Winegard RK-2000 User manual

Installing the Mounting Feet
1. If the handle has been installed on the antenna, remove the
screws holding the handle to the antenna with a Phillips
screwdriver, and remove the handle.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen and remove the feet from
the bottom of the antenna.
3. Remove the dome screws with a Phillips screwdriver, and
remove the dome.
4. Remove the two nuts holding the eyelet to the base with a 3/8
socket wrench, and remove the eyelet.
5. Insert the two threaded posts on a mounting foot through the
two holes from which the eyelet was removed, and thread a
hex nut onto each post.
6. Locate the other holes for the remaining two mounting feet;
once installed, the mounting feet should be equally spaced
around the base. Insert the two threaded posts on the other
two mounting feet through the corresponding holes in the
base, and thread a hex nut onto each post.
7. Using a 3/8″socket wrench, tighten all hex nuts holding the
mounting feet to the base.
8. Place the dome back onto the base.
9. Align the holes in the dome with the holes in the base,
making sure that the antenna decal is centered above the
holes where the handle was previously installed.
10. Using the provided dome screws, insert a dome screw
through each aligned hole. Tighten.
Installing the Antenna
1. Do not attempt to install the antenna in the rain or under any
wet conditions. Install in dry conditions only.
2. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisition time,
park the vehicle on a level surface that is free of obstructions
such as trees or large buildings. Make sure you have a clear
view of the southern sky.
3. Select a level spot on your roof for installation. Level the base
front-to-back and side-to-side. If the base is not level, the
antenna may require more time to locate the correct satellite
or may not locate the correct satellite.
4. Ensure proper distance to other rooftop equipment is
maintained. Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is blocking
the satellite “line of sight”; see clearance requirements below.
Mounting foot (3)
Hex nut (6)
Cable entry plate
Cable tie (2)
Mounting
screw (20)
Wall plate
Power
switch
Wall plate screw (4)
Terminal insulator (2)
Bottom of antenna (before) Bottom of antenna (after),
handle and feet removed
Bottom of antenna,
eyelet removed
Bottom of antenna,
mounting feet installed
Barrel crimp
splice
16.7 in.
22.9 in.
29.0 in.
15 in.
38.2 in.
8 in.
12 in.
10 in.
Obstruction Height
Min. Distance to be Maintained from Antenna
Dome screw (6)
Roof Mount Kit
Model RK-2000
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5. After selecting a location for the antenna, make sure that the
centerline of the antenna is on or parallel to the centerline
of the vehicle; the centerline of the antenna runs through
the point between the two feet where cable connections are
located.
6. Position the antenna with cables exiting toward the rear of
the vehicle.
7. To ensure proper installation, check that the distance from the
edge of the roof to any foot is at least twelve inches.
8. Place the unit on the roof in its permanent location, and mark
around each base foot.
9. Clean the roof area where the base feet will attach to the roof;
do not erase your marks.
10. Check with your vehicle manufacturer for approved sealant,
and put approved sealant in the areas marked for the base
feet. Place the base feet on top of the sealant.
11. Before using the supplied mounting screws, check with your
vehicle manufacturer for any special screw requirements.
Screw down with four screws for each foot. After all base feet
are secured to the roof, put sealant around the edge of feet
and over screws.
12. Decide the best location for cables to enter the vehicle. Consider
the location of the power switch (if applicable) and receiver(s).
TIP The power switch and power cable will not be used with the Pathway X1 or Carryout G2+ antennas.
13. If the antenna requires connection to a 12V power source via
a power cable, cut off the power cord 12V plug.
14. Drill a hole in the roof for the cables, and push the wires
inside, making sure the cables are accessible from the area
where the power switch (if applicable) and/or receiver(s) will
be located.
15. Connect a coax cable from the “Satellite in” port of the primary
receiver to the main port on the antenna. If connecting the
antenna to two receivers, connect a second coax cable (not
provided) to the secondary port on the antenna.
16. If there is a power socket on the antenna base, connect one end
of the power cable to the power socket on the antenna base.
17. Place the provided cable entry plate over the hole and cables.
Screw the plate in place with eight mounting screws. Seal the
plate and screw holes with approved sealant (not included).
18. Secure excess cable with the provided cable ties. Securing
every 12–16” should eliminate any unnecessary cable
movement.
Installing the Power Switch
If the antenna has a power socket on the base, proceed with
installing the power switch. If the antenna is powered through
the receiver and does not have a power socket on the base or
power cord, the power switch does not need to be installed.
TIP The power switch and power cable will not be used with the Pathway X1 or Carryout G2+antennas.
1. Make sure “WINEGARD”, “OFF”, and “ON” are all facing
upwards, and push the power switch through the hole in the
wall plate. The power switch should snap into place.
2. Choose a location to install the power switch. Be sure the
switch is in the “OFF” position before continuing.
3. For a wall or panel mount, drill a 1¼” hole, and pull wires
through the wall or panel.
4. The 12V power plug should already have been cut off of the
supplied power cord (see step 13 of previous section). Then,
strip the jacket to expose the black and red wires.
5. Strip both the red and black wires 1/8” back.
6. Connect the 12V power wire from the vehicle to a red terminal
insulator. Then, connect the terminal insulator to the spade
that lines up with the marked “OFF” side of the power switch.
7. Connect the red wire from the antenna power cord to a red
terminal insulator. Then, connect the terminal insulator to
the spade that lines up with the marked “ON” side of the
power switch.
8. Slide the ground wire from the vehicle into one end of the
barrel crimp splice, and slide the black ground wire from the
antenna into the opposite end of the splice. Crimp the splice.
9. Mount the wall plate with the four supplied wall plate screws.
Antenna with power socket Antenna without power socket
Front of Vehicle
Cable connections
facing back of vehicle
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this manual is correct and complete, no company shall be held liable for any errors or
omissions in this manual. Information provided in this manual was accurate at time of
printing. If the antenna does not function as expected, please contact Winegard Company
at [e-mail] or 1-800-788-4417, or visit our website at www.winegard.com.
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