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DTV100 MARINE HD TV/FM ANTENNA

$ 249.95

“The DTV100 is a high performance, omni-directional TV antenna providing great reception of the latest digital, terrestrial TV signals while afloat.”

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KEY FEATURES

The DTV100 is a high performance, omni-directional TV antenna for boat providing great reception of the latest digital, terrestrial TV signals while afloat.

The Digital Yacht DTV100’s super sensitive design and hi gain amplifier, suck in even the weakest of signals.  It’s omni-directional too so requires no complicated aligning plus it will also provide a feed for an FM stereo radio.

Most countries are now transmiting national free to view digital TV channels, some even in HD. Therefore, with the DTV100’s sleak 280mm (11″) diameter, high sensitivity, omni-directional antenna design and fully adjustable, high gain, powered amplifier (-7dB to 29dB), you can tune in to all of them with perfect digital reception.

Start taking advantage of free HD digital TV entertainment today and enjoy a few home luxuries on board.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Very high performance omni-directional marine TV antenna for boat
• Global reception capability of latest DVB/HDTV signals
• TV and FM radio outlets
• Below deck mounted amplifier with -7dB to +29dB gain control
• Pole or standard 1″x14TPI adaptor mounting capability
• Supplied with 10m (33ft) coax
• Optional dual TV outlet amplifier
• 12v or 24v Operation
• Just 280mm (11″) diameter
• Antenna Weight approximately 2lbs (0.9Kg)

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• Pole and 1” x14TPI thread mount adaptors
• Amplifier with 1 x TV and 1 x FM output
• Power lead and fixings

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For Your Viewing Pleasure: The Best Marine TV Antenna for Boats

Obviously, you don't need a TV on your boat. But you might want one.  Between GPS navigation systems , VHF radios and smartphones, you have plenty of access to safety and weather information.

Sometimes, though, you just want to (and should) get out of the sun for a while. Relaxing with your favorite show or movie is a good way to recharge for more fun in the sun. And that smartphone screen isn't really big enough for everybody to watch. 

What if rain and other weather conditions are keeping everybody below deck ? If you have kids, you'll understand the benefits of having alternate entertainment on hand. Probably more than most.

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A few benefits to having a TV onboard include:

• Provide weather updates from local stations
• Check local news
• Entertain the kids or yourself in the evening or during bad weather
• Check out the cooking shows for a killer seafood recipe

Whether you have a liveaboard trawler , a weekend getaway cuddy cabin, a pontoon boat or a sport fishing boat , having a TV onboard makes perfect sense.

That, however, comes with a few technicalities. Mainly, how do you get good reception (or any reception at all) out on the water? 

Read on for some tips and examples to choose the best marine TV antenna for your boating lifestyle.

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How Does a Marine TV Antenna Work?

Marine TV antennas pull signals from towers or satellites just like the one in your house. The only difference is that the boat is moving. Thus, the signal is never in the same place (okay, the signal is technically in the same place, but the boat isn't).

This leads to several issues to overcome when choosing the best antenna for a boat. You'll want to consider the distances and locations where you typically boat. This will help determine the strength and type that's best for your boating lifestyle. 

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Key Features of the Best Marine TV Antenna

Consider these key features when choosing a marine TV antenna.

Distance from Land

Take into consideration how far from the land you'll be. If you spend most of your TV viewing time at the liveaboard marina , you probably won't need a super-strong antenna.

But if you're way offshore, you'll definitely need something that's strong enough to get reception.

Signal strength is an important factor to consider when looking for a marine TV antenna. Most antennas these days are digital. You'll want to consider the distance you'll be trying to tune in. If you rarely go more than a mile or two, you won't need as much signal strength.

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Long-range Reception

If you'll be heading far offshore, you'll want a marine TV antenna with long-range reception. This means that it'll receive local signals from a long distance away.

Non-corrosive Construction

Water, wind, salt , sand and sun ... what more can I say? Marine-grade components are a given when it comes to boating and the great outdoors.

You want all of the  stainless steel and UV resistance you can get. One tip: if it's made for an RV, it's probably good for a boat.

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Low-Noise Amplifier

A low-noise amplifier boosts signals with very low strength while preventing additional noise and static (a typical amplifier will increase the strength and the noise).

