118 Chapter 16 - SCAN Support for Finding Satellites
106 V3.2
SCAN Support for Finding Satellites
Chapter 16
Several functions are gathered together in the SCAN-function which makes looking and identifying
a satellite position easier. First of all the device should be in range SAT and in default state. Using
MODE
->
Satlist
to open the selection menu where you can choose the following functions:
•
SAT SCAN
•
SAT List
•
Import Satlist
•
Erase favourites
The function
SAT SCAN
can also be started using the soft key F5
SAT SCAN
. If the analyzer
function is active you can get a submenu by pressing
MODE
. Here you can select the function
SAT-SCAN
or
TRANSPONDER SCAN
.
Figure 16-1 SAT SCAN menu
16.1
SAT SCAN
This function can be chosen from the displayed menu described above or immediately using the
soft key F5
SAT SCAN
. A search cycle starts in a range from east to west where the most
important satellites are tuned to its transponders. A separate window opens and show the actual
searching status. If the satellite system can be clearly identified, the it's position and the satellite
name will be shown. The search cycle can be leave with
BACK
or
HOME
, switched to analyzer
mode with
ANALYZ
or changing into regular measurement mode with
ENTER
.
Note:
By starting the function SAT SCAN also a voltage over the RF input is
supplied. Always check that the connected system is compatible with 14V and
18V. Otherwise there could be some damage.
