Antennas Direct DB8-E User manual

MODEL # DB8-E
©Antennas Direct
MODEL # DB8-E
11.2020
Problem: I’m not getting any signals at all.
Possible causes:
1. Analog-only televisions (manufactured before 2007) require a digital
converter box. You MUST perform a channel scan on the converter box.
2. SCANNING FOR CHANNELS: A digital TV must be programmed in order to
receive digital channels. Once your antenna is installed, you must complete a
channel scan, even if you have done so before installing to find the best
location for the antenna.
a) Your TV must be set to the proper input source. Press the “Input” (or
“Source”) button on your remote and make sure the input is set to TV.
b) Follow the instructions specific to the make and model of your television
or converter box to set the signal type to “ANTENNA”, “AIR”, or
“BROADCAST”, not “Cable”.
c) Go to the main menu of your TV or converter box and complete a channel
scan. This could be listed as “Auto Program”, “Auto Tuning”, or “Auto
Channel Scan”. Consult the owner’s manual for your specific device and
more precise guidelines. Be ready to experiment with various locations in
your home. Remember to rescan for channels in every location.
3. Make sure the front of the antenna is facing the broadcast tower locations
serving your area. Visit www.antennapoint.com for more information on
broadcasters and tower locations serving your area, or download the free
Antenna Point app to your Android/iOS smartphone or tablet.
4. Outdoor Use: You do not have a clear line of sight to your local broadcast
towers.
You might need to elevate and/or move your antenna. Make certain the
antenna is not aimed into physical obstacles such as a roof, building, or trees.
Remember to rescan for channels in every location.
5. You are outside the range of your antenna’s capabilities.
Depending upon the distance between your home and the local broadcast
towers, you may need a longer range outdoor/attic antenna. Antennas Direct
oers many models for this purpose.
6. You may have loose coaxial cable connections.
Check ALL connections for a tight fit and check all outdoor connections for
moisture or corrosion.
7. Indoor Use: Building materials such as brick, metal siding, radiant barrier, or
stucco can greatly reduce the incoming signal. If in an attic, move the antenna
outdoors. If outdoors, make certain the antenna is not aimed into physical
obstacles, such as buildings, trees, or a hill. Remember to rescan every time
you move your antenna.
Problem: I’m receiving every channel except for one.
Possible cause:
1. You may need to rescan the TV tuner or converter box.
The channel you are not receiving may have its transmitter lower on the
broadcast tower or on a dierent tower than the other transmitters and your
line of sight is obstructed. Try elevating the antenna or moving it to another
location. Repeat as needed.
Problem: I’m having signal breakups, but I’m only two miles from the
broadcast tower.
Possible cause:
1. Your TV may be receiving interfering signals.
A larger/stronger antenna will not necessarily solve this problem. Consider
moving the antenna, making sure it is not placed near metal objects or other
antennas. If this is not successful, your signal may be too strong and may
require the use of an attenuator. Call our helpline or chat with us online at
antennasdirect.com for an analysis of your area and installation. We may be
able to oer simple solutions.
Quick Start Assembly/Installation Instructions
READ BEFORE INSTALLATION:
Before permanently attaching the antenna to any surface, TEST RECEPTION in that area. Connect the antenna to the TV or converter box and run a full channel scan. If reception is not as desired,
move the antenna and rescan for the available channels.
Mast and Coaxial Cable sold separately.
DB8e Element Bowtie
The DB8e comes with:
1) 2 - Bowtie Elements
2) 2 - Reflector Panels
3) Element and Reflector Panel Hardware:
4 - 5½” Bolts with Aluminum Sleeves
4 - Washers
4 - Nuts
4) Crossbar
5) Swing Bracket Hardware:
2 - Swing Brackets
4 - Bolts
4 - Nuts
4 - Flange Nuts
6) Mast Mounting Hardware:
1 - U-Bolt
2 - Bolts
1 - U-Shape Bracket
4 - Mast Clamps
4 - Wing Nuts
7) Combiner
8) 2 - Coaxial Cable with Weather Boots
9) 5 - Zip Ties
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Assembly Video
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SET UP THE ANTENNA:
To TV
(sold separately)
To LEFT Element (1).To RIGHT Element (1).
Use the Large Zip Ties (9) to secure the Coaxial Cables (8) to the
Bowtie Elements.
Use the Large Zip Ties (9) to secure the
Coaxial Cables.
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Zip Ties (9)
DO NOT TIGHTEN. This allows
the Reflector Panels (2) to
turn in desired direction.
Coaxial Cable and Mast (sold separately).
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Required: Coaxial Cable (sold separately), Adjustable Wrench, Power Drill, 3/16” Drill Bit, 8 and 10mm Ratcheting Drivers, and a #2 Phillips Screwdriver.
Attach the Bowtie Elements (1) to the
Reflector Panels (2) with
the 5½” Bolts, Aluminum Sleeves,
and Hardware (3).
With arrows pointing upward
on the Swing Bracket (5), attach to
each Reflector Panel (1) using
the Swing Bracket Hardware (5).
Tighten the hardware.
Attach the Mast Mounting Hardware (6) and the Combiner (7) to the Crossbar (4) as shown.
With all coaxial cable connections pointing downward
on the Combiner (7) attach one panel at a time to the
Crossbar (4) using the Flange Nuts (5). Adjust the
Reflector Panels (2) so they are parallel to the CrossBar (4).
Tighten the hardware (5).
Route the le and right Coaxial Cables (8) through each
Reflector Panel (2) and connect the Coaxial Cables (8) to the
connector on the Bowtie Elements (1) and slide the Weather Boot
over each connection.
Connect each Coaxial Cable (8) to the Combiner (7)
using the ends without the Weather Boot.
Now that you’ve installed your antenna, you are ready to scan for channels. See “Scanning for channels” in the troubleshooting guide.
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TV or Converter Box
USB Port
Antenna Input
USB
ANT-IN
HDMI
CVBSLR
YPbPr
USB Port
Antenna Input
Mast and Coaxial Cable (sold separately)
REAR VIEW ON MAST
FRONT VIEW
Make sure the front of
the antenna is facing the
broadcast towers.
Before installing the antenna on a mast, adjust the mast, so it is in a
vertical position. You will need to adjust the antenna aer it is mounted
for the best reception.
Slide the antenna’s mounting hardware through the Mast Clamps (6)
and tighten the Wing Nuts (6).
To aim each panel in dierent directions, loosen the Flange Nuts (5) on
the Swing Brackets (5). Turn each panel in the desired direction and
then tighten the Flange Nuts (5). Perform a channel scan.
IMPORTANT: CHECK THE RECEPTION IN THE LOCATION WHERE YOU
INTEND TO INSTALL THE ANTENNA PRIOR TO ATTACHING THE MAST
TO ANY SURFACE.