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Insignia NS-ANT314 Indoor HDTV Antenna Setup Guide
This is a specially designed antenna for both analog and digital TV broadcasting reception. It can receive all the TV signals in your area in the VHF and UHF bands, as well as FM radio signals. An ideal and easy-to-install solution for home or portable TV reception.
FEATURES
- Receive free local HDTV broadcasts
- Adjustable VHF and fixed UHF antennas receive 1080 i and 720 p HDTV signals
- Integrated 4′ coaxial cable for simple connection to your TV
- Small size for convenience
SETTING UP AND USING YOUR ANTENNA
- Squeeze the bottom of the UHF antenna and insert it into the holes on the base.
- Screw the VHF antennas into the base.
Connect the end of the coaxial cable to the coaxial jack on the back of your TV or digital converter box.
Connect the end of the coaxial cable to the coaxial jack on the back of your TV or digital converter box.Connect to HDTV
If you have an HDTV with a digital TV (ATSC) tuner, you can connect the antenna directly to the HDTV. Older TVs may require a separate digital TV tuner, or digital converter box, such as the Insignia NS-DXA2.
Connect to TV through digital converter box
Note: See the instructions for your digital converter box for connection
steps.
- If possible, place your antenna near a window and away from sources of interference, then adjust the UHF and VHF antennas.
- Turn on your TV and press input or source. Select the input for your antenna (usually labeled TV).
- Open your TV’s Setup menu, then select the “scan” or “channel scan” option. Your TV automatically searches for available channels in your area. Refer to your TV’s User Guide for detailed instructions.
SIGNAL RECEPTION
For the best reception, check the following conditions:
- Install the antenna as high as possible to avoid possible obstacles between the antenna and the transmission tower.
- If possible, place the antenna near windows.
- Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
- Run a channel scan every time you move your antenna.
- If possible, position your antenna toward the transmission tower. To determine which channels are available in your area, visit www.antenna web.org. Type in your zip code to get help with antenna placement.
- Test the antenna in multiple locations to find the strongest signal.
- This antenna is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.
- Run a channel scan monthly to make sure you are receiving all possible channels.
- Some TVs have a signal strength indicator that can help with antenna placement. See your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.
- This antenna works with any TV or device with an ATSC tuner. Refer to the device manual to check compatibility.
SPECIFICATIONS
- VHF 87.5-230 MHz
- UHF 470-860 MHz
- FM 88-108 MHz
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Visit www.insignia products.com for details.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| PROBLEM | SOLUTION |
| Cannot find any channels |
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| Picture quality is good on some channels and poor or no reception on others |
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| I don’t know what digital TV reception I get in my area |
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| Not all channels are available after performing a channel scan |
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