King Controls KD-3200 User's Manual
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1. A A 1 RG6 Coax Cable AIR CR King Dome 2 Plugs and O O Grease Packet In bag on shipping 2 3 RG6 Coax Cable restraint 15 RG6 Coax Cable Quick Reference Card Place in vehicle for owner Wall Mount Controller 35 External Off Air Antenna Wis Harthose Combiner Diplexer Page 4 IMPORTANT The tie strap and spacer and the shipping bolts and washers must be removed from the bottom of the dome unit prior to installation DO NOT REMOVE THE DOME COVER TO REMOVE THESE SHIPPING RESTRAINTS YOU MUST PLUG THE SHIPPING BOLT HOLES WITH THE SUPPLIED PLUGS ATTACHED TO TIE STRAP SHIPPING RESTRAINT 2 Remove and discard the tie strap and spacer KEEP RUBBER PLUGS AND GREASE PACKET and the 2 bolts and 2 washers that pass through the bottom of the base Fig 5 3 Insert provided plugs into holes that were occupied by the shipping bolts Inserted plugs should be flush with base Fig 5 DO NOT REMOVE DOME COVER IMPORTANT After removing shipping bolts firmly insert plugs into holes Plugs should be flush with base Do not remove Blue Protective Sheet or Red Sticker until installation is complete IMPORTANT Remove and discard Tie Strap and Plastic Spacer prior to installation KEEP RUBBER PLUGS AND GREASE PACKET IMPORTANT Remove and discard Shipping Bolts and Washers prior to installation 5 32 Allen Wrench Channel Lock or Pliers Page 5 DOME LOCATION 4 Sel2. Off air Combiner KC 20756 OUT Page 13 This page intentionally left blank Page 14 SECTION4 ANTENNA CONFIGURATION The Xing Dome is factory pre set for DIRECTV standard digital programming broadcast from the 101 W satellite If you also receive your local channels from DIRECTV s 119 satellite or if you subscribe to Dish Network or Bell TV programming you must re configure the antenna to work with your satellite service Doing this will allow the King Dome to lock on the correct satellites to receive your programming and also enable automatic satellite switching via the receiver s remote control for multi satellite service Antenna configuration is a one time procedure that MUST BE COMPLETED before using your King Dome antenna To configure your antenna follow these steps 1 SATELLITE SERVICE OPTIONS Determine the service you will use pages 16 17 2 ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Configure the antenna for the service you chose in step 1 You can use either A the supplied wall mount controller page 18 or B 1844 Keypad page 25 1844 Keypad 3 DISH AND BELL TV CHECK SWITCH PROCEDURE For all Dish Network and Bell TV services Configure your receiver for mobile use by running a check switch page 29 Page 15 STEP 1 SATELLITE SERVICE OPTIONS DIRECTV Single Satellite 101 Receive standard digital programming from the DIRECTV 101 satellite only DIRECTV Plus 101 119 Rec
3. Dish HD Eastern Arc Trio 61 5 72 77 Press and hold A for 4 seconds The Status Light turns orange for 1 second and then starts flashing green or red Dish HD Western Arc Trio 110 119 129 Press and hold for 4 seconds The Status Light turns orange for 1 second and then starts flashing green or red 4 Turn the unit off 5 Perform a stationary search and reload the check switch page 29 YOU MUST DO THIS STEP EXTREMELY IMPORTANT You MUST perform a stationary search and reload the check switch any time you switch trios Page 35 SECTION6 OFF AIR ANTENNA OPERATION IMPORTANT There is no guarantee you will receive off air digital programming in a given area Weather terrain buildings excessive signal reflections ghosting proximity to the transmission towers transmission strength etc can all affect your ability to receive off air programming Note Digital programming received via your off air antenna is transmitted from land based towers These towers are usually grouped together in or near a city and transmit over a given area If you are in this area you should receive the programming Keep in mind there must be a line of sight between the transmitting towers and your off air antenna Distance is also important The closer you are to the towers the stronger the signal will be To find out about local channels available in your area visit titantv com To find out more information about off air digita
4. Rain Fade Rain or dew on the dome can cause signal interference and make the digital picture freeze pixel or go out altogether This loss of signal is commonly referred to as rain fade and is caused by the combination of water in the atmosphere and water on the dome surface To minimize this issue and eliminate the effects of water on the dome apply King Controls Dome Magic rain fade solution to the dome This will prevent water from sticking to the dome surface and blocking the signal For additional details on Dome Magic rain fade solution please contact an authorized King Dome dealer or call King Controls at 800 982 9920 Single Application Packet 1830 SP Spray Can 1830 Note Dome Magic will discolor black domes or domes painted a dark color Page 40 seciono LIMITED WARRANTY Every new King Dome Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory and is covered by the following two year parts and one year labor limited warranty from the date of original purchase Two year parts warranty The customer is not responsible for the cost of replacement parts if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of the warranty The customer is responsible for the cost of replacement parts after two years e One year labor warranty The customer is not responsible for labor costs to repair unit if unit falls under the terms of the warranty Any warranty labor outside of that pe
