Labgear LABHG32T Professional High Gain 32 Element Aerial User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- Labgear
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Labgear LABHG32T Professional High Gain 32 Element Aerial User Guide
Congratulations on the purchase of your LABHG32T aerial. The aerial is ideal for the reception of all available signals in strong and medium strength areas. The aerial design has been tuned to minimise reception of signals above 790MHz from Lte800 4G mobile phone transmitters which can interfere with digital TV channels.
Features include
- 13.9dBi Gain
- F type connector for secure and easy connection
- Fast simple assembly
- Encapsulated weather resistant electronic balun
Installation Instructions
For optimum results install the aerial using double screened CAI benchmarked digital coax cable and s creened coax outlets. You will need to fit the coax cable with the F type connector supplied to connect to the downlead (not supplied) to the F socket on the aerial.
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Prepare the Coax Cable: Firstly fit the rubber weather boot provided, to the aerial end of the cable. Strip the end of the cable as shown in Fig. 1. Once you have stripped the cable, twist the braid and pull it back on itself, make sure that no braid is touching the copper core, this will cause a short on the cable and you will not get any signal.
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Fitting the F connector: Now, simply twist on the ‘F’ connector supplied and trim the central conductor.
For best results the aerial should be mounted on an outdoor aerial mast and pointed in the direction of the nearest transmitter* making sure it is in a position where the transmitter signal will not be obstructed by nearby trees and buildings. If you are in any doubt about the direction in which the aerial should be pointing or the orientation of the aerial (horizontal for main transmitter, vertical for relay transmitter) check your neighbours’ aerials.
The aerial requires some assembly. If mounting on an existing mast check that the mast is in good condition and firmly fixed.
Aerial assembly
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Clip the balun/dipole assembly to the main boom using the sprung studs to hold it in position as shown in Fig. 3.
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Using the reflector clamps, bolt and wing nut, fix the reflector assemblies to the main aerial boom as shown in Fig. 4 and Fig. 5.
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Check that the reflector clamp tabs locate in the holes of the reflector boom sections and that the wing nut is tight – see Fig. 5.
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Ensure that the reflector elements are facing the right way with the rivets facing the back of the aerial.
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Connect the aerial downlead to the ‘F’ socket on the underside of the balun (be careful not to over tighten the F connector) see Fig. 6.
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Slide the weather boot over the ‘F’ connector and socket to make a good seal – see Fig. 6.
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Make sure that the downlead is routed as shown in Fig.6.
Use insulating tape, to secure the the coax downlead to the mast.
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Finally connect the aerial to your TV/set top box and check the picture. Fine adjust the direction of the aerial to obtain the optimum signal reception.
Troubleshooting
No picture:
Check all connections from aerial to TV.
Poor picture:
Check all connections from aerial to TV.
Check aerial is properly aligned to the correct transmitter.
If the aerial has been loft mounted try mounting outside.
Make sure new digital coax cable has been used throughout the installation.
Check the transmitter signal is not obstructed by nearby trees or buildings.
If in a very weak signal area or for long cable runs, installing a masthead amplifier will improve the signal.
If in a strong signal area the signal strength may need to be reduced by fitting an attenuator.
Caution
When mounting the assembled aerial, always observe safety precautions and use
the correct equipment.
Unless you are competent in the use of ladders and other access equipment, do
not work outdoors at roof height. If in any doubt, refer to a qualified aerial
installer.
Specifications
Frequency Range MHz: 470-790
TV Channels: 21-60
Forward Gain dBd: 11.7
Forward Gain dBi: 13.9
Front/Back Ratio dB: >15.0
Beam Width +/-deg.: +/-16°
PCB Balun: Yes
Connector: F-Type
Length: 776mm
Width: 535mm
Height: 595mm
Useful Websites for Digital Advice:
*To find out which DTT channels should be available locally and to find out
where your nearest transmitter is visit:
http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/coveragechecker/ and enter postcode, house number
if you also check the detailed view box you will see a list of transmitter’s
with distances and compass bearings.
For further information, please contact:
Customer careline: 08457 573479 (Local Rate – UK Only)
Technical Support:
www.philex.com/support/
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority for recycling advice.
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