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Kathrein MobiSet 3 Twin CAP 750 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Translation of the original CAP 750 operating manual English MobiSet 3 Twin CAP 750...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents General Scope of Delivery Intended Use Safety Instructions and General Guidelines Installation and Connection Installing and Connecting the Turntable 5.1.1 Required Tools and Equipment 5.1.2 Unpacking and Preparing 5.1.3 Selecting the Installation Location 5.1.4 Installing the Cable Gland and Mounting Plate 5.1.5 Possibilities of the Turntable Installation 5.1.6...
  • Page 3 Operating Instructions CAP 750 13.1 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines 13.2 Installing the CAP Converter 13.3 Change of Location 13.4 Operating the Turntable Using the External Push-button 13.4.1 Starting the Turntable 13.4.2 Moving the Turntable to the Park Position 13.4.3 Resetting the CAP System 13.5 Updating Software and Channel List 13.5.1...

  • Page 4: General

    Para obtener la versión española de nuestro manual de instalación, contacte nuestros representantes en su país bajela de nuestra página de internet https://www.kathrein.com/en/company/kathrein-worldwide/ http://www.kathrein.de/qr/en/sat Company address and accredited representative KATHREIN-Werke KG Anton Kathrein, Anton-Kathrein-Straße 1 – 3 Personally liable Managing Director of 83022 Rosenheim, Germany KATHREIN-Werke KG 4 of 56...

  • Page 5: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of Delivery ① Satellite dish 60 cm ② Twin LNB ③ Turntable with integral controls ④ CAP converter The MobiSet 3 CAP 750 consists of: ● turntable complete with control electronics, pre-assembled satellite dish and Twin LNB ● mounting plate ● complete cabling set: 1 x master coaxial cable , 3 m, marked in red, for connection to the CAP converter 1 x slave coaxial cable...

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    The MobiSet 3 CAP 750 is designed to receive digital TV and radio channels via satellite. The automatic positioner is intended to be used as a turntable for the Kathrein satellite dish. The turntable can be used to receive digital TV and radio signals in the frequency range from 10.70 to 12.75 GHz; the antenna cannot receive terrestrial signals (e.g.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions And General Guidelines

    Safety Instructions and General Guidelines DANGER Danger to life from electric shock when touching electrical installations! ► Maintain a minimum clearance of 1 m from all electrical devices. ► Disconnect the turntable and all the units connected to it from the power supply during installation/repairs/ dismantling.
  • Page 8 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines Proper Installation and Safety The system may be installed only by qualified specialist personnel! To prevent hazards during installation, operation or when driving on public highways, the instructions and information in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Proper installation and connection of the system are prerequisites for conformity with the corresponding standards.
  • Page 9 Cables WARNING Risk of fire! If the cables are tied with a wire or the like, it could cause fire. ► Remove the wire or the like. CAUTION Trip hazard due to cables! ► Lay cables in such a way that no one can tread on them or trip over them. NOTICE Risk of parasitic induction or interference emissions! An inappropriate cable or an extension cable can cause parasitic induction or interference emissions, thus...
  • Page 10 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines Using the cable core marked Ignition, the power supply cable is connected to the ignition current circuit. This way, the turntable has a function for automatic lowering of the antenna. The lowering takes place as soon as the vehicle ignition circuit is turned on.
  • Page 11 ● Using a software update of the xml file with satellites created on the computer by means of a USB stick. Ready-made config.xml files are available free of charge at www.kathrein.de/sat. 1. On a USB stick, create a kathrein folder with a capconverter subfolder. (Use lower case letters for folder names!) 2.

  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    Installation and Connection Installation and Connection Installing and Connecting the Turntable 5.1.1 Required Tools and Equipment ● Circular cutter, Ø 38 mm ● Cleaning agent ● Flat-bladed screwdriver for M5 screws ● Open-ended or ring spanners 10 and 11 mm across flats ●...

