VuQube VQ2000 User manual

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20623 REV B
Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets
®
Portable Automatic Satellite System
with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification
Model VQ2000
Operating Instructions

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IMPORTANT!
The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was
accurate at the time of printing. If your VuQube 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 using the VuQube.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Contents Page
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW.......................................................................2-4
2. VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION...........................................5-10
3. SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATION....................................12-13
4. OPERATION....................................................................................14-20
5. TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................21
6. SECURITY BRACKET..........................................................................22
7. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................23
8. LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................24
DIRECTV®is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.
Dish NetworkTM is an official trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation.
Bell ExpressVu is an official trademark of Bell Canada.
DVB®is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project (1991-1996)

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The VuQube VQ2000 Automatic Satellite System provides simple, one-touch operation for easy
access to all your favorite satellite TV channels. It is a full featured portable dish system with
automatic satellite acquisition and satellite switching capabilities.
An optional Flex Install Kit with ladder mount bracket (KC# MB410 - sold separately) is available
to allow semi-permanent installation on the rear ladder of your RV, but still provides the flexibility
to remove the antenna for use as a portable (Fig. 1). The kit includes everything required to
hard wire your RV for the VuQube: ladder mount bracket, power/controller cable, (2) coax cables,
(2) cable entry cover plates and controller (Fig. 2).
The VQ2000 is compatible with the following satellite services:
DIRECTV®Single Satellite
DIRECTV Plus
Dish NetworkTM Single Satellite
Dish Network (Dish 500)
Dish Network - HDTV (Dish 1000/1000a)
ExpressVu
ExpressVu HDTV
The VQ2000 includes 3 main components (Fig. 3).
Antenna Unit Placed in direct line of sight to the southern sky. The dish is covered
by an enclosure for easy transport and protection from the elements.
Controller Activates the search mode and provides limited diagnostic functions
using the status light.
Power Supply Supplies proper operating voltage to the VuQube.
SECTION 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Fig. 1
The VuQube can be placed anywhere there is a clear view of the southern sky.
The VuQube can be
semi-permanently
mounted to your RV
with the optional Flex
Install Kit
(sold separately).

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Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing (sold separately).
Fig. 3
Flex Install Kit Overview
Fig. 2
Ladder Mount Bracket
(Flex Install Kit sold separately.)

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
VuQube Model VQ2000 - Portable
Fig. 4
Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video/audio cable connection to TV.

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SECTION 2 VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
The VuQube Model VQ2000 Automatic Satellite System is factory pre-set for DIRECTV standard
digital programming broadcast from the 101° W satellite.
If you also receive your local channels from DIRECTV’s 119 satellite or if you subscribe to Dish
Network or ExpressVu programming, you must use the VuQube hand held controller to
re-configure the antenna to work with your satellite service. Doing this will allow the VuQube to
lock on the correct satellites to receive your programming and also enable automatic satellite
switching via the receiver’s remote control for multi-satellite service.
Antenna configuration is a one time procedure that must be completed before using your
VuQube antenna.
ANTENNA CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE
On pages 6-10, find your service and follow the instructions in the box.
DIRECTV
Single Satellite 101 (Factory Pre-set) Page 6
DIRECTV Plus Page 6
Dish Network
Single Satellite 119 Page 7
Dish 500 Page 7
Dish 1000 - HDTV Page 8-9
Bell ExpressVu
Standard Digital 91 Page 10
HDTV 82/91 Page 10

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DIRECTV ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
DIRECTV Plus (satellites 101, 119)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 8times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start
flashing green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. Set your receiver for oval dish-2 satellites (do this through the receiver’s
satellite set-up menu screens). Configuration is complete.
Single Satellite 101
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start
flashing green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. Set your receiver for round dish-1 satellite (do this through the receiver’s
satellite set-up menu screens). Configuration is complete.
The VuQube is factory pre-set for the DIRECTV 101 satellite. Unless the antenna has been
configured for another option since leaving the factory, PERFORM STEP 5 ONLY.

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DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
Single Satellite 119
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
DISH 500 (satellites 110, 119)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 12 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.

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DISH 1000 - HDTV
Dish Network HD programming is broadcast from 4 satellites (61,110,119,129). The 61 and 129
satellites broadcast identical programming. (The 61 is generally stronger in the eastern U.S. and
the 129 in the western U.S.) The map below shows the approximate coverage for each satellite.
Your VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with two different satellite trios (DISH
1000a: 61,110,119 or DISH 1000: 110,119,129). By choosing the appropriate trio that includes
either the 61 or the 129 satellite based on where you are, you can receive all of your desired
programming.
Configure your antenna for the chosen trio on page 9.
SATELLITES 61 AND 129 COVERAGE MAP
DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION-continued on next page
Note: This map is an approximation only. Which trio works best in a given location may differ from
what is indicated on the map.
Note: You can switch trios later if you travel to another area of the country (see page 16).

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DISH 1000 HD (satellites 110, 119, 129)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
DISH 1000a HD (satellites 61, 110, 119)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION-continued

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BELL EXPRESSVU ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
Standard Digital (satellite 91)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 8times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
HDTV (satellites 82, 91)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 12 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.

