Booster Antenna

Why do I need Booster Amplifier ?

This is common question shows up to you. 

When you TV reception interfere with near FM station or your TV can not pick up several channels. 

These common problems solved with the preamplifier installed.  

Preamplifier helps pick up channels that your non-amplified antenna alone may not be able to pick up. 

Additionally, the preamplifier minimizes pixelization and drop-outs.

What We should look at Preamplifier , before we buy it ? 

These common ideal question and answer must applied to the preAmplifier that you choose. 

Asks these before you buy it :

1.  Does The Booster amplifier work with any antenna ?  The booster amplifier that works with any passive/non-amplified antenna is better than the specific one

2. Does The Booster amplifier work with VHF & UHF signals ? Typical gain for VHF is 20 dB (lo) and 15 dB (hi) and for UHF is 18 dB.

3. Does the Booster amplifier have an FM trap ? The preamplifier should have built-in FM trap that attenuates FM signal so that it does not interfere with digital TV channels. 

4. What is the noise figure of the Booster amplifier ? The Booster amplifier has a typical noise figure of 1 dB for UHF and 3 dB for VHF. 

5. Can I use a splitter with the preamplifier ?  The preamplifier can be used to distribute signal to multiple TVs with splitter.

Based on the spec I have mention above, I pick it for you 5 the Best Booster amplifier for indoor outdoor antenna you can use as reference.

Best Booster amplifier Antenna

1. Winegard LNA-200 Bost XT

• Installs on any outdoor non-amplified TV antenna
• Bandpass filters remove interfering RF signals
• Maximum Gain (typical): 18 dB
• Noise Figure (typical): 1dB
• Power: +5V at 130mA

2. Channel Master Pre-Amplifier with LTE Filter

• Can Be Installed Indoor, Outdoor or in Attic Due to its Compact Size and Heavy-Duty Weatherproof Housing
• Blocks Interference From 3G, 4G, 5G Smartphones and Transmitters with EMI & FM Out of Band Filtering (Does Not Pass FM Radio Signals to Avoid Over Amplification Issues)
• Improves Signal Quality, Decreases Pixilation and May Increase Number of Channels
• Button Adjustable Amplification (17 dB/30 dB) with Flexible USB Powering Options

3. RCA Preamplifier for Outdoor Antenna

• Switchable FM trap reduces interference from FM frequencies
• Preamplifier for outdoor antennas extends range in low signal strength areas
• RCA's advanced SmartBoost technology amplifies weak signals to deliver the most channels possible

Another preamplifier for your alternative with almost the same specs are Winegard LNA200S, Channel Master Titan 

4. GE 4 Way 34479 Splitter Indoor Amplifier for Outdoor/Attic and Indoor Antenna

GE 4-Way TV Antenna Amplifier Splitter

For use with passive TV Antennas

• Signal Booster – This low noise amplifier boosts signal strength to compensate for cable loss and minimizes reception dropouts
• 4-Way Compatibility – Works with all brands of TVs and passive antennas and distributes one audio/video source to up to 4 devices with F type connectors
• Easy Installation – Simple to set up and includes an AC power adapter
• Future Ready – Full 1080p HD compatible to delivery high quality picture and sound

5. GE Booster Amplifier model 42178

GE TV Antenna Amplifier

For use with Passive Indoor TV Antennas

Amplifiers will clear up any low-strength fuzzy or pixelated channels – in some cases the number of channels you receive may change depending on your distance from the local broadcast towers.

Important Note

• Using an amplifier does not necessarily mean that you will receive more TV channels but it will strengthen the signal of available channels in your area.
• The number of channels and the reception quality you receive will vary based on distance from broadcast towers antenna position and obstacles including hills buildings and trees.