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Marine Satellite Antenna for TV SATMAR45 Installation & User Manual...
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SATMAR45 This manual contains important product information on the use and maintenance of your SATMAR-45 marine satellite system. Please refer this manual for installa- tion, operation, maintenance and contact information. Prior to contacting the manufacturer or dealer, have this manual and serial number available for reference.
Majestic Global NZ Ltd. Table of Contents Introduction 1.1 SATMAR-45 System Overview 1.2 System Compatibility 1.3 Direct Broadcast Satellite Overview 1.4 Line of Sight (LOS) Interruption 1.5 System Components Installation 2.1 Unpacking the SATMAR-45 2.2 Antenna Installation Operation 3.1 Operating the SATMAR-45 3.2 The Satellite Acquisition with the SATMAR-45...
SATMAR45 1 Introduction The SATMAR45 satellite system is the innovative and a technologically advanced satellite antenna system for marine applications. SATMAR45 has a unique combination of state-of-the art components with the most sophisticated satellite acquisition and tracking programs to provide the following features: ■...
Majestic Global NZ Ltd. 1.2 System Compatibility The SATMAR-45 satellite antenna is fully compatible with Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) satellites, as well as OPTUS D1 satellite. At present, there is one Direct Broadcast Satellite position over New Zealand. 1.3 Direct Broadcast Satellite Overview Direct Broadcast Service (DBS) satellites broadcast audio, video and data information from satellites located 22,000 miles in space.
1.5 System Components The standard SATMAR-45 antenna system consists of the Outdoor Unit (ODU, dome antenna), the Indoor Unit (IDU), which includes the Power Supply. SATMAR45 Outdoor Unit (ODU): The Outdoor Unit houses the electronics, dish, LNB within a radome. Figure 1-3...
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Figure 1-4 SATMAR45 Indoor Unit (IDU): The IDU supplies power and commands to the SATMAR45. This device allows for selection of the satellite from which you wish to receive a signal. Figure 1-5...
■ Install the Indoor Unit (IDU), Power Supply near the Satellite Receiver (Decoder) and TV ■ Connect the cables 2.1 Unpacking the SATMAR45 The following items are included in the packaging of the SATMAR45: Item Description Quantity Outdoor Antenna Assembly (ODU)
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1. Upon opening the shipping container remove the items listed in the table on the previous page. 2.1.2 Installation Tools and Materials The SATMAR45 system is designed for simple installation and setup. However, the following list of equipment or items should be available during installation of the SATMAR45: ■...
5. The following describes the basic wiring configurations for the SATMAR45 antenna system. ■ Connect the RF cable to the SATMAR45 port (antenna) on the back of the IDU ■ Connect one end of the supplied coax cable to the receiver port on the back of the IDU ■...
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The light indicators on the IDU have three different modes of operation. Once the power switch is turned on the SATMAR45 will go into a ● search mode and look for the Optus D1 satellite. The light will come up and indicate “searching”...
SATMAR45 3 Operation 3.1 Operating the SATMAR-45 The SATMAR-45 system is easy to use. Under normal conditions, operation of the SATMAR-45 requires no intervention from the user. Antenna unit initialization and satellite acquisition is completely automatic. 3.2 The Satellite Acquisition with the SATMAR-45 system 3.2.1 Power on...
4.1 Causes and Remedies for Operational Issues There are a number of common issues that can affect the signal quality and/or the operation of the SATMAR45 antenna system. The following sections address these issues and potential solutions. 4.1.1 System Not Power-On ■...
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SATMAR45 4.1.5 Snow, Rain or Dew pooling on Dome ■ Check the satellite trying to acquire ■ Select receiver menu, set the correct LNB frequency setting ■ Check the LNB skew angle 4.1.6 Satellite Receiver ■ Check the satellite trying to acquire ■...
Majestic Global NZ Ltd. 5 Maintenance The SATMAR45 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 and cleaning of the dome with mild soap and water is recommended.
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SATMAR45 Appendix A - System Specification Frequency Band Ku Band Operating Frequency 12.25GHz ~ 12.75GHz LNB Local Frequency 11.3GHz Dish Diameter 4 5cm Radome Diameter 55cm Radome Height 53cm Antenna Weight 15kg Antenna Gain 32dBi Polarization Type Stabilization Type 2-Axis DC Motor Elevation Range 15°...
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Majestic Global NZ Ltd. Appendix B - Glossary Azimuth: The horizontal angle of observer’s bearing measured clock- wise from a reference direction. It is circular rotation around the vehicle hereby. Elevation: Angle in degrees measured from the ground level. Signal Strength: Intensity of electronic signal received from the...
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It is the customer’s responsibility to verify the date of purchase returning the warranty card included with the product to Majestic within 30 days of purchase, or by providing a dated sales re- ceipt for the Majestic product under warranty with the warranty claim.
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Majestic Global NZ Ltd. Notes Majestic Global NZ Ltd.
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