TERK Technologies AM/FM Tower Powered Indoor Antenna User manual

AM/FM+
Indoor Antenna
AM/FM+
OWNER’S MANUAL

Making Connections
With Your New AM/FM+
Radio tuners and receivers can have different connections
for your new AM/FM+ antenna. Please find the connection
that best matches your tuner or receiver and follow the
listed instructions.
FM Connections:
75 Ohm Coaxial:
Your TERK antenna has a Slip-On Coaxial connector on
the FM lead. Simply slide the connector onto the coaxial
terminal. See Fig. 1.
75 Ohm Push-Button Connection:
If your Radio tuner or receiver has Push-Button terminals
for FM you will need to use the supplied RED 75 Ohm
matching transformer. First, slide the RED 75 Ohm
matching transformer into the connector on the FM lead
of the antenna. Next, slide the RED wire into the terminal
marked “FM 75 Ohm”. Lastly, connect the BLACK wire
into the terminal marked “FM Ground” or “GND”. See Fig. 2.
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ANTENNA
GND AM
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3

AM Connections:
Your TERK antenna uses a Twin Lead Bare Wire for
AM connections. If your radio tuner or receiver has a
push-button connection, simply slip the bare wires into
the push button connections. For a Screw Terminal
connection, wrap the bare wires around the screw
terminals and tighten. See Figs. 2/3.
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Locating Your AM/FM+
For Best Results
1. All antennas are affected by electromagnetic fields.
To maximize performance, position your AM/FM+
antenna away from direct contact with receivers,
tuners, CD players, TVs and computers.
Note: Antennas work best when CD players, VCRs
and computers are turned off.
2. Keep the antenna away from large metal objects.
Placing the AM/FM+near a window often provides
the best results.
3. On occasions, certain areas in your home may be null
points or dead spots where no radio signal can be
received. This may also occur in metal-frame
buildings and houses with aluminum siding. In this
case, simply move your antenna, trying different
locations, until the best reception is achieved.
4. In weak signal areas, optimum tuning is achieved
with your receiver’s scan button in the off position.
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Common Questions
Q: My TERK antenna does not work with my boom box. What can I do?
A: You can only use a TERK antenna on a system where there is an
input for an external antenna. Some portable boom box radios
do not have such an input.
Q: Can I extend the wire on my FM antenna to place it on a window
sill or somewhere away from my receiver?
A: You can extend the wire with RG-59 cable and a two-way “F”
connector. These items are available at any electronics store.
Q: When I touch the antenna, it works better. How come?
A: When you touch the antenna, and your feet are touching the
ground, you are acting as a giant antenna. You can only
accurately judge how the antenna is working when you let it go.
Helpful Information
About Your AM/FM+
Remember that no antenna can receive a radio signal that
isn’t there. When a usable radio signal is present, your
AM/FM+will improve AM and FM reception.
Note: Generally, a practical limit to radio reception is
40-50 miles from the broadcast transmitter depending
on the terrain.
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Limited Warranty
TERK TECHNOLOGIES CORP. (TERK) warrants this product against defects in
materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. During this
warranty period, this product will be repaired or replaced, at TERK’s option,
without charge.
Please read your instructions thoroughly and use this product only as
directed. This warranty does not cover any damage due to commercial use,
accident, misuse, abuse, or negligence. This warranty is valid only in the
United States of America.
Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy
of the consumer. TERK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages for breach of any expressed or implied warranty on this product,
except to the extent prohibited by applicable law. Any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to
the duration of this warranty.
TERK and the TERK logo are registered trademarks of AUDIOVOX Corp. 74P004A
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