  • Page 13: Selecting The Installation Location

    5.1.3 Selecting the Installation Location Essentially, the cable lengths and components that are supplied allow you a free choice of installation location on your caravan or motor home. When selecting the installation location, take note of the following points: ► Before installation, find out whether the operating manual for your vehicle permits the fitting of non-vehicle-specific parts or what requirements need to be met in order to do so.
  • Page 14 Installation and Connection Direction of travel 75º Park position High neighbouring attach- ments on the roof may lead to shadowing! Area in which it is possible to install on the turntable up to a height of 230 mm (radius min. 566 mm) Recommended clearance (radius) min.

  • Page 15: Installing The Cable Gland And Mounting Plate

    5.1.4 Installing the Cable Gland and Mounting Plate If you have previously used a Kathrein HDM 140/141 jointed tripod mast or another mast with a diameter of 34 mm, you can continue using the existing through hole in the roof. Fig. A Fig. B ①...
  • Page 16 Installation and Connection sealed. This is done using the DEKAsyl MS adhesive sealant supplied, which is ideally suited for this purpose due to its broad range of adhesion. Please note the following points: – Before you start working with the DEKAsyl MS adhesive sealant, it is essential that you have carefully read through the safety data sheet for the DEKAsyl MS adhesive sealant and the technical data sheet in this installation manual! –...

  • Page 17: Possibilities Of The Turntable Installation

    – Secure the cable gland from inside the vehicle by tightening the ribbed nut supplied (Fig. A). – Note that the curing of the adhesive sealant depends on the ambient temperature and the humidity. The final strength is reached only after approx. 2 days. However, this need not restrict further installation work, since the mounting plate is held in place by the tightened screws.
  • Page 18 Installation and Connection Variant with External Cable Gland The external roof gland is arranged such that it forms a watertight enclosure on the vehicle roof around the point where the three cables projecting from the turntable are connected to the two extension cables within the interior of the vehicle, and where, if necessary, they can be disconnected, see Fig. F.

  • Page 19: Installing The Turntable

    5.1.6 Installing the Turntable The sequence of pictures shown below illustrates all the necessary installation steps that are required to install the turntable and the pre-assembled parabolic reflector on the roof of the vehicle. However, follow the other detailed instructions in this installation and operating manual! 1.

  • Page 20: Installing And Connecting The Cap Converter

    Installation and Connection 8. Place the mounting plate on the roof gland and secure it with 9. Screw the turntable onto the mounting plate using the the appropriate screws (choose screws according to thickness/ torque wrench. structure of roof). NOTICE Risk of material damage due to an inadmissible tightening torque! If the torque is too high,it can destroy the thread in the...
  • Page 21 Ventilation The heat generated within the CAP converter can be dissipated from all sides of the casing. When selecting the installation location, make sure that these sides are not obstructed or covered. If the unit is operated contin- uously with insufficient ventilation, this can negatively affect the length of its working life! 20 cm Maintain a clearance of at least 20 cm above and below...

  • Page 22: Preparing The Cap Converter For Installation

    Installation and Connection 5.2.2 Preparing the CAP Converter for Installation Removing the Blanking Plugs When the unit is delivered, the screw sockets are covered with blanking plugs. Push these out, using the screws supplied working upwards from below in the direction of arrow, see diagram on the right.

  • Page 23: Installing The Cap Converter On A Tv Set

    NOTICE Risk of malfunction or material damage due to overheating! If the CAP converter is attached to another electrical device, e.g. a TV set, the temperature rise of each unit in operation can affect the other, thus causing overheating. ► Before installing the CAP converter on another electrical device, check with the manufacturer of the device or in the documentation supplied with it whether this is permissible, and if so, what fittings (screws, etc.) are necessary or can be used.

  • Page 24: Installing The Cap Converter

    Installation and Connection 5.2.5 Installing the CAP Converter NOTICE Risk of material damage from applying too much force when tightening the screws! If you apply too much force when tightening the screws, you can damage the screw sockets and the CAP converter casing or any cables already attached to it.

  • Page 25: Laying The Cables And Connecting The Turntable

    5.2.6 Laying the Cables and Connecting the Turntable NOTICE Risk of damage to cables from sharp edges and chafing points! ► Do not lay cables across sharp edges. ► Protect cables against possible chafing points. 1. Connect the master coaxial cable (marked red) to the CAP converter and the slave coaxial cable to a second TV with a built-in receiver or a second receiver (if available).
  • Page 26 Installation and Connection 1. Before commencing the work, isolate the on-board power supply. To do so, move the master switch to the off posi- tion or disconnect the positive pole of the on-board power supply battery. 2. Connect the 12 V power supply cable to the 12 V =/2,5 A socket on the CAP converter. 3.

