Winegard FreeVision User manual

Instruction Manual

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Rev3 7-16

U.S. Patent D612,370 & Patent Pending

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Antenna Assembly

Orient the antenna so that the Winegard logo is facing forward. Flip the

forward elements to the front until the holes in the elements align.

With the holes lined up, install the UHF elements by inserting the

threaded posts into the holes in the forward elements. The threaded posts

should extend down towards the body of the FreeVision®antenna.

Thread the supplied 10-32 hex ﬂange nuts on the back of the threaded

posts. Do not tighten at this time.

Remove and dispose of the rubber boot on the matching transformer.

With the logo facing up, thread coaxial cable through the bottom of the

FreeVision antenna. Connect the coax cable to the matching transformer

(A). Insert the coaxial cable and matching transformer into the installation

place (B).

Coax Cable

Installation Place for

Matching Transformer

A B

Forward

Elements

Winegard logo

UHF Elements

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Antenna Assembly, Cont.

Then, slide one of the forks of the matching transformer between the

two forward elements on the threaded post. Repeat this process for the

other post. Tighten the nuts, making sure the matching transformer is still

connected.

Remove the backing from the ‘HD’ label, and carefully place the label

over the front of the UHF element so that it covers the center block of

the elements.

Check that you are within a 35 mile range of the stations that you want to

receive. For a listing of likely channels available in your area, go online to

dtv.gov/maps.

Position the antenna toward the broadcast tower for optimal reception. For

most locations, stations will only come from one or two directions. If the

compass headings are similar (<30° apart), the FreeVision antenna can be

aimed between the two areas and receive signals from each location.

Run a channel scan. If not satisﬁed with the channels found, try

repositioning the antenna and running another channel scan.

Forward Elements

HD Label

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Mounting the Antenna: Mounting Options

The FreeVision antenna is designed to be mounted either of two ways:

Wall Mounting—The FREEVISION has been designed with holes to allow

it to hang on a wall from a nail.

Mast Mounting—The FreeVision antenna comes with a bracket and U-bolt

to allow for mounting to a pipe or mast. For mounting to a pipe or mast,

ﬁrst insert the (yellow) 1-3/4” screw into the bracket and through the

mounting hole. Attach the bracket to the back of the FreeVision antenna.

Thread a 10-32 hex ﬂange nut onto the screw, and tighten it.

Once the clamp is attached, assemble the U-bolt around the mast or

pipe, and install the nuts securely to keep the antenna in place.

Hole for Nail

Mast U-Bolt

Back Side

of Antenna

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Tips

Consider using an existing satellite or cable coax connection. At the point

where cables enter your home (the grounding box), the antenna can be

hooked up to an existing coax connection. From the grounding box, a coax

cable should run to the TV or power supply (if using an ampliﬁer).

If replacing an existing antenna with the FreeVision antenna, simply

disconnect the coax cable from the existing antenna, and connect the

coax cable to the FreeVision antenna.

If there is a weak or intermittent signal when using an existing coax cable,

there may be a problem with the existing coax cable. Connect one end

of a different coax cable to the antenna and the other end directly to

the TV. If the signal improves, there may be a problem with the existing

coax cable. If you have any questions, please contact Winegard Technical

Services at [email protected] or 1-800-788-4417.

Determine the best mounting location for the antenna—keep in mind that

the higher the antenna is mounted, the better signal you will receive.

Avoid obstructions (such as buildings, trees or hills) between the antenna

and the broadcast tower—these can block signal.

Distance, obstructions and compass heading all play a role in deciding on a

location to permanently mount the antenna. For this reason, try the antenna

in several locations, checking signal on multiple channels to determine the

location that will provide the best signal. Moving the antenna three feet in

one direction is often enough to change the reception.

Refer to wiring diagrams at www.winegard.com/freevision for details on

how to wire the FreeVision antenna so that it enhances your existing cable

or satellite package.

ATTIC

This is the best mounting

option when you want

the antenna to be out of

sight. Signal loss may be

experienced.

OUTDOOR

(roof, side of house, deck)

Direct line of sight from the

antenna to the broadcast

tower provides the strongest

signal strength and maximum

channel reception.

GOOD BETTER

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Painting the FreeVision Antenna

The FreeVision antenna can be painted as long as the metal prongs of the

forward elements and the matching transformer forks are not painted. If

you choose to paint the antenna, cover the two circled areas with tape

before painting. If these areas are painted, your antenna will NOT work,

and you will void your warranty.

To prevent paint from easily ﬂaking, use a primer when painting the antenna.

Troubleshooting

Issue Possible Cause

I am not getting channels. Try running a new channel scan

on the TV. Try the antenna in a

new location. Something may be

obstructing the signal.

One channel is missing. Try turning the antenna 10 or 20

degrees in either direction to avoid

reﬂection or to better optimize the

signal, or try moving the antenna

to a new location.

Try running a new channel scan on

the TV. Refer to the channel scan

insert for more information.

The picture or sound freezes

while I am watching a channel,

or there are boxes in the picture.

This is often caused by a weak

or intermittent signal. Try moving

the antenna to a better location or

aiming it directly at the tower for

this channel.

For help, email [email protected] or call 1-800-788-4417

Forward

Elements Matching

Transformer

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WINEGARD COMPANY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Winegard Company provides a warranty to the original purchaser of new Winegard Products

against proven defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of

purchase, subject to the terms herein. If a Product covered under this warranty is determined to

be defective within the warranty period, Winegard will, unless otherwise required by applicable

law, either repair or exchange the Product at its sole discretion. This Warranty is non-

transferable, and does not cover products purchased, services or used outside the United States

or Canada. This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or

noises, or use of the products in a location without sufcient signal strength.

How to Obtain Warranty Service (Pre-authorization is required)

To obtain warranty service, contact Winegard Company Technical Support via email: help@

winegard.com or via phone at 800-788-4417 from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through

Friday and 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM Saturday, Central Standard Time, or visit www.winegard.com.

PRE-AUTHORIZATION MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO

WINEGARD. Proof of purchase in the form of a purchase receipt or copy thereof is required to

show that a Product is within the warranty period.

Winegard Company will (at its option) repair or replace the defective product at no charge to

you. This warranty does not cover any costs incurred in removal or reinstallation of the product.

This limited warranty does not apply if the product is damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or

fails from: misuse, improper installation, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modication of

the product as originally manufactured by Winegard Company, usage not in accordance with

product instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or corrosive

environments.

WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER

WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF

ANY PERSON, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, AND WINEGARD

COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGE OR COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR FROM ANY OTHER LOSS OR DAMAGE

EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE. ANY ACTION FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY

HEREUNDER MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN TWENTY-FOUR (24) MONTHS FROM THE

DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL WINEGARD COMPANY’S

LIABILITY HEREUNDER EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of

limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may

not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary

from state to state.

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