Product Description

Thomson provides a wide range of video technologies, products and services to consumers and professionals in the entertainment and media industries. Offering an array of state-of-the-art digital products and services, Thomson adds value to hundreds of millions of consumers around the world every year.PRODUCT FEATURES:Adjustable/retractable VHF dipoles extend up to 39" to improve reception of channels 2-13;UHF loop for improved reception of channels 14-69;Adjustable gain control (up to 45dB gain) for best signal reception;Low-noise amplifier for best signal;HDTV compatible;6' 75-Ohm coaxial hook-up cable with "F" connector included for easy hook-up;LED power-on indicator;Off-air reception of local channels - analog or digital;No-scuff pads protect cabinet/TV top.

Product Details

• Brand: RCA
• Model: ANT525
• Dimensions: 3.00" h x 13.00" w x 9.00" l, 3.50 pounds

Features

• HDTV Compatible with power-on indicator
• Adjustable/retractable VHF dipoles extend up to 39" to improve reception of channels 2-13
• UHF loop for improved reception of channels 14-69
• Adjustable gain control
• Off air reception of local channels

Customer Reviews

This IS the OTA antenna to buy
The ANT525 is the perfect OTA antenna for me. I had tried 3 others amplified antennas, including the highly rated Terk HDTVa, prior to buying this one and the ANT525 worked the best. I placed each antenna in the same location and the ANT525 increased my signal strength by 10-15 points over the other antennas. The ANT525 is very solid and stable. I'm using antenna for UHF only so I removed the VHF dipoles which really increased the aesthetics of the antenna.

I highly recommend the ANT525. I wish I would've started with this one and I would've saved a lot of time returning inferior antennas.

Received All the Stations I Need
I have recently bought a new HDTV and, at a cable subscription cost of $60 per month just for the "extended" basic with no box, I wanted to see if I could get enough channels in over the air to satisfy me. I live halfway between Milwaukee and Chicago. I tried this RCA Indoor Amplified Antenna and received over 40 channels from the combined Milwaukee/Chicago area. With the exception of CBS that I get only from Milwaukee, I can get all the major networks and most local channels from both areas. My biggest concern was receiving PBS, but I receive that from both areas as well. I also tried the GE 24775 Quantum Indoor HDTV Antenna, as I really liked that design esthetically, but I received no Milwaukee channels with that antenna, which meant no CBS. So, that one had to go back.

Yes, you do have to play with this antenna a little, but no more than any other indoor antenna. The cord length was no problem for me as it fits on top of my TV (60 inch DLP). I am very satisfied with it, and will now save $700 a year in cable costs, which will pay for my TV in two years. I never would have considered this prior to my HD TV as channels would tend to come in snowy, but the new technology is great! My HDTV channels come in clearer over the air than over cable! (I suppose I could buy the digital box and the HDTV package, but then my bill would jump to somewhere between $80 and $100 per month)

Excellent value for the money
It's difficult to write an objective review on an HDTV antenna because reception will depend on your location. However, I live in a house on the outskirts of town and I am able to receive all of the local network affiliates (ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CW, PBS) with this antenna. It even picks up a weak signal from a FOX affiliate over 50 miles away!

I also tried the Terk HDTVa Indoor Amplified High-Definition Antenna for Off-Air HDTV Reception but found that it didn't perform as well as the RCA. It also took up more room, wasn't as stable (it was prone to tipping over) and was more expensive than the RCA.