1. Before preparing and stripping the cable ready for connection,
feed the coaxial cable through the hole in the terminal cover.
2. Prepare cable as shown as shown in Fig. 5.
3. Feed prepared cable through the braid clamp and thread the
centre wire through the hole in the central terminal.
4. Clamp the cable braid securely first, then tighten the screw on
the central terminal. Trim any stray braid that might come into
contact with the centre wire or central terminal as shown in Fig. 6.
5. Replace terminal cover carefully and securely making sure that
the cable is not trapped or kinked.
B. Connecting coaxial cable
CAUTION: When mounting the assembled aerial, always observe safety
precautions and use the correct equipment. Unless you are competent in the
use of ladders and other access equipment, do not work outdoors at roof
height. If in any doubt, refer to a qualified aerial installer.
braid
centre wire
5mm
10mm
8mm
central
terminal
braid
clamp
C. Coaxial cable routing and
fixing aerial to a mast
For optimum performance it is very important that the coaxial cable should be
routed as shown in Fig. 8 below.
PVC insulation tape can be used as shown to hold the cable in place. For best
results the aerial should be centre mounted on an outdoor aerial mast and
pointed in the direction of the nearest transmitter* making sure it is in a position
where the transmitter signal will not be obstructed by nearby trees and buildings.
When centre mounting a mast, slide the aerial mount back and forth through the
mast bracket to find the most evenly balanced position, this will minimise the
strain on the aerial, bracket and mast.
Before mounting check that the mast is in good condition and firmly fixed.
1. Using the clamp supplied fix the aerial to the mast as shown in Fig. 7 and 8.
2. After the aerial direction has been fine tuned for best reception
tighten the bolts firmly until the aerial is securely fixed to the mast.
1x Central boom: assembly square aluminium in 2 sections
joined (L) approx 1260mm with 11x curved aluminium elements
2x Reflector booms: Square aluminium (L) approx 160mm with
3x Reflector elements each : Curved aluminium (L) approx 425mm
1x Centre mount bracket with clips: assembly square aluminium
1x Bow tie shaped dipole and printed circuit balun
1x Aerial clamp
Box contents
1
2
3
4
5
PLEASE NOTE: A coax plug is not included with
this aerial. If you need to fit one please follow the
wiring instructions shown below.
PVC
insulation
tape
mast
clamp
centre
mount
bracket
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 8
Useful Websites for Digital Advice:
*To confirm that your home is in a coverage area, to find out
what DTT channels should be available locally:
www.dtg.org.uk/industry/coverage
and enter postcode.
To find out your nearest transmitter’s distance and compass
bearing select Trade view from the top bar.
No picture:
Check all connections from aerial to TV.
Poor picture:
Check all connections from aerial to TV.
Check aerial is properly aligned to the correct transmitter.
If the aerial has been loft mounted try mounting outside.
Make sure new digital coax cable has been used throughout
the installation.
Check the transmitter signal is not obstructed by nearby
trees or buildings.
If in a very weak signal area or for long cable runs, installing
a masthead amplifier will improve the signal.
If in a strong signal area the signal strength may need to
be reduced by fitting an attenuator.
Troubleshooting
Customer Careline:
08457 573 479 (
Local rate UK only)
Technical Website:
www.philex.com/support
E-mail Support:
Coax plug wiring instructions
1 Unscrew coaxial plug housing and slide cap
over cable.
2 Strip 23mm of cable outer sheath.
Gather copper braid, wrap around outer
sheath, slide claw over braid and crimp.
3 Strip 18mm of inner insulation to leave 5mm
exposed
4 Undo screw on plug/clamp, slide clamp over
inner wire & tighten screw. Reassemble plug
5 Trim inner wire flush with plug.
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mast
clamp
Fig. 7
aerial
boom
