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> OVER-THE-AIR TV FACTS

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What is OTA? Over-the-air is the way TV was broadcast before cable. Since the 1950s, broadcaste­rs have sent signals over the air, which are picked up by antennas. Is it legal? Absolutely. It’s as legal as listening to a radio station in your car or at home. Is it expensive? No. All you need is an antenna and coaxial cable. Older TVs may require a device to convert the high-definition signal. Newer TVs can receive it directly. Do you get a good picture? It may be better than cable because the signal is not being compressed for distributi­on through the cable pipe. Where can I learn more? Digitalhom­e .ca has a good forum. Search the phrase “install HD antenna” online.

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