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V I D E O
Am p lifie d TV
Antenna
Thank you for choosing the RCA Amplified TV Antenna. You have
selected a fine product designed to provide years of performance.
Before attempting to use your antenna, please remove all parts from
the box and read the installation and use instructions carefully.
Included with the antenna are:
Band Separator
Matching Transformer
120 VAC, 60 Hz to 12 VDC, 200mA Wall Adapter
ANT200
Fiv e Ye a r Lim it e d Wa r r a n t y
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CAUTIO N
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
!
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important Safety Instructions For Antenna
Before using the AC adapter or antenna, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on the AC adapter and antenna.
Do not expose the AC adapter and antenna to moisture of any kind.
Use of any AC adapter not included with the antenna or recommended or
sold by the antenna manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury and will void your warranty.
To reduce risk of damage to the AC adapter, do not pull on the cord to dis-
connect from the wall outlet. Instead, disconnect the unit from the outlet by
pulling on the plug rather than the cord.
Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
Do not operate AC adapter or antenna with a damaged cord or plug.
Replace it immediately.
Do not operate the AC adapter or antenna if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
Do not disassemble the AC adapter or antenna. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock. Disassembly of product by unauthorized
personnel will result in voiding your product warranty.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug AC adapter from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Do not install the antenna near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibra-
tion, or shock.
Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean antenna’s surfaces.
Be sure to save instructions for future reference.
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Installation
Hooking Up To The Antenna Input On Your TV Or VCR
Your antenna may be hooked up directly
to your TV or VCR
1. Locate the “Antenna In” connector on the back of your TV or VCR.
2. Screw the end of the antenna cable to the “Antenna In” connector on the
back of your TV or VCR.
ANTENNA
300 OHM Hook Up
If you own a TV that will not allow direct hook-up to the “Antenna In” connector,
see the diagrams below for hooking up with the band separator and matching
transformer.
Screw the Antenna cable into
UHF
VHF
the band separator (included).
Screw the VHF antenna cable
into the VHF terminal and
attach the UHF antenna lead to
the UHF screws on the TV.
Band
Separator
Screw the Antenna cable into
the band separator (included).
Connect the VHF cable from the
band separator to the 75/ 300
ohm transformer (included).
Connect the VHF and UHF
antenna leads to the corre-
sponding VHF and UHF Screws
on the TV.
UHF
VHF
Band
Separator
75/300 ohm
Matching Transformer
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Hooking Up a CABLE, SATELLITE or DIGITAL SATELLITE SYS-
TEM to your antenna
Your cable, satellite, or Digital Satellite System can be directly connected
to the ANT200 allowing access to off-air local programming. By a simple
flick of a switch on the back of the antenna, you can switch from your
local off-air programming to cable, satellite or Digital Satellite System
programming.
A. To hook-up your cable, satellite, or Digital Satellite System to the
ANT200, connect the “OUT TO TV” cable from the system to the
connector marked “CABLE” on the antenna. (see diagram)
B. When the switch is in the CABLE position, the signal from your
cable, satellite, or Digital Satellite System will pass through the
antenna to your TV or VCR without interference. (see diagram)
C. When the switch is in the ANTENNA position, you will receive local
programming from off-air signals via the ANT200. (see diagram)
C
B
A
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Power
The ANT200 operates on DC power via a 120 VAC wall adapter.
Don't plug the wall adapter into any other power source.
To power your antenna:
1. Connect the power supply to your antenna by plugging the cord
into the jack marked 12VDC, 200mA on the back of the antenna.
2. Plug the wall adapter into a 120 VAC, 60Hz wall outlet.
3. Turn the antenna on by rotating the Power Control Dial
clockwise until the green power indicator lights.
Tuning and Adjustments
Take the following steps to tune and adjust your antenna.
1. Select the channel you want to watch.
2. Turn the antenna power on by rotating the Power Control Dial just
to the point that the green light glows.
3. Move the extended dipoles (channels 2-13) or the loop
(channels 14 and higher) until you get the best picture possible.
4. Increase the antenna power by turning the Power Control Dial
clockwise until you get the best picture possible.
5. This process may need to be repeated each time channels
are changed.
Dipoles
Loop
Power Control Dial
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Other RCA Accessories
Several accessories are available that will enable you to expand your home
video system. To order any that are listed below, contact your local RCA
dealer, complete the order form, or call 1-800-338-0376.
A
L
D
Universal Remote Control
(RCU500)
REW
PLAY
STOP
FF
REC
PAUSE
ENTER
DSPY
A full featured remote that offers the versatility of oper-
ating both video and audio components. It controls up
to 5 components and includes code search, advanced
PIP and menu controls, digital satellite system compati-
bility and a toll-free consumer help line.
MUTE
PREV CH
1
2
5
8
0
3
4
7
6
9
INPUT
TV•VCR
•
•
•
SWAP
FREEZE
PIP
–
+
MOVE
MOVE PIP
SYSTEMLINK
5
AV
$49.95
Surge Suppressor
(STR603)
Get full surge protection for your phone line, eliminate
interference from noise entering through power lines
and protect your valuable equipment from most harm-
ful power spikes. 5 heavy duty grounded outlets and
in/ out phone line jack.
$29.95
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Accessory Order Form
Se e Yo u r Lo ca l RCA De a le r
O r O r d e r By P h o n e
1-800-338-0376
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Ha ve Yo u r Cre d it Ca rd Re a d y
O rd e r M-F 8 AM th ru 8 PM, Sa t 9 AM th ru 5 PM (EST)
Allo w 4 We e k s fo r De live ry
TO ORDER BY MAIL
Model # Description
Price
$49.95
$29.95
Qty. Total
RCU500
Universal Remote Control
STR603
Surge Suppressor
Amount of Order
Add App. Sales Tax
Incl. Post. & Handling
Total Amount of Order
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Applicable State Taxes Apply.
5.00
Name __________________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________________
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Mail To: Thomson Consumer Electronics
P.O. Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573
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