User Guide for WINEGARD models including: LNA-200 Boost XT Digital HDTV Preamplifier, LNA-200, Boost XT Digital HDTV Preamplifier, Digital HDTV Preamplifier, HDTV Preamplifier, Preamplifier

Installation Manual (PDF)

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INSTALLATION

20 feb 2024 — 4 SCAN the QR code on the signal meter. Position antenna to receive the maximum number of free channels. Allow six to twelve.


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Smart Preamplifier
INSTALLATION

Quick Start Guide

IMPORTANT: Work with a buddy! One person adjusts antenna, second person relays results.
1

Not provided: coax cables, mast
SCAN QR Codes below to download the Winegard App

preamplifier

TV

ANT

COAX CABLE TO ANTENNA
Use provided cable ties to secure preamplifier to the mast.

signal meter

COAX CABLE TO TV

SET UP ONLY
HINT: If the signal meter and smartphone/app are > 30 ft apart, use a power bank (not included) or extension cord.
TO POWER BANK

a ­ OR­

TO TV

CONTENTS: · USB cable · preamplifier · 110V power adapter · signal meter (power inserter)

TO INDOOR OUTLET

SCAN FOR

MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION

WARRANTY
OR CALL 800-288-8094

For help, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-288-8094 Register your product at: www.winegard.com/support
Winegard Company 2736 Mt. Pleasant St. | Burlington, IA 52601
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2 SELECT "Don't have an account?" Fill out info and CLOSE the app. An email confirmation will be sent. Confirm the email (required). Open app and log in.
3 CONNECT the preamplifier to the antenna and signal meter using coax cables (not included). Turn on the signal meter by connecting it to an outdoor power outlet or power bank. The TV doesn't need to be connected to the signal meter during initial antenna setup.
4 SCAN the QR code on the signal meter. Position antenna to receive the maximum number of free channels. Allow six to twelve seconds between each re-positioning. HINT: Different views are available: a top-down view of broadcast towers in your area, a full list of actual channels your antenna detects, and a signal strength view to help fine-tune a specific channel if necessary.
5 POSITION and tighten the antenna for best reception. Move signal meter inside and connect to the TV. Provide power to the signal meter (a). Run a channel scan on the TV.
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Quick Start Guide

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
SUMMARY SCREEN Total Channels shows all zeros.

Possible Cause
App connection to database lost.

Possible Solution
Close app and reopen.

Antenna placed in wrong location.

Allow the timer to cycle twice while repositioning the antenna.

Total Channels shows all dashes. Antenna has encountered a problem.

Not all channels are GREEN.

Antenna position, distance, terrain, weather, network power, or band may affect signal strength.

MAP SCREEN

Network does not appear.

Networks may be on the same tower, or very close and hidden.

The network that I want remains RED.

Antenna position, distance, terrain, weather, network power, or band may affect signal strength.

Reboot by unplugging the signal meter, waiting 3 seconds, and restoring power. Reposition the antenna to get as many channels as possible in GREEN and YELLOW (channels with these colors should be viewable).
Zoom in on the map to see if the network tower appears.
Click/hover over the network and verify the network distance is within antenna range. Click/hover over the network you are looking for. Verify the antenna covers the required band (UHF, VHF High; VHF Low). Try turning off the amplifier. Go to Settings, disable Distribution Amplifier, and click OK. Or click Dist. Amp on the Success screen. Important: This option may only work on individual channels when the signal tower is close by--the amplifier may be overpowering the signal.

LIST VIEW
Channel data refreshes before I find the channel.

Channel data refreshes every 6 to 12 seconds Press the Pause button at the bottom of the screen so that you can see the channels you have. Restart

and moves to the top of the screen.

whenever you are ready.

DEVICE CONNECTION I can't scan the barcode.
Cannot connect to the device.

The camera won't focus, or you're not signed in to your account.
The signal meter is not powered on.

Ensure you are signed in to your Winegard account. Adjust the distance from your camera to the QR code. If this doesn't help, tap the Continue without scanning button, then tap Scan for Bluetooth® Devices to manually find and connect to your antenna.
Ensure the signal meter is powered on and try again.

Scan code is not recognized.
A message appears that the device is disconnected.

Scanned wrong QR code, or there is a decoding error.
Out of range of signal meter, or power to the signal meter was lost.

Check that QR code is not damaged, then center camera on only the Winegard scan code.
Make sure your signal meter is powered on; stay within 30 feet of signal meter to ensure the Bluetooth connection is not lost.

ACCOUNT SIGN IN
My account needs to be verified.
Invalid password.

Email verification needed. Incorrect password.

Check for account verification email message from Winegard . Follow the instructions. Check your spam filter.
Re-enter your password or reset your password and follow the instructions.

BLUE LED LED is no longer solid or flashing. Sleeps after 15 minutes of inactivity.

LED light is no longer on.

Bluetooth connection is in sleep mode. Signal meter is not powered on.

This is normal operation when the unit goes to sleep. A connection to the antenna may still be made when the blue LED is off.
Antenna/Amplifier is still working with LED off, the Bluetooth connection is in sleep mode.
Ensure signal meter is powered on and try again.

FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following methods: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and devices. · Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different from that which the radio receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Only channels 1­11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 25 cm between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures.
This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

SCAN FOR
MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION

WARRANTY
OR CALL 800-288-8094

For help, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-288-8094 Register your product at: www.winegard.com/support
Winegard Company 2736 Mt. Pleasant St. | Burlington, IA 52601
Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Winegard is under license. Winegard is a registered trademark of Winegard Company.

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