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TracVision M3DX Special Instructions Manual

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Download this manual See also: User Manual, Installation Manual
IMPORTANT! Special Instructions for the
TracVision M3DX Conversion System
You have purchased a special TracVision
that can be configured for either circular or linear satellite signals.
These instructions explain how to configure the system for your
desired satellite(s). For example, if you travel from the U.S. to Mexico,
refer to these instructions to convert the system from a circular
configuration to a linear configuration.
IMPORTANT!
To configure the system for circular signals, you will need to wire
the system differently from the wiring diagrams shown in the
Installation Guide and User's Guide. Your conversion system comes
with a linear interface box, which gives you the flexibility to
simply add a destacker for circular use. Be sure to read these
special instructions for complete details.
Tools Required
•
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver
•
7/16" open-end wrench

Table of Contents

Overview of Circular and Linear Configurations..........................................2
Configuring for Circular Signals, Out of the Box .........................................3
Converting from Circular to Linear..............................................................4
Converting from Linear to Circular............................................................10
Modified Wiring Diagrams for Circular Signals .........................................15
Wiring Diagram for Linear Signals ............................................................16
54-0390 Rev. B
TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions
(01-0279-05)
®
M3DX conversion system
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions IMPORTANT! Special Instructions for the TracVision M3DX Conversion System (01-0279-05) You have purchased a special TracVision ® M3DX conversion system that can be configured for either circular or linear satellite signals. These instructions explain how to configure the system for your desired satellite(s).

  • Page 2: Overview Of Circular And Linear Configurations

    TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions Overview of Circular and Linear Configurations The diagram below illustrates the differences between circular and linear configurations using the conversion system. Figure 1 Circular and Linear Configurations Circular Configuration Linear Configuration (Out of the Box)

  • Page 3: Configuring For Circular Signals, Out Of The Box

    (Valid for DIRECTV , DISH Network , and ExpressVu services) Your TracVision M3DX antenna comes preconfigured for circular signals using a linear interface box. All you need to do differently from a standard circular system installation is connect the supplied destacker between the linear interface box and your satellite TV receiver, as shown in the wiring diagram below.

  • Page 4: Converting From Circular To Linear

    1. Turn off and unplug your satellite TV receiver, if it is connected to the TracVision system. 2. Press the Power switch on the front of the TracVision interface box to turn off the TracVision system. Make sure the VOLTAGE light goes out.
  • Page 5 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 5. Remove the four #8 Phillips screws securing the feed tube to the reflector. Remove the feed tube and set it aside in a safe place. Figure 4 Feed Tube Reflector Feed Tube #8 Screw (1 of 8) 6.
  • Page 6 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 8. Remove the four remaining #8 Phillips screws securing the gyro bracket and LNB to the reflector. Save the circular LNB for future use. 9. Place the gyro bracket and linear choke feed against the reflector as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 7 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 11. Attach the feed tube to the reflector, gyro bracket, and choke feed using the four long (3/4") #8 Phillips screws. Hand-tighten the screws (see Figure 4 on page 5). 12. Tighten all eight screws evenly in an alternating manner to prevent cross-threading.
  • Page 8 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 15. Connect the RF cable to the LNB. Hand-tighten, then tighten with a 7/16" wrench for 1/4 turn. Figure 10 Connecting the RF Cable to the LNB RF Cable Tie-wrap 16. Using a tie-wrap, secure the RF cable to the LNB body.
  • Page 9 No destacker is necessary. 19. Plug in and turn on your satellite TV receiver. 20. Press the Power switch on the front of the TracVision interface box to turn on the TracVision system. 21. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4 of the User’s Guide (Linear Configuration) to set up the TracVision system for your desired satellites and set the LNB skew angle.

  • Page 10: Converting From Linear To Circular

    1. Turn off and unplug your satellite TV receiver, if it is connected to the TracVision system. 2. Press the Power switch on the front of the TracVision interface box to turn off the TracVision system. Make sure the VOLTAGE light goes out.
  • Page 11 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 5. Remove the four #8 Phillips screws securing the feed tube to the reflector. Remove the feed tube and set it aside in a safe place. Figure 14 Feed Tube Reflector Feed Tube #8 Screw (1 of 8) 6.
  • Page 12 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 7. Cut the tie-wrap securing the RF cable to the LNB (see Figure 15 on page 11). Be careful not to cut the RF cable while you are cutting the tie-wrap. 8. Remove the four remaining #8 Phillips screws securing the gyro bracket and LNB choke feed to the reflector.
  • Page 13 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 11. Attach the feed tube to the reflector, gyro bracket, and LNB using the four longer (3/4") #8 Phillips screws. Hand-tighten the screws (see Figure 14 on page 11). 12. Tighten all eight screws evenly in an alternating manner to prevent cross-threading.
  • Page 14 TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions 15. Using your finger or a non-metallic tool, set the voltage switch on the circuit board fully to the RIGHT to the “Circular 8V” position. Figure 19 Voltage Switch on Circuit Board Voltage Switch Figure 20 Voltage Switch, Close-up 16.

  • Page 15: Modified Wiring Diagrams For Circular Signals

    Modified Wiring Diagram for Circular Signals (Valid for DIRECTV, DISH Network, and ExpressVu services) Your TracVision conversion system includes a special linear interface box that offers the flexibility to be used in either a circular or linear configuration. For circular configurations, you will need to install a destacker between the interface box and your receiver.

  • Page 16: Wiring Diagram For Linear Signals

    TracVision M3DX Conversion System Instructions Wiring Diagram for Linear Signals (Valid for Sky Mexico service) The wiring for a linear configuration remains the same as presented in the User’s Guide. No destacker is required. Wiring One Standard Linear (Sky Mexico) Receiver...