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Ocean TV Ocean Series O37M Installation And User Manual

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Ocean Series Antennas
OCEAN TV
Satellite Antennas
Ocean Series O37M and O45M
Installation and User Manual
Version 1.34
www.oceantv.com.au
OCEAN TV
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www.oceantv.com.au
© Ocean TV 2010

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  • Page 1 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas OCEAN TV Satellite Antennas Ocean Series O37M and O45M Installation and User Manual Version 1.34 www.oceantv.com.au OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au © Ocean TV 2010...
  • Page 2 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Antenna System Overview A complete satellite TV system, illustrated in Figure 1-1, includes the O45M antenna connected to a IDU, a satellite TV receiver, and a television set. Direct Broadcast Satellite Overview Direct Broadcast Service (DBS) satellites broadcast audio, video and data information from sat- ellites located 22,000 miles in space.

  • Page 3: System Components

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas System Components Antenna Unit The antenna unit houses the antenna positioning mechanism, LNB (low noise block), and control ele- ments within a n enclosed weatherproof dome. Weather tight connectors join the power, signal, and control cabling from the below decks units.
  • Page 4 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean O37M Antenna Type Parabola Frequency Band Ku Band Operating Frequency 10.7GHz to 12.75GHz Dish Dimension 370mm Radome Dimension 440x430mm Antenna Weight Antenna Gain 31dBi M inimum EIRP 50dBW Polarization V/H or RHCP/LHCP Type of Stabilization...
  • Page 5 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Antenna System Overview Ocean TV System Overview Setup 1 1 Television with SD Satellite Receiver Antenna Coaxial Control Cable SD Satellite Receiver 12-24v DC Televisions IDU Indoor Unit NOTE:. Further Installation Options are available in Appendix E Figure 1 –1 System Diagram...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Contents 1 Introduction Specification………………….………………………………………………………………. 4 Antenna System Overview……………………………………………………………….. 5 Direct Broadcast Satellite Overview………………………….………………………. 6 Sy stem Com ponents……………………………………………………………………..… 7 2 Installation Unpacking the Unit………………………………..……………………...... 9 Preparing for the installation…………………………………………………………. 10 Selecting the location………….………………………………………………….……… 11 Equipment and cable installation…………..…………………………………….…. 12 Setting the LNB Skew Angle (Manual Skew version only)………………….
  • Page 7 ■ Capable of High Definition receiving ■M ulti Output as standard (Foxtel IQ and Austar MyStar Compatible) Ocean TV Antennas have been designed to be simple to operate and provide years of trouble free performance. Welcome to the Ocean TV family.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Installation This section offers a general explanation of how properly to install the O37M and O45M antenna. Installation of the O37M or O45M antenna must be accomplished by or under the supervision of an authorized dealer for the Limited Warranty to be valid and in force. The steps in the installation and setup process are as follows: Unpacking the unit……………….……………………………………………….…………………….

  • Page 9: Unpacking The Unit

    Cable Right Hand Connectors (O37M Only) 1 Set of 6 Note: Optional approved Cables and accessories are available from Ocean TV. Table 2-1 Parts included 2. Lift dome out of box vertically. Do not turn box and “roll” out, or turn upside down to remove.

  • Page 10: Preparing For The Installation

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Preparing for the installation Install Tools and Materials The O37/45M antenna system is designed for simple installation and setup. However, the fol- lowing list of equipment or items should be available during installation of the O37/45M an- tenna.

  • Page 11: Selecting The Location

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Selecting the location Determine the optimum mounting location for the antenna radome assembly. It should be installed where : The antenna has a clear line-of-sight view to as much of the sky as is practical. Choose a location where masts or other structures do not block the satellite signal from the dish as the vessel turns.

  • Page 12: Equipment And Cable Installation

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Equipment and cable installation This offers a general explanation of how to install the IDU and satellite receiver properly to the inside of vessel connecting with coaxial cable. The Coaxial cable is routed from the antenna to the IDU inside the vessel.

  • Page 13: Setting The Lnb Skew Angle (Manual Skew Version Only)

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Setting the LNB skew angle (O37M Antenna Only) Figure 2-3 Satellite signals Signals transmitted in vertical (red) and horizontal (blue) wave offset exactly 90º from each other. Since linear satellite signals are oriented in a precise cross pattern, the O45M antenna’s...