5. King Controls recommends using a Dish Network model 311 receiver for Dish 500 and a Dish Network model VIP211 or a VIP211k HDTV receiver for Dish HD Eastern Arc Dish HD Western Arc with Locals Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals Dish HD Alternate with Locals Do not use dual tuner receivers or receivers with built in recorders If you do not have a clear view of the satellites the switch will not load correctly The SW21 and SW64 switches are a receiver software configuration that is loaded into the receiver after running a check switch test with the dish locked on and configured for the appropriate service This one time procedure will not need to be repeated after successful installation unless a check switch test is run again while connected to a home dish system b check switch is run when a receiver is not connected c you travel outside the coverage area of the pre set satellite trio and switch trios Dish HD Western Arc with Locals Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals or d you are parked in an area where the selected satellites are blocked but are able to select alternate satellites and get signal 1 Turn on the TV and satellite receiver 2 On the King Dome controller press and hold the ON button for 3 FULL SECONDS The antenna will lock onto all the appropriate satellites before completing the search process After the satellites have been located and the acquisition process is complete the status light will be steady g
6. Arc Page 20 Dish HD Western Arc with Locals Page 21 Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals Page 21 Dish HD Alternate with Locals Page 22 Bell TV Bell TV Standard Digital 91 Page 22 Bell TV HDTV Bis sinus ihouse Page 23 Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Alternate Page 23 Page 18 DIRECTV ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Single Satellite 101 The King Dome is factory pre set for the DIRECTV 101 satellite Unless the antenna has been configured for another option since leaving the factory PERFORM STEP 5 ONLY 1 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 16 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF Set your receiver for round dish 1 satellite do this through the receiver s satellite set up menu screens Configuration is complete Go to page 32 DIRECTV Plus satellites 101 119 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 8 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light
7. WILL RETURN If the antenna does not sense vehicle motion after several minutes it will enter sleep mode The antenna will automatically wake and begin tracking if it senses vehicle motion or a severe drop in satellite signal When you park for the evening or any extended period it is recommended that you perform a stationary search Page 33 DISH NETWORK HDTV Changing the Satellite Trio Dish HD Western and Eastern Arc with Locals Dish Network HD programming is broadcast from multiple satellites including these two trios e the Dish HD Western Arc with Locals Trio 110 119 129 satellites e the Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals Trio 61 5 72 77 satellites The map below shows the approximate coverage for each trio The King Dome antenna can be easily configured to work with either trio as you travel from one coverage area to another By choosing the appropriate trio based on where you are you can receive all of your desired programming Note This map is an approximation only Which trio works best in a given location may differ from what is indicated on the map Dish HD Western Arc Trio a Dish HD Eastern Arc Trio 129 Approximate blackout i Approximate coverage Approximate coverage or weak signal area Page 34 1 Press ON Wait for the Status Light to flash orange and then wait 4 more seconds 2 Click ON 4 times Status Light starts rapidly flashing green and red 3 Select the trio you want to change to
8. on TV screen 2 On King Dome controller press and hold ON for 3 FULL SECONDS Power light turns steady GREEN STATUS LIGHT SYSTEM STATUS a flashes a variety of colors unit performs self diagnostic for about 30 seconds b RED flashing search in progress c GREEN flashing may start potential satellite found flashing RED again d GREEN steady satellite s found and search is complete 3 When the status light is steady green select a channel or the program guide to view your programming Enjoy DO NOT TURN THE KING DOME OFF IF USING THE AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING FEATURE Note If the status light is steady GREEN and your programming does not appear press the reset button on your DIRECTV receiver If using Dish Network hold the receiver power button in for 10 seconds to reset your receiver Consult your receiver owner s manual for further details Note that it may take several minutes for the guide to download When receiver reset is complete and the guide is downloaded select a channel to view your programming Page 32 AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING 1 After you have properly configured the King Dome antenna and your satellite receiver the dish will automatically switch between satellites by simply selecting your desired channel using the receiver s remote control Note For better performance when using the automatic satellite switching feature change channels by selecting your program from the c
