HAMA Basic Indoor Antenna for DAB+/DAB/DVB-T2/FM Passive, Black

HAMA "Basic" passive indoor antenna for digital TV and radio reception (DVB-T2, DAB+, DAB) and analogue FM. Rod design with 180° swivel for optimal alignment and 360° multi-directional reception. Supplied with a 1.45 m coaxial cable and F-adapter; no external power required.

• Model: 00221081
• Type: Passive indoor rod antenna
• Frequency range: 87.5 - 108 MHz (FM), 174 - 230 MHz, 470 - 690 MHz, 1452 - 1479.5 MHz
• Technology: DVB-T/T2, DAB, DAB+
• Cable: 1.45 m coaxial cable (included)
• Connector: Coax (with F-adapter included)
• Dimensions: 5.8 × 5.8 × 36 cm
• Color: Black
• Mounting: Stand-alone / desk
• Note: For best DVB-T2 results ensure your TV has a DVB-T2 tuner; recommended use within ~15 km of transmitter.

Review:

The HAMA Basic is a simple, effective passive indoor aerial — great when you don't have an outdoor antenna or cable feed. Being passive it needs no power and is convenient for portable setups (motorhome/camping), but its performance is naturally limited compared to powered or outdoor antennas. The 180° swivel rod makes it easy to find the best reception.

• Pros: plug-and-play, no power needed, compact.
• Cons: shorter effective range compared to active/outdoor solutions.