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Originally Posted by us.littlefairy
I bought a converter box and I can't get any channels. It says no signal. I can pick up local channels without the box crystal clear. I know some the the stations in my area are already broadcasting in digital. So what's wrong? I've turned the antenna, reset the box, and checked the make sure it was hooked up right. I have a great outside antenna ,so I went online and found out what type of antenna I'm supposed to use and I'm using the right kind of antenna. Can anyone tell me how to fix my problem and what's wrong. I don't understand how I can pick up channels without the box perfectly and not any channels with the box. I know that digital works different and that you ether get it or you don't. There's not any in between with static. Please help me!!!!
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You may want to think about amplification by adding an amplifier to your setup. You can probably find one at your local Radio Shack or Fry's Electronics (make sure you choose a store with a good return policy in case it doesn't work). You'll want to check and make sure that the amplifer has surge and lightning protection features with it.
To avoid amplification of noise or interference, you'll want to locate the amplifer as close to the antenna as possible. I know that's not always possible or practical, but it can make the difference of receiving a clear picture or pixelation on some channels.
It sounds like both TVs utilize the same antenna?
Another option may be to purchase a smaller powered (amplified) antenna from a store (with a good return policy!). I've seen some people have success by switching from an outdoor antenna to an indoor powered antenna.
I see your second post where you've described doing a channel scan after hooking up the antenna, so it looks like you've got everything (TV and converter box) connected correctly.