Brand Name | Antennas Direct |
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Item Weight | 4.1 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 27.8 x 6 x 17.4 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Item model number | C4-V-CJM |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | Black |
Special Features | Long Range, Multidirectional, Full HD, High Gain, Dual Band |
Impedance | 75 Ohm |
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Antennas Direct ClearStream 4V TV Antenna, 70+ Mile Range, UHF/Vhf, Multi-Directional, Indoor, Attic, Outdoor, Mast W/Pivoting Base/Hardware/Adjustable Clamp/Sealing Pads, 4K Ready, Black – C4-V-CJM
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Antenna | Television |
Brand | Antennas Direct |
Color | Black |
Impedance | 75 Ohm |
Maximum Range | 369600 Feet |
Product Dimensions | 27.8"L x 6"W x 17.4"H |
About this item
- Antennas Direct ClearStream 4V - TV antenna uses four patented loops to receive HDTV signals 70+ miles away from broadcast towers for free TV channels straight from the networks
- Powerful TV antenna measures 17.4" H x 27.8" W x 6" D; premium durable materials ideal for installation indoors, in an attic, or outdoors in suburban and rural areas
- Compatibility - NEXTGEN TV, 4K, 8K UHD, Full HD 1080p, no Internet required
- Each market has TV towers located in different areas; Distance to the towers and obstructions like trees and your home’s building materials will affect reception
- Reflectors add forward gain and focus antenna's power to protect incoming TV signal from interference that causes pixelation or complete loss of picture; 20-inch mast’s pivoting base allows installation on vertical or horizontal surfaces
- Includes ClearStream 4V antenna, 2 reflectors, 20" mast with pivoting base, all-weather mounting hardware, adjustable mast clamp; Lifetime manufacturer antenna warranty, 90-day accessory warranty
- Based in St. Louis, MO., Antennas Direct is dedicated to providing superior digital antennas and accessories engineered in the USA
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Easy to install | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Easy to assemble | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Picture quality | 4.3 | — | 4.0 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Antennas Direct | Antennas Direct | Antennas Direct | DigiHiTech | DigiHiTech |
number of channels | 0 | — | — | — | 100 | 4 |
maximum range | 369600 feet | 40 miles | 316800 feet | 70 miles | 200 miles | 200 miles |
impedance | 75 ohm | 75 ohm | 75 ohm | 75 ohm | 75 ohm | 75 ohm |
antenna description | Television | Television | Television | Television | Television, Radio | Television, Radio |
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Our Patented Loops. As perfectionists and antenna enthusiasts, innovation and quality are two of our highest priorities. This is why our patented loop elements are unique in the industry. Networks like ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, MeTV, ION, and many other networks broadcast in Full HD 1080, UHD 4K, 8K, and NEXTGEN TV where available, because OTA signals aren’t subject to compression like cable and satellite. Our ClearStream TV antennas are specifically engineered to receive the frequencies broadcast in North America and truly provide the most consistent reception of over-the-air TV signals straight from the source.
The ClearStream 4V TV antenna is versatile and uses four of our patented loops to receive TV signals 70+ miles from broadcast towers. The multi-directional UHF and Hi-VHF elements are specifically tuned to the frequencies broadcast in North America.
TV Antennas Are a One-Time Cost.
With a ClearStream TV antenna you can supplement your streaming services and it won't add another payment to your budget.
ClearStream TV antennas receive HDTV with 5.1 Surround Sound. Cable and satellite signals are compressed while over-the-air signals are straight from the source in beautiful, crystal-clear high-definition.
