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MotoSAT Nomad 2 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NOMAD 2 UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER USER INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL The NOMAD 2 Universal Controller gives an all new meaning to the word simplicity with its easy one step process. This revolutionary product will bring satellite TV technology to new heights. NOMAD 2 Bill of Materials (Packaged Components)…………...…...

  • Page 3: Nomad 2 Bill Of Materials (Packaged Components)

    NOMAD 2 Universal Controller Bill of Materials: The NOMAD 2 Universal Controller Systems (when shipped with a mount of choice) are shipped with the following components: Components shipped with NOMAD 2 Controller: NOMAD 2 Universal Controller 12 VDC 4 AMP Power Supply...

  • Page 4: Using The Nomad 2 Universal Controller

    Model MD500. First Time Installation Plug in all necessary cable connections to the back of the NOMAD 2 (see diagram on pg. 8). Note: Plugging the receiver and NOMAD 2 controller into an independent power strip is recommended.

  • Page 5: Front Panel

    Open Face dish. B- Checks to ensure proper working order of all (Elevation, Azimuth, Skew) motor functions. NOMAD 2 UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER “FRONT” PANEL BUTTONS: FIND: (Find Satellite) Pressing the Find button will begin the dish “search” to locate and lock onto the “main”...

  • Page 6: Front Panel Leds

    Once the satellite has been identified, the Find LED will remain solid. (The Stow LED also blinks indicating motor movement.) If the Nomad 2 is locked onto a satellite with a skewable dish, pressing the “Find” button again will activate a re-peak routine which will verify the dish alignment to the satellite for optimum signal level for the skewable dishes (MD500 for Dish Network and MHDTV for DirecTV).

  • Page 7: Operation Procedures

    3. Pressing the FIND button while on satellite will initiate a ‘FIND NEXT SATELLITE’ routine. If the Mount Type is a NON-SKEWABLE FREEDOM (using the Nomad 2) 1. Turn ON Power. 2. If ON a Satellite when turning the Power ON, the system will search for the next available satellite in sequence.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    NOMAD 2 Universal Controller. (Note: Only use the power supply provided by MotoSAT or a power source known to have at least a 4 Amp min.) Control Cable Interface: Connects the mount by way of a 9 pin conductor cable to the NOMAD 2 Universal Controller.

  • Page 9: Nomad Visual Setup Diagram

    Serial Port: Used to provide software upgrades. From Dish: Coax connection from the dish to the NOMAD 2 Universal Controller. To Satellite “IN” on Receiver: Coax connection used to connect the NOMAD 2 Universal Controller to the satellite/LNB connection on the satellite receiver.

  • Page 10: Trouble Shooting And Error Codes

    “Test Dish” and press “Find” one more time before calling. MotoSAT Customer/Technical Service – (1-800-247-7486) - Available Mon- Fri 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. ● Please have your MotoSAT Model # and Satellite Receiver Brand prior to calling Customer/Technical Support. Technical Support...

  • Page 12: Important Notes For Dish Network

    The dish can be manipulated by applying 12 volt DC power to specific wires in the control cable located in the back of the NOMAD 2. The 12 Volts going to your NOMAD 2 controller (3 pin “green” connector) can be used as this source.

  • Page 13: Rain Fade Effect On Domes

    5. A bigger dish size and superior surface accuracy reduces rain fade problems. All domes on the market are susceptible to rain fade. MotoSAT’s Dome (aka Mini Dome) as well as the T2 AutoMotion are the two domed satellite television systems that have the lowest rain degradation on the market.

  • Page 14: Wiring Configuration

    * The Brown and Red wire perform a dual function when used on a Skewable (MD500/MHDTV) mount. They control the Skew motors when directed by the Nomad 2 Controller. Applying 12 volt power directly to these wires will skew the dish.

  • Page 15: System Configuration

    Satellite Mode Guide Dish Network, Bell Express Vu Modes and Dishes Use the “Find” and “Stow” Buttons to cycle through the various modes, press ‘Power’ to set the mode. DirecTV Modes and Dishes Use the ‘Find and ‘Stow’ buttons to cycle through the various modes, press ‘Power’ to Show Modes Dish Network Non-Skewable [Executive, Freedom] * Dish Network mode for non-skewable dishes.

  • Page 18: Nomad 2 Quick Guide

    Nomad 2 Quick Guide We have introduced an exciting new product, the Nomad 2. It has incorporated all the features that you (the dealer and consumer) have asked for. We are excited about it and know that you will be also. To help you become familiar with the programming, and to assist you in the first turn on, we are offering this Quick Guide to programming.

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