King-Dome Relay KD5500 Owner's manual

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Digital TV Solutions for Mobile Markets
®
Automatic Satellite System
for DISH Network®Programming
Model KD5500
Installation and Operating Instructions
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IMPORTANT!
This King-Dome Automatic Satellite System is designed to work with both standard definition and high
definition satellite TV broadcasts from DISH Network’s satellites 110/119/129, and ONLYwith DISH Network
model ViP211, ViP211k and 411 receivers. It will not work with other DISH Network receiver models or with
equipment for other satellite TV service providers.
The mobile 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 [phone] or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com.
Please read this entire manual before beginning the installation process.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Contents Page
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................2
2. WIRING DIAGRAM........................................................................................................3
3. INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................4-7
4. OPERATION .............................................................................................................8-11
5. SECOND RECEIVER OPERATION.......................................................................12-13
6. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................14-17
7. MAINTENANCE...........................................................................................................18
8. LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................................19
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The King-Dome model KD5500 Automatic Satellite System is designed for permanent, roof mounted
installation on a recreational vehicle. A single coaxial cable connection between the King-Dome
antenna and your DISH Network model ViP211, ViP211k or 411 receiver provides power to the
automated positioning system under the dome and transmits your SD and HD satellite video signals
to your receiver.
An optional second receiver may be connected to provide independent channel viewing on two
different TVs. Your DISH Network programming is broadcast from two or three satellites and the
King-Dome automatically switches between satellites based on the channel selected on your main
receiver. Channels available on the second receiver will depend on the channel (satellite) selected
by the main receiver.
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
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
Fig. 1
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Fig. 2
SECTION 2 WIRING DIAGRAM
NOTE: All components sold separately except for dome unit and main 35 foot coax.
See your respective owner’s manuals for the best connections between your compatible DISH Network
receiver and TV.
IMPORTANT! Do not over tighten coax connections. Hand tighten only.
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DOME UNIT LOCATION
1. 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 inside using the following criteria:
a) A shorter distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most desirable.
b) The dome unit requires a 28 inch diameter mounting area.
c) The dome unit should be mounted on the centerline of the vehicle.
d) There must be no “line of sight” obstructions. Air conditioning units, other antennas, and
storage areas that are too close to the dome unit may prevent the satellite signal from
reaching the antenna (Fig. 3).
HEIGHT OF
OBSTRUCTION
APPROXIMATE
MINIMUM DISTANCE
TO DOME EDGE
10” 8”
11” 10”
12” 12”
13” 14”
14” 16”
15” 18”
16” 20”
Fig.3
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION
TIP: Many RVs are pre-wired for satellite with RG-6 coaxial cable. Contact the manufacturer of your RV or your local
dealer to verify where the coaxial cable for satellite pre-wire is located.
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2. Place dome unit on installation location chosen using the criteria discussed in the previous
section. Cable connections must be positioned facing rear of vehicle.
3. The dome unit must be positioned so that both mounting feet on each side of the vehicle are
equal distances from the roof edge. This should be checked by measuring the distance from
each foot to the roof edge. Confirm that these measurements are equal (Fig. 4).
IMPORTANT! Cable connections must ALWAYS be positioned facing the rear of vehicle.
Fig. 4
DOME UNIT INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT! The dome unit should never be mounted so that it is tilted more
than two degrees in any direction.
IMPORTANT!
Cable connections
must always face
REAR of vehicle.
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.
IMPORTANT! The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes with sealant.
4. Mount the dome unit. Use the pre-drilled holes in the mounting feet as a guide to install the
fasteners into the roof. Use additional fasteners whenever necessary.
