Self-Sat CARAVAN PLUS TWIN User manual

ENGLISH : User’s manual
DEUTSCH : Bedienungsanleitung
FRANÇAIS : Manuel utilisateur
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Automatic Flat Satellite Camping Antenna

Contents
1. General Information
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1-1. Proper use and operation
1-2. Package
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2. Operating Instruction
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2-1. Connection Diagram
2-2. How to Use
2-3. How to Use APP
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6. Caravan/Motorhome Installation
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6-1. Required space for installation
6-2. Equipment for installation
6-3. Instruction for installation
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5-1. Dimension
5-2. Specifications
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3. Skew adjustment
4. Troubleshooting
5. Specifications
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1. General Information
1-1. Proper use and operation
These instructions describe the functions and operation of CARAVAN PLUS, auto search
satellite system.
Please read the user manual carefully before starting the installation.
Correct and safe operation of the system can only be ensured by following instructions.
SAFETY NOTE
Failure to follow the user manual may cause damage to the unit or user's vehicle,
and responsible may be liable for further damage to the equipment.
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The PI BOX must not be exposed to dripping, splashing or other liquids.
Do not allow children to play with plastic bags or other packaging materials.
There is a risk of suffocation.
The outdoor unit should only be installed on hard surfaces.
There is a risk of damage when using the antenna in a storm or strong wind.
The driver of the vehicle must visually verify that the antenna is fully folded by
inspecting the antenna unit before driving off.
Avoid cleaning user's vehicle with the mounted satellite system in a
drive-through car wash or a car wash with a high-pressure cleaner.
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The unit is programmed to automatically move in a direction that can to receive preset
satellite TV signal. For general operation, ensure that the system is in a position with a
clear view of the sky. If the satellite‘s signal is interrupted by obstacles such as moun-
tains, buildings or trees, no TV signal will be received.
Installation must be performed by sufficiently qualified personnel.
The manufacturer does not take liability for direct or indirect consequential damage of
the system, motor vehicles or other equipment by reason of unsuitable battery usage
or erroneous installation or wrong wire connection.
As the user of this equipment, you are responsible for yourself ensuring compliance
with the relevant laws and regulations of the automotive industry must be observed
and complied with.
The power is supplied by a standard vehicle electrical system with a rated voltage of
12VDC. For portable use, optional power adaptor produced by manufacturer must be
used.
This product has been designed for fixed installation on vehicles with maximum speeds
of 130 km/h.
Use of the equipment for purposes other than its intended use is not permitted. The use
of any other parabolic reflectors or LNBs to those originally installed is not allowed.
The product does not require any regular maintenance; all service must be carried out
at approved service centers.
For more information on general use of this unit consult local dealer for assistance.

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1-2. Package
Main Unit
Mounting plate
PI Box
M4x20 screw (10)
M8 locking nut (4)
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Cable holder/gland
PI cable
Signal cable (x2 for twin output)
Power input cable
User Manual
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WARNING
Open the box and remove the
packaging material. When taking
the main unit from the box, hold
it by the body, not the reflector,
and lift it straight up.
Check the correct operating
voltage of the power supply
before commissioning. Please
uses the device included in the
package or use the manufactur-
er's authorized power supply.
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2. Operating Instruction
2-1. Connection Diagram
Main Unit
PI Box
Signal Cable (12m)
PI Cable (1.5m)
STB
TV
Power input cable
Battery
or
12V DC adapter
(over 40W)
※For twin output model
Signal Cable (12m)
2nd STB
TV

