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RCA Universal Digital

RCA Universal Digital

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$27.99at Blain's Farm & FleetChecked Nov 10

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $27.99 at Blain's Farm & Fleet on Nov 10.
  • Checked at 7 stores.

Our take on the RCA Universal Digital

The RCA Universal Digital is an inline amplifier for indoor HDTV antennas. It boosts weak UHF and VHF signals and uses low-noise circuitry RCA calls ELN to keep the signal clean, plus SmartBoost filtering to cut false signals. It works with any non-amplified antenna brand, so it suits people whose indoor antenna pulls in channels but drops them in bad weather or at distance from the towers. Compared with powered antennas that build amplification in, it is a cheaper way to add gain to an antenna you already own, but it cannot rescue a signal that is not there to begin with.

Best forOwners of a passive indoor antenna with weak receptionViewers far from broadcast towersPeople losing channels in bad weatherRenters who cannot mount an outdoor antenna
Pros
  • Adds gain to any non-amplified indoor antenna
  • Low-noise circuitry keeps weak signals cleaner
  • Filters out false signals that confuse the tuner
  • Small inline unit, simple to insert in the coax run
  • Covers both UHF and VHF
Cons
  • Cannot create a signal where none reaches the antenna
  • Amplifies interference and noise along with the channel
  • Needs power, so it takes an outlet near the TV
  • Little benefit if your antenna already has a built-in amplifier

RCA Universal Digital prices at every store

  • Blain's Farm & FleetNew

    In stock

    $27.99Checked Nov 10
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  • QuillNew

    In stock

    $29.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Tractor Supply CoNew

    In stock

    $25.99+ $13.99 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • TWISTNew

    In stock

    $26.12+ $16.91 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • The Twister GroupNew

    In stock

    $26.12+ $16.91 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $29.99+ $15.00 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $55.04Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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RCA Universal Digital price history

Lowest price we've seen: $25.99 on Nov 10 at Tractor Supply Co. Tracked across 7 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on this class of inline amplifier is mixed. People close to towers often see more stable channels, while others report no change or worse reception once noise is amplified too.

What people mention
  • Reception gainMixedSome owners gain stable channels; others see no difference at all.
  • NoiseCriticisedBoosting a marginal signal can raise noise and drop channels instead of fixing them.
  • SetupPraisedOwners find it quick to insert into the coax line between antenna and TV.
  • PowerMixedIt needs an outlet, which owners say complicates placement near the TV.

From The Twister Group

  • Adds amplification to weak signals for indoor HDTV antennas
  • Engineered specifically for UHF and VHF signals
  • Extremely Low-Noise (ELN) circuitry preserves signal purity
  • Extends range for indoor antennas and enhances performance in low signal-strength areas
  • Compatible with all nonamplified antenna brands
  • RCA SmartBoost technology amplifies weak signals and filters out false signals
Guarantee
1 year warranty
Shipping
Shipping weight 1 lb; shipping dimensions 7 in x 4 in x 3 in
In the box
Amplifier

About the RCA Universal Digital

The RCA Universal Digital is an amplifier for indoor HDTV antennas. It adds amplification to weak signals and is made for both UHF and VHF signals. It works with all nonamplified antenna brands.

Extremely Low-Noise (ELN) circuitry preserves signal purity. RCA SmartBoost technology amplifies weak signals and filters out false signals. The amplifier extends the range of an indoor antenna and improves performance in areas with low signal strength.

Antenna type
Indoor
Color
Black
Signals
UHF and VHF
Technology
RCA SmartBoost, Extremely Low-Noise (ELN) circuitry
Compatibility
All nonamplified antenna brands
In the box
Amplifier

Specifications

Type of Antenna
IndoorSource
Color
BlackSource

Questions and answers

Will this help if my indoor antenna gets no channels at all?
No. An amplifier only strengthens a signal the antenna already receives. If you get nothing, move the antenna higher or closer to a window first.
Does it work with any antenna?
It is made for non-amplified antennas of any brand. Do not stack it on an antenna that already has a built-in amplifier, or you risk overloading the tuner.
Does it improve picture quality on channels I already get?
It can steady channels that break up or vanish in bad weather. Channels that come in cleanly will look the same.
Does it need its own power source?
Yes. It is an active device and needs to plug in, so plan for an outlet near the antenna or TV.
Does it handle both UHF and VHF?
Yes. RCA rates it for both bands, which covers most US broadcast channels.
Where is the RCA Universal Digital cheapest?
At Blain's Farm & Fleet, for $27.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the RCA Universal Digital?
7 stores we checked sell it, including Tractor Supply Co, TWIST, The Twister Group, Blain's Farm & Fleet, Ace Hardware.

Stores we've priced the RCA Universal Digital at

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