Deciding on the type of specific aerial you require is the main consideration for your antenna installation. Certain types of aerials can obtain signals over a wider range than other types that are only designed to capture local signals. Knowing the differences between the two different types of aerials will narrow your antenna installation choices to the best one for your needs.
One standard aerial commonly used is the Yagi aerial. This is a standard TV aerial which is mounted on a pole which is made up of a rod and a reflector. The cable which connects to the element which is near the reflector is known as the “driver”. These types of aerials are best used to receive signals from a transmitter in the direction that the rod is pointed at. The main drawback to this type of aerial installation is that it will receive some, but not all transmission frequencies.
If your area has particularly poor reception, the Digital High Gain aerial is likely your best choice for an antenna installation. This particular aerial has two reflectors at the end and requires up to 100 elements. Sometimes this aerial is the best choice because it is the only option in poor reception areas, although it can be fairly expensive
Loft Mounted antennas are the best type for analogue signals but are not really recommended for receiving Freeview signals. Sometimes the roof tiles or plumbing affect the signal quality. The loss of signal is generally regained by using a satellite grade cable to connect your box to the aerial.
It is crucial to choose the correct aerial when you have aerial installation done for you. Most aerial installers already know a lot about this and will advise you which is best. Although certain aerials work well in some areas, others will not. This is something you need to think about with respect to your aerial installation.
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