VuQube V20 User manual

11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.kingcontrols.com
20625 REV B
Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets
®
Automatic Satellite System
with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification
Model V20
Installation and 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 installing and using the VuQube.
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)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Contents Page
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................2
2. INSTALLATION....................................................................................3-7
3. VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION...........................................9-14
4. SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATION....................................16-17
5. OPERATION....................................................................................18-24
6. TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................25
7. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................26
8. LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................27

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The VuQube V20 Automatic Satellite System provides simple, one-touch operation for easy
access to all your favorite satellite TV channels. It is a full featured dish system with automatic
satellite acquisition and satellite switching capabilities.
The V20 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)
ExpressVu
ExpressVu HDTV
The V20 includes 2 main components (Fig. 1).
Antenna Unit Located on the outside of the vehicle. The dish is covered by a
protective enclosure that keeps operational components free from
the elements.
Controller Located in the vehicle. Activates the search mode and provides
limited diagnostic functions using the status light.
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing.
(Sold separately.)
Fig. 1

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KIT CONTENTS:
2. Unpack and identify all components (Fig. 2).
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
Fig. 2
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED:
1. Read thru the instructions and make sure you have all the tools and materials required to
complete the installation, including:
• mounting bracket (sold separately - for more information call King Controls at
800-982-9920 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com)
• drill and drill bit set
• tape measure
• 7/16” open end wrench (coax connections)
• adhesive sealant (compatible with cab material)
• appropriate tools and fasteners to install all components and wiring
KIT CONTENTS

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ANTENNA UNIT LOCATION AND INSTALLATION (FIG 3.)
3. Determine the location of the antenna unit using the following criteria:
a) The antenna unit is designed to be mounted to a vehicle with an appropriate
mounting bracket such as the MB100 or MB200 (sold separately - for more
information call King Controls or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com).
b) The antenna unit requires a 16” wide space for mounting.
c) It is highly recommended that the antenna unit extend a minimum of 4” above the
highest point of the cab or air shield for optimum satellite reception.
If you are unable to mount the antenna unit 4” above the cab due to height
restrictions, install with maximum clearance available. If the antenna unit is not high
enough, you may experience difficulty acquiring the satellite signal.
d) The antenna unit should be as far as possible from objects like smoke stacks,
beacons, logistic units, etc. that can physically block the satellite signal.
e) The wiring from the antenna unit may be run down the back of the cab and up into
the cab through an access bay, or a hole may be drilled in an appropriate location.
There must be no sharp bends in the wiring.
IMPORTANT! The antenna unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab, NEVER to any structure mounted
directly to the frame (for example the headache rack). Mounting directly to the frame will
void the VuQube warranty.
Fig. 3
IMPORTANT
The antenna unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab,
NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame.

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4. Mount the bracket to the cab (see bracket instructions-bracket sold separately). Remove
the nuts from the threaded studs on the bottom of the antenna unit. Insert the antenna
unit thru the bracket and fasten down securely with nuts. THE WIRING CONNECTIONS
MUST FACE FORWARD (TOWARD THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE).
EXTERNAL WIRING
5. Plug main harness into wiring port on back of antenna unit and tighten connection until it
clicks past the detent lock (Fig. 4).
6. Fill end of coax cable that will connect to the MAIN port on the antenna unit with supplied
dielectric grease. Connect this end of the coax cable to the MAIN port and tighten
connection (Fig. 4).
If using a second receiver, fill end of second coax cable (not supplied) and connect it to
the port labeled AUX. Tighten connection.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CONNECTIONS.
Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fasteners to secure the mounting bracket
to the cab, and they should always be used in combination with a cab compatible sealant.
IMPORTANT! The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes with sealant.
Note: The VuQube is wired for a dual LNB. There are two coax ports on the back of the antenna unit. The one
labeled “MAIN” MUST be connected to the main receiver in vehicle. This is the receiver that will control
automatic satellite switching if applicable. The one labeled “AUX” can be used for an additional receiver.
IMPORTANT! You must fill the ends of the external coax cables with the supplied dielectric grease.
Fig. 4
Coax connections should be snug.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!
IMPORTANT!
The alignment tabs on the wiring
port and the main harness plug must
match up when engaging plug onto
port.
YOU MUST TIGHTEN THE PLUG
UNTIL IT CLICKS PAST THE
DETENT LOCK.
(A channel lock pliers may be used
to carefully tighten the connection.)

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7. Run wiring from the antenna unit to the location where it will be fed into the vehicle.
Make sure external wiring is tied down securely (to a hand rail for example) (Fig. 5).
8. Drill 3/4” hole through the cab or use an existing hole to feed the wiring inside the cab.
Seal opening with cab compatible sealant so that it is entirely waterproof (inside and
outside of the hole).
IMPORTANT! Bracket mounting holes and wiring hole must be sealed so they are
completely waterproof. Sealant must be cab compatible.
Fig. 5 TYPICAL CAB INSTALLATION USING THE MB100 BRACKET
(Bracket sold separately)

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INTERNAL WIRING
9. Inside the vehicle, make the connections as shown in (Fig. 6), keeping in mind the
following important points:
a) The connection between the antenna unit and the receiver must be a direct
connection with no devices in between.
b) Power connection must be a non-shared circuit. Excessive current draw on the
circuit will cause the unit to operate improperly. Power and ground connections must
be made after the main harness is plugged into the antenna unit.
c) If fusing the circuit, the fuse must be rated at 7.5 amps.
Fig. 6
Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component
video/audio cable connection to TV.

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SECTION 3 VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
The VuQube Model V20 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 10-14, find your service and follow the instructions in the box.
DIRECTV
Single Satellite 101 (Factory Pre-set) Page 10
DIRECTV Plus Page 10
Dish Network
Single Satellite 119 Page 11
Dish 500 Page 11
Dish 1000 - HDTV Page 12-13
Bell ExpressVu
Standard Digital 91 Page 14
HDTV 82/91 Page 14

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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 16 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 16 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 13.
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 20).

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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 16 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 16 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 16 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 16 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.
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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 4 SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATION
DISH NETWORK AND EXPRESSVU: CHECK SWITCH PROCEDURE

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 20.
Configuration is complete.
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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 5 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.