9. s manual for details 3 Perform a channel scan see your TV or converter box owner s manual 4 Go to the signal meter screen and fine tune the signal strength as high as possible using the existing off air antenna see your owner s manual 5 After peaking the signal strength perform the channel scan again You are now ready to watch TV Enjoy Page 38 SECTION 7 Unit does not find satellite STATUS light flashes red or green STATUS light flashes orange STATUS light does not stop rapidly flashing red and green STATUS light does not turn on or is dim STATUS light is steady green but no picture Picture freezes pixelates or is temporarily lost STATUS light is steady green but no picture TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REASON COURSE OF ACTION STATIONARY Did not hold ON SEARCH button for 3 FULL SECONDS Before search bad coax connection After unsuccessful search approximately 25 minutes obstruction in line of sight between dome and satellite Self check failed potential motor problem Bad power source low voltage Bad power or controller cable connection at dome Bad controller cable connection at controller Satellite receiver is off or requires reset King Dome is factory set for DIRECTV Single Satellite 101 and you have a different service IN MOTION Objects such as bridges buildings and trees may temporarily block signal from reaching the antenna
10. will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF Set your receiver for oval dish 2 satellites do this through the receiver s satellite set up menu screens If you have an H23 receiver choose the following dish configuration settings Dish Type 02 3 LNB 18 x20 Switch Type 02 Multiswitch Configuration is complete Go to page 32 Page 19 DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION DISH 500 satellites 110 119 1 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS 2 Press and release the ON button 12 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red 3 Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red 4 Press OFF 5 After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH DISH HD Eastern Arc satellites 61 5 72 1 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS 2 Press and release the ON button 36 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red 3 Press and hold the ON button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red 4 Pre
11. CK King Dome Advanced Integrated Reception Automatic Satellite System with built in digital off air antenna KD 2200 Stationary KD 3200 In Motion Installation and Operating Instructions amp amp King Dome MG contos 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 2453 Phone 800 982 9920 Fax 952 922 8424 Digital TV Solutions for Mobile Markets www kingcontrols com 1348 REV D Section 1 oN Oa PF DN TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Page INTRODUCTION Re ne cs 2 DEFINITION OF TERMS 28 a an a Re ten tient ct 3 INSTALLATION oriire a ea e E aria 4 13 ANTENNA CONFIGURATION sise 15 31 SATELLITE ANTENNA OPERATION issus 32 35 OFF AIR ANTENNA OPERATION id es 36 38 TROUBLESHOOTING nn anti EE AEE 39 MAINTENANCE eea e a erR er Ea EEEE EEEE a E a ENEE 40 LIMITED WARRANTY ntm 41 DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc Dish Networks is a registered trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation Bell TV is an official trademark of Bell Canada DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project 1991 1996 HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC Page 1 secion1 INTRODUCTION The King Dome 2200 and 3200 Satellite Systems include 2 main components Fig 1 Dome Antenna Unit Located on the roof of the vehicle The satellite dish off air antenna and electronics are covered by a protective dome that keeps operational components free from the elements Con
12. IDER CODE CHART Mode Code RS ES DS DS Sige Sate 11 Faso Press SY RC ES AE EE RE ers nons e 0 RE EE ES ES Note With the Eastern Arc Trio you cannot receive programming from the 77 satellite while in motion Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Alternate is for stationary use only 3 The King Dome can receive available HDTV programming from DIRECTV Ku band satellites at 101 and 119 It will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV s Ka band satellites at 99 and 103 Page 25 Perform the programming on these two pages using the codes determined from the chart on page 25 EXCEPT DIRECTV 101 SERVICE If you have DIRECTV 101 Service set your receiver for round dish 1 satellite do this through the receiver s satellite set up menu screens and then go to page 32 OPERATION SET SATELLITE SWITCHING MODE 1 Unplug the controller and plug in the Keypad 2 Press ON 3 Press 46 to display the current satellite switching mode see chart on page 25 4 To change the satellite switching mode press 96 66 88 5 Press the UP and DOWN arrows 2 and 8 keys to choose your desired switching mode from the chart on page 25 6 Press 47 to lock in setting 7 Turn unit OFF and back ON to save setting 8 Press 46 to display and verify code for new satellite switching mode 9 Continue with SET SATELLITE PROVIDER CODE on next page Page 26 SET SATELLITE PROVIDER CODE 1 Press 24 t
