Kathrein HDS 42 User manual

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About These Application Notes
This document is part of the product.
►Read these application notes carefully before using
the switch for the first time.
►Perform all operating steps described in these notes in
the specified sequence.
For the most up-to-date version of this document, visit
the Kathrein website at www.kathrein-ds.com.
Keep these notes in a safe place for future
reference and include them with the unit
when passing it on to the next user.
Features
■The HDS 42 automatically detects which system (fully automatic or manual) is receiving a TV signal and forwards the
signal to the receiver/TV set, thus eliminating the need for reconnecting the coax cable
■No power supply required
■Connections: F connectors
■For indoor installation
Scope of Supply
■HDS 42
■1 x cross-head screw M4x8
■Application notes
Transport and Storage
►Use the original packaging for transport; store the device in a dry place
►Make sure there is no water condensation build-up
Intended Use
The HDS 42 is suitable exclusively for mobile satellite reception. Any use other than that described in these application
notes is not permitted and will lead to loss of warranty and guarantee as well as to exclusion of liability. This also applies
if the device is modified or retrofitted.
Installation and safety instructions
■The HDS 42 may only be installed in dry rooms
■Do not install on or against easily combustible material
■The equipment must be provided with an equipotential bonding wire (Cu, at least 4 mm2)
■The safety regulations set out in the current EN 60728-11 and EN 60065 standards must be complied
with
■Fasteners: screws, max. Ø 4 mm
■Connectors: RF connectors 75 Ω (F series) according to EN 61169-24
HDS 42 2040000006
CAP/HDS Switch

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HDS 42 Switch
The HDS 42 is used for automatically switching the satellite signal on a TV set/receiver between a receiver-independent,
automatic turntable and the HDS 166 antenna set.
This eliminates the need for reconnecting the coax cable when changing the source of the satellite signal.
Practical application:
If your fully automatic system has no direct line of sight of a satellite (no signal), e.g. due to an obstacle (tree, building,
etc.), you can simply connect the signal from a manual satellite system, which is freely positionable, to your TV set/
receiver via the external socket. The HDS 42 automatically switches over the signal.
The HDS 42 can only be used in combination with the CAP converter, software version 5.11 or higher.
Installation
HDS 42
2040000006
Dach-
Antenne 2
DC out
Außen-
Steckdose 2
DC out
TV 2
DC in
Außen-
Steckdose 1
DC in/out
TV 1
DC in
Dach-
Antenne 1
DC out
CAP-Konverter
1. TV
Master cable
1. Outdoor socket
IF Input
IF Output
Optional
HDS 42
CAP
turntable
2. Outdoor socket
2. TV

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Application Examples
HDS 42
2040000006
Dach-
Antenne 2
DC out
Außen-
Steckdose 2
DC out
TV 2
DC in
Außen-
Steckdose 1
DC in/out
TV 1
DC in
Dach-
Antenne 1
DC out
CAP-Konverter
Master cable
1. Outdoor socket
IF Input
IF Output
Optional
HDS 42
CAP
turntable
2. Outdoor socket
1. TV
Installed inside
TV mobile
e.g. in the awning
2. TV
Reception via roof antenna
HDS 42
2040000006
Dach-
Antenne 2
DC out
Außen-
Steckdose 2
DC out
TV 2
DC in
Außen-
Steckdose 1
DC in/out
TV 1
DC in
Dach-
Antenne 1
DC out
CAP-Konverter
Master cable
IF Input
IF Output
Optional
HDS 42
CAP
turntable
in parking position
2. Outdoor socket
2. TV
No signal (tree, building, ...)
1. Outdoor socket
1. TV
HDS 166
No reception via roof antenna
If reception via the roof antenna is possible, a
TV set can be operated at the external socket
1 (e.g. in the awning). In this case, the twin
cable of your roof antenna is used.
The external socket 2 has no function in this
mode.
If reception via the roof antenna is not
possible, a manual antenna (e.g. HDS 166)
or a satellite signal (e.g. from the campsite
operator) can be connected to the external
socket 1 (software version 5.20 and higher).
The alignment of a manual antenna can be
performed via the CAPcontrol app.
If a signal is also connected to the external
socket 2, you can operate two TV sets inde-
pendently of each other.
When using a CAP turntable, it must be
moved to the park position.

Technical Data
Type | Order No. HDS 42
2040000006
Frequency range inputs/outputs SAT MHz 950–2150
Connection loss (all connections) dB 2
Return loss (all connections) dB 10
Input decoupling dB 20
Subscriber decoupling (TV 1 → TV 2) dB 20
Power consumption mA 30
Power dissipation 14 V/18 V W 0.42/0.54
Remote supply current, inputs mA 400
Impedance Ω 75
Permissible ambient temperature in operation °C -20 to +55
Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 86 x 59 x 26
Packaging dimensions mm 195 x 165 x 115
Weight (approx.) kg 0.115
Disposal
Electronic Equipment
Electronic equipment is not domestic waste – in accordance with Directive 2012/19/EC OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of 04th July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment, it must be
disposed of properly. At the end of its service life, take this unit to a designated public collection point for
disposal.
www.kathrein-ds.com | [e-mail] 9360000476/b/A5/STM/0521/GB | Subject to change.
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