If you have two TVs, you'll want a low-noise amplifier so the signal strength isn't compromised.

Amplifier Signals

• Amplified:  If an antenna is amplified, it means that the amplifier is built into the housing. It's a good choice when there aren't strong TV signals in the area as it can bring in signals from a greater distance. This type is a good choice for a marine situation.
• Non-amplified:  Non-amplified antennas are commonly used inside. They're best when you're near towers with little to no interference. I don't recommend this type for boating purposes (unless, of course, you only watch TV at the marina and there's a tower nearby).

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• Directional:  A directional antenna lets you point it at the strongest signal. Now, on a boat, that's not necessarily a positive thing, as the boat is often moving. If you only watch TV at the marina, this might work out okay.
• Omnidirectional:  With an omnidirectional antenna, no turning is required to pick up a good signal. It's an automatic kind of thing. I highly recommend this type for any boating application.

DISH Network or DIRECTV- Compatible Receiver

If you already have a satellite subscription to DISH Network or DIRECTV, you might want to find an antenna receiver that's compatible.

Often, you can simply add it to your current subscription to get all the fancy channels along with the local stations. You'll never miss a game ever again!

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The Best Marine TV Antennae

1. 1byone amplified marine antenna.

The 1 by one Amplified Marine Antenna provides horizontal 360-degree reception . It's fast and easy to set up and receives free broadcast HD TV signals for stations such as ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS and FOX.

The kit includes the main unit, a power supply with a gain adjustor , a DC 12V input wire kit and a stainless-steel straight mount .

I really enjoy the saucer-like shape of this marine TV antenna. It may stand out a bit more than a small dome-shaped one (read on), but you're gonna get great reception.

• Direction : Omni-directional
• Power : DC 12V or 24V
• Dimensions : 15.75" x 8.66" x 15.75"

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2. LAVA RVHD-2015 Marine HDTV Antenna

The LAVA RVHD provides omni-directional reception with a signal that doesn't fade with movement (a great feature for boats). It supports AM, FM, VHF and UHF frequencies and boasts a receiving range up to 80 miles .

The waterproof housing is UV-resistant with durable injection-molded ASA material . Being that it's specifically designed for moving vehicles such as boats and RVs, I have to give top nods to this model.

• Power : DC 12V
• Dimensions : 12.4" x 12.1" x 5.6"

3. Shakespeare 3004 SeaWatch Marine TV Antenna

The low noise and compact dome shape of the Shakespeare 3004 Sea Watc h give it high marks for me. With the low noise amplifier , weaker signals are amplified to get a better picture.

It's omnidirectional with 360-degree performance , receives all local HD signals and has lots of options for power (such as AC, DC or even USB).

The small and unobtrusive shape won't take up too much space on your boat. Best of all, no assembly is required.

• Power : AC, DC or USB
• Dimensions : 10" x 9" x 5"

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4. Winegard Company PA-1000 DISH Playmaker Satellite TV Antenna

If you already have DISH at home, the Winegard Company PA-1000 is the perfect choice. It's easy to set up and is compatible with your current DISH subscription .

It's powered by a single coax connection through DISH receiver. It automatically finds DISH HD satellite orbital locations to make it easy to watch your favorite shows on the hook.

It's compact and portable enough to be taken anywhere. When you're done on the boat, pack it up and take it to the tailgating party. 

You can purchase a tripod mount or a window mount for even better reception.

• Power : Single coax connection through DISH
• Dimensions : 12" x 12" x 18"

It's true. Your main boating goal may be to just enjoy the boat, the water and the great outdoors. Mine is, anyway.

Once you've pulled up anchor  and chains  and put away all the snorkeling gear, floating water mats and other toys, it's always nice to be able to check weather conditions, catch up on the news or have a bit of entertainment after being out in the sun all day.

Hopefully, you've picked up a few ideas on the best marine TV antenna for your boat.

Happy boating!

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The Seawatch® series of TV antennas are omni-directional, over-the-air digital HDTV solutions that bring sleek lines and 360° high-performance coverage to your watercraft or RV. Design to accept common 1” -14 threaded mounts, the antennas are well suited to fit virtually any mobile lifestyle application.

