Winegard ROADSTAR RS-1000 User manual

ROADSTAR
RV AND VANTV ANTENNA
MODELS RS-1000
Made in U.S.A.
INSTRUCTIONS
Winegard Company
3000 Kirkwood St., Burlington, IA 52601-2000
Printed in U.S.A. 2451809 © Winegard Company, 1998 Rev. 12/98
WINEGARD®
*Has fixed FM trap to reduce interference.
DESCRIPTION
Winegard's RoadStarTM omnidirectional antenna pro-
vides excellent reception of VHF/UHF TV channels.
The RoadStar compact modern styling is unobtrusive
and blends well with the designs of recreational vehi-
cles. The UV stabilized copolymer housing makes the
antenna virtually impervious to weathering and color
change.
The unique omnidirectional characteristics of model
RS-1000 provide excellent reception in areas where
stationsareindifferentdirectionswithout the needfora
complexrotorsystem.Abuilt-inamplifierprovidesupto
6timesthereceivedsignalonVHFand9timestheUHF
signal insuring the best possible reception in color and
black and white.
TheRS-1000 package includes antenna, 12 VDCpow-
er supply with two-way splitter, 30' downlead cable, 6'
TV set cord, hardware and mounting bracket.
PARTS LIST
1 Amplified Antenna
6 10-32 Hex Nut, Nylock 2160216
1 Power Supply with Hardware 2120143
1 30' Coaxial Cable 2753015
1 6' Coaxial Cable 2753752
3 Roof Mounting Brackets 3720303
6 #10 x 1" Thread Cutting Screws 2160178
1 Bolt, 1-1/4 x 1" Nylon 3200350
1 Mounting Plate 3710248
6 10-32 x 5/8" Bolt 2160173
6 Washer, #10 Aluminum 1140302
TM
SPECIFICATIONS
Bandpass
VHF/FM ............................. 54 to 216 MHz
UHF ................................... 470 to 810 MHz
Amplifier Gain......................
VHF* .................................. 15.5 dB avg.
UHF ................................... 19.5 dB avg.
Impedance ........................... 75ohmunbalanced
Response ............................. 25 dB per 6 MHz
VSWR ................................... 1.8:1 max.
Power Required ................... 12 VDC at 85 ma
Weatherproof Housing........ Weatherable
UV stabilized
copolymer
CLEANING ANTENNA HOUSING
The surface of the antenna is a tough laminated
ultraviolet shield. Clean only with mild soap and
water. Use no solvents, alcohol, or cleaning
fluids.
14-1/2"
11-7/16"

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FIGURE 1
STEP 2. Place assembled mount on bottom of antenna
housing and thread in 1" aluminum bolt. Spin the as-
sembled mount to tighten securely.
STEP3.Attachendofcoaxialdownleadcablewithboot
tojackonbottomofantennaandslidebootupoverboot
collar. See Figure 3.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 4
STEP 4. Select location for antenna on roof of vehicle.
Try to position antenna about 24" from edge of vehicle
roof, convenient to downlead entry point and as far
awayaspossiblefromroofmountedequipmentsuchas
air conditioners or roof vents. See Figure 4.
FIGURE 3
NOTE: Holes for mounting brackets are at corners
of 19-5/8" triangle. We recommend you make a
templatefrom19-5/8"triangularpieceofcardboard.
Try to locate holes on roof rafters on other solid
members inside roof. See Figure 5.
19-5/8" 19-5/8"
19-5/8"
STEP 5. Drill six 1/8" pilot holes as shown in Figure 6.
Applynon-hardeningsiliconecaulkingcompoundaround
holes under each bracket. Attach antenna to roof with
#10 x 1" thread cutting screws.
STEP6. Thepowersupply/walloutletassemblymaybe
flush mounted in most standard electrical boxes. To
flush mount cut a hole in wall to fit the box. Run 2 #12
wiresbetween walloutletand12VDC sourceandroute
downlead cable to this location. Install cable between
set 2 outlet and power supply SET 2 jack at this time.
See Figure 7.
WARNING:DONOTCONNECT12VDCSOURCETO
POWER SUPPLY AT THIS TIME. POWER SUPPLY
MAY SHORT, IF 12 VDC SOURCE IS CONNECTED.
ANTENNA MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1. Assemble mounting brackets onto mounting
plate. Insert 10-32 x 5/8" bolts through mounting plate
andmountingbrackets.SeeFigure1.Attach#10x9/16
x1/6washersand10-32lockingnuts.Tightensecurely.
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 5
LOCATE HOLE OVER
RAFTERS OR OTHER
SUPPORTS IN ROOF
ROOF MOUNTING
BRACKETS
(3) #10 x 1" THREAD
CUTTING SCREWS
APPLY APPROVED NON-HARDENING
CAULKING COMPOUND UNDER
EACH BRACKET.

