Thank You..for purchasing this product, we trust that you will get many years of enjoyment from it. Should you have any difficulty using your Precision please contact our friendly Customer Helpline on +44 (0)1553 811000. Please retain these instructions for future reference. Contents Pack Contents Using Your Sat Finder...
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Tools Required > Power Drill > Suitable drill bit *Recommended by Maxview: > Phillips Screwdriver > Surface Cleaning Equipment Sikaflex – 512 Caravan, > Weather Resistant Flexible Adhesive* > Pen/Pencil Geocel Geobond HM, > Adhesive Applicator Gun Sikaflex – 252 Dish Assembly Before you use your Precision you will need to attach the dish to the bracket.
Get To Know Your Precision Waterways Kit Note: Designed for stationary use only. Remove from mount when boat is moving. A. Elevation Map E. Elevation Adjustment Knob Shows correct elevation for your area Turn to adjust elevation angle B. Integrated Sat Finder F.
Installing Your Precision Waterways Mount 1. Locating your mount 60cm 90° Roof We strongly recommend mounting on the The mount should be in a location where a full centre line of your boat. For correct performance, 360° rotation can be achieved without any the nylon mount must be vertical.
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Using mechanical fixings (recommended if travelling before flexible adhesive has properly cured). a. Mark out pilot holes. b. Drill with suitable drill bit. c. Use self-tapping screws (use screws provided or source own) to secure plate to surface. 2B. Fixing To A Curved Roof Diagrams show examples of curved roofs.
Removing The Nylon Mount From The Base If you find the mount obtrusive, then Nylon part has been designed for easy removal from the metal plate. Remove the 3 Screws* holding the two parts together as highlighted in the image above. This will free the Nylon mount from the plate.
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° ° Use the elevation map to determine the required angle for your location. Set the dish to this angle using the elevation knob and indicator. ASTRA 2 Slowly rotate your dish from left to right through Once satellite is located, lock off the rotation the zone (see page 12) until the correct satellite is by turning Azimuth lock knob.
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Line Of Sight Note: The system is for stationary use only. Please remove when boat is moving � IMPORTANT Do not block the antenna’s line of sight to satellites in the southern sky at any time. Make sure your dish has clear line of sight avoiding, buildings, bridges, trees and any other close by obstacles. Dish Removal Dish Storage For easy handling the holdall has been designed to...
Connecting Your Precision Waterways Main TV LNB 1 LNB 2 A. Single LNB B. Twin LNB - Only available on models MXL024/55TWIN Note: A twin LNB system can also be connected to 2 receivers. Or 2 TV’s with in-built satellite tuners. Signal Strength Meter On SKY®...
Using Your Sat Finder Your Sat Finder is used to help you locate and find the best signal quality received from satellites. Using the integrated sat finder. Tune the sat finder by turning the knob fully anti-clockwise and then slowly clockwise until a deep tone is heard and until 2-3 red LEDs are lit.
Satellite Azimuth Alignment Guide Use this general guide to help determine the direction your desired satellite is located in the Southerly zone. Astra 2 Adjusting LNB Skew Skew can be adjusted to maximise signal in fringe areas. Align Skew angle indication with arrow point or split line (highlighted in red).
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Skew Map Elevation Map Use the elevation map to find the required elevation for your area...
Glossary Of Terms Elevation The angle between the earth’s surface and a particular satellite at a given reception point. This is the vertical angle adjustment of your dish. The elevation angle increases the closer you travel towards the equator. Azimuth The angle between true north and a particular satellite.
Fault Finding Remember, to receive a clear satellite reception and picture, the dish must have the correct vertical (elevation) and horizontal (azimuth) alignment. 1. I don’t want to use the Sat Finder, can I turn it off? Simply turn the knob fully to the left. Your sat finder will now be silent and just a green light will be illuminated.
Anthracite (B2020/A) Single Cable entry cover for your canal boat. This option is ideal for keeping your cables tidy and giving a neat waterproof cable entry into your boat. Sold Separately. Visit www.maxview.co.uk for further information. Anthracite White Application example.
Maxview is responsible for the cost of a replacement part if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of guarantee. The customer is responsible for the cost of replacement parts after two years.
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UK contact: Helpline: +44 (0)1553 811000 Email: support@maxview.co.uk Web: www.maxview.co.uk Maxview reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice MXL024INS Iss 2...
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