DirecTV - Analog TV
To receive your free local channels, you will need a digital converter box and an antenna with coaxial cable.
- Antenna & converter box diagram
- If you choose an indoor antenna, place it as high off the ground as possible and near a window or outside wall. If you have an antenna with “rabbit ears”, the “ears” should be extended about 18 inches. Position them so that the transmitter site would be between the “ears,” like the illustration:
Click here for a map of transmitter sites to find the one nearest you.
Keep in mind that the signal diminishes with distance from the transmitter site, or if there are physical obstacles such as mountains and buildings between you and the transmitter site. If the signal is too weak for your indoor antenna, you many need a rooftop antenna, which can be purchased for a little as $20.
Click here for antenna pricing and installation information
- If you choose a rooftop or attic antenna, the point the narrow part of the antenna toward the transmitter site, like the illustration:
- Connect the antenna cable to the antenna input on your converter box. Connect the converter box to the tv set. Then, using your television remote, switch from your DirecTV input to the antenna input. Use the converter box remote to scan for channels. 24/7 will appear on channel 7.2.
- You can also use a piece of DirecTV equipment called the AM21. To get the AM21, call DirecTV to ask for it, or call Wireguys at 887-2288. You can also buy online from Amazon.com. Attach the antenna cable to the AM21, then attach the cable from the AM21 to your DirecTV set top box.
Still have questions? Call Wireguys. (208) 887-2288
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