Vision Plus STATUS 315 Operating instructions

3. Feed the screw cap A and the pronged clamp
B over the cable. Pull back evenly the copper
braiding over the pronged clamp as shown
below.
IMPORTANT  T S CR T CAL THAT NONE OF THE
COPPER BRA D NG S TOUCH NG THE CENTRAL
CORE.
4. Push on item C up to B and secure the central
core by tightening the small grub screw. Be
careful not to over tighten, which could sever the
wire.
5. Screw A and D together to complete the
assembly.
POLE FITTING
The Antenna Dome
1. Remove the Mounting Foot from the Antenna
Dome.
2. The Adapter is now ready to accommodate any
25mm pole such as the Vision Plus Multi-Mast.
3. The coaxial cable can be threaded down the centre
or outside of the pole.
4. f the cable is being fed down the outside please
ensure that the top of the pole does not rub or cut
the coaxial cable when being pushed into place.
5. Once the pole is in place secure by tightening the
two grub screws with the Allen key.
IMPORTANT  Status is not designed to be used in
conjunction with a through-the-roof pole kit.
Positioning the Antenna Dome - Please refer to
Permanent Fitting, Positioning 2 & 3.
SUCTION-PAD FITTING
The Antenna Dome
1. Remove the Mounting Foot from the Antenna
Dome.
2. ndividually position each Suction Pad under the
holes in the Mounting Foot and fix in place with
the 16mm screws supplied. Repeat the process for
the other three pads.
3. Push the Antenna Dome into position, ensuring it is
properly seated in the Mounting Foot. Secure by
tightening the two grub screws with the Allen Key.
IMPORTANT  DO NOT TRAVEL WHEN USING THE
SUCTION PAD FACILIT
Angle Adjustment - Please refer to Permanent
Fitting
Positioning the Antenna Dome - Please refer to
Permanent Fitting, Positioning 2 & 3.
The Power Pack
Positioning & Fixing
1. Before positioning the Power Pack decide on the
route the coaxial cable will take from the Antenna
Dome to the Power Pack, such as through a win-
dow, roof light or a Vision Plus External TV Socket.
2. f feeding through a window, roof light or External
Socket position the Power Pack near to your TV
position and secure with the two 45mm screws
supplied.
3. f using an External Socket, position the socket on
the outside of your Caravan, Boat etc., close to your
TV position on the inside. Shorten the coaxial cable
attached to the External Socket to the correct
length to reach the Power Pack and fit a Coaxial Plug.
Please refer to PERMANENT FITTING for the
following:-
Wiring to a Power Supply - Connecting Up the
System - FM Radio Connection - Operating the
System - Removing the Pinnacle
PERMANENT FITTING
The Antenna Dome
Positioning
When positioning the Antenna Dome please allow for
the following:-
1. Place above a wardrobe or locker to provide a
suitable location for the Power Pack below.
2. Position as high as possible to ensure Status is not
shielded from incoming signals.
3. Do not place within one metre of any metal
protrusions such as roof racks, metal flues, metal
poles etc. as this may cause picture distortion.
4. On a Caravan or Motorhome, mounting on the
offside will reduce collision with overhead
obstructions.
Fixing
1. Make a hole 15mm in diameter, large enough for
the coaxial cable with plug fitted to be passed
through, making sure there are no sharp edges
that could cut or chafe the cable.
2. Remove the Mounting Foot from the Antenna
Dome. Turn the Mounting Foot upside down and
with a SEALANT ADHES VE fill the channel around
the edge, including around the holes for the fix-
ing screws.
MPORTANT - The channel needs to be slightly
over-filled to ensure a good contact.
3. Place in position centrally over the drilled hole and
secure with the four 16mm self tapping screws.
4. Once the sealant has set, thread the coaxial cable
through the roof, pulling through the cable as
the antenna is lowered, making sure the cable
does not snag, kink, chafe or become trapped.
5. Push the Antenna Dome into position, ensuring it
is properly seated in the Mounting Foot. Secure
by tightening the two grub screws with the Allen
Key.
Angle Adjustment.
Only relevant if you are mounting Status on a sloping
surface. Level fixing is very important to ensure
optimum performance.
1. To adjust the angle, remove the Antenna Dome
from the Mounting Foot and turn the Antenna
Dome upside down.
2. With a screwdriver loosen the Central Bolt, adjust
the Adapter to the desired angle and re-tighten
the central bolt.
The Power Pack
Positioning & Fixing
1. Locate the Power Pack in the wardrobe or locker
below the Antenna Dome where it is easily accessible
and if possible close to the TV position.
2. Fix in place using the two 12mm screws.
Wiring to Power Supply
1. Status requires a 12-24 volt power supply from a
fused auxiliary outlet fed from the battery. f wiring
direct to a battery we recommend an in-line fuse
(max 5 amp) on the positive wire. f unsure please
consult with a qualified installer.
