LIGHTNING PROTECTION
The mast and antenna cable should be grounded for lightning protection. Run a #8 (or larger) aluminum or
copper ground wire from a bolt on the mast or base, down to a 4’-8’ ground rod driven at least 4 feet into the
earth. Run the ground wire as directly as possible to the ground rod and avoid making 90 degree or sharper
turns. A ground block (Channel Master
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Model 3274) should be connected to the antenna cable at the point
where it enters the house.
AIMING YOUR ANTENNA TOWARD THE TRANSMITTING STATION
Once the antenna installation is completed, turn your TV set on and have an assistant observe the reception.
If adjustments are necessary, loosen the nest bolts and turn the antenna until you get the best reception. Once
this is accomplished, tighten nest bolts securely but do not overtighten as damage to the housing may occur.
NOTE: If broadcast stations are in different directions, you may need an antenna rotator. This will allow you to
rotate the antenna and pinpoint stations from inside your home. (For more information on rotators, see the
complete line of Channel Master Antenna Rotators.)
If signal is weak, install optional power amplifier Channel Master Model 3038.
Find the installation you plan to make on the following page - READ THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING
THE ANTENNA AND THE INSTALLATION BEFORE YOU START THE ACTUAL WORK!
Your Channel Master retailer has all the mounts and accessories you’ll need for your installation.
Mast
Nest/Bolts
Standout
Tape/Cable Tie
"F" Connector
Ground Block
Ground Rod
MOUNTING ANTENNA
Mount the antenna on the mast using nest bracket and (2) bolts provided. Locate “F” connector on underside
of housing. Screw on the mating cable connector (do not overtighten or allow unsupported cable to dangle from
antenna connector). Slide weather boot over connector and up tight against plastic bottom cover. Next, run the
cable through standouts mounted on the mast. This will prevent the weight of the cable from pulling on the
antenna. From this point, tape or cable tie could be used to tie the cable to the mast. Route cable to TV set.
Four M6 x 12mm
screws and M6
external tooth
lockwashers from
hardware bag
Recess for
snap fit
Cover
Tabs (2)
FIGURE C
FIGURE D
Cover
Inside Housing
Bosses for
M4 x 10mm
screws (2)
Cover tab
slots (2)
Inside rear wall
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