Range | 70+ Miles |
Frequency | 174-216 MHz / 470-608 MHz |
Peak Gain | UHF: 12.25 dbi / Hi-VHF: 3.99 dBi |
Beam Angle | 43-Degree Horizontal Reception Pattern |
Assembled Dimensions | 20.1”H x 28.2”W x 6.3”D |
Weight | 6.5 lbs. |
Color | Black |
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4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #30 in TV Antennas |
Date First Available | January 28, 2015 |
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The Antennas Direct ClearStream 4V indoor / outdoor HDTV antenna uses four of our patented loops to receive TV signals 70+ miles away from broadcast towers. This TV antenna offers enhanced reception of free broadcast television channels thanks to reflectors which add forward gain and focus the antenna's power to protect the incoming TV signal from interference that causes pixelation or a complete loss of picture. Dedicated UHF and Hi-VHF elements offer maximum performance and more TV channels. Ideal for rural or suburban areas where heavy foliage or roofing materials between your antenna and the TV towers can interfere with reception. Includes a 20-inch mast with pivoting base for installation on vertical or horizontal surfaces indoors, in an attic, or outdoors. If you had cable or satellite installed before, the coaxial cable needed to distribute signal throughout your home may already be installed – simply connect the ClearStream 4V to the existing coaxial cable and you’ve got free local TV in crystal-clear HD straight from the networks. Find your TV channels and towers on our website or using our free Antenna Point app on android or iOS devices. Coaxial cable sold separately. Details: Range: 70+ Miles; Location: Indoor / Attic / Outdoor; Style: Multi-Directional; Frequency: Hi-VHF 174 – 216 MHz / UHF 470 – 608 MHz; Peak Gain: UHF: 12.25 dBi / Hi-VHF: 3.99 dBi; Beam Angle: 43 Degree Horizontal Reception Pattern; Antenna Dimensions: 17.4"H x 27.8"W x 6"D; Weight: 4.1 lbs.; Color: Black; Includes: Reflectors, Hi-VHF kit, 20-inch mast with pivoting base, all-weather mounting hardware, adjustable mast clamp. Lifetime manufacturer antenna warranty. 90-day accessory warranty. Antennas Direct has helped millions of people cut the cord since 2003. As the pioneers who reinvented the digital TV antenna industry, we believe that high-quality TV antennas can and should deliver performance and reliable reception of your free broadcast TV at an affordable price.
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Customers say this antenna is easy to assemble and install. They appreciate the clear, HD picture quality and the ability to pick up a lot of channels. Customers also appreciate the well-made construction and the strong signal strength. Overall, customers are happy with the reception and recommend this antenna to others.
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Customers like the performance of the antenna. They mention that it works as good as advertised, has excellent results, and brings in cable quality reception. Some say that the antenna is easy to assemble and reliable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and reliability of this antenna.
"...and actually pretty surprised that this antenna actually works as good as advertised...." Read more
"This antenna worked great for my location, and I was able to pick up 70 channels. I was able to mount in my attic and pick up the expected stations...." Read more
"...Its exceptional performance, ease of assembly, and reliability make it a standout choice for anyone seeking a superior over-the-air TV experience...." Read more
"...Last night, it was still spotty, but this morning it's rock solid. I'm not sure what has changed. Have they pumped up their signal?..." Read more
Customers like the signal strength of the antenna. They mention that it's able to receive good signals from each area, the major stations have very strong signal strength, and that the reception looks slightly better than the cable they had with Xfinity. Some say that it gets as good reception sitting indoors on one of their speakers as did their cable. Overall, customers are happy with the reception and find it to be a great little antenna for the right situations.
"...The major stations have very strong signal strength/quality according to my TV tuner, and I do not see any drop outs...." Read more
"...Sure enough, by manually adding channels, I had excellent reception on all available OTA channels with the exception of CBS 2.1..." Read more
"...away from the signal source, I am delighted to report a consistently strong signal, registering over 80% on my antenna tuner meter...." Read more
"...Last night (9/4/2015), Pittsburgh KDKA returned. But this reception is spotty. Consistent reception comes from Youngstown channels 27, 33, and 45...." Read more
Customers find the antenna easy to put together and install. They also appreciate the good instructions and pictures.
"...The entire thing is solidly made and was easy to put together and install...." Read more
"...Its exceptional performance, ease of assembly, and reliability make it a standout choice for anyone seeking a superior over-the-air TV experience...." Read more
"...This antenna is fairly compact and relatively easy to install indoors in an attic...." Read more
"...Installed it. Forgot about it. It installed easily. It is sturdy. It produces a good, strong signal which I've split to two different receivers...." Read more
Customers like the channels that the antenna picks up. They say it picks all the major local channels, including ABC, NBC, and CBS. Some customers are surprised that the product is able to receive so many channels, even from a long distance. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and quantity of the channels received by their antenna.
