Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Boost A Digital Signal

Coaxial cable.


If you receive your television programming through an antenna, you may want to boost your digital signal. Cable and satellite providers work through receiver boxes, so if you subscribe to a cable or satellite service, then there is no need to boost a signal because you are already receiving the stations you are paying for. However, with a digital antenna, you want to increase the signal to obtain the best quality stations possible.


Instructions


1. Obtain a digital antenna that connects to a power source. This power source provides a boost to the signal range your antenna has and increases the clarity of the station.


2. Plug the coaxial cable running from the antenna into the "In" port on the television. Screw the cable on tightly to ensure a secure connection and receipt of the best possible image.


3. Move your antenna away from large metal devices. The metal devices can reflect signals and prevent your antenna from obtaining the best quality image.


4. Avoid using an antenna for a television in a basement. With the television underground, you are going to lose an extreme amount of signal because of the ground and layers of cement around you.


5. Purchase a new coaxial cable if you see any damage in the cable. This can reduce the quality of the digital image. Coaxial cables cost only a few dollars, so it is not a large expense.

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