Satellite TV Nomad SD2 USER GUIDE Software Version 100 or higher ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 901-Nomad SD2 Manual Rev 4 Mar , ‘10
INDEX DEFINITIONS 3 FEATURES 4 Front Panel description Rear Panel description 5 6 OPERATION Memory Card Firmware Upgrade Log Files Error Messages Error Codes 7 8 8 9 9 10 PROGRAMMING (Configuration) Using the Front Panel Using the SD Card 11 12 ROOT DIRECTORY EXPLANATION 14 Mount Definition 15 Sensors 16 Wire Schematic 17 Limited Warranty 18 MotoSAT Technical Support 19 2
MOUNT ROTATIONAL DEFINITIONS ELEVATION AZIMUTH (Raising of the dish from the stowed position) (Rotation of the mount on the base plate) SKEW STOW (Rotating or tilting of the dish from side to side) (Travel Position) Installation Orientation REAR FRONT COMPONENT AND FUNCTIONAL DEFINITIONS Mount – Consisting of the dish and the mechanics to move the dish Nomad SD2 - Positioner, Controller or Control Box LNB – The device in front of the dish that receives the satellite signal Control Cable – The 9 con
FEATURES Your Nomad SD2 Controller has many features that make finding satellites easier. All of the manual pointing and identification of your satellite antenna are taken care of by the Nomad SD2. After your controller has been installed configured properly you have to only turn ON the POWER and push either FIND (to send your antenna into a search for the proper satellite(s)) or STOW to bring your antenna into the proper stowed position for traveling.
FRONT VIEW STOW FIND SD Card Status Indicators Power The Front Panel consists of three buttons; STOW, FIND and POWER. It also has 4 LED indicators; STOW, FIND, LNB and POWER. BUTTONS STOW: This button will return the dish to the “STOWED” position. It also works in conjunction with the FIND button to put the unit into “Test Dish Mode.” FIND: This button will start the Nomad SD2 searching for satellite. It also works in conjunction with the STOW button to put the unit into Test Dish mode.
REAR VIEW 12 VDC Control Cable To Receiver To Mount The Rear Panel consists of a MAIN POWER and CONTROL CABLE connector, TO RECEIVER and TO MOUNT F-Connectors. CONNECTIONS 12 VDC: This connector provides the +/- 12 volt DC input power to the controller. Control Cable: This connector sends +/- 12 volt DC power to the motors and receives positioning information from the dish To Receiver: This connector is connected to the Satellite Receiver (see label on the bottom of the Controller.
OPERATION The following is a basic operation of the Nomad SD2 Controller. POWER UP the Nomad After making all the proper connections of the Nomad SD2 into the system, simply turn on the power using the POWER button. The unit will initiate self test routines. This will take a few seconds. The FIND and STOW LED’s will illuminate during this time to perform a lamp test. If either one of these LED’s does not turn on during this time the unit should be repaired.
SD MEMORY CARD The system will operate properly with or without the memory card inserted. The card has two Functions. 1. Upgrading the latest firmware (obtained from www.motosat.com ) when it is placed into the Root Directory. 2. Create and record data which will aid in troubleshooting (LOGFILES.) This file is automatically created each time the system is stowed. The card is inserted by pushing the card into the slot until it clicks into place.
LOG FILES Log Files are a diagnostic tool for monitoring the system as it goes through its various routines. The Log Files are created in the Log Files directory folder which is located in the root directory. If there is not a Log Files directory folder, the Nomad SD2 will create one at initialization. The memory card must not be write-protected for Log Files to be created and stored. If it is write-protected the Nomad SD2 will ignore the card.
ERROR CODES Error Error Code Description Critical Error = ! (Factory action required) 0 NO ERROR 1 MOTOR, MOVING Normal Operation 2 INVALID MODE 1 Check Configuration 3 INVALID MODE 2 Check Configuration 4 MOTOR, TIMEOUT EL 5 MOTOR, TIMEOUT AZ Check sensors 6 MOTOR, TIMEOUT SK 7 LIMIT ERROR, EL Check for obstructions 8 LIMIT ERROR, AZ 9 LIMIT ERROR SK 10 TUNER FAILURE ! 11 AGC, NO LOCK ! 12 MAIN SAT ONLY FOUND Check for obstructions 13 MAIN SAT NOT FOUND 14 UNUSED 15 UNUSED 16 NO SATELLITES FOUND Check fo
PROGRAMMING NOMAD SD2 CONTROLLER Using the Front Panel (With Version 29 Software or greater) This process is only needed to be done once per installation. CAUTION!! Do not confuse this software with any earlier versions. If you have a NomadSD.dat file on your SD Card Remove it from the Root Directory FIRST. Failure to do so will cause your Configuration that is stored on the NomadSD.dat file to remove any programming that you may do through the front panel.
