Description
Watch free-to-air HD channels without paying for cable or satellite. The Vilso WA2608 is an amplified outdoor antenna with a built-in motor, so you can turn it with the remote without leaving the sofa.
Why you’ll like it
- Turn it from the sofa. The built-in motor rotates the antenna a full 360° with the wireless remote. It turns both ways, so the cable never tangles.
- Built-in amplifier. A low-noise, high-gain amplifier helps pull in weaker VHF and UHF signals.
- Two TVs, one antenna. The control box has two TV outputs.
- Ready to put up. Comes with a mounting pole, 40 ft of coaxial cable and an easy-to-follow manual.
- Long reach. Rated up to 150 miles in ideal conditions.
Specifications
| Frequency | VHF 40–300 MHz · UHF 470–890 MHz |
|---|---|
| Antenna gain | VHF 28–32 dB · UHF 32–36 dB |
| Noise figure | ≤ 2.5 dB |
| Channels | 1–12, 21–69 |
| Impedance | 75 Ω |
| Max output level | 105 dBµV |
| Rated range | Up to 150 miles |
| Power | AC 110 V ±10%, 60 Hz |
| Operating temperature | −10 °C to 50 °C |
| Coaxial cable | 40 ft |
| Package | 17.3 × 12.2 × 3.9 in · 6.3 lb |
In the box
- HDTV Yagi antenna with built-in amplifier
- Motorised mounting bracket with 40 ft coaxial cable
- Wireless remote control
- Control box with two TV outputs and power supply
- UL adaptor
- Mounting pole
- User manual
Getting the best picture
Reception depends on where you live as much as on the antenna: height, terrain, how far you are from the transmitter and how strong it is all play a part. Mountains, valleys and tall buildings between you and the tower will cut the range. Mount it high (about 30 ft above ground is ideal), aim it with the remote, then rescan your TV.
Questions and answers
Will it work with my TV?
Yes, if your TV has a built-in digital tuner and an aerial (coax) input, which almost every modern TV does. An older TV without a digital tuner needs a separate digital converter box.
What does “up to 150 miles” mean in real life?
It’s the rated range in ideal conditions. What you actually get depends on how far away your local transmitters are, how high the antenna sits, and what’s in the way: hills, tall buildings and trees all cut the range. Height and a clear view usually matter more than the headline figure.
Do I have to point it in a particular direction?
It works best aimed at your local broadcast towers, but you don’t need to climb back on the roof to adjust it. The built-in motor turns the antenna a full 360° from the remote, so you can fine-tune the direction from your sofa and then rescan for channels.
Can I connect two TVs?
Yes. The control box has two TV outputs, so two TVs can share one antenna. For more TVs you’ll need a splitter, and every split weakens the signal a little.
Where should I mount it?
As high as you safely can, with as clear a view as possible. We recommend about 30 ft above ground. Roofs, chimneys and poles all work, and the mounting pole is in the box. Always keep well away from power lines.
What power does it need?
The power supply is rated AC 110 V ±10%, 60 Hz. If your mains supply is different (in the UK it’s 230 V), use a suitable step-down converter.
Is the cable long enough?
It comes with 40 ft of coaxial cable, which covers most roof-to-living-room runs. If you extend it, use good-quality cable and as few joins as possible, because longer runs lose signal.
How do I find the channels once it’s up?
On your TV, open the channel or broadcast settings and run the auto-tune or channel scan. Rescan any time you turn or move the antenna, so you pick up the best line-up.
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