13. Satellite receiver is off or requires reset King Dome is factory set for DIRECTV Single Satellite 101 and you have a different service Hold ON SEARCH button for 3 FULL SECONDS Call King Controls Move vehicle to have unobstructed view of southern sky Call King Controls Call King Controls Turn receiver on or reset Configure the King Dome for your service page 15 Problem will stop when objects no longer block signal Turn receiver on or reset Configure the King Dome for your service page 15 OFF AIR ANTENNA Cannot receive local off air programming Off air antenna is not turned on Line of sight obstruction Note You will not receive off air channels while in motion Review procedure on pages 36 38 Move vehicle to have clear view of transmission towers Page 39 sections MAINTENANCE The King Dome Satellite System has been designed to be maintenance and trouble free For optimum signal strength keep the dome clean from dirt bugs and other debris Periodic washing of the dome with mild soap and water is recommended If you plan on storing your vehicle for long periods of time it is recommended that the system be put through a search procedure on a quarterly basis to keep all moving parts in good working order If you have any comments or questions please contact the King Controls Service Department at 800 982 9920 or email King Controls at info kingcontrols com
14. TWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION continued on next page Page 21 DISH HD Alternate with Locals satellites 61 5 110 119 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 16 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH BELL TV ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Bell TV Standard Digital 91 satellite 91 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 8 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the A button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use Page 22 To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH Bell TV HDTV 82 91 satellites 82 91 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait fo
15. and after the term of the warranty King Controls disclaims liability for any implied warranties including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a specific purpose after the one year term of this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Page 41 Notes Page 42 Notes Page 43 Notes Page 44 CK King Dome 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 2453 Phone 800 982 9920 Fax 952 922 8424 www kingcontrols com
16. cing rear of vehicle 6 Position the dome unit so that both feet on each side of the vehicle are equal distances from the roof edge This should be checked by measuring the distance from each foot to the roof edge Confirm that these measurements are equal Fig 7 Mounting Feet should be equal distances from Roof edge IMPORTANT Cable connections must always face REAR of vehicle To optional auxiliary receiver 3 ee Seen ee en ae 2 IMPORTANT The dome unit should never be mounted so that it is tilted more than two degrees in any direction Note The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fastener to secure the dome unit to the roof Depending on the roof material fasteners such as lag screws sheet metal screws toggle bolts and T anchors may be used and should always be used in combination with a roof compatible sealant IMPORTANT The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes with sealant 7 Mount the dome unit Use the pre drilled holes in the mounting feet as a guide to install the fasteners into the roof Use additional fasteners whenever necessary 8 Test that the dome unit is secure by pulling upward from each foot location Page 7 EXTERNAL WIRING 9 Plug external wire harness into wiring port on back of dome unit and tighten connection until it clicks past the detent lock Fig 8 Note The King Dome is wired for multiple receiver support There are two coax ports on t
17. dge then along edge to location where wiring will be fed into the vehicle If installing an optional auxiliary receiver run auxiliary coax not supplied to location where it will enter the vehicle Secure wiring to roof every 12 18 inches Fig 9 IMPORTANT Installer is responsible for determining proper roof compatible fasteners for cable entry cover Roof hole for wiring must be sealed so it is completely waterproof Mounting holes perimeter of cable entry cover and cable opening of cable entry cover must be sealed so they are completely waterproof SEALANT MUST BE ROOF COMPATIBLE 12 Drill 3 4 hole for the wiring through the roof and into the cabinet where receiver is stored Feed wiring down through hole Seal opening with roof compatible sealant so that it is completely waterproof inside and outside of the hole Repeat for auxiliary coax if present 13 Fasten cable entry cover to roof Seal mounting holes perimeter of cover and cable opening so they are completely waterproof TYPICAL ROOF INSTALLATION OVERHEAD VIEW IMPORTANT NO SHARP BENDS Sealant must be roof compatible IN COAX REAR OF VEHICLE NO SHARP BENDS IN COAX To optional in auxiliary recevier EDGE OF ROOF NO SHARP BENDS IN COAX 14 Remove blue protective sheet and red position to rear sticker from the dome unit Page 9 AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX CORRECT Note Using multiple receivers is not recommended fo
