Philips SDV3427W/27 User manual

SDV3427W/27
Audio/Video
User manual

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WARNING: INSTALLATION OF
THIS PRODUCT NEAR POWER
LINES IS DANGEROUS, FOR
YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS.
WATCH FOR WIRES! YOU CAN
BE KILLED IF THIS ANTENNA
COMES NEAR ELECTRIC POWER
LINES. READ INSTRUCTIONS!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important safety instructions.................................5
Select and measure your installation site............. 6
Choose a mount type..............................................7
Parts List.................................................................8
Assembling the antenna .......................................10
Antenna grounding and connection ..................... 13
Easy installation guides ....................................... 17
Antenna removal................................................... 17
Helpful tips ........................................................... 17

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
• NEVER touch ANYTHING or ANYONE in contact
with a power line. You can be electrocuted. In case
of an accident or emergency, call 911 immediately
for help.
• INSPECT your installation site carefully for
power lines. Make sure there is no possibility the
antenna, its mounting structure or your ladder
can come into contact with power lines.
Be sure to consider what can go wrong during
installation.
• KEEP the distance between power lines and
the antenna and its mounting structure at least
2 times the combined height of the antenna
and mounting structure added together. If the
antenna falls during or after assembly, there must
be sucient distance to ensure it does not come
into contact with the power lines.
• KEEP your ladder, antenna and its mounting
structure (such as the mast pole and mount) far
away from power lines at all times.
• GROUND the antenna and the antenna
mounting structure in accordance with the NEC
electrical code, all state and local electrical code
requirements.
• COMPLETE the antenna assembly on the ground
prior to mounting.
• DO NOT use a metal ladder or install the antenna
on a windy day. If the antenna or mast starts to
fall, allow it to fall. Do not attempt to catch the
antenna.
• EXERCISE caution when working on a roof.
• APPLY the danger label included to the base of
the antenna mounting structure.
• INFORM others the danger of touching power
lines or touching other objects in contact with
power lines.
• CONTACT a professional installer in your area to
do the antenna installation if you are unsure how
to safely install and ground this antenna.

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SELECT AND MEASURE YOUR INSTALLATION SITE
Key things to consider in choosing the antenna
installation site are:
1) Choose a SAFE location that is far away from
power lines. Keep the distance between power lines
and the antenna and its mounting structure at least
2 times the combined height of the antenna and its
mounting structure added together. Refer to the
Important Safety Instructions.
2) Determine the location of the broadcast towers
in your area. You will need to point the small end
of your antenna toward those towers. There are
online resources such as www.antennaweb.org
that can help you identify the location of your local
broadcast towers and the channels you can expect
to receive.
3) Check your local, city and state building and elec-
trical codes. Make sure your planned installation is
safe and in compliance with all applicable codes,
rules and regulations.
To determine the distance from your
TV broadcast source/tower, visit www.
antennaweb.org or scan this QR code and
enter your address or zipcode.
*Antenna reception range is based on a line of sight signal path
from the TV broadcast towers to your home. Several factors can limit
reception range at your location. Some of these are mountainous and
hilly terrain, obstructions in the signal path and metal construction
materials. Position your antenna towards the broadcast towers for
best performance.

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CHOOSE A MOUNT TYPE:
Some examples of common
mounting options are shown
below. Follow the installation
instructions for the mount
you will use:
IF YOU ARE UNSURE OR
DO NOT FEEL CAPABLE OF
INSTALLING THIS ANTENNA,
CONTACT A PROFESSIONAL
INSTALLER IN YOUR AREA.
1) J-Mount
(Provided)
2) Ridge Mount
(Not provided)
3) Chimney Mount
(Not provided)
4) Wall Mount
(Not provided)
1)
2)
3)
4)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Thank you for purchasing the Philips SDV3427W/27
Passive Digital Outdoor TV Antenna. It is a sturdy,
high-performance antenna designed to receive UHF
and VHF broadcasted signals. The small, compact
design allows you to install the antenna almost any-
where on the outside or in the attic of your house.
PARTS LIST:
1) Main Housing Unit – 1 ea.
2) Main Boom – 1 ea.
3) VHF Dipole – 2ea.
4) Reector – 2ea.
5) Reector plastic – 2ea.
6) Cable xing accessory
(attached to the reector) – 1ea.
7) Wing Nut(M3) – 1ea.
8) M3 X 12mm Wing Nut Bolt – 2 ea.
9) M5 X 35mm Wing Nut Bolt – 1 ea.
10) M5 X 40mm Carriage Bolt – 4 ea.

