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CAP converter (F598 – digital satellite TV amplifier)
The CAP converter is the central control unit for controlling the turntable of the satellite aerial.
The CAP converter handles the communication and control of the satellite system. This enables fully automatic
alignment of the satellite aerial for receiving digital satellite signals.
It is attached to the retaining frame under the right front seat. The CAP converter is not an amplifier.
Connections
1 2
Key
1 Satellite signal output to the TV/satellite receiver and DiSEqC switching signal from the TV/satellite receiver for aligning
with different satellites.
2 Satellite signal input and control signals to the satellite aerial (master connection to the satellite aerial, red marking on
the connection cable)
3 Reset button
4 USB connection
5 RJ45 connector, Ethernet connector (not used)
6 RJ12 connector, Kathrein data line to CI bus converter
7 Status LED display of the operating status
8 On/Off switch (remains permanently in ON position)
9 Voltage supply for control unit for special vehicles J608
The status LED indicates the current status of the satellite system via permanent illumination or flashing in
different colours. The meanings of the displays in normal operation, in the event of an error or during updates are
described in detail in the manufacturer's operating instructions.
The USB port can be used to connect the UFZ 131 / UFZ 132 Wi-Fi adapter and to update software and
programme lists via USB flash drive. The current country-specific programme lists and software updates can be
downloaded from the Kathrein-ds website.
The procedures for updating programme lists and for software updates are described in the manufacturer's
operating instructions.
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