CORE INNOVATIONS ANT801DCR Amplified HDTV Indoor Antenna User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: CORE INNOVATIONS

Table of Contents

Included Parts
Getting Started
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Warranty Information
- Limited Warranty
- Appendix
References
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ANT801DCR
User Manual

80-Mile Range Amplified Indoor TV Antenna with Signal Level Indicator

Included Parts

1 Antenna with Attached Coaxial Cable (9.8’) 2 Power Supply

Getting Started

Here’s what you’ll need to get set up:

Key Considerations for Your Installation Site

Be sure that installation is in accordance with all local, city, and state electrical and building codes.
Understand where broadcast towers are located in your area.
Visit www.antennapoint.com or www.antennaweb.org and enter your zip code to identify the channels you can expect to receive.

Make sure the distance between your location and the TV transmitter tower is within 80 miles and set up your antenna as high as possible in the direction of the TV tower for better reception. You can search for available channels in your area by visiting dtv.gov/maps or www.tvfool.com.

Step 1: Connect Your Antenna to Your TV
Plug the barrel end of the power supply into the DC input on the antenna, and the AC end into an electrical outlet.

If your TV has a digital tuner:
Simply connect the antenna’s coaxial output cable directly to your TV’s antenna input port.

If your TV does not have a digital tuner:
Connect the antenna’s coaxial output cable to your digital converter box, and then connect your converter box output cable to your TV.

Step 2: Check the LED Signal Indicator
The built-in LED signal indicator assists in locating the best channel reception. The LED lights indicate ideal signal strength.

Step 3: Scan for Channels
To perform a TV channel scan:

Set the tuner mode to “Antenna” or “Air” on your TV’s setup menu.
Set your TV to scan for channels. This may be listed as auto-program, auto-scan, channel search, or channel scan.
Move and rotate your antenna, and note which locations receive the most channels and best channel reception.
Note: Running a channel scan is not the same as pressing Channel UP/DOWN on your remote.
Refer to your TV’s user manual for further details. Note: You must re-scan for channels anytime you move or reposition your antenna.

Troubleshooting

I am not getting any channels, or channels are missing.
Keep your antenna away from sources of interference, including air conditioners, hairdryers, and microwave ovens.
Move or rotate your antenna and re-run a channel scan on your TV. Refer to your TV’s user manual for more information.

Picture or sound freezes while I am watching a channel. The picture quality is weak.
This is often caused by a weak or intermittent signal. Try moving or rotating your antenna to a different location or angle.

When do I need to run a channel scan?
Run a channel scan after setting up or adjusting your antenna.
Visit www.antennaweb.org/address to calculate the strength of each station. You may then run a channel scan on an as-needed basis.

How do I know where the signal is strongest?
Test your antenna in different locations or at different angles, making sure to run a channel scan every time you move your antenna.
Sometimes moving a few feet can make a difference. The fewer obstructions between the antenna and the tower, and the higher the antenna are mounted, the better the chance of receiving a strong signal.
Some HDTVs have a signal strength indicator that shows how strong your signal is. Refer to your TV’s user manual for more information.

Where should I place my antenna?
The antenna is designed for indoor use. We recommend placing your antenna on a flat surface away from sources of interference.

Does my antenna work with any HDTV?
Your antenna works with any HDTV or device that has an ATSC tuner. Any TV manufactured after March 1, 2007, is required by the US government to have an ATSC tuner. If your TV menu has an option to scan for digital channels, your TV has an ATSC tuner.

How many channels will I receive with my antenna?
The number of channels will vary from location to location. Generally, if you live in or near a metropolitan area, you will receive more channels than if you live outside a metropolitan area. Keep in mind that antenna reception may vary based on terrain (including trees, buildings, hills, and mountains). The fewer the obstructions, the better your chance of receiving strong digital signals.

How do I confirm that my antenna is working properly?
Connect your antenna to the power supply. Make sure the indicator light is on. Then, plug your antenna into your TV’s tuner, and make sure there are input signals.

What should I do if my antenna indicator light is off?
If the light does not turn on, please check whether the connector is loose, the plug is not fully inserted or if it is placed incorrectly.

Are all broadcasts now in High Definition?
Not all digital signals are in High Definition. Make sure your digital receiver is an HD receiver, otherwise HD channels cannot be viewed.

Specifications

80-Mile Range
1080P Full HD, 4K Ultra HD Ready
Omni-Directional
3G/4G/5G LTE Filter
Impedance: 75 Ohm
Connector Type: F Male
Adapter Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.3A
Adapter input: 9V-500mA
Coaxial Cable: 9.8′
In the Box: Antenna with Built-in Amplifier, Coaxial Cable (9.8′), Power Adapter, User Manual, Warranty Card

Need Help?
For customer support regarding your device, please submit a request by emailing support@dpaudiovideo.zendesk.com. You will be provided a ticket number regarding your inquiry, which you can refer to when contacting us further.

You may also reach a Core Innovations customer service representative by calling 1-833-909-CORE (1-833-909-2673). We are available Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm PST, except for major holidays. Core Innovations strongly urges customers to email their inquiry prior to calling, as this will enable us to better assist you.
Please make sure to note the model number and a description of your inquiry.
Thank you for purchasing a Core Innovations product.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Core Innovations (the “Company”) warrants the product purchased and contained in this package (the “Product”) against defects in material or workmanship for 90 Days (Parts & Labor) and 1 Year (Limited). In order for the Company to honor this limited warranty, you must present a valid proof of purchase (i.e. a receipt) of this Product.

Appendix

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Core Innovations intends to make this manual accurate and complete. However, Core Innovations makes no claim that the information contained herein covers all details and conditions. The information in this document is subject to change without notice at any time. Core Innovations assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this manual.