Hills TRU-BAND User Manual

TRU-BAND™ VHF ANTENNA
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Notes:
1. Installation of this product may expose the installer to physical hazards
such as working at heights above the ground, slippery roofs, overhead or
adjacent electrical wires etc. Plan the installation in advance, taking all
possible precautions and, if in doubt, contact a professional antenna
installer.
2. For best results, mount the antenna outdoors, clear of any obstructions
and in line of sight to the transmitter.
3. Tools required: 10mm spanner, 11mm spanner and a sharp knife.
4. Mounting pole diameter: 25mm – 50mm (1” – 2”)
Instructions:
1) Unpack the antenna from its box and check that all items are included as
per Figure 1.
2) Install the clamp
bracket and U-bolt to
the pole and finger
tighten the nuts. The
bracket will grip the
mast. Fit the antenna
to the bracket by as
shown in Figure 3.
3) Trim the cable boot as shown in Figure 4. A
neat trim will minimise water ingress. Slide
the boot onto the cable and fit an F-type
connector (not included), as per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Boom clamps (2)
U-Bolt & nuts
Figure 1
Cable boot
towards
transmitter
Figure 4
4) Screw the connector onto the balun, being careful not to over-tighten
(recommended torque is 20 in-lbs). Slide the cable boot over the
connector. Refer Figure 2.
5) Aim the antenna towards the transmitter and tighten the nuts on the clamp
bracket with a 10mm spanner. Tie the cable to the mounting pole, being
careful to avoid sharp bends – refer to the manufacturer’s data for the
minimum bending radius of the cable.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 5

Hills TRU-BAND Specifications

General

Brand	Hills
Model	TRU-BAND
Category	TV Antenna
Language	English

Summary

Installation Steps

Install Clamp Bracket and U-Bolt

Install clamp bracket and U-bolt to the pole, finger tighten nuts, and fit the antenna to the bracket.

Prepare and Attach Coaxial Cable

Trim the cable boot, slide it onto the cable, and fit an F-type connector as per manufacturer's instructions.

Connect Cable to Balun

Screw the connector onto the balun, being careful not to over-tighten, and slide the cable boot over the connector.

Position and Secure Antenna

Aim the antenna towards the transmitter, tighten clamp bracket nuts, and tie cable to the pole avoiding sharp bends.

Warranty Terms

Warranty Coverage and Period

Hills Antenna & TV Systems warrants equipment free from defects in workmanship or materials for 5 years.

Claim Process and Responsibilities

Consumers must retain proof of purchase and contact Hills Antenna & TV Systems to initiate a warranty claim.

Exclusions and Limitations

Warranty ceases if equipment is not used per instructions, altered, or damaged by abuse or improper installation.

Australian Consumer Law Guarantees

Entitlement to replacement, refund, or compensation for major failures or quality issues under Australian Law.