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Automatic Satellite TV Antenna

KD1500

Owner’s Manual

11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438

PH 952.922.6889 || FAX 952.922.8424 || kingcontrols.com

Summary of Contents for KD1500

Page 1: ...Automatic Satellite TV Antenna KD1500 Owner s Manual 11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 PH 952 922 6889 FAX 952 922 8424 kingcontrols com...

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Page 3: ...PORTANT The satellite TV market is expanding and changing The information in this manual was accurate at the time of printing If your KING Rover Satellite Antenna does not operate as outlined in this...

Page 4: ...eceiver FIG 1 NOTE Overview only See connection diagram in INSTALLATION section for detailed information NOTE The KING Rover will not work with DIRECTV SWM only receivers It will not receive channels...

Page 5: ...bit set tape measure 7 16 open end wrench coax connections adhesive sealant compatible with roof material appropriate fasteners to install all components and wiring KIT CONTENTS 1 Unpack and identify...

Page 6: ...ight obstructions Air conditioning units other antennas and storage areas that are too close to the antenna unit may prevent the satellite signal from reaching the antenna unit Fig 3 FIG 3 NOTE Many R...

Page 7: ...holes in the mounting feet as a guide to install the fasteners into the roof Use additional fasteners whenever necessary 6 Test that the antenna unit is secure by pulling upward from each foot locati...

Page 8: ...ere coax will be fed into the vehicle If installing an optional second receiver run second coax to location where it will enter the vehicle Secure both coax to roof every 12 18 inches Fig 6 NOTE There...

Page 9: ...cover and cable opening so they are completely waterproof 11 Remove blue protective sheet and red position to rear sticker from the antenna unit IMPORTANT Installer is responsible for determining prop...

Page 10: ...ions are made go to ANTENNA CONFIGURATION on page 10 NOTE Do not use dual tuner receivers or receivers with built in recorders when satellite service is broadcast from more than one satellite NOTE FOR...

Page 11: ...Page 9 IMPORTANT DISH and Bell TV Subscribers Do not connect 2nd receiver at this time IMPORTANT DISH and Bell TV Subscribers Do not connect 2nd receiver at this time A B C D E...

Page 12: ...our KING Rover antenna To configure your antenna do the following 1 Press POWER to turn on KING Rover controller The COAX CONNECTION light will flash 10 times and then turn on and the SCAN PROGRESS li...

Page 13: ...atellite set up menu screens Switch Type 02 Multiswitch Dish Type 02 3 LNB 18 x 20 If you have an older receiver choose oval dish 2 satellites After setting your dish for either service as described a...

Page 14: ...For automatic satellite switching KING recommends using a DISH model 311 receiver for DISH SD If you do not have a clear view of the satellites the switch will not load correctly The SW21 and SW64 sw...

Page 15: ...options that include SuperDISH and Alternate boxes 6 Highlight Test Press SELECT on your remote The receiver will perform a check switch test during which time the antenna will periodically move back...

Page 16: ...mpts 8 When the installation summary shows the successful check switch test results save the settings exit to the main menu screen and wait for programming to download 9 DISH SD and HD and DISH SD and...

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Page 18: ...satellite receiver on Antenna is now ready to scan for satellites Go to next page IMPORTANT The antenna unit requires a direct line of sight to the satellites for signal reception Any tall objects ca...

Page 19: ...re acquire the satellites by repeating the scan process The KING Rover will go into sleep mode after 15 minutes and the COAX CONNECTION light will dim Press POWER to wake unit up if necessary i e the...

Page 20: ...trol and press MENU 6 1 1 to display the Point Dish screen 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Check Switch Press SELECT on your remote See the next page for downloading programming to...

Page 21: ...main receiver that is broadcast from the 119 satellite then the second receiver will be able to view any channel broadcast from the 119 satellite If you switch channels on the main receiver to one th...

Page 22: ...green light to turn solid This may take up to two minutes If it does not turn solid power on your receiver using the front panel POWER button On ViP211z models this is located behind the door panel 3...

Page 23: ...CORD When a number appears in the box verify Continue is highlighted Press SELECT on your remote The Portable Antenna Setup screen will display 5 Use the arrow buttons on your remote to highlight the...

Page 24: ...rrently in from the state menu Press SELECT 7 Verify Scan is highlighted Press SELECT The scan will begin and may take up to several minutes to complete The receiver will update software for DISH prog...

Page 25: ...e Antenna Setup Screen will appear Choose your location again and initiate a second scan The unit will scan a second time When the scan is complete the Acquiring Signal message will display Acquiring...

Page 26: ...number to activate your service Otherwise call 1 800 333 DISH 3474 to activate After your receiver is activated the electronic program guide will download This may take up to 5 minutes to complete po...

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Page 28: ...the door panel 3 Plug in and turn on your TV In your TV s input selection menu choose the input that matches the connection from your receiver example if using an HDMI cable from your receiver choose...

Page 29: ...heck Switch Press SELECT on your remote The Mobile Antenna Setup screen should now display The Mobile Antenna Setup screen will be displayed on your TV 4 Use the arrow buttons on your remote to highli...

Page 30: ...CT 6 Verify Scan is highlighted Press SELECT The scan will begin and may take up to several minutes to complete This screen will display during the scan 7 When the scan is complete the Acquiring Signa...

Page 31: ...u can view your programming when your receiver has been re authorized and the guide has finished downloading If you move the vehicle you will need to repeat the scan process to re acquire the satellit...

Page 32: ...roves and rescan If problem persists call KING Service at 952 922 6889 ERROR light and COAX CONNECTION light both flash quickly Coax between antenna unit and KING Rover controller not connected Coax f...

Page 33: ...rols com Rain Fade Rain or dew on the dome can cause signal interference and make the digital picture freeze pixelate or go out altogether This loss of signal is commonly referred to as rain fade and...

Page 34: ...ption replace without charge When returning product KING will supply an RMA number Return Merchandise Authorization This number must be clearly written on the box Failure to clearly write RMA number o...

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Page 36: ...11200 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington MN 55438 PH 952 922 6889 FAX 952 922 8424 kingcontrols com 21443 Rev E...

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