Perfect-10 Acutrac 22 User manual

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Power the AcuTrac®
with the satellite receiver
or with the optional
battery pack.
The AcuTrac®22 can be connected directly to the DirecTV 5 x 4 switch
or can be connected directly to any standard LNBF.
The AcuTrac®22 can be powered by your satellite receiver or by
connecting it to an optional battery. If you have a satellite receiver
connected, the AcuTrac®22 will default to the power “ON” state. If you
are using a battery pack for power, you must press the “ON/MENU”
button to turn the AcuTrac®22 on.
Specifications
Input Frequency: 900-2200 MHz
Input Level: 20-100 dByV
Through Loss: 3.5 db
Input Impedance: 75 Ohm - "F" connector
Output Impedance: 75 Ohm - "F" connector
Measuring Method: LCD display with full text graphics
Pitch tone on audio speaker
Power Supply: From receiver through coaxial cable or
Optional external 12-18 vDC battery with
center pin positive (+)
Power Consumption: 40 mA
50 mA utilizing audio speaker
Overload Protection 800mA LNBF current draw limiter
(Meter indicates “Over Current”)
Input Voltage Tolerance Battery up to +18vDC max.
Receiver up to + 28vDC max.
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LNB1 38.5 LNB2 42.5
Optional Battery Pack
You can have both the battery and the satellite receiver plugged in
simultaneously without damaging any components.
We offer an optional battery pack or you can use a pack like in a cell
phone as long as the center pin of the input jack is positive (+)and it
supplies no more than 18 vDC..
Overview
Connect two short
jumpers from the
AcuTrac®22 directly
to the LNBFs on
the dish OR you can
connect directly to the
DirecTV 5x4 pigtail leads.
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
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OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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LNB1 38.8
LNB2 42.5
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LNB1
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With a built in 22Khz tone generator
Power demand over 800 mA
will result in an
“Over Current” indication.

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The AcuTrac®22is designed to be an aid in aligning satellite antennas so that they can
provide maximum performance. Please be aware of the fact that there are numerous
satellites which will cause the AcuTrac®22 to respond with a signal reading. The
installer must select the correct satellite(s) for alignment. It is quite easy to select the wrong satellite and find that the
satellite receiver indicates “No Signal”. The software provided with the satellite receiver can provide the elevation
and azimuth of the satellite(s) desired. With this information in-hand and a good compass you can point the antenna
in the proper direction. Then, with the aid of the AcuTrac®22, the performance of the antenna can be maximized by
watching the tuning bar and digital strength readings.
Please take time to read this instruction manual so you will be familiar with the capabilities of the AcuTrac®22.
Operation
Connect the satellite receiver or (optional) battery to
the AcuTrac®22. If you have connected a satellite
receiver, the AcuTrac®22 will power up
automatically, If you are using a battery, press the
“ON/MENU” button. The AcuTrac®22 is
immediately ready to begin antenna alignment. The
signal strength is indicated in digits just above each
bar graph. As you move the dish, you will see the
increase and decrease in signal strength. The objective is to maximize the signal reading on both bar graphs by minor
azimuth, elevation and rotation adjustments. When you have maximized the readings, lock the mount bolts. Re-
attach the LNBs to the switches or cables provided with the antenna. Then check your efforts with the satellite
receiver.
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
UP
OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
Battery
22
Audible Tone
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
UP
OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
UP
OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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LNB1 38.5 T
LNB2 42.5
An audible tone is available if you would prefer listening to the AcuTrac® rather than trying to watch the digital
readings or bar graph. The audible tone is selectable and applies to only one LNBF at a time.
To use the tone capability, start from the default
signal sensing mode. (Right)
Press the “OFF/DOWN” button once. The tone will
begin and the letter ‘T’ will appear above the top bar
graph. This indicates that the tone applies to the top
LNB reading.
To apply the tone to the bottom LNB, press the
“OFF/DOWN” button once more. The ‘T’ will appear
above the bottom bar graph and the tone will apply to
that LNB. To cancel the tone, press the “OFF/DOWN”
button one more time.
