Does this tv require cable hook up .... or is the antenna it comes with sufficient to receive local channels?
1569642
I had to use a directional antenna to get my local channels. I live 15 miles from the TV tower. I never used this TV on cable.
122522
The unit come with option but you have to get digital TV tuner to get local TV
955688
It doesn't have any channels like actual cable TV, think of streaming websites instead. I believe it came pre-installed with the main video add-ons and you just search or browse them for what you are looking for. Includes all cables. I got the wireless keyboard and mouse combo makes life easier.
1151387
I live in Massachusetts and I don't have cable, I purchased an indoor antenna from Radio Shack and I get the local ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox plus quite a few more channels and two shopping channels, QVC and HSN. The channels come in great. If you were planning to use an antenna on your roof, I can't comment on that because I'm using a very small indoor antenna. I tried the indoor antenna and it worked for me, but from reading comments about antennas, some people have tried a few before finding one that worked the best. So price wise, I went small, in case, I needed to purchase another one. I love this TV, and I'm amazed at how good it is. Best of Luck.
536287
It's not a cable box. It's for local channels only, and to be used with old televisions that do not have the technology already built in.
1824519
No, you don't need cable. To find out what channels will be available to you go to this website and enter your address https://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&Itemid;=29 Each digital channel, for example ch 4, may have several sub-channels (4-1, 4-2, etc) which usually have different programing. In our area, we receive somewhere around 50 different broadcasted channels over the air. Some we have opted out of because of the content, some are in Spanish and I am trying to learn Spanish so we opt in on those. Hope this helps
1840729
The antenna is an over the air antenna with a coaxial cable out. Works very well to pick up "free tv" but you would place the other end into your televisions coaxial input not hdmi.
252451
Unless you are on cable or satellite, you will need an antenna for Over-The-Air local broadcasts. Just like any TV. If you have strong local channels, a simple rabbit ears will probably work fine.
110248
Well, I can get several local TV stations without a cable box. I removed the Verizon box and it picks up about 20 stations. And they come in better without the box.
2139368
Yes. The TV is cable compatible. If you have any problems hooking it up, the manufacturer's help-line will be glad to assist you.
61329
"Cable"? As in, pay a provider for TV?NO!A strong internet connection would be nice, but not necessary. Depends on how you wanna use it
1153717
I have mine hooked up to cable. I need to move in the included antenna to receive good radio reception.
1416805
Built in antenna... but we live in the mountains and the reception is fickle. The tv works well, though, as we have it connected to DirectTV. You can get their music stations, so that may help you decide.
1160074
No.If you want hook it up to HDTV,HDTV cable is required but I don't have one.
822830
Can I hook up a regular converter box to this t.v. and get my local channels? I ordered this t.v. and I do not have cable or any paid services.
1344107
I didn't either, and that was a concern of mine before I bought the product. The antenna comes with a standard coaxial connection, just like a cable box does. It's a simple screw in to the TV. I recommend having a wall outlet nearby, since you have to power the antenna with either a usb (which is not an option for you) or a 110 volt outlet.
495182
You can buy any high defination television antenna from Best Buy, Kmart or Target stores . You will receive local digital tv channels.