® Gyro Stabilized Satellite TV Antenna Model 1500-HD Model 1800-HD Installation and Operating Instructions ® Digital TV Solutions for Mobile Markets 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: (952) 922-6889 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 does not operate as outlined in this manual please call King Controls at (952) 922-6889 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com. Please read this entire manual before beginning the installation.
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION The Sea-King Fully Stabilized Marine Satellite System includes 6 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 a level 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 a 16.5” (model 1500-HD) or 20” (model 1800-HD) diameter mounting area on the vessel surface. You may also use an industry standard mount. (Call King Controls or visit www.kingcontrols.
COMPONENT LOCATION 1. Select the location of the internal components using the following criteria: a) The Controller, Tuner, HDTV Converter, Multi-switch 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.
Fig. 6A 1500-HD IMPORTANT! The shipping bolt must be removed prior to installation. IMPORTANT! CAREFULLY remove the dome cover. Do not allow dome cover to catch on internal components or wiring. Fig. 6B 1800-HD IMPORTANT! The shipping bolt must be removed prior to installation. IMPORTANT! CAREFULLY remove the dome cover. Do not allow dome cover to catch on internal components or wiring.
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT! NEVER lift the unit by the LNB assembly, Wave Guide assembly, or the dish. Lift the unit by the base ONLY. PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK To verify proper operation of the components, perform a Pre-Installation Check as follows: 1. Place the dome unit in your chosen location and on its mounting pedestal. Temporarily secure the unit from falling. DO NOT PERMANENTLY MOUNT THE DOME UNIT UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK ON THE NEXT PAGE.
2. Use Figs.10-11 on pages 13-14 to determine your desired wiring configuration. TEMPORARILY connect system as outlined. If using both 50’ coax, label the ends of one coax to avoid confusion when making the connections. MAKE SURE TO CONNECT POWER LAST. 3. Verify system operates properly as described in Section 4 OPERATION, Page 18. DISH NETWORK - BELL TV: If configuring the receiver for multiple satellite switching, do this now while the antenna unit is on a motionless platform (see page 25). 4.
IMPORTANT! Make sure power supply is disconnected from 110 volt source before continuing with permanent installation. 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, sheet metal screws, toggle bolts and T anchors may be used. 1.
3. Fill end of coax cable that will connect to the MAIN port on the antenna unit with supplied dielectric grease. Connect this end of the coax cable to the MAIN port and tighten connection (Fig. 9). If using a second (auxiliary) receiver, fill end of second coax cable and connect it to the unlabeled port. Tighten connection. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CONNECTIONS. 4. Snap the gel-filled boots around the coax cables, then push flush against the bottom of the dome unit. Fig.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! The coax 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.
Fig. 10 DISH Network/Bell TV Sea-King 1500-HD & 1800-HD Auto-switching from master receiver only Note: In order to view programming from the master and secondary receivers simultaneously, both receivers must be tuned to a channel broadcast from the same satellite. Use the controller to manually switch satellites for the secondary receiver. Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video/audio cable connection to TV. IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.
Fig. 11 DIRECTV Installation Sea-King 1500-HD & 1800-HD Auto-switching from any receiver Note: To automatically switch between satellites using any receiver, tune all other receivers to channel 202 on the 101 satellite. IMPORTANT! HDTV Converter must be hooked to 18V input on multi-switch. Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video/audio cable connection to TV. IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.
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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.
TUNER MOUNTING OPTIONS You can mount the tuner or leave it freestanding: a) You can mount the tuner to an appropriate surface (Fig. 14). b) You can leave the tuner freestanding. If space requirements dictate, the mounting feet can be snapped off. Fig. 14 Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fasteners to secure the tuner to the chosen surface. 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 (see pages 20-21). Note: The Sea-King must remain powered on to maintain a signal.
AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING DIRECTV: Before using the automatic switching feature, you must configure the Sea-king and your receiver for your desired option. For switching options see pages 22-23. DISH Network - Bell TV: Before using the automatic switching feature, you must configure the Sea-King and your receiver for your desired option. For switching options see page 25. Your receiver may have already been configured for automatic satellite switching by the installer.
SET SATELLITE SERVICE IMPORTANT!: If you choose any DISH Network or Bell TV option in steps 1-3 below, you must then run the check switch on pages 26-27. All of the satellite options listed may not be available with your unit. If you cannot lock onto your chosen satellite(s), call the King Controls Service Department. SATELLITE LIBRARY DTV 101 DTV 101/ 110 hd DTV 101/ 119 Sat 110 Sat 119 DISH 61 DISH 129 DISH 148 DISH 110/119 DISH 1000 DISH 1000a EXPVU 82 EXPVU 91 DISH 72.5 DISH 77.
SET REGION (OPTIONAL) Note: To reduce satellite acquisition time, you can set your current region.
SECTION 5 AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING DIRECTV DIRECTV 101 SATELLITE ONLY To receive programming from the DIRECTV 101 satellite only, choose the DTV 101 option (see page 20). If you have a newer receiver or current software, choose the following dish configuration settings thru the receiver’s satellite set-up menu screens: Dish Type: 01: 18” Round Switch Type: 02:Multiswitch If you have an older receiver, choose round dish-1 satellite.
SEA-KING CONFIGURATION: HD PROGRAMMING FROM THE 110 SATELLITE IMPORTANT! Select your current region first. Failure to select your current region may result in extraordinary delays in channel acquisition (see page 21). 1. Make sure your current region is selected (see page 21). 2. Select your satellite pair (see page 20). Your channels are broadcast from 5 different satellite locations, and the antenna can be set to automatically switch between two satellites (101/110) or (101/119).
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SECTION 6 AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING DISH Network - Bell TV DISH 500 FOR DISH NETWORK The Sea-King will automatically switch between the 110 and 119 satellites for DISH Network by using the receiver’s remote control, after the receiver has been properly configured. Choose the DISH 110/119 option (see page 20) and then follow the instructions on pages 26-27. DISH 1000/1000a FOR DISH NETWORK HDTV DISH Network HD programming is broadcast from 4 satellites (61.5,110,119,129). The 61.
SECTION 7 CHECK SWITCH PROCEDURE DISH Network - Bell TV IMPORTANT! The antenna must be on the ground, dock or motionless platform with no movement in order to configure the DISH HD receiver. If you are an end user and the Sea-King is already permanently mounted, you can perform the configuration if the vessel is tied up tightly with no movement.
6. When test is complete, a screen similar to one of the following should appear: (Screen graphics may vary.) ALL SINGLE SATELLITES NO SWITCH DETECTED or INSTALLED DEVICE UNKNOWN DISH 500 BELL TV 82/91 MUST SHOW “SW21” NO “X”s DISH 1000 DISH 1000a NO “X”s MUST SHOW “SW64” If indicated results are not obtained, go back to Step 1 and run test again. Contact King Controls if the check switch fails to load after 4 attempts. 7.
SECTION 8 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 properly terminated with SNAP-N-SEAL® connectors 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.
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SECTION 9 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. IMPORTANT! Do not power wash the Sea-King. 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 10 LIMITED WARRANTY Every new King Controls 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.
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