"...It quickly picked up 57 channels and they all come over even more clear than what I was getting from my $175 monthly cable service...." Read more
"This antenna worked great for my location, and I was able to pick up 70 channels. I was able to mount in my attic and pick up the expected stations...." Read more
"...problem as the Mohu, but now via fading in and out, I was losing some UHF channels as well...." Read more
"...I was surprised when 17 channels registered. Finally! WFMJ channel 21, the NBC affiliate, is being received...." Read more
Customers are happy with the picture quality of the antenna. They say it serves up crystal clear TV from every one up to 20 miles. Some customers also mention that the Superbowl was amazingly crystal clear and HD. They also say that it provides a very consistent picture on all major channels, with vivid improvements in colors. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality of picture reception.
"...It quickly picked up 57 channels and they all come over even more clear than what I was getting from my $175 monthly cable service...." Read more
"...These can be hit or miss. Some of them look pretty good/sharp, while others are overly compressed and look like a blurry old VHS tape...." Read more
"...in digital noise is impressive, and I've also observed a vivid improvement in colors, adding an extra layer of brilliance to my favorite shows...." Read more
"...Overall, the stations available look very good so far, but we shall see when rain comes or when trees regain leaves this spring...." Read more
Customers like the value of the antenna. They say it's well worth the money, it'll save them a lot of money, and it'd be a decent product.
"...TV has a no cost free guide that allows me to select just “New” recordings if I want...." Read more
"...service for $60/mo with a $5 credit for auto pay, no contract, no equipment fees and can cancel anytime...." Read more
"...For the price I think this is a great bang for the buck. Not the cheapest and not the most expensive but preforms solid from my attic." Read more
"...It's actually a very good product...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the antenna. They mention it's well-made, solid, and provides clear and great TV reception. The antenna is easy to assemble and reliable, providing access to 21 channels. It's a well-rated quality antenna that's consistent through stormy weather.
"...The entire thing is solidly made and was easy to put together and install...." Read more
"...Last night, it was still spotty, but this morning it's rock solid. I'm not sure what has changed. Have they pumped up their signal?..." Read more
"...it was pretty easy to see that I'd received an antenna that was not brand new...." Read more
"...Its exceptional performance, ease of assembly, and reliability make it a standout choice for anyone seeking a superior over-the-air TV experience...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the antenna. Some mention that it's relatively compact and seamlessly fits into any space, while others say that it is too bulky and the base of the mount is very small.
"...This antenna is fairly compact and relatively easy to install indoors in an attic...." Read more
"...The base of the mount is very small...." Read more
"...It was easy to assemble and it is small and light enough, it looks nice. I installed it in the attic. There are a few things I wish were better...." Read more
"...for me to install for him and it has a sleek design and seamlessly fits into any space...." Read more
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All that said, this may not work in your situation. First check on the rabbitears.info website to see what stations and what power levels you have at your location. As noted, most of the UHF transmitters are in the same direction about 35 miles away, so it worked really well for me. The major stations have very strong signal strength/quality according to my TV tuner, and I do not see any drop outs. The website tells you the signal margin for the stations -- the lower the number, the less likely you are to pick it up. The lowest power station I picked up was 5dB signal margin, with the antenna pointed at it. There was another station listed in the same direction with the same signal margin, but I could not pick it up -- the rabbitears site, may be slightly out of date (but not as bad as TVfool). I may have been able to do better with a roof mount. If your area has poor signal margin and stations spread out in multiple directions, this may not be for you. If the signal margin is good, then you can use the direction on the website to help point the antenna towards the transmitters. (Note: I was looking at TVFool, but as of Sept 2022, the information in my area is out of date, with many stations listed on the wrong RF channel).
With the stations, you'll want to note the difference between VHF (RF channel 2-13) and UHF (RF channel 14+), and the difference between RF channel (what the frequency the channel actually on) and display channel (what shows up on your TV). Your local NBC 8, might really be transmitting on RF channel 25. This is important for pointing your antennas and figuring out if this will work for you. The UHF channels use the round antennas with the grid, and the VHF antenna is the separate part with two horizontal elements. You can attach the VHF antenna to the grid behind the UHF antennas, or you can mount in separately. The VHF antenna will give the best reception perpendicular to the elements (both in front and out back). Depending on your location, you may need to point it between two transmitters to pick up both, or you may only be able to pick up one or the other.
