In the post-Soviet space, antennas are becoming more and more common, which in theory should provide high-quality signal reception even in remote regions, but in fact their effectiveness is comparable to an ordinary piece of wire. According to legend, the HQClearTV TV antenna is capable of showing a huge number of channels absolutely free of charge. There are quite a lot of positive reviews about this device on the Internet, but is everything really so rosy?
HQClear TV antenna: super new or scam
Another scandal has broken out in the Internet space. As soon as the debate about the Dell G5 has died down, the noise around the hqclear tv antenna rises again. It was widely advertised as a Japanese antenna that could receive signals anywhere in the world. But it turned out to be a simple falsification. This revelation was facilitated by a video and comments on the Internet entitled “hqclear tv antenna: real reviews.”
Where did it all start?
From the beginning of 2021 until its middle, our country switched from analogue to digital television. This was done under a project of the Russian Television and Radio Broadcasting to improve the quality of telephony throughout the many kilometers of Russian space. So that even in the most remote outback people can watch twenty free channels in excellent quality. The transition was advertised on all central TV channels and they explained what needed to be done for the transition. And the following conditions were needed for this:
- Availability of a TV manufactured in 2012. They have a built-in device for receiving a digital DVB-T2 signal.
- If the TV has an older year of manufacture, then to receive digital broadcasting you need a receiver or digital television set-top box.
In the Russian outback, in remote villages and villages, old TVs with a kinescope are still often found. And you can’t watch digital television on them without additional devices.
This contributed to the creation of great demand for the purchase of receivers, antennas, etc. And as it turned out, there was a lot of fraud in their sale.
The most powerful satellite dishes
Satellite dishes are perhaps the most modern and innovative solution. Firstly, they differ in the maximum range of received signals. Secondly, they provide the highest level of quality. However, dishes are much more expensive than other types of antennas. Let's look at the best antennas for digital TV.
Lans-65 MS6506
The main distinguishing feature is an excellent signal regardless of weather conditions. Made in China. Cost – 2500 rubles. The plate differs from analogues in its very non-standard design. The parabola geometry and special perforation allow it to stand out significantly from the rest.
As a result, the device cleans itself; of course, this has a positive effect on the quality of received information. Moreover, perforation helps to significantly reduce the wind load of the structure, making it lighter.
In their reviews, users note a pleasant design, excellent reception quality and an intuitive settings system. High-quality powder coating of metal elements protects the plate from premature failure. Reinforced mount allows you to adjust the angle of inclination. The waves jump periodically - this is the main drawback of this model.
AUM STV-0.6 DF-1.1
The Belarusian manufacturer managed to create a high-quality device with the best reception of NTV+ and Tricolor signals. Cost – 1150 rubles. The undisputed leader is this dish antenna, which is ideal for the above providers. Therefore, if you are their subscriber, you can safely buy the device.
The TV antenna shows excellent gain, which ensures effective operation even in densely built-up areas, this is very important for an external receiver. A distinctive feature is the design. The plate is shaped like an egg, which significantly improves reception.
In reviews, domestic consumers note the high quality of the material from which the popular TV antenna is made. It costs less than Chinese devices and has a simpler settings system. If necessary, you can safely replace the standard mount with a longer rod to improve the quality of signal reception. Additional components were made in haste - this is the only drawback of the device.
Scheme of deception from sellers of HQClear TV antennas
The deception has been revealed since the publication of a revealing video on YouTube by a seller of an electrical goods store. He showed step by step that there is nothing more natural and innovative in the hqclear tv antenna. The antenna has a short range and, in principle, cannot provide users with several hundred free channels.
The fact is that if there is demand, then supply is created. When TV switched to digital, new TVs produced after 2012 were needed. Of course, not every family can afford to buy a new TV. And users rushed en masse to purchase a receiver or compact antenna for receiving a digital signal. But how many people understand anything about this? The scammers took advantage of this. Using a compact indoor antenna as a basis, enterprising scammers made a device called HQClear TV.
By creating beautiful packaging and extensive advertising on the Internet, manufacturers sold their goods well. Why did it sell out quickly? What technical characteristics attracted ordinary people?