  • Page 27: Functional Instructions For Connection To The On-Board Power Supply

    UFZ 131 TV set 2 with a built-in satellite tuner TV set 1 with a built-in satellite tuner satellite receiver, e.g. UFS 946/CI+ satellite receiver, e.g. UFS 946/CI+ Available as accessories. For more information, go to www.kathrein.com. 27 of 56...

  • Page 28: Reception Range/Footprint

    Reception Range/Footprint Reception Range/Footprint The footprint is the reception area on the earth that a satellite covers with its transmission beam (spot), within which satellite reception is possible. The transmission power is at its greatest in the centre of this spot – it becomes progres- sively weaker moving outwards.

  • Page 29: Dismantling For Servicing

    ➯ The casing is watertight again. Address of the Service Centre Main factory repair centre Regional repair centre CSS Caravan-Sat-Service GmbH KATHREIN Sachsen GmbH Bahnhofstr. 110 Lindenstraße 3 83224 Grassau, Germany 09241 Mühlau, Germany Phone: 08641 6998427...

  • Page 30: Polarisation Setting

    Polarisation Setting Polarisation Setting About Polarisation Setting The LNB of the turntable is factory-set to the polarisation setting 0. In this position you can still receive signals from satellites with deviations of 15° to 20° . For differences greater than this, it is best to rotate the LNB and set the neces- sary polarisation angle.
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  • Page 32: Safety Instructions

    Polarisation Setting Safety Instructions WARNING ► Follow general safety instructions; see Safety Instructions and General Guidelines, p. 7. NOTICE Risk of material damage due to obstacles in the range of rotation or incorrect setting! ► Make sure that there are no obstacles in the CAP system range of rotation. ►...
  • Page 33 View after installation +45° View after installation –45° 33 of 56...

  • Page 34: Manually Lowering The Antenna To Park Position

    Manually Lowering the Antenna to Park Position Manually Lowering the Antenna to Park Position NOTICE Risk of material damage due to a defect in the electronic controls! If there is a defect in the electronic controls, the antenna cannot lower to the park position automatically. After some disassembly work, the satellite dish can be put to the park position manually.

  • Page 35: Manual Lowering

    Manual Lowering 1. Using a narrow flat-bladed screwdriver, lever the plastic cap in the centre of the axis (see the arrow in the figure on the left). ➯ You can see an M8 hexagon head screw (WAF 13 mm). 2. Remove the M8 hexagon head screw using a socket wrench (WAF 13 mm).

  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data 10.1 Dimensions (in mm) Direction of travel 118.3 118.3 Mounting plate 36 of 56...
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  • Page 38: Technical Data

    Technical Data 10.2 Technical Data Type Unit CAP 750 Order no. 20310023 2 switchable outputs: V/H (14/18 V) Low/High (0/22 kHz) Supply voltage LNB Vertical: 11.5 – 14 Horizontal: 16 – 19 Input frequency 10.70 – 12.75 Output frequency 950 – 1950/1100 – 2150 Oscillator frequency (L. O.) 9.75/10.60 System quality (G/T) at 11.3/12.5 GHz dB/K 13.4/13.7 Power supply (vehicle battery)