18. ect an area on the roof for the dome unit and the location where the wiring will enter the vehicle through the roof to the satellite receiver controller combiner diplexer and 12 volt power source inside using the following criteria a The dome unit should be mounted as far away as possible from the existing off air antenna if the antenna signals will be combined b A shorter distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most desirable c The dome unit requires a 28 inch diameter mounting area d The dome unit should be mounted on the centerline of the vehicle e There must be no line of sight obstructions Air conditioning units other antennas and storage areas that are too close to the dome unit may obstruct the satellite signal and off air transmissions Fig 6 APPROXIMATE MINIMUM DISTANCE TO DOME EDGE HEIGHT OF OBSTRUCTION Approximate Minimum Distance _ to Dome Edge Height of Dome Unit Obstruction Obstruction Vehicle Roof Page 6 DOME INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Make sure shipping restraints are removed from bottom of dome unit and plugs are inserted in holes Fig 5 Page 5 Cable connections must ALWAYS be positioned facing the rear of vehicle 5 Place dome unit on installation location chosen using the criteria discussed in the previous section Shipping restraints must be removed plugs must be inserted in holes Fig 5 Page 5 and cable connections must be positioned fa
19. ection 4 ANTENNA CONFIGURATION on page 15 Page 10 Fig 10 King Dome Series 2200 and 3200 Wiring Diagram Wall Plate Amplifier single off air output Dome Unit Wall Mount Controller EJ n AIR CKKing Dome Controller Cable Main Harness IN Diplexer KC 20755 SAT ANT OUT OUT 12 VDC Red Wire Ground Black Wire Note Using multiple receivers is not recommended for multi satellite services where automatic satellite switching is desired UHF IN VHF IN Off air Combiner KC 20756 Page 11 King Dome Series 2200 and 3200 Wiring Diagram A V Distribution box w built in Amplifier single off air output Dome Unit Wall Mount Controller CX King Dome Controller Cable Main Harness IN Diplexer Ground Black Wire KC 20755 SAT ANT OUT OUT 12 VDC Red Wire Note Using multiple receivers is not recommended for multi satellite services where automatic satellite switching is desired UHF IN VHF IN Off air Combiner KC 20756 OUT Page 12 King Dome Series 2200 and 3200 Wiring Diagram A V Distribution box w built in Amplifier multiple off air outputs D nit Wall Mount Controller omeni Controller Cable Main Harness IN Diplexer KC 20755 SAT ANT OUT OUT 12 VDC Red Wire Ground Black Wire Note Using multiple receivers is not recommended for multi satellite services where automatic satellite switching is desired UHF IN VHF IN
20. eive standard digital programming from the 101 and locals from the 119 and automatically switch between the two IMPORTANT The King Dome can receive available HDTV programming from DIRECTV Ku band satellites at 101 and 119 It will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV s Ka band satellites at 99 and 103 Bell TV May not be available in all areas due to geographic variance in satellite signal strength Standard Digital 91 Receive programming from the 91 satellite only HDTV 82 91 and HDTV 82 91 Alternate Automatically switch between the 82 and 91 satellites for Bell TV by using the receiver s remote control Choose the HDTV 82 91 option If you can not lock onto the satellites in step 2 of the check switch procedure page 29 you may get better results by choosing the HDTV 82 91 Alternate The HDTV 82 91 Alternate is for STATIONARY USE ONLY Note Tracking satellites is only possible with adequate signal strength Page 16 DISH NETWORK Dish 500 Automatically switch between the 110 and 119 satellites for Dish Network Standard Digital Service by simply changing channels with the receiver s remote control Dish HD Eastern Arc Automatically switch between the 61 5 and 72 satellites for Dish Network by simply changing channels with the receiver s remote control Dish HD Eastern and Western Arc with Locals Dish Network HD programming is broadcast from multiple satellites including these two trios t
21. hannel guide rather than channel surfing It is common for the picture to pixel or display an error message when the antenna is switching between satellites or the signal has been temporarily blocked PLEASE BE PATIENT THE PICTURE WILL RETURN If an error message appears for an extended period selecting CANCEL on your receiver s remote control may help clear the message more quickly Dish Network HD users If you are unable to receive all of your HD programming see Dish Network HDTV Changing the Satellite Trio on page 34 IN MOTION OPERATION KD 3200 series only 1 Perform a stationary search as shown on the previous page 2 Allow your programming to download 3 Press A STATUS LIGHT SYSTEM STATUS a alternating colors initializing b GREEN flashing potential satellite found c GREEN steady target satellite found tracking When the status light is steady green the target satellite is found and the unit is tracking ALTERNATE SEARCH METHOD Above method is the manufacturer s preferred method 1 Press ON 2 Press Before putting the vehicle into motion wait for the status light to turn steady green and your programming to download Note While driving and in tracking mode objects such as bridges buildings and trees may occasionally block the satellite signal from reaching the antenna Line of sight obstructions may cause the picture on your TV to freeze pixel or be lost temporarily PLEASE BE PATIENT THE PICTURE