- First, purchasing an antenna would ensure the TV's ability to receive a DVB-T2 digital signal. After all, analog TV has been switched off throughout the country since July 2021. This means that the antenna promised to operate the TV without interference, ripples and stripes, i.e. with excellent display quality.
- Secondly, the receiver manufacturers promised to connect more than 300 free channels when setting up an indoor antenna. With the implementation of the project for the transition to digital TV, the state guaranteed 20 free channels. In some CIS countries, 30 channels are shown for free. The 300 promised free channels should already alert buyers. There is no free cheese without a mousetrap nearby.
- Thirdly, the packaging states that the product is made in Japan. Knowing the excellent quality in this state and trusting it, people bought goods well.
- Fourthly, during an advertising campaign, buyers are convinced that the price of the receiver is only now at a good discount and costs 1,200 rubles. And in case of poor quality goods, the buyer can easily exchange or return it.
But after purchasing the antenna, negative responses to the product began to appear. On the Internet on the You Tube channel you can find detailed videos exposing the promised quality.
The most powerful indoor antennas
Indoor antennas operate in several bands - meter or decimeter, providing signal reception at a distance of up to 30 kilometers. Of course, indoor antennas are characterized by the presence of certain limitations in the quality of television waves, therefore, to obtain a normal picture, it is necessary to carefully configure each channel.
However, indoor antennas for receiving digital television have their advantages. Firstly, compact dimensions should be highlighted. Secondly, I am pleased with the relatively low cost. The undisputed leader in the TV antenna market is the Remo company.
A rating of DVB-T2 digital television antennas has been compiled especially for you. Experts have selected the best devices with an optimal price/quality ratio.
Remo BAS-5310USB Horizon
If you have not yet made a choice of antenna for DVB-T2, then it’s time to pay attention to this model, because it is the one that tops our rating. The original appearance is a significant, but by no means the only advantage of the device.
Its compact size and convenient mounting allow you to place it on your TV. Provided that the setup is done correctly, it will receive waves from different channels in the range 21-69. The amplifier is built-in, which has a positive effect on the quality of the received signal.
If you study the reviews of domestic consumers, you can find a lot of positive comments. Most often, users note high quality reception and convenient connection via a USB connector. The antenna is capable of working with a reflected signal. The durable case is made of high-quality material, so the protection of hardware parts from mechanical damage is thought out to the smallest detail. There shouldn't be any difficulties connecting. The weight is only 230 g. The equipment is equipped with a 5 Volt power adapter, which is also included in the kit. If we talk about shortcomings, there is only one – a short power supply cord.
Harper ADVB-2120
The second device goes to a model from the popular manufacturer Harper. It’s not surprising, because it has a colossal amount of positive reviews from Russian consumers. Firstly, we should highlight the fact that the device picks up frequencies in a wide range - 87.5-862 MHz. Secondly, you can configure not only digital TV, but also analog TV.
It’s hard not to notice the original design, which is also important. After all, this is an indoor TV antenna, which means it will always be in sight. The amplifier is powered directly from the TV or set-top box, since it does not have a separate network adapter. Of course, this causes restrictions on the use of equipment. But the device boasts compact dimensions.
The ergonomics of the Harper ADVB-2120 are also excellent - if necessary, the TV antenna can be placed on a flat surface. The shape of the closed ring allows you to hang the device on a bracket or hook without much difficulty. If you take into account all the previously listed technical advantages, as well as the relatively low cost, it becomes clear why this model is included in the list of the best. [catalog_item id=”2447″]
Remo Inter 2.0
Third place goes to a model that features impressive functionality and a relatively low price. Therefore, it is not surprising that this device holds its position in this segment.
The receiver is designed to connect 20 digital and 10 analog channels. An intuitive control system allows you to set the required level of signal amplification to achieve the highest possible quality.
Buyers also list the harmonious design and the simplest installation process as its main strengths. The device body is dismountable, assembly takes just a few minutes. Special attention should be paid to the power adapter cable - it has good insulation. Also, the unit wire and the TV antenna are approximately the same size, so they can be easily placed in a convenient place. If we talk about shortcomings, there are only two of them. The quality of the plastic from which the equipment is made leaves much to be desired. The second disadvantage is problems with signal reception; it is by no means always stable.
