King-Dome Trac-King In-Motion 9760 Installation And Operating Instruction

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Trac-King In-Motion Satellite System

#9760/9762

Installation and Operating Instructions

K K I I N N G G

C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S

Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets

11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453

Phone: 800-982-9920

Fax: 952-922-8424

www.kingcontrols.com

1355 REV C

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Page 1 Trac-King ® Trac-King In-Motion Satellite System #9760/9762 Installation and Operating Instructions K K I I N N G G C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: 800-982-9920 Fax: 952-922-8424...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was accurate at the time of printing. If your King-Dome does not operate as outlined in this manual please call King Controls at 1-800-982-9920 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com.
Page 3: Introduction
Trac-King. Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing. (Not supplied by King Controls.) Fig. 1 Trac-King KING-DOME START/STOP DISPLAYSELECT MODIFY Note: For 9762 Dual In-Motion system see Pages 12-13. Page 2...
Page 4: Definition Of Terms
DEFINITION OF TERMS SECTION 2 AZIMUTH: Circular rotation around the vehicle. (like a clock face: front of vehicle is 12:00, rear is 6:00) (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 ELEVATION: Angle in degrees measured from the ground plane. (Fig. 3) Fig. 3 SIGNAL STRENGTH: Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission.
Page 5: Installation
INSTALLATION SECTION 3 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 - 5/32” allen wrench, channel lock or pliers (to remove shipping bolt) - wire cutter (to remove shipping tie strap) KIT CONTENTS: 1.
Page 6 IMPORTANT! The tie strap, bolt and plastic spacers must be removed from the bottom of the dome unit prior to installation. DO NOT REMOVE THE DOME COVER TO REMOVE THESE SHIPPING RESTRAINTS. 2. Remove and discard the tie strap, bolt and plastic spacers that pass through the bottom of the base.
Page 7 DOME LOCATION 3. Select an area on the roof for the dome unit and the location where the wiring will enter the vehicle through the roof to the satellite receiver and internal components, using the following criteria: a) The shortest distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most desirable.
Page 8 Fig. 7 Example of truck installation using bracket. See bracket instructions for proper installation. IMPORTANT! The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab: NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame. DOME INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Make sure shipping restraints are removed from bottom of dome unit. (Fig.
Page 9 Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fastener to secure the dome unit to the roof. Depending on the roof material, fasteners such as lag screws, well nuts, sheet metal screws, toggle bolts and T anchors may be used, and should always be used in combination with a roof compatible sealant.
Page 10 10. Run coax from the dome unit to the roof edge, then along edge to location where coax will be fed into the vehicle. Secure coax to roof every 12-18 inches. (Fig. 10) 11. Drill 1/2” hole through the roof and into the cabinet where receiver is stored. Feed coax down through hole.
Page 11 ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! The coaxial cable that connects the dome unit to the tuner carries a 30 volt electrical current. Exercise extreme caution when handling this cable. Do not cut, break, or splice this line. Do not insert or connect any devices such as splitters or any other device for any reason.
Page 12 SINGLE LNB HOOK-UP Fig. 11 IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX. Page 11...
Page 13 ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! The coaxial cable that connects the dome unit to the tuner carries a 30 volt electrical current. Exercise extreme caution when handling this cable. Do not cut, break, or splice this line. Do not insert or connect any devices such as splitters or any other device for any reason.
Page 14 DUAL LNB HOOK-UP Fig. 12 IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX. Page 13...
Page 15: Operation
OPERATION SECTION 4 IMPORTANT! There must be a clear “line of sight” to the southern sky. Mountains, buildings, trees, telephone poles, etc. can all block the satellite signal from reaching the dish. 1. Turn ON the TV and satellite receiver. “Searching for Satellite Signal” or similar should appear on the TV.
Page 16 Note: To reduce satellite acquisition time, you can set your current region. SET REGION IDLE/HOLD 1. Press Unit goes into IDLE/HOLD mode. 2. Press USER SETUP Unit goes into USER SETUP menu. MAIN rev xxxx sn xxxxx 3. Press SET REGION Unit goes into SET REGION menu.
Page 17 SET SATELLITE SERVICE Note: The satellite setting allows the user to select the satellite and service provider of choice. For DIRECTV subscribers, the Track-King can also track a secondary or alternate satellite. Example: If you are a subscriber to the DIRECTV service most of the programming that you will be watching will be transmitted from the satellite located at 101 degrees.
Page 18 1. Press SET SATELLITE Unit goes into SET SATELLITE menu. -----?----- Display desired satellite 2. Press Use the plus and minus buttons to display on controller your desired satellite on the controller. RUN: SWITCHING 3. Press Sets SATELLITE in memory. ENTER Unit searches for new designated satellite.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 5 Controller does not power up. Check: tuner is connected to power supply. controller is connected to tuner. power supply is plugged into live outlet Controller remains in “POWER UP, PLEASE No communication between tuner and dome WAIT” condition. unit.
Page 20 Unit will not lock on satellite, Satellite signal is blocked from reaching unit. Move or drifts off satellite, vehicle to have unobstructed view of southern sky. Software needs rebooting. Perform Option21 Reboot and 0-RECALIBRATION. OPTION 21 REBOOT and 0-RECALIBRATE 1. Press MAIN 2 times to enter DEALER SETUP menu.
Page 21: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SECTION 6 The King-Dome Satellite System has been designed to be maintenance and trouble free. For optimum signal strength, keep the dome clean from dirt, bugs, and other debris. Periodic washing of the dome with mild soap and water is recommended.
Page 22: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 7 Every King Controls Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is covered by a two year parts and one year labor limited warranty from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not cover installation and external wiring or refurbished units.

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