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Connecting an Antenna—
Continued
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try using a commercially available out-
door FM antenna instead.
Notes:
• Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable
results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an
attic or loft.
• For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away
from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to
the transmitter.
• Outdoor antennas should be located away from possible
noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc.
• For safety reasons, an outdoor antenna should be situated
well away from power lines and other high-voltage
equipment.
• Outdoor antennas must be grounded in accordance with
local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
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Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter
It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV
reception, as this can cause interference problems. If cir-
cumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as
shown.
If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM
loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addi-
tion to the loop antenna, as shown.
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed horizon-
tally outside, but good results can sometimes be obtained
indoors by mounting it horizontally above a window. Note
that the AM loop antenna should be left connected.
Outdoor antennas must be grounded in accordance with
local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
FM
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ANTENNA
To CD Receiver
TV/FM antenna splitter
To TV (or VCR)
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
AM
AM loop antenna
Outdoor antenna
Insulated antenna cable