Aerial Installation- The First Step to Great TV

| Saturday, April 16, 2011
By James Sollis


As there are plenty of options surrounding aerial installation, you have to decide the best type of aerial for your needs or usage. Certain types are capable of obtaining signals over a broader area, and others are specifically designed for signals in the local area. If you can understand the differences between the two, this will help you to select the right solution for your requirements.

The Yagi aerial is a commonly used standard type. This particular TV aerial is mounted to a pole which consists of a reflector and a rod. The connection cable that runs to the element next to the reflector is referred to as the "driver". These aerials are commonly used to capture signals sent by a transmitter to the direction where the rod is pointing. One disadvantage to this type of antenna installation is that it only receives some, not all, transmissions.

The Digital High Gain is an aerial for areas that don't have very good quality digital reception. This installation requires two reflectors at the back. They may need as many as 100 elements. It can be a little on the expensive side, but may be the only option in areas where it is difficult to get good reception.

The best kind of aerial for analogue signals is the Loft Mounted installation however it is not generally used to receive free-view signals. It may be that your plumbing vents and roof tiles can affect the quality of your signal. A satellite grade cable can help you to receive a signal if it is connecting your box to your aerial installation.

The most important aspect of antenna installation is to select the correct type and most aerial installers can advise you which one you will require. Some antennas work best in certain locations, while others do not. This is the main consideration with any antenna installation.




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