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1. www.ifixit.com › News › 32011How to Fix Your Bad TV Reception with a Homemade HDTV Antenna

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   You can run coaxial cable from the antenna to a TV (or two, with a splitter) and watch live HD television. You can get TV on your computer or laptop with a USB tuner. Or you can set up your home network to watch TV on nearly any device, with a network tuner like the HDHomeRun.

2. www.makeuseof.com › tag › build-diy-hdtv-antenna6 Ways to Build Your Own DIY HDTV Antenna for Cheap - MUO

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   • A Homemade TV Antenna From a Paperclip. Amazingly, it's possible to receive pictures over the air with just a paperclip as a DIY TV antenna! This will depend on signal strength, distance to the transmitter, and weather conditions, but.
   • Card and Foil DIY TV Antenna. A slightly more elaborate option, this version of the DIY HDTV antenna should set you back less than $5. With over a million views, we reckon quite a few people are using this DIY TV antenna.
   • "Fractal" Homemade Antenna. A visually stunning antenna for HDTV reception, this DIY build is probably the most aesthetically pleasing version of this project.
   • The Coat Hanger DIY TV Antenna. Finally, here's one of our own HDTV antenna projects. Although bigger and uglier than the other projects, this DIY antenna is also the most durable.

3. www.wikihow.com › Make-a-HDTV-AntennaHow to Make a HDTV Antenna: 8 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

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   Dec 22, 2023 · Using a HDTV (High-Definition Television) antenna, based on the DB4 design, is 1 of the most effective ways to retrieve HDTV signals. Purchasing this type of antenna at a store will cost you at least $40. However, you can build such an antenna yourself at a much lower cost.

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4. www.makeuseof.com › tag › ditch-cable-diy-hdtv-antennaHow to Make a DIY HDTV Antenna and Ditch Cable for Good - MUO

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   • Find Your Local Transmission Tower. Knowing where the nearest TV transmitter is will help you to correctly align your antenna. You have different options for this.
   • Preparing the Wooden Base. Begin by preparing the wooden backing board: Draw a 1-inch gap down the middle. Starting 2 inches from the top, mark a line crossing that gap every 5.25 inches.
   • Cut the Coat Hangers. Next, cut eight lengths from the coat hangers, each 14 inches long. Each wire length must be bent halfway, to create a V shape, the ends which must be three inches apart.
   • Attach the V Wires to the Base. Next, drill eight guide holes for attaching the V wires, using a narrow bit. With the holes drilled, attach the V wires, using the screws and the washers.

5. mikestechblog.com › how-to-build-a-hdtv-antennaHow To Build a HDTV Antenna With These Plans - Mike's Tech ...

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   Build a HDTV antenna and stop paying for cable. This HDTV antenna build gives me a 75 mile range.

6. www.itsoverflowing.com › diy-tv-antenna10 Homemade DIY Tv Antenna Plans (How to Make) - Its Overflowing

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   These 10 homemade DIY tv antenna plans aim to walk you through the steps of how to make your own DIY antenna, helping you to catch free over-the-air television broadcasts without the need for costly subscriptions.

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   Can you build a DIY TV antenna?

   • While the one-off spend might be affordable, a few moments of browsing Amazon proves that only a high-end device is fit for purpose. The alternative, then, is to build a DIY HD antenna using a few shop-bought components. In this demo video you can see a working DIY digital TV antenna constructed with just a few parts.

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   How much does a HDTV antenna cost?

   • Using a HDTV (High-Definition Television) antenna, based on the DB4 design, is 1 of the most effective ways to retrieve HDTV signals. Purchasing this type of antenna at a store will cost you at least $40. However, you can build such an antenna yourself at a much lower cost. The following is a guide on how to make a HDTV antenna.

   How to Make a HDTV Antenna: 8 Steps (with Pictures)

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   How do you make a DIY antenna for HDTV reception?

   • A visually stunning antenna for HDTV reception, this DIY build is probably the most aesthetically pleasing version of this project. It requires: The build requires two printed copies of the template, each glued to a sheet of foil and cut out. In turn these should be glued to each side of the plastic sheet, making sure to line them up.

   6 Ways to Build Your Own DIY HDTV Antenna for Cheap - MUO

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   Are DIY antennas worth it?

   • Cost-Effectiveness: First and foremost, DIY antennas can save you a lot of money. Forget about expensive cable subscriptions or high-priced antennas from the store. Once you build your antenna, you’re set to enjoy free local TV channels without ongoing costs. Educational Value: Tackling a DIY antenna project is a fantastic learning opportunity.

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   What tools do I need to build a HDTV antenna?

   • Make sure you have: A power drill. An electric screwdriver. Wire cutters. Pliers. Ruler or tape measure. Hacksaw or handheld mini rotary tool (e.g. Dremel). As you can see, these are all standard tools that you should have access to already. The HDTV antenna is built from the following components.

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   Do I need a coat hanger for my HDTV antenna?

   • While searching, I found some HDTV antenna builds that used coat hangers. Being 70 miles away from the HDTV stations, I definitely need my HDTV antenna to be outdoors. Coat hangers rust, and end up with bad connections which makes your HDTV antenna useless over time. In this post, I will show you how to build a HDTV antenna.

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8. robots.net › tech › how-to-boost-the-signal-of-a-diyHow To Boost The Signal Of A DIY TV Antenna? | Robots.net

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   Oct 6, 2023 · This information can be found online using websites or apps that provide signal mapping services based on your location. Pointing your antenna towards the tower and adjusting its height can significantly improve your signal reception.