RED STR PE +VE, BLACK VE
DO NOT connect into any other 12 volt power cables as
they may carry electrical interference which will cause
picture distortion.
Connecting Up the System
1. Firstly, the cable from the Antenna Dome needs
to be shortened to the required length to reach
the Power Pack - DO NOT CO L ANY EXCESS
CABLE.
2. Trim the cable and refit the Coaxial Plug as
described above, being very careful at this stage.
3. Once fitted, plug into the ANT. N socket. DO NOT
secure the cable with any staples or P Clips as this
may damage the cable, it is best left loose.
4. Secondly, Status is supplied with a 2 metre lead to
connect your TV to the Power Pack. deally the TV
position in relation to the Power Pack will allow the
TV lead to reach your TV.
5. Alternatively, if your TV position is a greater
distance, you will require a length of coaxial cable
and two coaxial plugs, which are available from our
Vision Plus Range through our dealers or directly
from ourselves.
MPORTANT  Whenever removing cables from the
Power Pack, DO NOT pull the cable, only the plug.
FM R dio Connection
Status is designed to receive FM radio when connected
to a car-style radio.
1. This will require a coaxial car radio plug, a coaxial
plug and a length of coaxial cable, which are
available from our Vision Plus Range from our
dealers or directly from ourselves.
2. Assemble the cable and plugs, as described on the
Vision Plus packaging, and route the cable from
the Radio to the Power Pack. Please follow the
Important Guidelines described above.
3. Once the cable has been installed plug into the TV-
FM socket of the Power Pack and into your Radio.
Oper ting the System
1. Switch ON the Power Pack and the red LED will
illuminate.
2. Check the gain control switch is set to the normal
NML position (switch UP). See nterference 2 over
the page for use.
3. Turn on your television set and tune in. This may be
necessary at all new locations.
Removing the Antenn
A permanently fitted Status may be removed if there
are severe height restrictions, leaving only the
Mounting Foot in place.
1. Unplug the antenna from the Power Pack. On the
Adapter, loosen the two grub screws and lift off
whilst carefully feeding out the coaxial cable with
plug attached.
2. Push the Blanking Cap supplied into place to cover
the central hole.
Removing the Pinn cle
This may be necessary should you wish to reduce the
overall height of the antenna by 90 mm.
1. Simply unscrew the Pinnacle and remove. The
antenna is designed to remain watertight without
the Pinnacle.
2. To replace, simply screw in and tighten BY HAND.
IMPORTANT - The Pinnacle is an integral part of
the antenna and critical to its performance. When
in use always ensure the Pinnacle is fitted.
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES
Routing the Coaxial cable
Coaxial Cable is quite fragile and must be handled
with care. Please comply with the following as fail-
ure to do so will severely affect performance.
1. Should the coaxial plug be removed, it is very
important that it is refitted correctly as described
below.
2. Do not crush, kink or over-bend the coaxial cable
which has a minimum bend radius of 25mm.
3. Any excess cable should be removed and MUST
NOT be coiled.
4. Avoid increasing the number of connections or
breaks in the coaxial cable as they will reduce
performance, especially in weak signal areas.
5. Do not run coaxial cable next to mains cable,
leave a minimum distance of 120mm to prevent
interference.
6. Do not allow the cable to come into contact with
any hot surfaces as this could melt the air-spaced
insulation of the cable.
7. Keep away from fluorescent lighting.
8. When installation the coaxial cable, Do not feed
through by pulling on the coaxial plug.
9. Do not add excessive lengths of coaxial cable, this
will cause increased TV signal losses.
10. Should the cable need to be lengthened, use only
RF100 specification cable and high quality coaxial
plugs and couplers which are available from our
Vision Plus range through our dealers or directly
from ourselves.
Connecting the Coaxial TV Plug
Should the coaxial plug need to be removed, please
note how it comes apart and reassemble as follows:-
1. Prepare the cable by removing 16mm of white
outer sheath to expose the braided copper wire.
2. Next, remove 10mm of the exposed braided
copper wire and the central air-spaced
insulation to expose the single central core.
3. Push the Antenna Dome into position, ensuring it
is properly seated in the Mounting Foot. Secure by
tightening the two grub screws with the Allen Key.
6. Assemble the cable and plugs, as described on the
Vision Plus packaging, and route the cable, from
the TV position to the Power Pack. Please follow the
Important Guidelines described above.
7. Now, plug your TV lead into the TV-FM socket of
the Power Pack and into your TV antenna socket.
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1. Weak TV Signal
This produces a Snowy picture which can be caused if you are too far away from the TV
transmitter, such as in a remote area, positioned in a valley, or if there is a building, hill or other
obstruction blocking the signal.
Each TV transmitter has a defined service area where reception will be good. eyond that
boundary is a fringe area where the TV signal will be weaker and the reception quality poorer.
Remedy
Firstly determine whether you are in a poor reception area. Secondly check the points covered in
F ult Finding .
