Operating instructions

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may need to adjust the direction of the mast to
achieve the best picture quality.
6. Secure by tightening the Mast Locking Collar.
DAB and FM Radio Operation.
Status is designed to receive DAB and FM when
connected to a radio with DAB /FM facility.
Dependant on location DAB and FM reception may be
improved by setting the antenna to vertical.
Fault Finding
The following are some of the key areas we suggest you
check which generally solve the most common problems
encountered with the operation of the Status antenna.
Coaxial Connections
It is critical that all connections in the system are tted
correctly.
Gain Control
In normal use the button should be rotated clockwise
for maximum. In strong signal areas the amplication
may need to reduced. To reduce amplication rotate the
button anti-clockwise until picture quality improves. The
button rotates through 270 degrees from MAX to MIN.
LED Light
Should the LED on the Amplier not light, rstly check
there is power to the unit. Secondly check the polarity
is correct. Otherwise contact Grade UK Ltd for further
assistance.
Short Hook Up – Test 1
This test isolates the wiring from the Amplier through
to your TV/Radio points.
Unplug the coaxial plugs from the ‘TV’ sockets of the
Amplier and using your TV y lead with Converter 1
supplied. Connect your TV to the Amplier.
Please ensure the Antenna Dome is plugged directly
into the ‘ANT-IN’ socket of the Amplier and switch on.
Tune in your TV for the strongest signal.
If the picture quality improves the fault lies with the
wiring of the system between the Amplier and TV
outlet socket.
Short Hook Up- Test 2
This test isolates the Amplier by connecting your TV
direct to the Antenna.
Unplug the Antenna from the Amplier and connect
Converter 2 supplied to the plug on the cable end. Using
your Fly lead connect the antenna directly to your TV.
Tune in your TV for the strongest signal.
If the picture quality improves, the fault lies with the
Vision Plus Amplier.
Antenna Dome Co-axial Cable
Check the routing of the coaxial cable from the Antenna
Dome to the Amplier. Check to ensure there are no
kinks or trapped cable or if there are loops of surplus
cable which could affecting performance
33. STATUS 550 DIGITAL ANTENNA
SYSTEM
Frequency Range: UHF 470-860 MHz
FM 88-108 MHz
DAB 175-230 MHz
Antenna Forward Gain 7db
Amplier Gain 16db
Gain Adjustment 15db
Noise Figure 2.8 db
Output Impedance 75 ohms
Output 95 dbuv
Power Supply 12-24 vDC
Power Consumption 55ma
Signal Outputs 2 TV 1 Radio
Travelling
Do not travel:
• With the Antenna Raised.
• With the Antenna set for vertical signals.
• When travelling adjust the antenna so that it points
to the rear of the vehicle to reduce the possibility of
damage when travelling.
Operating
Firstly determine the approximate location of the nearest
transmitter and whether the signals are horizontally
or vertically polarised. For assistance ask your site
operator or check other antennas in the vicinity.
1. Loosen the Mast Locking Collar and raise the
antenna. Rotate the mast to direct the Antenna
towards the TV Transmitter.
The H/V Indicator on the bottom of the mast indicates
the back of the Antenna.
2. Should you need to receive vertically polarised
signals rotate the winder, anti-clockwise to tilt the
antenna through 90º.
DO NOT use undue force on the winder
3. Switch ON the Amplier and the LED will illuminate.
4. Check the gain control is set to maximum. For
maximum rotate clockwise.
5. Tune your television into the strongest signal. You