Product Description

The DB4 has become our most popular model because it is simply the best Mid Range HDTV antenna on the market. With an approximate 13.7 dB gain, it is one of the strongest multi-directional antennas available and performs consistently across the entire UHF spectrum. It even works well in areas where HD transmitters are in multiple directions. The bow tie design of the DB4 uses triangular elements instead of rods to greatly increase the bandwidth allowing it to cover the entire UHF band. Additionally, the mesh reflector of the bowtie is more efficient than a rod reflector, is lower in weight, and provides less wind resistance for greater performance and durability. If you are looking for an antenna that is practically guaranteed to perform, the DB4 is one of your safest choices. It will pull in all UHF frequencies and most higher level VHF frequencies with a range of about 55 miles.

Product Details

• Size: n/a
• Color: Chrome
• Brand: Antennas Direct
• Model: DB4
• Dimensions: 12.00" h x 19.00" w x 4.00" l, 7.00 pounds

Features

• Manufacturer Part Number: DB4
• Multi Directional HDTV Antenna

Customer Reviews

Works in basement
I know this is an outside or attic antenna, but I am using it in the basement. We live 25 miles from the TV antennas. I am very pleased with reception that I am receiving in the basement going through ceiling tile, plywood floor, carpet, 3 drywall walls/ceiling, and roofing material. With amplified rabbit ears we have never had watchable analog reception in the basement. I now have 9 stations in digital quality (ABC, NBCx2, PBSx4, local, and FOX. The CBS affiliate does not show up unless I maneuver the antenna just for that station. There are two other digital stations that are not network affiliated that do not show up in the basement, but did show up when on the first floor. I am using the Zenith 901 digital converter. From a few test that I did, I am certain that if I would place the antenna outside or in the attic, I would get every available station with very good strength within 40 miles.

Best I've seen so far
This picks up HD better than the 2 other indoor antennas I have tried. Even when connected indoors and held above my head, most channels were getting 95% whereas my previous indoor antenna I've used for 2 years usually got 78% at best. I did install this on the roof and am using a diplexer to share the line with my satellite feed, and am also using a splitter to send the HD signal to 2 different TVs. With all these connections, I am getting 78% signal again, but it is much more consistent (doesn't drop in and out) than my indoor antenna. For the most part I haven't had any problems getting reception so far (I'm about 40 miles from the towers). NBC is my biggest problem, but I may get a pre-amp to help the signal further.
By the way, my box was missing some mounting hardware. I called Antenna's Direct and they promptly sent me the hardware via UPS without having to verify my purchase from Amazon, which I appreciated.

Worked for me
Live in Suburbs of Chicago - 33 miles from tower. Antenna is in my garage attic (not my 2-story house attic). Great digital reception. Could not be happier. Compact size is easy to install. Note: Channel 2 analog is fuzzy but this won't be a problem after switch to digital in Feb 2009 as WBBM will be in high VHF range. This is UHF antenna but still works great for high VHF range which is all you need (+ UHF) post transition in the Chicago area.