How to get the best reception with an hdtv antenna?

Question

i am trying to et the best reception with my hdtv antenna i need some tips like where to point it and how far to put the ears. the antenna is digital

Answer 1

It seems that you are a bit confused, antennas are not "digital" any old antenna can receive a digital signal, it's simply encoded on a different frequency than an analog signal but is still well within the range of a traditional antenna's receiving ability.

There are about a bazillion factors affecting HDTV reception, mostly dealing with signal reflections. Most "HD" antennas are directional, this is a good thing as it minimizes reflections from within your building. However if the broadcast towers in your area are in different directions then you will not be able to receive signals from both towers at the same time with a directional antenna. The best choice depends on how far the broadcast towers are from your location, their direction and what type of building you live in. If you live in an apartment building, you likely cannot mount a large, outdoor antenna on the roof of your building, though this would give you the best reception.

Small indoor antennas can work so long as you live near the broadcast tower. Check out antennaweb.org for tons more info and a guide for choosing the best antenna for you. You can enter your address and the website will show you what kind of antenna is best.