles away. I mounted on my makeshift antenna pole, I did swap the mounting hardware as it was cheap and it needed washers too. Other than that it is picking up these stations stronger than the older antenna and we're getting some that we didn't before. beware if the cable you are trying to connect to between the booster and TV is to long you will get no stations while searching. Time will tell on how long it holds up but at this price you cant beat it.
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