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WINEGARD
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METROSTAR VHF/UHF
OMNIDIRECTIONAL TV ANTENNA
AMPLIFIED MODEL MS-2000 (MS-2006 BULK), MS-2002
NON-AMPLIFIED MODEL MS-1000 (MS-1006 BULK), MS-1002
(MAST NOT INCLUDED)
Made in U.S.A.
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
WARNING!
DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION
CHECK AREA AROUND ANTENNA SITE
FOR OVERHEAD WIRES. DO NOT ALLOW
ANTENNA,MASTORGUYWIRESTOCONTACT
OVERHEAD WIRES. (SEE INSTALLATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.)
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE POWER SUPPLY SECTION OF
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Please read and follow these suggestions, if
applicable:
1. Try to have two people available for help, if
needed.
Many do-it-yourself and professional antenna installers
are injured or killed each year by electrocution. While
anyone can see the obvious danger of falling, the most
resourcefulsometimesfailstorecognizeoverheadwires
as being potentially lethal. To touch any part of the
antenna mast or guy wires to these overhead wires is
the same as touching them with your bare hand. A very
serious shock is almost sure to result when contacting
an electrical wire, and in the case of primary wires on
the top of poles, the shock is like being struck by a bolt
of lightning. Many power wires are within 20' to 25' of the
ground and could easily be touched by an assembled
antenna and mast.
2. Try to select antenna site well away from all
overhead wires. Check distances.
3. If possible, do all assembly work on ground
and then raise the antenna.
4. Don’t try to install antenna when it is windy.
5. If anything should come in contact with the
overhead wires, call the power company.
They will remove it safely.
6. Don’ttrytoguesswhichoverheadwirescarry
high voltage. Check with power company.
7. Make the installation secure. Use plenty of
guy wires and good hardware.
8. Make sure antenna mast and downlead cable
are connected to suitable lightning arrestors.
Use at least No. 8 ground wire between mast
and ground.
9. Do not run downlead over power wires.
10. Get professional help when removing the old
antenna if there is any doubt of clearing over-
head wires.
Winegard Company
3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000
Printed in U.S.A. 2451961 Rev. 1/09
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ANTENNA MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
TIPS:
STEP 1: Attach mounting bracket to bottom of antenna
as shown in Figure 1 and mount antenna on mast. The
tabontheplasticscrewandnotchonthebracketensure
asecureconnection. Usecentersetofholesonbracket.
Tighten U-bolt. Connect downlead to jack on antenna,
slide weather boot over boot collar.
If splitting the signal to multiple TVs or combining with
another signal source, it is strongly recommended that
the power injector be installed between the antenna
and the splitter/combiner input. In this case, the cable
connection from the “TV” jack of the power injector
goes to the splitter input or valid combiner input. Use
splitters rated from 54-806 MHz or wider bandwidth
(commonly 5-1000 MHz) for over-the-air television
signal distribution.
Additional distribution/inline amplifiers must be installed
FOLLOWING the TV output of the power injector, NOT
on the downlead cable line connecting to theANTENNA
port. Check TV picture quality, if the power injector LED
is glowing when powered, and antenna alignment prior
to adding additional line amplifiers.
To maximize the operating life of the amplifier, install
the power injector close to the TV receiver (if only one
will be used with the antenna) or the first signal split. A
maximum antenna-to-power injector length of 150 feet
RG-6 or 150 feet RG-59 is acceptable.
(NON-AMPLIFIED)
STEP 2. Attach downlead from antenna to TV set.
(AMPLIFIED MODELS) If using the power supply,
follow these steps.
STEP2. Attach“F”connectorondownleadcabletopower
injector jack marked “ANTENNA”. See figure 2.
STEP 3. Attach “F” connector on cable from analog TV/
DTV receivers to power injector jack marked “TV”. See
figure 2.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INSTALLING
COAX CABLE
FIGURE 2
Minimum Bending Radius: (RG-59/U, RG-6/U type) 3
inch radius. Tighter bends will cause shorts and change
impedance.
POWER
INJECTOR
DOWNLEAD COAX CABLE
Pulling Tension: (Winegard CL-2700, CL-2800) 75
pounds maximum. Leave no tension on cable after it
is installed.
ANT.
FROM PREAMP OR
AMPLIFIED ANTENNA
AC ADAPTOR
SUPPLIED
TV
Staples or Clamps: The use of flat staples with coax
cable is damaging to the cable. Only round headed
staples can be used. Any clamps or securing devices
used with coax should grip the cable evenly about the
circumference without crushing the cable.
COAX CABLE
TO DIGITAL
TV, DIGITAL
CONVERTER BOX,
DISTRIBUTION
AMP OR SPLITTER
(SYSTEM)
POWER
IN
LED
6’ STANDARD
COAX CABLE
(SUPPLIED)
Exposure to High Heat: Maximum temperature limit
80°C (176°F). Keep cable away from heating vents,
water heaters.
STEP 4. Connect one “F” connector on supplied black
RG-6 cable to power injector jack marked “PWR IN”.
Connecttheother“F”connectoronsuppliedRG-6cable
to jack on supplied AC (Wall Adaptor). See Figure 2.
Crushing: Coax should not be installed in a manner
that would allow it to be crushed. The coax should not
be stuffed or wedged into areas where the cable could
be pinched.
STEP 5. Mount power injector to wall using supplied
screws. Plug in AC wall transformer to household wall
outlet.
Exposure to Moisture: Cable jacket will withstand
most outdoor environments. However, connections and
splices must be sealed against water entry.
Rev. 1/09
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TYPICAL HOME INSTALLATIONS
ROOF MOUNT
ATTIC MOUNT
WALL MOUNT
HOW TO PROVIDE
LIGHTNING PROTECTION FOR
YOUR TV ANTENNA AND SET
(For outside mount)
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
INSTRUCTIONS
Antenna lead in wire
Mount lightning arrestor as close as
possible to where lead-in enters house.
Ground wires for both mast and lead-
in should be copper or aluminum wire,
number 8 or larger.
Ground Clamp
Lead-in wire from antenna to lightning
arrestor and mast ground wire should be
securedtohousewithstand-offinsulators,
spaced from four to six feet apart.
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC section 810-20)
Electrical service
equipment
In the case of a “ground up” antenna
installation, it may not be necessary to
ground the mast if the mast extends four
or more feet into the earth. Consult your
TV service man for proper depth in your
area.
Ground conductors
(NEC section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power service grounding
electrode system
(NEC ART 250, part H
NEC - National Electrical Code
CONSUMER 90 DAY WARRANTY
The Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product against any defects in materials or workmanship within 90 (ninety) days from date of purchase.
No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (if unknown, please
contact Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, IA 52601-2000, Telephone 800-288-8094).
Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the defective product at no charge to you. This warranty covers parts, but does not cover any
costs incurred in removal, shipping or reinstallation of the product. The warranty does not extend to products which have been subjected to misuse, improper
installation, or to damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or other occurrences over which the manufacturer has no control.
The 90 Day Warranty is provided on the condition that the equipment is properly delivered with all handling and freight charges prepaid to your Winegard
dealer for return to our factory for repair or replacement. Winegard dealers will arrange for the replacement or repair and return to you without charge the product
which failed due to defective material or workmanship.
WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER
PERSON.
ALLOTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FORAPARTICULAR PURPOSE
AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE 90-DAY PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY.
The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any person, whether in contract, tort or otherwise, and Winegard shall not be liable for incidental
or consequential damage or commerical loss, or from any other loss or damage except as set forth above.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, 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 to state.
Rev. 2/08
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