Kathrein CAP 750 GPS Operational manual

Translation of the original
operating manual
CAP 750 GPS
HDP 750 GPS
English
CAP 750 GPS
HDP 750 GPS
IMPORTANT
Read carefully
before use!
Only with CAP 750 GPS

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Contents
1 General 4
2 Scope of Delivery 5
3 Intended Use 6
4 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines 7
5 Installation and Connection 12
5.1 Installing and Connecting the Turntable 12
5.1.1 Required Tools and Equipment 12
5.1.2 Unpacking and Preparing 12
5.1.3 Selecting the Installation Location 13
5.1.4 Installing the Cable Gland and Mounting Plate 15
5.1.5 Installation of the Turntable 17
5.1.6 Installing the Turntable 19
5.1.7 Laying the Cables and Connecting the Turntable 20
5.1.8 Functional Instructions for Connection to the On-board Power Supply 21
5.1.9 Connection Example for 12 V Battery Connection 22
5.2 Installation and Connection of the CAP Converter 22
5.2.1 Selection of a Suitable Installation Location 22
5.2.2 Preparing the CAP Converter for Installation 24
5.2.3 Important Instructions for Installation 24
5.2.4 Installing the CAP Converter on the Rear Panel of a TV Set 25
5.2.5 Installing the CAP Converter 26
5.2.6 Connecting the CAP converter 27
5.2.7 Connection Example for 12 V Battery Connection 27
5.3 Installation and Connection of the CTS 750-xx GPS 28
5.3.1 Connection Example for 12 V Battery Connection 28
6 Reception Range/Footprint 29
7 Dismantling for Servicing 30
7.1 Dismantling the Turntable 30
7.2 Address of the Service Centre 30
8 Polarisation Setting 31
8.1 About Polarisation Setting 31
8.2 Safety Instructions 32
8.3 Setting Operations 32
9 Manually Lowering the Antenna to Park Position 34
9.1 Safety Instructions 34
9.2 Manually Lowering the Turntable 35
10 Technical Data and Dimensions 36
10.1 Technical Data 36
10.2 Dimensions (in mm) 37
11 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines 39

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12 CAP750 GPS Operating Instructions 40
12.1 Installing the CAP Converter 41
12.2 Change of Location 41
12.3 Operating the Turntable Using the External Push-button 41
12.3.1 Starting the Turntable 41
12.3.2 Moving the Turntable to the Park Position. 41
12.3.3 Performing a Reset 41
12.4 Updating Channel List and Software 42
12.4.1 Updating the Channel List 42
12.4.2 Preparing a software update 42
12.4.3 Performing a software update 42
12.5 LED Status Display on the CAP Converter V2 - external Pushbutton 43
12.6 Possible Malfunctions 44
12.6.1 Error Indication on the CAP Converter/External Push-button 44
12.6.2 Other Problems 44
13 Addresses 44
13.1 Service and Suppor 44
13.2 Factory Repair Centre 44
13.3 Service Partners 44
14 Disposal 44
15 Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity 45
16 Optional accessories 45
17 Connection of the current-carrying cables 46

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General
1 General
Company address
KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH
Anton-Kathrein-Straße 1 - 3
83022 Rosenheim, Germany

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2 Scope of Delivery
①Parabolic reflector 60cm
②Twin LNB
③Turntable with integral controls
④ CAP converter
The MobiSet 3CAP750 GPS consists of:
●Turntable ③complete with control electronics, pre-assembled parabolic reflector ①and twin LNB ②
●Mounting plate
●Complete cabling set:
1x master coaxial cable1), 3m, marked in red, for the master connection to the CAP converter V2 2)
1x slave coaxial cable1), 3m, for connection to a second receiver or TV with an integrated receiver
1x power supply cable1), 3m
1x coaxial extension cable, 5m, F-type female connector to F-type male connector
1x power supply extension cable, 7 m for connection to the on-board power supply
1x blade-type fuse and fuse holder
●Roof duct with sealing gasket
●CAP converter V2 ④with a 12 V connection cable and LED/pushbutton cable 3)
●4 x wood screw, 4.5 mm x 30mm
●CAP 750 GPS, CTS 750-xx GPS operating manual
1) Fixed connection to the turntable
2) A coaxial cable F-socket/F-socket is required to connect the TV set to the CAP converter (cable length depends on the distance
between the two devices). This cable is not included. For this, see 12.1 Installing the CAP Converter,p.41.
3) only with CAP 750 GPS
①
②
③
④