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WARNING
If the PI BOX is powered off and the vehicle is moved while the antenna is not in the
HOME position, the antenna may be damaged.
Before moving the vehicle, first check the condition of the antenna, and turn off
after is fully folded to the HOME position.
2-2. How to Use
HOME LED
POWER LED
HOME button
POWER button
Fixed hole
Power
to STB
to unit
The pre-programmed satellite is ASTRA1,
which can be changed to the desired
satellite via the APP
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When the antenna is in the HOME position, it
starts searching for satellite.
When the antenna is pointing towards the
satellite, it will not move.
When the antenna is in a different position
than in the case of a and b above, it first
moves to the HOME position and then starts
searching for satellite.
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b.
c.
If the antenna does not find a satellite for 10 minutes, the antenna returns to its HOME position.
Want to search for satellites again, reboot the PI BOX.
d.
e.
1. Search satellites
2. Power off
Press POWER button
Press and hold the power button of the PI BOX for more than 2 seconds, the power is turned off
regardless of the state of the antenna.
Press HOME button
When the home button of PI BOX is pressed the antenna moves to the HOME position and the power
is automatically turned off after about 60 seconds (the POWER LED and the HOME LED will blink
alternately for 60 seconds)
Ignition Occurrred
When ignition occurs in the vehicle, the antenna automatically moves to the HOME position and
power off after 60 seconds. (If the PI BOX is turned off at this time, it will automatically turn on and
then perform the operation.)
When powered on by pressing the PI BOX's
power button, after about 10 seconds, the
antenna starts searching for pre-programmed
or most recently received satellite.
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b.
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2-3. How to Use APP
Before using this app, need to activate BT and GPS
function on your smart device.
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Check the MAC Address at your antenna unit (on the
antenna or PI box / User manual)
When you run the downloaded application, a connect-
able antenna unit is automatically detected
Select the one that matches your antenna MAC Address
(The MAC address of CARAVAN PLUS is GS-xx:xx:xx )
Click the 'connect' button to complete BT connection
between your antenna unit and smart device
step 1.
step 2.
step 3.
step 4.
Download the app from the App Store (Android/iOS)
Search for SELFSAT on the App Store and download "SAT
CONNECT" app
A.
Pairing the antenna with App B.

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Setting button
Firmware version, language setting can be checked
Status display window
Indicates the current status of the antenna
Satellite selection window
Select a satellite to search. The pre-programmed satellite is ASTRA1,
which can be changed to the desired satellite via the APP
Used to move the antenna to the HOME position
The orange lamp blinks while moving to the HOME, and the green
lamp turns on after it has completely moved to the HOME position
Used to searching satellites
Select the desired satellite and press the button, the antenna will
search for it. While searching for a satellite, the orange lamp flashes,
and when a satellite is found, the green lamp lights up
F/W Update
Used to update the firmware of the antenna
Basic Features
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3. Skew adjustment
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All LNBs require their rotational angle
(skew) to be set within certain limits in
order to the best signal quality received.
The actual "skew angle" depends on the
satellite and your location. Refer to the
satellites you want to receive and your
location in the image below and adjust
the skew accordingly.
Accuracy is not critical, so small toler-
ances are acceptable. Turning the LNB
little by little to find the position that
maximizes the signal quality of the
satellites on your TV screen, and then fix
the LNB.
Turksat @ 42.0°E Astra2 @ 28.2°E
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Astra3 @ 23.5°E Astra1 @ 19.2°E
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Eutelsat 5W @ 5.0°W Hispasat @ 30.0°W
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Astra4 @ 4.9°E Thor @ 0.8°W
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HotBird @ 13.0°E Eutelsat 9 @ 9.0°E
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There are a number of common issues that can affect the signal reception quality or
the operation of the unit. The following sections address these issues and potential
solutions.
4. Troubleshooting
i.
Connection between the power and the PI box.
Connection between the PI box and antenna.
Check if the power input cable has been damaged.
Check that the POWER input cable and the battery polarities(+/-) are connected correctly.
Check if the PI Box is powered on (Check Power LED of PI BOX is on)
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A. No function when power on the antenna
Check again all the cable connections have been made correctly.
C. Mechanical problems
i.
Try to power OFF/ON again.
If the antenna does not move into desired position.
ii.
Try to power OFF/ON again. If problem persists, please contact local dealer/shop for assistance.
If the antenna makes a noise whilst remaining static.
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D. Other issues
If the system has been improperly wired, it will not operate properly.
Contact local dealer/shop for assistance of cable damage.
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B. Fail to search the satellite
Satellite signals can be blocked or degraded by buildings, trees.
Make sure there are no obstructions in a southward direction.
Turn the PI BOX off and then back on again.

