Digital Antenna – Ryve

When the cheaper quote is often the most expensive.

Amber-Lou Santer — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 23:27:08 +0000

We come across poor workmanship all too often in our field. Often it follows cheap quotes.

The images below represent just a few examples of poor workmanship, when the installers don’t have the right tools to do the work or are rushing the job, leading to all sorts of problems which can often be time consuming to locate.

The image below shows the connector on the input is circular in shape in comparison with all the connectors which are hexagon in shape. This shows that the connector on the input has not been crimped like all the others allowing the cable to slide backwards as the connector is screwed in and therefore not making correct connection.

Further examples below show connectors which have come off, as they were not compressed onto the cable as they should be. This type of workmanship that fails to terminate connectors correctly is all too common.

Since the start of the NBN rollout we have been kept busy correcting these problems, which could be avoided with the correct training and tools. We also come across these issues a lot when diagnosing issues with TV Antenna systems in homes.

No one likes slow internet speeds, right? Too often we find that cabling has been tied in the ceiling or under the house along with all the power cabling. This creates errors in the data packets being transmitted, the devices then drop the speed to try and combat the issue.

Over half of all jobs which we receive are jobs that had already been attempted by other parties. Thankfully there is light at the end of the tunnel and here at RYVE we pride ourselves on being the final contractor to deliver the right result.

Keep this in mind when you next have a job quoted. How much of your time and effort do you want to invest in chasing people to fix issues that shouldn’t occur? Save yourself the headaches, frustration, time and money, give our friendly team a call.

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How to DYI antenna installation – DON’T do it!

Ryve — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 12:06:48 +0000

Installing a television antenna (a digital antenna) on a roof can not only be dangerous, but it also requires technical knowledge the average homeowner or regular electrician is unlikely to possess.

It’s worth knowing that many electricians are not trained in antenna installation or repairs. Electricians are trained in electrical wiring and lighting; and although some may be able to assist with your antenna, they are not directly trained in this area.

Reasons why you should get a professional antenna installation technician:

1. Rooftop Safety
TV antenna professionals are fully trained in safely installing antenna equipment on a variety of rooftops and high places and during a range of weather conditions.

2. Specialist Knowledge
Professional installers have specialist and detailed knowledge about how antennas work, ensuring you receive the best quality audio and picture possible.

3. Not Licensed
Unless you have the correct certifications, you won’t have the proper licensing to install the antenna, which leaves you open to experience issues with reception quality, affecting picture and audio. It’s worth noting many electricians don’t carry the proper licensing to complete antenna installations or repairs. Often Electricians don’t have a cabling license; they have an electrical license which means they can do electrical cabling. Electrical cabling covers power points and lighting. Antenna cabling is neither of these; It is coaxial; hence it’s essential to get a professional to install your antenna.
Our AV and antenna field technicians can complete all cabling requirements for antenna install or repair, and high-quality antennas can be purchased on our online shop.

4. Missing Tools and Additional TV outlets
Many digital antenna systems have specific connections and fittings; hence it’s unlikely the average homeowner (or electrician) has the tools necessary to complete the job correctly. Further, many people require more than one television to run from a single television antenna. A professional TV antenna installer can easily install other outlets, so every TV in your home produces a great picture with clear sound, whereas some electricians and most homeowners, don’t have the knowledge, tools or expertise to complete this both correctly and safely, if at all.

5. Save Money, Time and Effort
A professional TV antenna installer using high-quality equipment can ensure your antenna lasts its entire lifespan and warranty. A professionally installed high-quality antenna should last 15 or more years (unless your home is close to the sea, salt erosion does affect even the best antennas). A professional antenna installation or repair guarantees the job is done right, the first time, without hassle.

Get the best value and lifespan from your antenna by investing in a high-quality antenna and professional installation. Enjoy top quality picture and audio from your TV. For a professional, high-quality antenna installation job, talk to the Ryve team today.

The Ryve team are audiovisual and antenna installation and repair professionals who service all of Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria. Since 2002, Ryve have been installing home theatre systems, CCTV, home security, lighting, networking and internet, Wi-Fi, antennas, pre-wiring of homes and installation of audio/visual equipment. In recent years the team have become leading experts in home automation and pre-wire across Melbourne and southeastern suburbs including Ringwood, Croydon, Ferntree Gully, Glen Waverley, Box Hill, Oakleigh, Mount Waverley, Clayton and more. Contact us today to help you with all your audio visual and antenna needs.

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Help! I have bad TV reception

Ryve — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 05:07:21 +0000

Many people experience problems with their television, and there’s two ways to determine if the problem is related to the antenna:

1. The picture on your television will be pixelated;
2. The audio will be broken

If either the picture or audio is broken, you most likely have a problem with your antenna system and it may need to be repaired or replaced. If you’re suffering from an antenna system issue, it’s possible that:

– The antenna is past its lifespan
A good antenna, properly installed by a professional should last a 15-20 years. Cheap quality ones are known to last 1 -3 ( so investing in a quality one is a worthy investment!). If your residence is near the ocean, be wary that salt air erodes antennas much quicker than elsewhere.

