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Reviewed on 2008-07-15

A solid option for suburban digital viewing
Because of costs and the fact that we don't watch much TV, our family recently decided to jettison satellite and go back to the venerable over-the-air broadcasts. I have a standard definition TV, so in anticipation of the change to DTV, I purchased this antenna alongside a digital converter box.

I decided to take a chance on this little unit because it was the least expensive out there, figuring it was worth a risk before I started sinking more money. As it turns out, the RCA antenna works great -- we have about 11 digital channels in our area and this device brings in all of them, even with the antennas fully retracted. What's more, the picture is fantastic (satellite-quality) and our digital tuner reports that the signal strength is quite strong. I had to do very little manual adjusting to make it work.

Now, a disclaimer -- we live about 15 miles from a mid-sized city, so our location is pretty close. That said, I'm glad I took my chances with this little item before I started soaking my money in more sophisticated models.

UPDATE: I've experimented with several other models, including mid-range ($30-40) amplified antennas. To date, none of them have outperformed this little antenna, and most of the time their signals are inferior. The ANT111 has earned it's keep.

Reviewed on 2008-05-19

Excellent antenna for digital TV & HDTV reception
After trying multiple antennas, all of which were more expensive than this one, I am happily using this basic antenna. Receives excellent HDTV reception within 20 miles of TV towers. HD picture quality is noticeably better than HD picture provided via HD cable, which I would not have believed without seeing. Like any antenna, reception is sensitive to aiming. I followed recommendations from antennaweb.org to properly aim it.

Reviewed on 2008-04-26

The little antenna that could
Amazingly, like something out of "Being John Malkovich" or some other absurd comedy, these little rabbit ears -- yes, rabbit ears of all things -- enable reception of stunning, crystal clear, beautiful HD broadcasts that put even my Blu-ray player to shame.

Yes, you need an HD television to enjoy this aspect of the antenna. Otherwise you'll only get the often spotty standard-def signals. If you still have an SD set then this may not be the best thing going.

However, if you do have HD -- wow! I got this antenna for $9 at a brick and mortar store and still can't believe my good luck.

Okay, there *are* some minor quibbles:
First, the cord isn't that long, so you're limited in how far you can move the device away from the tv. Second, the antenna isn't very pretty. Third, occasionally the picture can break up depending on weather conditions.

But, for pure bang-for-the-buck, you just can't go wrong.

I live in a suburb of Atlanta, a bit removed from the major stations in a hilly area, but my HD reception is completely superb. The standard-def reception is another story (mucho snow), but I sure didn't get these babies for SD!

Amaze yourself and your friends with these rabbit ears. You won't be sorry.

Reviewed on 2008-04-23

basic HDTV antenna - mixed review
After reading all the hype around this cheap-o HDTV antenna, I decided to risk losing my hard earned $10. After setting up my HDTV, I connected the RCA rabbit ears to the back panel. I did a channel search, and was surprised to find that I received 50 channels in the SF Bay Area. When I put the batteries in the remote and did a little channel surfing, I was a little disappointed in the results. Yes, the flimsy RCA antenna did manage to lock in 50 channels- but the quality was very poor. Blocky pixilated images, freezing, and drop outs in the sound. I adjusted a few controls on my TV - noise reduction to max, and a few other minor tweaks. I was getting good, strong signals- but there was a catch.

Certain channels only came in if I adjusted the poles a certain way- one straight up, one bent all the way down. Also, the direction I had it pointed in really changed how strong the signal came in. At one point, I had it sitting on my sofa to get a certain channel to come in. I finally thought I had it "dialed in" - that is, getting every channel with acceptable results. I was a little shocked that the next day, I had to re-adjust again.

I find it a little irritating to have to get up off the sofa and adjust the rabbit ears depending on which channel I want to watch. I've ordered an amplified Phillips unit- I hope to get better results... at the very least I hope to end the constant "re-aiming" of the antenna.

I recommend trying this RCA antenna out- it's only $10, and depending on your location, you may get good enough results. It beats paying Comcast $50 a month...

*****update*****

I hooked up my new Phillips HP amplified HDTV antenna - it blows the little RCA away in all aspects... well worth the extra $25.

Reviewed on 2008-02-25

Great picture - great price
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Basic Indoor Antenna

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