Question & Answers
- Is digital over-the-air signals different from analog over-the-air signals?
Digital signals are different from regular analog TV signals. They require precise directional reception to give you consistent performance. This means your antenna needs to be aimed in exactly the rightdirection to give you uninterrupted, crystal clear digital picture and sound.
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Will I need a special antenna to receive digital TV over-the-air?
Over-the-air reception for digital TV will still require an antenna.
RCA's unique and patented digital antenna designs eliminate the guesswork in digital reception,finding and delivering great digital picture and sound without the hassle of manual adjustments.
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What if I want to get HDTV reception over-the-air? Possible?
Yes, High Definition (HD) signal is broadcasted on the same UHF and VHF frequencies as analog TV.
You can use an antenna to receive your HDTV over-the-air programs.
- The super sharp HDTV reception will offer you:
- More free channels than ever
- Electronic program guides
- Improved picture quality and clearer sound
- Enhanced services such as close captioning
- Access to more local news and weather channels
Just remember, for true HDTV viewing you will need an HDTV enabled TV set.
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Cable broadcast provides the best HDTV picture - Right?
Cable companies are squeezing more & more HD channels into limited bandwidth.
And many consumers who have invested in LCD, plasma, and projector type TVs are beginning to see that they're not getting the HDTV quality cable reception they have paid for. The problem lies with increased signal compression being used to squeeze three digital HD signals into the bandwidth of one analog station. Connect a RCA digital antenna and you can immediately start enjoying local channels in their full HD uncompressed brilliance.
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- Does this mean every TV that I have will not work?
Any household TVs that receives a cable or satellite signal should not see any dramatic changes with the switchover.
However, households that have a main TV or secondary TVs not connected to these sources could potentially not work due to not having a digital tuner or converter box. This could include second TVs in bedrooms, basements, garages etc.
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