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• Omni-directional

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It is a quiet Saturday evening, riding at anchor somewhere remote, and the promised summer weather hasn’t materialised. If your thoughts on a chill night aboard are turning from stargazing to X Factor, you’ll need a proper digital TV (DVB-T) antenna that is capable of receiving signals from the nearest TV transmitter.

Unless you are desperate not to miss a single frame of TV, then you’re unlikely to want to spend £1,000 or so on a tracking dish antenna. Terrestrial digital TV signals can be picked up from a good number of transmitters, both those on the coast and some inland masts as well, with a simple omni-directional passive antenna. There are plenty that will do the job, but what makes a good one?

In Britain, TV signals are broadcast from Ch21 to Ch60, or 474MHz to 786MHz in frequency terms. Technically, this is quite a wide range of to be able to tune into with any accuracy, so for this reason all wideband aerials are somewhat of a compromise and the clarity of reception in more remote areas can leave something to be desired!

In a domestic situation your TV antenna will be tuned into your nearest (or most powerful) terrestrial TV transmitter by pointing it directly at the mast. However, if you’re cruising along the coast, stopping at different destinations each night, you’re not going to be able to fine-tune your aerial unless you know exactly where the nearest mast is located. Besides, it’s quite a fiddly job tweaking a unidirectional antenna to find the best signal and, of course, if it’s at the masthead for the better reception, that’s pretty much out of the question.

Unfortunately, directional aerials are usually quite long (2½ft – 3½ft), heavy and not ideally suited to masthead mounting, so the sailing yacht owner is limited in choice.

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Intellian’s i-Series antennas provide outstanding TV reception for boats as small as 7 meters (20ft) all the way up to the most luxurious yachts. Only Intellian offers exclusive - and patented – technologies that make watching TV onboard easier and more enjoyable than you ever imagined.

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Intellian’s patented Wide Range Search (WRS) and Dynamic Beam Tilting technology enables faster signal tracking reducing noise and wear on the antenna.

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All i-Series antenna systems are capable of receiving High Definition (HD) programming from any Ku Band Satellite TV service provider where available. For DIRECTV in the US the s-Series should be used.

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With a single cable connecting the antenna control unit (ACU) to the antenna, installing Intellian’s i-Series is quick and easy, with the ACU display making setup straightforward.

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DTV100 MARINE HD TV/FM ANTENNA

£ 198.00

“The DTV100 is a high performance, omni-directional TV antenna providing great reception of the latest digital, terrestrial TV signals while afloat.”

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KEY FEATURES

The DTV100 is a high performance, omni-directional TV antenna for boat providing great reception of the latest digital, terrestrial TV signals while afloat.

The Digital Yacht DTV100’s super sensitive design and hi gain amplifier, suck in even the weakest of signals.  It’s omni-directional too so requires no complicated aligning plus it will also provide a feed for an FM stereo radio.

Most countries are now transmiting national free to view digital TV channels, some even in HD. Therefore, with the DTV100’s sleak 280mm (11″) diameter, high sensitivity, omni-directional antenna design and fully adjustable, high gain, powered amplifier (-7dB to 29dB), you can tune in to all of them with perfect digital reception.

Start taking advantage of free HD digital TV entertainment today and enjoy a few home luxuries on board.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Very high performance omni-directional marine TV antenna for boat
• Global reception capability of latest DVB/HDTV signals
• TV and FM radio outlets
• Below deck mounted amplifier with -7dB to +29dB gain control
• Pole or standard 1″x14TPI adaptor mounting capability
• Supplied with 10m (33ft) coax
• Optional dual TV outlet amplifier
• 12v or 24v Operation
• Just 280mm (11″) diameter
• Antenna Weight approximately 2lbs (0.9Kg)

For further information download the trade preview here

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Best VHF antenna: 7 top options to improve your signal

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Often taken for granted, a yacht's VHF radio is extremely important as both a transmitter and receiver. Even in our globally-connected world, VHF is often our only means of connection whilst at sea, and units are only as good as their VHF antenna...

Aside from the safety aspect, navigation alerts and weather updates, the non-essential uses of VHF radios are broad – from communication to and from the Race Committee for start procedure and courses, to having a chat mid-ocean with other open-sea rovers. They can also be used to book restaurants and order delivery pizzas in many a safe anchorage.

