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TorontoGringo · 2008-04-10, 10:50 AM

Hi everyone, I bought an HDTV antenna to receive free over the air HD channels downtown Toronto but it doesnt work well.
I only get one channel (CBC) and it doesnt even come through clearly.

The antenna I bought was a cheapy:

I'm on the 13th floor of a condo building with no balcony surrounded by otheer highrises.
I can see the top of the CN tower from my window, however.

Is there anything I can do to get HD channels by antenna????
Do I need a stronger antenna????

Any help is appreciated

Cyclism · 2008-04-10, 11:23 AM

I suggest you take the time to read the OTA Knowledge Base & FAQ, here:
http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=41102

As well as the recommended antenna chart, here:
http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=37629

And then read through the OTA Reception thread for your area, here:
http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=42391

2008-04-10, 10:50 AM	#1
TorontoGringo Rookie Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 22	HDTV Antenna Downtown Toronto Hi everyone, I bought an HDTV antenna to receive free over the air HD channels downtown Toronto but it doesnt work well. I only get one channel (CBC) and it doesnt even come through clearly. The antenna I bought was a cheapy: I'm on the 13th floor of a condo building with no balcony surrounded by otheer highrises. I can see the top of the CN tower from my window, however. Is there anything I can do to get HD channels by antenna???? Do I need a stronger antenna???? Any help is appreciated Last edited by Cyclism; 2008-04-10 at 11:30 AM. Reason: Removed retail link

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2008-04-10, 11:23 AM	#2
Cyclism Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vancouver - OTA, Pioneer KURO Elite Signature PRO-141FD, 27" iMac, WDTV Live. Posts: 2,779	I suggest you take the time to read the OTA Knowledge Base & FAQ, here: http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=41102 As well as the recommended antenna chart, here: http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=37629 And then read through the OTA Reception thread for your area, here: http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=42391