As far as stations go, you'll see a lot of reviews of people who get dozens of channels -- I picked up 70. However, you'll want to be realistic about what you are really getting. The major networks will typically transmit in HD and may look even better than the compressed version you get on cable. They will also have some extra sub-channels that are in standard definition. These can be hit or miss. Some of them look pretty good/sharp, while others are overly compressed and look like a blurry old VHS tape. This is on the TV station, not the transmitter -- with digital TV you either pick up the station or you don't (with a small part in between where it is blocky/jumpy). Beyond quality, there is content. Out of the 70 stations I pick up, many of them don't interest me personally -- I don't watch the 5 shopping channels I pick up. I also have several duplicate sub-channels, so those don't really count. So if you are thinking about cutting the cable cord, take a look through the websites of the channels you are likely to pick up and see if they are really of interest. You might really be left with PBS (plus a couple of subchannels), the major networks (ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX), then a bunch of things you may or may not watch depending on interest (ION, CW, ME-TV, GRIT, Bounce, Defy, COMET, LAFF, QVC, HSN).
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
All that said, this may not work in your situation. First check on the rabbitears.info website to see what stations and what power levels you have at your location. As noted, most of the UHF transmitters are in the same direction about 35 miles away, so it worked really well for me. The major stations have very strong signal strength/quality according to my TV tuner, and I do not see any drop outs. The website tells you the signal margin for the stations -- the lower the number, the less likely you are to pick it up. The lowest power station I picked up was 5dB signal margin, with the antenna pointed at it. There was another station listed in the same direction with the same signal margin, but I could not pick it up -- the rabbitears site, may be slightly out of date (but not as bad as TVfool). I may have been able to do better with a roof mount. If your area has poor signal margin and stations spread out in multiple directions, this may not be for you. If the signal margin is good, then you can use the direction on the website to help point the antenna towards the transmitters. (Note: I was looking at TVFool, but as of Sept 2022, the information in my area is out of date, with many stations listed on the wrong RF channel).
With the stations, you'll want to note the difference between VHF (RF channel 2-13) and UHF (RF channel 14+), and the difference between RF channel (what the frequency the channel actually on) and display channel (what shows up on your TV). Your local NBC 8, might really be transmitting on RF channel 25. This is important for pointing your antennas and figuring out if this will work for you. The UHF channels use the round antennas with the grid, and the VHF antenna is the separate part with two horizontal elements. You can attach the VHF antenna to the grid behind the UHF antennas, or you can mount in separately. The VHF antenna will give the best reception perpendicular to the elements (both in front and out back). Depending on your location, you may need to point it between two transmitters to pick up both, or you may only be able to pick up one or the other.
As far as stations go, you'll see a lot of reviews of people who get dozens of channels -- I picked up 70. However, you'll want to be realistic about what you are really getting. The major networks will typically transmit in HD and may look even better than the compressed version you get on cable. They will also have some extra sub-channels that are in standard definition. These can be hit or miss. Some of them look pretty good/sharp, while others are overly compressed and look like a blurry old VHS tape. This is on the TV station, not the transmitter -- with digital TV you either pick up the station or you don't (with a small part in between where it is blocky/jumpy). Beyond quality, there is content. Out of the 70 stations I pick up, many of them don't interest me personally -- I don't watch the 5 shopping channels I pick up. I also have several duplicate sub-channels, so those don't really count. So if you are thinking about cutting the cable cord, take a look through the websites of the channels you are likely to pick up and see if they are really of interest. You might really be left with PBS (plus a couple of subchannels), the major networks (ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX), then a bunch of things you may or may not watch depending on interest (ION, CW, ME-TV, GRIT, Bounce, Defy, COMET, LAFF, QVC, HSN).
After opening the box and checking the contents, it was pretty easy to see that I'd received an antenna that was not brand new. The Loop Element Base had been re-mounted incorrectly on the Reflector. The screws that held it in place were covered with scratches, as if someone had used a steak knife instead of a Phillips screwdriver to tighten them.