The importance of clear and robust VHF signal is crucial. You don’t want the anchovy topping on your Neapolitan when you specifically didn’t order it, or vigorous mocking for sailing round the wrong mark due to poor VHF reception.

To get the best performance out of your VHF antenna it is not so much about boosting your signal, as to try as much as possible to reduce the signal losses in your system, which are always inevitable.

The main focus of this guide is at the opposite end to the radio – the VHF antenna – very much the key part of the system, and there are several choices on the market. Unobstructed elevation is key to the mounting of the antenna. Ideally this should ensure a clear line of sight – so the mast head is the favoured location.

Our guide to the best VHF antenna options is broken down into 3 sub-categories:

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Shakespeare S/S Whip VHF With Hawk Windex

Multi-use money saver

This combined Antenna and windex cleans up the top of any mast.

Particularly good on mastheads with a little more space, to fit this unit there must be enough room to avoid any conflict between the wind gear wand and the stainless steel whip antenna.

Boats with a mast crane would benefit from reducing the clutter at the masthead, as would those with forward-facing wind gear.

The Shakespeare brand (sold as V-Tronix in Europe) is one of the leaders in the VHF antenna field, so it’s easy to find after-sales support.

Combining the windex and VHF antenna to reduce the clutter really does makes a lot of sense!

Reasons to buy – Combines two of essential bits of masthead kit – Spares kits for the windex part are readily available

Reasons to avoid – Not available to all – there may be a conflict between the S/S Whip and the masthead unit

Gain – 3 dB Max Power – 50 Watts Weight – 250g Length – 0.9m

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The grand prix choice

The beauty of the V-tronix heliflex stub is the low profile size and its robust rubber construction.

A favourite in the racing world to reduce windage, and fitted on the majority of raceboats to date, it can be easily mounted on the craneless grand prix-style rigs.

Its squat size means it’s shorter than the wind gear and the windex – space really is at a premium at the top of a race rig and simplicity is the key.

The heliflex part of the name is a reference to the VHF antenna coil all under the rubberised skin – this spiral set up gives the antenna the length and reception required for great reception

Reasons to buy – The favourite of Grand Prix racers – Small and compact to save space and reduce windage – Made in a robust and weatherproof rubber casing – its tough!

Reasons to avoid – Because of its diminutive size its important to give it as clear a mounting as possible

Gain – 3dB Max power – 50 watts Weight – 50g Length – 0.15m

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But what if you can’t mount a VHF antenna on the masthead?

Not sure where to mount the VHF antenna due to difficulties and obstructions like bulkheads and access to the mast itself? Well, all is not lost.

For the most efficient signal, the main direction of the focus of the antenna is horizontally – there certainly isn’t quite as much need for cover directly up or down for that matter –  but the heel and the motion of the yacht are considered in the design, and manufacturers do allow for this. So finding a spot which limits obstructions is the goal.

Somewhere else on the mast, elevated or aftward, are the next best spots – so long as it’s clear of running backstays and anything else that may damage it or obstruct its view.

An interesting (first world) problem some sailing superyachts have encountered is that they have a VHF black spot just a few metres around the yacht itself, created by the mast. So the solution has been to add a couple more antenna lower down and on either side of the mast to allow complete unobstructed coverage.

Let’s have a look at some versatile whip antenna for mast or deck mounting.

Whip antennae

The versatile options – on mast or deck

Metz Mantra 6 VHF Whip Antenna

Cruisers’ favourite

This little antenna is widely considered the best whip antenna on the market. It’s been around for 40 years and is favoured by the US Coastguard and many a seasoned cruiser.

With the coil guaranteed for life and the stainless whip replaceable, this little unit up for the challenge of long-term cruising .

Happy on the mast or transom, this is one tough antenna – but some do warn of making sure the cable-end connection is properly protected from the elements.

Reasons to buy – Widely regarded as the king of the cruisers – Guarantees and spares available

Reasons to avoid – Harder to find in Europe, but not impossible – Slightly more expensive than very similar offerings from the bigger rivals

Gain – 3dB Max power – 250 watts Weight – 230g Length – 0.87m

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Shakespeare Squatty 5215 Whip Antenna (5214 in the US)

King of the Whip title challenger

These antennae are suited equally well on the masthead or the pushpit. This style is definitely a favourite of many seasoned ocean cruisers.