22. he Dish HD Western Arc Trio 110 119 129 satellites and the Dish HD Eastern Arc Trio 61 5 72 77 satellites The map below shows the approximate coverage for each trio Note With the Eastern Arc Trio you cannot receive programming from the 77 satellite while in motion The King Dome antenna can be easily configured to work with either trio By choosing the appropriate trio based on where you are you can receive all of your desired programming Dish HD Western and Eastern Arc Trio Coverage Map gt jl ve Z va ie 2 p p Sr gl 4 Note This map is an approximation only Which trio PA works best in a given location KA may differ from what is indicated y on the map Dish HD Western Arc Trio A Dish HD Eastern Arc Trio 129 Approximate blackout A YO Approximate coverage Approximate coverage or weak signal area Dish HD Alternate with Locals Choose this option for satellites 61 5 110 and 119 only if you are unable to view your programming with Dish HD Western Arc or Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals Page 17 STEP 2 A ANTENNA CONFIGURATION USING WALL MOUNT CONTROLLER Note If you are using the keypad for programming go to page 25 On pages 19 23 find your service and follow the instructions in the box DIRECTV Single Satellite 101 Factory Pre set Page 19 DIRECTV PIUS 4eme issues ane Page 19 Dish Network Dish 600 1 4siuieestuisssdusces Page 20 Dish HD Eastern
23. he back of the dome unit The one labeled MAIN MUST be connected thru the diplexer to the main receiver in vehicle This is the receiver that will control automatic satellite switching if applicable The one labeled AUX can be used for an additional receiver IMPORTANT You must fill the ends of all external coax cables with the supplied dielectric grease Failure to do so will void product warranty 10 Fill end of coax cable that will connect to the MAIN port on the dome unit with supplied dielectric grease Connect this end of the coax cable to the MAIN port and tighten connection Fig 8 If using a second auxiliary receiver fill end of second coax cable not supplied and connect it to the AUX port Tighten connection DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT The alignment tabs on the wiring port and the external wire harness plug must 4 A match up when engaging E p Coax Cable plug onto port FILL ENDS Auxiliary Coax Cable YOU MUST TIGHTEN THE WITH GREASE EXTERNAL WIRE HARNESS PLUG UNTIL IT CLICKS PAST THE DETENT LOCK A channel lock pliers may Hee ve be used to tighten the connection External Wire Harness Fill ends of coax cables with supplied dielectric grease Failure to do so will void product warranty Coax connections should be snug DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Page 8 AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX CORRECT 11 Run wiring from the back of the dome unit to the roof e
24. l tv reception visit antennaweb org and div gov The Xing Dome is equipped with an internal off air antenna to receive local digital and HDTV programming Follow the appropriate instructions King Dome NOT CONNECTED to existing off air antenna Page 37 King Dome CONNECTED to existing off air antenna Page 38 Note You will not have off air signal reception while the vehicle is in motion Page 36 1 2 3 Note King Dome Off Air Antenna Only Turn the King Dome off press OFF Press and release ON Wait for the Status Light to flash orange and then wait 2 more seconds Press and release o The Status light will flash a variety of colors and then turn steady green When both lights are steady green the off air antenna pointing feature is active Performing a channel scan in steps 4 and 7 will erase channels from your previous scan If you wish to keep previous channels you may have an Update or Edit feature on your digital TV or converter box See your TV or converter box owner s manual for details Perform a channel scan see your TV or converter box owner s manual Go to the signal meter screen and use the King Dome off air antenna to peak signal strength as follows Press the button to rotate the King Dome antenna clockwise Release the button when signal strength appears on the screen It will take the antenna one minute to rotate 360 and hit its
25. o display the current service provider see chart on page 25 2 To change the current service provider press 96 66 88 3 Press the UP and DOWN arrows 2 and 8 keys to choose your desired service provider from the chart on page 25 4 Press 25 to lock in setting 5 Turn unit OFF and back ON to save setting 6 Press 24 to display and verify code for new service provider 7 Press OFF 8 Unplug the Keypad and plug the controller back in 9 Continue with RECEIVER CONFIGURATION below RECEIVER CONFIGURATION DIRECTV Plus 101 119 Set your receiver for oval dish 2 satellites do this through the receiver s satellite set up menu screens and then go to page 32 OPERATION If you have an H23 receiver choose the following dish configuration settings Dish Type 02 3 LNB 18 x20 Switch Type 02 Multiswitch Dish 500 Dish HD Eastern Arc Dish HD Western Arc with Locals Dish HD Eastern Arc with Locals Dish HD Alternate with Locals Bell TV Standard Digital 91 Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Alternate Go to page 29 and run the check switch Page 27 This page intentionally left blank Page 28 STEP 3 DISH AND BELL TV CHECK SWITCH PROCEDURE IMPORTANT YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED THE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION STEP 2 A PAGE 18 OR STEP 2 B PAGE 25 AND PERFORMED A SUCCESSFUL SEARCH STEP 2 BELOW BEFORE RUNNING THE CHECK SWITCH STEP 3 BELOW Note For automatic satellite switching
