TERK Amplified AM/FM Stereo Indoor Antenna-Complete Features/User Instruction

TERK Amplified AM/FM Stereo Indoor Antenna

Specifications

• ANTENNA: Radio
• BRAND: Audiovox Accessories Corporation
• COLOR: Accessory
• ITEM DIMENSIONS LXWXH: 17.5 x 4.75 x 3.75 inches
• ITEM WEIGHT: 1.35 pounds
• DEPARTMENT: Electronics

Introduction

Receipt in all directions AM/FM station reception is vastly improved. Air Coil technology separates AM and FM frequencies for better radio reception and less static and noise. Weak signals are amplified via a built-in low-noise amplifier. Prepare for storms by staying up to date on local weather, news, emergencies, and school closings.

Remember that no antenna can receive a radio signal that isn’t there. When a usable radio signal is present, your AM/FM Tower will improve AM and FM reception. Note: Generally, a practical limit to radio reception is 40-50 miles from the broadcast transmitter depending on the terrain.

GAIN CONTROL KNOB

Located on the front of the AM/FM Tower is the gain control knob. The gain control is the mechanism that either increases or decreases the antenna’s amplified intensity. The further away you are from the radio signal, the more you increase the gain. If you are very close to the radio signal, signal saturation occurs, lowering the gain will decrease the amount of distortion. See Fig. 4.

MAKING CONNECTIONS

WITH YOUR NEW AM/FM TOWER

Radio tuners and receivers can have different connections for your new Tower antenna. Please find the connection that best matches your tuner or receiver and follow the listed instructions.

FM CONNECTIONS

75 OHM COAXIAL

Your TERK antenna has a Slip-On Coaxial connector on the FM lead. Simply slide the connector onto the coaxial terminal. See Fig. 1.

75 OHM PUSH-BUTTON CONNECTION

If your Radio tuner or receiver has Push-Button terminals for FM you will need to use the supplied RED 75 Ohm matching transformer. First, slide the RED 75 Ohm matching transformer into the connector on the FM lead of the antenna. Next, slide the Red wire into the terminal marked “FM 75 Ohm”. Lastly, connect the BLACK wire into the terminal marked “FM Ground” or “GND”. See Fig. 2.

ARE CONNECTIONS

AM PUSH-BUTTON CONNECTION

Your TERK antenna uses a Twin Lead Bare Wire for AM connections. If your radio tuner or receiver has a Push-Button connection, simply slip the bare wires into the push-button connections. For a Screw Terminal connection, for wrap the bare wires around the screw terminals and tighten them. See Figs. 2/3.

POWER CONNECTION

Plug the small end of the included power supply into the jack located on the Slip-On Coaxial connector at the end of the FM Lead. Plug the large end of the power supply into any working electrical outlet.

NOTE
When plugged into an electrical outlet, your TERK antenna will remain “ON”. This is not a problem because the AC adapter uses very little power. To turn “OFF” the power supply, it must be plugged into a switched outlet. Some late model radio tuners and receivers come with a switched outlet located on the back. It is safe to use this outlet for the TERK power supply.

LOCATING YOUR AM/FM TOWER FOR BEST RESULTS

1. All antennas are affected by electromagnetic fields. To maximize performance, position your AM/FM Tower antenna away from direct contact with receivers, tuners, CD players, TVs and computers.

NOTE
Antennas work best when CD players, VCRs, and computers are turned off.

2. Keep the antenna away from large metal objects. Placing the AM/FM Tower near a window often provides the best results.
3. On occasions, certain areas in your home may be null points or dead spots where no radio signal can be received. This may also occur in metal-frame buildings and houses with aluminum siding. In this case, simply move your antenna, trying different locations, until the best reception is achieved.
4. In weak signal areas, optimum tuning is achieved with your receiver’s scan button in the off position.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the best way to attach my Terk FM antenna?
  The FM lead on your Terk antenna features a Slip-On coaxial connector. The connector is simply fitted onto the coaxial terminal. If your FM radio tuner or receiver has push-button terminals, you’ll need to use the RED 75 Ohm matching transformer that comes with it.

• Why isn’t my Terk antenna functioning properly?
  Ensure that the HDTV is connected to the appropriate “antenna in” input on the set-top box or television. Make sure the UHF antenna is fully inserted into the base. Make sure the antenna element is pointing at the broadcast tower (see page 4 for instructions on how to locate the broadcast tower using the internet).

• What is the best way to install a Terk Indoor HDTV amplified antenna?
  1 Make a connection. Connect the antenna’s coax cable to your television’s coax receiver.
  The antenna should be placed in the second position. Hang your antenna on the wall, place it on a shelf, or use a stand to put it in the best possible location.
  3 Scan the channels.

• How good are Terk FM antennas?
  This is a passive (non-amplified) antenna that is similar to an FM dipole. It has the advantages of being smaller, more attractive, and, most significantly, easier to install and target.

• A Terk antenna is a type of antenna used by Turks.
  This TERK Amplified Indoor Antenna gives you free access to both network and local programming in full 1080 HD resolution. The HDTVA beats TV antennas from other manufacturers by providing maximum gain with its highly directed UHF element and improved amplification.

• What’s the best way to set up a Terk Wi-Fi extender?
  The antenna is simple to install but to set up the range extender, you’ll need Terk’s free app (available for Android and iOS devices). Connect the coax cable to your TV’s antenna input and set your TV to the channel-discovery mode by plugging the Xtend’s wall wart into an AC outlet.

• What can I do to make my FM radio antenna more powerful?
  Another alternative is to utilize a directional antenna or re-orient the antenna that your radio is using. Your radio will be able to separate the two stations better if you can (somehow) increase the volume of NCPR transmission while decreasing the objectionable broadcast.

• What is the ideal length for an FM antenna?
  The antenna’s overall length should be around 150 cm, with each leg measuring 75 cm. The resonant frequency should dip significantly in the bottom half of the FM broadcast band due to this length, yet the more popular stations are generally found in this region.

• Without a code, how can I program a universal remote?
  4th most common method: Release and repeatedly push the power button until the LED blinks or stays lighted, then release and repeatedly press the power button until the device turns on or off, then hit the device key (sometimes the stop button) to preserve the setting.

• What is the Terk antenna’s range?
  The range of reception is up to 65 miles.

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