B2590/65 & B2590/85 Crank Up Installation & operating instructions UK contact: Helpline: Email: Web: +44 (0)1553 811000 support@maxview.co.uk www.maxview.co.
Contents: Introduction Proper use & operation Safety precautions Application example Product contents Required tools and equipment Selecting an installation location Attaching Antenna Mount Plate and LNB Park Plate Attaching Antenna Unit to Mount Plate 2 2 3 4 4 4 5 6 7 Installing cables 8 Installing Handle 9 Attaching Satellite Dish to Unit 12 Finding a satellite 13 Start a search 13 Lowering antenna 15 Skew adjustment 16 Warranty 17 Specifications 18 Quick reference table 19 Sa
Safety precautions: Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your satellite antenna. Understand its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Maxview declines all responsibility in the event of incident or accident if they are due to a non observation of the installation instructions or the way the product is used.
Application example: A B Product contents: > Antenna Unit > Handle Assembly > 65/85cm Antenna (separate carton) > Accessory Pack > LNB Park Plate > No.10 Screws for plastic (small) > M4 Screws for Plastic > Cable Clips > M6 Button Head Screw > M6 Locking Nut x1 x 10 x5 x 12 x4 x4 > 6mm Plastic Washer > Aluminium 20mm Tube > Steel 4mm Spindle > Self Adhesive Zone Map > Compass > M5 Washers x4 x1 x1 x1 x1 x2 Required tools and equipment (not supplied): > 32mm hole saw > 2.
Selecting an installation location: Positioning the Antenna Unit and the Handle Assembly Decide where you wish to mount your satellite system, taking into account obstacles both on the roof and inside the vehicle. The system MUST be pointing towards the rear of the vehicle > Check for obstructions such as roof lights and vents. > Check for electrical cables beneath screw fixing points. > Check the ‘F’ cables will reach satellite receiver (Maxview can supply extended cables).
Attaching Antenna Mount Plate & LNB Park Plate: 1. Remove antenna unit from wooden transit packaging 2. Remove mounting plate from Antenna Unit by removing 6 x M6 nuts using 10mm spanner 3. Clean roof, Mounting Plate and LNB Park Plate in accordance with adhesive manufacturer’s guidelines 4. Mark a centre line for the antenna making sure dish will not overhang vehicle 5. Align notches on plate with centre line 6. Mark the position of 6 screw fixing holes and centre hole 7.
x No. 10 screws (large) 11. Place a small amount of adhesive into each pilot hole before screwing plate to roof. 12. Wipe off excess adhesive with a cloth. Note: > Follow manufacturer’s instructions when applying adhesive. Do not travel until adhesive has cured noting that curing times vary with weather conditions. > Take care when working at heights. Always follow ladder manufacturer’s safety advice. > Use creeper boards where necessary to ensure roof construction can support your weight.
Installing cables: 1. Check there are no hidden cables in the roof structure and that the hole location is clear of obstructions both internally and externally. 2. See below for Cable Entry Cover instructions Application example: Use extra Cable Entry Cover to route 2nd Sat feed to a different location. Available to order from Maxview MXL018 Note: LNB image shows different model.
Installing the handle: Note: LNB image shows different model. 1. Push the aluminium tube into the plastic coupler and insert into the antenna unit through the hole in the ceiling With the plastic coupler pushed up tight to the ceiling, mark the aluminium tube along all four sides.
40mm 2. Cut the 20mm square tube with a hacksaw. Make the cut so that the line is left on the discarded part of the tube. 3. Now mark and cut the 4mm spindle so that it is 40mm longer than the tube. 4. With the Coupler Bush aligned to the rear of the vehicle insert the Tube and Coupler Bush through the ceiling hole and into the antenna unit.
5. Place the Base Plate over the Coupler Bush. Point the arrow to the rear of the vehicle. Mark the four fixing holes. Drill four 2.5mm pilot holes or use a bradawl. With four No.10 screws fix the Base Plate to the ceiling. Rear of vehicle 6. Take the Dish Direction Unit and turn the azimuth lock lever to the red position to release the brake. Locate the Dish Direction onto the Coupler Bush and use three M4 screws fix it in place.
Attaching the Satellite Dish to the Antenna Unit 1. Ensure Antenna Unit is free from obstacles. 2. Turn the azimuth lock lever to the green position (locked for travel) 3.
Finding a Satellite Before starting check there is a clear line of sight to the southern sky. All television broadcasting satellites have a geostationary orbit which means their location is fixed above the earth’s equator. Satellites also have a limited range of transmission so use the Zone maps included in the appendix to check your location is suitable for reception.
5. Now Turn the Azimuth Lock Lever to the RED position to disengage the brake and turn Dish Direction Unit to a South Easterly direction as indicated by the compass. 6. Slowly scan from South East to South whilst checking for a picture on the Television. 7. If no satellite is found adjust the elevation by 2 degrees and repeat the scan. SE S Unlock Azimuth Lock Rotate Dish Direction Unit 8.
Lowering antenna: Align Dish Direction Pointer to Base plate Antenna Down Arrows align for travel Elevation home position Lock Azimuth Lock 1. Rotate the Dish Direction Unit until it aligns with the Base Plate and Lock Azimuth (green). 2. Lower the antenna by rotating the Elevation Handle anti-clockwise (approximately 25 turns from 25 degrees until you see home position in the window).
Astra 2 - 28.2° Skew adjustment: Skew adjustment is required when signal strength is weak at the limit of a given satellites’ reception area. It involves adjusting the angle of the LNB on the roof mounted antenna unit. Caution: Follow general safety advice on page 3 when adjusting Antenna Unit. + - Note: LNB image shows different model. Astra 1 - 19.
3 year guarantee: Every new Crank Up system is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory and is covered by our three years guarantee from the date of original purchase. Maxview is responsible for the cost of a replacement part if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of guarantee. The customer is responsible for the cost of replacement parts after three years. This guarantee does not cover installation or external wiring.
Specifications: Operating: Low stream line profile, only 17cm in park position Power: Powering: Manual operation no power required System: Elevation Range: Azimuth Range: Skew Angle: Cable Type: UV Protection: Testing: 10º to 70º 380º ±45º CAI approved 100 coaxial cable All external plastic parts are UV stabilised Fully weatherproof and watertight construction System has passed extensive water ingress test LNB: Type: Output: Typical Gain: Frequency Range: Arm Cable: High Quality 0.
Quick reference table: Your locations - Add your favourite locations for quick reference for future use Satellite Location Astra 28.
