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Old 7-Jan-2012, 9:34 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by toadkiller View Post
Can I then split the signal with some sort of splitter to go to the different tvs or should i buy one antenna for each tv. I ran across this while looking for the rca, hard to find that 769 model is there another model that works or just any of those rca indoor ones? But I found a Paper Thin Leaf Indoor HDTV Antenna on amazon with a ton of reviews, do these work at all and would it work for me?
I have to agree with both suggestions thus far... An indoor antenna of any sort is not likely going to give you reliable reception. On the up-side, a good indoor antenna can be inexpensive so trying won't be too costly. Here are several options if you're resistant to using an outdoor antenna: http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=2828 (I'd favor the Terk HDTVi, but again, I don't think you'll enjoy reliable reception due to the obstructing terrain, building penetration loss and RFI common to the interior of most homes.

If you opt for an outdoor antenna of sufficient size, the signal can be split. Big box home improvement centers stock splitters. Ex. Leviton 2-way splitter @ Home Depot.

The outdoor antennas suggested thus far are going to give you a far better chance of reliable reception. If you and I lived next door to one another, you'd likely see a very large antenna or two on my roof.
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