  • Page 14: Operation

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ope ration The O37M /O45M antenna system is easy to use. Under normal conditions, operation of the O37M /O45M antenna requires no intervention from the user. Antenna unit initialization and sat- ellite acquisition is completely automatic.

  • Page 15: Receiving Satellite Tv Signals

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Receiving Satellite TV Signals Television satellites are located in fixed positions above the Earth’s equator and beam TV signals down to certain regions of the planet. To receive TV signals from a satellite, you must be located within that satellite’s unique coverage area.

  • Page 16: Changing Channels

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Changing Channels If you have followed the installation instructions, your system should be set to the satellite of your choice and the system should have downloaded the appropriate channel guides. When the O37M /O45M antenna system and satellite receiver is properly configured, it is easy to change he channel using the remote control that normally comes with the receiver unit.

  • Page 17: Operating The Idu

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ope rating the IDU Appearance POWER S/W LCD Display   SA TELLITE Ocean TV SELECT SLEEP  Power Select Satellite Button Sleep Button Figure 3-2 Appearance of IDU Functions of LCD Display  ...
  • Page 18 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas General Ope ration Turn on Power Switch In formation o f IDU LCD Shows information o f IDU Start Up Notice OPTUS C1/D3 START !!! Antenna is being Initialized OPTUS C1/D3 INIT OPTUS C1/D3 Gyro sensor is being calibrated GYRO-CAL Antenna is searching for Satellite.

  • Page 19: New Zealand

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas In case of Search Failure If Antenna cannot find signal, it will stop for OPTUS C1/D3 2 minutes and repeat searching for satellite INIT-SLP Antenna is searching for select Satellite OPTUS C1/D3 SEARCH Antenna is tracking Satellite.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Trouble Shooting There are a number of common issues that can affect the signal quality or the operation of the O45M antenna system. The following sections address these issues and potential solutions. Sim ple check………………….….…………………………………………………………………….. 21 Causes and Rem edies…..………………..……………………………………………………..….

  • Page 21: Simple Check

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Simple check Can the antenna see the satellite? The antenna requires an unobstructed view of the sky to receive satellite TV signals. Common causes of blockage include trees, buildings, bridges, and mountains. Is there excessive dirt or moisture on the antenna dome? Dirt buildup or moisture on the dome can reduce satellite reception.

  • Page 22: Causes And Remedies

    If some channels work, while one or more other channels do not, or if the antenna can- not find the selected satellite, the satellite’s frequency data might have changed. You can visit any Ocean TV-authorized dealer or Ocean TV distributor for assistance or visit www.oceantv.com.au Improper Wiring If the system has been improperly wired, the antenna will not operate correctly.

  • Page 23: Appendix A How To Set The Skew Angle

    No adjustments are necessary. Adjustme nts are only necessary to the O37M. Ocean Series O37M in Australia are preset for Optus C1/D3 for use on Australian East Coast. Special Order O37M are available for Western Australia for use in Pe rth (No Extra Charge) Ocean Series O37M in New Zealand are preset for Optus D1.
  • Page 24 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Setting the SkewAngle If you have determine the correct skew angle, follow the steps below to adjust the antenna’s LNB skew angle. Caution – To avoid bodily injury, be sure to turn off the antenna and disconnect power to all working components...
  • Page 25 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas 4. Loosen the four screws fastening the LNB. 5. Adjust the LNB clockwise or counter-clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB points to the skew angle that you determined earlier. (-) direction (+) direction Figure A-3 LNB Skew Angle Adjustment Caution –...

  • Page 26: Satellite Coverage Map

    Although this information is believed to be correct, Ocean TV has no control over the variations on the actual satellite footprint cover- age. Signal strength and reception can be affected by the weather conditions.