5. Test that the dome unit is secure by pulling upward from each foot location.
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EXTERNAL WIRING
6. Fill end of coax cable that will connect to the MAIN port on the dome unit with supplied
dielectric grease. Connect this end of the coax cable to the MAIN port and tighten
connection (Fig. 5). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
If using a second receiver, fill end of second coax cable with supplied dielectric grease and
connect it to the AUX port. Tighten connection. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
NOTE: There are two coax ports on the back of the dome unit. The one labeled “MAIN” MUST be connected to the
main receiver in vehicle (DISH Network model ViP211,ViP211k, or 411 only). This is the receiver that will
control automatic satellite switching. The one labeled “AUX” can be used for an additional receiver (may be
any single tuner DISH Network receiver - see Section 5 of this manual).
Fig. 5
IMPORTANT! Coax connections should be snug. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!
IMPORTANT!
FILL ENDS OF BOTH EXTERNAL
COAX CONNECTIONS WITH GREASE.
Failure to do so will void product warranty.
7. Run the main coax from the back of the dome unit to the roof edge, then along the edge to
the location where it will be fed into the vehicle. If installing an optional second receiver, run
second coax to location where it will enter the vehicle. Secure wiring to roof every 12-18
inches (Fig. 6).
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10. Remove blue protective sheet and red “position to rear” sticker from the dome unit.
8. Drill 3/4” hole through the roof and into the cabinet where receiver is stored. Feed coax
down through hole. Seal opening with roof compatible sealant so that it is completely
waterproof (inside and outside of the 3/4” hole). Repeat for second coax if present.
9. Fasten cable entry cover to roof with appropriate adhesive sealant and roof fasteners. Seal
mounting holes, perimeter of cover and cable opening so they are completely waterproof.
Fig. 6
IMPORTANT!
Sealant must be roof compatible.
IMPORTANT! Use adhesive sealant compatible with roof material.
Installer is responsible for determining proper roof compatible adhesive sealant and
fasteners for cable entry cover.
Roof holes for cables must be sealed so they are completely waterproof. Mounting holes,
perimeter of cable entry cover and cable opening of cable entry cover must be sealed so
they are completely waterproof.
INTERNAL WIRING (FIG. 2, PAGE 3)
11. Connect the coax from the MAIN port on the King-Dome to SATELLITE IN on your main
receiver (must be DISH Network model ViP211, ViP211k or 411).
12. Follow the instructions in Section 5 if you plan to use a second receiver.
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1. Turn on your inverter or generator, or plug into a 110 VAC power source to provide 110 volt AC
power to your satellite receiver and TV.
The green light on your receiver should illuminate or begin cycling on and off. Wait for the
green light to turn solid (this may take up to two minutes).
If the green light does not illuminate after two minutes, power on your receiver using the
front panel power button.
GREEN POWER LIGHT
ViP211k RECEIVER FRONT PANEL
2. Turn on your TV.
Use your TV’s input selection menu to select the input that matches the connection to your
DISH Network receiver, i. e. if using an HDMI cable connection you should select the HDMI
TV input.
The Portable Antenna Setup screen will be displayed on your TV (shown on next page).
SECTION 4 OPERATION
IMPORTANT: Satellite TV reception requires a clear “line of sight” to the southern sky where the satellites
are located. Mountains, buildings, trees, telephone poles, etc. can all block the satellite
signal from reaching the antenna.
After completing the SCAN process, please call DISH Network at 1-800-333-DISH (3474) if you
need to authorize or re-authorize your satellite receiver.
THIS ANTENNA IS DESIGNED TO WORK AUTOMATICALLY WITH DISH NETWORK MODEL
ViP211, ViP211k AND 411 RECEIVERS AND WILL NOT WORK WITH OTHER DISH NETWORK
RECEIVER MODELS OR WITH EQUIPMENT FOR OTHER SATELLITE TV SERVICE
PROVIDERS.
IMPORTANT: If the Portable Antenna Setup screen does not display, press MENU, 6, 1, 1 on your DISH
Network remote control. Highlight the “Check Switch” button then press SELECT on your
remote.
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3. Use the arrow buttons on your remote to highlight the letter group that includes the first letter
of the state you are currently in.
Press SELECT on your remote.
4. Highlight the state you are currently in from the state menu.
Press SELECT on your remote. Page 9
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