Antennas Direct UHF 8-Bay Bowtie TV Antenna Extended Range (DB8E)
- Brand: Antennas Direct
- P\N: DB8E
- UPC: 817848011620
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Description
Antennas Direct DB8e 8-Bay Bowtie UHF TV Antenna (DB8E)
Best For
Outdoor or attic over-the-air TV installations that need strong UHF reception, especially where desired broadcast towers are in one or two directions.
Why Choose the Antennas Direct DB8e?
The DB8e uses two independently adjustable four-bay panels. When aligned in the same direction, the panels combine for maximum UHF gain; they can also be aimed toward different tower groups when local reception conditions call for a split-direction setup.
Key Benefits
- 8-bay bowtie UHF antenna design
- Maximum published gain up to 17.4 dBi with panels aligned
- Two independently adjustable antenna panels
- Suitable for outdoor or attic installations
- Mounting brackets included
- Lifetime manufacturer warranty
Who Should Buy the DB8E?
OTA viewers who need a high-gain UHF antenna and have suitable UHF broadcast signals. Aiming the panels in different directions trades combined gain for multi-direction reception, so actual performance depends on tower locations and local signal conditions.
Important Notes
The manufacturer has marketed this antenna with a 70+ mile range rating, but actual reception depends on terrain, obstructions, transmitter power, installation height, frequency, and local conditions. Mast and coaxial cable are sold separately.
Dimensions
Approximately 35.7 in. H x 50 in. W x 6 in. D.
Learn more:Read Solid Signal's DB8e review.
Specifications
• Range: 70+ miles
• Special brackets allow the 2 antenna panels to target broadcast towers in multiple directions
• Ideal for outdoor & attic use
• Includes mounting brackets
• Mount and coaxial cable sold separately
• Dim: 35.7H x 50W x 6D
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Reviews
14 reviews
GOOD PRODUCT FAIR PRICE
by LAWRENCE
HAD TO PUT AND TWO PREAMPS ONE ON EACH ANTENNA TO GET MORE CHANNELS
great antenna
by ron
antenna works great, i have 2 of them and get 29 channels from 80 miles out. a bit pricey but worth it.
Great Results
by john
Easy to assemble. Easy to adjust. The kit was complete and well packed. Reception is great in my potentially difficult location. It is a big unit, but that doesn't bother me because the performance is there.
Awesome Antenna
by Mike
WOW!! this antenna exceeded my expectations. I can get all the channels I enjoy without having to constanting adjust the antenna. Thank You Solid Signal.
Problem
by Randy
Works great for a while then cuts off no signal on my third booster
Strong Performer
by R W
Solid performance with this one. I am not frustrated waiting for channels to come back in. Picture is clearer and I have only seen a little pixelation on some of the further stations. Next option was to get a better amplifier. Very satisfied!!
Great reception
by Darrell
What a difference! Getting great reception!
sturdy construction
by Antenna Man
As far as gain and distance goes, a 8 bay bowtie is a 8 bay bowtie so gain and distance claims mean very little. The DB8E is built stronger than most and has the ability to have each 4 bay bowtie pointed in a different direction which can be important in certain circumstances.
70 miles is NOT long range
by joewht
70 mi is NOT long range. I pick up 3 towers from 133 miles with ebay# 131345911819 40 feet up in the air.
This antenna is a powerhouse.
by Sweaty in Attic
I thought this antenna might be a little overkill, seeing as how I live within 25 miles of all the towers around me. However, there is a huge oak in front of my house in LOS of the towers, and I was putting it in the attic. Just watched a whole HD football game, with no blemishes on screen or dropped signal whatsoever. Love it!