*** Philips wins ahead of Kathrein ***

Since I am with such superficial statements but did not want to resign, I have made myself to the search for solutions, and I am finally on the two antennas of Philips (SDV 2940 DVB-T) and Kathrein (BZD40 Freeview) encountered, both very have received good reviews.

After failed attempts with indoor antennas, it could actually only work with a good outdoor antenna; So I simply ordered both models and tried.

The "test result" was determined as quickly and clearly:

After installation and alignment to our already existing roof poles (keeps our satellite system) took the antenna from Philips not only 4 regionally available German channels over the candidate of Kathrein, even (indeed weak but usually sufficient) receipt by the Austrian neighbors had realized - almost a miracle!

In numbers there are in our current 16 stations on the Kathrein antenna which Philips takes an incredible 20 stations with good reception and even 3 Austrian stations (these but with changing, sometimes poor reception), and in a region where the alleged "nix goes"!

So this purpose, a strong buy recommendation in favor of Philips antenna.

In addition, it should be run, that the Philips antenna must be aligned even more flexible by the fixing on two adjustable 90-degree plastic bracket. Material is high quality and the low weight and the size of the antenna probably sufficiently stable; Angle aluminum or metal would of course be even better. Another plus for Philips is the attached, small power supply that can be easily connected between the antenna cable and port on the multi-switch or terminal; Kathrein at this important utensil missing (required when the terminal itself provides no voltage for connection available).

The supplied antenna cable is ready for connection with Philips and has a length of 6 meters, while Kahtrein a 10m-roll, plastic sleeve and 2 F-connector attaches (ie measure in advance whether even an extension cord is needed).

The very high quality sounding Kathrein antenna is mounted on a stable and (only) on a plane pivoting aluminum profiles; for pole mounting are however only a few comparatively primitive "clamps" at. Philips makes it as professional and puts 2 ordinary metal clamps U-shaped in - perfectly.

So for me a very clear victory for the antenna from Philips. Considering now that Philips is not even half as much money demanded as the top dog of Kathrein, one can only say:

- Hats off, Philips, did you do your homework

- Kathrein, you are good, but it gets even better (and even cheaper)

I hope this information was helpful.
Finally should be pointed out explicitly: if in certain areas simply is not available, or only a very weak signal, the world the best antenna can not change anything - so please do not expect miracles - have fun tinkering.