How to strengthen an antenna for a TV

Watching TV after a busy day is one way to relax. To watch TV at home, use a television or satellite antenna as a receiving device. Both types differ, so a regular antenna allows you to view up to 20 terrestrial TV channels, and a satellite antenna allows you to view much more. But it is much more unpleasant when there is interference with the image or even broadcasting. The problem is not always the TV; often the problem arises due to a weak signal.

The principle of operation of a TV antenna

Intermittent broadcasting distorts the picture and sound, but the problem is not always on the side of the television tower. The problem most often lies in the receiving device. You can try to amplify a weak signal to avoid noise and interference during viewing. Let's consider both types:

1. Satellite dish - the gain depends on how wide the dish is in diameter. There are several varieties, all of them outdoor.
2. Television can be indoor or outdoor (these are installed on the roofs of houses).

The quality of the signal in the second case depends on the proximity of the broadcast tower, the design and the presence of an amplifier. In other words, the antenna receives it, converts it through the receiver, and the image appears on the TV screen.

IMPORTANT! The quality of the signal does not depend on the type of television cable (if it is damaged, there will be no sound or picture at all). Therefore, if you have problems with broadcast reception, you should check the antenna.

Is it possible to boost the TV antenna signal?

You can further strengthen the signal by simply moving the device to another location - closer to the location of the tower. As a rule, it can be seen from afar by the red lights. If this does not help, it is recommended to purchase and install an additional amplifier.

IMPORTANT! It is safe to repair or improve a television antenna; it does not conduct electricity. However, you should take care of safety if it is located at a height - the roof or wall of the house.

The image quality is sometimes disrupted by interference that looks like snow—white, bright dots. If such a problem occurs, then it is definitely the noise of the television amplifier. It is necessary to change the orientation by turning towards the tower or even increase the height of its installation.

If the interference looks like stripes, constant freezing or shaking of the picture, then the TV is susceptible to interference. For example, this happens if there is a mobile phone nearby or another household appliance. But if home equipment can be turned off or moved, then the problem with external sources (radio signal, trains, cell towers, etc.) simply cannot be solved. It is recommended to change the antenna to one with a narrow directivity and high sensitivity specifically to the broadcast signal.

ADVICE! An easy way is to reduce the length of the television cable. In rare cases, this improves the signal.

How to strengthen a TV antenna yourself

There are three simple ways to boost your signal yourself.They do not require large expenses or specialized knowledge:

1. Use an amplifier - you can purchase it in a store and install it yourself.
2. Use connected devices - they will give the best signal. It is best to place them as high as possible.
3. Expand reception coverage - as with a plate, diameter matters. You can supplement a conventional antenna with thin wire, making a housing around it with segments similar to the type of rays.

The antenna can simply be moved by finding the optimal place to receive the signal. Such amplification methods are universal and, quite likely, they will be enough to improve the picture on the TV screen.