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
UP
OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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LNB2 42.5 T
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Note that you must select only one LNB to receive
video signals for a viewable picture. The AcuTrac®22
is effectively dividing it’s attention to both ports LNB1
and LNB2 when both bar graphs are presented. This is
perfect for dish alignment but interrupts the data stream
to the receiver(s) and they will present no video in this
mode.
If you want to check the video with the AcuTrac®22 in
the line, press the “UP” button to select the LNB you
would like to view. This illustration indicates that we
have selected LNB1. The video data will now pass
smoothly from LNB1 through the AcuTrac®22 and can
be interpreted correctly by the satellite receiver.
The AcuTrac®22 can provide much more information
about your satellite system. To access the expanded
menu area, press the “ON/MENU” button. The screen
illustrated (right) will appear and provide a very
detailed range of tests and adjustments. The menu map
as well as details about what each function can do for
you is listed in this manual. Press the “UP” or
“OFF/DOWN” button to scroll the arrowhead pointer
up and down through the menu.
22k
LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
UP
OFF/DOWN ON/MENU
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>VIEW SIGNAL
VIEW RECEIVER
22KHZ MODE
MAX HOLD
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LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
Toggle LNB
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LNB1
LNB2
RECEIVER
12-18
VDC
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LNB1 38.5
Video from
LNB number 1
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VIEW SIGNAL This is the screen you will see when you first turn the AcuTrac® on. These bars indicate
the general signal strength of both LNBFs. If desired, you can look at only one LNB by
pressing the “UP” button. Press the “UP” button again to look at only the second LNB,
one more press of the “UP” button takes you back to both LNBs.
VIEW RECEIVER Displays the voltage provided by the satellite receiver or battery. Indicates the current
draw in mA of the LNB (if only one is connected) or total draw of both LNBs if two are
connected. Also indicates if a 22kHz tone is being sent by the receiver. These readings
verify the receiver operation. Also, you can measure voltage at the receiver and then at
the end of the coax, this will help calculate the voltage loss through the coax cable.
Pressing the “OFF/DOWN” button brings up a second screen which displays the requested
port number from a DishNetwork receiver.
22KHZ MODE The AcuTrac® 22 has a built-in 22Khz tone generator which can be activated by this
function. This allows you to control many typical switches (such as the DirecTV 5x4
switch) and select two different LNBs at the same time. For example, you can look at the
119° satellite (if the 22KHZ tone is activated) on the top graph and 101° on the bottom
bar graph simultaneously. If the 22KHZ is set OFF, the tone will NOT pass from a
receiver. Note that the 22KHZ tone can only be activated on LNB1 (top port ONLY).
MAX HOLD This function superimposes a small bar at the end of the bar graph (signal strength) which
keeps track of the maximum signal received. This can be turned on or off as needed.
ATTEN The attenuate item is hidden from view, you must press the “OFF/DOWN” button to scroll
down to it. This attenuates (reduces) both the signal meter readings to lower numbers.
Handy if the bar graph is maxed out. Note that the ‘A’ text is now displayed. To turn this
feature off, go back to >ATTEN and select OFF.
Menu Discussion
General Information
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>VIEW SIGNAL
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
>VIEW RECEIVER
>22KHZ MODE
>MAX HOLD
>ATTEN
GENERAL:
VOLT = 15.8
CURR = 000MA
22K = OFF
Press “OFF/DOWN”
Menu Map
DISH SWITCH
Sw21 = PORT #1
Sw42 = PORT #1
Sw64 = PORT 1A
>LCD-CONTRAST
>AUTO OFF
>EXIT
DARKER
LIGHTER
>OFF
1 MIN
5 MIN
15 MIN
Press “ON/MENU”
Then scroll down with
the arrowhead selector
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
> RECEIVER
OFF
ON
TOGGLE
RECEIVER
>OFF
ON
TOGGLE
RECEIVER
OFF
>ON
TOGGLE
RECEIVER
OFF
ON
>TOGGLE
Press “ON/MENU”
LNB1 38.5
LNB1 38.5
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
LNB2 42.5
LNB2 42.5
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
OFF
22K
OFF
22K (or)
Toggles between ON and OFF
Press “ON/MENU”
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
LNB1 1.5 A
LNB2 1.9 A
ATTEN ON
> ATTEN OFF
> ATTEN ON
ATTEN OFF
Kills 22KHZ tone from receiver
Press “ON/MENU”
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
LNB1 38.5
LNB2 42.5
>MAXHOLD ON
MAXHOLD OFF
MAXHOLD ON
>MAXHOLD OFF
Press “ON/MENU”
Maximum bar is indicated
Press “ON/MENU”
Maximum bar deleted
Press “ON/MENU”
Press “ON/MENU”
LCD-CONTRAST Scroll down to “DARKER” or “LIGHTER”, then press the “ON/MENU” button
repeatedly to darken or lighten graphics. Scroll back up to “EXIT” and press the
“ON/MENU” button to save.
