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- Page 1 Automatic Satellite TV Antenna KD1500 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 3: Table Of Contents
Satellite Antenna does not operate as outlined in this manual, please call 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 this entire manual before installing and using your new antenna. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Section 1 The KING Rover Satellite System includes 3 main components (Fig. 1). Antenna Unit Located on the roof of the vehicle. The satellite dish and electronics are covered by a protective dome that keeps operational components free from the elements. -
Page 5: Installation
INSTALLATION Section 2 TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED • drill and drill bit set • tape measure • 7/16” open end wrench (coax connections) • adhesive sealant (compatible with roof material) • appropriate fasteners to install all components and wiring KIT CONTENTS 1. - Page 6 NOTE: Many RVs are pre-wired for satellite with RG-6 coax cable. Contact the manufacturer of your RV or your local dealer to verify where this cable is located. If pre-wired, run the existing coax cable from the pre-wire location in the roof to the antenna unit. When choosing the antenna unit location, make sure the pre-wiring will reach the antenna unit.
- Page 7 ANTENNA UNIT INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Cable connections must ALWAYS be positioned facing the rear of vehicle. 3. Place antenna unit on installation location chosen using the criteria discussed on the previous page. Cable connections must be positioned facing rear of vehicle. 4.
- Page 8 EXTERNAL WIRING NOTE: There are two coax ports on the back of the antenna unit. The one labeled “MAIN” MUST be connected to the main receiver in vehicle. This is the receiver that will control automatic satellite switching if applicable. The one labeled “AUX”...
- Page 9 IMPORTANT! Installer is responsible for determining proper roof compatible fasteners for cable entry cover. Roof hole for wiring must be sealed so it is completely waterproof. Mounting holes, perimeter of cable entry cover and cable opening of cable entry cover must be sealed so they are completely waterproof.
- Page 10 NOTE: Do not use dual tuner receivers or receivers with built-in recorders when satellite service is broadcast from more than one satellite. NOTE FOR DISH SERVICES: For automatic satellite switching, KING recommends using a DISH model 311 receiver for DISH SD.
- Page 11 IMPORTANT! DISH and Bell TV Subscribers: Do not connect 2nd receiver at this time. IMPORTANT! DISH and Bell TV Subscribers: Do not connect 2nd receiver at this time. Page 9...
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Page 12: Antenna Configuration
DISH or Bell TV programming, you must configure the antenna to work with your satellite service. Doing this will allow the KING Rover 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 13 All lights will turn off except for the COAX CONNECTION light. 5. Locate your service below and follow the instructions: DIRECTV subscribers: NOTE: The KING Rover will not work with SWM only receivers. Your local channels may not be available when traveling outside your home area. 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):...
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Page 14: Receiver Configuration - Dish And Bell
IMPORTANT! YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED THE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION ON PAGES 10-11 BEFORE CONTINUING BELOW. NOTE: For automatic satellite switching, KING recommends using a DISH model 311 receiver for DISH SD. If you do not have a clear view of the satellites, the switch will not load correctly. - Page 15 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 16 “SW21” NO “X”s 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. When the installation summary shows the successful check switch test results, save the settings, exit to the main menu screen and wait for programming to download.
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Page 18: Operation
Go to the Tailgater Mode instructions on page 20. Your local channels may not be available when traveling outside your home area. The KING Rover will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV’s Ka band satellites at 99° and 103°. - Page 19 2. NOTE: If you move the vehicle, you will have to re-acquire the satellites by repeating the scan process. The KING Rover will go into “sleep mode” after 15 minutes and the COAX CONNECTION light will dim. Press POWER to wake unit up if necessary, i.
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Page 20: Second Receiver Operation - Dish And Bell Tv
SECOND RECEIVER OPERATION - DISH AND BELL TV Section 6 INITIAL SETUP FOR SECOND RECEIVER Antenna locked on receiver connected! 1. With the antenna locked on the satellite and the second receiver connected to 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 21 DOWNLOADING PROGRAMMING TO THE SECOND RECEIVER 1. After completing the steps on the previous page, re-set the second receiver by pressing the POWER button on the front panel for 10 seconds. The TV picture will go away and should reappear within two minutes. The receiver will then download the program guide to show only the channels available on the current satellite as determined by the channel selected on the main receiver.
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Page 22: Tailgater Mode
If your receiver is NEW AND UNACTIVATED, START HERE. If not, go to page 26. 1. If your KING Rover 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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 28 If your receiver is NEW AND UNACTIVATED, start on page 20. 1. If your KING Rover 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 29 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 30 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 31 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 32: Troubleshooting
Inclement weather can occasionally cause loss of signal. Wait till weather improves and rescan. If problem persists, call KING Service at (952) 922-6889. ERROR light and COAX Coax between antenna unit Connect coax between antenna... -
Page 33: Maintenance
This loss of signal is commonly referred to as “rain fade” and is caused by the combination of water in the atmosphere and water on the dome surface. To minimize this issue and eliminate the effects of water on the dome, apply KING Dome Magic rain ®... -
Page 34: Limited Warranty
KING for repairs. A certified dealer must not perform any repair without first contacting KING for a Service Order Number. KING will advise the dealer on how to proceed with any repairs. - Page 36 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438 PH 952.922.6889 || FAX 952.922.8424 || kingcontrols.com 21443 Rev E...