RADIOSHACK 1500526 (01) PDF Document

The package for the RADIOSHACK 1500526 contains the following items:

• Outdoor Amplifier

• Indoor Amplifier

• AC Adapter

• 6-Foot Coaxial Cable with Weatherboots

• 6-Foot Coaxial Cable without Weatherboots

• U-Bolt with Nuts (4) and Washers (4)

• 75-ohm Terminator

• Spare Weatherboot

• Mounting Screw (2)

• User’s Guide

The features of the RADIOSHACK 1500526 include:

• Amplifies HDTV, VHF, UHF, and FM signals

• Gain control

• Filters FM interference

• Outputs to 2 TVs and receiver or other device at the same time

Attach the outdoor amplifier to the antenna mast about 12 inches below the antenna (not included) with the supplied U-Bolt, nuts, and washers.

Note: Mount the outdoor amplifier with connections facing down to avoid water entering the amplifier.

1. Use the coaxial cable with weatherboots to connect the outdoor amplifier’s IN terminal and the antenna. Slide the weatherboots snugly over the connectors.

2. Open the rubber cover to set FM TRAP.

• ON to prevent FM signal interference with your TV signal.

• OFF if connecting to an FM radio.

1. Connect your existing coaxial cable (up to 200 ft (60 m)) to the outdoor amplifier’s OUT terminal.

2. Connect the other end of your existing coaxial cable to the indoor amplifier’s INPUT terminal.

Note: If necessary, attach the spare weatherboot to your existing coaxial cable to be connected to the outdoor amplifier. To attach it by yourself, cut off the F connector, slip the weatherboot onto the cable, then assemble the F connector back again.

1. Connect the indoor amplifier’s OUTPUT 1 terminal to your TV or receiver using the supplied 6-foot coaxial cable without weatherboots.

2. Connect OUTPUT 2 to another TV or receiver. If not using OUTPUT 2, cover it with the supplied 75-ohm terminator.

3. Connect the AC adapter to the indoor amplifier and plug into a standard power outlet. The LED lights.

Caution: The power adapter must supply 12V DC and deliver at least 200mA. Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the indoor amplifier’s power jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the indoor amplifier or adapter.

• Turn GAIN towards Min (counterclockwise) or Max (clockwise) for best reception. The optimum setting depends on the location, cable lengths, and number of connected devices.

• If the signal received is weak, set SIGNAL BOOSTER to ON to amplify the signal a second time through the indoor amplifier. Otherwise set SIGNAL BOOSTER to OFF.

Yes, you can mount the indoor amplifier to a wall with the supplied screws.

• Performance can vary greatly by location. After you install the amplifier, set FM TRAP on the outdoor amplifier to ON, and adjust GAIN on the indoor amplifier. You may want to try several GAIN settings to find the best reception.

• Be sure to set FM TRAP when you connect the outdoor amplifier to the antenna. Set to ON to prevent FM signal interference. Set to OFF if connecting to an FM radio.

• Remember to scan for channels (refer to your television user’s guide) after adjusting GAIN.

• Antenna signals are directional; installing an antenna rotator can help you position the antenna to receive the optimal signal.

Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice. Actual product may vary from the images found in this document.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the 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 a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your radio. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Follow these guidelines for grounding according to the National Electrical Code:

a. Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm²) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) aluminum, No.17 AWG (1.0 mm²) copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as a ground wire.

b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to the house with stand-off insulators spaced from 4 – 6 feet (1.22 – 1.83 m) apart.

c. Mount the antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where the lead-in enters the house.

d. Use a jumper wire not smaller than No. 6 AWG (13.3 mm²) copper, or the equivalent, when a separate antenna-grounding electrode is used. See NEC Section 810 – 21 (j).

• VENTILATION – Do not block any ventilation openings. The appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

• HEAT – Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.

• POWER SOURCES – Use only the type of power source indicated on the label.

• POWER-CORD PROTECTION – Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• CLEANING – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a dry cloth.

• ATTACHMENTS – Only use attachments specified by the manufacturer.

• POWER LINES – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

• LIGHTNING – Unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

• MOUNTING – The appliance should be mounted only as recommended by the manufacturer.

• OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

• SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating condition.