AUTO OFF This sets the automatic timer to turn the AcuTrac® off when the battery is used for power.
Scroll down to the setting you prefer and press the “ON/MENU” button to save the time
you selected.
Menu Discussion Contd.
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Be aware of the fact that the AcuTrac®22 is an AID to aligning the antenna, it does not identify which
satellite you are looking at. It still takes basic knowledge of satellite elevation and azimuth to track and
identify the correct satellite(s). You can easily pick the wrong satellite, align the antenna and then discover
that the satellite receiver indicates NO SIGNAL.
The AcuTrac®22 can be used with digital or analog LNBs. It also operates with both circular and linear
polarized LNBs. The only qualification is that the LNB must be down-converting to an I.F. Frequency of
900~2200 Mhz (which is typical of most LNBs).
The AcuTrac®22 looks at the entire spectrum of signals received from the LNB and gives an overall
summation of the signal. It is not transponder / frequency selectable.
There is not an exact number meter reading which you should attempt to achieve. Your objective is to
MAXIMIZE the meter reading so that the antenna and LNBFs are providing the best signal possible.
The signal level reading indicated on the AcuTrac®22 will NOT be the same reading as you get on the
satellite receiver. These two readings can compliment each other (when one increases, the other increases) but
the numbers will not be the same. The sat receiver indicates interpreted data reception (forward error
correction info) while the AcuTrac®22 indicates overall gain of the LNBFs.
The AcuTrac®22 can be confused by weak signals reflected from the LNB if they strike a tree or building
and are picked up by the dish. If trees are in the path of the satellite signals, you may need to fall back on the
satellite receiver for positive alignment.
The AC power supply provided with the optinal battery pack can be used like a battery to test the
AcuTrac®22 for general operation. However, the AC power fluctuates enough to make attempting dish
alignment more difficult, the battery or a satellite receiver works best for dish alignment.
You can power the AcuTrac®22 with any satellite receiver which supplies from 13 vDC up to a maximum of
28 vDC. The “Starband” receivers are included in this range and will not void the warranty.
Some switches can interfere with proper operation of this device. The AcuTrac®22 is designed to control
switches that respond to a 22Khz tone for signal selection. Switches that require other methods of signal
selection may have to be bypassed. Some antennas have these devices located in the mounting area of the
LNBFs. To alleviate this situation, it may be necessary to carry an extra mounting bracket with two standard
LNBFs. Temporarily utilize this extra bracket until alignment is completed..
The AcuTrac®22 is designed to align satellite antennas. It will not aid in the alignment of off-air antennas.
Dual LNBFs typically will draw around 160 mA each.
The AcuTrac®22 will work just fine if only one LNBF is connected.
The fully discharged 400 mA Ni-Cd (optional) battery pack can be restored in approximately 12 hours with
the wall charger. Do not continue charging indefinitely. When fully charged, the pack will power two (dual)
LNBFs for approximately one hour..
If you presently have a Digisat Plus, you can use the Digisat battery pack to run the AcuTrac®22.
The AcuTrac®22 is warranted for one full year against manufacturing defects. We will ask for proof of
purchase so KEEP YOUR RECEIPT.
F.A.Q.s
Perfect 10 Satellite Distributing
3901 Progress St.
North Little Rock, AR 72114 1-800-205-8620
Perfect 10 Satellite Distributing
3901 Progress St.
North Little Rock, AR 72114 1-800-205-8620
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