TOP 17 best antennas for TV

DVB-T2 or an antenna for receiving a digital signal for watching TV will be the focus of our attention. To this day, the best antenna is the one on the roof of your house, but technology has moved far forward, making it possible to install signal receivers indoors. The best choice for a country house or cottage would be a satellite dish or a giant antenna with many receiving elements.

In general, the antennas we are considering are designed primarily to receive signals from decimeter waves, that is, from 400 to 800 MHz. They were sold before, but their setup and design were associated with imperfect technology and a number of installation problems. Modern communication quality has lowered the requirements for receiving elements. We have selected for you the top 10 best indoor antennas for connecting and watching quality TV.

The best satellite dishes

MULTI Toroidal

The MULTI Toroidal line is deservedly popular among fans of satellite TV. For example, the popular T100 model is capable of being configured to work with several operators at once, maintaining simultaneous communication with 16 different satellites. The dish consists of two reflectors, small and large, complemented by a 40 dB amplifier. The product is made of durable galvanized steel and comes with a wall bracket and five holders. The antenna can withstand a serious operating temperature range, functioning without problems in frosts of -30 and heat of +50 degrees.

Advantages:

• simultaneous work with a large number of satellites from different operators;
• reliable holders and bracket;
• satellite signal amplification of 40 dB;
• practically insensitive to temperature fluctuations.

Flaws:

• high price.

Triax TD-064

The powerful satellite device is available in several color options: standard white, spectacular red and noble black, which allows you to choose a model that will not stand out too much against the background of the facade of the house. The quality from the Danish manufacturer is felt in everything: the filigree of the assembly, the reliability of the materials, the special processing of the metal used, wind resistance, and the ability to receive a TV signal. The device made of galvanized steel will last for many years, delighting you with an excellent image. The modification is suitable for connecting to Tricolor TV, MTS, NTV+ operators.

Advantages:

• resistance to aggressive external environment;
• withstands wind speeds up to 42 m/s;
• rich color palette;
• reliability;
• strength;
• filigree assembly;
• price affordable for most consumers.

Flaws:

• No.

NTV+

It is most profitable to purchase dishes for NTV-Plus in ready-made kits for setting up home satellite television. In addition to a high-quality antenna, the user also receives a powerful receiver, a card, a wall support and the necessary cable length for the full deployment of a satellite television reception system. After installation, you have access to channels from the paid package, which are broadcast with unchanged quality. Depending on the place of purchase and other nuances, the price of a satellite television set can range from 6 to 7 thousand rubles.

The contents of the sets may differ in both content and price. The flexible composition of the offer from the operator allows you to choose a set exclusively for your own needs. Many items necessary for individual setup of satellite television broadcasting can be purchased separately at a favorable price.

Advantages:

• quick setup;
• quality of the output image;
• stability of work;
• acceptable level of assembly;
• abundance of interesting TV channels;
• good coverage;
• the ability to connect satellite TV on a turnkey basis;
• convenient change of package;
• The complete package includes an HDMI cable, the necessary batteries, and fasteners.

Flaws:

• work only with a specific operator.

Tricolor TV

Like the offer from NTV+, Tricolor TV dishes can be purchased complete with a satellite converter, the necessary brackets and screws. Separate sets also include receivers. The package includes complete independent setup of home TV, which works thanks to signal transmission from geostationary satellites.

Advantages:

• elementary assembly;
• complete set for installation;
• excellent signal reception in the outback of the country;
• quality of the broadcast picture;
• price;
• decent coverage;
• complete set for setting up satellite TV;
• popular channels in the package.

Flaws:

• slight tilt adjustment of the plate;
• single operator support.

Orion Express

Orion Express completely covers the territory of the country and is a popular operator not only in Russia, but also in European countries. Broadcasting is carried out from the Express-AM5, Horizons-2 and the latest NASA satellite Intelsat-15. In addition to universal packages for the whole family, available throughout the Russian Federation, there are separate offers for residents of Siberia and the Far East (“Orient Express” plan). The dishes recommended by the satellite television operator must have a diameter of at least 80-90 cm. The connection remains stable under any conditions: most users are satisfied with the service provided, the list of available channels and their content.

Advantages:

• packages that meet the needs of a wide variety of users;
• acceptable prices;
• interesting content of TV channels;
• full signal coverage of even the most remote regions;
• uninterrupted broadcasting;
• separate conditions for television channels that decide to cooperate with the operator.

Flaws:

• There are certain requirements for equipment receiving satellite signals.

Digital broadcasting

Digital broadcasting can be satellite, terrestrial, or cable. Today the second type of television is being addressed. Satellite signals are received by parabolic and toroidal antennas.

Nominal broadcast frequencies are prescribed by GOST 7845-92. According to the manuscript, 5 bands are allocated for digital television. They fall within the range 48 – 790 MHz. This span corresponds to sixty channels. Antennas for digital terrestrial television can cover this list 100% or catch one broadcast, VHF or UHF.

The standard clearly specifies the carrier frequencies for picture and sound. Polarization in digital television antennas is horizontal, but the standard also regulates the use of vertical polarization. But in any case linear. The image carrier is modulated in amplitude, and the sound carrier is modulated in frequency. In this, digital television is not far removed from analogue. The lower sideband is suppressed to save power and reduce the bandwidth of the transmitter and receiver paths.

For device connections, it is recommended to use a 75 Ohm coaxial cable. Accordingly, both the input and output resistances of the devices are close to this value.