® Sea-King Fully Stabilized Marine Satellite System 9815-RJ 9818-RJ Installation and Operating Instructions MEMBER ® Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: (800) 982-9920 Fax: (952) 922-8424 www.kingcontrols.
IMPORTANT! The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was accurate at the time of printing. If your Sea-King System does not operate as outlined in this manual please call King Controls at (800) 982-9920 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com. TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Contents Page 1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................2 2. DEFINITION OF TERMS ......................................................
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION The Sea-King Fully Stabilized Marine Satellite System includes 4 main components (Fig. 1). Dome (Antenna) Unit Mounted on the vessel. The dish is covered by a protective dome that keeps operational components free from the elements. Controller Located in the vessel. Used to activate and monitor the system, and access programming and diagnostic information. Tuner Located in the vessel. Decodes the satellite signal so the Sea-King locks onto and tracks the correct satellite.
SECTION 2 DEFINITION OF TERMS AZIMUTH: Angle in degrees measured clockwise from Magnetic North (0°) (Fig. 2). Fig. 2 ELEVATION: Angle in degrees measured from the ground plane (Fig. 3). Fig. 3 SIGNAL STRENGTH: Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission.
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: - drill and drill bit set tape measure 7/16” open end wrench (coax connections) 5/32” allen wrench, channel lock or pliers (to remove shipping bolt) 1/8” allen wrench or phillips screw driver (to remove dome cover) appropriate fasteners and tools to install all components and wiring adhesive sealant, compatible with vessel material KIT CONTENTS: 1. Unpack and identify all components (Fig. 4). Fig.
DOME LOCATION 1. Select an area on the vessel for the dome unit, keeping in mind the coax cables will enter the vessel through the surface directly beneath the dome unit. Use the following criteria: a) The shortest distance between the dome unit and the main satellite receiver is most desirable. b) The dome unit requires either a 16.5 inch (9815-RJ) or 20 inch (9818-RJ) diameter mounting area on the vessel surface, or an industry standard mount (call King Controls for more information).
COMPONENT LOCATION: 1. Select the location of the internal components using the following criteria: a) The Controller, Tuner, and Power Supply should be in the same general vicinity of the main satellite receiver, AND ACCESSIBLE FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PURPOSES. b) The Tuner should not be stacked directly on top of other electronics. If located in a cabinet or other enclosure, make sure there is adequate ventilation around the unit. (If using the Tuner mounting brackets see page 17.
Fig. 6A 9815-RJ IMPORTANT! The shipping bolt must be removed prior to installation. IMPORTANT! CAREFULLY remove the dome cover, tilting it side to side as necessary to prevent damaging internal components. Fig. 6B 9818-RJ IMPORTANT! The shipping bolt must be removed prior to installation. IMPORTANT! CAREFULLY remove the dome cover, tilting it side to side as necessary to prevent damaging internal components.
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT! NEVER lift the unit by the LNB assembly, Wave Guide assembly, or the dish. Lift the unit ONLY by the base. 4. Place the dome unit on its mounting pedestal and temporarily secure the unit from falling. DO NOT PERMANENTLY MOUNT THE DOME UNIT UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE SYSTEM LOCATION CHECK ON THIS PAGE. If mounting to the vessel surface, you will need to temporarily place it on a pedestal to perform the system location check.
DOME INSTALLATION AND EXTERNAL WIRING IMPORTANT! USE ONLY THE COAXIAL CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THE SEA-KING. DO NOT CUT COAX. COIL AND STORE EXCESS CABLE IN THE CABINET WITH THE COMPONENTS. If coaxial cable other than that supplied with the Sea-King is used, the following guide lines must be followed: 1) Ends must be terminated with SNAP-N-SEAL® connectors or F-compression style connectors as shown in Fig. 7. (DO NOT USE TWIST-ON CONNECTORS.) 2) Cable must be RG6 or better, and rated at 2.2 GHz or higher. Fig.
IMPORTANT! The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes in the vessel. Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fastener to secure the dome unit to the pedestal or vessel surface. Depending on the surface material, fasteners such as lag screws, well nuts, sheet metal screws, toggle bolts and T anchors may be used. Use the included white foam gasket(s) to seal the coax connection area (see Fig. 8 for mounting configurations). Fig.
2. Connect 50’ coax cable to the coax port labeled MAIN on the bottom of the dome unit and tighten connection. If using a second receiver, connect second 50’ coax cable to the unlabeled port and tighten connection. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CONNECTIONS (Fig. 9). 3. Snap the gel-filled boots around the coax cables, then push flush against the rubber sleeves on the coax ports (Fig. 9). Fig. 9 IMPORTANT! Coax connection will slide inside rubber sleeve. Coax connections should be snug.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! The coaxial cable that connects the dome unit to the tuner carries a 24 volt electrical current. Exercise extreme caution when handling this cable. Do not cut, break, or splice this line. Do not insert or connect any devices such as splitters or any other device for any reason. This line is not compatible with any other equipment. Damage will occur to any device other than the dome unit if connected to the antenna port on the tuner. INTERNAL WIRING (Fig.