– You have a poor quality antenna
It’s possible a poor quality antenna will deliver a pixelated picture and broken audio. At Ryve we only use top quality products, our Australian made Hills antennas are durable in the Australian climate and the Italian made Fracarro antennas are renowned for their quality and technology.

– You have an indoor antenna mounted outside
Sound silly? After operating for over 15 years in the Audio Visual industry, there’s not much the Ryve team haven’t seen, including DIY antenna installations. When responding to calls about antenna issues around Melbourne, Victoria; our team have occasionally found the owner has installed an inside antenna, outdoors. This won’t work well and your poor reception will continue as the antenna quickly deteriorates in the weather.

– Interference
Interference can affect sound and picture quality, but this is short lived. It’s possible bad weather or passing frequencies can temporarily affect your TV. Should your picture and sound quality continue to occur after the bad weather has departed, or for a prolonged period, the problem could likely be a more permanent interference, due to incorrect cable installation or type. Eg Installed to close to power or cabling with unsuitable shielding. Sometimes a faulty light transformer or appliance in the home can even be the cause.

– Poor cabling
The Ryve team often climb into a roof only to find the cabling installed was not designed for digital, guaranteeing a poor service or has been very poorly installed or terminated. Digital antennas require specific cabling & connections, as the old airspace cabling & some cheaper varieties don’t have good shielding properties. The quality of the cable matters as much as the quality of the antenna.

How to fix this?
Get a quality antenna with quality cabling that’s professionally installed to ensure top quality picture and audio on your TV. Purchase a Hills or Fracarro antenna from our online store and receive free delivery across Melbourne.

The Ryve team are audiovisual and antenna installation and repair professionals who service all of Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria. Since 2002, Ryve have been installing home theatre systems, CCTV, home security, lighting, networking and internet, Wi-Fi, antennas, pre-wiring of homes and installation of audio/visual equipment. In recent years the team have become leading experts in home automation and pre-wire across Melbourne and southeastern suburbs including Ringwood, Croydon, Ferntree Gully, Glen Waverley, Box Hill and more. Contact us today to help you with all your audio visual and antenna needs.

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Four reasons why an electrician should NOT install your TV antenna

Ryve — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 05:07:09 +0000

Often when people experience TV reception issues or believe they need a new antenna, their first thought is, “Call an electrician!”.

Many people are unaware of the qualifications of an electrician versus an AV or antenna field technician. Av and antenna cabling, fall under the telecommunications licensing act.

Installing a television antenna on a roof can not only be dangerous, but it also requires technical knowledge the average homeowner or regular electrician is unlikely to possess.

Electricians are not trained in antenna installation or repairs. Electricians are trained in electrical wiring and lighting; and although there may be a handful whom hold both licenses and can assist with your antenna, we are finding more and more that this is usually not the case. Such a growing proportion of our work, is now, unfortunately, fixing up jobs which have been incorrectly or poorly installed by electricians.

Reasons, why you should get a professional antenna installation technician over an electrician, are:

1. Not Licensed.

Many electricians don’t carry the proper licensing to complete antenna installations or repairs. Often Electricians don’t hold the correct license to install or work on antenna cabling; they have an electrical license which means they can do electrical cabling. Electrical cabling covers power-points and lighting. Antenna cabling is coaxial cabling; hence it’s essential to get a professional to install your antenna.

An Electricians license does not cover:
– Antenna
– Telephone
– Security
– Network Cabling

Our AV field techs can complete all of the above cabling requirements, and many of the products can be purchased on our online shop.

2. Missing Tools or Incorrect Equipment.

There are many different amplifiers and antenna options, and no one size fits all. Often electricians don’t carry the range of parts or necessary test equipment and even termination tools to correctly install an antenna system to work optimally. More importantly, wouldn’t you want your TV providing you with the best results possible, without frustrating breakups in audio or picture.

3. Additional TV outlets.

Many people require more than one television to run from a single television antenna. A professional TV antenna installer can easily install other outlets, so every TV in your home produces a great picture with clear sound. As above, most electricians don’t have the license or correct tools to legally or correctly run the cabling needed for new TV outlets.

4. No confusion. A quick, great job done right, the first time.

Because there is a lot of information around, about digital TV from many different sources, it can be difficult to know what is correct. A professional TV antenna installer can give you a clear understanding of what to expect from your antenna and ensure you purchase the proper equipment suited for your location.

Investing in a quality TV antenna, combined with professional antenna installation will ensure you get the best value and lifespan from your antenna. For a professional, high-quality antenna installation, talk to the Ryve team today.

The Ryve team are audiovisual and antenna installation and repair professionals who service all of Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria. Since 2002, Ryve have been installing home theatre systems, CCTV, home security, lighting, networking and internet, Wi-Fi, antennas, pre-wiring of homes and installation of audio/visual equipment. In recent years the team have become leading experts in home automation and pre-wire across Metro Melbourne, Geelong and Regional Victoria and more. Contact us today to help you with all your audio visual and antenna needs.

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