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.
INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 The VuQube V20 Automatic Satellite System provides simple, one-touch operation for easy access to all your favorite satellite TV channels. It is a full featured dish system with automatic satellite acquisition and satellite switching capabilities. The V20 is compatible with the following satellite services: ®...
INSTALLATION SECTION 2 TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED 1. Read thru the instructions and make sure you have all the tools and materials required to complete the installation, including: • mounting bracket (sold separately - for more information call King Controls at 800-982-9920 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com) •...
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IMPORTANT! The antenna unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab, NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame (for example the headache rack). Mounting directly to the frame will void the VuQube warranty. 3. Determine the location of the antenna unit using the following criteria:...
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(Fig. 4). Note: The VuQube is wired for multiple receiver support. There are two coax ports on the back of the unit. The one labeled “MAIN” MUST be connected to the main receiver in the vehicle. This receiver will control automatic satellite switching if applicable.
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7. Run wiring from the antenna unit to the location where it will be fed into the vehicle. Make sure external wiring is tied down securely (to a hand rail for example) (Fig. 5). 8. Drill 3/4” hole through the cab or use an existing hole to feed the wiring inside the cab. Seal opening with cab compatible sealant so that it is entirely waterproof (inside and outside of the hole).
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INTERNAL WIRING 9. Inside the vehicle, make the connections as shown in (Fig. 6), keeping in mind the following important points: a) The connection between the antenna unit and the receiver must be a direct connection with no devices in between. b) Power connection must be a non-shared circuit.
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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.
DIRECTV Plus: 101, 119 Automatically switch between the 101 and 119 satellites for DIRECTV. IMPORTANT! This VuQube is factory ready to receive available HDTV programming from DIRECTV Ku band satellites at 101° and 119°. It will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV’s Ka band satellites at 99°...
61, 72, 77 satellites. The map below shows the approximate coverage for each trio. The VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with either trio. By choosing the appropriate trio based on where you are, you can receive all of your desired programming.
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STEP 2: 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.
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STEP 2: DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION DISH 500 (satellites 110, 119) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 12 times.
DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION-continued DISH 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 WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.
DISH HD Alternate (satellites 62, 110, 119) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.
STEP 2: 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 WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 8 times.
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(Dish HD/HD Eastern Arc). 1. Turn on the TV and satellite receiver. 2. On the VuQube controller, press and hold the ON button for 3 FULL SECONDS. The antenna will lock onto the appropriate satellites before completing the search process.
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7. When test is complete, a screen similar to one of the following should appear: (Screen graphics may vary.) DISH 500 DISH 500 EASTERN ARC MUST SHOW “SW21” NO “X”s DISH HD DISH HD EASTERN ARC NO “X”s MUST SHOW “SW64”...
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.
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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. Note: For better performance when using the automatic satellite switching feature, change channels by selecting your program from the channel guide rather than channel surfing.
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The map below shows the approximate coverage for each trio. The VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with either trio as you travel from one coverage area to another. By choosing the appropriate trio based on where you are, you can receive all of your desired programming.
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DISH HD TRIO (110, 119, 129) 1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button. Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 4 times.
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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.
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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 WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 8 times. The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
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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 WAIT 4 MORE SECONDS. 2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.
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.
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 7 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.