This is Shakespeare’s version, closely resembling the famous Metz Mantra but at a fraction of the cost. The whip-style antenna is small and light but very capable of great coverage, standing at 1m high.

The stainless-steel whip also has a fair bit of flexibility, which means it can take some accidental bending without damage, so when hauling in that prize tuna mid-ocean, you don’t have to worry so much about any breakages in the heat of the fight (in the VHF antenna department at least!)

Reasons to buy – A great little whip antenna from a high-quality brand – Widely available – Nice price point

Reasons to avoid – Up against stiff opposition for the title – Bit of a compromise compared to antennae made specifically for masthead or deck

Gain – 3dB Max power – 50 watts Weight – 650g Length – 1m

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Supergain Glomex Task Whip Antenna

A smaller alternative

This tiny 530mm whip antenna was designed with RIBs in mind – but it also packs the same punch as you get in a VHF antenna twice its size.

Because of its RIB heritage it certainly is built to survive the bounciest conditions – perfect for those who either choose to or always find themselves with long upwind battles.

This would benefit from being mounted as high as possible but it seems to be pretty impressive even sat on the push pit. Quick to take on and off, it is well worth a look at, especially for smaller boats

Reasons to buy – Small and mighty – used to a proper work out – Easy to find a suitable elevated spot, due to its compact size

Reasons to avoid – Mount with care – it’s as easy to place it in a position of poor reception

Gain – 3dB Max power – 50 watts Weight – 125g Length – 0.53m

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Fibreglass antennae

These fibreglass sturdy antennae will get you the best reception if deck mounting is your only option.

Lowrance (Simrad) 1710 VHF Antenna Ultraglass Q

This fiberglass antenna comes under many different company names – Lowrance, Simrad and B&G, all big players in the marine electronics world.

It comes with two fibreglass antenna parts which gives you two different possible configurations of antenna length.

Normal useable length is 1m, which is ideal for using in port or anchorage, but this can be extended to a whopping 2.4m when needed.

The connection is quick fit, so is part of the mount, which makes it really easy to remove the VHF antenna when you are not using the boat for extended periods without having to worry able cable runs.

Reasons to buy – Extremely adaptable with two different length options – Easily removable

Reasons to avoid – More care needed on connections from the environment when not connected

Gain – 6dB (max) Max Power – 100 watts ( max) Weight – 400g Length – 2.4m

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Shakespeare Galaxy 5225 XT (white) 5226XT (black)

The go-to fibreglass deck mounted antenna for a decent signal, and globally available.

It is extra tough, hence the XT label, and comes in a choice of white or black with a UV protective polyurethane finish to keep it looking smart.

At 2.4m this antenna is probably as long as you would wish on a sailboat, but does get you the sort of boosted signal you need when not using the mast to get great coverage.

As mentioned previously, Shakespeare is a brand at the top of the game, so reliability is good and there is plenty of support, including a five-year warranty.

Reasons to buy – A very popular antenna from a leading brand. – Super stiff and tough which will last a long time – Great coverage from deck level

Reasons to avoid – Big. About as big as you can would want to get away with, so quite obtrusive

Gain –6dB Max Power – 100 watts Weight – 1800g Length – 2.4m

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Everything you need to know about your VHF antenna

• Sam Fortescue
• September 27, 2023

The range and effectiveness of your yacht’s radio communication depends on the dimensions, position and quality of your VHF antenna. Sam Fortescue explains

When Guglielmo Marconi began sending radio messages between coastal radio stations and ships at sea in 1897, there were plenty who predicted the technology would have very limited scope. Yet, just four years later, Marconi succeeded in transmitting a radio signal across the Atlantic Ocean, from Cornwall to Newfoundland, an experiment that required an extraordinary 500ft-tall antenna held up in a gale by an enormous kite.

Today, a better understanding of the physics behind radio waves, along with huge leaps in technology, mean that the equipment now needed for yacht comms has been successfully miniaturised without sacrificing too much performance. A quality radio set with a good antenna setup can send and receive VHF signals over line of sight distances of 50 miles, even further in favourable conditions.

