MotoSAT GPS User manual

GPS
INSTALLATION
&
USER GUIDE
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Rev 03.25.11
Compatible with the following controllers
TV Internet
Nomad 3 ESA
Nomad SD/SD2

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INDEX
BILL OF ATERIALS
Components for configuration 3
BLOCK DIAGRA OF INSTALLATION 4
CONTROLLERS
Rear View and Definitions 5
OPERATION
TV 6
ESA 7
GPS OPERATION 8
INSTALLATION TIPS /ERROR CODES 9
INSTALLATION PICTURES 10
GPS WIRING DIAGRA 11
CONTACT INFOR ATION 12

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Components
For
GPS Assembly
Pictures
1. How the GPS Assembly is shipped.
2. Components that go into a GPS Kit. ( ounting Bracket, GPS odule (PC Board)
3. Splitter (voltage passing from the single port side through to the dual port side)
Part Number
213-GPS-002 GPS Kit
Kit Includes
1 ea. 413-GPS-002 GPS Antenna Assembly
1 ea. 339-HFS2P High Frequency Splitter 900-1250
1 ea. 901-GPS anual GPS-002 Installation Guide
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GPS LAYOUT
For use with NO AD 3, SD/SD2 or ESA Controllers ONLY
Note: For TV - Nomad 3 Software version 37.6 and Nomad SD/SD2 Version 27 (or greater) is required.
Splitter
To Satellite receiver
or odem
GPS odule
Use any connection To LNB except noted
below.
Note: When using the DP-3 Dish
Network LNB the 1
st
connection on the
left (coded white) can only be used for
External Dish “IN”. It is not an “output”
from LNB” connection.
The
GPS Module
should be placed in an area that is not covered at any time so that it can
receive GPS satellite signals.
The GPS Module must be mounted onto the coax that is in a direct line from mount to the
Nomad 3, SD SD2 or MESA Controller. The GPS Module is powered by the satellite
receiver or MESA Controller and it must be in line for proper operation.
The High Frequency Splitter must be connected in the above manner and mounted in such
a way as to keep it out of standing water.
For TV application the Splitter can be connected to any connector at the base of the dish
with exception of position 4 but it must go eventually through the Nomad 3, SD or SD2
Controller to the satellite receiver.
For MESA application the splitter must be placed onto the LNB line.
Apply Dielectric grease to all exposed connections to protect from the elements.
To Satellite receiver
or odem
ESA
TV

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Nomad 3, SD, SD2 or ESA
REAR VIEW
The Rear Panel consists of a plug in connections Main Power and Motor Control Cable
(optional with the MESA) and F-Connectors To TV Receiver or Internet Mo em and To TV
Mount or Internet LNB.
CONNECTIONS
DC Voltage: This connection provides the +12 or +1 volt DC input power to the
controller.
Control Cable: This connection sends power to the motors and receives positioning
data from the mount. (Optional with the MESA)
.
To TV Receiver or Internet odem:
This connector provides power to the GPS Module from the satellite receiver.
When used on the MESA Controller, the controller provides the power to the
GPS Module.
To TV ount or Internet LNB:
This connector provides connection to the mount by way of the High
Frequency splitter and receives both GPS data and the LNB signal from
the mount.
TV NOTE: For DirecTV LNB Slim Line High Definition Receivers, install the B-Band
Converter (BBC) between the Nomad Controller and the mount. For DirecTV receivers with
‘built in’ B-Band Converters o not run the coax from the Nomad controller to the receiver.
For Dish Network Receivers that use a Separator, install it between the Nomad Controller and
the receiver.
12 VDC Control Cable To TV Receiver To TV ount
or 15 VDC (Optional with the ESA) Or Internet odem or Internet LNB

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OPERATION
The following is a basic operation of the Nomad Controllers and is meant to get the
system up and running in a short period of time.
TV POWER UP
Nomad 3
After making all the proper connections of the Nomad 3 Controller to the system, turn
ON the power using the POWER button. The unit will begin to do a self test routine. This will
take a few seconds. If the satellite receiver was connected through the Nomad 3 and has been
powered on for at least -10 minutes then you may push the FIND button at any time even
before the DVB LED goes out. You may do this because the receiver has been powering the
GPS device and the GPS has been storing valid data. If you want to make sure that valid data
has been received by the GPS then do the following:
• The DVB LED will stay illuminated for approximately 7-10 seconds at which
time it is checking to see if a GPS System has been installed.
• If a GPS is detected the LOCK LED will begin to alternately flash until
communications is established.
• When LOCK LED stays on solid and the DVB LED goes out the system has
established contact with the GPS satellites and is ready for proper operation.
• Press FIND and the dish will begin its search routine and locate the
preprogrammed satellite(s) or if you had previously pressed FIND the system will
automatically start its search routing.
• For additional information concerning operation of the Nomad Controller, consult
your Nomad 3 Controller USERS GUIDE.
Nomad SD or SD2
After making all the proper connections of the Nomad SD or SD2 Controller to the
system, turn ON the power using the POWER button. If the satellite receiver was connected
through the Nomad SD or SD2 and has been powered on for at least -10 minutes it has been
powering the GPS device and the GPS has been storing valid data.
• Press FIND and the dish will begin its search routine and locate the
preprogrammed satellite(s) after receiving proper GPS satellite data.
• For additional information concerning operation of the Nomad Controller, consult
your Nomad SD or SD2 Controller USERS GUIDE.

