Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna

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★★★★☆
3.6

 

$87.99 at RadioShack

 
 

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Pros

  • Easy setup (8)
  • Strong signal (2)
  • Attractive design (1)
  • Durable (1)
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Cons

  • Poor reception / weak antenna (9)
  • Flimsy (2)
  • Heavy / bulky (2)
  • Hard set up (1)
  • Unattractive design (1)
  • Worst reception of any (1)

Best Uses

  • Attic/roof mount (4)
  • Living room (2)
  • Bedroom (1)
  • Military/government (1)
 
 
 

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This Omnidirectional amplified HDTV antenna is great for use on boats, RVs and at home.

Specification Description
Model 5MS921
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Ideal for urban areas and suburbsUp to 20 mile VHF/UHF rangeSolid-state broadband amplifier gives a 20dB boostUV-pr
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin United States
Description Header Give your signal a boost.
Display Catalog Number 15-288
End Product Indicator Yes
Features Channel: 2~69FM trap: 88~108Mhz, 20dBVHF/UHF gain: 20dB
Included in the Box Antennacraft® 5MS921Power injectorAC adapter1/4-20 hex nuts (4)1/4" split lockwashers (4)U-bo
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Model 5MS921
New Date Wed Oct 21 00:00:00 CDT 2009
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Disclaimer *Mileage based on optimum conditions over flat, open terrain. Transmitting antenna height and power, and receiving antenna height and placement, will
Product Type HDTV
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Nov 17, 2009

Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna Reviews

 
 
 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
The only thing that worked for me

"I tried almost every option I had other than breaking down and getting cable... This is wonderful, I get every channel I had before the switch and more. I live in a trailor in the country, which is usually harder to get reception in, and this is the only antenna to date that could pick up anything. I definitly recomend...." Read Full Review »

Nov 08, 2009 by Amy

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Dont waste your time

"This thing stinks. I got better reception with my old bunny ears. Don't waste your time or your money. It says that its a omni directional antenna but I tried rotating it and it worked better as I rotated the unit. It did not work consistently at all...." Read Full Review »

Oct 17, 2009 by Frustrated, dont want to pay for cable

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Beaten by a coathanger...

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Durable

    Cons

  • Poor Reception
  • Poor Value

    Best Uses

  • Boat RV
 

"I'd made a very primitive bowtie (i.e. parallel Hi-VHF and UHF dipoles)from a coathanger, a choc-block and a length of co-ax. With careful positioning at the top of the stairs (2-storey house in FL 33896, cathedral ceiling) it brought in up to 22 multiplexes from Tampa (50 miles) and Orlando (40 mi …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Nov 20 2009
Gerry
Davenport, FL
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  • Casual User
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna Review

The only thing that worked for me

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • Bulky

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
  • Bedroom
  • Living Room
 

"I tried almost every option I had other than breaking down and getting cable... This is wonderful, I get every channel I had before the switch and more. I live in a trailor in the country, which is usually harder to get reception in, and this is the only antenna to date that could pick up anything. …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 8 2009
Amy
Indiana
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  • Enthusiast
 

Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna Review

Great reception

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • Hard set up

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"Great tv signal on strong station. Occasional flaky reception on weak station. NO BILL to pay to watch tv. Installation took some time since it was installed outdoors on the roof. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 17 2009
clos
haverhill, ma
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna Review

Dont waste your time

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • Flimsy
  • Poor Reception

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"This thing stinks. I got better reception with my old bunny ears. Don't waste your time or your money. It says that its a omni directional antenna but I tried rotating it and it worked better as I rotated the unit. It did not work consistently at all. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Oct 17 2009
Frustrated, dont want to pay for cable
Bend, Oregon
I am:
  • Power User
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Antennacraft 5MS921 Amplified HDTV Antenna Review

No picture at all

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • Poor Reception

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I cannot get any picture at all with this antenna. The Radio Shack clerk told me it had a range of 60 miles, but I see the online description says 20 miles over flat terrain. I'm over 40 miles from the nearest towers, so it looks like this will be going back to the store... "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 19 2009
Ed
Dallas, TX
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  • Enthusiast
 
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