RCA ANT525 warranty Welcome, Finding the best location for the antenna, Troubleshooting

Amplified Indoor Antenna ANT525 User’s Guide

Welcome!

Thank you for choosing an RCA amplified antenna. RCA amplified antennas are designed to give you the sharpest, clearest picture you can get. All RCA antennas are easy to set up and use. Before you get started, remove all the parts from the box and read this manual.

Note about digital channels

All RCA antennas are designed to receive both analog and digital signals. To display digital signals on your TV, you’ll need to have the right equipment: either a TV that is capable of decoding digital signals or a digital converter box.

Finding 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.

Note: Many times the best location for the antenna is close to a window.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the model number in case you need it. These numbers are located on the product.

Model No.:____ANT525________________ Purchase Date:___________________________

Dealer/Address/Phone:_________________

Connecting the antenna to your TV

Once you’ve found the best place for your antenna, connect it to your TV.

1.Connect the coaxial cable included to the coaxial cable jack on the back of the ANT525.

2.Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to your TV’s antenna input.

Note: If your TV’s antenna input is already connected to a satellite receiver, cable box, or digital converter, connect the ANT525’s coaxial cable to the antenna input jack on that device.

3.Insert the power adapter into the DC jack on the back of the antenna. Plug the other end into a wall outlet or power strip.

Important: This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

Troubleshooting

I have a cable ready TV. Why am I not getting any channels above 13?

The tuners inside of cable ready TVs have two modes. One mode is for cable and the other mode is for antenna. When the TV is in cable mode, and you are using an antenna, you will not be able to receive any channels above 13. To fix this, simply access the menu of your TV and switch the TV from Cable/CATV mode to ANT/AIR mode.

I have my TV in a metal cabinet. Will the antenna work for me?

Any large metal objects will prevent the antenna signal from reaching the antenna. You must place the antenna outside of or above the metal cabinet.

My home has aluminum siding/insulation. Where should I place my antenna? Place the antenna near a window to minimize interference and improve your reception.

Can I use my antenna in a basement?

TV signals usually cannot penetrate into basement locations due to their lower elevation.

Please Note: Other variables, which are not related to antenna performance, can effect your reception. These include distance from the source transmitting the desired station, and man-made and natural conditions. Example: Obstacles such as buildings between the transmitting source and your antenna.

Adjusting the antenna for best reception

1.Turn on your TV.

2.Tune to your favorite local channel above 14. Rotate the antenna’s UHF loop until you get the best picture. If reception is weak, adjust the gain control on the antenna’s back panel to boost the signal.

3.Tune to your favorite local channel between 2 and 13. Extend the antenna’s dipoles (rods) and rotate them until you get the best picture. If reception is weak, adjust the gain control to boost the signal.

Dipoles

UHF loop

Gain control

Notes:

Different channels may require different antenna adjustments.

Make sure you’ve selected “Off-air” in your TV menu as your signal source instead of “Cable” when you’re using the antenna.

12 Month Limited Warranty

Audiovox Electronics Corporation (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor. To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product along with any accessories included in the original packaging is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below. Do not return this product to the Retailer.

This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased, serviced or used outside the United States or Canada. The Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise. This Warranty does not apply to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or, if in the Company’s opinion, the product has been damaged through acts of nature, alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, or accident. This Warranty does not cover damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product. THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.

Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.

U.S.A.: Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788

CANADA: Audiovox Return Center, c/o Genco, 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit 3, Door 16, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 3A5

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