And the antenna is still absolutely key, as Ian Lockyer of radio set manufacturer Icom UK explains: ‘Even the best marine radios in the world will not perform to their optimum if connected to the wrong antenna. Much as the tyres of a sports car are the only contact point with the ground, providing the necessary grip and traction, a radio’s only contact point with the outside world is its antenna. It needs a well-matched antenna to allow the efficient conversion of electrical energy into radio waves.’

Just as worn tyres will undermine a car’s performance, an unsuitable VHF antenna or poor quality cabling will hamstring your radio. Poor positioning of your antenna or interference from other nearby antennas can also reduce range and clarity dramatically.

It’s also wise to have a redundant VHF antenna setup if you’re planning to head offshore for racing or blue-water cruising. Indeed, many events, such as the ARC, require it. You can, for example, run a spare cable up the companionway if the mast unit is damaged and mount a spare antenna on the pushpit.

The longer your antenna the higher the ‘gain’. Photo: Shutterstock

Amplifying the signal

An antenna’s job is to convert electromagnetic radiation (radio waves) into electric current and back again, depending on whether it is transmitting or receiving. Physics ensures that the electrons in the antenna do this in a predictable way, which can be amplified by your equipment to make the signal stronger – that is, to increase the volume you hear via a speaker, or achieve longer range in transmission.

In a perfect world, the antenna would be made of copper or some other ultra-conductive metal. But at the masthead, strength and corrosion resistance are all important, so stainless steel generally rules here. That said, leading antenna manufacturers such as Glomex, Shakespeare and Amphenol Procom do all make marine aerials with a copper antenna sheathed in protective fibreglass. The problem is the extra windage.

Antenna length vs wavelength

The dimensions of the antenna are key. Operating at 156-162MHz, maritime VHF bands have a wavelength between 1.72m and 1.92m (the distance between peaks). There is a relationship between this wavelength and the antenna length, which means that VHF aerials range from about 25cm up to 5-6m. In marine, they are available as a 50cm shortened, a 1m dipole (half wave), a 2.5m collinear gain or 5m-plus collinear gain unit. As sailors mount their antenna at the masthead, the 100cm option is the most common.

The longer the antenna, the higher the so-called ‘gain’ – a measure of the increase in the signal strength. With no gain, the signal would resemble an apple – being broadcast evenly in all directions. The higher the gain, the more it is squashed, like a flat peach – until it becomes a narrow disc. So higher gain means better range, but a narrower beam horizontal width. ‘On a sailboat, you would probably have 3dBi antenna, because the signal that comes out is like a big fat doughnut, or a lightbulb,’ says Dave Manasseh of antenna-maker Shakespeare.

‘So, as the boat rolls or pitches, you’ll still be able to see it. On a 6dBi antenna the signal is more like a row of torches, where the beam shoots up into the sky and down to the sea as you roll. If you’re going to use a higher gain antenna, you need to put it on a stable platform.’

VHF antenna height

Because radio signals are limited to a line-of-sight range, height is vital. An antenna positioned 2m above the waves will have a horizon of five miles, whereas one at 15m could manage ten miles. Assuming the receiving station has its antenna at a similar height, the range is doubled. Sea waves can obstruct the signal, which has a greater impact at lower heights.

Capable modern VHF radios are only as good as the cable, connectors and antenna they are connected to. Photo: Ian Geraint Jones/Shutterstock

Coaxial cable

You can have the best antenna in the world, perfectly installed at the masthead, but if the cabling that connects it to your VHF radio set is of poor quality, you’ll never get a good signal out of it. In the car analogy, it would be as if the fuel line to the engine were too narrow and you couldn’t use its maximum power.

Coaxial cable used in VHF setups has a conductive core surrounded by an insulator, with a metallic shield around that and an outer plastic sheath to protect it. The insulator keeps the core and the shield at a constant distance from each other, to maximise signal quality. And the shield is there to intercept electromagnetic interference and conduct it away from the sensitive core.

Just like electrical wiring, coaxial cable comes in different thicknesses and different qualities. Most of us will have the standard RG58 cable aboard. It’s entry-level stuff, with a copper core and a braided metal shield. It is flexible and relatively cheap, and good for shorter cable runs. For longer runs, you would benefit from using a more conductive cable, such as RG213/UR67, which has twice the diameter.

