RCA ANT3ME Quick Start Manual

amplified indoor HDTV antenna
with signal meter
QUICK START GUIDE
Use the RCA Signal Finder App to find the
1
best location for your antenna.
In the Google Play or Apple App Stores, search for "RCA Signal
Finder" and look for the icon shown here. Then download and
install the App.
Launch the App and follow the directions there to find the
best location and orientation for your antenna.
Antenna Placement Tips
Avoid metal surfaces (like a metal stand).
Move the antenna close to or in a window.
Position the antenna as high as possible.
2
Use the antenna's signal meter to fine-tune
antenna location and orientation.
Plug the antenna amplifier's power adapter into a
standard AC outlet. Don't connect it to your TV yet.
Important: This power adapter should be plugged in so
that it stays vertical or lays flat.
3
Connect the antenna to your TV.
STOP!
The signal meter on
the antenna's amplifier
measures the signal of the
strongest UHF signal your
antenna is receiving.
Move your antenna until the
signal meter shows at least
the middle yellow indicator.
For best performance, try to
get the green!
Unplug the antenna amplifier and make
sure your TV is turned off.
Connect the coaxial cable from the
antenna amplifier to the antenna input on
your TV or digital converter box.
Important: Make sure you uncoil the
antenna's cable completely. Leaving it
coiled will reduce reception performance.
DO NOT RETURN this product to the store! Visit
RCAAntennaHelp.com for instructional and how-to videos.
Check out setup videos at
www.RCAAntennaHelp.com
4
Plug in the amplifier.
Plug the antenna amplifier's power adapter into a
standard AC outlet.
Important: This power adapter should be plugged
in so that it stays vertical or lays flat.
5
Mount the antenna.
There are two easy ways to mount the antenna.
Option 1: Using the mounting squares
Separate the For each square,
mounting remove the
squares (there backing and
are four in the press the square
box). into place on the
antenna.
Option 2: Using the antenna's mounting holes
6
Scan for channels on your TV.
Most TVs have a channel scan option in their menu system, many times in a
SETUP or CHANNEL menu under ANTENNA.
For detailed instructions on performing a channel scan, see the owner's
manual that came with your TV.
Important: You must perform a channel scan to receive any channels!
ANT3ME QSG 02
Remove the liner Line up the
from the other antenna and
side of each press it against
square. the mounting
surface for 10
seconds. Let go,
then press 30
seconds more.
Insert two thumbtacks (not included) into
the two holes on the top of the antenna.