C. Crane FM Reflect User manual

FM Reflect
Simply the Best Indoor FM Antenna
Instruction manual

First, remove all packaging and unroll the antenna. From the follow-
ing choices provided, determine which is the most appropriate con-
nector for your radio or tuner:
A. “F” connector for a coaxial
connection (best).
B. “Balun” connector for screw type
terminals. If you have an antenna
connection that requires a bare
wire, cut off the spade ends and
strip wire to proper length.
C. An “alligator clip” for radios without
FM antenna inputs. Tighten both
spade connectors of the balun
under the screw on the alligator
clip. Attach the clip to the tip of the
telescoping antenna on your radio.
EXT FM ANT
FM 75 OHM
This FM Reflect antenna is up to 213% better than a standard plas-
tic dipole. It is much less susceptible to radio noise and provides a
better signal to noise ratio than the standard dipole. The FM Reflect
covers the entire FM band and out performs any amplified FM
antenna when it comes to noise.
Installation

After connecting your antenna to your radio/tuner, tune to the sta-
tion that needs improvement. Try the antenna in different positions
to find out where it works best. When the FM signal is good, you
can permanently mount the antenna. It is generally best to mount it
to a wall, away from metal wiring and structures.
The feed line should usually be kept perpendicular to the elements
for about 18”, as shown in the drawing below. With a weak station,
mount the antenna as high as conveniently possible. With careful
orientation, you can reduce interfering stations.
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18"
Circular Polarization
ou may find bending the FM
Reflect in the approximation
of a circle produces the best
results. A substantial number
of FM stations broadcast
using “circular polarization”.
Horizontal or vertical posi-
tions work well in average
situations.
If you have a favorite station
that does not come in perfect-
ly, try bending your FM
Reflect in one of these unusu-
al shapes. These shapes can
null out offending multipath
signals or stations, and
reduce or eliminate hissing.
Positioning Your Antenna

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