®
WINEGARD
TM
ROADSTAR
RV AND VAN TV ANTENNA
MODELS RS-2000 & RS-3460/RS3460B
Made in U.S.A.
INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST (RS-2000) White Housing
SPECIFICATIONS
Bandpass
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AmplifiedAntenna
2120415
2160216
2120123
2753015
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3720303
2160178
3200350
3710248
2160173
1140302
VHF/FM.............................. 54 to 216 MHz
UHF .................................... 470 to 810 MHz
Amplifier Gain ......................
10-32 Hex Nut, Nylock
PowerSupplywithHardware
30'CoaxialCable
VHF* .................................. 15.5 dB avg.
UHF .................................... 19.5 dB avg.
Impedance ............................ 75ohmunbalanced
Response .............................. .25 dB per 6 MHz
VSWR .................................... 1.8:1 max.
PowerRequired.................... +12 VDC at 85 ma
WeatherproofHousing ......... Weatherable
UV stabilized
6'CoaxialCable
Roof Mounting Brackets
#10 x 1" Thread Cutting Screws
Bolt, 1-14 x 1" Nylon
MountingPlate
10-32 x 5/8" Bolt
Washer,#10Aluminum
copolymer
PARTS LIST (RS-3460) White Housing
(RS3460B) Black Housing
*HasfixedFMtraptoreduceinterference.
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AmplifiedAntenna(white)
Amplified Antenna (black)
10-32 Hex Nut, Nylock
Roof Mounting Brackets
#10 x 1" Thread Cutting Screws
Bolt, 1-14 x 1" Nylon
MountingPlate
2120415
2120404
2160216
3720303
2160178
3200350
3710248
3200154
2160173
1140302
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DESCRIPTION
Winegard'sRoadStarTM omnidirectionalantennaprovides
excellent reception of VHF/UHF TV channels. The
RoadStar compact modern styling is unobtrusive and
blendswellwiththedesignsofrecreationalvehicles.The
UV stabilized copolymer housing makes the antenna
virtually impervious to weathering and color change.
Coaxial Cable Boot
10-32 x 5/8" Bolt
Washer,#10Aluminum
The unique omnidirectional characteristics provide ex-
cellent reception in areas where stations are in different
directions without the need for a complex rotor system.
A built-in amplifier provides up to 6 times the received
signal on VHF and 9 times the UHF signal insuring the
best possible reception in color and black and white.
TheRS-2000packageincludesantenna,+12VDCpower
supplywithtwo-waysplitter,30'downleadcable,6'TVset
cord, hardwareandmountingbracket.
CLEANINGANTENNAHOUSING
The surface of the antenna is a tough laminated
ultraviolet shield. Clean only with mild soap and
water. Use no solvents, alcohol, or cleaning
fluids.
Winegard Company
3000 Kirkwood St., Burlington, IA 52601-2000
Printed in U.S.A. 2451806 © Winegard Company, 1998, 2004, 2006 Rev.3 10/10
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CHECKING POWER SUPPLY OPERATION
STEP 7. Install connectors on downlead and set 2 cable
as shown on page 4. Attach antenna downlead cable to
jack on power supply marked “ANT”. See Figure 7.
(Power Supply not supplied with RS-3460)
1. Tune TV receiver to nearest station.
2. Turn off switch on power supply.
Picture on TV receiver should be
considerablydegradedwithpoweroff.
3. This unit is equipped with a
polyswitch, (current limiting de-
vice), which will shut down +12 VDC
if there is a direct short in the cable
betweenantennaandpowersupply.
FIGURE 7
POLYSWITCH
STEP8. Installterminalsonwiresfrom+12VDCsource
as shown in Fig. 8. Crimp terminals with Craftsman type
4 crimping tool in Fig. 9 or equivalent. Push wires onto
tabs on terminal board as shown in Figure 10. If in doubt
as to the polarity of the wires, connect them temporarily
totabsoncircuitboardinFig.10andmoveswitchonfront
of outlet to left, (in Fig. 11) if light comes on polarity is
correct.
Red indicator light will not light.
Once short is eliminated, device
will reset itself.
WINEGARD MOBILE PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY
(2 YEARS PARTS; 1 YEAR LABOR)
Winegard Company warrants this product against defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase.
During year one (1) of such warranty, Winegard Company will also pay
authorized labor costs to an authorized Winegard dealer to repair or replace
defective products. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time
the claim is made, Customer presents proof of purchase to an authorized
Winegard dealer (to locate the nearest authorized Winegard dealer, contact
Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601,
provide proof of purchase with a dated sales receipt for the Winegard product
to verify the product is under warranty. If the date of purchase cannot be
verified, the warranty period shall be considered to begin thirty (30) days
after the date of manufacture.
If a defect in material or workmanship is discovered, Customer may take
the product to an authorized Winegard dealer for service. Customer must
provide proof of purchase to verify the product is under warranty. If the
product is brought to an authorized Winegard dealer for service prior to
expiration of year one (1) of the warranty period and a defect in material or
workmanship is verified by Winegard Technical Services, Winegard
Company will cover the Winegard dealer’s labor charges for warranty
service. The Winegard dealer must contact Winegard Technical Services
in advance for pre-approval of the service. Approval of the service is at
the sole discretion of Winegard Company.