26. r multi satellite services where automatic satellite switching is desired INTERNAL WIRING Components and wiring supplied with the KD 2200 KD 3200 are shown in black Existing components and wiring or those sold separately are shown in gray 15 Choose your desired wiring configuration Wall Plate Amplifier with single off air output Fig 10 Page 11 A V Distribution Box with built in Amplifier single off air output Fig 11 Page 12 A V Distribution Box with built in Amplifier multiple off air outputs Fig 12 Page 13 16 Inside the vehicle make the connections as shown in the wiring diagrams keeping in mind the following important points a The connection between the dome unit and the main satellite receiver must be a direct connection thru the diplexer with no other devices in between b Power connection must be a non shared circuit Excessive current draw on the circuit will cause the unit to operate improperly Power and ground connections must be made after all wiring is connected to the dome unit c If fusing the circuit the fuse must be rated at 7 5 amps d Install the off air combiner only if using the existing off air antenna as well If not using the existing antenna connect the diplexer ANT OUT directly to TV converter box off air input of receiver or off air splitter e HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video audio cable connection to TV sold separately 17 When installation is complete go to S
27. r the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 32 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the ON button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Alternate satellites 82 91 STATIONARY USE ONLY On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS Press and release the ON button 36 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red Press OFF After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH Page 23 This page intentionally left blank Page 24 STEP 2 B ANTENNA CONFIGURATION USING 1844 KEYPAD Note If you are using the wall mount controller for programming go to page 18 Find your service in the chart below Determine your Switching Mode and Provider Code and then go to page 26 SWITCHING MODE AND PROV
28. reen lf the antenna cannot acquire the designated satellites you may have to choose an alternate satellite option See pages 16 17 for details 3 On the receiver remote press menu 6 1 1 4 Highlight Check Switch and press select Note Some receivers may prompt you to select check switch a second time to initiate the test Screen graphics may vary Page 29 Continued on next page Note Not all receivers will display a screen with options that include superdish and alternate boxes 5 Make sure Superdish and Alternate boxes are NOT selected 6 Highlight Test and press Select Screen graphics may vary The unit will perform a check switch test and the dish will periodically move back and forth This process will take several minutes 7 When test is complete a screen similar to one below or on the next page should appear After screen verification continue with check switch procedure on next page Receivers are always changing and therefore screen graphics may vary Older Dish receivers for example may not show OK for the 72 satellite DISH 500 DISH HD Eastern Arc Installed Device SW21 MUST SHOW SW21 NO X s DISH HD Western Arc with Locals DISH HD Eastern Arc with Locals NO Xs MUST SHOW SW64 Page 30 Dish HD Alternate with Locals NO Xs MUST SHOW SW64 NO SWITCH Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Bell TV 91 par ae Bell TV HDTV 82 91 Alte
29. rformed at the factory is not covered unless the product has been installed by an authorized dealer installer or OEM manufacturer The customer is responsible for all labor costs after one year Should any trouble develop during the warranty period contact King Controls You must contact King Controls before the warranty period expires The customer must supply proof of purchase such as a dated sales receipt when requesting warranty service If customer cannot supply proof warranty period shall start 30 days after date of manufacture Only King Controls and certified dealers are authorized to perform warranty evaluations and repairs Depending upon the problem King Controls may authorize the dealer to perform the necessary repairs or may have the unit returned to King Controls for repairs A certified dealer must not perform any repair without first contacting King Controls for a Service Order Number King Controls will advise the dealer on how to proceed with any repairs If it is determined that the unit needs to be returned to King Controls customer must return COMPLETE product freight prepaid to King Controls 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 2453 If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material King Controls will repair or at its option replace without charge When returning product King Controls will supply an RMA number Return Merchandise Authorization This number must be clearl
30. rnate INSTALLED DEVICE UNKNOWN or NO SWITCH DETECTED nn similar Installed Device SW21 MUST SHOW SW21 NO X s If indicated results are not obtained go back to Step 3 and run test again Contact King Controls if the check switch fails to load after 4 attempts 8 Save the settings exit to the main menu screen and wait for programming to download 9 DISH HD Eastern and Western Arc with Locals only Verify your saved settings show your desired satellite trio 61 5 72 77 or 110 119 129 To switch trios see page 34 Configuration is complete Go to page 32 OPERATION Page 31 SECTIONS SATELLITE ANTENNA OPERATION IMPORTANT There must be a clear line of sight to the southern sky Mountains buildings trees telephone poles etc can all block the satellite signal from reaching the dish The distance driven since last performing a search may affect how long it takes for the King Dome to find the satellite The King Dome can receive available HDTV programming from DIRECTV Ku band satellites at 101 and 119 It will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV s Ka band satellites at 99 and 103 TV and receiver technology are constantly changing If you experience difficulty go to www kingcontrols com or contact the King Controls Service Department at 800 982 9920 ext 373 STATIONARY SEARCH 1 Turn on TV and Receiver Searching for Satellite or similar will appear
