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GE 34140 User Manual

GE 34140
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Indoor/Outoor
Antenna
User’s Manual
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GE 34140 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
Model34140
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Never touch power lines, inspect site carefully, maintain distance from power lines, and avoid windy conditions.

Professional Installation Recommendation

Contact a professional installer if unsure about safe installation and grounding procedures.

Selecting Your Installation Site

Choosing a Safe Location

Select a location far from power lines, maintaining at least twice the combined height.

Identifying Broadcast Towers

Determine broadcast tower locations using online resources like www.antennaweb.org.

Ensuring Code Compliance

Verify installation complies with local building and electrical codes.

Choosing a Mount Type

Outdoor/Attic Wall Mount

Illustrates an outdoor or attic wall mounting option for the antenna.

Outdoor Under Eave Mount

Shows an outdoor mounting option under the roof eaves.

Indoor Wall Mount

Depicts an indoor wall mounting option for the antenna.

Antenna Assembly and Installation

Parts List

Lists all components included with the GE 34140 Indoor/Outdoor Antenna.

Rotating the Antenna Base

Rotate the antenna base into an upright position for assembly.

Removing Mounting Bracket Components

Remove the thumb screw and mounting bracket from the antenna base.

Attaching Mounting Bracket to Antenna

Attach the mounting bracket to the antenna using the M5 bolt.

Attaching Antenna to Antenna Base

Attach the antenna to the antenna base using the thumb screw.

Selecting Mounting Method

Choose and place the antenna in the desired location using preferred mounting method.

Connecting the Coax Cable

Connect the coax cable from the antenna to your TV.

Securing the Antenna

Tighten the screw to secure the antenna and use screw covers.

Antenna Grounding and Connection

Connecting Coax Cable to Grounding Block

Connect one end of the coax cable to the antenna and the other to a 75 ohm grounding block.

Preparing Pre-built Coax Cable

Prepare a pre-built coax cable by cutting slits in the rubber boot for proper attachment.

Connecting Second Coax Cable to TV

Use a second coax cable to connect the grounding block to your TV.

Grounding the 75 OHM Grounding Block

Connect grounding wire to the 75 ohm grounding block and an acceptable building ground.

Helpful Tips and Removal

Maximizing Channel Reception

Aim antenna in different directions and rescan channels for best reception.

Optimizing Antenna Placement

Mount antenna as high as possible and point towards broadcast towers.

Finding Broadcast Tower Information

Visit www.antennaweb.org or www.dtv.gov for reception maps and tower locations.

Antenna Removal Procedure

Carefully inspect the area for power lines and reverse installation steps for removal.

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