Boat TV Aerials

[dash300]

Now we have gone digital in our region,what are your views on
the best TV aerials for the varied signal strength in the Thames valley.
I have a selection acrued over the years but your thoughts would be valued.
I accept the kids have now long since gone but the TV is still of of value as the world is changing daily and I try to keep up. I have to admit I am a little self conscious when I hoist my aerial lest I be mistaken for a river itinerant !

 

[Wavey]

I've got a Status TV/FM antenna which Brooms seem to fit as standard. Can't fault it.

 

[joejo]

+1 Status. Since the digital switchover the difference is remarkable on Freeview. These are 360 degreee so no turning around to tune in.

 

[No Regrets]

Yep, the old Caravan 'Spaceship' style thing seems to work pretty well in most places...

 

[Deefor]

A lot of good reading here http://www.aerialsandtv.com/touringaerials.html

 

[dash300]

Thats interesting. I have been told the more directional aerials will get the best now with digital reception. I know that the latest Status flying saucer aerials are directional. Will take my aerial selection up river and report back.

 

[Richard10002]

I got a log periodic with a loft kit from:

http://www.aerialsandtv.com/onlineaerials.html

On a canal with a boat where the aerial is easily accessible, directional seemed to be the way to go, and Keep It Simple seemed appropriate. Unless you watch TV on the move, the same might apply to rivers?

 

[boatone]

Previous recent comment on Freeview and aerials HERE

Taken this weekend under the trees at Windsor Leisure Centre - great reception. Pre latest Freeview digital transmissions watching analogue was just impossible.