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Antenna Installation Safety
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70,
provides information on proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Lightning
For added protection for the High Definition LCD TV during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
High Definition LCD TV due to lightning and power-line surges. Do not disconnect
the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm-lightning may strike while you
are holding the cable cord, causing serious injury. Turn off your High Definition LCD
TV and wait for the weather to improve.
Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits.
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