Ground Antenna In Attic

This video explains the ways to properly ground an outdoor tv antenna according to national electric code.

Ground antenna in attic.

Made for enhanced high definition reception the ge pro outdoor attic mount antenna optimizes your free digital channels in full 1080p hd. All outdoor antennas should be grounded to avoid s. Lightning will be attracted to taller objects since it looks for the path of least resistance. Using an antenna mast ground clamp run the other end of the ground wire you connected in step 2 to your antenna mast and secure it tightly.

Step 3 how to properly ground a tv antenna mast. Since ge is the number one antenna seller in the u s it s no surprise that they make one of the most versatile models on the market. My house ground rod is not to far from where the antenna will go but the copper will have to go out and down one side. Again the clamp you will need will depend on the diameter of your antenna mast.

However the connection of your antenna coax to various ac operated equipment in this case your converter box or tv introduces the potential of electric shock. 1 point 5 years ago. It seems the attic will negate most risks. Step 4 how to ground your coax cable.

Always a good idea to ground but really the chances are very slim depending on the amount of trees around your home. I have read many mixed opinions on grounding in the attic so i have decided to ground just to be safe side. I have no idea how to ground it though. Does the moving air coming through these vents create any risk for the indoor antenna.

My attic like most attics have soffit and roof vents. Afaik you don t need to ground an indoor attic antenna.