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- Page 1 M-01355, Rev. B CruiseTV STS / RV Version In-Motion Satellite Television System User’s Guide Includes: – 100 Series Antennas – 200 Series Antennas IMPORTANT! DO NOT OPERATE THIS SYSTEM WITHOUT FIRST READING SECTIONS 3 & 7 OF THIS MANUAL.
- Page 2 M-01355, Rev. B NOTICE!! Important Warranty Information Keep this User Guide with the Antenna System at all times. For Customer Service, contact an Authorized Service Center nearest you, or call Datron at 1-(800)-287-5052.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
M-01355, Rev. B Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................2 What to Expect While Operating the STS ............2 Features of your STS ..................2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ....................3 Antenna/Radome Assembly ................3 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) ................3 Satellite Receiver.................... -
Page 4: Introduction
M-01355, Rev. B Page 2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing CruiseTV You now own the most advanced automatic satellite STS. system available, providing access of more than 200 channels of digital television and CD quality audio programming while your vehicle is in motion. The STS is specially designed for Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) television viewing while traveling on highways and thoroughfares in the lower 48 states when your antenna has a clear view to the southern sky. -
Page 5: System Overview
M-01355, Rev. B Page 3 System Overview Your Datron STS is specifically designed for use with the new high-power DBS television satellites. These satellites have revolutionized television in the United States and have made DBS television receiving systems the fastest selling consumer electronics product in history. The STS has been designed for simplicity of operation with the latest solid-state satellite tracking technology and advanced computer software, providing you with true value and years of entertainment enjoyment. - Page 6 M-01355, Rev. B Page 4 ANTENNA Optional ç Antenna Power Cable Stereo Audio Connection ç Coax Cable Satellite Receiver Video Connection 110 VAC 110 VAC 12 VDC Power Switch +12 VDC Figure 1. Diagram of STS System Connections...
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Page 7: System Operation
M-01355, Rev. B Page 5 System Operation This section describes the operation of the STS satellite system. It does not focus on the operation of the receiver, except where it pertains directly to the operation of the STS satellite system. For questions about your satellite receiver, refer to the receiver’s operating instructions. -
Page 8: Powering On The System
M-01355, Rev. B Page 6 Powering On the System To apply power to the system, toggle the power switch to the ON position. It is recommended that your vehicle remains stationary when first acquiring the signal. Dropouts for the first few minutes may occur if the vehicle is in motion while the system is initialized. -
Page 9: Power Conservation Mode
M-01355, Rev. B Page 7 Power Conservation Mode If the vehicle has remained stationary for approximately ten (10) minutes with the unit on, it will automatically enter a reduced power mode and the antenna will stop moving. Once the vehicle is placed in motion the unit will automatically revert back to its tracking mode. - Page 10 M-01355, Rev. B Page 8 In heavy dew conditions operation can be optimized by wiping the excess moisture from the radome or just spraying the unit off with a water hose. The vehicle may be driven to blow the moisture from the radome. It is recommended that the antenna radome be treated with water repellent to minimize moisture buildup.
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Page 11: Regular Service And Preventive Maintenance
M-01355, Rev. B Page 9 Regular Service and Preventive Maintenance CruiseTV has been designed for trouble-free operation. You can enhance the life of your equipment by having an authorized ASA dealer inspect and service your antenna system once a year. To locate the authorized dealer nearest you, contact ASA at 1-800-287-5052. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
M-01355, Rev. B Page 10 Troubleshooting Error conditions are described in Table 1 and possible solutions are indicated for each symptom. If you have trouble and cannot resolve it with this guide, contact your ASA dealer or call 1-800-287- 5052. Table 1. -
Page 13: Compass Calibration
M-01355, Rev. B Page 11 Table 1. Error Conditions and Solutions Symptom Indication Cause Possible Solution Picture drops Momentary freeze View obstructed Normal operation frame Large vehicular motion Continuous freeze Receiver Turn receiver off and on frame malfunction Picture pixeling View obstructed Normal operation Large vehicular... -
Page 14: Precautions
M-01355, Rev. B Page 12 IMPORTANT – During compass calibration, the software will also calibrate the antenna phased array cold sky readings. To ensure proper calibration of the phased array, reset the DirecTV receiver, before beginning the compass calibration, by unplugging the power for 30 seconds. Alternatively, the receiver can be placed in “Searching for Satellite”... -
Page 15: Glossary
M-01355, Rev. B Page 13 Glossary The following is a glossary of terms used both within this User Guide and when talking about digital satellite television systems and DIRECTV . Azimuth – refers to the azimuth axis, indicating the rotating movement of the antenna about an axis perpendicular to the surface. -
Page 16: Warranty
M-01355, Rev. B Page 14 Limited Warranty Datron/Transco Inc. (“Manufacturer”) warrants to the buyer who purchases this DBS Antenna (“Product”) for his own use and not for re-sale, that the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of (2) years’ parts and (1) year labor, from date of installation. To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this warranty, the Product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g.
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