A coaxial’s core conductor is protected by an insulator and a metallic shield that prevents interference along its length. Photo: Flegere/Shutterstock

RG8X is another commonly used cable which sits between the two in terms of performance. But the sky is the limit – you can spend money on silver plating, quadruple shields, and more. ‘Coaxial cable has losses within it, so you want the best quality conductor for your antenna,’ explains Manasseh. ‘A solid copper element coated in silver has even fewer losses, but it only makes a difference at the extremities and costs twice the price.’

Ian Lockyer at Icom UK says that it depends on the length of the cable run. ‘As a rule of thumb, RG58 is good for up to 10m, and if you are using RG213, that is good for up to 30m. Any longer than that, and you need to go for Heliax.’

Most yachts have standard RG58 coaxial cabling

Good quality connectors are also important, and bear in mind that the more connectors there are in the system, the more points of potential failure and resistance there will be. Gold connectors offer the best conductivity, but are often subject to poor installation.

Many sailors will have Shakespeare’s V-Tronix Hawk fitted, combining a wind indicator and a 1m antenna. This comes with 20m of RG58 cable, and its base connector means that no other type of cable fits here.

‘Our standard Hawk whip flex comes with 20m of cable,’ says Manasseh. ‘It’s an acceptable amount of loss, but we advise you cut it to a minimum. Some people will keep the cable and coil it up behind the radio – never do that. Others leave a short 50cm pigtail of the RG58 to connect to the Hawk, then use an adapter to wire in a better quality cable down the mast and into the radio set.’

A cheap, simple splitter will accommodate FM and AIS

Masthead real-estate is pretty limited, and it’s tough to run new cables down the mast and through the deck. So most people prefer to use a single antenna for all their VHF requirements, including FM radio (88-108MHz) and AIS (161.975MHz and 162.025MHz). The same antenna and cable can certainly do this job, but you’ll need a signal splitter to separate the three elements and send them to the right devices.

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Where you have an AIS receiver only, you can fit a simple splitter for around £50. It is designed to prioritise the VHF and prevent your broadcast from being directed into the sensitive electronics of the FM and AIS gear.

It gets a little more complicated when you have an AIS transceiver that is also broadcasting at up to 12W itself. In this case, you need an active splitter which will switch between the two and isolate both. Some AIS units have these already built in, but you can buy external ones costing £200-£600. If you’re looking at something with a much lower price tag than that, beware! It probably only works with AIS receivers.

There is a downside to splitters, however. The electronics reduce the receive signal strength a little, chipping away at the gain of your antenna. This is especially true if you buy a cheap one. On the other hand, Vesper Marine claims its SP-160 splitter has the opposite effect because it contains a low-noise amplifier that actually boosts the incoming AIS signal (its 12dB figure provides no context, however). This could prove valuable with the proliferation of low-power MOB and SART beacons that use AIS.

Busy seaways are becoming saturated with digital vessel data

Improving bandwidth

The VHF spectrum is finite and there’s huge pressure on its use. Some busy marine areas inshore are so saturated with AIS data that broadcasting and reception becomes haphazard. Work is, though, now under way to broaden use of the marine VHF spectrum and harmonise it with satellite and terrestrial-based transceivers. It’s hoped that this so-called VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) will achieve 32 times better bandwidth.

VDES is still in early testing, so there are no products for leisure sailors that are capable of tapping into it. But many in the industry believe that will change in the next decade. Real-time weather observations, two-way comms and ice forecasts all become possible under VDES. And it will all be integrated into one unit. It’s a process that is already under way in products like Vesper Marine’s Cortex. Fortunately, the VHF component will function perfectly well with an existing antenna.

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• 24 Aug 2023

Hi all I have been looking at fitting a TV aerial to the outside of our yacht for use in UK waters. I have seen prices from £25 to £125 which leads me to ask 2 questions. 1. Will the cheaper ones be total rubbish 2. Is it worth going for the upper price, mid range or cheap? This will be uased in UK coastal waters, mainly the solent for free view. Any thoughts please  

• 26 Aug 2023

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Blimey - is Terrestrial TV still going in UK ?  

