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- Page 1 CM-5016 CM-5018 CM-5020 USER GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warning and Safety Information ..............2 Product Overview ........................3 Package Contents and Accessories ............3 Danger Information ......................4 - Warning..............................5 - Follow These Procedures for the Safest Installation ......5 - If an Accident Should Occur with Power Lines........6 - Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas ..........7 - Site Selection: Where to Install Your Antenna ..........7 - Types of Support Structures and Mounting ...........8 •... - Page 3 CM-5016 HD/VHF/UHF 15 Element Antenna CM-5018 HD/VHF/UHF 17 Element Antenna CM-5020 HD/VHF/UHF 28 Element Antenna User’s Guide CM-5016 CM-5018 CM-5020...
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Page 4: Warning And Safety Information
Warning and Safety Information Please read this user’s manual before operating this product. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Features or specifications may be different depending on the type of product model purchased. Safe Use of This Product Carefully follow the warnings and safety notices presented within this manual. -
Page 5: Product Overview
That means peace of mind for you for years to come. Package Contents and Accessories Thank you for purchasing the Channel Master CM-5016, CM-5018 or CM-5020 Masterpiece Antenna. CM-5016 Antenna, User Guide... -
Page 6: Danger Information
WATCH FOR WIRES! You can be KILLED if this antenna comes near electric power lines! READ INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 7: Warning
Warning Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Before you start installation, let us warn you of the danger of letting any part of your antenna system touch electrical power lines - - you may be killed. -
Page 8: If An Accident Should Occur With Power Lines
Remember, even the slightest touch of an antenna to a power line can cause a fatal shock. Do NOT try to do the job on a windy day. Have a friend as a spotter when you’re on the roof. They can see things you can’t. -
Page 9: Important Guidelines For Installing Antennas
Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas If you’re not sure about careful, safe installation – do NOT try to do it yourself. Call for professional help (look up Television Antenna Systems in your area or call your local power company). Measure the maximum length of the antenna and mast assembly and then stay at least twice that distance away from power lines. -
Page 10: Types Of Support Structures And Mounting
is above ground, the better it performs. A good general rule is to install your vertical antenna about 5 to 10 feet above the roof line and as far away as possible from power line and obstructions. Types of Support Structures and Mounting DESCRIPTION USAGE HEIGHT LIMITATION... -
Page 11: Roof Mounting
Tower Not recommended. For professional use only Telescoping mast Not recommended. For professional use only Roof Mounting The swivel feature of “universal” type mounting brackets makes a convenient antenna mount for flat or peaked roofs. One clamp type bracket is used with 3 or 4 guy wires equally spaced around the mast and anchored to the roof or eaves by eyebolts. -
Page 12: Chimney Mounting
Chimney Mounting The chimney is often an easy and convenient mounting location. Note that the chimney must be strong enough to support the antenna in high winds. Do not use a chimney that has loose bricks or mortar. A good chimney mount makes use of a 5 or 10 foot ¼... - Page 13 Install selected mounting bracket. 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 Mount the extra included “Warning Label” supplied in the hardware bag on the antenna mast at eye level after installation has been completed.
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Page 14: Antenna Removal
Antenna Removal Removal of the antenna should be exactly the reverse of the installation instructions. Please, for your own safety, follow the instructions for installing the antenna starting with the last step first. This is the safest method. Lightning Protection To protect your house and your TV (FM, CB, etc.) installation, the mast of your antenna system must be properly grounded. -
Page 15: Installation Instructions
See Fig. 1. To Transmitter Figure 1 Front Back CM-5016 Note: Make sure plastic inulators are in place between the two phasing bars. 1.2 Rotate bottom elements until they click into place (CM-5016 Only). - Page 16 2.1 Lock reflector elements by raising and locking in place. See Fig. 2.1 Figure 2 Front 2.2 When the antenna is assembled, you can now prepare the down lead cable for connection 3.1 Slide rubber boot down cable and fit F-Type connector to end of cable as follows: a) Cut the end of the cable off square with a set of sharp cutters.
- Page 17 b) Open jaws of Cable Stripper. Insert the coax cable through the hole until it is flush with the lip. See Fig. 3b - Tool (PCT Series 8120MT) Figure 3b c) Twist the stripper several turns clockwise, until the “crunching” stops. d) Remove the coax from the stripping tool. e) Using a pair of pliers, remove the stripped material, until you are left with a bare copper center and leaving exposed only one layer of foil.
- Page 18 Figure 3d g) Insert the connector with cable into the compression tool. See Fig. 3e - Tool (PCT-ECN-CT) Figure 3e h) Compress the connector by closing the handle.. Remove the coax and connector from the compression tool. See Fig. 3f - Connector (PCT-TRS-6) Figure 3f...
- Page 19 Figure 3f 4.1 Screw F Type connector to Balun Housing finger tight. Slide rubber boot over F connector into balun housing. See Fig. 4. Figure 4 5.1 Attach the antenna to your chosen mast and then point it facing to the direction of your local transmitter. You may need to rotate or raise the antenna up the mast until you achieve the best results.
- Page 20 To Transmitter Figure 5 Front Back 5.2 Make certain cable is attached to mast by using UV PVC Tape or UV cable ties. This will prevent damage to the cable caused by strong wind conditions. Caution: Do not over tighten F Connector as damage may result to circuit board of Balun...
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Page 21: Features And Benefits
Features and Benefits for CM-5016: • Reduce time in assembly and easier to install • Heavy duty construction on ALL parts • Crimped ends on all elements - no water ingress or plastic caps to fall off thus no whistling •... - Page 22 Features and Benefits for CM-5018 & CM-5020: • Snap out Reflectors and elements • Reduce time in assembly and easier to install • Heavy duty construction on ALL parts, • Crimped ends on all elements - no water ingress or plastic caps to fall off thus no whistling •...
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Page 23: Product Return Policy And Warranty
If the unit is found to be defective under our Warranty Policy Channel Master will repair or replace the item at no charge. Products outside of the warranty period should not... - Page 24 (“Equipment”).The warranties set forth herein are not transferable. 1.3 The Effective period of this Warranty will start on the date of purchase of the Equipment or the date of installation by a CHANNEL MASTER approved technician and will end, for the Equipment, ninety (90) days later (for all component parts and system upgrades), unless otherwise expressed or provided herein (in each case the “Warranty Period”).
- Page 25 Warranty within a reasonable time, subject to lead-times from factory, and will make a good faith effort to minimize any and all delays where possible; and (g) CHANNEL MASTER will, at its cost, ship the repaired item or replacement to the Customer. If the Customer requests express shipping, the Customer will pay CHANNEL MASTER an expediting fee.
- Page 26 FORCE MAJEURE: 5.1 CHANNEL MASTER will not be liable if its performance under this warranty becomes commercially impracticable due to any contingency beyond CHANNEL MASTER’s reasonable control,...
- Page 27 THE CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AGAINST CHANNEL MASTER REGARDING THE EQUIPMENT. 7.3 EVEN IF CHANNEL MASTER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THEM, CHANNEL MASTER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS AND REVENUES, FAILURE TO...
- Page 28 © 2012 Channel Master. Channel Master is a registered trademark. Specifications subject to change. All rights reserved. Pub CM.5016.5018.5020 ChannelMaster.com...