TERK Technologies RMTHINTV1A, THINTV1A Owner's Manual

RMTHINTV1A

Owner’s Manual

RMTHINTV1A Ultra-Thin

Indoor Amplified HDTV

Antenna

FCC Statement

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.
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 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 another circuit.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.

Industry Canada Regulatory Information

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

Avis d’Industrie Canada

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

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TERK Multi­Directional Antennas

Congratulations on your purchase of the THINTV1A
Ultra-Thin Indoor Amplified HDTV Antenna. This
antenna’s paper-thin design lets you hang it virtually
anywhere on walls or windows. Its 12-foot cable gives
you room to roam to find the best spot for optimum
reception, with a multi-directional reception pattern
that gets signals from every direction. And this
antenna’s new amplifier design outperforms all other
brands.

Multi-Directional Antennas

A TERK multi-directional antenna is able to receive
signals from any direction. Useful for both analog
and digital reception, the THINTV1A has a paper-thin
design that hangs virtually anywhere. The multi­directional technology ensures that the antenna
does not need to be adjusted according to the location
of the transmitting signal.

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RMTHINTV1A Features

The RMTHINTV1A Ultra-Thin Indoor Amplified HDTV
Antenna is packed with features that make it a great addition
to your home theater. Because the RMTHINTV1A is multi­directional, there is no need to constantly turn the antenna to
improve reception. And, with its ultra-thin design, the
RMTHINTV1A hangs virtually anywhere, disappearing into
any decor. The RMTHINTV1A:

• Features a optimized amplifier design that
outperforms other antennas

• Hangs virtually anywhere

• Eliminates constant adjustments with multi­directional reception pattern

• Installs easily, with a 12-foot cable and in-line
amplifier

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Hardware

Before

attempting to use your antenna, please remove
all parts from the box and read the instructions
carefully. The antenna package includes the following
items:

1 Ultra-Thin Indoor Amplified HDTV
Antenna with Built-In 12-Foot Coaxial
Cable and In-Line Amplifier

1 USB to mini-USB cable

1 USB power adapter 1 USB power adapter

RMTHINTV1A Features

Removable two-sided
mounting tape

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Setting Up the RM

THINTV1A

Find the best location for the antenna

Before you connect the antenna, determine the best
spot in your home for optimum reception. Visit
www.antennaweb.org to see where your local
broadcasts are coming from. Then, try as much
as possible to avoid obstructions between these
transmitters and your antenna.

It is highly recommended that the flat surface of the
antenna should face the broadcast tower or as close
as practical.

Because

of its multi-directional capabilities, the
receives UHF, VHF, and local high-definition
broadcasts, providing quality reception from most
locations.

Note: Placing the antenna on a metal surface
may interfere with reception. If the antenna isn’t
performing as well as expected, try placing it on
another surface. Then, re-scan for channels on your
TV or converter box.

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Test the Location

Broadcast signal strength can vary significantly
inside your home even within the same room. In most
homes, the best signal strength will usually be in a
window or as high on the wall as possible.

Before you mount the antenna to the wall using
the provided mounting tape, it’s a good idea to test
the location you want to use. Temporarily mount
the antenna using 2-3 pieces of scotch tape. Then
continue with the connection instructions below. Once
you’ve scanned for channels on your TV, you’ll be able
to tell if this is a good location to use or not. If it is,
you can continue with the mounting instructions that
follow. If it isn’t, you can try for better channel scan
results with the antenna in a different location in the
room.

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Setting Up

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Connecting the

RMTHINTV1A to Your TV

1. Make sure your TV is turned
off.

2.

Connect the built-

in cable to the antenna input
on your TV.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you
uncoil the antenna’s coaxial
cable completely. Leaving it
coiled will reduce reception
performance.

3. Plug one end of the included
USB to mini-USB cable into the
amplifier on the THINTV1A’s built­in cable.

TV

In-Line Amplifer

ANT1150F

Built-In

Coaxial Cable

ANTENNA

TV/STB

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4. Plug the other end of the included
USB to mini-USB cable into the
power adapter provided.