  • Page 27: Firmware Upgrade

    2. Before you use the SD memory card, you should format it to “FAT16(Default)” Please Note: Ocean TV is continually improving the Firmware installed on the IDU. If you wish to upgrade the firmware, please contact Ocean TV Australia. A small charge will be made for the supply of a compatible SD M emory Card. Only approved compatible memory cards are to be used, the use of a non approved memory card may result in the antenna not working correctly.
  • Page 28 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Figure C-2 Formatting SD memory card 3. After formatting your SD card, copy the new software file from Ocean TV distribu- tor. 4. Turn off the IDU. 5. Put your SD memory card into the SD slot of back side of the IDU.
  • Page 29 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas 6. Turn on the IDU. You can see the message “WRITING SOFTWARE” in LCD Dis- play. WRITING SOFTWARE Figure C-4 Writing sof tware 7. If you see the message “FINISH TO WRITE”, IDU is finishing the software up- grade.
  • Page 30 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Antenna Drawing OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...
  • Page 31 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Antenna Drawing O37M OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...
  • Page 32 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Antenna Drawing O45M Figure 1-1 O45M Drawing OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...
  • Page 33 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Appendix E System Installation Diagrams OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...
  • Page 34 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 1 1 Television with SD Satellite Receiver Antenna Coaxial Control Cable SD Satellite Receiver 12-24v DC Televisions IDU Indoor Unit This setup allows 1 SD Satellite TV Receiver to be installed.
  • Page 35 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 2 3 Televisions with SD Satellite Receivers Antenna Coaxial Control SD Satellite Receivers Cable 12-24v DC Televisions IDU Indoor Unit This setup allows 1, 2 or 3 individual SD Satellite TV Receivers to be installed, providing separate control and programming to be viewed on each Television.
  • Page 36 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 3 1 Television with HD Satellite Receiver Antenna Coaxial Control HD Satellite Receiver Cable 12-24v DC HD Television IDU Indoor Unit This setup allows 1 HD Satellite TV Receiver to be installed.
  • Page 37 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 3a 1 Television with HD Satellite Receiver Antenna Coaxial Control HD Satellite Receiver Cable 12-24v DC HD Television IDU Indoor Unit This setup allows 1 HD Satellite TV Receiver to be installed.
  • Page 38 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 4 1 Television with HD Satellite Receiver 1 Television with SD Satellite Receiver Antenna Coaxial Control Cable HD Satellite Receiver SD Satellite Receiver 12-24v DC HD Television IDU Indoor Unit...
  • Page 39 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Installation Diagram Setup 5 Multiple Televisions with HD Satellite Receivers Antenna Coaxial Control HD Satellite Receivers Cable Ocean TV Multi Switch 12-24v DC Available in 2/4/8/16 Outputs Televisions IDU Indoor Unit This setup allows multiple individual HD Satellite TV Receivers to be installed, providing separate control and programming to be viewed on each Television.

  • Page 40: Satellite Coverage Maps

    Although this information is believed to be correct, Ocean TV has no control over the variations on the actual satellite footprint coverage. Signal strength and reception can be affected by the weather conditions.
  • Page 41 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Select TV Intelsat 8 Satellite Coverage Area O37M Requires 50dBW O45M Requires 48-49dBW SkyTV - FreeView NZ Optus D1 Satellite Coverage Area O37M Requires 50dBW O45M Requires 48-49dBW OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...

  • Page 42: Accessories

    Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Accessories Ocean TV has a full range of accessories to make installation even easier. Below are just a few, browse www.oceantv.com.au for the latest accessories. A range of Ocean TV approved LCD Televisions is also available.. www.oceantv.com.au Compact Multiswitches Increase the number of HD TV Set top Boxes.
  • Page 43 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas High Quality RG6 Quad Shield Lead with Crimped Connectors This series is a high quality RG6 Quad shield cable designed specifically for use with the new generation of video signals like Pay TV installations, digital tele- vision and traditional analogue video signals.
  • Page 44 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Hard Wired IR Remote Extension Kit Hard Wired Infra-Red repeater kit for use in DIY &/or custom installations, to control an A/V device at a remote location (up to 1.8m). All connections are plug & play, and the kit includes discrete Flat IR tar- get, junction box, double emitter &...
  • Page 45 Stock p roduc t may vary from pic ture HDMI Am plifier Splitter 1 Input to 2 Outputs Play your Ocean TV HD Satellite Receiver to more than one HDTV. Use this HDMI amplifier splitter to convert a single HDMI input signal into two identical and simultaneous output signals, all without losing high definition video and audio quality.

  • Page 46: Satellite Television

    Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Ocean TV Satellite Television Antennas © Ocean TV 2010 Australia & New Zealand Dunham House, 2 Massey Street, Gladesville, 2111, Sydney, Australia. Phone: Sydney 0428 250 520 Auckland: 09 889 0882 www.oceantv.com.au mark@oceantv.com.au OCEAN TV...
  • Page 47 Ocean TV Ocean Series Antennas Examples of Installation Please send photos of your installation to mark@oceantv.com.au OCEAN TV www.oceantv.com.au...

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