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11) Wing Nut (M5) – 4 ea.
12) “U” Bolt and Clamp
Assembly – 1 ea
(attached to main boom)
13) Rubber Boot – 1 ea.
14) Mounting bracket – 1 ea.
15) “J” Mount
(15/16” or 2.5cm) – 1 ea.
16) 1/4”X 2” Lag Screws – 4 ea.
17) M6 X 50mm Bolts – 2 ea.
18) M6 Locking Nuts – 2 ea.
19) M6 Washers – 4 ea.
20) M5 X 40mm Bolt – 1 ea.
21) M5 Nut – 1 ea.
22) Small Zip Tie – 1 ea.
23) Large Zip Tie – 2 ea.
24) Danger Label – 1 ea.

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ASSEMBLING THE ANTENNA:
1) Assemble the Main Housing Unit to the
Main Boom.
Secure the Main Boom to the Main Housing Unit
with the M3 Wing Nut. Note: The main boom has
two slotted holes on one side and four holes on the
other side. Position the main boom with the two
slotted holes facing up.
2) Attach the VHF Dipoles.
Use the M5 x 35mm Wing Nut Bolt and M3 x 12mm
Wing Nut Bolts to attach the VHF Dipoles to the
Main Housing Unit. Note: One of the VHF Dipoles is
tapered and will slide into the other one.
Fig. 1a
Fig.2a Fig.2b
Fig. 1b

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3) Assemble the Reector Bracket.
Attach the Reector Bracket to the Main Boom
using two M5 x 40mm Carriage Bolts and two M5
Wing Nuts.
4) Assemble the Reectors
Attach each Reector to the Main Boom using a M5
x 40mm Carriage Bolt and M5 Wing Nut. Place the
Reector with the Cable Clamp on the side of the
Main Housing Unit with the coax cable connector.
Fig.3a
Fig. 4a
Fig. 4b

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5) Installing the assembled antenna.
a) Locate a position on the house that is far away
from power lines. Refer to the Important Safety
Instructions.
b) Secure the Mounting Bracket to the location
selected for the antenna. The 1/4 X 2” Lag Screws
have been provided for some installations.
c) Connect the “J” mount to the Mounting Bracket
(Fig. 5a) using the M6 X 50mm Bolts, M6 Locking
Nuts and M6 Washers.
d) Position the J-Mount perpendicular to the
ground using a small level.
e) Slide the Antenna onto the “J” Mount. (Fig. 5b)
Point the small end of the antenna in the direction
of the broadcast towers in your area. Tighten the
Wing Nuts on the “U” Bolt when the antenna is in
the desired position.
Fig. 5a
Fig. 5b

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6) Antenna Grounding & Connection
The National Electric Code (NEC) requires your out-
door antenna installation to be properly grounded.
This involves grounding both the antenna and the
antenna mounting structure. This helps protect you
and your property in the event of static build up on
the antenna or lightning near your home.
Note:If you previously had a satellite or cable system
installed at your home, you may be able to use some
of the parts from this system for your antenna
installation.
a) Ground the Antenna Mount: Attach a #8
aluminum or a #10 copper grounding wire to the
antenna mounting structure, for example pole,
mast, tower, etc. In some cases, a bolt on the
mount can be used for making this connection.
When using the “J” Mount provided, use the M5
Bolt and M5 Nut in the hole on the “J” Mount
located just above the Mounting Bracket to make
this connection. (Fig. 6a)
Fig. 6a

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Tighten this connection securely. Ensure there
is a good electrical connection between your
mounting structure and grounding wire. Run the
grounding wire as straight as possible and use
stand-o insulators spaced four (4) to six (6) feet
apart. Attach the grounding wire to an acceptable
building ground location.
Examples of acceptable building grounding
locations are:
• The building or structure grounding electrode
system as covered in 250.50 in the NEC.
• Grounded interior metal water piping system,
within 5ft. from its point of entrance to the
building.
• Grounded nonexible metallic power service
raceway.
• Service equipment enclosure, the grounding
electrode conductor or the grounding electrode
conductor metal enclosure of the power service.
• An 8ft. grounding rod driven into the ground can
be used as long as it is connected to the central
building ground by a #6 or heavier bonding wire.
Refer to the NEC sections 250 and 810 for other
acceptable grounding methods.
b) Antenna Connection: Connect one end of a
coax cable to the antenna and the other end to
a 75 ohm grounding block. Below (Fig. 6b) is an
example of a 75 ohm grounding block.
If you make your own coax cable, be sure to slide
the Rubber Boot over the cable before you place the
connectors on the cable. Once you have attached
the cable to the antenna, slide the Rubber Boot into
the round channel on the Main Housing Unit.
Fig. 6b
Fig. 6c