What's inside HQClear TV
Buyers were outraged that they were purchasing an ordinary indoor antenna with low technical characteristics under the guise of a compact Japanese-made super antenna.
In appearance, HQClear TV is a small plastic box with an entrance. When opening the lid, the absence of super microcircuits and amplifiers is revealed, which could guarantee an improvement in the TV display and an increase in the number of received channels. Moreover, users in the video claim that the antenna was made using a homemade method. The Japanese quality declared in the advertisement of the product turned out to be a cheap fake.
The real cost of HQClear: the whole truth.
For fun, you can calculate the real cost of the antenna.
In online stores it was sold at a price of 1200 rubles. When advertising the product, it was reported that this price was on sale, with a discount. That is, only here and now. We won’t take it now, it will be more expensive later.
Among the buyers of the compact antenna there were technically competent people who quickly assessed the quality and calculated the cost.
Cost calculation:
- Connector: about 50 rubles;
- Solder, approximately four grams: about 20 rubles;
- Applying a stencil to plastic: about 10 rubles;
- Expenses for wages and electricity: let’s say 100 rubles.
Total: the cost of one antenna is 180 rubles, which can be rounded up to two hundred rubles.
From the calculations it is clear that the profit from each box was six times higher than the cost.
Real reviews about HQClear
So, divorce or not? Reviews from real antenna users can also be found on the Internet on forums. Mostly negative reviews. But about 10% have good reviews of the antenna. More or less positive reviews are left by those users who live next to the signal repeater and have a new TV.
90% of users are outraged by the characteristics of the antenna, which turned out to be far from what was advertised.
With such super capabilities that were stated in the advertisement, the antenna does not reach half of it.
Yes, this is a compact television antenna that receives a digital television signal. It amplifies the signal. But the TV must have a built-in device to receive the DVB-T2 digital signal. Therefore, for those whose TV is manufactured before 2012, this antenna is not suitable.
HQClear has a small signal reception area. It will receive the signal well if it is located next to the repeater. Therefore, for rural areas the antenna will be useless.
And the advertised showing of 300 to 1000 free channels is, of course, also a myth. The antenna receives twenty free television channels.
The cost of an indoor antenna with such characteristics is from three hundred rubles.
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The most powerful outdoor antennas
Outdoor antennas for digital TV DVB-T2 have maximum power, which can be achieved through a special design. As a result, the device receives a signal even when located at a distance of up to 50 kilometers from the transmitter.
Of course, you should also take into account all sorts of obstacles that are in the path of the signal - naturally, they sometimes block television waves. Mostly experts recommend buying models with a built-in amplifier.
The TOP outdoor antennas for TVs will consist of only two models. Let's get to know them better.
Remo "Kolibri-A-DX Deluxe"
The receiver is located on a special mast, which improves signal reception. To increase the effect, an amplifier is used, which helps to receive TV channels even at an impressive distance. The model has an extremely successful design, thanks to which it perceives signals even in those regions where the tower is not in line of sight.
You can find a huge number of positive comments on the Internet. Consumers note stable and high-quality reception, as well as the simplest setup and installation. The most powerful digital TV antenna is powder coated to provide adequate protection against corrosion.
The package includes a 6-meter cable and an amplifier power adapter. There are certain weaknesses. For example, users note that adjusting the amplifier's operating parameters is very inconvenient. The reliability of the power supply also raises questions. [catalog_item id=”2421,2494,2429″]
Remo "Dvina-DX"
Despite its relatively low cost, during operation it demonstrates an impressive level of signal reception. Experts note that the device can be used to receive a signal at a distance of up to 50 kilometers. To increase the quality of wave reception, the developers equipped the model with a built-in amplifier. A 12 Volt power adapter is also included in the package.
After studying consumer reviews, it becomes clear that the main advantages of the TV antenna include excellent wave reception, low price and maximum ease of operation. During the production process of the device, special attention was paid to the quality of materials. For example, the support rod is made of lightweight but very durable aluminum, and the receiving elements are powder coated to prevent premature failure of the receiver.
Powerful fasteners will ensure reliable fixation of the structure on the bracket. There are also certain disadvantages. The fact is that users experience certain difficulties during the installation process. You also have to independently upgrade the separator for maximum quality work.
