EchoStar 9630 LP Satellite TV System User Manual
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1. Not supplied by Dome Unit King Controls 12 VDC 9630 LP External Wire Harness RG6 Coaxial Cable Page 2 SECTON2 DEFINITION OF TERMS AZIMUTH Circular rotation around the vehicle like a clock face front of vehicle is 12 00 rear is 6 00 Fig 2 FRONT OF VEHICLE 12 00 REAR OF VEHICLE 6 00 GROUND PLANE 0 DEGREES SIGNAL STRENGTH Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission Page 3 secrion3 INSTALLATION TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED drill and drill bit set tape measure 7 16 open end wrench coax connections adhesive sealant compatible with roof material appropriate fasteners to install all components and wiring 5 32 allen wrench channel lock or pliers to remove shipping bolts wire cutter to remove shipping tie strap KIT CONTENTS 1 Unpack and identify all components Fig 4 KIT CONTENTS AutoScan g Dome RG6 Coaxial Cable Dome Unit KING DOME OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS External Wire Harness Quick Reference Card Controller Place in vehicle for owner Page 4 IMPORTANT The tie strap and spacer and the 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 spa2. PORTANT Sealant must 4 REAR OF VEHICLE be roof ON compatible PN NO SHARP BENDS IN COAX To optional EN second Receiver ROOF gt ch ei HOLE EDGE OF ROOF NO SHARP BENDS IN COAX 13 Remove blue protective sheet and red position to rear sticker from the dome unit Page 9 AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX NOT x CORRECT y CORRECT INTERNAL WIRING IMPORTANT The connection between the dome unit and the receiver must be a direct connection with no devices in between Any other devices should be downstream from the receiver 14 Inside vehicle connect main coax from the dome unit directly to the satellite in port of the main receiver Do not go through an A B or any other switch box or booster Connect auxiliary coax directly to optional second receiver IMPORTANT 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 the wires are connected to the dome unit 15 Connect red and black two conductor wire to a power source and ground Red connects to 12 volts and black connects to ground 16 Plug phone style Controller Cable into Controller Page 10 sections 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 reachi
3. PPROXIMATE MINIMUM DISTANCE TO DOME EDGE HEIGHT OF OBSTRUCTION Approximate Minimum Distance to Dome Edge Height of Obstruction Obstruction Dome Unit Vehicle Roof IMPORTANT For installations on trucks with air shields a bracket must be used for mounting the dome unit The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame See bracket instructions for proper installation Fig 7 Page 6 Example of truck installation using bracket See bracket instructions for proper installation IMPORTANT The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame DOME INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Make sure shipping restraints are removed from bottom of dome unit 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 Fig 5 Page 5 and cable connections must ALWAYS be positioned facing rear of vehicle 6 The dome unit must be positioned 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 8 Mounting Feet should be equal distances from Roof edge IMPORTANT Cable connections must always
4. RECTV 101 Elevation Map for Dish DIRECTV 110 Elevation Map for Dish DIRECTV 119 91 Bell ExpressVU B COO 12 JO 6 6 00 101 DIRECTV 10 00 110 Dish DIRECTV While the dish rotates the direction of the dish in relation to the vehicle s position will be displayed on the controller as a clock number The windshield is always 12 00 o clock see Fig 2 Page 3 119 Dish DIRECTV This information can be used to determine when the dish is close to pointing at the desired satellite IMPORTANT You must continuously monitor the TV for signal strength while the dish is rotating DO NOT WATCH THE KING DOME CONTROLLER Page 15 sections STORE RECALL POSITIONS Note For use with multi satellite services such as Dish 500 Store Satellite Position 1 1 Once locked onto a desired satellite hold LEFT AND RIGHT arrows simultaneously until display flashes 2 Hold LEFT arrow until 1P Position 1 appears on display Position 1 is stored in memory for this position Store Satellite Position 2 3 Once locked onto the second desired satellite hold LEFT AND RIGHT arrows simultaneously until display flashes 4 Hold RIGHT arrow until 2P Position 2 appears on display Position 2 is stored in memory for this position Recall Satellite Position 1 5 Press DOWN AND LEFT arrows simultaneously Dish will automatically move to Satellite Position 1 and controller will display 1P Recall S
5. X Kin g Dome AutoScan Satellite System 9630 9630 LP Installation and Operating Instructions Elevation Y MG conrnors 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 2453 Phone 800 982 9920 Fax 952 922 8424 Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets www kingcontrols com 1352 REV M Section 1 a e o PA DD TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Page DUG TON ee 2 DEFINITION OF TERMS sanatorio 3 INSTALLATION proteins ote e ceededuounsendslececnevercmenesuedsacsuseeess 4 10 OPF RATION a 11 15 STORE RECALL POSITION S ass ee 16 DAONOS TIC rage cece a een 17 AIN EN ANGES a a rasen 18 LIMITED WARRANTY tediosa 19 DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc Dish Network is an official trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation Bell ExpressVu is an official trademark of Bell Canada DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project 1991 1996 Page 1 secrions INTRODUCTION The King Dome AutoScan Satellite System includes 2 main components Fig 1 Dome Antenna Unit Located on the roof of the vehicle The dish is covered by a protective dome that keeps operational components free from the elements Controller Located in the vehicle Used to activate the system position the dish and access diagnostic information Note A TV satellite receiver and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing Not supplied by King Controls Controller
6. and external wiring or refurbished units Should any trouble develop during the warranty period contact King Controls or one of its certified dealers Only King Controls and certified dealers are authorized to perform warranty evaluations and repairs If it is determined that the unit needs to be returned 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 This warranty does not apply where The product has been abused misused improperly installed or improperly maintained Repairs have been made or attempted by others that are not certified by King Controls to do such repairs Repairs are required because of normal wear and tear Alterations have been made to the product 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 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 exclusi
