USER GUIDE - Solid Signal
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1. Lightning Protection To protect your house and your TV FM CB etc installation the mast of your antenna system must be properly grounded Antenna masts must be grounded to the same ground used for the building s electrical system This will ensure that all exposed metal parts are at the same electrical potential The recommended method is to run a 10 AWG or larger copper wire in as straight a line as possible to the building grounding electrode system and must be connected to the building ground using a UL listed ground clamp Also an antenna discharge unit sometimes referred to as a lightning arrester should be connected to the antenna lead in at the place where it enters the home Follow the instructions provided with the static discharge unit Mrtempiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Installation Instructions 1 1 Unfold all elements by rotating outwards and click into place See Fig 1a CM 3026 attach Dipole to boom with screw amp bolt supplied See Fig 1b CM 3022_3023 Figure la CM 3026 Figure 1a Channel Master CM 3026 Figure 1b TITTITITITITTTIT HI 2 1 When the antenna is assembled you can now prepare the down lead cable for connection 3 1 Slide rubber boot down cable and fit F Type connector to end of cable as follows a Cut the end of the cable off square with a set of sharp cutters See Fig 3a Tool PCT Series CCS22 Figure 3a2. CHANNEL MASTER s reasonable control including acts of God fires flood wars sabotage civil unrest accidents labor disputes or shortages government laws rules and regulations whether valid or invalid inability to obtain material equipment or transportation incorrect delayed or incomplete specifications drawings or data supplied by Customer collectively Force Majeure LIMITATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF WARRANTY 6 1 This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the Equipment and is in lieu of all other express or implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose This Warranty does not apply to any damage defect of failure caused by a any part of the equipment having been modified adapted repaired maintained transported or relocated by any person b Storage or environmental characteristics which do not conform to the applicable sections of the appropriate Equipment Manual or Instruction Sheet c Failure to conform with the Equipment Operating Instructions in the applicable Equipment Manual or Instruction Sheet d External causes including external SS Witsterpieee Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 electrical stress or lightning or use in conjunction with incompatible equipment unless such use was with CHANNEL MASTER s prior written request e Cosmetic damage f Accidental damage negligence modification mishandling abuse or misuse or
3. g Force Majeure LIMITATION ON DAMAGES 7 1 THIS WARRANTY IS THE CUSTOMER S EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY FOR THE EQUIPMENT CHANNEL MASTER SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF MERCHANTABILITY 7 2 CHANNEL MASTER WILL NOT BE LIABLE IN TORT INCLUDING LIABILITY IN NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY AND WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY AT ALL FOR INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY CHANNEL MASTER S LIABILITY FOR FAILURE TO FULFILL ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LIABILITY UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE EQUIPMENT AT THE TIME OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE THE REMEDIES STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE THE CUSTOMER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AGAINST CHANNEL MASTER REGARDING THE EQUIPMENT 7 3 EVEN IF CHANNEL MASTER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THEM CHANNEL MASTER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOST PROFITS AND REVENUES FAILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SAVINGS ANY CLAIM AGAINST A CUSTOMER BY A THIRD PARTY OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND 7 4 THESE LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS ARE NOT MADE BY CHANNEL MASTER WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW Channel Master eS Channel Master 2012 Channel Master Channel Master is a registered trademark Specifications subject to change All rights reserved Pub CM 3022 3
