How do I know if my TV Aerial is Working?

Testing to see if a TV Aerial is Working If you are unsure if the TV Aerial is working ok, say you have just moved into a new property, here are some things you can do without calling out an Engineer. Firstly, plug in the coaxial cable to the input at the back of the...
How can I boost my antenna signal?

How can I boost my antenna signal?

Firstly, should you ‘boost’ your antenna signal? Sometimes I get calls from customers saying, ‘How can I boost my signal?’ My answer is always a question. Is that the right solution to your problem? Will ‘boosting a signal’ solve the problem the customer is...
Indoor Loft Aerials vs Outdoor Aerials

Indoor Loft Aerials vs Outdoor Aerials

There are several situations where the pros and cons set forth by an indoor aerial greatly outweigh those of an outdoor aerial, and vice versa. In either case, outdoor and indoor TV aerials may provide benefits that are equal to one another, depending on the location...
How Long Does the Average TV Aerial Last?

How Long Does the Average TV Aerial Last?

If you’ve recently had a TV aerial installed or are considering getting one soon, you might be curious to know just how long you can expect that aerial to last. Of course, as with most questions related to a product’s lifespan, there’s no simple...
Keeping Birds Off Your Aerial

Keeping Birds Off Your Aerial

There’s nothing wrong with the occasional visit from the local wildlife, but birds and aerials are not my favourite combination. In fact, there’s been a number of cases where I’ve actually had to abandon an installation because some birds had nested nearby and were...
Freesat Wideband Systems: What You Need to Know

Freesat Wideband Systems: What You Need to Know

At long last, the new generation of Freesat boxes have arrived. Not only are these beauties 4K compatible, but companies are promoting them as being able to record up to four satellite channels at once. Of course, this is a major improvement over previous models,...
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