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Alternatively, Customer may ship the product prepaid to Winegard Technical
Services (located at 3111 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601,
Telephone 800-788-4417). Customer must return the product along with a
brief description of the problem and provide Winegard Technical Services
with Customer’s name, address, and phone number. Customer must also
provide proof of purchase to verify the product is under warranty. If the
product is returned before the expiration of the warranty period, Winegard
Company will (at its option) either repair or replace the product.
This Limited Warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged,
deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: improper installation, misuse,
abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modification of the product as originally
manufactured by Winegard in any manner whatsoever, removing or
defacing any serial number, usage not in accordance with product
instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning,
ice or corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain. This Limited
Warranty also does not apply if the product becomes unable to perform its’
intended function in any way as a result of the television signal provider
making any changes in technology or service.
RETURN AUTHORIZATION POLICY
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) is required prior to returning any
product to Winegard Company or Winegard Warranty Services under this
warranty policy. Please call our Technical Services Department at 800-788-
number. Please furnish the date of purchase when requesting an RMA
number. Enclose the product in a prepaid package and write the RMA
number in large, clear letters on the outside of the package. To avoid
confusion or misunderstanding, a shipment(s) without an RMA number(s)
or an unauthorized return(s) will be refused and returned to Customer freight
collect.
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WINEGARD COMPANY DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER
PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR
A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO
THE TWO YEAR PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY.
In states that do not allow limitations on implied warranties, or the exclusion
of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the above limitations
or exclusions do not apply.
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.
at +12 VDC.
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This warranty gives Customer specific legal rights. Customer may also
have other rights that may vary from state to state
STEP 9. Mount power supply in wall with screws pro-
videdandattachTVcoaxcabletojackonfront.Connect
TV coax cable to TV set. Move switch on front of outlet
to the left and check that light is on.
SATELLITE RECEIVER WARRANTY
See manufacturer’s limited warranty policy.
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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR RV/TV ANTENNA IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY
INSTALLING COAX CABLE ON
FC- 5910 CONNECTORS
AMPLIFIED
TVSIGNAL
HOWYOUR
SYSTEM WORKS
WHITE
GND -
STEP 1: Strip outer cover back 1/2"* from end of cable. Fray braid back
as far as outer cover will allow.
HOOKS INTO+12VDCBATTERY +
+12VDC
RED
STEP2:Trimbraidclosetooutercoverandremove1/4"*ofinnerinsulation
beingcarefulnottonickcenterconductor.Makesurenofoilorbraidcan
touch center conductor.
STEP3:Slideconnectortipbetweenbraidandinnerinsulation(braidand
foil, on foil shield cable) and push connector on cable as far as it will go.
Crimp built-in ferrule with appropriate crimping tool. Do Not crush cable
out-of-round.*Ifinstallinginveryhotweather,increasethesedimensions
1/8".
SET2
2NDSET
HOOKUP
ANTENNA
CONNECTION
* If installing in very hot weather, increase these dimensions 1/8".
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL COUPLERS, SPLITTERS, ETC.
BETWEEN THE POWER SUPPLY AND THE AN-
TENNA.INSTALLATIONOFANYITEMONTHEDOWN-
LEAD MAY CAUSE A SHORT IN THE SYSTEM. THE
DOWNLEADSUPPLIES+12VDCTOTHEPREAMPIN
THE ANTENNA.
TEST POINT #1
+12VDC ATANTENNA
HOW YOUR SYSTEM WORKS
Turning power supply on sends +12 VDC up cable to
antenna. Voltage energizes transistors on amplifier in
antenna head. TV signal comes back down cable to
outlets.
+ Point center wire
- Point outside of
connector
TO TEST SYSTEM
REMOVECABLE
FROMANTENNA
TO TEST SYTEM
WHITE
RED
1. Make sure TV set is working properly.
2. Switch power supply ON and OFF to see if there is a
difference in the picture quality while watching TV. If
there is NO difference, proceed to the next step.
CAUTION
GND
+12VDC
The power supply should be turned OFF when con-
necting/disconnecting cables to power supply and
antenna, but should be turned ON when testing for
voltage.
SET2
2NDSET
NO+12VDC
ANTENNA
CONNECTION
ATTHISPOINT
3. Disconnect cable from antenna and check for +12
VDC at test point #1. If there is +12 VDC, the power
supply is OK and the antenna needs to be replaced.
TEST POINT #2
+12VDC AT
ANT.JACK
4. If there is no +12 VDC at test point #1 reconnect the
cable to antenna. Remove power supply from wall and
visually inspect for burnt/broken parts. If there are any
broken or burnt parts replace power supply.
ATSET2JACK
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
5. Disconnect cable from antenna jack on power supply.
Check for +12 VDC at test point #2. If there is +12 VDC
then there is a problem in the cable connecting the
power supply to the antenna. Repair/ replace cable.
6. If +12 VDC is not present at test point #2, check that
theredindicatorisON.Ifnot,checkthepolarityofthered/
whitewiresandcheckthe+12VDCsource.Ifthereisstill
no +12 VDC replace the power supply.
RF CHOKE
RF CHOKE
POLYSWITCH
POLYSWITCH
POWERSUPPLY
INMETALHOUSING
POWERSUPPLY
NOPOLYSWITCH
POWERSUPPLY
W/POLYSWITCH
POWERSUPPLY
W/POLYSWITCH
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