REV
03
‐
13
Television
and
Audio
Suggestions
Although
these
inverters
are
shielded
and
filtered
to
minimize
signal
interference,
some
interference
with
your
television
picture
may
be
unavoidable,
especially
with
weak
signals.
However,
here
are
some
suggestions
that
may
improve
reception.
1.
First,
make
sure
that
television
antenna
produces
a
clear
signal
under
normal
operating
conditions
(i.e.,
at
home
plugged
into
a
standard
110V
AC
wall
outlet).
Also,
ensure
that
the
antenna
cable
is
properly
shielded
and
of
good
quality.
2.
Change
the
positions
of
the
inverter,
antenna
cables
and
television
power
cord.
3.
Isolate
the
television,
its
power
cord
and
antenna
cables
from
the
12
‐
volt
power
source
by
running
an
extension
cord
from
the
inverter
to
the
television
set.
4.
Coil
the
television
power
cord
and
the
input
cables
running
from
the
12
‐
volt
power
source
to
the
inverter.
5.
Attach
a
"Ferrite
Data
Line
Filter"
to
the
television
power
cord.
More
than
one
filter
may
be
required.
These
filters
are
available
at
most
electronic
supply
stores.
Note
•
Inexpensive
sound
systems
may
emit
a
"buzzing"
sound
when
operated
with
the
inverter.
This
is
due
to
inadequate
filters
in
the
sound
system.
There
is
no
solution
to
this
problem
short
of
purchasing
a
sound
system
with
a
higher
quality
power
supply.
Blown
Automotive
Fuses
Depending
on
the
make
and
model
of
your
automobile,
running
the
power
inverter
near
full
capacity
from
your
cigarette
lighter
port
may
result
in
a
blown
automotive
cigarette
lighter
fuse.
This
fuse
will
need
to
be
replaced
with
the
same
size
fuse.
Please
note,
a
blown
automotive
fuse
will
not
cause
damage
to
your
car
wiring.
To
avoid
blowing
an
automotive
fuse
in
this
situation,
do
not
operate
the
power
inverter
over
200
watts
for
extended
periods
of
time
from
your
cigarette
lighter
or
12
volt
power
port.
Blown
Power
Inverter
Fuses
Your
power
inverter
is
equipped
with
a
20
‐
amp
spade
type
fuse.
With
reasonable
care
it
should
not
be
necessary
to
replace
these
fuses.
Most
blown
fuses
are
the
result
of
reverse
polarity
or
a
short
circuit
within
the
appliance
or
equipment
being
operated.
If
the
fuse
happens
to
blow,
disconnect
the
appliance
or
equipment
immediately,
find
the
source
of
the
problem,
repair
it,
and
then
install
a
new
fuse.
Source
of
Power
Most
automobile
and
marine
batteries
will
provide
an
ample
power
supply
to
the
inverter
for
30
to
60
minutes
even
when
the
engine
is
off.
Actual
time
may
vary
depending
upon
the
age
and
condition
of
the
battery,
and
the
power
demand
being
placed
on
it
by
the
equipment
being
operated
with
the
inverter.
If
you
decide
to
use
the
inverter
while
the
engine
is
off,
we
recommend
that
you
start
the
engine
every
hour
and
let
it
run
for
approximately
10
minutes
to
recharge
the
battery.
We
also
recommend
that
the
device
plugged
into
the
inverter
be
turned
OFF
before
starting
the
vehicle
engine.
Although
it
is
not
necessary
to
disconnect
the
inverter
when
turning
over
the
engine,
it
may
momentarily
cease
to
operate
as
the
battery
voltage
decreases.
When
the
inverter
is
not
supplying
power,
it
draws
very
low
amperage
from
the
battery
and
may
be
left
connected
to
the
battery
for
up
to
three
hours.
However,
we
recommend
the
inverter
always
be
disconnected
when
not
in
use.