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OPERATION
STEP 1. Using a compass, determine which direction is North. It is recommended that
you step outside to perform this step. Standing in or near coach/RV can give you an
incorrect reading. The more accurately you determine North, the easier it will be to find the
satellite(s).
Directional Handle
Directional Handle
Pointer
FIGURE 5
STEP 2. Move rotation clamp to the LOCK position.
STEP 3. Rotate directional dial (see Figure 5) until the arrow is pointing North.
STEP 4. Unsnap elevation crank and turn (clockwise) in direction of "UP" arrow, about
14 - 15 turns or until some resistance is met.
STEP 5. Turn receiver ON, and access installation menus to determine antenna elevation
and direction/heading. See receiver owner manual for menu access instructions.
STEP 6. Move rotation clamp to the ROTATE position. Turn directional handle until pointer
on directional handle is pointing in direction indicated by the receiver. Example: If receiver
says point antenna at 145° then rotate directional handle so that pointer is pointing at 145
on the directional dial.
ELEVATION
14 - 16
17 - 19
20 - 22
23 - 26
27 - 29
30 - 32
33 - 36
37 - 39
40 - 43
44 - 46
47 - 50
51 - 53
54 - 57
58 - 60
61 - 64
65 - 67
TURNS CCW
NONE
o
1/2
o
1
o
1-1/2
2
o
2-1/2
o
3
o
3-1/2
o
4
o
4-1/2
o
5
o
5-1/2
o
o
6
6-1/2
o
7
o
7-1/2
o
Elevating Crank
Directional Dial
Rotation Clamp
STEP 7. Refer to table below and turn elevation crank
counter clockwise (CCW) the number of turns indicated
to get the elevation shown by the receiver. One full turn
equals approximately 7° of elevation change.
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Rev 7/97
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