SDV2950 - TV Antenna PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SDV2950 PHILIPS

Contents 3 Safety Instructions 5 Included with Antenna 5 Mounting Antenna 6 Connecting to your TV 7 Warranty 8 Technical Support Philips produces products of the highest quality. If you are having technical problems, please call our accessory support help line at 919-573-7854 before returning the product to the store.3 Antenna grounding If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, make sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide protection against volt- age surges and built up of static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,

provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna dis- charge-unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See DIAGRAM TO LEFT. Important Safety Notes If you do not feel comfortable or competent to install this antenna we recommend that you seek the assistance of a qualified professional antenna installer. Read the instructions for this device thoroughly before attempting installation. The installation or dismantling of any antenna near power lines is dangerous. Each year hundreds of people are killed or injured while attempting to install or service antennas. For your safety and proper antenna installation, read and follow all safety precautions. Outdoor antennas and lead-in conductors from antenna to a building should not cross over open conductors of electric light or power circuits. They should be kept away from all circuits to avoid the possibility of accidental contact. Each conductor of a lead-in from an outdoor antenna should be con- nected with an antenna discharge unit. Antenna discharge units (or Lightning Arrestors) should be located outside the building between the point of entrance or the lead-in and the TV, and as near as practi- cal to the entrance of conductors to the building. Choose an installation site for safety as well as performance. All electric power lines, cable lines and telephone lines look alike.To be safe, assume ANY overhead line can kill you. Do not place an antenna where it could potentially fall on to , or blow into a power line. If in doubt call your electric provider. Let them revie w your site. POWER SERVICEGROUNDING ELECTRODESYSTEM (NEC ART250, PART H)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENTGROUND CLAMPSGROUND CLAMP NTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT*(NEC SECTION 810-20)ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE

Safety Instructions IMPORTANT READ BEFORE INSTALLATION Example of Antenna Grounding as per NEC – National Electrical Code* Antenna Discharge Unit is not required if lead in conductors are enclosedin a continuous metallic shield that is permanently and effectively grounded.4

Safety Instructions Outdoor antennas should be grounded with an approved lighting arrest- ing device. Local codes may apply. Use 8 AWG or larger ground wire. Height or other restrictions on antennas may apply to your installa- tion depending on your proximity to an airport, or local ordinances. Take the time to plan your installation procedure. Do all assembly work on the antenna on the ground. Raise the completed antenna after assembly. Do NOT work on a wet, snowy or windy day or if a thunderstorm is approaching. Do NOT use a metal ladder. If the antenna assembly starts to fall, get away from it and let it fall. Remember that the antenna mast and cable are all excellent conduc- tors of electrical current. Do NOT install the antenna by yourself. Be sure that there are two other people available for help. If any part of the antenna should come in contact with a power line. DON'T TOUCH IT OR TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF. Call your local po wer company immediatel y.They will remove it. Should an electrical accident occur ...DON'T TOUCH THE PERSON IN CONTACT WITH THE POWER LINE, or you too can become electrocuted. Instead, use a DRY board, stick, or rope to push or pull the victim away from the power lines and antenna. Once clear, check the victim. If he has stopped breathing, immediately administer car- diopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and stay with him. Have someone else call for medical help. Install wire antennas high enough that they will not be "walked into" by people. Do not install antenna wire(s) over or under utility lines. Important installation information The SDV2950 uses a power injector that sends a low power DC volt- age to the antenna to drive the signal amplifier built into the antenna though the RG-6 or RG-59 signal cable. It is essential for proper operation of this antenna system that the power injector be connected between the antenna and any devices such as splitters, ad ditional amplifers, matching transformers, networks, etc. SEE DIAGRAM TO LEFT. Disregarding this important notice may result in damaging the power injector or improper operation / poor performance.5 Parts included:

4. 1/2" washer screws 6

8. L-Bracket (already mounted) 2

10. 20' RG-59U cable with connectors 1

Determining signal strength Before Installation determine the best location for optimum reception. It is important for the antenna to have an unobstructed path to the transmitter. To determine the transmitter(s) location you can consult the website http://www.antennaweb.org. For best results the antenna should be facing to the transmitter locations as shown at left. Wall mounting the unit (indoor or outdoor) Do all the antenna assembly work on the ground. Raise the completed antenna after assembl

1. Using the L brackets as a guide mark position for the two 2” wood

screws. If possible locate a stud to scr ew into, adjusting the L brack- ets accordingly.If studs are not available use appropriate wall anchors (not included, available at any hardware store). Screw the wood scr ews into the wall but leave about 1/2” to allow for the last step. Included with Antenna Mounting Antenna Fig A EN6

2. Attach the cable to the F connector on the underside of the unit

and slide the weather protection boot over the connection.

3. Hook the top of the L brackets onto the wood screws through the

keyholes. Make sure the screws are at the top of the keyhole. At this point tighten the wood screws fully into position and tighten the L bracket screws. Mast Mounting or Attic Mounting (Mast not included) Do all the antenna assembly work on the ground. Raise the completed antenna after assembly.

1. Install the two U-bolt s from the rear of the main bracket.

Attach the main bracket to the antenna assembly using the 6 - 1/2” washer scr ews as shown in Figure B above.

3. Attach the U-Bolt clamps with the pointed side facing outward.

4. Place the 4 wing-nuts on the threads of the U-bolts – loosely

allowing space for the mast.

5. Slide the top of the mast under the clamps – and fully tighten the

wing-nuts.The completed assembly should look like figure C.

6. Attach the cable to the F connector on the underside of the unit

and slide weather protection boot over the connection.

7. Attach the mast to the mast mount and fasten hardware for the

mast (not included). As previously noted the power injector must be placed in-line between the antenna and before any splitter or additional devices.

Connect the coaxial cable from the antenna to the F connector labeled “TO AMPLIFIER” on the power injector.

2. Connect the short lead from the power injector to the antenna

3. Connect the power supply lead to the power injector, then plug

the power supply into a 110/120 Volt AC receptacle. Fig C Connecting to your TV Fig B7 Connecting to your TV Safety Note - The power injector and power supply is for indoor use only! Alternate connections

1. If your TV has separate inputs for UHF and VHF you will

need to purchase a signal splitter that will separate the two different signals.

2. If your TV has only two screw type antenna inputs you will need

to purchase a 75 Ohm to 300 Ohm transformer. A note about coaxial cable – Your SDV2950 includes a 20 foot roll of RG-59 coaxial cable. If you should find that this is not adequate for your needs we recommend f or best possible signal integrity that you do not extend this cable.A better choice is to replace the cable with either RG-6 or RG-6 Quad Shield cable. Both of these cables are designed for minimal signal loss over longer cable runs. This will ensure the best possible pictur e and overall performance. Limited one-year warranty Philips warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material, workmanship and assembly, under normal use, in accor- dance with the specifications and warnings, for one year from the date of your purchase of this product.This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product, and is not transferable.To

ercise your rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt that shows the product name and the date of purchase. For customer support or to obtain warranty service, please call 919-573-7854.THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. Philips’ liabili- ty is limited to repair or, at its sole option, replacement of the prod- uct. Incidental, special and consequential damages are disclaimed where permitted by law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Warranty EN8