I tried my converter box, it didn't work. No signal. TV with no cable and has bunny ears. why?

Question

I get the picture and change to English and Eastern time but then I try to find stations and it says "no signal." What am I doing wrong? Help anyone.

Answer 1

>but then I try to find stations and it says "no signal

1.

All of the converter boxes have a channel scan feature as part of their set up. If you haven't done this already, go into the converter's menu and have it scan for channels.

2.

If you are using the composite video output, double check that your antenna is connected to the converter's antenna input and not the output.

3.

If you are in a remote area that gets signals through translators, there might not be any digital signals to receive.

Or the converter might just be defective.

If one of the first  three isn't the problem, I suggest you  add the model of your converter and your zip code to your question along with a description of how good your analog reception is.

Answer 2

If your signal was snowy and weak with the bunny ears before using the converter box and even if it was not you may need a new antenna.  Digital signals do require more gain from the antenna to do the job (more costly antenna with an amplifier built in that runs on electricity from your wall outlet).  And digital signals require the antenna to be aimed correctly to work.  

For help in selecting and aiming an antenna for your home see this web site run by the Consumer Electronics Association and the National Association of Broadcasters:

http://www.antennaweb.org

By clicking on Choose An Antenna at that web site you will find out which digital stations broadcast in your area and how far away they are from your home.  This will help you select an antenna that works to bring in the digital signals.

Answer 3

Is the antenna connected to the input of the converter box?  There should be a s***w on connector on the back, the antenna connects there.

If you have the antenna connected properly, have set the conveter to scan for channels, and you were able to watch TV with the rabbit ears before you got the box, the box may be defective.

Answer 4

Some cities started broadcasting already. Find out is you getting Digital Signal thru your local station.