Fig. 10 9815-RJ 9818-RJ WIRING DIAGRAM IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.
MULTIPLE SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATIONS With the use of an active multi-switch (not supplied by King Controls), more than two TV’s and receivers can be hooked up (see Fig. 11 for typical 4 receiver hookup). Other options: 3-4 satellite receivers: use one 2x4 or 3x4 active multi-switch 8 satellite receivers: use one 2x8 or 3x8 active multi-switch 16 satellite receivers: use one 3x16 active multi-switch King Controls recommends the use of an active multi-switch.
Fig. 11 TYPICAL 4 RECEIVER HOOKUP IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.
OPTIONAL WALL MOUNT FACEPLATE (INCLUDED) Note: If not using the faceplate, see faceplate removal instructions below. IMPORTANT! Depending on the thickness of the vessel wall, a relief notch may need to be cut for the cable. THE CABLE MUST NOT BE PINCHED OR BENT WHEN MOUNTING THE DISPLAY. 1. Use the Faceplate as a template to mark and cut out the mounting cavity, and if necessary, mark and drill the mounting holes (Fig. 12). 2. Mount Faceplate in wall with supplied screws. Fig.
OPTIONAL TUNER MOUNTING BRACKETS (INCLUDED) 1. Remove 4 screws from the tuner. 2. Fasten mounting brackets to tuner with same screws (Fig. 14). Fig. 14 Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fasteners to secure the mounting brackets to the chosen surface. 3. Mount tuner in previously chosen location (Fig 15). Fig. 15 Note: Depending on the mounting surface, pilot holes for the fasteners may or may not need to be drilled.
SECTION 4 OPERATION IMPORTANT! There must be a clear “line of sight” to the satellite (See Fig. 2, Page 3). Terrain, other boats, buildings, trees, masts, telephone poles, etc. can all block the satellite signal from reaching the dish. Note: This example is for the DTV 101 satellite in Region 2-North Central. The information on your controller will vary depending on the satellite and region you have chosen. Note: The Sea-King must remain powered on to maintain a signal.
Note: To reduce satellite acquisition time, you can set your current region.
SET SATELLITE SERVICE SATELLITE OPTIONS DISH 61 Dish Network at 61 EXPVU 91 Bell ExpressVu at 91 DISH 129 Dish Network at 129 DISH 148 Dish Network at 148 EXPVU 82 Bell ExpressVu at 82 DTV 101 DIRECTV at 101 Sat 110 Dish Network at 110 Sat 119 Dish Network at 119 DTV 101/ 110 hd DIRECTV at 101 and 110 DTV 101/ 119 DIRECTV at 101 and 119 Note: The King Controls HD TV Converter Box (#9747 or #9747-AM) is required to receive HD programming from the DIRECTV satellite at 110.
Note: For DIRECTV Subscribers: The satellite setting allows the user to select the satellite and service provider of choice. For DIRECTV subscribers, the Sea-King can also track a secondary or alternate satellite. Example: If you are a subscriber to the DIRECTV service most of the programming that you will be watching will be transmitted from the satellite located at 101 degrees. You may also subscribe to programming that is transmitted from another satellite located at 119 degrees.
SECTION 5 SYMPTOM Controller does not power up. TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check: tuner is connected to power supply. controller is connected to tuner. power supply is plugged into 110 VAC outlet. Controller remains in one of the following conditions: Unplug tuner for 10 seconds, then plug back in. Check coax cables and connections between tuner and dome unit. POWER TRIP Verify voltage on coax at dome unit is 24 volts. ANT COM ERROR? TUNER COM ERROR? Controller displays AZ FAULT.
SYMPTOM Only getting signal on 1/2 of transponders. POSSIBLE SOLUTION Kinked or sharply bent coax cable. Verify coax cables are tightly crimped with F-compression style crimps only. Verify receiver is operating properly. Verify LNB type is set correctly. Unit never locks on or locks on and drifts off of satellite. Atmospheric moisture. Unit will lock on as weather improves. Check for obstruction in sky in direction of satellite. Select another satellite and verify unit locks on.
OPTION 21 RE-INITIALIZE and 0-RECALIBRATE Page 24
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MECHANICAL CALIBRATION IMPORTANT! You must call King Controls before performing this procedure. IMPORTANT! The Sea-King must remain perfectly still during the mechanical calibration. The Sea-King must be running (NOT IN IDLE/HOLD).
SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE The Sea-King 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 vessel 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.
SECTION 7 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 and external wiring or refurbished units. Should any trouble develop during the warranty period, contact King Controls or one of its certified dealers.
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