  • Page 39: Dekasyl Ms Safety Data Sheet

    DEKAsyl MS Safety Data Sheet Page 1/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking · 1.1 Product identifier · Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 ·...
  • Page 40 DEKAsyl MS Safety Data Sheet Page 2/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 1) EC number: 907-495-0 Reaction mass of Octadecanamide, 12-hydroxy-N-[2-[(1-oxodecyl) 1-<5% Reg.nr.: 01-2119545465-35 amino]ethyl]- and N,N'-ethane-1,2-diylbis(12-hydroxyoctadecan-1- amide) and Decanamide, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis- Aquatic Chronic 3, H412...
  • Page 41 Page 3/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 2) See Section 13 for disposal information. SECTION 7: Handling and storage · 7.1 Precautions for safe handling No special measures required.
  • Page 42 DEKAsyl MS Safety Data Sheet Page 4/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 3) · pH-value: Not determined. · Change in condition Melting point/Melting range: Undetermined.
  • Page 43 Page 5/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 4) · Primary irritant effect: · on the skin: No irritant effect. · on the eye: No irritating effect. ·...
  • Page 44 DEKAsyl MS Safety Data Sheet Page 6/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 5) · 14.5 Environmental hazards: · Marine pollutant: · 14.6 Special precautions for user Not applicable.
  • Page 45 Page 7/7 Safety data sheet according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31 Printing date 29.05.2015 Version number 13 Revision: 29.05.2015 Trade name: Dekasyl MS-5 (Contd. of page 6) ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent Flam.

  • Page 46: Dekysyl Ms Technical Data Sheet

    DEKYsyl MS Technical Data Sheet DEKYsyl MS Technical Data Sheet TECHNICAL DATA SHEET DEKASYL MS-5 HIGH TACK ADHESIVE & SEALANT PRODUCT Dekasyl MS-5 is a MS Polymer based adhesive with a high green strength and is suitable for making elastic constructive joints. Due to its high green strength clamping times can often be reduced or clamps are not needed anymore.
  • Page 47 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET TECHNICAL DATA Basic material : MS Polymer Curing method : moisture Specific density (20°C) : ca. 1.4 kg/liter Skin forming time (20°C/50% R.H.) : ca. 12 min. Open time (20°C/50%R.H.) : < 15 min. Curing speed after 24 hrs (20°C/50%R.H.) : ca.

  • Page 48: Operating Instructions Cap 750

    If, despite studying these operating instructions, you still have questions about getting started with the unit or using it correctly, or if unexpected problems occur, please contact your specialist dealer. The Kathrein Technical Customer Support is also at your disposal at +49 731 27090970. 48 of 56...

  • Page 49: Safety Instructions And General Guidelines

    13.1 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines In the following operating manual we assume that the CAP converter and the turntable have been properly installed and connected, as described in Chapter 4, p. 7 and Chapter 5, p. 12. If you have not yet done so, read the safety instructions at the beginning of this manual and follow them when handling the CAP converter and the turntable! Before setting up your satellite system, make sure that the location allows a free view to the satellite positions to the south and is not shadowed by trees or other obstructions.

  • Page 50: Installing The Cap Converter

    Operating Instructions CAP 750 13.2 Installing the CAP Converter ✔ The master coaxial cable is connected to the IF INPUT ② socket; see 5.2.6, p. 25. , connect the TV to the IF OUTPUT ① socket. 1. Using the coaxial cable NOTICE Risk of material damage! ►...

  • Page 51: Operating The Turntable Using The External Push-Button

    13.5.1 Updating the Channel List ✔ An FAT 32 formatted USB storage device is available. 1. On the USB, create a kathrein folder with a capconverter subfolder. ▶ Service. 2. Download a channel.xml file with an up-to-date channel list from www.kathrein.com...

  • Page 52: Led Status Indicator On The Cap Converter/External Push-Button

    Operating Instructions CAP 750 13.6 LED Status Indicator on the CAP Converter/ External Push-button Function Signal Description colour LED flashes 1 x for 0.5 second, then stops for 2 seconds No connection to CAP LED flashes 2 x for 0.5 second, then stops for 2 seconds Satellite not found LED flashes 3 x for 0.5 second, then stops for 2 seconds Ignition is active...

  • Page 53: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity 53 of 56...

  • Page 54: Waste Disposal

    Waste Disposal Waste Disposal Electronic equipment Electronic equipment is not domestic waste – in accordance with directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL dated 27th January 2003 concerning used electrical and electronic appliances, it must be disposed of properly. At the end of its service life, take this unit for disposal at a designated public collec- tion point.
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  • Page 56 | sat@kathrein.de 936.5007/-/VMPT/1015/GB | Subject to change. KATHREIN-Werke KG, Anton-Kathrein-Straße 1-3, 83022 Rosenheim, Germany, Phone +49 8031 184-0, Fax +49 8031 184-52360...

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