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Refueler said: Blimey - is Terrestrial TV still going in UK ? Click to expand...

AntarcticPilot

I bought a very small Cello TV, and it came with an aerial which works well sitting on a shelf inside the boat. I think the aerial is about £10.  

Amlov said: Yes, but only showing programmes from twenty years ago! Click to expand...

Don't forget, everything on tv comes with a warning now! this content could upset some viewers. contains mild sexual themes. some medical themes may upset (Doc Marten) if any contents upset you, ring our mental health line.  

• 27 Aug 2023

stuartwineberg

Leadsign portable indoor/outdoor tv aerial with magnetic base, 360°reception high gain digital freeview tv antenna, 4k 1080p vhf uhf (black) £13 from amazon. just run it out to sit on the boom or somewhere on the foredeck. excellent reception. apparently the preferred choice of canal boaters who can stick the magnetic base anywhere. you’ll need an extension cable ​.

stuartwineberg said: I’ve got one of these. LEADSIGN Portable Indoor/Outdoor TV Aerial with Magnetic Base, 360°Reception High Gain Digital Freeview TV Antenna, 4K 1080P VHF UHF (Black)​ £13 from Amazon. ​ just run it out to sit on the boom or somewhere on the foredeck. Excellent Reception. Apparently the preferred choice of canal boaters who can stick the magnetic base anywhere. You’ll need an extension cable ​ Click to expand...

PaulRainbow

PaulRainbow said: TV aerials are so 1970s. All channels and subscription TV is available over the internet, as most people know A decent data contract on your phone allows you to use it as a mobile hotspot, which gives you more TV than you want, every radio station in the country, email, internet etc. To use it all you can use a variety of methods. Smart TV (smaller model off the shelf TVs are often DC powered, through a "power brick), cheap as chips. Laptops, tablets etc. We have a "ships computer", which is just an off the shelf laptop. This connects to a Samsung LED TV using a HDMI cable so the TV just acts as a monitor.. The laptop is tucked out of the way and controlled by a wireless keyboard and mouse. Box sets, movies and music can be downloaded to the laptop for later viewing, all TV services are available (without an aerial), we get the internet and email on the TV screen, all normal computer programs are there, i can feed onboard N2K data to the laptop etc etc. You don't need to use all of these features, pick and mix as required. If you just want TV, a smart TV and a mobile hotspot works great. Click to expand...

stuartwineberg said: Pretty much agree except data packages come at a price and in quite a few location Beaulieu for one both the wifi and the mobile signal are very poor. We use a blend of smart tv over internet and over the air freeview depending on available signal Click to expand...

Shout out for talkmobile. 100G for about £12. Runs on the Vodafone system  

AntarcticPilot said: I just wonder if the expectation that it will be on a metal base means that it is designed to work best with a ground plane beneath it? Maybe it won't work so well on a GRP structure. Click to expand...

Some good points here folks, things to think about. Thanks  

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Get the best signal on your boat & yacht with our Marine aerials and antennas. 

We have a huge range of options and great prices on a variety of antennas such as  TV antenna & aerials ,  VHF antenna ,  AIS Antennas  and more.

All from well trusted marine brands like  Banten ,  Glomex ,  Vtronix ,  Shakespeare  and  Supergain .

Be sure to check out the  Brackets & Accessories  to see the antenna mount options available, as well as all the connectors and cable you need to get your marine antenna installed on board.

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• Digital Yacht
• Pacific Aerials
• Revolve Tec
• Shakespeare
• Standard Horizon
• Antenna Mounts
• Battery Gauges & Testers
• Brackets & Accessories
• Electronics
• Emergency Equipment
• Emergency VHF Aerials
• Marine Audio
• Marine Audio Cables & Accessories
• Mounting Brackets
• Switch Panels, Battery Switches & Battery Monitori
• TV Antennas
• TVs & TV Antennas
• VHF Mounts & Accessories
• WiFi Onboard
• £1.00 - £301.00
• £301.00 - £601.00
• £601.00 - £901.00
• £901.00 - £1,201.00
• £1,201.00 - £1,501.00
• £1,501.00 - £1,780.00
• Black Ferrule
• Chrome Ferrule
• White Ferrule
• Stainless Steel