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5. Specications
5-1. Dimension
Main Unit
PI box
280 mm
573 mm
316 mm
508 mm
MAX 540 mm
MIN 149 mm
149 mm
105 mm
129 mm
102 mm 35 mm
34 mm
28 mm
102 mm
85mm

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Model
Input Frequency
Polarization
Antenna Gain
Dish Size (W x D)
Size (W x D x H)
Weight
LNB
Input Voltage
Power Consumption
Output
Output Frequency
L.O. Frequency
CARAVAN PLUS
10.7 ~ 12.75 GHz
Vertical & Horizontal
35.0 dBi @ 12.7 GHz
573 mm x 450 mm (with edge)
573 x 508 x 149 mm
5.5 kg
1 or 2 (optional)
950 ~ 2,150 MHz
9.75 / 10.6 GHz
DC 12 V
11 W (normal) / 30W (max)
3.6 W (stand-by)
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6. Caravan/Motorhome Installation
365 mm
149 mm
369 mm
479 mm
930 mm
797 mm
Take care, that there is enough space for the fold CARAVAN PLUS, just as for the
operation range (cruising radius).
6-1 . Required space for installation
Driving direction
465 mm
248 mm
450 mm
369 mm
573 mm
508 mm

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13.
Mounting plate
PI BOX
M4× 20 screw (10), M8 locking nut (4)
Cable gland / Cable holder
PI cable
Signal cable (x2 for twin output)
Power input cable
Silicone
Masking tape
Spanner
2mm drill bit, 16mm drill bit
Power drill
Cleaner
6-2. Equipment for installation
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Driving direction
Installation of direction
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6-3. Instruction for installation
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FRONT
Locate a suitable location to place the mount-
ing plate on the vehicle roof
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Clean the surface where will place the
mounting plate with a cleaner
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Attach masking tape outside of the mounting
plate by 5mm away from the plate edges
4
Put aside the mounting plate to apply silicone
within the attached tape line but leave 2cm
inward gap from the line
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Place the mounting plate on the silicone and
make 5 holes (2mm) with a power drill
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Apply silicone on the holes
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Re-apply silicone to cover screwed bolts
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Fix with five(5) of M4 x 20 screws on holes
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Apply silicone around mounting plate edge
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Clean away the excess silicone
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Remove masking tape and allow to dry
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Prepare to place the antenna on to the four
upright bolts
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Parts required, spanner, four(4) nuts
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After checking the driving direction, place the
antenna on the mounting plate
Driving Direction
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Fit the nuts on each of the 4 bolts on the
mounting plate
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Tighten the four nuts with a spanner to secure
the antenna

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Place the assembled cable holder inside the
tape marking and drill three(3) of 2mm holes
Fix cable holder with three(3) of M4 x 20
screws on drill holes made
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Connect the signal cable to the antenna port, place the bottom of the cable holder in a position
that does not interfere with the operation of the antenna, and apply masking tape 5 mm from the
outside of the bottom of the cable holder
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20
Drill a hole that the minium size for the cable
can pass through in the center of the tape
marking (16mm or less)
Pass the signal cable through the hole (two
cables for twin output)
approx. 30cm
Insert the signal cable, cable holder, and cable gland as shown in the picture above, and assemble
it into the cable gland.
approx. 30cm

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Apply silicone around cable holder and on the
top of screws for waterproof
Connect cables to the ports of the antenna,
remove masking tape and tidy silicone before
dry
Match the power input cables polarities to the
battery polarities, red to red / black to black
and white cable to ignition port of vehicle
Fix the PI BOX in an appropriate place using two(2) M4x20 screws, and connect the power cable
and PI cable
12V DC
Ignition
STB
approx.1.5m
Prepare the power input cable to connect the
battery and PI BOX
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