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Jack OA-8000 Installation Instructions

Vhf + uhf amplified hdtv antenna

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STEP 1:
Verify all components and parts are included, using figure at bottom of this page.
STEP 2:
Install the JACK Antenna in one of two ways (Page 2):
RV Mounting: Mount to a Sensar
Pole Mounting: Mount to a stationary pole (on a house for example) using the supplied Pole Mount
STEP 3:
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY, THEN MAKE CONNECTIONS ON PAGE 3.
The JACK antenna is an amplified antenna that requires +12 volts power.
When replacing an existing amplified antenna that has an existing power injector, just replace
the antenna head assembly and verify that you have power to the JACK antenna when the wall
switch power injector is "ON." A red LED light on the bottom of the JACK antenna will illuminate
when +12 volts is present and the internal amplifier is powered. Do not use both the existing
power injector and the power injector supplied with the JACK Antenna!
When using the JACK Antenna with the supplied power injector
STEP 4:
Read the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS on page 4 for antenna pointing instructions.
Reception Frequencies
VHF: 47-230 MHz
UHF: 470-860 MHz
retractable arm using the supplied RV Antenna Bracket.
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Bracket. DO NOT MOUNT TO A POLE ON A VEHICLE.
When using an existing power injector already in the RV
Using two power injectors in the circuit can cause the JACK Antenna
power supply to overheat, possibly causing injury or severe damage.
Use either the existing power injector or the JACK power injector.
WARNING: DO NOT USE BOTH POWER INJECTORS!
A typical power injector for an
existing RV antenna will be a wall
plate or A/V distribution box with an
ON/OFF type switch.
Verify that any existing power injector has been disconnected.
VHF + UHF Amplified HDTV Antenna
Model OA8000 & OA8001 Installation Instructions
Voltage
Input: AC110-120V / AC220-240V
Working: DC12V / 100mA
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Summary of Contents for Jack OA-8000

  • Page 1 JACK antenna when the wall switch power injector is “ON.” A red LED light on the bottom of the JACK antenna will illuminate when +12 volts is present and the internal amplifier is powered. Do not use both the existing...
  • Page 2 1. Turn off antenna power injector at wall switch or A/V switch and raise the existing antenna. 2. Attach the RV antenna bracket to the JACK antenna with the 4 supplied sets of lock washers and screws. 3. Unscrew coax cable and remove existing Sensar antenna (if present) from the retractable arm (keep retaining pins and clips).
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  • Page 4: Troubleshooting

    LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Every new JACK HDTV Antenna is covered by the following one year parts limited warranty from the date of original purchase: • One year parts warranty: The customer is not responsible for the cost of replacement parts if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of the warranty. The customer is responsible for the cost of replacement parts after one year.

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