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Intended Use
3 Intended Use
The CAP 750 GPS and CTS 750-xx GPS are designed to receive digital TV and radio channels via satellite. The automatic
positioner is intended to be used as a turntable for the Kathrein parabolic reflector.
The turntable can be used to receive digital TV and radio signals in the frequency range from from 10.70 to 12.75GHz; the
antenna cannot receive terrestrial signals such as DVB-T/DVB-T2.
The CAP 750 GPS is a receiver-independent solution and can be used in conjunction with any satellite-enabled end
device. The CAP converter manages the communication and control of the system and converts the signals received
from the end device into CAP-compliant signals. This enables the fully automatic alignment of the parabolic reflector for
the reception of digital satellite signals.
The turntable is designed for use on stationary caravans or motor homes.
Any other use than that specified above will invalidate the warranty or guarantee.
The following circumstances result in the loss of all warranty and liability claims towards the manufacturer:
●improper installation
●use of non-specified mounting materials, which cannot guarantee the mechanical reliability of the antenna system
●impermissible use, e.g. use of the parabolic reflector for storage
●structural changes or interference with the components and mounting accessories in the set, which could endanger
both the mechanical and functional reliability
●improper or forcible opening of the components,
●use of cleaners containing solvents, such as acetone, nitro-cellulose thinners, petrol, etc.
●failure to observe installation and safety instructions in this manual

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4 Safety Instructions and General Guidelines
Danger to life from electric shock when touching electrical installations!
►Maintain a minimum clearance of 1 m from all electrical devices.
►Disconnect the turntable and all the units connected to it from the power supply during installation/
repairs/dismantling.
►Make sure that modifications to the electrical installations in the vehicle are only carried out by a
specialist. Do not make any unauthorised changes to the turntable!
Risk of severe injuries during installation/repairs/dismantling on the vehicle roof!
►Position the vehicle horizontally.
►Wear stable shoes with non-slip soles.
►Use a working platform.
►Make sure that the person carrying out the installation or repair has a secure position to stand and
hold on whilst working.
►Make sure that the person carrying out the installation or repair does not suer from vertigo and can
move around safely on the roof of the caravan or motor home.
►Make sure that the vehicle roof is suciently strong and stable. If in doubt, contact a qualified
specialist dealer or the manufacturer of your vehicle.
►Make sure that there is nobody below the antenna inside the caravan/motor home during installation/
repairs/dismantling.
►Make sure that the roof and climbing aid are dry, clean and non-slip.
Risk of severe injuries due to moving parts, especially risk of crushing!
►Make sure that no one, and in particular, no children, is in the immediate vicinity of the turntable and
cannot touch any moving parts.
►Disconnect the turntable and all the units connected to it from the power supply during installation/
repairs/dismantling.
Risk of damage when the permissible wind speeds or vehicle speeds are exceeded!
Risk of accidents due to collision of the antenna with objects!
An increase in the normal vehicle height due to the antenna not being lowered can lead to an increased
risk of accidents. The driver bears sole responsibility for the condition of the superstructure and external
fittings! In stormy weather, the turntable and the vehicle could be damaged.
►Follow the instructions in the installation and operating manuals for the units used and for the external
fittings and superstructures.
►Before commencing a journey or if there is a storm warning (with wind speeds exceeding 90 km/h),
lower the antenna into the horizontal position (park position).
►Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed for vehicles of 130 km/h.
Risk of malfunction or material damage due to operation outside the permissible temperature
range!
►Operate the turntable in an ambient temperature range from –20° C to +45° C.
►When selecting the installation and setup location, ensure that the receiver is suciently ventilated.

