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DIGITAL HD TV ANTENNA INSTALLATION GUIDE
Thank you for choosing the Antsig range of quality audio video equipment.
The D-MAX Range of antenna have been designed and tested in Australia using a state-of-the-art Anechoic
Chamber. This ensures that your antenna has been optimised to capture high definition digital TV signals.
Successful antenna installation requires strong collection of the TV signal and distribution of the TV signal.
Follow these key guidelines for proper installation:
• Note your position to transmitter towers
• Use RG6 quad cable for installation
• mount antenna high as possible with fewest
• Terminate with F-connectors
obstructions in line of sight with transmitter
• Keep cable lengths to a minimum
If, at any time, you are unsure about performing any functions relating to antenna installation, please contact a
professional installer.
INSTALLATION
Follow these instructions to install your prime
outdoor antenna:
Stage 1. UNFOLDING ANTENNA
Grasp a folded element at the back of the antenna,
close to the pivot point (within 300mm) and
rotate outwards until it clicks firmly into place.
Repeat this for the elements on the bottom side.
Continue by working towards the front until all
elements are firmly in place (See figure 1).
Stage 4. mOUNTING ATENNA
Mounting the antenna includes considering three
factors; position, direction and polarisation.
position:
Mount the antenna at highest point practicable,
the higher the better, whilst also maintaining close
proximity to antenna cabling.
Position the antenna at the closest point to the
broadcast transmitter; avoid any obstruction
between the antenna and the broadcast transmitter.
Antenna location should be away from sources of
RF noise such as motors.
Direction:
Point front of antenna directly towards broadcast
transmitter; if the transmitter is not visible,
position antenna in same direction as neighbouring
antennas; a compass or map can also help.
Using the supplied amplifiers integrated signal
meter can greatly improve your success in achieving
the optimal direction for maximum signal strength.
See stage 5 for details.
polarisation:
Transmitter broadcasting direction will determine
how the antenna should be mounted.
If the transmitter is broadcasting horizontally,
the antenna should have horizontal polarisation
(antenna should be mounted normal, see figure 3a).
If the transmitter is broadcasting vertically, antenna
should have vertical polarisation (antenna should
be mounted on its side). See figure 3b.
Note: DAB+ is always vertically polarised.
Antenna mast clamp which holds the antenna to
the mast has been pre-installed on the antenna.
Clamp includes two v blocks, one u-bolt, two
washers and two nuts.
Follow below steps to mount your antenna:
1.
Loosen the nuts and washers attached to the
v-block and pull the u-bolt connected to the v-block
outwards to provide enough space for the antenna
mast to be placed in between.
2.
Mount the antenna mast in between the u-bolt
and the v-block. Slide the antenna over the
mast, (See figure 3c), direct antenna towards the
transmitter and use a spanner to tighten the nuts.
Use cable ties or tape to secure the coaxial cable
to the antenna mast
(See figure 3d).
Note: To get best performance from the antenna,
mount it outdoors, up high, clear from any
obstructions and aligned with the transmitter.
3.
See figure 3e for diagram on antenna
coax connection.
Always plan your installation. Carefully think
through the job and don’t take dangerous
shortcuts. Common sense and good judgement
must be used at all times;
Carefully survey the job before the installation to
locate secure roof areas and the most convenient
placement for ladders. Work out where the
strongest points are for mast and cable mounting;
Always let someone know you are working on
the roof;
Locate and avoid overhead power lines. Antennas
must always be installed away from over-head
power lines and preferably at a distance equal
to twice the combined length of the mast and
antenna;
Do not climb on the roof when there is no-one
else around;
Wear proper shoes that are non-slip;
Do not climb on wet or icy roofs NOR attempt to
install the antenna during wet or windy weather;
Only use the sturdiest of ladders and ensure they
are securely anchored before climbing;
Ensure that all roof structures are structurally
sound before putting any weight on them or
mounting antenna hardware to them;
Always remember that you are standing on the
roof, take your time and don’t be distracted by
passersby;
SAFETy pOINTS
Fig.1
2
5
4
3
Horizontal
polarisation
To Transmitter
Fig.3a
Vertical
polarisation
To Transmitter
Fig.3b
To Transmitter
Drip Loop
Coaxial Cable
Cable Tie
or Tape
Fig.3d
U-Bolt
Washers
& Nuts
mast
V-Block
Fig.3c
Stage 2. REFLECTOR ASSEmBLy
Follow below steps to assemble and mount the
reflectors to the antenna boom:
1.
Remove the two UHF reflector assemblies, two
reflector screws and the two wing nuts from the
sealed poly bag.
2.
Locate the two mounting brackets pre-mounted
on the antenna boom. (See figure 2a)
3.
Fix first UHF reflector to the mounting brackets
on top side of the antenna boom. Make sure
antenna elements are facing towards the front of
the antenna as shown on figure 2b.
Note: At this stage, fix loosely the first UHF
reflector to mounting bracket as this will provide
more flexibility to place the other UHF reflector in
between the mounting bracket in other stages.
4.
Now, mount the other UHF reflector assembly
in between the two mounting brackets; use one
reflector screw and one wing nut to hold the
reflector in between the two mounting brackets.
5.
Tighten both wing nuts attached to the mounting
brackets clockwise until the two mounting brackets
hold the two UHF reflector assemblies tightly.
Top Reflector
Assembly
Fig.2b
Bottom Reflector
Assembly
Reflector
mounting
Bracket
Wing Nut
& Bolt
Fig.2a
Reflector mounting
Bracket
Antenna Front
For information on transmitters across Australia it is suggested
to visit the ACmA myswitch website:
http://myswitch.digitalready.gov.au
TypE LOCATION AND FIND TRANSmITTER INFORmATION, ALTERNATIVELy DOWNLOAD THE
mySWITCH App FROm GOOGLE pLAy OR AppLE ITUNES.
It is as easy as typing in a location or allowing the app to find your location to see the best transmitter for you,
including required direction and polarisation.
Antenna Boom
RG6 male
F-connector
Female
F-connector
Fig.3e
Boot
Coaxial
Cable
pOSITION
DIRECTION
pOLARISATION
Stage 3. mAST
INSTALLATION
Vertical
mount position
Vertical
mount position
Horizontal
mount position
Horizontal
mount position
