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King Flex VQ2100 Owner's Manual

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Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antenna
VQ2100
Owner's Manual
11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438
PH 952.922.6889 || FAX 952.922.8424 || kingcontrols.com

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  • Page 1 Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antenna VQ2100 Owner’s Manual 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438 PH 952.922.6889 || FAX 952.922.8424 || kingcontrols.com...
  • Page 3 KING at (952) 922-6889 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com. KING is not responsible for changes outside of its control. Please read the appropriate sections of this manual before using your new KING Flex. Please record the ...and then go to the section for Purchase Date and Serial Number your satellite service provider.
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  • Page 5 DIRECTV THANK YOU for your purchase of the KING Flex Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antenna! The KING Flex portable satellite antenna will easily lock onto the appropriate satellites necessary to receive your favorite SD programming from DIRECTV. DIRECTV subscribers, please use the information in this section to operate your system. You will also find helpful information on troubleshooting, security, the warranty, and KING Flex mounting brackets in the Appendix at the end of this manual.
  • Page 6 Place KING Flex in position. Place the KING Flex on a stable surface. With its built-in leveling feature, the KING Flex does not need to be level, but make sure it is stable to prevent movement during operation.

  • Page 8: Antenna Configuration

    KING Flex antenna. To configure your antenna, do the following: 1. Press POWER to turn on KING Flex controller. The COAX CONNECTION light will flash 10 times and then turn on, and the SCAN PROGRESS lights will flash 3 times to indicate the selected service configuration.
  • Page 9 If you wish to change the alarm from its previous state, perform steps 1-2 and 4-6 on these two pages. 7. Set your receiver options as follows: IMPORTANT! The KING Flex will not work with SWM only receivers. DIRECTV SD If you have a newer receiver or current software, choose the following dish configuration settings (do this through the receiver’s satellite set-up menu screens):...
  • Page 10 OPERATION Section 3 IMPORTANT! The KING Flex will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV’s Ka band satellites at 99° and 103°. The KING Flex will not work with SWM only receivers. NOTE: Your local channels may not be available when traveling outside your home area.
  • Page 11 NOTE: If you move the antenna unit, you will have to re-acquire the satellites by repeating the scan process. The KING Flex will go into “sleep mode” after 15 minutes and the COAX CONNECTION light will dim. Press POWER to wake up unit if necessary, i. e. the unit is in sleep mode, you move the unit, and wish to rescan for satellites.
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  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    THANK YOU for your purchase of the KING Flex Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antenna! The KING Flex portable satellite antenna is easily configured to lock onto the appropriate satellites necessary to receive your favorite SD and HD programming from DISH.

  • Page 14: Section

    Place KING Flex in position. Place the KING Flex on a stable surface. With its built-in leveling feature, the KING Flex does not need to be level, but make sure it is stable to prevent movement during operation.
  • Page 15 If using a second receiver, it will be connected in Section 5 on page 12. (2nd receiver not recommended for Tailgater Mode.)
  • Page 16 You must configure the antenna to work with your DISH satellite service. Doing this will allow the KING Flex 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 17: Pages

    4. When the correct lights turn on to show your desired satellite configuration, simultaneously press and hold POWER and SCAN for five seconds. Your antenna configuration will be saved. All SCAN PROGRESS lights will turn off and the COAX CONNECTION light will continue to flash. The unit will now enter Alarm Configuration mode.

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    1. Turn on the TV and satellite receiver. 2. Your KING Flex controller should be on from the configuration process on pages 4-5. If not, press POWER and wait for the COAX CONNECTION light to remain on.

