CM-5016
CM-5018
CM-5020
USER GUIDE
Table of Contents
Warning and Safety Information ...................................................................2
Product Overview ..................................................................................................................3
Package Contents and Accessories ............................................................3
Danger Information ...........................................................................................................4
- Warning.................................................................................................................................................5
- Follow These Procedures for the Safest Installation .............................5
- If an Accident Should Occur with Power Lines........................................6
- Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas ..............................................7
- Site Selection: Where to Install Your Antenna ............................................7
- Types of Support Structures and Mounting ...................................................8
• Roof Mounting ..........................................................................................................................9
• Side of House Mounting .................................................................................................9
• Chimney Mounting .......................................................................................................... 10
- How to Install Your Antenna ...................................................................................... 10
- Antenna Removal ................................................................................................................. 12
- Lightning Protection ............................................................................................................ 12
Installation Instructions ........................................................................................ 13
Features and Benets ................................................................................................. 19
Product Return Policy and Warranty ................................................... 21
CM-5016 HD/VHF/UHF 15 Element Antenna
CM-5018 HD/VHF/UHF 40 Element Antenna
CM-5020 HD/VHF/UHF 60 Element Antenna
User’s Guide
CM-5016
CM-5020
CM-5018
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Warning and Safety Information
Please read this user’s manual before operating this product.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice. Features or specications may be different depending on the type of
product model purchased.
Safe Use of This Product
Carefully follow the warnings and safety notices presented within this
manual. Please pay special attention to the following indications of
potentially hazardous situations:
Warning:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury.
Caution:
Indicates a situation, which, if not avoided, could damage this product or
other devices.
Note:
Indicates additional user information to make the user aware of possible
problems and to help the user understand, use and maintain the product.
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Product Overview
All Channel Master - Masterpiece Antennas are future-proof and
legacy protected. So you can have the confidence that no matter
what the installation requirement, you have it all covered in one
quality antenna.
Because time is money, all Masterpiece Antennas are engineered to
be easy to install. Simply open the box, click open and you’re ready
to go! We know how important time is to the installer. The entire
Channel Master Masterpiece Antenna is engineered so that every bit
just ‘clicks’ into place, U-bolts are fitted on most models.
No fiddling, dropping or scratching around - it’s all there on the
antenna ready to go. This attention to detail is also seen in the
antenna ends and edges; every piece is crimped and machined to
ensure a safe, trouble-free installation. Every antenna is made of the
finest components to exceed even the most extreme conditions.
That means peace of mind for you for years to come.
Package Contents and Accessories
Thank you for purchasing the Channel Master CM-5016, CM-5018 or
CM-5020 Masterpiece Antenna.
CM-5016 Antenna, User Guide
CM-5018 Antenna, User Guide
CM-5020 Antenna, User Guide
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WATCH FOR WIRES!
You can be KILLED if this antenna comes
near electric power lines!
READ INSTRUCTIONS
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Warning
Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous. For your
safety, follow the installation directions.
Before you start installation, let us warn you of the danger of letting
any part of your antenna system touch electrical power lines - you may be killed.
It happens more often than you realize! Someone falls off of a roof or
gets the shock of their life.
Unfortunately, a good antenna site is often near electrical power
lines. If any metal antenna part touches a power line, it completes an
electrical path through the installer (that’s you!) to the ground.
Follow These Procedures for the
Safest Installation
1. Perform as much antenna assembly on the ground as possible.
2. Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance to the
power lines before you start installing. WE RECOMMEND YOU STAY
A MINIMUM OF TWICE THE MAXIMUM LENGTH OF THE ANTENNA
ASSEMBLY AWAY FROM ALL POWER LINES.
3. Do not use a metal ladder.
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4. Remember, even the slightest touch of an antenna to a power
line can cause a fatal shock.
5. Do NOT try to do the job on a windy day.
6. Have a friend as a spotter when you’re on the roof. They can see
things you can’t.
7. If you start to drop an antenna, move away from it and let it fall.
8. If any part of the antenna should come into contact with a
power line CALL YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY! DO NOT TRY
TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will remove it safely.
9. Mast, lead-in, and metal guy wires are excellent conductors of
electrical current - - keep them away from power lines too.
10. Be sure your family and friends understand the danger of
touching an overhead power line. Tell them never to try to
remove any object in contact with a power line (CB, TV antenna,
or anything else).
11. Make sure that the antenna mast assembly is properly grounded.
If an Accident Should Occur with Power Lines
Recommended by the Nation Consumer Product Safety Council.
• Do NOT grab hold of a person in contact with the antenna and
power line.
• You will be in danger and subject to shocking and severe danger!
Use a DRY board, stick, or rope to push or pull the antenna away
from the victim.
• If the victim has stopped breathing, and it is safe to approach,
administer CPR and stay with that person. Have someone call for
medical help.
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Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas
If you’re not sure about careful, safe installation – do NOT try to do it
yourself. Call for professional help (look up Television Antenna Systems
in your area or call your local power company).
Measure the maximum length of the antenna and mast assembly and
then stay at least twice that distance away from power lines.
(If you don’t have at least this much space, hire a professional to do
the installation.)
When using a mast for support, use only 1¼ inch diameter or larger
antenna mast sections. Lengths over 10 feet should be guyed at least
each 10 foot section.
Site Selection: Where to Install Your Antenna
Before attempting to install your antenna, think where you can best
place your antenna for safety and performance.
To determine a safe distance from wires, power lines, and trees:
• Measure the height of your antenna.
• Add the antenna length to the length of your tower or mast.
• Double this total for the minimum recommended safe distance.
• If you are unable to maintain this safe distance, STOP!
GET PROFESSIONAL HELP.
Most antennas are supported by pipe masts attached to the
chimney, roof, or side of the house. Normally, the higher the antenna
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