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The Different Types of Long Island HDTV Antennas to Choose From

One of the key elements you need to get your Long Island high definition TV set to work as it is intended to you need to invest in a quality HDTV antenna. This is extremely important if you don't want to continue with a service from your satellite or cable provider. There are two type of Long Island HDTV antennas to choose from ' the external type that are for outdoors and the internal type that are for inside.

There are some very powerful HDTV antennas offered that you should be aware of. The Channel Master CM3016 HDTV outdoor Aerial Antenna offers 24 elements. The main features are a locking corner reflector, EPC coating, and a boom length of 66″. The UHF is 30 miles, the VHF is 45 miles, and the FM ranges are 45 miles. The M61415 Automatic by Philips is a good choice as well.

Before you decide on what type of Long Island HDTV antenna to buy you need to find out if it is illegal to have one outside according to your local ordinances. This happens in some areas because an external one is more powerful when it comes to collecting the signals. If you can place one outdoors you will get better quality service than having an indoor HDTV antenna. Some of the most popular brands of outdoor HDTV antennas are Terk TV 55, the Silver Sensor, and the RCA ANT501.

If you plan to take advantage of watching off air HDTV shows then you will need an off air HDTV antenna to do so. It is very important to understand your satellite and cable provider can't receive an estimated 1,000 stations and 200 digital TV signals that provide HDTV programs so you will get many more channels if you set this up.

If you take a look around you will find a variety of off air HDTV antennas available. One of the best ones to consider is the HDTV Antenna Pro for $49.99 because it is pre assembled and you can install it almost anywhere. It only weighs 2 pounds and it offers 13 active elements. The turning radius is 11 and 1/4 inches.

If you are help selecting and installing an HDTV antenna in Long Island, then please give us a call at 631-667-9473 (WIRE) or 631-667-9473 (WIRE) or complete our online request form.