RCA ANT500 User manual

INDOOR

Five Year Limited Warranty ANT500

Thank you for choosing the RCA Low Profile Antenna with

Amplifier and Narrow Band Tuning. This antenna combines high

performance with unique design to provide excellent TV reception.

Before attempting to use your antenna, please remove all parts

from the box and read the instructions carefully.

Low Profile™

TV Antenna

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Contents

Antenna Element Amplifier/Tuner

Remote Control

2 “AAA” Batteries (Included)

12Vdc, 500mA

Power Adapter

(2) 6ft.

Coaxial Cables Short Coaxial Cable

with 90º Connector Inline “F”

Connector Coupler

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN !

Important Safeguards

• Read and follow the instructions before operating.

• Retain the instructions for future use.

• Follow all warnings on the adapter and instructions.

Water and Moisture

Do not use this antenna near water. Keep away from a bathtub, sink, wet

basement or swimming pool and other wet places.

Power Source

The wall adapter for this antenna should be operated only from a standard

120 V, 60 Hz wall outlet. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to

your home, contact your local power company.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service this antenna yourself as opening or removing cov-

ers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards and voids your

warranty. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Cleaning

Unplug the antenna from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a lint free

cloth for cleaning the outside of the unit only. Do not use aerosol cleaners.

Important Information

Your antenna’s AC adapter operates on 120 volts AC, 60 Hz.

CAUTION:

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover or back of the

AC adapter or antenna. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

• If you spill liquid on the AC adapter or antenna, disconnect the AC

adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet to prevent possible fire or shock

hazard and consult authorized service personnel.

•

To prevent damage to internal parts, do not expose the antenna to moisture.

• Maintain electrical safety. Powerline-operated equipment or accessories

connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification

mark on the accessories themselves and should not have been modified so

as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard

from electrical shock or fire.

If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

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The antenna is designed to be mounted on a wall in a discreet, out of sight

location. For example, it may be hidden behind furniture. The antenna will

perform better if located as high as possible, and away from power outlets

and wires inside the wall. Do not place the Antenna Element

directly beneath the TV or other electronic equipment.

Prior to selecting a permanent location for the antenna, proceed with

hooking the antenna up to your TV or VCR and experiment by moving the

element to get the best picture possible. See “Installation” page 5.

Once the final hanging location is selected, mount the antenna by using the

V hanger on the back of the antenna element. The antenna will hang from a

hook or screw inserted into the wall.

There should be no need to reposition the antenna element once installed.

Installation

Wall Mounting and Operating Instructions

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Installation

For Installation of Amplifier/Tuner

Separated from Antenna Element

1. Locate the Antenna Element.

Connect the right angle end of

the Short Coaxial Cable to the

connector on the bottom of the

Antenna Element.

2. Locate the Inline “F” Connector

Coupler. Connect one end of the

6ft. Coaxial Cable to the free end

of the Short Coaxial Cable with

the Coupler.

3. Locate the Amplifier/Tuner. Attach

the other end of the 6ft. Coaxial Cable

to the “IN (Antenna)” connector on the

back of the Amplifier/Tuner.

4. Connect one end of

the second 6ft.

Coaxial Cable to

the “OUT (to TV)”

connector on the back

of the Amplifier/Tuner,

and connect the other

end to the“Antenna”

connector on the back

of your TV or VCR.

5. The Amplifier/Tuner

should be positioned

in line-of-sight of the

Remote Control.

Antenna Element

Amplifier/Tuner

6ft. Coaxial Cable

Short Coaxial Cable

6ft. Coaxial Cable

Back of

Television

Inline “F”Connector Coupler

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Power

1. Connect the Power Adapter to the Amplifier/Tuner by inserting the plug

into the “DC Input” on the back of the unit.

2. Plug the Power Adapter into a 110/120 Volt, 60 Hz. Outlet.

3. Turn the Antenna ON by

pressing the POWER button on

the Amplifier/Tuner or by aiming

the remote at the Amplifier/Tuner

and pressing the POWER button.

A red indicator light on the

Amplifier/Tuner will show power

is ON.

12vDC

500mA IN

(Antenna)

1. Locate the Antenna Element. Connect the right

angle end of the Short Coaxial Cable to the

connector on the bottom of the Antenna Element.

2. Locate the Amplifier/Tuner. Attach the other end

of the cable to the “IN (Antenna)” on the back

of it. Place the combined Antenna Element and

Amplifier/Tuner in a spot visible to the remote

control (ideally on top of the TV).

3. Connect one end of the second 6ft. Coaxial Cable to the “OUT (to

TV)” connector on the back of the Amplifier/Tuner Unit, and connect

the other end to the “Antenna” connector on the back of your TV or

VCR. Cables should be routed under the Antenna Element and out the

back to the “Antenna” of your video equipment.

4. The Amplifier/Tuner should be positioned in line-of-sight of the

Remote Control.

For Installation of Combined Element and Amplifier/Tuner

The Antenna Element and Amplifier/Tuner can be used as a combined unit

for positioning on flat surfaces like the top of a TV cabinet. To avoid blocking

the broadcast signal, do not place the unit beneath the TV or any other

electronic component.

OUT

(To TV)

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Tuning and Using the Antenna

Insert 2 “AAA” batteries in the Remote Control.

Turn on Amplifier/Tuner using either the POWER button on the Remote

Control or the Amplifier/Tuner.

Tune the antenna by using the arrow keys on

the Remote or Amplifier/Tuner. Toggle up or

down through the tuning positions until you get

the best picture for the channel you are

watching. A red indicator light will show which

of the five tuning positions is selected.

Using an RCA Universal Remote Control

If you have an RCA Universal Remote Control, the Amplifier/Tuner can be

operated by using VCR code 020. If the remote has an AUX key, the code

can be programmed under that key by following the instructions that came

with the remote control. The following VCR keys can be used to operate the

antenna as shown in the following chart:

U. Remote Operates

Key Amp./Tuner

STOP Power ON/OFF

F.FORWARD Channel Up (CHAN UP)

REWIND Channel Down (CHAN DN)

Power

Channel

Down Channel

Channel

Power

Channel

Down

Remote Control

Amplifier/Tuner

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