Maximum DA-1200 User manual

User Manual
DA-1200
Thank you for purchasing DA-1200 Digital Indoor Antenna. Before installation, please read this manual
carefully and keep it for future refference.

INTRODUCTION
DA-1200 is a specially designed antenna for digital terrestrial broadcasting reception. With
state-of-the-art low noise amplifier technology and circuitry, it provides optimal reception. With compact
and stylish housing, it can accompany your digital STB.
You can mount the antenna in two different ways: on the top of your TV set or Set Top Box, or mount it
on the wall.
Feature
Compact and stylish design
UHF 470~870MHz
VHF 47~230MHz
Gain 20dB
Low noise amplifier technology
High directionality
PACKAGE CONTENT
Please check the following items before installation
DA-1200 Main Unit
Standing kit
Wall Mounting kit (plastic pole x 2, screw x 2)
Coaxial cable x 1
AC DC Adaptor x 1
User manual
Main unit Standing pole Screw Plastic pole Coaxial cable AC adaptor

DESCRIPTION
Front panel
Horizontal
Vertical
Back panel
AC Adaptor
AC Outer
STB or Digital TV
Fixing socket
DC IN

INSTALLATION
Notice: To ensure best possible reception, please read the following:
•Keep away from possible sources of interference, such as air conditioners, hair dryers and
microwave ovens, ant the like.
•If installing the antenna near the windows, mount the antenna as high as possible. This will reduce
any outside interference.
COAXIAL CABLE
STB OR TV
STANDING KIT
AC ADAPTOR
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3
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Installation
Installing the antenna nearby a Digital Set Top Box or a TV Set with Digital Tuner:
Step 1. Take out the main unit (DA-1200)
Step 2. Take out the standing unit and attach it to the main unit.(it is suggested to use horizontal
installation)
Step 3. Connect the Coaxial Cable to the antenna and your Set Top Box or TV Set.
Step 4. Connect the AC-DC adaptor to the DA-1200. Please use the supplied AC adaptor only
Step 5. Adjust the orientation of DA-1200. (it is suggested to use the horizontal alignment.)
When you have finished the installation, you can use your Set Top Box to check the signal
strength and quality. If the quality is not good enough, you can move the antenna to ensure the
best reception. When you find the position which provides best signal quality, mount the
antenna.
If you cannot find a suitable position, you can change the reception direction to “Vertical”,
(please take the standing pole , turn the fixed ring then push it back ). If this modification does
not improve signal quality, please try to mount the antenna on the wall.

Installing the antenna on a wall:
Steps 1-5 are the same as when installing the antenna near a Set Top Box or a TV. When you have
found a suitable position continue with the following:
Step 6: mark the position with pencil or a pen
When mounting on a wooden wall:
Step 7: Using a screw driver fix the provided screws in the marked position. Leave the screws about
15mm out of the wall. Attach the standing unit on it.
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FINAL
When mounting on a brick wall:
Step 7: Drill a hole using a 5.8 mm. drill bit. The depth of the hole should be approximately 35 mm.
Step 8: Insert the plastic pole into the hole.
Step 9. Screw the provided screws into the plastic pole using a screwdriver. Leave the screws out of
wall about 15mm and attach the standing unit on it.
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FINAL