Winegard Movin' View MV3500A User manual

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Movin’ ViewTM
Digital Satellite Mobile Antenna for Two Receivers
Model MV3500A
Made in the U.S.A. U.S. Patent Nos. 6,023,247; 6,188,300
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000
319/754-0600 • FAX [phone] • www.winegard.com
Printed in U.S.A. © Winegard Company 2005 2452063 Rev. 5/05
WINEGARD®

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DIRECTV®is an official trademark of DIRECTV, a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corporation.
DISH NetworkTM is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporaton.
DIGITAL BROADCAST SYSTEM
SATELLITE(S)
Introduction
Congratulations! You have purchased one of
Winegard’s latest developments in the mobile satel-
lite reception product line —the Movin’ ViewTM. This
system, used with your digital satellite receiver, will
deliver the best reception possible.
How Does Digital Satellite
TV Work?
Satellite programming originates from an “uplink”
facility on Earth — the facility receives many signals
from different sources, combines the signals digitally
and transmits to the satellites. The satellites (22,300
miles above Earth) receive the uplink signal, amplify
it and then transmit it back to earth in the Ku fre-
quency band. This signal is
concentrated and reflected to the
LNBF* located at the “focal point”
of the dish. The LNBF amplifies and
converts the signal to the 950 to
1450 MHz range. The signal is then
passed through a coaxial cable to the re-
ceiver where individual channel selection
and processing take place.
Introduction/How Does Digital Satellite TV Work?
PROGRAMMING UPLINK
CONTROL CENTERS
HIGH POWER KU-BAND
DOWNLINK SIGNAL
WINEGARD DIGITAL SATELLITE
SYSTEM ANTENNA
RECEIVER
UPLINK SIGNAL TELEVISION
SET
* Low Noise Block Converter Feed
For Programming information call:
DISH NETWORK®- 1-800-333-DISH (1-800-333-3474)
DIRECTV®- 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288)
EXPRESSVU®- 1-888-SKYDISH (1-888-759-3474)
Your new Winegard RV Digital Satellite System is an
easy-to-use satellite TV reception system. Because it
mounts on the top of your recreational vehicle, it goes
where you go and provides quality reception of digital
satellite signals. Check with your program provider for
exact coverage area.
MV3500A features:
• Easy “one-button” operation
• Compatible with most digital satellite receivers
• Ability to toggle between satellites using remote
control, if subscribing to multisatellite programming
• Winegard warranty
About this manual —We hope this manual will provide clear instructions to install and
operate MV3500A. Two symbols have been used —
Indicates caution should be taken! Indicates suggestions to make
processes easier for you.
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2. Determine which programming you will be using. This will determine how you set your switches.
For DISH Network set switches to 119°. For ExpressVu®, set switches to 091°.
NOTICE!
This model is PRESET for DIRECTV®receivers.
If you have a DISH Network®or ExpressVu®(Canada) receiver,
you must change the numbered switches inside the dome.
TO CHANGE SWITCHES INSIDE DOME —
1. Remove screws holding dome to base and remove dome. Place dome in safe spot to avoid damage.
Switches will be set at 101° for DIRECTV®. You may be changing these switches.
(#1 represents Switch DOWN; #0 represents Switch up)
Sat. Rcvr. Mt. Option Switch Set Position
................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
DIRECTV 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
(FACTORY PRESET)
DISH NETWORK 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1
ExpressVu 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 1
Quick Reference Guide
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SWITCH SETTINGS
SHOWN BELOW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1= DOWN 0= UP 1= DOWN
0= UP 1= DOWN
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 

0= UP
1 = DOWN
0 = UP
  
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
0 0 0 1 0 0 110 10 1 10 11
1. Turn on receiver and television set. The MV3500A
must be connected to a receiver that is plugged
into 120 VAC.
2. Verify that you are getting the receiver’s menu
screens on the television. These screens are available
with or without the dish finding the signal.