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5. A Wrasterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 b c d e f Open jaws of Cable Stripper Insert the coax cable through the hole until it is flush with the lip See Fig 3b Tool PCT Series 8120MT Figure 3b Twist the stripper several turns clockwise until the crunching stops Remove the coax from the stripping tool Using a pair of pliers remove the stripped material until you are left with a bare copper center and leaving exposed only one layer of foil There should be about 25 inches 6mm of copper amp 25 inches 6mm of Insulation with foil exposed See Fig 3c Push the end of the cable into an F connector until the white insulator is flush with the bottom of the connector See Fig 3d Channel Master i Figure 3d 5 eE g Insert the connector with cable into the compression tool See Fig 3e Tool PCT ECN CT h Compress the connector by closing the handle Remove the coax and connector from the compression tool See Fig 3f Connector PCT TRS 6 Masterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Figure 3f 77 de 4 1 Screw F Type connector to Balun Housing finger tight Slide rubber boot over F connector onto balun housing See Fig 4 CM 3026 Figure 4 5 1 Attach the antenna horizontal or vertical to your chosen mast pending on your polarized transmission signal and then point it facing to the direction of your local t
6. Channel Master CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 USER GUIDE Pics ANTENNA Soe RIIE Table of Contents Warning and Safety Information 2 Product Overview 3 Package Contents and Accessories 3 Danger Information 4 MV GUM Lc PPC PARE PO annees nantais 5 Follow These Procedures for the Safest Installation 5 If an Accident Should Occur with Power LINES 6 Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas Site Selection Where to Install Your Antenna Types of Support Structures and MOUNTING users 8 Roof MOUNTING nn e Side of House Mounting Chimney MOUNINd isis How to Install Your ANT NN nr Antenna REMOVAl ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssesssssssesstsasssstesarssussessseserssessesesn Lightning Protection nine Installation Instructions Features and Benefits Product Return Policy and Warranty 21 CM 3022 HD UHF 12 Element Wideband Antenna CM 3023 HD UHF 20 Element Wideband Antenna CM 3026 HD FM 3 Element Antenna User s Guide CM 3026 CM 3023 Channel Master Warning and Safety Information Please read this user s manual before operating this product The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Features or specifications may be different depending on the type of product model purchased Safe Use of This Product Carefully follow the warnings and safety notices presented within this manual Please pay special attention to the followi
7. DISTANCE FROM POWER LINES SHOULD BE TWICE THE HEIGHT OF THE MAST PLUS THE HEIGHT OF THE ANTENNA LA DISTANCIA DE SEQURIDAD DE LOS AVOID THIS LOCATION gt as CABLES DE ALTA TENSI N DEBE EVITE ESTA UBICACI N a SER IGUAL AL DOBLE DE LA ALTURA ENDROIT A EVITER DEL MASTIL MAS LA ALTURA DE LA ANTENA LA DISTANCE S CURITAIRE PAR RAPPORT AUX CABLES ELECTRIQUES EST DE DEUX FOIS LA HAUTEUR DU MAT QUE L ON AJOUTE LA HAUTEUR DE L ANTENNE SAFEST LOCATION UBICACION MAS SEQURA ENDROIT LE PLUS SECURITAIRE Types of Support Structures and Mounting DESCRIPTION USAGE HEIGHT LIMITATION Tripod mount Peaked and flat type roofs 10 feet above rooftop Roof mount Peaked and flat type roofs 10 feet above rooftop Wall mount Side of structure 10 feet above rooftop Chimney mount Chimney only 10 feet above chimney top a Masterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Tower Not recommended For professional use only Telescoping mast Not recommended For professional use only Roof Mounting The swivel feature of universal type mounting brackets makes a convenient antenna mount for flat or peaked roofs One clamp type bracket is used with 3 or 4 guy wires equally spaced around the mast and anchored to the roof or eaves by eyebolts Installations involving a tripod mount and a mast should be guyed if the mast is 10 feet or more Tripod mount must be securely anchored to the roof as should the guy wires E Apply roofin
8. al shock Do NOT try to do the job on a windy day Have a friend as a spotter when you re on the roof They can see things you can t If you start to drop an antenna move away from it and let it fall If any part of the antenna should come into contact with a power line CALL YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF They will remove it safely Mast lead in and metal guy wires are excellent conductors of electrical current keep them away from power lines too Be sure your family and friends understand the danger of touching an overhead power line Tell them never to try to remove any object in contact with a power line CB TV antenna or anything else Make sure that the antenna mast assembly is properly grounded If an Accident Should Occur with Power Lines Recommended by the Nation Consumer Product Safety Council Do NOT grab hold of a person in contact with the antenna and power line You will be in danger and subject to shocking and severe danger Use a DRY board stick or rope to push or pull the antenna away from the victim If the victim has stopped breathing and it is safe to approach administer CPR and stay with that person Have someone call for medical help M sterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Important Guidelines for Installing Antennas If you re not sure about careful safe installation do NOT try to do it yourself Call for professional help look up Televis
