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VuQube VQ3000 Operating Instructions Manual

Portable in-motion automatic satellite system with built-in dvb for positive satellite identification
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Portable In-Motion Automatic Satellite System
with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification
Model VQ3000
Operating Instructions
®
Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets
11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453
Phone: (800) 982-9920
Fax: (952) 922-8424
www.kingcontrols.com
20624 REV B

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  • Page 1 Portable In-Motion Automatic Satellite System with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification Model VQ3000 Operating Instructions ® Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: (800) 982-9920 Fax: (952) 922-8424 www.kingcontrols.com 20624 REV B...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was accurate at the time of printing. If your VuQube does not operate as outlined in this manual please call King Controls at (800) 982-9920 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com.

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    (Fig. 1). The kit includes everything required to hard wire your RV for the VuQube: ladder mount bracket, power/controller cable, (2) coax cables, (2) cable entry cover plates and controller (Fig. 2).
  • Page 5 Flex Install Kit Overview Fig. 2 (Flex Install Kit sold separately.) Ladder Mount Bracket Fig. 3 Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing (sold separately). Page 3...
  • Page 6 Fig. 4 CONNECTION DIAGRAM VuQube Model VQ3000 - Portable / In-Motion Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video/audio cable connection to TV. Page 4...

  • Page 7: Vuqube Antenna Configuration

    Network or ExpressVu programming, you must use the VuQube hand held controller to re-configure the antenna to work with your satellite service. Doing this will allow the VuQube to lock on the correct satellites to receive your programming and also enable automatic satellite switching via the receiver’s remote control for multi-satellite service.

  • Page 8: Single Satellite 101 (Factory Pre-Set)

    DIRECTV ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Single Satellite 101 The VuQube is factory pre-set for the DIRECTV 101 satellite. Unless the antenna has been configured for another option since leaving the factory, PERFORM STEP 5 ONLY. 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.

  • Page 9: Dish Network

    DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Single Satellite 119 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.

  • Page 10: Dish 1000 - Hdtv

    129 in the western U.S.) The map below shows the approximate coverage for each satellite. Your VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with two different satellite trios (DISH 1000a: 61,110,119 or DISH 1000: 110,119,129). By choosing the appropriate trio that includes either the 61 or the 129 satellite based on where you are, you can receive all of your desired programming.
  • Page 11 DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION-continued DISH 1000 HD (satellites 110, 119, 129) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.

  • Page 12: Bell Expressvu

    BELL EXPRESSVU ANTENNA CONFIGURATION Standard Digital (satellite 91) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 8 times.
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  • Page 14: Satellite Receiver Configuration

    (Dish 1000/1000a only). 1. Turn on the TV and satellite receiver. 2. On the VuQube controller, press and hold the ON button for 3 FULL SECONDS.
  • Page 15 The unit will perform a check switch test, and the dish will periodically move back and forth. (This process will take several minutes.) 7. When test is complete, a screen similar to one of the following should appear: DISH 500 BELL EXPRESSVU MUST SHOW “SW21”...

  • Page 16: Operation

    3. When the status light is steady green, select a channel or the program guide to view your programming. Enjoy! (DO NOT TURN THE VUQUBE OFF IF USING THE AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING FEATURE.) Note: If the status light is steady GREEN and your programming does not appear, press the reset button on your DIRECTV receiver.
  • Page 17 When you park for the evening or any extended period, it is recommended that you perform a stationary search. AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING 1. After you have properly configured the VuQube antenna for your satellite service, the VuQube will automatically switch between satellites by simply selecting your desired channel using the receiver’s remote control.
  • Page 18 129 in the western U.S.) The map below shows the approximate coverage for each satellite. Your VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with two different satellites trios (DISH 1000a: 61,110,119 or DISH 1000: 110,119,129) as you travel from one coverage area to another.
  • Page 19 61, 110, 119 TRIO (DISH 1000a) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 4 times.
  • Page 20 CHANGE SEARCH ELEVATION If you have traveled a long distance since last performing a search, you can speed up acquisition time by setting the VuQube to start searching at one of four different elevations: 25°, 37°, 48° or 55°. Find your location on the appropriate map for your service and choose the elevation closest to you.
  • Page 21 CHANGE SEARCH ELEVATION TO 25° 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 8 times. The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
  • Page 22 CHANGE SEARCH ELEVATION-Continued CHANGE SEARCH ELEVATION TO 48° 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash green or red. 2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 5 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REASON COURSE OF ACTION VuQube does not find satellite. Did not hold ON button for Hold ON button for 3 FULL (STATUS light flashes red or green.) 3 FULL SECONDS. SECONDS. STATUS light flashes orange.

  • Page 24: Security Bracket

    SECURITY BRACKET SECTION 6 The VuQube can be secured to an object using a padlock and cable (Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Page 22...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Periodic washing of the enclosure with mild soap and water is recommended. If you plan on not using your VuQube for long periods of time, it is recommended that the system be put through a search procedure on a quarterly basis to keep all moving parts in good working order.

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 8 Every VuQube Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is covered by a one year parts limited warranty from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not cover installation and external wiring or refurbished units.
  • Page 28 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: (800) 982-9920 Fax: (952) 922-8424 www.kingcontrols.com ®...

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