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Installation, Satellite Information & Fault Finding Booklet 1 of 2 MXL028/50/65/85 Connect (all models) 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 9111420 Iss 3...
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Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Maxview declines all responsibility in the event of incident or accident if they are due to a non observation of the installation instructions or the way the product is used.
INSTALLATION Application Example A. Antenna The Antenna is mounted to the roof. It uses electric motors to scan for satellite signals. The single variant has 2 cable connections; 1 for controlling the motors and 1 satellite signal cable from the single LNB. The twin variant has 3 cable connections;...
> Check for electrical cables beneath screw fixing points > Check Antenna Unit cables will reach Control Box (Maxview can supply extended cables). > Do not allow the dish to overhang the edge of the vehicle > Clearance around antenna system when in use is shown with reference...
Mark the position of 6 screw fixing holes Mark position of LNB Park Plate Drill 6 x 2.5mm pilot holes into the roof 150mm 50cm (MXL028/50 all variants) 230mm 65cm (MXL028/65 all variants) 350mm 85cm (MXL028/85 all variants) Direction of travel...
Electrical Installation Whilst the adhesive is curing prepare the electrical connections for the Control Box. The Control Box requires a permanent 12V supply and a secondary 12V supply that provides power when the engine of the vehicle is running. Note: the brake light circuit is not suitable. It is recommended to create a new circuit direct to the battery using a minimum cable cross sectional area of 2.5mm and an inline fuse of 5A.
2nd cable to route 2nd Sat feed to a entry plate. different location. Available to order from Maxview MXL018 Direction of travel (front of vehicle) Note: To prevent trip hazards it is recommended that cables are concealed in PVCu conduit (not supplied) where access is required to the roof of the vehicle.
Installing Cable Entry Cover Cable Plan your installation carefully Drill a 32mmø hole in roof Prepare surface for adhesion Hole location Apply sealant as shown in A,B,C tabs (we recommend Sikaflex-512 Caravan)* Top hat Position top hat Position cable entry cover Wipe excess sealant with a dry cloth Vehicle roof Applying sealant example:...
Explain function of app and Control Box to customer. Date Fitted:..............Was a Software Update Required?: YES/NO Serial Number:............If Yes, Composer Version Number:......Control Box Number:..........Signed:............... Installer Name:............Maxview recommend the above is completed and signed off prior to hand over to the customer. Page 12...
If you have any further questions regarding manual or automatic skew adjustment, please contact Maxview Customer Services on +44 (0)1553 811000 or visit www.maxview.co.uk. Astra 2 - 28.2° Astra 1 - 19.2°...
FAULT FINDING On Screen Error Modes If your portable device is paired with the control box, error messages will be visible on the App. In any case, the error modes will also be visible on the control box. Elevation Error Azimuth Error Activated when the rotation Activated when the elevation...
Control Box Error modes: Solid red A. No SAT found. If searching and no satellite found the ‘flashing green’ LED will go solid RED After 5 seconds the dish will then move to park position. Flashes green Solid red B. No SAT found - system parked.
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All solid red D. Ignition mode parked. When system parked during ignition mode all the SAT LED’s stop flashing green and ALL 5 LED’s go solid RED. During Ignition mode ALL control buttons have no function (locked). Once ‘Ignition off’ last satellite found LED start to flash and ready to search (keys active again). Solid orange E.
Check fuse rating is 4A • Check antenna unit is not obstructed • Contact Maxview Customer Service +44 01553 811000 Antenna searching correctly but not locating a satellite • After 15 minutes of searching, the satellite dish will return to the park position.
Portable Connectivity Troubleshooting Unable to find device during set up • Ensure control box in turned on • Ensure device Bluetooth™ is switched on • Ensure you are within range of Control box. If you are unsure we suggest moving next to the control box No software found 1.
Connecting to a Satellite Receiver The satellite cables must connect to the Control Box. The Control Box will then output this signal through the F connector marked ‘RECEIVER’. In order for the satellite signal to pass through the Control Box the power must be Power Consumption The Connect has been designed to minimise power consumption.
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 three years.
Environment Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
Software Updates: Requires 3G, 4G or WIFI connection Maxview Ltd is a member of the Bluetooth™ special interest group. The Connect is licensed to use Bluetooth™ technology. CE Declaration of Conformity. The Connect Satellite Antenna has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with safety requirements of EEC Directive 2006/95/EEC (Low voltage) and requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EEC.
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