9. construction on ALL parts e Crimped ends on all elements no water ingress or plastic caps to fall off thus no whistling e Encapsulated F Type Balun e Professional powder coat finish durability long lasting Black UV Stabilised plastics e 5 Inch 12mm Extruded elements No sharp edges on elements e Stronger than competitors ease of assembly e No U bolts to attach Er Morterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Product Return Policy and Warranty In Warranty Out of Warranty Credit Procedure Effective Immediately Warranty Period 90 day warranty applies to all Channel Master Products Dealers amp Consumers Dealers and consumers can return any In Warranty Channel Master product to the Warranty department for repair or replacement For In Warranty service the consumer or dealer must email Technical Service and request an RMA number in order to return the product The returned product must have the RMA number visible on the box and must include the bill of sale showing the unit is within the warranty period If the unit is found to be defective under our Warranty Policy Channel Master will repair or replace the item at no charge Products outside of the warranty period should not be returned to Channel Master with the exception of any product requested by Technical Support to be accessed for quality assurance purposes Technical Service www channelmaster com support Some products have extended term warran
10. e applicable Warranty period for that particular equipment from the date of repair or replacement whichever is longer 2 3 If equipment is repaired beyond effective warranty dates or if abnormal usage had occurred Customer shall be charged applicable rates and the Customer will be advised of the estimated charges prior to repair by CHANNEL MASTER s authorized service center 2 4 The price of out of warranty repairs payable by the Customer will be based on standard labor and parts prices in effect at the time of the repair CHANNEL MASTER will use its best efforts to ensure that the cost of such repair exchange refurbishing or substitution will not exceed the original price of Product 2 5 If the problem reoccurs within the warranty period CHANNEL MASTER will at its option 1 re perform the service 2 replace the product pursuant to the terms of this warranty 3 permit Customer to return the product and issue a refund pursuant to this warrant or 4 refund the amount the Customer paid for the services Channel Master 0 PRODUCT MODIFICATION 4 1 CHANNEL MASTER reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its products during subsequent production without incurring the obligation to install such changes or improvements on previously manufactured or sold products FORCE MAJEURE 5 1 CHANNEL MASTER will not be liable if its performance under this warranty becomes commercially impracticable due to any contingency beyond
11. for purchasing the Channel Master CM 3022 CM 3023 or CM 3026 Antenna CM 3022 Antenna User Guide CM 3023 Antenna User Guide CM 3026 Antenna User Guide Channel Master gt WATCH FOR WIRES A You can be KILLED if this antenna comes near electric power lines Le pid READ INSTRUCTIONS ons A Masterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 A Warning Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous For your safety follow the installation directions Before you start installation let us warn you of the danger of letting any part of your antenna system touch electrical power lines you may be killed It happens more often than you realize Someone falls off of a roof or gets the shock of their life Unfortunately a good antenna site is often near electrical power lines If any metal antenna part touches a power line it completes an electrical path through the installer that s you to the ground Follow These Procedures for the Safest Installation Perform as much antenna assembly on the ground as possible 2 Watch out for overhead power lines Check the distance to the power lines before you start installing WE RECOMMEND YOU STAY A MINIMUM OF TWICE THE MAXIMUM LENGTH OF THE ANTENNA ASSEMBLY AWAY FROM ALL POWER LINES 3 Do not use a metal ladder Channel Master SS a en 11 Remember even the slightest touch of an antenna to a power line can cause a fat
