- Optimized to receive all HDTV channels (2 to 69) for free local high-definition entertainment when used with a compatible TV or TV/receiver
- Great for apartments or condos, where roof access is limited
- Small footprint occupies little space; high gain lets you pick up more stations
- Highly directional UHF elements eliminate unwanted reflected signals that interfere with reception
- Measures 13.5 x 42 x 16.5 inches (W x H x D) with dipoles extended
Product Description
The age of digital TV is here. It’s no longer a dream of the future. With it, over time, more TV stations will be broadcasting HDTV signals. If you want excellent over-the-air television reception, this TERK HD-TVi Indoor HDTV Antenna is the accessory you need now.TERK HD-TVi — The acknowledged leader in antenna technology has just introduced their first-ever Indoor HDTV Antenna. The high performance HDTVi is the only indoor antenna that receives both UHF and VHF signals (channels 2 – 69), providing reception of all local HDTV broadcasts.Amazon.com Product Description
With over 1,000 stations in more than 200 markets broadcasting digital television as of, 9 out of 10 households can now receive free high-definition (HDTV) signals when using the right antenna in conjunction with an integrated HDTV (or with a set-top box and an HD-ready television). Most antennas are large and unwieldy and need to be mounted outdoors or in a cramped attic. This is not an option if you live in an apartment or condo, or if you don’t want the hassle of installing an antenna yourself. The solution? A quality indoor antenna that can pick up all local HDTV channels; one that will look great next to your television, and one that is easy to install: Terk’s HDTVi indoor antenna.
At the time of its release, the HDTVi was (and may yet be) the only indoor HDTV antenna optimized for both UHF and VHF reception, channels 2 to 69. The HDTVi elegantly solves the aesthetic challenge of integrating a log-periodic-type element assembly in an indoor antenna. It’s tuned for optimum HDTV reception with a unique design that uses log-periodic elements and dipoles for receiving both UHF and VHF HDTV broadcasts, bringing you more stations than lesser antennas.
You can easily route the antenna’s output cable in 2 directions (front or back) for flexible cable management, and the antenna connects easily to your set-top box or television (integrated HDTV–with built-in ATSC tuner–required for direct connection).
Its high gain picks up distant stations and its high back-to-front ratio rejects unwanted signals. You can mount the UHF antenna element vertically or horizontally, as experience dictates.
What’s in the Box
Antenna with integrated 75-ohm cable, instruction manual, and warranty information.
Terk Technology HDTVi VHF/UHF HDTV Indoor Antenna
SUCKS!!! DO NOT BUY IT!!! HD? Why dun you get yourself a cable!!! Bad Reception. . . It doesn’t stand. . . once you extend the antenna, it loses its balance, and tips over. . . this sucks. . . I threw it away. . . looking for something besides this. . . This is made in China so it’s very crap!!! DO NOT WASTE MONEY!!!
Rating: 1 / 5
They should put disclaimer on the description that you need a HD receiver to use this Antennae. Most HD TV’s do not have a HD receiver and it costs like $150 to purchase.
Rating: 3 / 5
Was really excited at this being better than the Zenith Silver Sensor. Don’t let the same design fool you. The “wand” part was very ill fitting and felt like it didn’t “connect”. I think that was part of the problem.
Sideways, up ways, or slant ways, this doesn’t hold a candle to the Silver Sensor. Even the strong stations had diminished signal strength in comparison. It’s looks nicer. That’s it.
As I understand, this has been discontinued. Sad though, with the dipole VHF antenna combo, it was promising. But this thing is a broken promise.
Is an inferior HD antenna, and that is the main reason I bought it. Though I read a report it is just fine for regular TV transmission.
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Rating: 1 / 5
This antenna did not work satisfactory. I purchased item from Amazon but it actually came from Ritz. com I tried to return item to Ritz Camera as dircted by Ritz. com customer service and Ritz Camera local store manager refused. So I am out the money and left with an item that I do not want. This is bad customer service. From now on, if I order from Amazon, it will be books and CD’s only.
Rating: 1 / 5
This digital TV conversion is the biggest blunder the American Government has ever allowed American Corporations to perpetrate on the American Public. I grew up messing around with antennas, moving them around trying to get a signal, etc. At least with analog TV a signal could ’sort of’ come in with snow on the screen leaving you to decide whether or not you wanted to bother messing with the antenna. My cousin lives on a hilltop in Cincinnati – a seemingly perfect perch for reception – and he gets 3 channels normally with this thing – sometimes more depending on which way the wind blows I guess. Most of the other channels just show a pretty blue screen. He’s tried many other options for over the air digital TV and they are all the same. Needless to say he has renewed his cable subscription. This is such a huge step backward in terms of technology. Don’t do it. If you have cable, pay the bucks and just keep it. If you can’t get cable and can afford a dish, do that. Use this over the air stuff only as a last resort and even then don’t expect much. Messing around with this if you don’t have to is a total waste of your time. You’ve been warned.
Rating: 1 / 5