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TV signal quality: Antenna v. Cable

Discussion in 'Technology' started by kevfla, Jan 19, 2014.

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  1. kevfla

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    #1 kevfla, Jan 19, 2014
    While watching the AFC Championship game, I started switching between the cable signal (BrightHouse) and a small indoor HD antenna. Am I crazy for thinking the antenna signal is a tad sharper and has better color saturation? I'm watching a LG 1080 plasma. While on antenna, there was a camera shot of Brady looking over his shoulder (@ 3:41 in the 2nd, I think) when the stitching around Brady's numbers was very distinct.

    Is there less signal compression using an antenna?
     
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    #2 Fast_ian, Jan 19, 2014
    I could be wrong, but I believe the OTA signal isn't compressed. Hence yeah, you could very well be correct it's a better feed.

    Mind me asking what antenna you're using? I **** canned my cable, but reckon the little I want is available OTA or via the Apple TV. Amplified? (The little research I've done suggests there's *lots* of variables as to what works? )

    Cheers,
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    #3 photonut, Mar 12, 2014
    i just installed a $40.00 "roof" antenna inside my attic.
    my home is a ranch (i.e. not a very high mount) and i am surprised as to how clear the reception is.
    i live in the metropolitan detroit area and can pick up 40 stations with the antenna.
     
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    #4 Smiles, Mar 12, 2014
    That's cool, Joel.

    Does it simply plug into the ANT input?

    Matt
     
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    #5 photonut, Mar 12, 2014
    yep.
     
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    #6 photonut, Mar 12, 2014
    i have an "inline" amplifier on the co-ax antenna cable.
    the signal is split to 5 tv's.
     

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