12. g compound around the base of MONTAJE UNIVERSAL the bracket screws and eyebolts for moisture EN TECHO sealing MONTAGE UNIVERSEL SUR TOIT Side of House Mounting Where roof overhang is not excessive the side of the house provides a convenient mounting location Position the brackets over a stud if WALL MOUNT possible one above the other and spaced two RS pa or three feet apart For metal siding first mark mounting holes then drill pilot holes through the siding to accept mounting screws Channel Master nr gt Chimney Mounting The chimney is often an easy and convenient mounting location Note that the chimney must be strong enough to support the antenna in high winds Do not use a chimney that has loose bricks or mortar A good chimney mount makes use of a 5 or 10 foot Y inch diameter steel mast and a heavy duty two strap clamp type bracket Install the upper bracket below the top course of bricks and CHIMNEY MOUNT the lower bracket two or three feet below the DONTE SUR CHEMINEE upper bracket For maximum strength space the brackets as much as possible A Note Mount the extra Warning Label supplied with the antenna hardware to the mast at eye level after installation has been completed How to Install Your Antenna 1 Assemble your new antenna on the ground in accordance with separate assembly instructions supplied with it 2 On the ground clamp antenna to mast pull enough transmiss
13. ion line to connect to antenna A b Mastempiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 3 Install selected mounting bracket If you are going to use guy wire installation instead of a mounting bracket a Install guy anchor bolts b Estimate length of guy wire and cut c Attach to mast using guy ring Mount the extra included Warning Label supplied in the hardware bag on the antenna mast at eye level after installation has been completed ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT Groung wits UNIDAD DE DESCARGA DE ANTENA rom mas BLOC DE D CHARGE D ANTENNE Cable de conexi n Fil de terre Transmission venant du m t 300 Ohm E line transmission line T L nea de L nea de transmisi n ransmision de 300 Ohmios C ble de SY YY Fil de transmission transmission A de 300 ohms conexi n s atierra Antenna discharge unit Building ground wire Grounding Cable de conexi n a tierra Collier de Abrazadera Electrode de la unidad ge descarga piquet de de la varilla La construc _ ue 18 antena mise la de conexi n ci n de Fil de mise a la terre du bloc terre a tierra electrodos de de d charge puesta a tierra Mise la terre du b timent lectrode Channel Master m 11 Antenna Removal Removal of the antenna should be exactly the reverse of the installation instructions Please for your own safety follow the instructions for installing the antenna starting with the last step first This is the safest method
14. ion Antenna Systems in your area or call your local power company Measure the maximum length of the antenna and mast assembly and then stay at least twice that distance away from power lines If you don t have at least this much space hire a professional to do the installation When using a mast for support use only 1 inch diameter or larger antenna mast sections Lengths over 10 feet should be guyed at least each 10 foot section Site Selection Where to Install Your Antenna Before attempting to install your antenna think where you can best place your antenna for safety and performance To determine a safe distance from wires power lines and trees e Measure the height of your antenna e Add the antenna length to the length of your tower or mast e Double this total for the minimum recommended safe distance e lf you are unable to maintain this safe distance STOP GET PROFESSIONAL HELP Most antennas are supported by pipe masts attached to the chimney roof or side of the house Normally the higher the antenna Channel Master mr a is above ground the better it performs A good general rule is to install your vertical antenna about 5 to 10 feet above the roof line and as far away as possible from power line and obstructions NOTE IF ANTENNA IS MOUNTING HERE OR HERE NOTA SI LA ANTENA SE COLOCA AQU O AQU REMARQUE SI L ANTENNE EST MONT E ICI OU LA THE SAFE DISTANCE FROM POWER LINES THE SAFE
15. ng indications of potentially hazardous situations Warning A Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in serious injury Caution A Indicates a situation which if not avoided could damage this product or other devices Note A Indicates additional user information to make the user aware of possible problems and to help the user understand use and maintain the product E Masterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Product Overview All Channel Master Masterpiece Antennas are future proof and legacy protected So you can have the confidence that no matter what the installation requirement you have it all covered in one quality antenna Because time is money all Masterpiece Antennas are engineered to be easy to install Simply open the box click open and you re ready to go We know how important time is to the installer The entire Channel Master Masterpiece Antenna is engineered so that every bit just clicks into place U bolts are fitted on most models No fiddling dropping or scratching around it s all there on the antenna ready to go This attention to detail is also seen in the antenna ends and edges every piece is crimped and machined to ensure a safe trouble free installation Every antenna is made of the finest components to exceed even the most extreme conditions That means peace of mind for you for years to come Package Contents and Accessories Thank you
