Insignia NS-ANT314 User Manual
Quick Setup Guide | NS-ANT314
Indoor HDTV Antenna
This is a specially designed antenna for both analog and digital TV
broadcasting reception. It can receive all the TV signals in your area
in the VHF and UHF bands, as well as FM radio signals. An ideal and
easy-to-install solution for home or portable TV reception.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Indoor HDTV antenna
• Quick Setup Guide
FEATURES
• Receive free local HDTV broadcasts
• Adjustable VHF and xed UHF antennas receive 1080i and 720p
HDTV signals
• Integrated 4' coaxial cable for simple connection to your TV
• Small size for convenience
VHF antenna
UHF antenna
Coaxial cable
SETTING UP AND USING YOUR ANTENNA
1 Squeeze the bottom of the UHF antenna and insert it into the
holes on the base.
2 Screw the VHF antennas into the base.
3 Connect the end of the coaxial cable to the coaxial jack on the
back of your TV or digital converter box.
Connect to HDTV
If you have an HDTV with a digital TV (ATSC) tuner, you can
connect the antenna directly to the HDTV. Older TVs may require a
separate digital TV tuner, or digital converter box, such as the
Insignia NS-DXA2.
Antenna
OR
Coaxial cable
HDTV
Connect to TV through digital converter box
Note: See the instructions for your digital converter box for connection
steps.
Antenna
Digital converter box
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Coaxial cable
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4 If possible, place your antenna near a window and away from
sources of interference, then adjust the UHF and VHF antennas.
5 Turn on your TV and press input or source. Select the input for
your antenna (usually labeled TV).
6 Open your TV’s Setup menu, then select the “scan” or “channel
scan” option. Your TV automatically searches for available
channels in your area. Refer to your TV’s User Guide for detailed
instructions.
SIGNAL RECEPTION
For the best reception, check the following conditions:
• Install the antenna as high as possible to avoid possible obstacles
between the antenna and the transmission tower.
• If possible, place the antenna near windows.
• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air
conditioners, hair dryers, and 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 nd the strongest signal.
• This antenna is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.
• 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Cannot nd any
channels
Picture quality is good
on some channels and
poor or no reception on
others
I don’t know what
digital TV reception I
get in my area
Not all channels are
available after
performing a channel
scan
SOLUTION
• Make sure you have selected the correct input on your TV.
• Go to the menu on your TV or digital converter box and rescan
the channels.
• Make sure all your connections are correct and secure.
• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV
or digital converter box.
• Make sure you are connected to a TV or digital converter box with
an ATSC tuner.
• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV
or digital converter box.
• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air
conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
• Your antenna may be too far from the broadcast antenna to
receive an adequate signal. The signal may also be aected by
obstructions between the broadcast antenna and your antenna.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate.
Some TVs have a signal strength indicator. See your TV manual to
see if your TV has this feature.
• If you use a UHF/VHF amplier to boost the signal level, make
sure that it is operating correctly.
• To determine which channels are available in your area, visit
www.antennaweb.org. Type in your zip code to get help with
antenna placement.
• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV
or digital converter box.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate.
Some TVs have a signal strength indicator. See your TV manual to
see if your TV has this feature.
SPECIFICATIONS
• VHF 87.5-230 MHz
• UHF 470-860 MHz
• FM 88-108 MHz
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