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Coaxial Cable Installation Precautions

Do not bend the coaxial cable into less than a three-inch radius. Tighter bends can cause shorts and
can change the cable’s impedance.

Do not install the coaxial cable where it will have a pulling tension greater than 15 pounds during
installation. After installation, make sure there is no tension on the cable.

Use only round-headed staples. Any clamps or securing devices used with coax should grip the cable
evenly about the circumference without crushing the cable. Flat staples can damage the coaxial cable.

Do not expose the coaxial cable to a temperature greater than 176 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the cable
away from heating vents and water heaters.

The cable jacket withstands most outdoor environments. However, you must seal the connections and
splices against water entry.

Connecting the Antenna to Your TV

To connect the antenna to your TV, follow these steps:

1. Connect the coax downlead from the antenna to the ANT jack on the power injector.

2. If your TV has an F-connector, connect the short coaxial cable on the power injector to your TV’s

VHF/UHF 75-ohm F-connector.

If your TV has screw terminals for the VHF/UHF connection, connect a 75-ohm to a 300-ohm
transformer (not supplied) between the power injector and the VHF/UHF terminals.

If your TV has a 75-ohm VHF connection and a 300-ohm UHF connection, connect a signal splitter
(not supplied) between the power injector and the TV’s VHF/UHF connections.

Lightning Protection for Exterior Mounting

Mount a grounding block (not supplied) as close as possible to the point where the downlead
enters the house.

The downlead wire from the antenna to the grounding block and the mast ground wire should be
secured to the house with stand-off insulators, spaced four to six feet apart.

For a “ground-up” antenna installation, you may not need to ground the mast if it extends four
or more feet into the earth.

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Summary of Contents for ANT706A

Page 1: ... UHF Limited One Year Warranty ANT706 Paintable customize your antenna color to match your interior or exterior décor 10 dB Amplification fixed 10 dB amplification for improved reception of weak signals Versatile install your antenna indoors or out just about anywhere ANT706_IB_US_REVA qxd 6 20 03 11 28 Page 1 ...

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Page 3: ... Precautions 4 Important Antenna Notes 4 ANT706 Hardware 5 Mounting the ANT706 5 Lightning Protection for Exterior Mounting 6 Connecting the Antenna to Your TV 6 Coaxial Cable Installation Precautions 6 Specifications 7 Limited One Year Warranty 7 ANT706_IB_US_REVA qxd 6 20 03 11 28 Page 2 ...

Page 4: ...your TV It s lightweight compact and HDTV ready And because the ANT706 is paintable it can match either its interior or exterior setting ANT706 Features The ANT706 Amplified Indoor Outdoor Antenna is packed with features that make it as functional as it is attractive Before You Begin Please read the Important Safety Precautions page 4 prior to installation For your safety and convenience plan each...

Page 5: ...amplifiers splitters combiners matching transformers or 300 ohm cable they must be connected only between the power injector and your video equipment Any devices connected between the power injector and the antenna might cause a short in the amplifier power source If this happens the signals to your video equipment multiple TVs or VCRs may be significantly degraded Be sure to select an antenna sit...

Page 6: ...kets should be secured to the wall Attach the 75ohm cable to the F fitting on the bottom of the antenna Secure the antenna to the desired location It would be suggested that you secure the brackets to the wall studs for the most secure mounting Attic or exterior mounting to a mast not included Place the two U bolts through the predrilled holes in the center support bracket Align and attach the cen...

Page 7: ... antenna to your TV follow these steps 1 Connect the coax downlead from the antenna to the ANT jack on the power injector 2 If your TV has an F connector connect the short coaxial cable on the power injector to your TV s VHF UHF 75 ohm F connector If your TV has screw terminals for the VHF UHF connection connect a 75 ohm to a 300 ohm transformer not supplied between the power injector and the VHF ...

Page 8: ...imitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty excludes defects or damages due to misuse abuse or neglect This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 2003 THOMSON INC 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 Trademark s Registered Marque s déposée s...

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