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- Page 1 Operation and Installation Manual REV. 25.03.08 901FREEDOMOM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operation and Installation Manual Index Introduction ………………………………… 3 Specifications ……… …………………. 3 Dimensions …………………………... 3 Controller Views ………………………… 4 Installation ……………………………… 5 Dome ………………..……………… 5 Controller……………………………… 5 Cable Routing ………………………… 5 Configuration ……………………………… 6 Test Dish ………………………………….. 6 Operation …….…………………………….. 7 Single Satellite ……………………… 7 Dual Satellite…………………………… 7 Message Codes …………………………… 8 Wiring Table ……………………………….. 9 Rain Fade Issues …………………………… ... -
Page 3: Specifications
Operation and Installation Manual Congratulations on your purchase of the most advanced Stationary Automatic Domed Satellite Television System ever designed. The Freedom offers “TRUE” One button operation with no catches! Simply set the DIP Switches on the back of the Freedom to type of satellite service (satellite that you wish to find) and you are ready to find satellite and watch TV. The Freedom is designed for use when the RV is parked. This is not intended as an Inmotion (watch while driving) system. Let’s get started. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS · One Button Operation · Active LED (Status Indicators) · Set it and Forget it Dip Switch Configuration (Install Only) · Dish Network, DirecTV, and Bell ExpressVu ready · Automatic Dry Camp Mode (Always turns off after finding satellite) · True DVB Satellite Identification · Field Software Upgradeable · Simple Connections · Manufactured from aluminum parts with stainless steel hardware (rust proof) SYSTEM DIMENSIONS Dome Height 15 “ Diameter 29” Weight 29 lbs. Dual output LNB Cable output 1ea 9 Pin twist lock Control Cable ... - Page 4 Operation and Installation Manual ...
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Page 5: Installation
· Use supplied 9 conductor cable for dome to controller connection · If operating more that one receiver, run two (2) coax cables. CONTROLLER · Place the controller in a location that is accessible for ease of operation. · Always use the 110V AC to 12V DC 4 Amp Power Supply provided. · Firmly tighten (do not over tighten) all coax connectors to insure good connection. · Make sure that all screws are tight on the 9 pin green connector on the back of the controller. Wiring color code is on the bottom of the controller and on the green connector. · Check for any stray strands of wire which could cause a short. CABLE ROUTING Control Cable · From the Dome to the back of the Freedom Controller Coax Cable (RG6) · The system will not perform a search for the satellite without a coax connected to the Controller. First Coax (RG6) · From the Dome to the back of the Freedom Controller · From the Freedom Controller to the Satellite Receiver (sat in) · From the Satellite Receiver to an optional Distribution switch to the TV or… · From the Satellite Receiver to the TV Optional Second Coax (RG6) (not supplied) nd nd · From the second (2 ... -
Page 6: Configuration
0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 Dual Mode Show mode 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Dish will run constant cycles* * Coax connection from the Controller to the mount is required. Test Dish Test Dish, Is a function that tests the AZ and EL maximum limits, this function is only necessary on the initial install or during trouble shooting, Before performing a test dish Make sure that all connections to the Freedom are secured and correct. Connect the +12 Volt Power Supply to the Freedom Controller, then press the “Satellite” button. · With the 1 dip switch is up the Freedom system will perform a test dish before each satellite search (We suggested that after initial test dish, put the 1 switch down for normal operation) · With the 1 switch down the Freedom system will go into a satellite search pattern without performing a test dish The Active LED will begin to blink for 1 to 2 minutes while the dish runs through a functional check. · If the dish passes the Active LED will shut off and the Freedom Controller is ready for use. Simply press the “Satellite” button to find satellite. · If the dish fails – the Active LED will blink a series of blinks indicating a specific error. Count the number of blinks and refer to Message Codes on page 8. Correct the issue and ... -
Page 7: Operation