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Fig. 6b
Fig. 6c
If you are using a pre-built cable that has connec-
tors, follow these steps.
i. Cut 4 slits spaced evenly apart at the narrow tip
of the provided Rubber Boot approximately 1/4”
in length. (Fig. 6c)
ii. Run the cable through the narrow end of the
Rubber Boot and attach the cable to the Cable
Fixing Accessory on the Reector.
iii. Slide the Rubber Boot into the round channel
on the Main Housing Unit.
iv. Using the Small Zip Tie, wrap the tie around
the narrow tip of the Rubber Boot, around the
four slits and pull the tie tight.
Use a second coax cable and connect one end to
the mating port of the rst coax cable on the 75
ohm grounding block and run the other end into
your home for making the connection to your TV.
The 75 ohm grounding block needs to be placed
as close as possible to the point where the second
coax cable enters your home.
Note:Leave enough slack in the coax cable to
create a drip loop so that moisture cannot enter
the house. You will also need to seal the coax cable
entry point into your house with an exterior caulk.

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c) Ground the 75 OHM Grounding Block:Connect
a #8 aluminum or #10 grounding wire to a screw
terminal provided on the 75 ohm grounding
block. Connect the other end of the wire to an
acceptable building ground location. Refer to
step a) in this section for acceptable building
grounding locations.
Be sure to double check all your connections
after your installation is complete. Ensure there
are good electrical connections of your ground-
ing wires and coax cables. See Fig. 7d below
for an example of a properly grounded antenna
installation.
Fig. 6d
Cable coaxial de la antena
Sistema de electrodos con conexión a tierra
del servicio eléctrico (Art. 250, Parte H del NEC)
Ejemplo de conexión a tierra de la antena
conforme al Código Nacional Eléctrico (NEC)
Bloque de conexión a tierra de
75 ohm (Sección 810-20 del NEC)
Lazo de goteo de lluvia para el cable
coaxial al televisor
Conductores de conexión a tierra
(Sección 810-21 del NEC)
Abrazadera de conexión a tierra
Panel medidor
del servicio eléctrico
If you are unsure how to properly ground your
antenna installation, contact a professional
installer in your area.
d) Danger Label Application: If your antenna
mounting structure, such as a mast, J-Mount or
pole, does not have a danger label, apply the
label provided to the base of the mounting
structure in a clearly visible location.

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EASY INSTALLATION GUIDES:
EASY INSTALLATION FOR TODAY’S HDTVS
1) Connect the coax cable from the antenna to the
antenna input on your HDTV.
2) Follow your HDTV’s instruction manual to scan
for channels on your television.
EASY INSTALLATION FOR ANALOG TVS WITH
SET-TOP BOX
1) Connect the coax cable from the antenna to
your set-top box antenna input. Then connect
another coax cable (not included) to the antenna
output on the set-top box.
2) Connect the other end of that cable to the
antenna input on your TV.
3) Follow your set-top box instruction manual to
scan for channels on your set-top box.
ANTENNA REMOVAL
Inspect the area carefully for power lines. Look for
any new power lines that may have been installed.
Make sure there is no possibility the antenna, its
mounting structure or your ladder can come in
contact with power lines. Be sure to consider what
can go wrong during the antenna removal.
Repeat the steps for antenna installation but in
reverse order.
ANTENNA HELPFUL TIPS
Maximize the number of channels you receive by
aiming the antenna in dierent directions to see
which position provides the best reception and
the maximum number of channels. Be sure to run
a new channel scan for each position. Refer to the
instruction manual that came with your TV if you
are not sure how to do this.

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Visit www.antennaweb.org or www.dtv.gov and
look for the DTV Reception Maps to determine the
available television stations and location of the
broadcast towers in your area.
FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE, CALL 1-800-654-
8483 FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT.
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