RCA ANTD5E Quick Start Manual

amplified indoor HDTV antenna
QUICK START GUIDE
Use the RCA Signal Finder App to find the
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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.
Placement Options: Stands or Wall Mounting
Antenna, back
This antenna offers two placement options: stands or
wall mounting. If you'd like to use the stands, insert
them into the circular slots on the back of the antenna.
If you'd rather mount the antenna to the wall, use the
Stands
included M3x18 mounting screws and the mounting
slots on the back of the antenna.
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Connect the power injector to your TV.

Make sure your TV is turned off.
Connect the coaxial cable from the power injector to the antenna
input on your TV.
STOP!
DO NOT RETURN this product to the store!
Visit RCAAntennaHelp.com for instructional and how-to videos.
Amplifier Insert
TV or
converter
ANTENNA
box (back)
IN
Check out setup videos at
www.RCAAntennaHelp.com
Plug the power injector's power cord into a
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power outlet.
Important: This power adapter should be
plugged in so that it stays vertical or lays flat.
Note: For best performance we recommend
running a channel scan both with the power injector
plugged-in and unplugged to see which set up gives
you the most channels for your area. See Step 5
below for information about scanning for channels
on your TV.
Unlatch the antenna dipoles and
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extend / adjust them (optional)
The dipoles on the back of the
antenna can be used to adjust for
better reception when needed.
Simply unlatch them from their
housings on the back of the
antenna. Then extend them and
point them toward the station
you're trying to receive.
Note: For best performance we
recommend running a channel
scan both with the dipoles
extended and unextended to see
which setup gives you the most
channels in your area. See Step
5 below for information about
scanning for channels on your TV.
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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!
ANTD5E Insert 02
Dipoles