Monaco 2002 Diplomat, Service Manual

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The television antenna is a manual crank up style antenna with built in
electronics which use 12 Volts DC to “boost” signal strength. Signals that are
weak or fuzzy can be amplified by turning on the boost switch in the passenger
front overhead cabinet. The antenna and booster work together to provide the
best possible picture for most situations. Certain conditions occur when no
amplification is needed and in fact may make the picture worse. The television
station will send a signal that resembles the waves or rings of water from a
rock thrown into a still pond. The radiating television signal can hit an object
such as a mountain and come back. The result one sees in the television picture
is a double image. The antenna will receive a signal from the initial pass, then
receive an additional signal from the rebound resulting in a split or double
image. In this case the picture may be improved by no amplification or even
lowering the antenna.
NOTE: Do not move the motorhome with antenna in the
raised position, it can be damaged by tree limbs or wires.
WARNING: Before raising antenna make an outside, visual
inspection for any obstructions or overhead electrical wires.
Damage to the antenna, severe shock, personal injury or
death can occur from inadequate clearance.
To Raise The Antenna:
• Rotate the crank handle clockwise to raise the antenna (it is
approximately 14 ½ turns).
• Pull down on the outside directional wheel and rotate the antenna
until the best picture is obtained. The directional wheel is spring
loaded.
WARNING: Do not raise a TV antenna near overhead
electrical wires as contact may cause serious injury or death.
The motorhome must not be driven with the antenna in a
raised or partially raised position. Worm gear or worm breakage
may result.
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