No HD reception of ARD via cable: Here’s what you can do

No HD reception of ARD via cable has a negative impact on the everyday viewing experience. This can be due to various reasons.

ARD HD is not receivable via cable: Here’s how to fix it

ARD HD reception may degrade due to frequency issues. This may be due to the hardware you are using.

• One of the biggest issues is a damaged or susceptible antenna cable. It should be a double-shielded cable (class A, ☻85 dB). It is less susceptible to interference.
• Avoid interruptions in the cable connection. Ideally, a single cable should be used to stabilize HD reception. T-connectors in particular have a negative effect on the connection.
• Furthermore, the house wiring can be the cause of the problem. If you are a homeowner, the problem can be improved by modernization. As a tenant, you need to talk to your landlord or the property management about the problem.

ARD HD cable reception: optimize devices

Not only the cabling can be the reason for the problems with the HD reception of ARD. The receiving and playback devices used must also be modern enough.

• You need an HDTV-capable television to receive ARD in HD quality. Full HD and HD Ready devices are suitable.
• In addition to the TV, a cable modem with the same properties is also important. Check the HD compatibility of your modem. If necessary, you will need to obtain a suitable modem.
• Sometimes it is necessary to restart a new transmission. This is especially typical after the initial setup of a new modem or TV.