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Old 12-Feb-2012, 3:26 AM   #2
MisterMe
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: USA Gulf South
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Probably. Antennas receive electromagnetic signals. The fact that HDTV programming is being transmitted notwithstanding. If your antenna received VHF and UHF channels prior to the digital transition, then I fully expect it to receive your digital channels. If you want to bring an old antenna out of retirement, then you may need to ensure that your antenna, cables, and fittings do not suffer continuity problems.

Advice: Your question is much too general. An affirmative answer to everything does not mean that you will receive a single digital broadcast. Do this:
  • Create a TV Fool Radar plot using your exact address and the height of your antenna. The height should be at least 20 ft. Post a link to it.
  • How many TVs do you expect to connect to this antenna?
  • Are there trees or other obstructions between the antenna and the broadcast towers that you want to receive?
  • If you intend to use your old antenna, then you should state the type of antenna that you have. If you don't know, then state which of these Channel Master antennas that is most similar to it.
  • What is the current condition of the antenna? It is mounted or is it in storage? Is it in excellent mechanical condition or does it have bent or broken elements, rusty rivets, etc. What is the state of its cabling, connectors, balun, splitters, etc.
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