The four Roof Sealing Pads (used in mounting the J Mount Mast to a roof) were completely fused together into a useless clump. It appeared as though they had been melted together. They were fused into such a sticky mess that I couldn't even remove them from their plastic packaging (the whole mess was stuck to the inside of the bag). As this is Chicago, and it's mid-winter, it's very unlikely that this fusion happened at my end. Fortunately, I am using this antenna indoors, so the Sealing Pads are not needed.
Assembly of the antenna was pretty easy and straightforward using the instruction sheet, once I'd re-positioned the Loop Element Base. The only issue I had was attaching the J Mount Mast for use indoors. The only instructions given are for mounting the antenna outdoors, on a roof. Anyone using the antenna indoors (like in an apartment) is strictly on their own. If you attach the mount as instructed for outdoor use, you will have an unstable installation that tips over.
The base of the mount is very small. Its J shape causes the setup to be unbalanced if you try to stand it up using the supplied Mount Base, without bolting the base into something. Not a good solution for an apartment dweller. After some thought, I decided to mount the mast upside-down, with the J at the top (almost like an extended handle). That's working fine for me now, although it's still not the most stable setup. If I have any issues with toppling over, I may consider buying a broader piece of wood and screw the Mount Base onto that.
After assembling the antenna and attaching the coax (not supplied) between the antenna and my iMac, I attempted to scan for channels using Elgato's EyeTV. Many attempts at scanning gave no results.
Antennas Direct strongly indicates that they want you to call their Helpline before considering returning their product. They do this by putting the message, "Call To Learn. Don't Return." on several parts of the packaging: 1) on the outside of the box, there's a sticker with that message, 2) that same sticker is on the plastic bag that holds the Loop Element, 3) there's a singe-page insert included in the box that shows a big, red STOP sign and the message, "Do NOT return to store", and 4) 50% of the backside of the instructions sheet has the "Call To Learn. Don't Return." message printed with instructions for how to contact the Helpline.
I called the Helpline when I was having trouble scanning. I spoke with a very disinterested woman who told me she knew nothing about EyeTV and could not help. She asked me if I could face the antenna towards a window. When I explained my apartment setup, she said that I would definitely not be able to get a signal. At that point I asked, "I should return the antenna, then?" and she was very quick to agree. The whole call took less than 5 minutes.
I packaged up the antenna and requested a return from Amazon, then did a little bit of googling to look for another antenna. During that search, I found a message board entry from someone who had a similar problem to mine regarding EyeTV and scanning. He noted that he'd had to use EyeTV's "Manually Add Channel..." feature in order to get all of his channel listings.
I unpacked, re-assembled, and re-connected the antenna. Sure enough, by manually adding channels, I had excellent reception on all available OTA channels with the exception of CBS 2.1 (the only VHF channel in Chicago - most Chicago area folks have trouble getting CBS via OTA signal, so I didn't fault the antenna for this in my star rating).
Like an idiot, I called the Antennas Direct Helpline again to see if I could get some advice on picking up CBS. This time I spoke with a man who was as equally disinterested in my success as the first woman. He recommended I buy and FM Trap and attach it to the antenna. When I asked for instruction regarding how to attach an FM Trap to my Clearstream antenna, he said, "Put it between the antenna and the coax cable." When I asked for more specifics regarding how to do that, (i.e. at the antenna end, or the computer end?), he suggested that I buy the trap from Radio Shack and that someone at Radio Shack would be able to give me instructions. Again, the call lasted less than 5 minutes and I got bad advice from a disinterested "antenna specialist" (so-named by Antennas Direct). I did not buy an FM Trap, BTW...
ADDITIONAL SIDENOTE: Although it can take nearly 24 hours to SHIP a product, returns are processed almost immediately and are completely IMPOSSIBLE to cancel through Amazon or UPS. (Again, this did not effect my star rating of the antenna.)
I gave the Antennas Direct C2-V-CJM ClearStream 2-V Long Range UHF/VHF Indoor/Outdoor DTV Antenna with 20-Inch Mount 4 stars because I definitely "like" it. I get great reception most of the time (weather and time of day have an effect, but that's not the antenna's fault). I dropped a star due to the lack of instructions and appropriate mast/mounting for indoor use, the condition of the product as sent from Antennas Direct, and the really, *really* poor service from the Helpline that Antennas Direct bends over backwards to *insist* that you use.