How do you install a masthead amp?
Masthead Amplifier Installation Guide Connect it to the output of the masthead amplifier. Connect the other end of the second coaxial cable into your PSU and plug it into the power main. Connect a coaxial cable from the output of your PSU to the input of your TV or distribution system. Enjoy!
How do I connect my TV aerial booster?
Unscrew the television cable from your television and connect it to the “input” of the booster. Leave the other end connected to the antenna connection on the wall. Connect another cable to the “output” of the antenna booster, and connect the other end to your television. Plug the antenna booster into a wall output.
Do masthead amplifiers need power?
All of our Masthead amplifiers work from 12 volts DC so using a PIK170FDC Cigarette Lighter Power Injector makes a convenient way of powering your masthead. You can also use a PIK170F however a switch and fuse will need to be installed to power down the amplifier when not in use.
How much power does a TV aerial amplifier use?
After the rebuild, the power consumption of the aerial amplifier is: 2.3 Watt. First this was 4.5 Watt, so the power consumption is almost reduced by halve, and the amplifier still works as good as first. The saving is 4.5 – 2.3 = 2.2 Watt. Per year this is a saving of 19.3 kWh.
Where does an antenna preamplifier go?
The preamplifier is best located as close as possible to the antenna, because the weak received signal must be amplified before it is attenuated by the coaxial cable and splitter. Preamplifiers mounted farther from the antenna usually amplify or magnify the interference along with the good signals.
What masthead amplifier do I need?
What amplifier should I use for my Caravan or RV? Due to the type of terrain you are likely to be situated in, we would suggest a Masthead amplifier with around 15dB to 25dB of gain. This will also need to be wideband as you will come across either VHF or UHF frequency bands.