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Summary of Contents for Audiovox FDTVO - TERK - TV Antenna
- Page 1 FDTVO Owner’s Manual FDTVO Digital Flat Outdoor Amplified Antenna...
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
A very serious shock is almost sure to result when contacting an electrical wire, and in the case of primary wires on the top of poles, the shock is like being struck by a bolt of lightning. Many power wires are within 20 to 25 feet of the ground and could easily be touched by an assembled antenna. - Page 3 Please read and follow these important safety precautions: • Be sure to select an antenna site well away from all overhead wires. • Do not try to guess which overhead wires carry high voltage. Check with the Power Company. • If you notice anything making contact with the overhead wires, call the Power Company to have it removed safely.
- Page 4 About Your New TERK FDTVO Antenna Your TERK FDTVO antenna is engineered specifically to provide superior reception of high-definition (HDTV) and digital television channels. The FDTVO’s patented multi-directional reception technology provides outstanding reception from any direction, producing the clearest, cleanest signals available from a compact, unobtrusive design that blends well with any home decor.
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Page 5: Before You Start
Before you mount the FDTVO, consider the following factors in reception performance: • The FDTVO usually performs best when mounted horizontally • The FDTVO should be mounted on the side of your house that faces most of your local broadcast towers (See illustration below) Visit www.antennaweb.org to see the... - Page 6 Mounting the FDTVO Antenna The FDTVO mounting bracket gives you the flexibility in mounting the antenna. The FDTVO can be mounted: • To a surface, such as a rooftop, eaves, siding, or rafters in an attic • To a standard mast (not included) WARNING: Never hang anything from the FDTVO;...
- Page 7 Mounting the FDTVO to a surface 1. Orient the antenna base. Make sure the base is oriented correctly for the direction you want to point the antenna. Use the illustration on the left as a Mounting Well guide. 2. Mount the base to the surface.
- Page 8 Once you've found the orientation you want, tighten these screws. 6. Tighten all screws. Attach the screw covers. 7. Skip to the "Connecting the FDTVO to a TV" section to complete installation.
- Page 9 Mounting the FDTVO to a standard mast 1. Orient the antenna base. Make sure the base is oriented correctly for the direction you want to point the antenna. Use the illustration on the left as a Mounting Well guide. 2. Attach the clamp assemblies to the base.
- Page 10 Mounting the FDTVO to a standard mast (continued) 4. Attach the arm to the base. Find one of the screws, washers, and nuts included in the package. First, set the washer and nut in the mounting well. Then position the arm over the other side of the well.
- Page 11 Once you've found the orientation you want, tighten these screws. 6. Tighten all screws. Attach the screw covers. 7. Skip to the "Connecting the FDTVO to a TV" section to complete installation.
- Page 12 Plug it into a standard AC outlet. Important: This power adapter should be plugged in so that it stays vertical or lays flat. The amplifier insert should always be located indoors.
- Page 13 Water Damage Prevention: At the point where your coaxial cable lead enters the house, you should allow for some slack in the coaxial cable as a “drip loop.” This will prevent moisture from running down the coaxial cable and entering the house.
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Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting I am not getting any channels above channel 13. Most TV’s today are cable ready. When a cable ready TV is in the CABLE or CATV mode and you try to use an antenna with it, you will not receive any channels above 13. Access the TV’s set-up menu and switch it from CABLE or CATV mode to ANTENNA or AIR mode. -
Page 15: 12 Month Limited Warranty
This Warranty does not cover damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product. THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE... - Page 16 Visit Our Website At For customer service and www.audiovox.com Product Information, Photos, technical information:: 1.800.290.6650 FAQ’s, Owner’s Manuals For customer service and TERK and the TERK logo are registered trademarks of AUDIOVOX Corp. FDTVO IB US 00 technical information:: 1.800.290.6650...