3. Turn the power switch on for the MV3500A. The
dish will detect if it is already on a satellite signal. If it
detects a signal, the dish will move to check its alter-
nate satellite and then move back to the original
satellite signal that it was on.
4. If no signal was detected, the dish will begin its
search to locate the primary satellite. Once the dish
locates a signal, it will pause long enough to identify
which satellite it has located. This may or may not be
OPERATION (VEHICLE MUST BE STATIONARY!!)
visible on your receiver’s point dish screen.
5. After the unit has verified that it has the correct satel-
lite, it will move to check the alternate satellite and move
back to the primary satellite to complete the search rou-
tine.
6. If you do not have signal, see Troubleshooting, p.11.
NOTE: Because the MV3500A uses information from
the last location that it was on a signal, satellite ac-
quisition may take longer if the dish is inactive over
long distance traveling.
DirecTV must be set to the “two” satellite, oval dish
setting. Refer to your receiver manual.
DISH Network receivers must have the check switch
set for “SW42”. See page 4.
CENTER LINE OF VEHICLE
REAR BASE FOOT
(MUST BE PARALLEL
TO CENTER LINE)
MV-3500
BACK OF VEHICLE
FRONT OF VEHICLE
MV3500A
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To toggle between satellites when subscribing to multi-satellite programming—
The MV3500A will toggle between the primary and
seconday satellites for either DISH Network or
DIRECTV. Both have programming on more than
one satelite. When a channel is selected on the
remote control and is not on the satellite cur-
rently selected, the unit will automatically toggle
to the correct satellite.
DIRECTV programming
1. DIRECTV receivers must be set for oval dish 2
sat selection to enable toggling between primary
101°W satellite and alternate 119°W satellite
only. (Consult receiver manual for procedure.)
After receiver is set for the correct dish selection,
when you request a channel located on a differ-
ent satellite, the unit will automatically toggle to
that satellite.
DISH Network programming (DISH 500)
DISH Network receivers must have the “SW42”
switch installed in order to toggle between the pri-
mary 119° satellite and the alternate 110° satellite.
(Consult your receiver manual for the procedure to
reach the “check switch” menu.)
To install the “SW42” switch:
1. Before turning on your MV3500A system, make
sure that your satellite receiver and television are
turned on and your receiver is on the “point dish”
menu. (Consult your owner’s manual to reach this
menu.)
2. Turn on the MV3500A system and wait for sig-
nal acquisition on satellite 119°.
3. After signal is acquired, you have 6 minutes to
complete Check Switch test. Consult your receiver
manual for instructions on running this test. Be sure
that Superdish and Alternate are unchecked if appli-
cable. Onscreen options may vary by receiver.
4. During the Check Switch Test, the receiver will
begin checking the switch by toggling between
satellites. When this is completed, SW42 will ap-
pear on the screen. It will be at the top of the
screen, satellite designations will be below, show-
ing odd and even transponders. See illustration.
If a switch other than SW42 appears, or you
have an X in one of the boxes below the satel-
lites, repeat Check Switch Steps.
NOTE: Be sure the “Superdish” and “Alternate”
boxes ARE NOT checked.
!Toggle: Your Winegard automatic
satellite dish will move from the
primary to the alternate satellite in
order to receive multi-satellite
programming.
5. Your system is now set up to toggle between
satellites. It will automatically move to the correct
satellite when a channel is selected with your re-
mote control.
NOTE: Once these steps are completed, you
won’t have to perform this test again, unless
Check Switch was performed on another satel-
lite dish, such as a home dish.
Check Switch screen display
Install Summary
Input: 1 1 1 1
Satellite: 119 119 110 110
Polarity: Odd Even Odd Even
Status: Satellite reception verified
Superdish Alternate
Cancel Test Help
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All required screws, washers, bolts, and nylocks
1 base with electronics, dish, dual LNBF
Silicone sealant
Surface Wipes
30’ Coax Cable
30’ Power Cable
1. Open box and remove packing material.
2. Lift dome out of box vertically. Then lift unit out of
box vertically. Do not turn box and “roll” out, or turn
upside down to remove.
