Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna

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★★★★☆
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  • Easy setup (17)
  • Strong signal (12)
  • Durable (5)
  • Fine-tuning (3)
  • Attractive design (2)
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Cons

  • Poor reception / weak antenna (3)
  • Flimsy (2)
  • Hard to set up (1)
  • Heavy / bulky (1)
  • Unattractive design (1)

Best Uses

  • Attic/roof mount (12)
  • Living room (3)
  • Bedroom (2)
  • Deck mount (1)
  • Pole (1)
  • Small rooms (1)
 
 
 

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This antenna is ideal for receiving the full channel range in suburban or rural environments.

Specification Description
Model 15-264
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Be ready for the digital transition with this HDTV antennaFeatures high-definition VHF capability, and a range of up to 70 miles for
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin United States
Description Header Receive and enjoy.
Display Catalog Number 15-264
Enclosure Color Silver
End Product Indicator Yes
Included in the Box RadioShack® 85" antenna300 to 75 ohm transformerMast mouting hardware
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Model 15-264
New Date Thu May 14 00:00:00 CDT 2009
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Length 85
Product Type HDTV
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Jul 5, 2009

Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Reviews

 
 
 

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[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Great Antenna for HD Reception

"I live in the Washington, D.C. suburbs and needed an antenna that could pick up both high VHF and UHF digital broadcast signals. I tried another high-tech antenna from another company that pulled in strong, clear UHF but spotty VHF. I purchased this antenna just to compare the two. I have my antenna mounted in a crawl space above my garage and I was able to get this antenna into the space, mount it and aim ..." Read Full Review »

Jun 29, 2009 by herr_howard

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★★★☆☆
3.0
ok but not great

"I put this antenna on top of house I live about 45 miles from waka cbs tower and i have had to go outside several times and turn it and lock it back down it will scan different channels at different times of the day in early morning it will pickup more channels than mid morning or evening not the best antenna and it is very bulky hard to get it up on pole or roof..." Read Full Review »

Mar 25, 2009 by cin

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Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Review

ok but not great

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Hard To Set Up
  • Poor Reception

    Best Uses

  • Living Room
 

"I put this antenna on top of house I live about 45 miles from waka cbs tower and i have had to go outside several times and turn it and lock it back down it will scan different channels at different times of the day in early morning it will pickup more channels than mid morning or evening not the be …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Mar 25 2009
cin
deatsville alabama
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Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Review

Well thought out but, poor execution

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • Flimsy

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"Use it in an attic and you should be fine for years to come. However if signal at your location is too weak (could be general area problem or your specific location influenced by trees and other obstructions) and you must go above the roof you might want to consider more sturdy models. They're wor …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 5 2009
user from NY Tri-State
NY/CT border
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Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Review

Great Antenna for HD Reception

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • Bulky

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"I live in the Washington, D.C. suburbs and needed an antenna that could pick up both high VHF and UHF digital broadcast signals. I tried another high-tech antenna from another company that pulled in strong, clear UHF but spotty VHF. I purchased this antenna just to compare the two.



I have my …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 29 2009
herr_howard
Leesburg, VA
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Review

Worked better than expected

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"Installed this antenna on the in-laws house. Located 47 miles from stations. Even with a splitter and driving two TVs we picked up both of the high VHF stations and all of the UHF stations. In a former life I installed antennas and the mechanical construction of this antenna matched the best of t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 23 2009
Eye-Knee
Montgomery, Mn
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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 85" Long Dual Boom, 31-Element Antenna Review

Works great in attic

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"I live 22 miles East of KC. All major broadcast towers are in a 33 degree span anywhere from 15-19 miles away. I put this in my attic just laying in the insulation and ran a temp patch cord down to my TV. I am picking up everything in KC and a couple of channels from St. Joe as well.



I chose t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 9 2009
shortbus2
Kansas City, MO
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  • Casual User
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