Radio Shack 1500369 User Manual

1500369
User's Guide
In-line
TV Antenna Signal Amplifier
Package Contents
• Signal Amplifier • Power Injector
• AC Adapter • Screws (2)
• User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing your In-Line TV Antenna Signal
Amplifier from RadioShack. Please read this user's guide
before installing, setting up, and using your new signal
amplifier.
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Caution:
Because the Amplifier uses the coaxial cable to carry the
current from the DC power supply, proper connections
are crucial. Carefully follow all instructions in this User's
Guide to avoid damage to your equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read and retain all safety and operating instructions.
2. The amplifier should be situated so that its location
does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
3. This amplifier should be connected to a power supply
of the type described in the operating instructions or
marked on the amplifier.
4. Do not attempt to destroy the grounding or
polarization components of this amplifier.
5. Wipe the amplifier with a damp cloth occasionally
to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals,
cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the
amplifier.
6. Do not expose to liquid, vapor, or rain.
7. An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.
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8. Place the amplifier away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances.
9. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of
electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts.
10. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver,
be sure the antenna system is grounded to provide
protection against voltage surges, built-up static
charges, and lightning strikes. Section 810 of the
National Electric Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-
70-1990, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of masts and supporting structures,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Specifications
Amplifier
Frequency ...................................................................50 – 900 MHz
Gain ................................................................................ Min. 12 dB
Noise Figure.................................... .................................Max. 4 dB
Power Injector
Input....................................................................... ...............12V DC
Insertion Loss......................................... ..........................Max. 3 dB
AC/DC Adapter
Input ..........................................................................120V AC, 60Hz
Output .............................................. 12V DC, 200mA, Tip positive
Specifications are subject to change and improvement without
notice. Actual product may vary from the images found in this
document.
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Connect to the Antenna
Indoor
Slide to ON
1. Install your amplifier close to your antenna. You can
mount the amplifier on a wall or another surface
using the supplied screws.
• Do not install the amplifier outdoors. Install it inside
your home where the coaxial cable enters from the
antenna.
• To keep exposed cable to a minimum, you can place
the amplifier in your attic.
• Install waterproof seal around outdoor connections.
• To prevent interference, do not place the amplifier
within six inches of any other electronic device.
2. Connect the TO Antenna connector to the antenna,
or to an antenna transformer, if present (as close to the
antenna as possible). You must connect the amplifier
(TO Antenna and TO Power Injector) correctly. The
amplifier will not receive power if reversed.
3. Route a 75-ohm (RG-6 or RG-6QS) coaxial cable (not
supplied) from your amplifier to the power injector.
• Use only as much cable as is necessary to make
each connection. Extra cable length reduces signal
strength.
• Do not route cable where it might be cut, crimped, or
crushed.
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Connect the Power Injector
1. Place the power injector close to your television and
an AC outlet.
2. Connect the coaxial cable from the amplifier to the
ANT power injector connection.
3. Connect the TV side of the power injector to your TV,
or to a 75 ohm splitter (not included).
4. Double-check all connections. You must connect the
power injector (ANT and TV) correctly. Your TV or
receiver may be damaged if reversed.
5. Connect the supplied AC adapter to the power
injector's DC 12V jack, then plug it into a standard
household outlet. The amplifier's red LED lights when
it has power.
HDTV
Power Injector
-OR-
TV
FM
75 ohm Splitter
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