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STEP7. Installconnectorsondownleadandset2cable
as shown on page 4. Attach antenna downlead cable to
jack on power supply marked “ANT”. See Figure 7.
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STEP 9. Mount power supply in wall with screws
provided and attach TV coax cable to jack on front.
ConnectTVcoaxcable to TV set. Move switch on front
of outlet to the left and check that light is on.
CHECKING POWER SUPPLY OPERATION
(Power Supply not supplied with RS-3460)
1. Tune TV receiver to nearest station.
2. Turn off switch on power supply.
Picture on TV receiver should be
considerably degraded with power off.
3. This unit is equipped with a
polyswitch, (current limiting de-
vice), which will shut down 12 VDC
if there is a direct short in the cable
between antenna and power supply.
Red indicator light will not light.
Once short is eliminated, device
will reset itself.
STEP 8. Install terminals on wires from 12 VDC source
asshowninFig.8.CrimpterminalswithCraftsmantype
4 crimping tool in Fig. 9 or equivalent. Push wires onto
tabsonterminalboardasshowninFigure10.Ifindoubt
astothepolarityofthewires,connectthem temporarily
to tabs on circuit board in Fig. 10 and move switch on
frontofoutlettoleft,(inFig.11)iflightcomesonpolarity
is correct.
CONSUMERTWOYEARWARRANTY
Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product against any
defects in materials or workmanship within two years from date of
purchase. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the
claim is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized
Winegard dealer (if unknown, please contact Winegard Company,
3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, IA 52601-2000, Telephone 319-
754-0600).
Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the
defective product at no charge to you. This warranty covers parts,
but does not cover any costs incurred in removal, shipping or
reinstallationoftheproduct.Thislimitedwarrantydoesnotapplyifthe
productisdamaged,deteriorates,malfunctionsorfailsfrom: misuse,
improperinstallation,abuse,neglect,accident,tampering,modification
of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard, usage not in
accordance with product instructions or acts of nature such as
damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or corrosive environments
such as salt spray and acid rain.
The two year warranty is provided on the condition that the
equipment is properly delivered with all handling and freight charges
prepaid to your Winegard dealer for return to our factory for repair
or replacement. Winegard dealers will arrange for the replacement
orrepairandreturntoyouwithoutchargetheproductwhichfaileddue
to defective material or workmanship.
WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES
FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE
BY ANY OTHER PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULARPURPOSEAND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED
TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY.
The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any
person,whether in contract, tortorotherwise, and Winegardshallnot
be liable for incidental or consequential damage or commerical loss,
or from any other loss or damage except as set forth above.
Somestatesdonotallowlimitationsonhowlonganimpliedwarranty
lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential
damages,sotheabovelimitationsorexclusionsmaynotapplytoyou.
Thiswarrantygives youspecificlegalrightsand youmayalso have
other rights which vary from state to state.

INSTALLING COAX CABLE ON
FC-5910 CONNECTORS
STEP 1: Stripouter cover back 1/2"* fromendof cable. Fray braidback
as far as outer cover will allow.
STEP 2: Trim braid close to outer cover and remove 1/4"* of inner
insulation being careful not to nick center conductor. Make sure no
foil or braid can touch center conductor.
STEP 3: Slide connector tip between braid and inner insulation (braid
andfoil, on foilshieldcable)and push connectoroncableas far as itwill
go. Crimp built-in ferrule with appropriate crimping tool. Do Not crush
cable out-of-round.
* If installing in very hot weather, increase these dimensions 1/8".
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WHATTO DO WHENYOUR RV/TV ANTENNA IS NOTWORKING PROPERLY
TO TEST SYSTEM
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HOW YOUR
SYSTEM WORKS
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL COUPLERS, SPLITTERS, ETC.
BETWEEN THE POWER SUPPLY AND THE AN-
TENNA. INSTALLATION OF ANY ITEM ON THE
DOWNLEAD MAY CAUSE A SHORT IN THE SYS-
TEM.THEDOWNLEADSUPPLIES+12VDCTOTHE
PREAMP IN THE ANTENNA.
HOW YOUR SYSTEM WORKS
Turning power supply on sends +12 VDC up cable to
antenna. Voltage energizes transistors on amplifier in
antenna head. TV signal comes back down cable to
outlets.
TO TEST SYTEM
1. Make sure TV set is working properly.
2. Switch power supply ON and OFF to see if there is a
difference in the picture quality while watching TV. If
there is NO difference, proceed to the next step.
CAUTION
The power supply should be turned OFF when
connecting/disconnecting cables to power supply
andantenna,butshouldbeturnedONwhentesting
for voltage.
3. Disconnect cable from antenna and check for +12
VDC at test point #1. If there is +12 VDC, the power
supply is OK and the antenna needs to be replaced.
4. If there is no +12 VDC at test point #1 reconnect the
cable to antenna. Remove power supply from wall and
visually inspect for burnt/broken parts. If there are any
broken or burnt parts replace power supply.
5.Disconnectcablefromantennajackonpowersupply.
Check for +12 VDC at test point #2. If there is +12 VDC
then there is a problem in the cable connecting the
power supply to the antenna. Repair/ replace cable.
6. If +12 VDC is not present at test point #2, check that
the red indicator is ON. If not, check the polarity of the
red/whitewires and check the +12 VDC source. If there
is still no +12 VDC replace the power supply.