Tips for better reception
For the best reception:
• Install the antenna as high as possible to avoid possible obstacles
between the antenna and the transmission tower.
• If possible, place the antenna near windows.
• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference such as air
conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
• Run a channel scan every time you move your antenna.
• If possible, position your antenna toward the transmission tower. To
determine which channels are available in your area, visit
www.antennaweb.org. Type in your zip code to get help with antenna
placement.
• Test the antenna in multiple locations to nd the strongest signal.
• This antenna is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.
• Run a channel scan monthly to make sure that you are receiving all
possible channels.
• Some TVs have a signal strength indicator that can help with antenna
placement. Check your TV manual to see if your TV has this feature.
• This antenna works with any TV or device with an ATSC tuner. See your
device's manual to check compatibility.
This antenna is designed for both analog and digital over-the-air TV broadcast
reception. It can receive the TV signals available in your area in the VHF and UHF
bands.
Range and performance can be impacted by several external factors.See "Tips
for better reception" and "Troubleshooting" to improve reception.
Package contents
• Compact Ultra-Thin HDTV Antenna
• Double-sided tape (one piece)
• Quick Setup Guide
Features
• Receives both VHF and UHF signals
• Compact, lightweight design
• Easy routing with coaxial cabling
• Mounts on the wall
• Blends with light- or dark-colored walls
• Built and backed by Best Buy
*Note: Mile range will vary, depending on a wide range of environmental and geographic
factors
Setting up and using your antenna
1 Select a location to place your antenna. See “Tips for Better Reception”
for more information.
Note: This is an indoor antenna. Do not place it outside.
2 Attach double-sided tape (included) to your antenna’s middle-bottom,
then rmly press the antenna to the wall to secure.
Note: DO NOT perform this step until you have found a location that provides
the best reception. You can use tape to temporarily hang the antenna to the wall
or other surface.
3 Connect the coaxial cable to your TV, digital converter box, or
set-top box, then connect the other end of your cable to the antenna
base.
Note: If you have an HDTV with a digital TV (ATSC) tuner, you can connect the
antenna directly to the HDTV. Older TVs may require a separate digital TV tuner or
digital converter box.
I have more than one TV on which I want to view over-the-air TV
• You will need to purchase an antenna for each TV that you would
like to view over-the-air TV.
OR
• You can purchase a coaxial splitter to allow for one antenna to
provide channels to more than one TV.
I am not receiving cable and streaming channels after a channel
scan
• Your antenna is capable of receiving local channels that are
dependent on the broadcasters in your area.
• You can use the antenna alongside cable boxes and streaming
devices, but it will not provide all of the same content oered by
those devices.
I want HD channels, but I do not have an HDTV
• Your digital antenna will not upscale to HD if the TV is not HD. You
will need to purchase an HDTV.
Specications
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 13.4 × 3.5 × .04 in (34 × 9 × .1 cm)
• Range: 25 miles*
*Note: Range will vary depending on a wide range of environmental and
geographic factors)
• Frequency Range
• VHF: 174-230 MHz
• UHF: 470-860 MHz
• Cable length: 6 ft. (1.8 m)
• Impedance: 75 ohm
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TV
Coaxial cable
Antenna
HDMI cable
Digital converter or set-top box
AV cable
OR OR
Coaxial cable
Troubleshooting
Cannot nd any channels
• Make sure that you have selected the correct input on your TV.
• Make sure that all your connections are correct and secure.
• Move your antenna, then rescan for available channels on your TV or
set-top box.
• Make sure that you are connected to a TV or set-top box with an ATSC
tuner.
Picture quality is good on some channels and poor or no reception
on others
• Move your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or
set-top box.
• Keep the antenna away from sources of interference, such as air
conditioners, hair dryers, and microwave ovens.
• Your antenna may be too far from the broadcast antenna to receive an
adequate signal. The signal may also be aected by obstructions
between the broadcast antenna and your antenna.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate. Some
TVs have a signal strength indicator. Check your TV manual to see if
your TV has this feature.
I don’t know what digital TV reception I get in my area
• To determine which channels are available in your area, visit
www.antennaweb.org. Type in your zip code to get help with antenna
placement.
Not all channels are available after performing a channel scan
• Adjust your antenna, then scan for available channels on your TV or
set-top box.
• Make sure that the signal strength from the antenna is adequate. Some
TVs have a signal strength indicator. See your TV manual to see if your
TV has this feature.
Double-sided tape
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Compact Ultra-Thin
HDTV Antenna
Quick Setup Guide
BE-ANT3020
Final at size: 18.66 × 5.5 in. (473.96 × 139.7 mm)
Final folded size: 4.66 × 5.5 in. (118.5 × 139.7 mm)
Antenna
Coaxial cable
TV
• Digital converter box or set-top box: Connect the coaxial cable to your
digital converter box or set-top box, then connect a video/audio cable
(such as an HDMI, coaxial, or AV cable) from your converter box or
set-top box to your TV.
4 Turn on your TV, then press input or source to select the input your
antenna is connected to.
Note: Turn on your digital converter box or set-top box if your antenna is
connected to either device.
5 Open your TV’s setup menu, then select the “scan” or “channel scan”
option. Your TV automatically searches for available channels in your
area. See your TV’s user guide for detailed instructions.
Note: If you don’t receive channels that you want, try moving your antenna to
another location, then run the channel scan again.
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