Insignia NS-ANT500HA User Manual

QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Ampliﬁed Ultra-Thin HDTV Antenna

NSANT500HA

PACKAGE CONTENTS

FEATURES

• 50-mile range* for reception in most locations

• Advanced amplier design boosts performance while minimizing noise and interference for the very best picture

• Wall-mounted or free-standing design with included tabletop base for more placement options

• Ultra-exible 10’ coaxial cable that‘s built-in for easy routing

• Black/white two-sided antenna blends into your home decor

*Range will vary depending on a variety of environmental and geographic factors

SETTING UP AND USING YOUR ANTENNA

1 Select a location to place your antenna. See “Tips for Better Reception”

for more information.

Note: This is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.

2 Attach double-sided tape to your antenna’s four corners, then rmly

press the antenna to the wall to secure.

Note: Do not secure your antenna with the double-sided tape until you’re sure

it’s in the correct location to receive the channels you want.

Attach the stand to the antenna by inserting the plastic tabs into the

steel base (1), then pushing the antenna down into the base (2).

Stand

3 Connect the power inserter’s coaxial connection to the coaxial jack on

your TV, digital converter box, or set-top box.

Connecting the antenna directly to your TV

• Connect the coaxial cable to the coaxial jack on the back of your TV.

Note: 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.

Note: The advanced amplier requires the power inserter to be connected and powering the antenna. The antenna will not work unless connected as shown.

Connecting the antenna with a digital converter or set-top box

• Connect the coaxial cable to your digital converter box or set-top box, then connect a video/audio cable (such as an HDMI, coaxial, or AV cable) from your converter box or set-top box to your TV.

Power adapter

Antenna

Coaxial cable

To antenna

To TV

Power inserter

Digital converter

or set-top box

Antenna stand

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

Power inserterPower adapter

Double-sided tape

Antenna

Quick Setup Guide

Double-sided tape

Antenna

Coaxial cable

To antenna

Power adapter

Power inserter

To TV

OR OR

AV cable

HDMI cable

Coaxial cable

4 Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet, then plug the other end into

the power inserter.

Note: Use only the supplied power adapter. For the antenna to properly

function, the power inserter must be installed and powered on.

5 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.

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. See your TV’s user guide for detailed instructions.

Note: If you don’t receive channels that you want, try moving your antenna to

another location, then run the channel scan again.

TIPS FOR BETTER RECEPTION

For the best reception:

• 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 (from your TV's setup menu) 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.

• Run a channel scan monthly to make sure that you are receiving all possible channels.

• Some TVs have a signal strength indicator that can help with antenna placement. Check your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.

• This antenna works with any TV or device with an ATSC tuner. See your device’s 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

SOLUTION

• Make sure that you have selected the correct input on your TV.

• Make sure that all your connections are correct and secure.

• Move your antenna, then rescan for available channels on your TV or set-top box.

• Make sure that you are connected to a TV or set-top box with an ATSC tuner.

• Move your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or set-top 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 aected 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. Check your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.

• To determine which channels are available in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org. Type in your zip code to get help with antenna placement.

PROBLEM

Not all channels are available after performing a channel scan

I have more than one TV on which I want to view over-the-air TV

I am not receiving cable and streaming channels after a channel scan

I want HD channels, but I do not have an HDTV

SOLUTION

• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or set-top 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.

• If the signal is strong enough, you can purchase a coaxial splitter to allow for one antenna to provide channels to more than one TV.

• You will need to purchase an antenna for each TV that you would like to view over-the-air TV.

• Your antenna is capable of receiving local channels that are dependent on the broadcasters in your area.

• You can use the antenna alongside cable boxes and streaming devices, but it will not provide all of the same content oered by those devices.

• Your digital antenna will not upscale to HD if the TV is not HD. You will need to purchase an HDTV.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions (H×W×D): 8.3 × 11.7 × .5 in. (21 × 29.8 × 1.3 cm)

• Range: 50 miles *Note: Range will vary depending on a variety of environmental and

geographic factors

• VHF range: 174~230 MHz

• UHF range: 470~700 MHz

• Output return loss: -6dB

• RF coaxial cable: 1.5C-2V F (Male), length 10 ft

• Impedance: 75

• Amplier gain:

• VHF: 16±3dB

• UHF: 15±3dB

• NF : < 3 dB

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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CONTACT INSIGNIA:

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