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- Page 1 M-01334, Rev. B The DBS-4500 / Land Version In-Motion Satellite Television System Installation Instructions Includes: – 100 Series Antennas All rights reserved, patent pending Copyright 1999 by Datron/Transco Inc. A subsidiary of Datron Systems Incorporated...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
M-01334, Rev. B Page 13 TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME........................2 Satellite Receiver Selection .................2 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ..................3 Optional Items .....................3 Antenna Carton Contents ..................4 Installation Accessories ..................4 Selecting the Antenna Location................5 SPECIFICATIONS......................5 Mechanical ......................5 Electrical ......................5 STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............6 Antenna Mounting Instructions ................6 Connecting the Cables ..................9 Antenna Connections Inside Vehicle ..............11... -
Page 3: Welcome
This manual contains instructions for installing the DBS-4500 Land Version. Satellite Receiver Selection The DBS-4500 model is compatible with satellite receivers equipped with a low speed data port on the rear of the receiver. Check to see that your receiver has this port before proceeding with the installation. -
Page 4: Installation Overview
M-01334, Rev. B Page 15 Installation Overview The DBS-4500 In-Motion Satellite System may take several hours to install. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to complete the installation. To perform the installation of the satellite system you will need: Power drill Two drill bits, sizes 3/16”... -
Page 5: Antenna Carton Contents
M-01334, Rev. B Page 16 Antenna Carton Contents Description Datron Part Number 1 Antenna Assembly 130144-101 1 Installation Instruction Manual M-01334 1 User’ s Guide M-01335 2 Coaxial Cables (35 ft.) – terminated on both ends 43180-35 1 Multi-conductor antenna control cable (35 ft.) – terminated on one 43148-35 1 Satellite Receiver Control cable (5 ft.) 43149-1... -
Page 6: Selecting The Antenna Location
Using a tape measure, verify the location you have chosen provides the necessary diameter for antenna installation. Place the antenna system on the roof of the vehicle in the location where it will be mounted. You are now ready to begin attaching the DBS-4500 In-Motion Satellite Antenna System to the vehicle. Specifications Mechanical Antenna (Elliptical) ................ -
Page 7: Step-By-Step Installation Instructions
Page 18 Step-By-Step Installation Instructions The DBS-4500 is designed to install quickly and easily. As can be seen in Figure 4-1, there are only four “Plug & Play” connectors, J1 through J4, to connect for full implementation of the DBS-4500 antenna system. - Page 8 M-01334, Rev. B Page 19 Step 3 Using a bubble level, check the level at each of the four antenna mounting feet. The center of the antenna should be ¼” to ½” above the crown of the vehicle roof. A smaller gap, or no gap, can cause wind noise and/or vibration.
- Page 9 M-01334, Rev. B Page 20 Step 11 Apply more sealant at each bolt and/or rivet head to prevent leakage through the mounting holes (See Figure 4-5). Figure 4-5 After the hardware has been tightened, generously weatherproof the hardware and Step 12 penetration points with sealant.
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Page 10: Connecting The Cables
M-01334, Rev. B Page 21 Connecting the Cables Figure 4-7. Cable Diagram Step 1 Attach the Antenna Control cable circular connector to the antenna. Be sure to rotate the plug clockwise until the connector is completely seated. Connect the two RF cables, RF1 and RF2 and slide weather bolt over the connections. - Page 11 M-01334, Rev. B Page 22 Step 3 After the cables are routed, pot the cables with silicone sealant, around the hole. (See Figure 4-8.) Extreme care must be taken in sealing the cable entry point into the vehicle in order to prevent leaks. Figure 4-8 Step 4 Place the stainless steel cable cover over the...
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Page 12: Antenna Connections Inside Vehicle
M-01334, Rev. B Page 23 Antenna Connections Inside Vehicle Once the antenna control cable has been connected and properly sealed and tied down on the roof of the vehicle, it is time to attach the Antenna Control cable to the gray “Wago” connector that is part of the Receiver Control cable. -
Page 13: Acu Power Connection
Do not apply power at this time. NOTE: It is extremely important that the 12 Volt DC supply to the DBS-4500 antenna system is a clean, continuous source, that does not fluctuate. To insure a proper power source, Datron recommends the use of an AC to DC power supply rated for a minimum of 4 amps at 12 volts. -
Page 14: Installing The Antenna Power Switch
M-01334, Rev. B Page 25 Installing the Antenna Power Switch Figure 4-12 Determine the desired switch location and hold the switch bezel in that location to be sure Step 1 that the switch assembly will fit. Also verify access and clearance behind the panel. Using the switch bezel as a template, mark the locations of the 2 screw holes and the Step 2 center rectangular opening. -
Page 15: Connecting The Antenna System To The Satellite Receiver
Connecting the Antenna to an EchoStar Compatible Receiver In order to use the DBS-4500 CruiseTV with an EchoStar compatible receiver, it is necessary to obtain an Echo Star upgrade kit, Datron P/N 130742-101. This kit consists of an RS-232 interface... - Page 16 Next attach the adapter cable to the conversion box via the 9-pin connector. Attach the remaining end of the adapter cable to the DBS-4500 serial 9 pin connector (see Figure 4-11). Installation is now complete. CruiseTV will automatically identify the EchoStar receiver at power up.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
M-01334, Rev. B Page 28 This concludes the installation of the DBS-4500 In-Motion Satellite Television System. The following troubleshooting section will assist in detecting any problems with the installation of this system. For more detailed information on the operation of CruiseTV by Datron, consult the User’ s Guide P/N M- 01335. -
Page 18: Failure Messages
M-01334, Rev. B Page 29 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 malfunction Turn receiver off and on frame Picture pixeling View obstructed Normal operation Large vehicular motion... - Page 19 M-01334, Rev. B Page 30 Table 2. Failure Messages Failure Messages Displayed Reason for Message Display Possible Solution on Screen CODE: 09 RLEVL Roll level sensor failed. Contact nearest Authorized Service Center or call Datron at (800) 287-5052 CODE: 10 LNBFV Failure of the R-hand/L-hand Repair or replace coax polarity of the LNBF.
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Page 20: Warranty
M-01334, Rev. B Page 31 Warranty Datron/Transco Inc. (DTi) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years’ parts and one (1) year labor. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or invoice indicating the product installation date must be presented to obtain warranty service. -
Page 21: Appendix A Datron Satellite System Receiver Compatibility Matrix
M-01334, Rev. B Page 1 Appendix A Datron Satellite System Receiver Compatibility Matrix... - Page 22 M-01334, Rev. B Page 2 July 2, 1999 Page 1 of 2 Datron Satellite System Receiver Compatibility Matrix Brand DBS-4500-100 Series Receiver DIRECTV/DISH Compatible SONY SAT-B1 Not Compatible SAT-B2 Not Compatible SAT-B3 OK - DIRECTV SAT-A1 OK - DIRECTV SAT-A2...
- Page 23 Echostar Receivers requires special interface cable: DBS-4500-100 Datron Part Number: 130742-101 5 FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF THE DBS-4000 AND DBS-4500 "CRUISETV" IT IS SUGGESTED THAT THE SONY SAT-A1, SAT-A2, SAT-A3 or SAT-A4 RECEIVERS BE USED. 6 Compatible with software revision D or above.