It's nice to see people catching on to this free dtv, finally. It also sounds like viewers have various hook-ups and that they are figuring out on their own how to set up the free systems. From the beginning, 2/2008, I wanted to spread the word that it makes a huge difference what type of antenna you use.
In other words, if you are going to install an antenna, wouldn't you want the best one that picks up the most channels possible? I got the feeling that people didn't know that there was a vast difference in antennas. In the beginning, and still now, no one is talking about the importance of choosing the proper antenna; or, even that a rotor would also be a plus.
And, how many ran out to buy new tvs with all the hype (advertising) about "HD" and "Digital" tvs? It's all deceptive marketing, advertising ... a scam. I've still got my old tvs, what about you? I'm dirt poor and can't afford to run to the store to buy the lastest products. Anyway, I've noticed "staticMHZ" mentioned TVFOOL ... a word about that - - don't believe a word of it. They told me, to discourage me no doubt, that I'd only get 5 channels if I was lucky. They are bold-faced liars keeping people ignorant.
You call up the company to buy your antenna that you've researched online and then they ask for your zip code. Damn crooks, it ought to be a crime to mislead and intentionally deceive customers. I've sent people to this company and they call me back saying that they told them they won't get many channels. I was furious and angry. So from then on, I tell them to ignore those liars and trust me.
Who are you gonna believe, someone who sells pay-tv systems (in addition to free ota antennas) or me, someone who's been getting well over 20 channels in a market that only 2 fuzzy snow-reception analog channels before the switch to digital? Always consider the source! They are motivated liars and just want to sell you crap you don't need. Man, does that ever piss me off. I've called and screamed at them to no avail. They are effing liars and crooks.
You have to be informed because there are alot of sharks out there trying to capitalize on your ignorance. You have to know what you want before calling or ordering. An amplified antenna with the highest range, wire or coaxial, a rotor (and I'm assuming you know that you need a converter box for your older set). Get your facts and info together beforehand.
Also, this free dtv information is not mainstream knowledge. In other words, it's up to us, the user/viewers, to spread the word. These companies are in business to make money on your ignorance and don't care about giving you the real truth about free dtv. Come on people, don't you know that anyone in business will lie to you? All commercials are lies, when did you stop believing that? What's the goal of an advertisement, commercial, marketing?
Maybe you need to listen to Tom Mabe of "Mabe in America," telemarketing prankster. You can find him on CMT.com and YouTube.com. You'll be reminded of why it's important to think for yourselves. And don't get me started on the cable giant greedy liars who promised commercial-free tv in the beginning to hook us ... whew, what a pack of thieving liars!!!!!!
And yes, I get RTV/RTN/My9 (comcast crooks)/ThisTV (17.1 + 17.2 Philly) and so much more. The thing is, I've maximized the # of channels I can receive by choosing the best amplified roof antenna and mounting it as high as possible to minimize obstructions in the airwaves.
You've got to know certain basic concepts to get the most bang for your buck. Otherwise, you are just floundering and guessing. Having a rotor too, sweetens the deal. Really folks, why pay when it's this good for free ota (over-the-air)?!?!?!?!?!?
In other words, if you are going to install an antenna, wouldn't you want the best one that picks up the most channels possible? I got the feeling that people didn't know that there was a vast difference in antennas. In the beginning, and still now, no one is talking about the importance of choosing the proper antenna; or, even that a rotor would also be a plus.
And, how many ran out to buy new tvs with all the hype (advertising) about "HD" and "Digital" tvs? It's all deceptive marketing, advertising ... a scam. I've still got my old tvs, what about you? I'm dirt poor and can't afford to run to the store to buy the lastest products. Anyway, I've noticed "staticMHZ" mentioned TVFOOL ... a word about that - - don't believe a word of it. They told me, to discourage me no doubt, that I'd only get 5 channels if I was lucky. They are bold-faced liars keeping people ignorant.
You call up the company to buy your antenna that you've researched online and then they ask for your zip code. Damn crooks, it ought to be a crime to mislead and intentionally deceive customers. I've sent people to this company and they call me back saying that they told them they won't get many channels. I was furious and angry. So from then on, I tell them to ignore those liars and trust me.
Who are you gonna believe, someone who sells pay-tv systems (in addition to free ota antennas) or me, someone who's been getting well over 20 channels in a market that only 2 fuzzy snow-reception analog channels before the switch to digital? Always consider the source! They are motivated liars and just want to sell you crap you don't need. Man, does that ever piss me off. I've called and screamed at them to no avail. They are effing liars and crooks.
You have to be informed because there are alot of sharks out there trying to capitalize on your ignorance. You have to know what you want before calling or ordering. An amplified antenna with the highest range, wire or coaxial, a rotor (and I'm assuming you know that you need a converter box for your older set). Get your facts and info together beforehand.
Also, this free dtv information is not mainstream knowledge. In other words, it's up to us, the user/viewers, to spread the word. These companies are in business to make money on your ignorance and don't care about giving you the real truth about free dtv. Come on people, don't you know that anyone in business will lie to you? All commercials are lies, when did you stop believing that? What's the goal of an advertisement, commercial, marketing?
Maybe you need to listen to Tom Mabe of "Mabe in America," telemarketing prankster. You can find him on CMT.com and YouTube.com. You'll be reminded of why it's important to think for yourselves. And don't get me started on the cable giant greedy liars who promised commercial-free tv in the beginning to hook us ... whew, what a pack of thieving liars!!!!!!
And yes, I get RTV/RTN/My9 (comcast crooks)/ThisTV (17.1 + 17.2 Philly) and so much more. The thing is, I've maximized the # of channels I can receive by choosing the best amplified roof antenna and mounting it as high as possible to minimize obstructions in the airwaves.
You've got to know certain basic concepts to get the most bang for your buck. Otherwise, you are just floundering and guessing. Having a rotor too, sweetens the deal. Really folks, why pay when it's this good for free ota (over-the-air)?!?!?!?!?!?
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