7. and tighten connection If using a second receiver connect second coax cable to coax port labeled AUX and tighten connection Do not over tighten coax connections Fig 9 BACK OF DOME UNIT IMPORTANT The alignment tabs on the wiring port and the external wire harness plug must External Wire match up when engaging RGG Harness plug onto port YOU MUST TIGHTEN THE Auxiliary Coaxial Cable To Optional Second Receiver Main Coaxial Cable PLUG UNTIL IT CLICKS PAST THE DETENT LOCK A channel lock pliers may be used to tighten the connection IMPORTANT Coax connections will slide inside rubber sleeves DO NOT REMOVE RUBBER SLEEVES Coax connections should be snug DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Page 8 AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX er i CORRECT 11 Run wires from the back of the dome unit to the roof edge then along edge to location where wiring will be fed into the vehicle If installing an optional second receiver run auxiliary coax to location where it will enter the vehicle Secure wiring to roof every 12 18 inches Fig 10 12 Drill 3 4 hole 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 entirely waterproof inside and outside of the 3 4 hole Repeat for optional second receiver Fig 10 Fig 10 TYPICAL ROOF INSTALLATION OVERHEAD VIEW NO SHARP BENDS 2 IN COAX IM
8. atellite Position 2 6 Press DOWN AND RIGHT arrows simultaneously Dish will automatically move to Satellite Position 2 and controller will display 2P sectione DIAGNOSTICS If the controller turns on and displays OH Make sure you press and hold the up arrow for 3 FULL SECONDS If no signal strength appears on TV Reset receiver Verify dish elevation matches satellite elevation Continuously watch TV for signal strength Make sure you hold right arrow until display rapidly flashes clock position To check Coaxial Cable Connection Press UP AND LEFT arrows simultaneously 1E Receiver is not connected or bad coax connection OH Proper coax connection To check Supply Voltage Press ON After controller counts down and displays OH press UP AND RIGHT arrows simultaneously Example When Display flashes BLANK then 92 9 2 volts 1 then 00 10 0 volts 1 then 20 12 0 volts 1 then 36 13 6 volts Voltage must be greater than 10 volts When Display quickly flashes 1L Clockwise rotational limit reached 2L Counterclockwise rotational limit reached Page 17 secton7 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 lf you plan on storing your vehicle for long periods of time it is recommended
9. cer KEEP RUBBER PLUGS 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 IMPORTANT Remove and discard Bolts and Washers prior to installation 5 32 Allen Wrench Channel Lock or Pliers Page 5 DOME LOCATION 4 Select 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 and 12 volt power source inside using the following criteria a The shortest distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most desirable b The dome unit requires a 28 inch diameter mounting area c The dome unit must be mounted on the centerline of the vehicle Mounting off centerline reduces electronic level compensation d 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 prevent the satellite signal from reaching the dish Fig 6 A
10. face VEHICLE REAR of vehicle i CENTERLINE To optional second receiver IMPORTANT The dome should never be mounted so that it is tilted more than 2 degrees in any direction Page 7 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 well nuts 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 weather proofing 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 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 9 Note The King Dome Is wired for a dual LNB There are two coaxial ports on the back of the dome unit The one labeled MAIN MUST be connected to the main receiver in vehicle The one labeled AUX can be used for an additional receiver IMPORTANT Do not remove the rubber sleeves from the coax ports The coax cable ends will slide inside the sleeves as they are tightened 10 Connect coax cable to coax port labeled MAIN on back of dome unit
11. ng the dish 1 Turn TV and satellite receiver on 2 Go to the signal meter screen on TV Choose transponder number Dish Network 11 DIRECTV 19 3 Enter local ZIP code on signal meter screen to determine satellite elevation If you do not know your local zip code determine your elevation from the maps on pages 12 14 4 Press and hold UP ON arrow on King Dome Controller for 3 FULL SECONDS to turn King Dome on Note The Controller will flash a series of codes and then display its elevation Wait for the Controller to steadily display the elevation before continuing about 10 seconds 8 5 Press UP or DOWN arrow on King Dome Controller to match elevation on Controller to elevation on TV signal meter screen or elevation from maps on pages 12 14 IMPORTANT In Step 6 as soon as you begin holding the right arrow you must continuously monitor the TV signal meter screen until signal appears on TV 6 Press and hold RIGHT arrow until Controller begins RAPIDLY flashing its clock position 7 10 seconds See Fig 2 Page 3 Remember you must watch for signal strength on TV Dish will automatically perform a 360 degree scan for satellite When signal strength appears on TV press ANY BUTTON to stop the dish from rotating W E 7 Press the UP DOWN LEFT or RIGHT arrows to fine tune signal strength to the highest possible number on TV signal meter screen ee Enjoy your programming Page 11 Elevation Map for DI
12. on 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 19 Notes Page 20 m AutoScan X King Dome 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 2453 Phone 800 982 9920 Fax 952 922 8424 www kingcontrols com
13. that the system be put through a search procedure on a quarterly basis to keep all moving parts in good working order lf 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 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 your authorized King Dome dealer or call King Controls at 800 982 9920 Zr Tal S PT UE E NA file A a A i 1 f a Yi j F Jud hain Fade Ss free tion el a 1 SE CONTACT MA TENTE MODA Pee Y OTHER pp cai tEn i Fidel L Nerwrsoziazel al Single Application Packet 1830 SP Spray Can 1830 Page 18 sections LIMITED WARRANTY Every King Controls Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory It is covered by a two year parts and one year labor limited warranty from the date of original purchase This warranty does not cover installation
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