Solid Signal Xtreme Signal HDB2X Operation instructions

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HOW TO
DO IT
Assemble the
Xtreme Signal HDB2X

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Your guide to free HDTV
The Xtreme Signal HDB2X antenna from Solid Signal is a great
combination of durability and performance. It’s the right antenna for you if you:
• Need an outdoor antenna for good reception
• Live within 35 miles of the broadcast towers
• Watch primarily UHF channels
• Need a small antenna to comply with HOA or condo association rules
If that sounds like you, there’s no doubt you’ll enjoy great FREE HDTV by using this
durable, economical antenna.
How do I know if I need only UHF channels?
A site like TVFool.com will help you gure out the actual broadcast channels you need.
Remember, since the digital transition, broadcasters use the PSIP system to translate
between actual channel numbers and the channel numbers you see. Anything over
channel 12 is considered UHF.
Before you start:
Make sure that you review local ordinances for grounding and buy the grounding
supplies you need. Also, make sure your ladder is safe and don’t go up on a roof or into
an attic if there is any chance of electricity. Be safe!
Also, remember that all assembly should be done by hand. It should not be necessary
to use tools to tighten anything more than hand tight, and if you overtighten the
nuts you may risk damage to the antenna.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
The main antenna assembly
Assorted parts including the
weather boot
(Note, the four parts at right may already
be attached to the rear assembly)
The rear assembly (may already have
the clamp attached)
Instruction and assembly guide

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In some cases, the
clamps may already
be attached to the
rear assembly, as
shown at left. If
they aren’t, start
by putting the bolt
through one clamp
as shown below.
Feed the bolt
through the hole in
the rear assembly;
there should be a
rubber gasket as
shown.
Use the wingnut to connect the other clamp and then partially tighten. Put the
rubber gasket over the wingnut.
PUTTING TOGETHER THE REAR ASSEMBLY

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PUTTING TOGETHER THE MAIN ANTENNA
The main antenna is almost completely assembled when you get it. All you need to
do is separate the antennas (the x-shaped part) from the reector (the bars with the
plastic.) Find the wingnuts at the outer edges of the main antenna and loosen them
slightly. Pull the antenna away from the reector until it cannot go any further.
Tighten the wingnuts to keep the antenna separated from the reector.

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ATTACHING THE REAR ASSEMBLY
The rear assembly sticks straight out
from the back of the antenna. The rear
assembly should be roughly centered
on the back of the antenna behund the
reector. Start by loosening the wingnut
holding the two clamps together.
Then, t the clamps around the back of
the antenna and snap them in place. It
may take a gentle push. Then, tighten
the wingnut again.
There is an angle adjustment on the rear
assembly which can be used if there is an
extreme difference in altitude between
the antenna and the tower, but for the
most part it isn’t necessary to touch this.

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ATTACHING THE WEATHER BOOT AND CABLE
Start by sliding the weather boot (shown
at left) onto your antenna cable. This is
much easier to do if you haven’t attached
the antenna connector, but with a little
work it can be attached to a cable with
an existing connector.
Attach the cable as shown.
There are two plastic cable holders below
the antenna connector. Loosen the small
wingnut to open the lower one, seat the
cable, and tighten the wingnut.

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MOUNTING THE ANTENNA AND FINISHING UP
The toothed clamps on
the back of the antenna
should grip tightly onto
any mast. Tighent them
until the antenna does not
move. Then, use zip ties or
other clamps to attach the
cable to the mast.
Find a convenient location
for a grounding block and
attach the antenna cable
to it. Run the cable from
the grounding block into
the house.
Finally, use your TV’s
menu to scan for off-air
channels.
Here’s a video from our Xtreme Signal team with
even more installation tips!

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