Winegard RD-9146 User manual

WINEGARD ®
46 cm Portable Satellite System
Models RD-9046/RD-9146
UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY
After unpacking the system, verify that you have a level,
compass (attached to base), and 25 feet of coax. If you
do not, call Winegard Company at 1-800-288-8094
between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. central
time, Monday through Friday.
SAVE THE CARTON. This carton is designed to be
reused to store your system in when not in use.
Signal from satellite
24° look angle
Antenna Reflector at 90°
ANTENNA/MOUNT
MADE IN U.S.A.
U.S. Patents 5,532,710
& 5,646,638
OPERATION
STEP 1. Connect coax from LNBF to receiver. If
additional cable length is required, use a high grade
RG-6/U type foam cable suitable for satellite signal and
an FS-8100 cable splice.
STEP 2. Plug in the receiver and TV.
STEP 3. Turn TV and receiver ON.
STEP 4. Tune TV to ch. 3 or 4 (to the same channel as
the output on the receiver.)
STEP 5. Determine azimuth (direction) and elevation
required for your position. Refer to receiver manual.
STEP 6. Loosen clamp knobs. Elevate reflector to the
correct elevation. Align degree of elevation required
with front of the slide bracket. Each mark indicates 5
degrees of elevation with the first mark being 00 (mark
closest to compass/level). See Figures 1 and 2. Tighten
clamp knobs.
STEP 7. Level base using bubble level recessed into
the base.
STEP 8. Using compass recessed into base, rotate
the base slowly (3oincrements) to the desired azimuth
(direction) for the high power satellites. The signal is
digital, you must wait a few seconds after each move to
allow the receiver to process the signal.
NOTE: Disregard the compass markings, the red
compass needle always points North. Rotate the
base so that the other end of the needle points at the
correct heading (direction) on the antenna base. DO
NOT USE THE DEGREE MARKINGS ON THE
COMPASS.
NOTE: If you have the unit sitting on a tailgate or on
other metal items, it is recommended that you remove
the compass from the base and stand away (15'
min.) to find the correct azimuth. Compass is
attached to base with velcro.
STEP 9. Adjust azimuth (direction) and elevation (up/
down) for strongest signal.
NOTE: If you do not get a picture, check the following:
1. Make sure antenna has clear view of the high
power satellites, no buildings, trees, etc.
blocking the view.
2. Make sure coax connections are good.
3. Check coax for breaks, crimps, cuts etc.
4. If base is not level, you will have to adjust the
elevation to compensate.
5. Check that TV is tuned to correct channel.
CAUTION: DO NOT DROP SYSTEM. IF ANTENNA IS
DAMAGED, IT WILL REDUCE THE GAIN (HOW MUCH
SIGNAL THE ANTENNA SENDS TO THE RECEIVER)
OF THE ANTENNA. THIS CAN RESULT IN A
DEGRADED PICTURE.

