NOMAD UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER USER INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL The NOMAD Universal Controller gives all new meaning to the word simplicity with its easy one step process this revolutionary product will bring satellite TV technology to new heights. Table of Contents: NOMAD Bill of Materials (Packaged Components).…………….. 2 NOMAD Specifications….……………………………………….. 2 Using the NOMAD Universal Controller First Time Installation……………………………….. 3, 4 Test Dish Functions………………………………….
NOMAD Universal Controller Bill of Materials: The NOMAD Universal Controller Systems (when shipped with a mount of choice) are shipped with the following components: Components shipped with NOMAD Controller: - NOMAD Universal Controller - 12 VDC 4 AMP Power Supply - NOMAD Universal Controller User Manual Components shipped with your mount of choice: - 30’ Control Cable - 30’ Coax Cable NOMAD Universal Controller Specifications: - 10 7/8” Wide by 9 ¾” Deep by 1 1/16” Height Voltage Requirements: 12VDC 4 AM
Using the NOMAD Universal Controller ● Dish Pro 500 (300,500,800) Series Receiver(s) are a required component when using the Model MD500. First Time Installation: 1- Plug in all necessary cable connections to the back of the NOMAD (see pg 6). Note: Plugging the receiver and NOMAD controller into an independent power strip is recommended. 2- Connect coax from NOMAD to Mount. (Labeled “To Nomad) 3- Set the dip switches to match your specific mount model whether it is a Skewable or Non-Skewable (see pg.
The purpose of the “MANDATORY” test dish: A- Automatically determines if the non-skewable mount is a Dome or Open Face dish. (See pg 8, 9 for “specific” dish switch settings) B- Checks to ensure proper working order of all (Elevation, Azimuth, Skew) motor functions.
Dish Services and their Assigned Satellites 1. 2. 3. 4. Dish Network – Can use satellite(s) 119 & 110 DirecTV – Can use satellite(s) 101, 110 & 119 Bell ExpressVu – Can use satellite(s) 91 & 82 Star Choice – Can use satellite(s) 107 & 111 REPEAK – Skewable Mounts ONLY - Pressing the Find button, when “on satellite” and the signal strength shows weakness, will re-peak the dish for a higher signal quality when using the twin LNB skewable dish model(s) MD500 or triple LNB MDHDTV ONLY.
NOMAD UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER “REAR” PANEL On/Off Switch Power Connector Control Connector Dip Switch From Dish To Satellite Receiver Satellite IN Serial Port Power Switch: Depressed, the “1” indicates the controller is in the “ON” position. Depressed, the “0” indicates the controller is in the “OFF” position. Power Supply Interface: Is used to connect the 12 VDC 4 AMP power supply to provide power to the NOMAD Universal Controller.
Control Cable Interface: Connects the mount by way of a 9 pin conductor cable to the NOMAD Universal Controller. The cable is color coordinated for exact connection configuration. (See Figure Below) Wiring to 9 Pin Control Connector Black-Brown-Red-Orange-Yellow-Green-Blue-White-Purple (Purple is only used on Skewable Mounts, and not required on Non-Skewable Mounts) Serial Port: Used to provide software upgrades. From Dish: Coax connection from the dish to the NOMAD Universal Controller.
Dish Services: Options & Configuration 8
Dipswitch Operation: Options & Configuration 9
TROUBLESHOOTING “CAUTION” – The dish needs to be STOWED and the Power Switch has to be in the OFF position before switching any of the dip switches. LED ERROR CODES - Probable Cause and/or Resolution: NOMAD Universal Controller Error Code Matrix LED Lights Flashing Power X X X X X X X X X Peak Lock Find X X X X X X X X X X X X Cause of Error Stow X Invalid Dip Switch. Skewable vs Non-Skewable mount Invalid Network ID Motor time out. No counts with Azimuth motor.
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Coax cables reversed on NOMAD Satellite signal too strong Could not find main satellite after skewing dish Invalid Dip Switch, Improper identification of Dome or Skewable mount Motor Time Out. No counts on Elevation motor. Motor Time Out. No counts on Skew motor.
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Special Notes Stowing the dish when all else fails. If you are able to go onto the roof 1. Unplug the “Green” 9 pin connector from the back of the NOMAD. 2. Go to the roof where you can apply a slight amount of force to move the dish into an acceptable position for traveling. 3. Call Tech Support when you get to a location that you can perform trouble shooting.
RAIN FAID ON DOME SYSTEMS Read all about it…………. Subject: Rain fade on Domed (Covered) Systems What is rain fade? Rain fade is signal degradation due to the interference of rain droplets. Rain can affect performance as well as heavy water content thunder clouds. Satellite frequencies have a great deal to do with degradation.
WHITE::PAPER 4.11.05 DUAL RECEIVER DIAGRAM FOR THE MD500 This diagram shows a setup of equipment for using a MD500 with dual receivers or a PVR receiver.