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    3. On the receiver remote, press MENU, 6, 1, 1. 4. Highlight “Check Switch.” Press SELECT on your remote. NOTE: Some receivers may prompt you to select “Check Switch” a second time to initiate Screen graphics may vary. the test. 5.
  • Page 20 DISH SD and HD DISH SD and HD Alternate NO “X”s MUST SHOW “SW64” If the indicated results are not obtained, go back to Step 3 and run test again. Contact KING if the check switch fails to load after 4 attempts. 8.
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  • Page 22 POWER UP 1. Make sure all connections are made as shown on page 3. 2. Press POWER to turn on KING Flex controller. • All lights turn on briefly. • The COAX CONNECTION light flashes 10 times.
  • Page 23 NOTE: If you move the antenna unit, you will have to re-acquire the satellites by repeating the scan process. The KING Flex will go into “sleep mode” after 15 minutes and the COAX CONNECTION light will dim. Press POWER to wake up unit if necessary, i. e. the unit is in sleep mode, you move the unit, and wish to rescan for satellites.
  • Page 24 2ND RECEIVER OPERATION Section 5 INITIAL SETUP FOR SECOND RECEIVER Second receiver must be disconnected during 1. With the second receiver disconnected from the antenna unit’s AUX port coax, use your initial check switch test. DISH remote control and press MENU, 6, 1, 1 to display the Point Dish screen.
  • Page 25 5. When test is complete, highlight “Save.” Press SELECT on your remote. Connect to AUX port. 6. After successfully saving the results, connect the second receiver to the AUX port. DOWNLOADING PROGRAMMING TO THE SECOND RECEIVER 1. With the second receiver now connected, and the antenna locked on (see OPERATION section), re-set the second receiver by pressing the POWER button on the front panel for 10 seconds.

