INSIGNIA NS-ANT20DA Compact Outdoor Antenna Quick Setup Guide

Quick Setup Guide

INSIGNIA NS-ANT20DA Compact Outdoor Antenna

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Outdoor antenna
• Antenna base
• Metal stand
• Coaxial cable
• Power inserter
• Rubber boot
• AC adapter
• Zip tie
• Quick Setup Guide
• Wall and pole installation kit

MOUNTING TOOLS

Note: You don’t need any tools to set on a flat surface. If mounting to a wall, roof, or another surface, you’ll need a:

• Drill with 3/32″, 7/32″ and 1/4″ drill bits
• Hammer
• Phillips screwdriver
• Pencil

FEATURES

• 40-mile range for superior reception, even in difficult locations

• Amplifier included to boost weak signals from far away

• Designed for indoor and outdoor use

• Resistant to summer and winter elements

• Water-proof and anti-UV housing with a lightweight, compact, and stylish design

• Full kit of installation parts included for mounting to exterior walls, roofs, attics, poles, or
  other surfaces

• Works with 4K TVs

WARNING: Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous.
For your safety, follow the enclosed installation directions.

Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

MOUNTING YOUR ANTENNA

Note: When using an electric drill, you should wear protective eye goggles and make sure that the drill bit is installed correctly to avoid injury.

WARNING: Do NOT bend the flexible antenna base with the antenna attached. This can crack
the antenna’s plastic housing. To bend the flexible antenna base, remove the antenna and bend the antenna base. Then, reinstall the antenna.

Wall mount
Wooden wall

1. Use the antenna base to mark the screw locations.                  

2. Attach the antenna base to a wall with the included screws (×4).
   Notes:
   • You may choose to pre-drill the holes using a 3/32″ drill bit.
   • Make sure that the antenna base’s arm is upturned.        

3. Unscrew the black knob on the back of the antenna, then insert the antenna onto the antenna base and screw the black knob back on until it is snug.

Concrete or masonry wall

1. Use the antenna base to mark the drilling positions.           

2. Use an electric drill with a 7/32″ drill bit to drill four holes that are 1.38 in. (35 mm) deep,
   then clean the holes.
   Note: Start with a 7/32″ drill bit. If the hole is not large enough to fit the wall anchors, increase the drill bit size to 1/4″.

3. Use a hammer to insert the wall anchors (×4) into the holes, then attach the antenna base to
   the wall with screws (×4).
   Note: Make sure that the antenna base’s arm is upturned.

4. Unscrew the black knob on the back of the antenna, then insert the antenna onto the antenna base and screw the black knob back on until it is snug.

Pole mount

1. Select a pole that is firmly inserted into the ground or attached to a building to install the
   antenna on.
   Note: The pole must have a diameter of 1.4 in. (35.6 mm) or less.

2. Attach the antenna base to the pole with U-bolts (×2) and wing nuts (×4).
   Note: Make sure the antenna base’s arm is upturned.           

3. Unscrew the black knob on the back of the antenna, then insert the antenna onto the antenna base and screw the black knob back on until it is snug.

USING THE RUBBER BOOT

1. Use the included rubber boot to help protect the coaxial connection to the antenna from
   environmental elements.
   • Cut four, evenly-spaced slits into the narrow end of the rubber boot. • Run the coaxial cable through the narrow end of the rubber boot, then connect the coaxial cable to the antenna’s coaxial jack.
   • Slide the rubber boot into the round channel on the antenna.
   • Wrap the included zip tie around the four slits on the narrow end of the rubber boot, then pull the tie tight.

2. Leave enough slack in the coaxial cable to create a drip loop. This will prevent unwanted moisture from entering your house.

3. Seal the coaxial cable’s entry point into your house with exterior caulk.

PLACING YOUR ANTENNA INDOORS

1. Unscrew the black knob on the back of the antenna.

2. Place the metal stand over the thumbscrew hole, with the stand pointing away from the
   antenna body.

3. Screw the black knob on until it is snug.
   Notes:
   • This method is not intended for outdoor use, as wind and other factors can easily move the antenna.
   • Perform a channel scan whenever the antenna is moved, as available channels might change.

CONNECTING YOUR ANTENNA

Note : For the antenna to properly function, the power inserter must be installed and powered on.

1. Connect the included coaxial cable to the power inserter, then connect it to the antenna.
   Note : A longer coaxial cable may need to be purchased if the included cable is not long enough for your mounting position.

2. Choose which device (HDTV, digital converter box, or set-top box) to connect the power inserter to.

HDTV
Connect the power inserter’s coaxial connection to the coaxial jack on the back of your TV.

Digital converter box or Set-top box

1. Connect the power inserter’s coaxial connection to the coaxial jack on your digital converter box or set-top box (both are not included).                      
2. Connect a video/audio cable (such as an HDMI, a coaxial cable, or a composite cable) from your converter box or set-top box to your TV.

CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER

Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet, then plug the other end into the power inserter.

SCANNING FOR CHANNELS

1. Turn on your TV then press input or source to select the input your antenna is connected to
   Note: Turn on your digital converter box or set-top box if your antenna is connected to either device.

2. Open your device’s setup menu, then select the “scan” or “channel scan” option. Your device automatically searches for available channels in your area.
   Note: See your device’s manual for detailed instructions.

TIPS FOR BETTER RECEPTION

• Install the antenna as high as possible to avoid possible obstacles between the antenna and
  transmission tower. Obstacles may cause signal loss.

• When installing indoors, place the antenna near a window. If the window has a metal screen,
  place the antenna near a window that does not have a metal screen.

• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference, such as air conditioners, hair dryers, or
  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.

• 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.

• The antenna’s range will vary depending on a wide range of environmental and geographic
  factors—the mile range provided is only for reference.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions (H×W×D): 8.2 × 4.8 × 2.4 in. (20.8 × 12.2 × 6.1 cm) (antenna body only)
• Net weight: .6 lbs (.3 kg)(antenna and mounting bracket)
• Range: 40 miles (approximate, for guidance only)
• VHF Range: 174-230 MHz
• UHF Range: 470-862 MHz
• Amplifier Gain: 20dB (average)

LEGAL NOTICES

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.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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