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- Page 1 TM Mobile Satellite TV Antenna With FastFind Remote Installation and Operating Manual Made in the USA ...
- Page 2 1. INTRODUCTION and BACKGROUND.......... 3 2. COMPENT OVERVIEW and SPECIFICATIONS......... 4 3. INSTALLATION ................ 57 4. OPERATION .................. 8 6. TROUBLESHOOTING ................ 9 7. MAINTENANCE .................. 9 8. LIMITED WARRANTY ................ 9 Vu Qube V10_02 2 ...
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Page 3: Technical Support
· Installation diagrams and instructions · Operating Instructions · The Satellite Broadcast Market is changing and expanding. The information in this manual was accurate at the time of printing. If the Vu Qube does not operate as shown in this manual, please call Wallace Technologies at 18668022228 or email us at info@vuqube.com. Technical Support Phone: (866) 8022228 Email: info@vuqube.com Web: www.vuqube.com We have also included a Laminated Quick Reference Card that we suggest you keep with the ... -
Page 4: Specifications
Vu Qube V10 Component Overview Vu Qube Antenna Manual Quick Reference Card Vu Qube FastFind Remote RG6 Coaxial Cable (20’) Mounting Kit (Purchased Separately) Kit shown is Model Number 31100 ***You will need to supply your own fasteners to attach the Vu Qube bracket to your vehicle. Depending on the Cab material, fasteners such as lag screws, well nuts, sheet metal screws, toggle bolts and T anchors may be used, and should always be used in combination with compatible sealant to environmentally seal the holes after installation.*** Items needed to watch TV Tools needed for installation Satellite TV service Drill and drill bits Satellite TV receiver Tape measure Television Screw drivers and Wrenches Adhesive sealant (compatible with vehicle material) Fasteners to secure Components and wiring SPECIFICATIONS Height: 17.5” Width: 16” Weight: 10.5 lbs Range: US/Southern Canada Compatibility: DirecTV, Dish Network, Bell ExpressVu, Freetoair receivers Operating Temp: May experience difficulty moving when temperatures are below 0°F Vu Qube V10_02 4 ... -
Page 5: Main Components
It is recommended to install the Vu Qube with a minimum of 4” of the top cover above · the highest point of the cab or air shield (Figure 1) and away from interfering objects like smoke stacks. · The power harness needs to be connected to a 12 volt power source. · The phonestyle connector needs to enter the cab so it can be plugged into the Vu Qube Controller. The coaxial cable needs to enter the Cab to be connected to the satellite receiver. · Figure 1. It is recommended to have a minimum of 4” of the VuQube above the highest point on the cab, including the air shield. It is also recommended to be as far away as possible from any object that may obstruct direct line of sight of the antenna to the southern sky. Such interfering items may include airconditioner units, logistic devices and brackets, beacons and smoke stacks. Mounting Location · Choose mounting position with least Be sure to mount with amount of obstruction (i.e. away minimum 4” above cab from smoke stack). · Make sure to have space to run coaxial cable. - Page 6 Installation Mounting bracket and selecting location to run wiring NOTE: Instructions for mounting the Vu Qube is illustrated using Mounting Bracket Kit part number 31100. This Mounting Bracket Kit and others were designed specifically to mount the Vu Qube to the back of a truck cab. Please contact Wallace Technologies, LLC (866 8022228) regarding other bracket options. 1) Select and mark both area on back of Cab to mount the bracket AND location to run coaxial from the Vu Qube to the inside if the Cab. Be sure at least 4” of Vu Qube is above the highest part of the roof so that adequate ·...
- Page 7 Installation Mounting Antenna to Bracket 1) Place Vu Qube on bracket · Wire connections from the Vu Qube (Figure 2) should be positioned toward the Cab (front of the vehicle) and to side where hole is drilled to run wires inside the cab. Figure 2. Face connections for wiring towards the back of the cab. Back of cab Coaxial Cable connection should face back of the cab. 2) Secure Vu Qube to bracket by fastening with Nuts provided. Be sure to tighten nuts adequately to ensure Vu Qube is securely in place. Wiring 1) Connect 20’ coaxial to Vu Qube. 2) Pass 20’ coaxial cable through hole previously drilled. 3) Connect coaxial cable from Vu Qube to SATELLITE IN port on Satellite Receiver. 4) Make sure Satellite Receiver is connected to TV per manufactures instructions. Vu Qube V10_02 7 ...
- Page 8 Vu Qube V10 Operation IMPORTANT! CLEAR LINE OF SIGHT for Vu Qube Antenna to the SOUTHERN · SKY REQUIRED. Physical obstruction (i.e., smokes stacks, buildings, trees, telephone poles, etc.) can block the satellite signal from reaching the antenna. Satellite TV and receiver technology are constantly changing. If you experience · difficulty contact (866) 8022228 Lockingon a Satellite NOTE: Satellite Receiver and TV MUST be ON 1. Determine Dish Elevation Options: Enter Zip Code in System Setup on receiver or Use Quick Reference Maps to estimate Elevation 2. Position Antenna to proper Elevation using Up/Down arrows on Vu Qube Remote. 37° 37° This number indicates Elevation 3. Go to the signal meter screen on TV. Choose transponder number: Dish Network #11 DirecTV #19 4. Rotate Antenna using Left/Right arrows on Vu Qube remote until signal appears on 37° 37° Signal Meter screen. Line moves to indicate Rotating Antenna 5. Fine tune and maximize signal using all 4 arrows. Satellite Position Memory TO STORE POSITION: Hold down either the Satellite 1 or Satellite 2 button for at least 2.5 seconds. The LCD will show “P1” or “P2” when button is released. TO RECALL POSITION: Hold down either the Satellite 1 or Satellite 2 button for less than 2.5 seconds. The LCD will “r1” or “r2”. ...
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Page 9: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you cannot lockon to the correct satellite, it is most likely that an object is blocking the signal. If this I the case, move the vehicle to have an unobstructed view of the southern sky. ERROR CODES Problem ACTION Remote is unable to send E0 Make sure RECEIVER is turned ON · commands to Antenna Make sure Coax from Antenna is · attached to Receiver · Move remote closer to Antenna Remote is unable to receive Move remote closer to Antenna E1 response from Antenna Miscommunication between Call Wallace Technologies @ 8668022228 E2 remote and antenna Maintenance The Vu Qube has been designed to be maintenance and trouble free. For optimum signal strength, keep the cover clean from dirt, bugs, and other debris. Periodic washing of the top ...