Television Antenna Connection Protection
If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
Lightning Protection
For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
Power Lines
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits. Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building installation.
E3D320VX / E3D420VX / E3D470VX
DTV Transition Advisory
The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was complete on June 12, 2009.
For additional information, please contact the parties listed below, as appropriate:
FCC (US Federal Communications Commission)
Web: www.fcc.gov
Phone:
TTY:
Fax:
NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration)
Web: www.ntia.doc.gov
Phone: 1-888-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009)
Ground Clamp
Electric Service Equipment
Antenna Lead In Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC ART 250, part H)
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