TV Antenna FAQs

Read some of the most frequently asked questions we get about TV antennas and free HDTV reception.

What is OTA television and how does it work?
Q: What is OTA television and how does it work? A:  Over-the-air television is a term used to describe television signals that are broadcast by your local ...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 1:27 PM
Can I really receive high-definition channels for free using a TV antenna?
Q: Can I really receive high-definition channels for free using a TV antenna? A: YES! With a TV antenna, you will experience HDTV in the highest quality pi...
Wed, 5 Dec, 2018 at 3:56 PM
How do I locate the broadcast towers to aim my TV antenna?
Q: How do I locate the broadcast towers to aim my TV antenna? A: We’ve taken all the work out of aiming your TV antenna. Simply download our free Antenna P...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 1:26 PM
How do I know what channels are available in my area?
Q: How do I know what channels are available in my area? A: On our Transmitter Locator page, once you have entered your zip code, you will find a complete ...
Fri, 7 Dec, 2018 at 6:15 PM
Are all Digital Channels on UHF?
Q: Are all Digital Channels on UHF? A: No, not all channels are on UHF. While Many DTV stations are occupying UHF broadcast channels, there are many statio...
Fri, 7 Dec, 2018 at 6:15 PM
My TV channels display as 2.1, 5.1, 7.1 etc. So I need a VHF antenna, right?
Q: My TV channels display as 2.1, 5.1, 7.1 etc. So I need a VHF antenna, right? A: A TV channel, such as 2.1, 4.1, or 5.1, might be displayed on your TV, b...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 1:30 PM
Getting VHF stations is a problem for me. I get everything else fine.
Q: Getting VHF stations is a problem for me. I get everything else fine. A: Many stations that have reverted to VHF assignments have dramatically cut their...
Tue, 4 Dec, 2018 at 3:37 PM
How does the material of my home affect an antenna’s reception?
Q: How does the material of my home affect an antenna’s reception? A: When using an indoor TV antenna, building materials such as brick, metal siding, radi...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 1:31 PM
How is reception in distant or "fringe" areas? Will I get a fuzzy picture?
Q: How is reception in distant or "fringe" areas? Will I get a fuzzy picture? A: When it comes to digital television, it's an "all or no...
Tue, 4 Dec, 2018 at 5:14 PM
How do I resolve a channel that keeps cutting out? And/Or I’m having issues with reception. What can I do?
Q: How do I resolve a channel that keeps cutting out? And/Or I’m having issues with reception. What can I do? A: This could be due to several different iss...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 1:31 PM