Operation and Installation Manual OPERATION Press the “Satellite” Button (after initial setup.) THAT IS ALL THERE IS!!! Important!! The Freedom Controller’s DIP switches must be preset (at installation time) for the satellite service (satellite that you wish to find) before use. See System setup. SINGLE SATELLITE MODE Once your RV is parked and stabilized, press the “Satellite” button on the Freedom Controller. The Freedom Antenna on the roof of your RV will begin to search for the configured satellite. This typically takes 2 to 3 minutes. During this search the “Active LED” on the Freedom Controller will blink indicating that the dish is moving and finding satellite. When the configured satellite is found the “Active LED” will go out and the Freedom Controller will shut off. You can now watch TV. Simply repeat the above instruction every time you move to a new RV site. Just press the “Satellite” button and let the system find your satellite programming. DUAL SATELLITE MODE The Freedom is capable of switching between two satellites for either Dish Network or Bell ExpressVu when configured properly. Once your RV is parked and stabilized, press the “Satellite” button on the Freedom Controller. The Freedom Antenna on the Roof of the RV will begin to search for the Primary Satellite. This typically takes 2 to 3 minutes. During this search the Active LED on the Freedom Controller will blink. When the configured satellite is found the Active LED will go out and the Freedom Controller will shut off. You can now watch TV on the selected satellite. If you want to switch between satellites, i.e. see below, then simply press the Satellite Button again (when on satellite) and the Freedom Controller will begin a search for the Secondary Satellite. This typically takes 1 to 2 minutes. During this search the Active LED on the Freedom Controller will blink. When the Secondary Satellite is found the Active LED will go out and the Freedom Controller will shut off. You are now on the second satellite for the Dish Network or Bell ExpressVu Configuration. Satellite Type Primary Secondary DIRECTV 101 119 Dish Network 119 110 Bell ExpressVu ... -
Page 8: Message Codes
7 Limit ErrorElevation Check for shipping screws and cabling 8 Limit ErrorAzimuth Check for shipping screws and cabling 9 10 Tuner Failure Call Technical Support 11 AGC Won’t Lock Call Technical Support 13 Main Sat. not found but some other Sat. found. Check for line of sight obstruction 16 No Satellites found Check for line of sight obstruction 17* Over Temperature 135 Degrees F Receiver temp reaching critical level 18 Dish did not raise high enough Check elevation motor And run Test Dish 19 Coax cables on backward Reverse Coax on Freedom Controller 24 EEPROM Failure Call Technical Support 25 AGC Control Failure Call Technical Support *Note: This pertains to the temperature within the electronic enclosure and is message is provided as a warning when the temperature reaches a critical level for the Satellite Receiver and not the Freedom Controller. For any questions or comments please contact our Technical Support Department at 18002477486. 8 ... -
Page 9: Wiring Table
Operation and Installation Manual WIRING TABLE TV Mounts The Control Cable, 9 conductors, colored coded, 22Awg stranded that connects to the mount with a twist lock connector is configured in the following manner: Color Code Pin Designation Mount Counts Destination per Degree Black 1 Motor, Azimuth Positive Brown 2 Motor Azimuth Negative Red 3 Motor Elevation/Positive Orange 4 Motor Elevation Negative Sensor, Count Azimuth Yellow 5 3.408 Sensor, Ground Green 6 Azimuth/Elevation Blue 7 Sensor Count Elevation 5.034 White 8 Power, Mount LED Purple 9 ... - Page 10 Rain fade is also known as rain attenuation. It is caused by moisture adhering to the dome which prevents satellite signal reception. There are quiet a few examples of rain fade or degradation. 1. There is heavy rain (large droplets); it can block the uplink channels for reception. 2. There is heavy rain that can block the receive signal to the satellite. 3. There is also moisture buildup on the dome or cover. Unfortunately, all these examples are caused by acts of nature, that with a domed system you will always experience all of the symptoms in varying degrees. There are things you can do to reduce degradation. 1. If you live in Seattle, move to Arizona. 2. Get a big fan, point it towards the sky and blow the clouds away. 3. KEEP YOUR DOME CLEAN Soap and water are the most efficient methods. Some harsh or abrasive cleaners can be harmful to the outside of the dome as well as signal interference. NOTE: Some types of cleaners as well can eventually collect dirt. Be sure to select one that will work for you. 4. If you experience signal outage after a rain storm, wipe the water droplets off the Dome. 5. A bigger dish size and superior surface accuracy reduces the effect of rain fade. All domes on the market are susceptible to rain fade. Because of size and surface accuracy of our dish our Dome has the lowest rain degradation of any domed system on the market. MotoSAT can offer the best performance in rain fade situations. You’re Staff at MotoSAT 10 ...