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USE 2 PEOPLE
when removing the unit
from the carton.
Parts Included • Tools Needed • How to Unpack
If using knife to open
carton, BE CAREFUL.
Do not cut the dome on
the unit.
1 Radome
1 Power switch
1 Wall plate (white)
1 Surface mount box
1 Cable entry plate
3 Base feet
large yellow spade connector
2 small red spade connectors
LIFT UNIT STRAIGHT UP
OUT OF CARTON!
TOOLS NEEDED FOR UNPACKING & INSTALLATION:
UNPACKING THE UNIT
Level
Drill w/3/4” bit
1-1/4” hole saw (if mounting switch in wall)
Phillips screw driver #2
3/8” Open end wrench
7/16” Open end wrench
Sealant (consult RV manufacturer for proper type
for your roof material)
PARTS INCLUDED:
!BE CAREFUL when
removing unit. Dome is
attached to base by
only 3 pieces of tape,
NOT BY SCREWS.
!DO NOT PAINT DOME!
Painting dome will
cause signal
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Installation Diagram
Control Box detail
LNBF
RECEIVER
P4
ELEVATION
P3
AZIMUTH
(#1 represents Switch DOWN; #0 represents Switch up)
Sat. Rcvr. Switch Set Position
........................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
DISH NETWORK ................................ 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 1 .. 0 .. 0 .. 1 .. 1
DIRECTV .................................. 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 0 .. 1
(FACTORY PRESET)
ExpressVu ................................. 0 .. 1 .. 0 .. 1 .. 1 .. 0 .. 1 .. 1
Model MV3500A
ELECTRONICS INTERIOR VIEW
P3
P4
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IMPORTANT! Do not install this system
in the rain, or under any wet conditions. Mois-
ture may affect electronics and void your
warranty!
1. For best performance and to reduce signal ac-
quisition time, park vehicle on a level surface;
level the RV.
2. Select a level spot on your roof for installation.
Using the chart,
determine the
minimum distances
to other equipment.
WARNING: Level the base front to back and side
to side. If base is not level the MV3500A may re-
quire more time to locate the correct satellite
or may not locate the correct satellite.
• Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is
blocking the satellite “line of sight”, Fig. 3
• You will need to decide where the wires will enter
the vehicle. A coax and a power wire (minimum 16
gauge) will need to be run into the vehicle.
WARNING: Many +12VDC sources can cause the
unit to fail. Select a filtered source, preferably a dedi-
cated line to the battery.
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Installation
Install in DRY conditions only!
Installing unit on roof of vehicle —
Obstruction Ht. Unit Clearance
8” .......................................... 4”
10” ................................... 11.5”
12” ...................................... 19”
15” ...................................... 32”
FIGURE 3
OBSTRUCTION
UNIT BASE
3. Remove dome. Place dome in safe spot to avoid
damage. Place base on vehicle roof in the location
selected.
4. Attach each mounting foot to base by securing
with two 7/16” nylocks. See page 5 for foot locations.
5. After selecting location for unit (see number 2),
put the unit on the centerline of the vehicle.
REAR MOUNTING FOOT MUST BE PARALLEL
WITH THE CENTER LINE OF VEHICLE. See pg. 5.
6. Place the unit on the roof in its permanent loca-
tion and mark around the base bracket, Figure 4.
(Make sure the rear adjustable base foot is paral-
lel with the center line of the vehicle. Refer to
page 3, Figure 1A ).
FIGURE 4

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7. Clean roof area where the base feet will be
attached to the roof. Do not erase your marks!
8. Put approved sealant in the areas marked
for the base feet. Place base feet on top of the
sealant and screw down with the (4) #10
screws (provided) for each foot.
9. After all base feet are secured to roof, put
sealant around edge of feet and over screws.
Replace base on screws and reinstall nut.
Installation
FIGURE 5
BASE EXTERIOR
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Installation
CABLE-
ENTRY
CABLE
CLAMP
1. Decide the best location for the cables to enter
the vehicle, and the location of the power switch
and receiver (see “Installing the switch and
receiver”on pages 9 and 10). Drill a 1/2” hole in the
roof, push wires inside. Make proper connections.
