Can a F connector substitute for balun?

Will not cause any damage but more than likely will not work properly.

http://www.antenna-theory.com/definitions/balun.php

http://www.antenna-theory.com/definitions/balun.php
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Are you sure that's what it says, or is it describing how to use the supplied antenna?

If it has an F connector it was surely designed to work with that type of antenna. A lot of receivers/tuners come with an cheap T shaped, balanced antenna made from 300 ohm antenna wire, and if you want to use that antenna you would need the balun, but a better antenna with a 75 ohm connector will give better performance.

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Thank you both for the replies. They were very helpful.

@Herman: it is describing how to use the supplied antenna. Sorry for the confusion. I'll follow your advice and purchase a better antenna with a 75 ohm connector.

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When I say better I mean it will get better reception for weak stations, but if you get everything you want with the supplied antenna there is no need to spend any money on a different one. As long as it gets a strong enough signal to lock on it won't sound any different with a more expensive one.

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