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Since we just lost our local NBC channel, I want to connect my HDTV antenna, which picks up all the local channels in HDTV, to my Directv satellite dish system, so I can watch my local news. I noticed the off air antenna input was removed from the back of my Directv HR44-500 receiver/tuner.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to install a digital converter box for your analog television set. Analog televisions that do not receive DTV digital signals will not pick up most over-the-air channels without a digital converter box (DTV converter box), which receives over-the-air DTV digital signals and converts them into analog signals that can be shown on analog TVs.

Steps

1. 1
   Understand when to use a digital converter box. If you have an analog TV which can't receive cable, you'll need to install a digital converter box in order to translate the signal for your TV.

   • If you have an HDTV or a TV with 'SDTV' written on the front of it, you do not need a digital converter box.^[1]
   • 3
     Disconnect your TV's antenna from the TV. Unplug the antenna's coaxial cable from the back of your TV to do so. Don't worry about moving the antenna—you'll have to hook it up to the digital converter box in a minute.

     • This step also applies if you're using an externally mounted antenna (e.g., one on your roof).
     • If your TV doesn't have an antenna, you'll need to purchase a set of antennae (e.g., rabbit ears) before you can use your digital converter box.
   • 4
     Place your digital converter box next to the TV. Your digital converter box will need to be close enough to the TV that it can still connect to the TV without having to stretch or bend any wires.

     • The digital converter box's front (i.e., the side with the lights and no cord) should be facing in the same direction as your TV.
   • 5
     Attach the antenna to your digital converter box. Using the antenna's coaxial cable, plug the antenna into the 'IN' coaxial port on the back of the digital converter box.

     • If your antenna's coaxial cable screws into place, make sure you screw it in tightly before proceeding.
   • 6
     Connect the digital converter box to your TV. You can do this using the coaxial cable that most likely came with your digital converter box, or you can use standard RCA (red, yellow, and white) cables:

     • Coaxial cable - Plug one end of the coaxial cable into the 'OUT' coaxial port on the back of your digital converter box, then plug the other end of the cable into the 'IN' coaxial port (the one that the antenna cable was plugged into) on your TV.
     • RCA cables - Plug the red, white, and yellow cables into the same-colored ports on the back of the digital converter box (e.g., the red cable plugs into the red port and so on), then plug the other ends of the cables into the same-colored ports on the front or back of your TV.
   • 7
     Plug the digital converter box into a wall outlet. Using the cord that's built into the digital converter box, attach the digital converter box to an electrical outlet or surge protector.

     • If your digital converter box doesn't have a built-in electrical cord, you'll have to attach the non-electrical plug end of the cord that came with the box into the back of the box.
   • 8
     Turn on your digital converter box if necessary. Some digital converter boxes have an 'Off/On' switch on the back or the side of the frame; if so, flip this switch to the 'On' position before proceeding.
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   • 10
     Switch your TV to the correct channel. Most digital converter boxes will scan for digital channels when you switch to channel 3 or channel 4; if this doesn't work for you, you'll need to consult your digital converter box's manual in order to see which channel you're supposed to use.
   • 11
     Complete the on-screen setup if necessary. If your digital converter box came with a remote, you'll need to put batteries in the remote, press the power button on the remote to turn on the box, and then use the remote's arrows to navigate through the digital converter box's on-screen setup.

     • Usually, you'll just have to select Next on-screen a few times until the digital converter box begins scanning for channels.
     • Check your digital converter box's manual if you're having trouble navigating through the setup process.
   • 12
     Allow your digital converter box to scan for channels. Your digital converter box will scan for available digital channels in range; after the scan is complete, you'll be able to browse through these channels as you please.
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Community Q&A

• Will a DTV converter box work on a non-digital TV?

  Community Answer

  The digital converter boxes were created to allow people to keep their non-digital TVs but receive the new digital TV signals. They are fairly simple to connect, and if you like old school things, you can still use a VCR (you must have two converter boxes if you like to watch one show and record another).
• Do I need an indoor antenna for my Ematic converter box?

  Community Answer

  Possibly. It depends on the exact kind of converter box and the release date.
• I have a satellite dish receiver on my roof, but it is dead as I withdrew my subscription due to too many commercials. Can I attach an outdoor HD antenna to it, since stations in either direction are over 100 miles away from my home in the mountains? Will I get any reception?

  Community Answer

  You can try. It might work, but make sure they are strong and have a shelter for the rain.
• Is it possible to convert a DTV Digital Converter Box and Antenna into a 3G network booster for my phone?

  Community Answer

  No, they are tuned to very specific frequencies. Consult O'Reilly's wireless hacks.
• If a smart TV already has a converter box built into the TV, do I still need the pass through box to use an old combo/VHS/DVD?

  Community Answer

  You only need it if the VHS/DVD combo uses RCA cables (the red, white, and yellow ones) and the smart TV does not have RCA inputs. If it doesn't, then you would need an RCA input converter.
• What do I need to hook up my Phillips smart TV to my converter box?

  Community Answer

  A smart T.V. already has the converter box built into the TV -- just go to menu. You will, however, need an antenna.
• Can I use a universal remote if I don't have the remote that came with the converter box?

  Community Answer

  Yes, you can. Most universal remotes work with pretty much anything that can be connected to your TV.
• Can I program my DTV digital converter box and antenna if I can't find my remote control?

  Community Answer

  Some set top boxes include the most common buttons like CH-/+, VOL-/+, OK and MENU. The functions are the same on the remote control.

Tips

How To Hook Up Antenna To Directv Box For Over Air Tv For Free Channels

• If using a DVD player as well as a converter box, the DVD player and the converter box must be attached to separate connections on the TV. S-video, composite, and component connections are commonly found on DVD players.
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• Many DVD players and speaker systems have optical audio connections that can be used in conjunction with composite or component video connections. This type of connection offers superior sound quality.
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Warnings

• Using a digital converter box in 2018 may be more inconvenient than simply purchasing a low-end HDTV.
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References

1. ↑https://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/standard-definition-television-SDTV

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