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User Manual of Product 1:
GE Outdoor HD Digital TV Antenna, Long Range OTA HDTV
Antenna, Yagi Style Design, Supports 4K 1080P HD Smart TV
VHF UHF, J Mount Included for Attic or Outdoor, Weather
Resistant, 33685
User Manual of Product 2:
GE Pro Outdoor Antenna Amplifier, Low Noise Antenna Signal
Booster, Clears Up Pixelated Low-Strength Channels, Supports
HD Smart TV VHF UHF – 42179

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Overview

  1. Product 1: GE Outdoor HD Digital TV Antenna
    1. Function Description
    2. Important Technical Specifications
    3. Usage Features
    4. Maintenance Features
  2. Product 2: GE Pro Outdoor Antenna Amplifier
    1. Function Description
    2. Important Technical Specifications
    3. Usage Features
    4. Maintenance Features

This document contains user manuals for two products:

Product 1: GE Outdoor HD Digital TV Antenna

Function Description

The GE Outdoor HD Digital TV Antenna is a sturdy, high-performance antenna designed to receive UHF and VHF broadcasted signals. It is a long-range OTA HDTV antenna with a Yagi-style design. Its small, compact design allows for flexible installation both indoors (attic) and outdoors. The antenna is weather-resistant and supports 4K 1080P HD Smart TV.

Important Technical Specifications

  • Signal Reception: UHF and VHF broadcasted signals.
  • Resolution Support: 4K 1080P HD Smart TV.
  • Mounting: J Mount included for attic or outdoor installation.
  • Design: Yagi-style, compact, weather-resistant.
  • Model Number: 33685

Usage Features

  • Flexible Installation: Can be installed outdoors, in an attic, or even indoors (wall mount or table mount).
  • Easy Assembly: The manual provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the antenna, including rotating the antenna base, removing and attaching the mounting bracket, and securing the antenna with a thumb screw.
  • Mounting Options:
    • Outdoor/Attic Wall Mount
    • Outdoor Mount (under eave)
    • Indoor Wall Mount
    • Table Mount (rubber foot pads and wood screws are provided for table mounting)
  • Coax Cable Connection: Connects to your TV via a coax cable.
  • Channel Scan: Requires a channel scan on your TV to receive signals. It is recommended to rescan channels anytime the antenna is moved or periodically to account for changes in available TV signals.
  • Broadcast Tower Location: Users can identify local broadcast towers and expected channels using online resources like www.antennaweb.org or www.dtv.gov to optimize antenna aiming for best reception.
  • Optimal Positioning: For best performance, position or mount the antenna as high as possible or near a window, pointing it toward broadcast towers.

Maintenance Features

  • Grounding: For outdoor installations, the National Electric Code (NEC) requires the antenna to be properly grounded to protect against static buildup or lightning. The manual provides detailed instructions for grounding the antenna and its mounting structure, including connecting to a 75ohm grounding block and an acceptable building ground location.
  • Cable Management: Instructions include creating a drip loop for the coax cable to prevent moisture from entering the house and sealing the coax cable entry point with exterior caulk.
  • Safety Precautions: Emphasizes critical safety instructions, including never touching power lines, inspecting the installation site for power lines, maintaining a safe distance from power lines (at least twice the combined height of the antenna and mounting structure), completing assembly on the ground, avoiding metal ladders, not installing on windy days, exercising caution on roofs, informing others of power line dangers, and contacting a professional installer if unsure.
  • Antenna Removal: Instructions for removal involve inspecting the area for power lines and reversing the installation steps.
  • Troubleshooting: Provides a customer service number (1-800-654-8483) for further assistance.

Product 2: GE Pro Outdoor Antenna Amplifier

Function Description

The GE Pro Outdoor Antenna Amplifier is a low-noise antenna signal booster specifically designed to enhance digital TV broadcast reception. Its primary function is to increase signal strength, helping to clear up pixelated or low-strength channels and overcome signal loss caused by long cables or splitters. This amplifier can be mounted outdoors (mast-mounted or wall-mounted) or used indoors.

Important Technical Specifications

  • Function: Low Noise Antenna Signal Booster.
  • Signal Enhancement: Increases signal strength, clears pixelated low-strength channels.
  • Compatibility: Supports HD Smart TV VHF UHF signals.
  • Installation: Can be mast-mounted or wall-mounted outdoors, or used indoors.
  • Power: Requires a power inserter and power supply (for indoor use only).
  • Model Number: 42179

Usage Features

  • Signal Boosting: Improves reception for digital TV broadcasts, especially for VHF and UHF signals.
  • Flexible Installation:
    • Outdoor Amplifier Installation:
      • Connects between the antenna and the TV with a coax cable.
      • Can be mast-mounted using zip ties or wall-mounted using slotted holes.
      • Requires proper grounding for outdoor installations as per the National Electric Code (NEC).
      • The power inserter and power supply are for indoor use only.
    • Indoor Amplifier Installation:
      • Connects between the antenna and the TV with a coax cable.
      • Can be placed in a desired indoor location or wall-mounted.
      • The power inserter and power supply are connected to an AC wall outlet, with an LED indicating power.
  • Channel Scan: After installation, a channel scan on the TV is mandatory to receive signals. It is recommended to repeat the scan anytime the amplifier or antenna is moved or repositioned.
  • Cable Assembly: Provides instructions for assembling custom coax cables with rubber boots and for using pre-built cables.
  • Power Inserter: The amplifier is powered via a power inserter that connects to the coax cable and an indoor power supply.

Maintenance Features

  • Water Protection: For outdoor installations, rubber boots are provided to protect connections from water.
  • Grounding: For outdoor installations, the amplifier must be properly grounded to a grounding block (not included) as per the National Electric Code (NEC) to protect against static buildup or lightning.
  • Cable Management: Emphasizes leaving enough slack in the coax cable to create a drip loop to prevent moisture entry and sealing the coax cable entry point into the house with exterior caulk.
  • Safety Precautions:
    • WARNING: RISK OF FIRE AND SHOCK.
    • Use the power inserter and power supply in a dry, indoor location only.
    • Read the manual carefully before installation.
  • Troubleshooting: Provides a customer service number (1-800-654-8483) for questions or assistance.
  • Recyclability: The packaging is recyclable.

GE 42179 Specifications

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BrandGE
Model42179
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish