INSIGNIA NS-ANT314 Indoor HDTV Antenna User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- Insignia
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INSIGNIA NS-ANT314 Indoor HDTV Antenna
Product Information
This is a specially designed antenna that can receive both analog and digital TV broadcasting signals in the VHF and UHF bands, as well as FM radio signals. It is an ideal and easy-to-install solution for home or portable TV reception.
Package Contents
- VHF antenna
- UHF antenna
- Coaxial cable
Features
- Receives TV signals in VHF and UHF bands
- Compatible with analog and digital TV broadcasting
- Can also receive FM radio signals
- Easy-to-install
- Specially designed for home or portable TV reception
SETTING UP AND USING YOUR ANTENNA
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Squeeze the bottom of the UHF antenna and insert it into the holes on the base.
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Screw the VHF antennas into the base.
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Connect the end of the coaxial cable to the coaxial jack on the back of your TV or digital converter box.
Connect to HDTV
If you have an HDTV with a digital TV (ATSC) tuner, you can connect the antenna directly to the HDTV. Older TVs may require a separate digital TV tuner, or digital converter box, such as the Insignia NS-DXA2.
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Connect to TV through digital converter box
Note: See the instructions for your digital converter box for connection steps.
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If possible, place your antenna near a window and away from sources of interference, then adjust the UHF and VHF antennas. 5 Turn on your TV and press input or source. Select the input for your antenna (usually labeled TV).
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Open your TV’s Setup menu, then select the “scan” or “channel scan” option. Your TV automatically searches for available channels in your area. Refer to your TV’s User Guide for detailed instructions.
SIGNAL RECEPTION
For the best reception, check the following conditions:
- Install the antenna as high as possible to avoid possible obstacles between the antenna and the transmission tower.
- If possible, place the antenna near windows.
- Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
- Run a channel scan every time you move your antenna.
- If possible, position your antenna toward the transmission tower. To determine which channels are available in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org. Type in your zip code to get help with antenna placement.
- Test the antenna in multiple locations to find the strongest signal.
- This antenna is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.
- Run a channel scan monthly to make sure you are receiving all possible channels.
- Some TVs have a signal strength indicator that can help with antenna placement. See your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.
- This antenna works with any TV or device with an ATSC tuner. Refer to the device manual to check compatibility.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| PROBLEM | SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| Cannot find any channels | • Make sure you have selected the correct input on |
your TV.
• Go to the menu on your TV or digital converter box and rescan the channels.
• Make sure all your connections are correct and secure.
• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or digital converter box.
• Make sure you are connected to a TV or digital converter box with an ATSC tuner.
Picture quality is good on some channels and poor or no reception on others| • Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or digital converter box.
• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
• Your antenna may be too far from the broadcast antenna to receive an adequate signal. The signal may also be affected by obstructions between the broadcast antenna and your antenna.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate. Some TVs have a signal strength indicator. See your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.
• If you use a UHF/VHF amplifier to boost the signal level, make sure that it is operating correctly.
I don’t know what digital TV reception I get in my area| • To determine which
channels are available in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org. Type
in your zip code to get help with antenna
placement.
Not all channels are available after performing a channel scan| • Adjust your
antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or digital converter box.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate. Some TVs have a signal strength indicator. See your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.
SPECIFICATIONS
- VHF 87.5-230 MHz
- UHF 470-860 MHz
- FM 88-108 MHz
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References
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