50
75
65
60
55
45
40
FIGURE 4
Coil Coax
Around
Clips
Reflector
FIGURE 1 Point Towards Satellite
Use Front of Slide
Bracket for Proper
Degree of Elevation
Required. Unit shown
at 50o.
Clamp Knobs
0 Degrees Elevation
(Next Mark Indicates 50)
LNBF
FIGURE 2
Reflector Support
Post
FIGURE 3
Use Front of Slide
Bracket for Proper
Degree of Elevation
Required. Unit shown
at 60o.
RETURNINGANTENNATOTRAVELPOSITION
STEP 1. Turn receiver and TV OFF.
STEP 2. Disconnect coax from receiver.
STEP 3. Loosen clamp knobs and put antenna in
travel position. See Figure 3.
STEP 4. Coil coax under base. See Figure 4.
NOTE: The carton the system came in is designed
to be reused. It is suggested that you store your
system in it when not in use.
NOTE: When ready to use antenna again, you must
uncoil the coax before raising antenna. The antenna
will not raise if the coax is coiled up under the base.
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WINEGARD MOBILE PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY
(2 YEARS PARTS; 1 YEAR LABOR)
Winegard Company warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase. During year one (1) of such
warranty, Winegard Company will also pay authorized labor costs to an authorized Winegard dealer to repair or replace defective products. No warranty claim will be honored unless
at the time the claim is made, Customer presents proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (to locate the nearest authorized Winegard dealer, contact Winegard Company,
3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601, Telephone [phone] or visit www.winegard.com). Customer must provide proof of purchase with a dated sales receipt for the
Winegard product to verify the product is under warranty. If the date of purchase cannot be verified, the warranty period shall be considered to begin thirty (30) days after the date of
manufacture.
If a defect in material or workmanship is discovered, Customer may take the product to an authorized Winegard dealer for service. Customer must provide proof of purchase to
verify the product is under warranty. If the product is brought to an authorized Winegard dealer for service prior to expiration of year one (1) of the warranty period and a defect in
material or workmanship is verified by Winegard Technical Services, Winegard Company will cover the Winegard dealer’s labor charges for warranty service. The Winegard dealer
must contact Winegard Technical Services in advance for pre-approval of the service. Approval of the service is at the sole discretion of Winegard Company.
Alternatively, Customer may ship the product prepaid to Winegard Technical Services (located at 3111 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601, Telephone [phone]).
Customer must return the product along with a brief description of the problem and provide Winegard Technical Services with Customer’s name, address, and phone number.
Customer must also provide proof of purchase to verify the product is under warranty. If the product is returned before the expiration of the warranty period, Winegard Company will
(at its option) either repair or replace the product.
This Limited Warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: improper installation, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering,
modification of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard in any manner whatsoever, removing or defacing any serial number, usage not in accordance with product
instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain.
RETURN AUTHORIZATION POLICY
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) is required prior to returning any product to Winegard Company or Winegard Warranty Services under this warranty policy. Please call our
Technical Services Department at 800-788-4417 or send an e-mail to [email protected] to obtain the RMA number. Please furnish the date of purchase when requesting an
RMA number. Enclose the product in a prepaid package and write the RMA number in large, clear letters on the outside of the package. To avoid confusion or misunderstanding, a
shipment(s) without an RMA number(s) or an unauthorized return(s) will be refused and returned to Customer freight collect.
WINEGARD COMPANY DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORYINCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FORAPARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY
ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY.
In states that do not allow limitations on implied warranties, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the above limitations or exclusions do not apply.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives Customer specific legal rights. Customer may also have other rights that may vary from state to state.
SATELLITE RECEIVER WARRANTY:
See manufacturer’s limited warranty policy.
Rev. 2/08

2200816
Base
(2) 2240021
Rubber Bumper
2160691
0.312 x 2.91
Round Head Pin
2160692
0.312 x 3.36
Round Head Pin
2780258
Level
(2) 2200096
Clamp Knob
ANTENNA EXPLODED PARTS VIEW
Below is the exploded parts view for the 46 cm portable
satellite system. If you require a replacement part, call
Winegard Company at 1-800-288-8094 between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m central time, Monday
through Friday. Credit card orders only.
(5) 2160027
5/16" Washer
(2) 2745048
Pivot Link
2200921
Reflector Bracket 2780190
LNBF
2753065
25' Coax
2745307
46 cm Reflector, White
(4) 2160361
5/16-18 x 5/8" Flat Head Bolt
(4) 2160230
5/16-18 Hex Nut
(4) 2160690
0.312 x 0.660
Round Head Pin
2780257
Compass
2160821
Spring (not shown)
3201818
Slide W/Inserts
(6) 2160696
E-Clip Retainer
RECEIVER WARRANTY
Receiver is warranted by the manufacturer. See
instruction manual packed with receiver for warranty
information. DO NOT SEND receiver to Winegard
Company; it will be returned you. Only Echostar
receivers will be accepted and ONLY from dealers.
Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood St., Burlington, IA 52601-2000 319/754-0600 FAX [phone] © Winegard Company 2006 2451148 Rev 2/08
2744846
FEED SUPPORT
ARM
2160353
1/4-20 X 1.25 LONG
CARRIAGE BOLT
2160220
1/4-20
HEX NYLOCK NUT