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ESA GPS Operation
ESA Controller
After making all the proper connections to the MESA Controller, turn ON the power
using the POWER button. The unit will begin internal self checks. One of those checks will be
to see if it has a valid GPS read. This could take a few minutes.
• When power is first applied to the MESA Controller it will immediately begin to
acquire GPS satellites.
• When sufficient GPS satellites are detected the GPS LED will illuminate
indicating that the system has established contact with the GPS satellites and is
ready for proper operation.
• Press the FIND button and the dish will begin its search routine and locate the
preprogrammed satellite.
• If the FIND button is depressed before the GPS LED is on solid the system will
not activate until it does or if no GPS information is received within minutes the
system will activate and use the GPS information that was stored previously and
use that data to acquire the targeted satellite.

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TV GPS Operation
Nomad 3
The GPS can receive its power from the satellite receiver. It can also receive power from
the Nomad 3 controller. To receive power from the satellite receiver it must be plugged in and
sending power to the GPS by way of the Nomad 3 Controller in order for the GPS to receive
satellite coordinates. Note: the Nomad Controller does not have to be powered on. If the
satellite receiver is unplugged it must be plugged in for approximately -10 minutes prior to
pressing FIND in order for the GPS module to be updated with current GPS information.
If the receiver is providing power while driving then the GPS information will be
gathered and stored every minutes. Upon arrival at a site for deployment, the GPS Module
will have current data stored. If the receiver is powered on then you may press FIND at any
time after the housekeeping routine of the Nomad 3 Controller is complete. The receiver is not
required to be on all the time just as long as it is powered on at least minutes prior to
deployment.
In the case of the Nomad 3, if you do not have the receiver in line with the controller
when you turn on the Nomad Controller you must wait for the LOCK LED to stop blinking and
stay on solid before pressing the FIND button.
The system may be deployed without receiving the latest GPS coordinates. When
deployed without latest information it will act on the last coordinates stored. To do this, press
the FIND Button once and then again. The second time, hold the FIND button for an additional
3 seconds. This procedure eliminates the need for GPS data and starts the search routine.
Nomad SD or SD2
The GPS can receive its power from the satellite receiver. It can also receive power from
the Nomad SD or SD2 controller. To receive power from the satellite receiver it must be
plugged in and sending power to the GPS by way of the Nomad SD or SD2 Controller for it to
receive the GPS satellite coordinates. Note: the Nomad SD or SD2 Controller does not have to
be powered on. If the satellite receiver is unplugged it must be plugged in for approximately -
10 minutes prior to pressing FIND in order for the GPS module to be updated with current GPS
information.
If the receiver is providing power while driving then the GPS information will be
gathered and stored every minutes. Upon arrival at a site for deployment, the GPS Module
will have current data stored. If the receiver is powered on then you may press FIND at any
time after the housekeeping routine of the Nomad SD or SD2 Controller is complete. The
receiver is not required to be on all the time just as long as it is receiving power at least
minutes prior to deployment.
The system may be deployed without receiving the latest GPS coordinates. When
deployed without latest information it will act on the last coordinates stored. To do this, press
the FIND Button once and then again. The second time, hold the FIND button for an additional
3 seconds. This procedure eliminates the need for GPS data and starts the search routine.

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INSTALLATION
TIPS
When installing the GPS Module to work with your TV or MESA system it must be placed in a location
that can give it an unobstructed view of the sky.
DO NOT
• Do not place the GPS Module under the dish or any object that can block the GPS signal
reception from the satellites.
• Do not place in a location subject to standing water.
• Do not install the splitter where water damage could occur.
DO
• Protect all outside coax connections from moisture using a form of dielectric grease.
• Secure all coax connections properly.
• Read all instructions before beginning.
ERROR CODES
Nomad SD/SD2
• If the controller is configured for SHAW Direct and no GPS detected is detected upon POWER
UP sequence the FIND LED will blink 22 times and repeat indicating “No GPS Detected”.
Probable Cause
1. Splitter installed improperly - Refer to Installation Diagram
2. Splitter bad - Check for voltage at the GPS/Mount
3. No GPS installed - Contact installing dealer
4. GPS not connected to Nomad - Refer to Installation Diagram
. GPS is bad - Replace GPS
• If the controller is configured for other than SHAW Direct then the above still applies. SHAW
Direct software version 1000 and above requires that a GPS be installed.

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Sample TV Installation

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GPS WIRING DIAGRA
This splitter is
Voltage passing
ONE WAY
Splitter
In from LNB
CONTROLLER
ESA ount
TV ount
GPS

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