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    Any tall objects can block the signal from reaching the antenna. 1. If your KING Flex controller is not on, press POWER and wait for the COAX CONNECTION light to remain on. 2. Plug your receiver and TV into a 110 volt AC power source.
  • Page 27 4. Point your receiver’s remote at the front of the receiver and press SAT. Press RECORD. When a number appears in the box, verify “CONTINUE” is highlighted. Press SELECT on your remote. The Portable Antenna Setup screen will display. 5. Use the arrow buttons on your remote to highlight the letter group that includes the first letter of the state you are currently in.
  • Page 28 6. Highlight the state you are currently in from the state menu. Press SELECT. 7. Verify “Scan” is highlighted. Press SELECT. The scan will begin and may take up to several minutes to complete. The receiver will update software for DISH programming This step may take 20-25 minutes.
  • Page 29 8. The receiver will reset and the Mobile Antenna Setup Screen will appear. Choose your location again and initiate a second scan. The unit will scan a second time. When the scan is complete, the “Acquiring Signal” message will display. Acquiring the signal may take up to 5 minutes to complete.
  • Page 30 9. After your receiver has acquired the signal, it is ready to be activated. If your receiver packaging has a specific phone number displayed, be sure to call this number to activate your service. Otherwise, call 1-800-333-DISH (3474) to activate. After your receiver is activated, the electronic program guide will download.
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  • Page 32 Any tall objects can block the signal from reaching the antenna. 1. If your KING Flex controller is not on, press POWER and wait for the COAX CONNECTION light to remain on. 2. Plug your receiver and TV into a 110 volt AC power source.
  • Page 33 The Mobile Antenna Setup screen will be displayed on your TV. NOTE: If the Mobile Antenna Setup screen does not display, press MENU, 6, 1, 1 on your DISH remote. Highlight “Check Switch.” Press SELECT on your remote. The Mobile Antenna Setup screen should now display.
  • Page 34 5. Highlight the state you are currently in from the state menu. Press SELECT. 6. Verify “Scan” is highlighted. Press SELECT. The scan will begin and may take up to several minutes to complete. This screen will display during the scan. 7.
  • Page 35 8. After your receiver has acquired the signal, the electronic program guide will download. This may take up to 5 minutes to complete (potentially longer if an external hard drive is connected). OPERATING NOTES To turn the unit off at any time press POWER for 3 seconds. If your system is inactive for an extended period of time, you may need to call DISH Customer Service at 1-800-333-DISH (3474) to re-authorize your receiver.
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  • Page 37 THANK YOU for your purchase of the KING Flex Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antenna! The KING Flex portable satellite antenna is easily configured to lock onto the appropriate satellites necessary to receive your favorite SD and HD programming from Bell TV.
  • Page 38 Place KING Flex in position. Place the KING Flex on a stable surface. With its built-in leveling feature, the KING Flex does not need to be level, but make sure it is stable to prevent movement during operation.
  • Page 39 If using a second receiver, it will be connected in Section 5 on page 10.
  • Page 40 You must configure the antenna to work with your Bell TV satellite service. Doing this will allow the KING Flex 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 41 4. When the correct lights turn on to show your desired satellite configuration, simultaneously press and hold POWER and SCAN for five seconds. Your antenna configuration will be saved. All SCAN PROGRESS lights will turn off and the COAX CONNECTION light will continue to flash. The unit will now enter Alarm Configuration mode.
  • Page 42 1. Turn on the TV and satellite receiver. 2. Your KING Flex controller should be on from the configuration process on pages 4-5. If not, press POWER and wait for the COAX CONNECTION light to remain on.
  • Page 43 3. On the receiver remote, press MENU, 6, 1, 1. 4. Highlight “Check Switch.” Press SELECT on your remote. NOTE: Some receivers may prompt you to select “Check Switch” a second time to initiate the test. 5. Make sure “SuperDISH” and “Alternate” boxes are NOT selected.
  • Page 44 Section 4 NOTE: Dual tuner receivers or receivers with built-in recorders are not recommended and will not have full functionality when used with the KING Flex antenna. Your local channels may not be available when traveling outside your home area.
  • Page 45 NOTE: If you move the antenna unit, you will have to re-acquire the satellites by repeating the scan process. The KING Flex will go into “sleep mode” after 15 minutes and the COAX CONNECTION light will dim. Press POWER to wake unit up if necessary, i. e. the unit is in sleep mode, you move the unit, and wish to rescan for satellites.
  • Page 46 2ND RECEIVER OPERATION Section 5 INITIAL SETUP FOR SECOND RECEIVER Second receiver must be disconnected during 1. With the second receiver disconnected from initial check switch test. the antenna unit’s AUX port coax, use your DISH remote control and press MENU, 6, 1, 1 to display the Point Dish screen.
  • Page 47 5. When test is complete, highlight “Save.” Press SELECT on your remote. Connect to AUX port. 6. After successfully saving the results, connect the second receiver to the AUX port. DOWNLOADING PROGRAMMING TO THE SECOND RECEIVER 1. With the second receiver now connected, and the antenna locked on (see OPERATION section), re-set the second receiver by pressing the POWER button on the front panel for 10 seconds.
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  • Page 49 APPENDIX Section 1 TROUBLESHOOTING Page 2 Section 2 MOUNTING BRACKETS Page 3 Section 3 SECURITY FEATURE Page 4 Section 4 FCC GUIDELINES Page 4 Section 5 LIMITED WARRANTY Page 5...
  • Page 50 Service at (952) 922-6889. ERROR light and COAX Coax between antenna unit Connect coax between antenna CONNECTION light both flash and KING Flex controller not unit and KING Flex controller. quickly. connected. Coax between antenna unit Replace coax (KC# 20993).
  • Page 51 The MB100 and MB101 VuQube Mounting Brackets are NOT compatible with the KING Flex without the use of the MB100-RETROFIT Kit. USE OF THESE BRACKETS WITHOUT THE MB100-RETROFIT KIT WILL VOID...
  • Page 52 SECURITY FEATURE Section 3 The KING Flex can be secured to an object using a padlock and cable (not included) to deter theft. FCC GUIDELINES Section 4 This device complies with Part 15, sub-part B, of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
  • Page 53 LIMITED WARRANTY Section 5 Every new KING Flex Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory, and is covered by the following one year parts limited warranty from the date of original purchase: • One year parts warranty: The customer is not responsible for the cost of replacement parts if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of the warranty.
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