You must have filtered +12 VDC power source.
2. Place cable-entry plate over hole and cables.
Screw in place. Seal plate and screw holes with ap-
proved sealant (not included).
3. Depending on the length of the cable on the roof,
you may need to use cable clamps or wire ties (not
provided) between the unit and your cable-entry plate.
Clamping the cable every 12”-16” should eliminate
any unnecessary cable movement, Figure 6.
FIGURE 6
Cable entry installation — INSTALLING THE POWER SWITCH
1. Choose a location to install the MV3500A power
ON/OFF switch. Remember when selecting a location
that you will need to run the +12VDC power cable
from the MV3500A to the switch. Be sure the
switch is in the OFF position before continuing.
See Figure 7 page 9.
Wall or panel mount: Drill 1-1/4” hole, pull wires
through wall or panel.
Surface mount: Determine location and direction of
box. Mount box and feed wire into one of the box open
ings. Snap the rocker switch into the switch plate. Be
sure switch is off!
2. Connect the ground wire from the vehicle and the
BLACK ground wire from the MV3500A together,
using large yellow spade connector.
3. Connect the YELLOW spade connector to
the silver spade on the switch.
4. Connect the RED wire from the MV unit to the
small RED spade connector.
5. Connect small RED spade connector to center
spade on switch.
6. Connect the +12 V power wire from the vehicle to
a small RED spade connector.
7. Connect small RED spade connect to isolated
spade on switch.
INSTALLING THE POWER SWITCH DIAGRAM
STEPS 2 & 3
TWO GROUND WIRES
1 FROM VEHICLE
1 BLACK WIRE FROM
SATELLITE DISH STEPS 4 & 5
RED POWER
WIRE FROM
DISH
STEPS 6 &7
+12 V FROM VEHICLE
ON/OFF ROCKER SWITCH
WITH LIGHT
(Shown in OFF position.)
FIGURE 7
Terminals on switch have to be bent to fit in surface
mount box.
INSTALLING THE DOME
Insert screw in holes on dome
rim. Be sure bolt is vertical;
not tilted to side. Tighten to
20 in.-lb., or approximately
until washer is visible
around screw head.
CAUTION:
DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN!!
QUADREX
SCREW WITH
RUBBER
WASHER
(USE #2
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1. Be sure vehicle is in a location free of all obstruc-
tions and with a clear view of the satellite.
2. Power up unit, turn on receiver. Verify that the
correct satellite is found. Refer to page 3 for de-
tail of operation.
3. Install dome. NOTE: After connectors are tight-
ened, apply bead of silicone around the
connector where the exterior hex nut touches the
base and around the cables where they enter the
connector on the exterior of the unit. See drawing
below. If second receiver is not used, apply sili-
cone to seal center hole of third connector. See
drawing below.
Initializing & replacing the dome after
connecting the receiver(s) —
Connecting two receivers
1. Connect the coax cable coming from the
MV3500A to the “ SATELLITE IN” input on the
primary receiver. The primary receiver is the
receiver used most often and will toggle between
satellites.
2. Run a second cable through the empty Heyco
opening and connect to the ground block-type
feed through and connect the other end of this
cable to “Satellite IN” input on the second re-
ceiver. NOTE: Secondary receiver will not
toggle.
Installation • Wiring
Connecting one receiver
1. Connect the coax cable from the MV3500A to
the “SATELLITE IN” on the receiver.
Connecting the receiver —
PRIMARY
RECEIVER
USED ONLY WITH
A SECONDARY
RECEIVER
GROUND BLOCK
CUSTOMER/INSTALLER
PROVIDES COAX FOR
SECOND RECEIVER
CONNECTOR
APPLY SILICONE BEAD IN HOLE
WHERE COAX ENTERS
APPLY SILICONE BEAD
AT BASE OF CONNECTOR
UNIT BASE