Audiovox FDTV1A television antenna
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1. costs incurred for installation removal or reinstallation of the product or if in the Company s opinion the product has been damaged through acts of nature alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect or accident This Warranty does not cover damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANT MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Some states provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also2. have other rights which vary from state province to state province U S A Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge NY 11788 CANADA Audiovox Return Center c o Genco 6685 Kennedy Road Unit 3 Door 16 Mississauga Ontario L5T 3A5 A E For customer service and For Customer Service m m kan Visit Our Website At technical information 1 800 290 6650 www audiovox com Product Information Photos FDTV1a US IB 02 FAQ s Owner s Manuals
3. on the bottom of the stand 2 Line the stand up with the G holes on the bottom of the antenna Use a Phillips head screwdriver to attach the stand to the bottom of the antenna Make sure not to overtighten the screws Connecting the FDTV1a You can use the FDTV1a with or without its amplifier depending on which connection gives you the best signal Using the amplifier provides the best performance in most situations so try using it first If you notice that you ve lost channels that you normally receive try connecting without the amplifier D e M p p Note If you find that some channels require the amplifier while others do not try unplugging the power supply for the amplifier for those channels not requiring amplification You can connect the FDTV1a directly to your TV or use it with a converter box or other tuning device with an antenna input such as a cable box or satellite receiver Installation continued PLALGA To connect the FDTV1a with the amplifier directly to your TV 1 Make sure your TV is turned off FDTV1a Built In Coaxial Cable 2 Connect the FDTV1a s built in cable to the input jack of the amplifier 3 Connect the amplifier s built in cable to the antenna input on your TV 4 Plug the amplifier s power cord into an electrical outlet Important This power unit should be plugged in so that it stays verti
4. use my antenna in a basement TV signals usually cannot penetrate into basement locations due to their lower elevation Please Note Other variables which are not related to antenna performance can effect your reception These include distance from the source transmitting the desired station and man made and natural conditions Example Obstacles such as buildings between the transmitting source and your antenna 12 Month Limited Warranty PLALGA Audiovox Electronics Corporation the Company warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof under normal use and conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced at the Company s option without charge for parts and repair labor To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product along with any accessories included in the original packaging is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defects s transportation prepaid to the Company at the address shown below Do not return this product to the Retailer This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased service or used outside the United States or Canada The Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise This Warranty does not apply to
5. FDTVia Owner s Manual FDTV1a Flat Antenna TERK Amplified Indoor Television Antenna Q About Your TERK FDTV1a Flat Antenna PLALGA Thank you for choosing the TERK FDTV1a TERK antennas are designed to deliver sharp clear reception of digital signals At TERK our engineering department is dedicated to designing antennas that enhance both the latest technology and the aesthetics of any viewing environment The FDTV1a installs in minutes and is easy to use The FDTV1a has a patented design that lets it receive signals from 360 degrees and work in both the horizontal and vertical planes which means it requires virtually no adjustments once you ve put it in place Before using your antenna please remove all parts from the box and read this owner s manual carefully The FDTV1a antenna package includes the following items 1 FDTV1a Antenna Pro with Built In Coaxial Cable 1 Removable Multi Purpose Stand Wall Mount with screws for attachment 1 Removable In Line Amplifier with Built In Coaxial Cable Q Installing your FDTV1a antenna PLALGA Find the best location for the Antenna Before you connect the antenna determine the best spot in your home for optimum reception Visit www antennaweb org to see where your local broadcasts are coming from Then try as much as possible to avoid obstructions between these transmitters and your antenna Positioning the Antenna Once you ve found the best place t
6. cal or lays flat 5 Run your TV s tuner channel setup to scan for available broadcast channels Installation continued PLALGA To connect the FDTV1a without the amplifier directly to your TV 1 Make sure your TV is turned off 2 Connect the FDTV1a s built in coaxial cable to the antenna input on your TV 3 Run your TV s tuner channel setup to scan for available broadcast channels FDTV1a Bult ilt In axial Cable Note about digital channels To display digital signals on your TV you ll need to have the right equipment either a TV that is capable of decoding digital signals or a digital converter box Installation continued PLALGA To connect the FDTV1a with the amplifier to a converter box or other tuning device 1 Make sure your converter box is turned off 2 Connect the FDTV1a s built in cable to the input jack of the amplifier 3 Connect the amplifier s cable to the antenna input on the FOTV1a Goon cab converter box 4 Follow the directions in the Amplifier manual that came with your sert converter box to connect it to your TV 5 Plug the amplifier s power cord into an electrical outlet Important This power unit should be plugged in so that it stays vertical or lays flat 6 Run your converter box s setup routine to scan for available broadcast channels Installation continued PLALGA To connect the FDTV1a without the amplifier
7. o set up your antenna you have three options for placing it you can lay it flat hang it on the wall or stand it upright The antenna is designed to perform equally well in all three positions For most settings the recommended position is lying flat attached to the included stand However the best position for your antenna may vary depending on your location and setting Television signal waves bounce off of objects causing signal reflections that might cause the antenna to perform better in one location or orientation over others Test the antenna in the different positions before putting it in its permanent position Please Note Do not place your FDTV1a near large metal objects or appliances that could create interference Installation continued PLALGA Attaching the Multi Purpose Stand Wall Mount The Multi Purpose Stand Wall Mount attaches to the FDTV1a two ways to the back for laying flat or mounting to the wall or to the bottom for standing the antenna upright To lay the FDTV1a flat or mount it to your wall 1 Push the screws through the holes on the bottom of the stand 2 Line the stand up with the holes on the back of the antenna Use a Phillips head screwdriver to attach the stand to the back of the antenna E Make sure not to overtighten the screws Q Installation continued PLALGA To stand the FDTV1a upright 1 Push the screws through the holes
8. to a converter box 1 Make sure your converter box is turned off m FDTV1a Built In Coaxial Cable Y Converter Box Audio Video Coaxial or Cable 2 Connect the FDTV1a s built in cable to the input jack of the amplifier Connect the amplifier s cable to the antenna input on the converter box Follow the directions in the manual that came with your converter box to connect it to your TV Run your converter box s setup routine to scan for available broadcast channels Troubleshooting PLALGA l have a cable ready TV Why am I not getting any channels above 13 The tuners inside of cable ready TVs have two modes One mode is for cable and the other mode is for antenna When the TV is in cable mode and you are using an antenna you will not be able to receive any channels above 13 To fix this simply access the menu of your TV and switch the TV from Cable CATV mode to ANT AIR mode I have my TV in a metal cabinet Will the antenna work for me Large metal objects may prevent the antenna signal from reaching the antenna Try placing the antenna outside of or above the metal cabinet If you decide to keep the FDTV1a on a metal cabinet use it in the upright position My home has aluminum siding insulation Where should place my antenna If you observe poor performance place the antenna near a window to minimize interference and improve your reception Can I
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