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MotoSAT Nomad User Manual

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  • Page 2 NOMAD UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER USER INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL The NOMAD Universal Controller gives all new meaning to the word simplicity with its easy one step process this revolutionary product will bring satellite TV technology to new heights. Table of Contents NOMAD Bill of Materials (Packaged Components).……………..
  • Page 3 NOMAD Universal Controller Bill of Materials: The NOMAD Universal Controller Systems (when shipped with a mount of choice) are shipped with the following components: Components shipped with NOMAD Controller: NOMAD Universal Controller 12 VDC 4 AMP Power Supply NOMAD Universal Controller User Manual Components shipped with your mount of choice: 30’...
  • Page 4 ● Dish Pro 500 (300,500,800) Series Receiver(s) are a required component when using the Model MD500. First Time Installation Plug in all necessary cable connections to the back of the NOMAD (see pg 6). Note: Plugging the receiver and NOMAD controller into an independent power strip is recommended.
  • Page 5 6- After properly setting the dip switches for your application, turn “ON” the Power Switch on the rear panel of the NOMAD Universal Controller. Start up will take approximately 5 seconds. Note: When the Power Switch is turned “ON” the PWR (power), LNB and STOW LEDS will be lit.
  • Page 6 Once the satellite has been identified, the Find LED will remain solid. (The Stow LED also blinks indicating motor movement.) If the Nomad is locked on the satellite, pressing the “Find” button again will activate a re-peak routine which will verify the dish alignment to the satellite for optimum signal level for skewable dishes (MD500 and MHDTV).
  • Page 7 Power Supply Interface: Is used to connect the 12 VDC 4 AMP power supply to provide power to the NOMAD Universal Controller. (Note: Only use the power supply provided by MotoSAT or a power source known to have at least a 4 Amp min.) +12V -GND Unused...
  • Page 8 Serial Port: Used to provide software upgrades. From Dish: Coax connection from the dish to the NOMAD Universal Controller. To Satellite “IN” on Receiver: Coax connection used to connect the NOMAD Universal Controller to the satellite/LNB connection on the satellite receiver.
  • Page 9 Dish Services: Options & Configuration...
  • Page 10 Dipswitch Operation: Options & Configuration...
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Limit error - Skew movement No DVB power but DVB connected Main satellite not found but secondary satellite found / ALSO NO SATELLITES FOUND Signal lost, or no LNB power Over temperature on NOMAD (NOMAD too hot. Cool it down)
  • Page 12: Technical Support

    “Find” one more time before calling. Technical Support MotoSAT Customer/Technical Service – (1-800-247-7486) - Available Mon- Fri 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. ● Please have your MotoSAT Model # and Satellite Receiver Brand prior to calling Customer/Technical Support.
  • Page 14: Dish Network Receivers

    The dish can be manipulated by applying 12 volt DC power to specific wires in the control cable located in the back of the NOMAD. The 12 Volts going to your NOMAD controller (3 pin “green” connector) can be used as this source.
  • Page 15 5. A bigger dish size and superior surface accuracy reduces rain fade problems. All domes on the market are susceptible to rain fade. MotoSAT’s Dome (aka Mini Dome) as well as the T2 AutoMotion are the two domed satellite television systems that have the lowest rain degradation on the market.
  • Page 16 119° From Dish Dish Network Dish Pro DP34 Multiswitch Sat 1 Nomad Controller Sat 2 To VHF Antenna In Two DishPro Receviers DishPro PVR Please call MotoSAT for information on this or any other technical subject contact MotoSAT at: 1-800-247-7486...