CONFIGURING To SET SERVICE TYPE (Pressing the FIND BUTTON will toggle through SERVICE TYPE.) • Slow Blink Rapid Blink The FIND LED indicates the Network ID (or SERVICE TYPE) selected.
PROGRAMMING NOMAD SD2 CONTROLLER Using the SD Card Note: This configuration process is limited to Microsoft PC’s. Sorry, no Mac’s at this time. To use your computer to configure your Nomad SD2 simply format the SD card to FAT32 and: 1. Select “START”, “ALL PROGRAMS”, “ACCESSORIES” and “Note Pad” on your computer. 2. Enter the Network Configuration number from the selection below and place it on the first line of the file. Just the Network Configuration number is all that you need.
EXPANATION SD Card Root Directory NomadSD.dat These two (2) files (.hex and .dat) are considered to be in the “root Directory” NOTE: The .hex file contains the operating program of the Nomad SD2 and once read it will be stored into the Nomad SD2 memory. The .dat file contains the information to let the Nomad SD2 know what type of mount it is attached to and what satellites the mount is supposed to find. Once read it will be stored into the Nomad SD2 memory.
MOUNT DEFINITION Motors and Sensors (Azimuth, Elevation) Mounting Plate Elevation Sensor Azimuth Sensor Mount (HD) Skew Motor and Sensor Skew Sensor LNB Arm (HD) When replacing a motor, improper handling can result in this…... Tape the motor gear housing together to prevent separation. Motors returned in this condition will be charged a fee.
SENSORS All Sensors for the television mounts utilize the same sensor. It can be used in the Azimuth, Elevation or Skew motor assemblies. 5 ½ threads Depth into the gearbox assembly is important. The lock nuts are in place to keep the sensor at the proper predetermined depth. A good rule of thumb is 5 ½ threads from the end of the sensor to the first nut. NOTE: 1. The depth of the sensor is common for all television motor assemblies. 2. Use care in handling the sensor.
Effective 23 April 2008 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW SYSTEMS PURCHASED AND INSTALLED THROUGH A CERTIFIED DEALER DETAILS BELOW MotoSAT designs and manufactures high quality equipment and makes every effort to insure that you are getting the most reliable product available. In the event your product should fail please follow the guidelines set below.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS XCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS • This warranty extends only to the Original purchaser and is not transferable • This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, misuse, abuse, neglect. • This warranty does not cover damage due to wind, lightning, power surges, fire, flood or any other act of nature.
MotoSAT factory certified dealers/installers may request RMA’s via Email and phone at there discretion with or without troubleshooting assistance understanding they are subject to same terms and conditions below. RMA’s have 3 designation subsets. 1. RA = Repair and Return: The customer sends in the defective part or product and we repair it in house and return it to them.
fees. Will you agree to these terms?” [Customers willing to agree to the terms will also receive the following script:] “To help avoid further charges and shipping costs, please ensure the RMA number I will provide you with is clearly marked on the outside of the package”. [Customers unwilling to agree to theses terms will be directed to follow the RA designation.] MISREPRESENTATIONS • MotoSAT has not authorized anyone to make representations or warranties other than the warranties contained herein.
Notes Date of Purchase________________ DD / MM / YY Installing Dealer __________________________________ Telephone Number ______/_____/_________ System Model Number ________________________ Serial Numbers ____________ ________________ Repairs ________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Version of Software Date ___________ Rev. No. ________ Date ___________ Rev. No.
For additional information at this time contact MotoSAT Technical Support @ 800-247-7486 The MotoSAT Technician will ask you 1. What is your of Mount “Type” (Skewable or Non-Skewable) 2. What “Service” do you subscribe to 3. If you feel that it is a Warranty problem then be sure that you have your system registered before you call else it will be treated as a nonwarranty situation. Thank you for your assistance, Your Friends at MotoSAT MotoSAT 1955 South Milestone Dr.
