RCA ANT2050X specifications Troubleshooting, Specifications, One Year Limited Warranty

TROUBLESHOOTING

Your ANT2050X antenna comes with a switchable amplifier which is designed to operate over a wide range of signal strengths. The default setting is the DX (distance setting) which is set at the factory and allows maximum amplifier gain. Normally there will be no need to change this setting to the LOC (Local) position, however if the television picture is snowy, or has diagonal lines that appear to move, or has poor reception on some UHF channels, even though the signal is known to be adequate in the area for the affected station.

These conditions can sometimes be the result of too much signal at the amplifier input and can often be remedied by switching to the LOC setting.

In cases where there is a desire to experiment with the picture quality, the switch should be changed from the preset DX setting to the LOC setting.

To change the switch setting, remove the rubber plug and move the switch with your finger to the desired setting (see diagram K).

K.	Switch to Desired	Return the
	Position with	Rubber Cover
	Finger	When Finished

Removable	Preset
Rubber Cover
	Position

Some or Most Channels Are Poorly Received: Loosen the 2 bolts on the “L” shaped pipe where it meets the straight pipe. Next, slight- ly rotate the antenna’s upper assembly, then check TV picture. Repeat process until the best picture is achieved, then retighten the 2 bolts on the “L” pipe. In extreme cases, the upper assembly of the antenna can be removed from the “L” pipe and rotated 180 degrees before replacing assembly in “L” pipe. Then the above rotating procedure is repeated as described above. Another option is to move the ANT2050X to a different place, such as another side of the house or to a higher location. Obstructions such as trees, other houses and mountain sides between the antenna and TV transmitters normally impair reception. Generally, best results occur when the antenna is mounted at the highest available point.

Picture Has Ghosting (Shadows or Double-images): Check to make sure that none of the coaxial cables have any sharp bends or kinks in them (a common cause of ghosting). If ghosting persists, check entire system connections for tightness. Also, make sure anten- na is not positioned near the house's electric supply lines on the roof or in the attic. It is recommended that the antenna be repositioned in cases where the problem persists. When ghosting cannot be elimi- nated, consult with a TV or electronics repair shop.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dish Diameter: 11.6"

Dipole Length: 35.9"

Height: Adjustable

Included Accessories: 2 - 7 ft. RG-6 weather resistant cables, 2 - Diplexers

Frequency Range: 54-800 MHz

Current: Less than 50mA

Voltage: 10-21 VDC

Gain: 12 dB

IP3: +28 dBm

Loss DBS: Max: 1.1 dB at 975 MHz Typical: 0.7 dB

DBS Attenuation: Max: 62 dB at 975 MHz Typical: 38 dB

Noise Figure: Typical 3.0 dB

Other: Integral High Pass Interference Filter

Box Dimensions: 23 7/8" x 15 7/8" x 3 1/8"

Unit Weight: 6.5 lbs.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Thomson Consumer Electronics will replace this antenna if found to be defective in materials or workmanship. Return it postage prepaid to the address below for prompt, no change replacement with a cur- rent equivalent antenna.

This replacement is TCE’s sole obligation under this warranty. TCE will not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages, or for any loss arising in connection with the use or inability to use this product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

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