Note: If your TV has a USB power

outlet, you can plug the USB to
mini-USB cable directly into it for power instead
of using the power adapter. If you use a TV USB
power outlet, you can skip step 5.

5. Plug the power adapter’s power cord into an
electrical outlet.

IMPORTANT: This power unit should be plugged in

so that it stays vertical or lies flat.

6. Scan for channels on your TV.

Note: You can bypass the amplifier on this

antenna if you notice that some channels are
not coming in as consistently as you’d expect.
Simply unplug the power supply (see step 3). This
bypasses the amplifier.

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Setting Up the THINTV1A

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Mounting the Antenna to the Wall

Once you’ve confirmed the best location for your
antenna and scanned for channels, you’re ready
to mount the antenna to that location, using the
mounting strips included. If you decide to move
the antenna after you’ve mounted it, no problem:
the mounting strips detach from the wall easily,
without harming your wall’s surface, and are easily
replaceable at most retail and drug stores.

Caution: DO NOT use the mounting strips with
wallpaper. The mounting strips may not adhere well
to vinyl surfaces. Apply to surfaces above 50°F (10°C).
Adhesive could lose adhesion above 105°F (40°C).

Note: The antenna also has two holes along its
top edge for hanging it using screws or tacks (not
included).

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To mount the antenna using the mounting strips:

1. Clean the surface of the location with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol. Wipe gently, then let the area dry.

IMPORTANT: Do not use household cleaners.

2. While the area is drying, separate the mounting
strips. Snap them apart length-wise first, then
snap each of the resulting strips in half.

3. Remove the red liner. Press the adhesive strip
onto one of the top corners of the back of the
antenna. Repeat for the other top corner. Then
place a single mounting strip on the metal section
in the bottom middle of the antenna, with the strip
facing down.

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4. Remove the black liner for each strip.

5. Line up the antenna where you want to put it, then
press it against the wall for 10 seconds.

6. Stop pressing the antenna against the wall and
confirm that it’s firmly attached to the wall. Then
press an additional 30 seconds.
IMPORTANT: The mounting strips have tabs that
extend beyond the borders of the adhesive. Leave
these in place--they will allow you to remove the
antenna without damaging your wall.

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To remove the antenna (and mounting strips) from
the wall:

1. Hold the antenna against the wall
gently to keep it in place. DO NOT
press the antenna against wall.

2. Find the tab for the single
mounting strip at the bottom of
the antenna (on the metal part).
Stretch the tab straight down
(away from the antenna) at least 12
inches until the strip releases.
IMPORTANT: NEVER pull the strip
tab towards you.

3. Pull the antenna off the wall
slightly so that you can reach the
tabs for the two mounting strips at the top of the
antenna. Repeat step 2 for each of these tabs as
well.
Note: If you can’t reach the tabs, you can remove
the antenna from the mounting strips using a
piece of dental floss. Gently run the floss behind
the antenna, between the strips and the antenna,
until the strips separate. Then perform step 2
above for each of the strips by themselves.

4. Remove the mounting strips from the antenna.

If you want to mount the antenna to the wall again,
you can find replacement strips at most retail or drug
stores.

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To mount the antenna using thumbtacks (not
included):

Insert two thumbtacks (not included) into the two
holes on the top of the antenna. Hold the thumbtacks
in place and lower the holes onto the thumbtacks.
Make sure to line up the holes with the thumbtacks.

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Coaxial Cable Installation Precautions

• Do not bend coaxial cables into less than a three­inch radius. Tighter bends can cause shorts and can
change a cable’s impedance.

• Do not install a coaxial cable where it will have
a pulling tension greater than 15 pounds during
installation. After installation, make sure there is no
tension on the cable.

• Use only round-headed staples. Any clamps or
securing devices used with coax should grip the
cable evenly about the circumference without
crushing the cable. Flat staples can damage the
coaxial cable.

• Do not expose a coaxial cable to a temperature
greater than 176 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the
cable away from heating vents and water heaters.

• Make sure you uncoil the antenna’s coaxial cable
completely. Leaving it coiled will reduce reception
performance.