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Safety Instructions and General Guidelines
Proper installation and safety
The system may be installed only by qualified specialist personnel!
To prevent hazards during installation, operation or when driving on public highways, the instruc-
tions and information in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Proper installation and connection
of the system are prerequisites for conformity with the corresponding standards.
Essential information
A crucial safety factor is proper performance of installation and electrical connection work, and the specified alignment
of the turntable in the direction of travel (park position), see Chapter 5,p.12.
►Comply as precisely as possible with the installation conditions and steps described.
Adhesive sealant
The turntable is attached to the roof of the vehicle by adhesive and is secured by additional screws. The glue is not
part of the delivery. Use a sealant for vehicle construction with a tensile strength (DIN 53505) ≥ 1,8 MPa and a shear
stress (DIN 53283) ≥ 2,5MPA. We recommend Dekasyl MS-5 Kraftkleber (Manufacturer Deka Kleben & Dichten GmbH,
D-63691 Ranstadt) or Sikaflex-291i (Manufacturer Sika AG, CH-6341 Baar).
Please refer to the processing of the adhesive on the safety instructions and technical data sheet of the manufacturer.
Risk of material damage due to improper use of the adhesive sealant!
►During installation work, comply strictly with the processing and safety instructions for the adhesive
sealant of the manufacturer.
Road Trac Licensing Regulations (StVZO)
The applicable regulations of the German StVZO must be observed in respect of fixed installation of the turntable on a
vehicle which is driven on public highways. In particular, Articles 19/2; 30 C; 32 (2) and EC directive 74/483 EEC are appli-
cable.
Briefly, they state that no endorsement of the vehicle documentation is required unless the antenna unit causes the
height of the laden vehicle to exceed 2 m, or the antenna unit projects beyond the outer lateral outline of the vehicle.
The maximum permissible height of 4m (vehicle and antenna unit) must not be exceeded.

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Cables
Risk of smouldering fire!
Tying the cables up with a wire or the like could cause a smouldering fire.
►Disentangle and remove the wire or the like.
Trip hazard due to cables!
Crushing or excessively stretching cables can cause a smouldering fire.
►Lay cables in such a way that no one can tread on them or trip over them.
Risk of parasitic induction or interference emissions!
An inappropriate cable or extension cable can cause parasitic induction or interference emissions, thus
reducing the picture quality.
►When extending the antenna cable, use a 75 Ω coaxial cable with a screening factor of at least 75 dB.
Risk of material damage due to reversed polarity!
When connecting the power cables, reversed polarity can lead to thermal overload and damage to compo-
nents when the equipment is powered up.
►When connecting the power cables (CAP converter and turntable) to the vehicle electrical system,
make sure that the poles are not reversed.
Supply voltage, fusing
Risk of severe injuries due to cable fire!
Removing or bypassing the fuse in the cable can cause cable fire.
►Do not remove or bypass the fuse in the cable.
Risk of material damage due to the absence of a blade fuse in the cable!
►Protect the positive wire (red) of the power supply cable by using a 15 A blade fuse.
►The fuse must be installed by a specialist.
►If the fuse is blown, replace it by a fuse of the same rating (15 A).
►Eliminate the cause of the fault.
To ensure a reliable function of the connection/control unit:
►Operate the system from your vehicle’s battery (12V) or a suitable power supply unit. The power supply unit must
ensure a stable output voltage of 12V, a continuous current of 11A and 8A (20ms) surge current. The short-time
power consumption is up to a maximum of 7 A (for < 10 ms).
►Connect the power cable directly to the battery.

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Safety Instructions and General Guidelines
Using the cable core marked Ignition, the power supply cable is connected to the ignition current circuit. This way, the
turntable has a function for automatic lowering of the antenna. The lowering takes place as soon as the vehicle ignition
circuit is turned on.
►When connecting the control unit to the on-board power supply, make sure that the 12V, Earth and Ignition wires
cannot be disconnected by intermediate switches, as this could deactivate the automatic lowering function.
The antenna is lowered within 5seconds of the ignition being switched on, even if the CAP converter is switched o.
Checks before commencing a journey
To ensure a safe journey:
►Before commencing a journey, always lower the antenna into the horizontal position (park position).
►If the antenna has collided with a fixed or movable object, check if the system is still securely attached.
►As the antenna is subjected to vibration loads during driving, check at regular intervals, depending on the frequency
of driving, whether the system is still securely attached and tighten any parts that have worked loose.
►Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 130 km/h for vehicles with a receiver unit mounted on the roof.
►Lower the antenna if it will not be used for a long period. This makes the securing bolts more dicult to access
(protection against theft).
Antenna in the park position whilst driving
Always lower the antenna into the horizontal position (park position) whilst driving. To remind yourself of
this, place the sticker from the supplementary sheet in the visual range of your vehicle ignition switch.
Direction of travel