Channel Master SMARTenna 3000A Installation Instructions

Omnidirectional Amplified Antenna
The Channel Master
antenna provides excellent reception of UHF and VHF TV
channels in most viewing locations. The modern styling is
unobtrusive and blends well with the decor of homes and
condominiums.
Model 3000A has omnidirectional characteristics to
provide reception where stations are in different direc-
tions without the use of a rotator system.
SMARTenna ® includes an internal amplifier to improve
reception in weak signal locations. It is also very advan-
tageous where the signal from the antenna is split to
several TV sets.
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT NEAR POWER LINES IS
DANGEROUS. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS.
This warning issued in accordance with the recommendations of the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission.
FOLLOW THESE RULES AND LIVE:
1. Perform as much antenna assembly on the ground
as possible.
2. Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance
to the power lines before you start installing–
WE RECOMMEND YOU STAY A MINIMUM OF
TWICE THE MAXIMUM LENGTH OF THE ANTENNA
ASSEMBLY AWAY FROM ALL POWER LINES.
3. Do not use a metal ladder.
4. Remember, even the slightest touch of an antenna to a
power line can cause a fatal shock.
5. Don't try to do the job on a windy day.
6. Have a friend as a spotter when you're on the roof. They
can see things you can't.
7. If you start to drop an antenna, get away from it and let
it fall.
8. If any part of the antenna should come in contact with a
power line–CALL YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY:
DON'T TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will
remove it safely.
9. Mast, lead-in and metal guy wires are excellent conduc-
tors of electrical current. Keep them away from power
lines too.
10. Be sure your family and friends understand the danger
of touching an overhead power line. Tell them never to
try to remove any object in contact with a power line –
CB, TV antenna or anything else.
11. Make sure that the antenna mast assembly is properly
grounded.
Model 3000A UHF/VHF
® SMARTenna ® omnidirectional

SPECIFICATIONS

Bandpass
FM trap (fixed)
Amplifier gain
Impedance
Power required
Weatherproof housing
Mounting type
GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MAST MOUNTED ANTENNAS
1. Assemble your new antenna on the ground at the
installation site. Keep separate assembly instructions
that come with it.
2. On the ground, clamp antenna to mast, pull enough TV
lead-in and connect to antenna.
3. To ensure that a mast does not fall the "wrong way" if it
should get away during installation or take down, durable
non-conductive rope should be secured at each ten foot
level as the mat is raised. The boss stands in a position
where he can yank or pull the ropes if the need arises to
deflect the falling mast away from hazards (such as
power lines) into a "safe fall" (such as a yard or drive-
way). The ropes are tied taut at the base of the mat after
installation and in place at the various levels.
4. Install selected mounting bracket.
5. If you are going to use guy wire installation instead of a
mounting bracket:
• install guy anchor bolts
• estimate length of guy wire and cut
• attach to mast using guy ring
6. Carefully take antenna and mast assembly to mounting
bracket and insert. Tighten clamp bolts. In case of
guyed installation, it will be necessary to have at least
a second person hold the mast upright while the guy
wires are attached and tightened to the anchor bolts.
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54-806 MHz
Attenuates 88-108 MHz
20 dB
75 Ohm unbalanced
117 VAC 60 Hz, 4 watts
UV protected copolymer
Round mast up to 1 " O.D.
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