31. rotational limit When the limit is reached the status light will turn from a flashing green to a solid red If you did not find any signal you can rotate the antenna counter clockwise by pressing the A button It will take the antenna approximately one and a half minutes to rotate to its other limit If you do not find signal strength by this time there is likely something blocking the signal there is some type of interference or you are out of the coverage area and no channels will appear after the channel scan in step 7 Use the and buttons to fine tune the signal strength as high as possible When fine tuning press and release the buttons quickly Each time you rotate the antenna while fine tuning you may need to wait a few seconds for the signal strength to stabilize as some receivers have a slight delay in displaying signal strength after it changes After peaking the signal strength perform the channel scan again You are now ready to watch TV Enjoy Page 37 King Dome Off Air Antenna and Existing Off Air Antenna 1 Lock on your satellite with the King Dome see instructions on page 32 2 Raise or turn on the other off air antenna not the King Dome Note Performing a channel scan in steps 3 and 5 will erase channels from your previous scan If you wish to keep previous channels you may have an Update or Edit feature on your digital TV or converter box See your TV or converter box owner
32. ss OFF 5 After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH Page 20 DISH HD Western Arc with Locals satellites 110 119 129 1 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS 2 Press and release the ON button 20 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red 3 Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red 4 Press OFF 5 After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH DISH HD Eastern Arc with Locals satellites 61 5 72 77 1 On the King Dome controller press and release the ON button Wait for the status light to flash orange and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS 2 Press and release the ON button 12 times The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red 3 Press and hold the button for 4 seconds The status light will turn orange for 1 second and then start flashing green or red 4 Press OFF 5 After you have successfully configured the antenna you must configure your receiver for mobile use To configure your receiver GO TO PAGE 29 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH DISH NE
33. troller Located in the vehicle Activates the search mode and provides limited diagnostic functions using the status light Note A TV satellite receiver and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing sold separately Wall Mount Controller Ground Sold separately Dome Unit External Wire Harness C Other off air antenna Sold separately Receiver Combiner Off air connections Note Overview only See Installation Section for specific wiring diagrams Page 2 secion2 DEFINITION OF TERMS AZIMUTH Circular rotation around the vehicle Using the clock as a reference the front of the vehicle is 12 00 and the rear is 6 00 Fig 2 FRONT OF VEHICLE 12 00 REAR OF VEHICLE 6 00 ELEVATION Angle in degrees measured from a level plane Fig 3 LEVEL PLANE 0 DEGREES SIGNAL STRENGTH Intensity of signal received from the satellite or off air transmission Page 3 sections INSTALLATION TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED e drill and drill bit set e tape measure e 7 16 open end wrench coax connections e adhesive sealant compatible with roof material appropriate fasteners to install all components and wiring e 5 32 allen wrench channel lock or pliers to remove shipping bolts e wire cutter to remove shipping tie strap e Optional 1844 King Controls Keypad 1844 Keypad KIT CONTENTS 1 Unpack and identify all components Fig 4 KIT CONTENTS CC
34. y written on the box Failure to clearly write RMA number on box may result in delays in processing claim Along with product customer should include in the box his her name address daytime phone number proof of purchase and description of the problem This warranty does not cover installation and external wiring or remanufactured units This warranty is not transferable from the original owner Due to the expanding and changing TV market King Controls cannot be held responsible for changes made to satellite services Software updates to address such issues are not covered under warranty This warranty also does not apply where The product has been abused misused improperly installed or improperly maintained e Repairs have been made or attempted by others that are not certified by King Controls to do such repairs e Repairs are required because of normal wear and tear e Alterations have been made to the product The dome cover has been removed without authorization Damage has been caused by power washing e Supplied grease not used in the external coax connections as specified in the instructions non portable only e Circumstances beyond the control of King Controls cause the product to no longer operate correctly e Customer is not the original owner In no event shall King Controls be liable for any indirect incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of the product This disclaimer applies both during
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