12V DC 100mA OUTPUT 4 Set up SDV6122 For VHF/FM reception 1 Extend the telescopic dipoles to the longest possible length. 2 To turn the amplifier up, rotate the gain control knob towards the max position. 3Turn the TV or FM radio to the desired channel/station. Move the dipoles in different directions up and down until the reception is achieved. Note • It is possible to turn the gain control knob down for best reception. For UHF reception 1 Turn the TV to the desired channel/ station. 2 To turn the amplifier up, rotate the gain control knob towards the max position. 3 Tilt or swivel the UHF antenna towards the transmitter until the reception is achieved. Note • It is possible to turn the gain control knob down for best reception. Note • To check the distance from the local TV broadcast transmitters to your location, visit org for more information. Set up a digital tuner with this antenna You can install available channels with the digital TV tuner.This automatic process is part of the setup of the tuner. Ensure the antenna has set up properly before the tuner can receive viewable channels. There are two ways to connect the antenna to the TV: • Connect the antenna to a digital tuner. If the signal strength is good enough, the channels can be memorized in the tuner automatically. • Connect the antenna directly to the TV. Tune to the analogue channels and find the best antenna location. Then reconnect the antenna to the digital tuner. Ensure the signal strength is good enough before you install the channels with the tuner. English 5 Frequently asked questions Can this antenna work with Analogue transmissions? Yes, this antenna can receive analogue television broadcasts in the UHF and VHF bandwidths. Can this antenna receive digital or work with ATSC broadcasts? Yes, this antenna is designed to receive ATSC and HDTV broadcasts in the UHF & VHF bandwidths. Can the antenna be powered by a DC power supply in a boat, RV or camper? Yes, there is a DC power socket located at the back of the antenna. Plug your cable/adapter into the antenna and then into your power source. Where should I place the antenna in order to get the best reception possible? Choose a location near a window which gives the antenna a clear view of the transmitter. Note • For best reception, place the antenna away from the metal surface to avoid interference. How do I know how much gain (amplification) is required to receive a clear picture? Once you have the VHF dipoles extended to the longest length, turn on the amplifier. Turn the amplifier up to the max position and then reduce as needed. In some case, you need to turn the amplifier down to receive a clearer picture. Can I set up this antenna with a digital tuner? Yes, this antenna can be set up with a digital tuner. (see ‘Set up a digital tuner with this antenna’ on page 8) 6 Warranty and Service Limited One-Year Warranty Philips warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material, workmanship and assembly, under normal use, in accordance with the specifications and warnings, for one year from the date of your purchase of this product.This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product, and is not transferable.To exercise your rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt that shows the product name and the date of purchase. For customer support or to obtain warranty service, please call 919-573-7854.THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. Philips’ liability is limited to repair or, at its sole option, replacement of the product. Incidental, special and consequential damages are disclaimed where permitted by law.This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Warranty information can also be found at: For technical support, send us an email with the model number of the product and a detailed description of your problem to:accessorysupport@philips.com 7 Glossary A Amplifier A device, either a single stage or a large scale circuit with multiple stages for creating gain, i.e. it makes small signals larger. Antenna A device, such as a rod or wire, which picks up a received radio frequency signal or radiates a transmitted RF signal. ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee) The Advanced Television Systems Committee, Inc., is an international, non-profit organization developing voluntary standards for digital television. The high definition television standards defined by the ATSC produce wide screen 16:9 images up to 1920x1080 pixels in size -- more than six times the display resolution of the earlier standard. However, many different image sizes are also supported, so that up to six standard-definition “virtual channels” can be broadcast on a single 6 MHz TV channel. C Coaxial A single copper conductor, surrounded with a layer of insulation, covered by a surrounding copper shield and finally, an in...