2. TV Signal too strong
This can produce severe picture distortion like a zig-zag style pattern. This can be caused when
you are too close to a transmitter or picking up strong radio transmissions from another source
such as C radio. Also electrical interference can cause similar effects (see Interference 4 below).
Remedy
Turn the gain control switch on the Power Pack to LO. Secondly check the points covered in F ult
Finding.
. Ghosting
This is the type of picture you will see when the TV signal is reflected from something in your
locality. The something may be a local building or landmark. Your antenna is receiving both the
direct signal and the reflected signal from the same transmitter.
Remedy
Try to move to a better position away from the obstruction. Unfortunately it may not always be
possible to isolate Omni-Directional antennas from the cause of the problem.
4. Electrical Interference
The above pictures demonstrate a typical example of electrical interference. This type of interfer-
ence is commonly caused by electrical appliances, such as fans, electric shavers, fluorescent lights.
Other forms of interference can produce a zig-zag pattern similar to that described in Interference
2 which may be caused by inverters, charging units etc.
Remedy
Check the points covered in F ult Finding. In some instances, this type of interference can be
overcome by switching off the relevant appliances.
OMNI-DIRECTIONAL
TELEVISION & FM RADIO ANTENNA
Installation and Operation Guide
Please ead these inst uctions ca efully. Inco ect
installation will affect the pe fo mance of you Status
Dimensions:
Diameter - Antenna Dome 315 mm
Diameter - Mounting Foot 185 mm
Height - Overall 280 mm
Height - No Pinnacle 180 mm
Height - No Antenna Dome 50 mm
COMMON INTERFERENCE PROBLEMS & POSSIBLE REMEDIES
04-2064/5 Model 5 metres Coaxial cable
04-2064/10 Model 10 metres Coaxial cable
Frequency Range UHF 470-860 MHz
VHF 40 -230 MHz
FM 88 -108 MHz
Amplifier Gain 18 db*
Gain Adjustment 15 db
Flatness +2 db
Noise Figure 3 db
Output mpedence 75 ohms
Output 98 dbuv
Power Supply 12-24 v DC
Power Consumption 35 ma
TV lead 2 metres
Power Pack 115 x 70 x 50 mm
Serial Number
(located on reverse of Power Pack)
Dealer Name
Address
illuminates the fault lies with either the coaxial plug or
the coaxial cable, please refer to these areas described
earlier.
f the LED is still not lit, please contact our office for
further assistance.
Short Hook Up Test
This test isolates parts of your system leaving only the
TV and the Status antenna linked directly together.
Firstly, unplug the coaxial plugs from the TV-FM
sockets of the Power Pack which will be connected to
a TV outlet socket.
With your TV fly lead, connect your TV direct to the
Power Pack, plugging into one of the TV-FM sockets.
Ensure the antenna dome is plugged directly into the
ANT- N socket of the Power Pack and switch on.
Tune in your TV for the strongest signal.
f the picture quality is improved the fault lies with
the wiring of the system between the Power Pack and
the TV outlet socket.
Antenn Dome Co xi l C ble
Check the routing of the coaxial cable from the
Antenna Dome to the Power Pack. Check to ensure
there are no kinks or trapped cable or if there are
loops of surplus cable which could be affecting
performance.
When the Antenna Dome was originally fitted and
lowered onto the Mounting Foot, cable may have
been trapped or kinked under the Mounting Foot. To
check, remove the Antenna Dome as described over
the page to see if this has occurred.
Customer Help Line
Should you still be experiencing difficulties and
require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact
us at the address below.
FAULT FINDING
The following are some of the key areas we suggest
you check which generally solve the most common
problems encountered with the operation of the
Status antenna.
Co xi l Plugs
t is critical that all coaxial plugs in the system are
fitted correctly. Using the diagram and procedure
described over the page, please check each individual
plug, ensuring it is wired correctly. Secondly please
ensure only quality plugs have been used.
Co xi l C ble
Sharp bends, kinks and hot surfaces can easily
damage coaxial cable and should be avoided. An
inspection of the cable routing is recommended to
ensure all is correct. Coaxial cable, if placed in close
proximity to electrical cables, transformers or other
pieces of electrical equipment, may pick up electrical
interference causing picture quality to deteriorate,
especially in poor reception areas. Excess cable
should be removed and NOT coiled as this may cause
picture distortion.
Pinn cle
The pinnacle is essential for the optimum performance of
the antenna and therefore should be in place when
the antenna is in use.
G in Switch
Situated below the LED light on the Power Pack, this
switch should be set to the normal NML (switch
UP) position for general use. The Low setting may be
used when situated close to TV transmitters where
strong signals may be affecting the quality of the
picture. (see nterference2 below)
Red LED Light
Should the red LED on the Power Pack not light, first
try unplugging the cable connected to the Antenna
Dome from the ANT- N socket. f the LED then
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12 - 24vDC
*Gain figures must not be judged in isolation. A greater figure does
not mean a better picture. Status is designed for optimum
performance
Conforms to the European Directive
89/336/EEC