16. ransmitter You may need to rotate or raise the antenna up the mast until you achieve the best results See Fig 5 Channel Master gt CM 3022 CM 3023 Figure 5 Horizontal Polarization lt To Transmitter gt A i i CM 3026 Figure 5 CM 3022 CM 3023 Figure 5 Vertical Polarization 5 2 Make certain coaxial cable is attached to mast by using UV PVC Tape or UV cable ties This will prevent damage to the cable caused by strong wind conditions A Caution Do not over tighten F Connector as damage may result to circuit board of Balun 5 Mastempiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 Features and Benefits for CM 3022 amp CM 3023 e Snap out Reflectors and elements Reduce time in assembly and easier to install e Heavy duty construction on ALL parts e Crimped ends on all elements no water ingress or plastic caps to fall off thus no whistling e PCB F Type Balun e Professional powder coat finish durability long lasting Black UV Stabilized plastics e 5 Inch 12mm Extruded elements No sharp edges on UHF elements no folded aluminium pieces which can collect water e Stronger than competitors ease of assembly e Elevation bracket included Can be centered or rear mounted Horizontal or Vertical Polarity CM 3023 Only Channel Master p Features and Benefits for CM 3026 Reduce time in assembly and easier to install e Heavy duty
17. returned item and include a description of the problem The Customer shall at his or her own cost properly pack the item to be returned mark the RMA on the outside of the box prepay the insurance and shipping charges and ship the item to the specified CHANNEL MASTER location d Unauthorized return of any equipment whether in or out of warranty will be subject to a handling charge in addition to all repair and all transportation charges e CHANNEL MASTER will at its sole option repair or replace the returned item If replaced the replacement item may be new furbished if refurbished it will be equivalent in operation to Masterpiece Antenna Series CM 3022 CM 3023 CM 3026 new Equipment If a returned item is replaced by CHANNEL MASTER the Customer agrees that the returned item will become the property of CHANNEL MASTER f CHANNEL MASTER will complete the exchange of CHANNEL MASTER manufactured equipment returned under this Warranty within a reasonable time subject to lead times from factory and will make a good faith effort to minimize any and all delays where possible and g CHANNEL MASTER will at its cost ship the repaired item or replacement to the Customer If the Customer requests express shipping the Customer will pay CHANNEL MASTER an expediting fee 2 2 Equipment which is repaired or replaced by CHANNEL MASTER under this Warranty will be covered under all of the provisions of this Warranty for the remainder of th
18. ty periods WARRANTY Effective Immediately GENERAL TERMS 1 1 Subject to the provisions of this Warranty CHANNEL MASTER warrants that the equipment and software described in Paragraph 1 2 will conform to our specifications in all material resoect and that the equipment will be free from material defects in materials and Channel Master a N workmanship during the Limited Warranty period 1 2 This Warranty applies to all original purchases by Customers of CHANNEL MASTER CEquipment The warranties set forth herein are not transferable 1 3 The Effective period of this Warranty will start on the date of purchase of the Equipment or the date of installation by a CHANNEL MASTER approved technician and will end for the Equipment ninety 90 days later for all component parts and system upgrades unless otherwise expressed or provided herein in each case the Warranty Period RETURN OF EQUIPMENT UNDER WARRANTY 2 1 If an item of Equipment malfunctions or fails in normal use within the applicable Warranty Period a the Customer shall notify CHANNEL MASTER within thirty 30 days of the problem b CHANNEL MASTER will at its option either resolve the problem over the telephone or provide the customer with a Return Authorization CRMA Number and the address to which the customer may ship the defective item c If the problem can not be resolved over the telephone the Customer shall attach a label showing the RMA number to each
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