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1. Turn on the TV and satellite receiver.
2. On the VuQube controller, press and hold the
ON button for 3 FULL SECONDS.
The antenna will lock onto the appropriate satellites
before completing the search process.
After the satellites have been located and the acquisition process is complete,
the status light will be steady green.
3. On the receiver remote, press menu, 6, 1, 1.
4. Highlight Check Switch and press select.
5. Make sure Superdish and Alternate boxes
are NOT selected.
6. Highlight Test and press Select.
Screen graphics may vary.
IMPORTANT! YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED THE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION BEFORE RUNNING THE
CHECK SWITCH.
For automatic satellite switching, King Controls recommends using a Dish Network model
311 receiver for Dish 500, and a Dish Network model VIP211 or a VIP211k HDTV receiver for
Dish 1000/1000a. Do not use dual tuner receivers or recorders.
If you do not have a clear view of the satellites, the switch will not load.
Note: The SW21 and SW64 switches are a receiver software configuration that is loaded into the receiver after
running a check switch test with the dish locked on and configured for the appropriate service.
This one time procedure will not need to be repeated after successful installation, unless a) check switch
test is run again while connected to a home dish system, b) check switch is run when a receiver is not
connected, or c) you travel outside the coverage area of the pre-set satellite trio (Dish 1000/1000a only).
SECTION 3 SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATION
DISH NETWORK AND EXPRESSVU: CHECK SWITCH PROCEDURE

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The unit will perform a check switch test, and the dish will periodically move back and
forth. (This process will take several minutes.)
7. When test is complete, a screen similar to one of the following should appear:
If indicated results are not obtained, go back to Step 3 and run test again. Contact King
Controls if the check switch fails to load after 4 attempts.
8. Save the settings, exit to the main menu screen and wait for your programming to
download.
9. DISH 1000/1000a ONLY: Verify your saved settings show your desired satellite trio
(110, 119, 129 or 110, 119, 61). To switch trios, see page 16.
Configuration is complete.
MUST SHOW
“SW21”
NO “X”s
MUST SHOW
“SW64”
NO “X”s
DISH 500
DISH 1000aDISH 1000
BELL EXPRESSVU

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1. Turn on the TV and receiver. “Searching for Satellite” or similar will appear on TV screen.
2. On VuQube controller, press and hold the
ON button for 3 FULL SECONDS.
Power light turns steady GREEN.
SECTION 4 OPERATION
IMPORTANT: There must be a clear “line of sight” to the southern sky. Mountains, buildings, trees,
telephone poles, etc. can all block the satellite signal from reaching the dish.
The distance driven since last performing a search may affect how long it takes the
VuQube to find the satellite.
Satellite TV and receiver technology are constantly changing. If you experience difficulty
go to www.kingcontrols.com or contact the King Controls Service Department at
[phone].
a) flashes a variety of colors
for about 30 seconds
b) RED-flashing
c) GREEN-flashing (may start
flashing RED again)
d) GREEN-steady
unit performs self-diagnostic
search in progress
potential satellite found
satellite(s) found and search is complete
STATUS LIGHT SYSTEM STATUS
3. When the status light is steady green, select a channel or the program guide to view your
programming. Enjoy! (DO NOT TURN THE VUQUBE OFF IF USING THE AUTOMATIC
SATELLITE SWITCHING FEATURE.)
Note: If the status light is steady GREEN and your programming does not appear, press the reset button on your
DIRECTV receiver. If using Dish Network, hold the receiver power button in for 10 seconds to reset your
receiver. Consult your receiver owner’s manual for further details. (Note that it may take several minutes
for the guide to re-download.)
When receiver reset is complete and the guide is downloaded, select a channel or the program guide to
view your programming.

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AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING
1. After you have properly configured the VuQube antenna for your satellite service, the
VuQube will automatically switch between satellites by simply selecting your desired
channel using the receiver’s remote control.
.Note: For better performance when using the automatic satellite switching feature, change channels by selecting
your program from the channel guide rather than channel surfing.
It is common for the picture to pixel or display an error message when the antenna is switching between
satellites, or the signal has been temporarily blocked. PLEASE BE PATIENT. THE PICTURE WILL
RETURN.
If an error message appears for an extended period, selecting CANCEL may help clear the message
more quickly.
Dish Network HD users: If you are unable to receive all of your HD programming, see Dish Network
HDTV: Changing the Satellite Trio on page 16.

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IMPORTANT! Perform this procedure only if you are unable to receive all of your HD programming in a
particular area of the country.
You cannot change trios if the antenna has not been initially configured for Dish 1000 or
1000a (see pages 8-9).
DISH NETWORK HDTV: Changing the Satellite Trio
Dish Network HD programming is broadcast from 4 satellites (61,110,119,129). The 61 and 129
satellites broadcast identical programming. (The 61 is generally stronger in the eastern U.S. and
the 129 in the western U.S.) The map below shows the approximate coverage for each satellite.
Your VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with two different satellites trios (DISH
1000a: 61,110,119 or DISH 1000: 110,119,129) as you travel from one coverage area to another.
By choosing the appropriate trio that includes either the 61 or the 129 based on where you are,
you can receive all of your desired programming.
SATELLITES 61 AND 129 COVERAGE MAP
Note: This map is an approximation only. Which trio works best in a given location may differ from
what is indicated on the map.

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IMPORTANT! YOU MUST RUN THE CHECK SWITCH AFTER SWITCHING TRIOS!
IMPORTANT! YOU MUST RUN THE CHECK SWITCH AFTER SWITCHING TRIOS!
61, 110, 119 TRIO (DISH 1000a)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 4times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF. GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
110, 119, 129 TRIO (DISH 1000)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 4times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF. GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.

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If you have traveled a long distance since last performing a search, you can speed up acquisition
time by setting the VuQube to start searching at one of four different elevations: 25°, 37°, 48° or
55°.
Find your location on the appropriate map for your service and choose the elevation closest to
you. Then follow the instructions in the corresponding box on the next 2 pages.
CHANGE SEARCH ELEVATION
DIRECTV
Single satellite 101
DIRECTV Plus
Dish Network
Dish 500
Dish 1000
Dish 1000a
Dish Network
Single satellite 119