Model 1008IFD Dual Satellite Signal Meter
with rechargeable battery and charger
INTRODUCTION
The 1008IFD satellite signal meter has been designed for the installation and mainte-
nance of a satellite TV system. Its primary application is in dual satellite, single dish
installations. It features signal strength measurement by both meter indication and audi-
ble tone indication for dish antenna peaking. LNB voltage and current measurement is
also provided. An internal, rechargeable nicad battery pack with output switchable
between 13V, 18V, 13V/22 KHz and 18V/22 KHz allows a dish antenna to be installed
prior to installation of the satellite receiver. The output voltage and 22 KHz tone pres-
ence from a satellite receiver may also be monitored. The internal 22 KHz generator
allows “alternate satellite” selection on certain types of systems with an integrated
LNB/multiswitch.A 117 VAC wall plug type charger is included.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
EACH METER SECTION
Frequency range
950-2150MHz
Impedance
75 ohm
Sensitivity (per transponder)
-32 to +4 dBm 1 transponder
-41 to -5 dBm 8 transponders
-44 to -8 dBm 16 transponders (eg DBS 1, 2, 3)
Insertion Loss
4 dB
Voltage Drop
0.1V (Sat receiver to LNB)
Indication
Analog Panel Meter 100uA FSD
Acoustic Indicator
0.2 to 5.0 KHz
LNB Voltage Measurement
0-25VDC
LNB Current Measurement
0-500mA
Battery Powered Output Power
13V, 18V, 13V/22 KHz, 18V/22 KHz
Tone Output
0.6V square wave, 22 KHz
Tone Indicator
Requires >300mV, 20-24KHz
Battery Life between charges
3 hours continuous at 170mA LNB current
Charge Interval - typical
2 weeks in single satellite installations
Charge Interval - typical
1 week in dual satellite installations
Wall Plug Charger Output
24VDC at 100 mA conn. center positive
Charge power/time
24VDC at 60 mA for 14 hours
RF Connectors
Type F female
Dimensions H x W x D
5.3” x 7.04” x 3.81” (135 x 179 x 97 mm)
Weight
2.8 lb. (1276g)
This Channel Master
®
equipment is warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service. Channel Master shall repair or replace
defective equipment, at no charge, or at its option, refund the purchase price, if the
equipment is returned to Channel Master not more than ninety (90) days after ship-
ment. Removal or replacement of equipment and its transportation shall not be at
the cost of Channel Master except Channel Master shall return repaired or replaced
equipment freight prepaid.
This Warranty shall not apply to equipment which has been repaired or altered in
any way so as to affect its stability or durability, nor which has been subject to mis-
use, negligence or accident. This warranty does not cover equipment which has
been impaired by severe weather conditions such as excessive wind, ice, storms,
lightning or other natural occurrences over which Channel Master has no control,
nor shall this Warranty apply to equipment which has been operated or installed
other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Channel Master.
Claimants under this Warranty shall present their claim along with the defective
equipment to Channel Master immediately upon failure. Non-compliance with any
part of this claim procedure may invalidate this Warranty in whole or in part.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER AGREEMENTS AND
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, CHANNEL MASTER DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO ASSUME
FOR IT THE OBLIGATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY AND CHANNEL
MASTER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR
OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH
THE EQUIPMENT DELIVERED OR PROVIDED.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CHANNEL MASTER BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF USE, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
In no event shall Channel Master be liable for damages in an amount greater than
the purchase price of the equipment.
SATELLITE ACCESSORY LIMITED NINETY (90) DAY WARRANTY
User Instructions
BATTERY CHARGING
For optimum battery life, follow these guidelines:
CAUTION:
The 1008IFD is factory shipped with the battery in a
partially charged state. It should be used without charging until
the “BATTERY TEST” mode reaches the yellow position. It should
then be charged overnight using the charger provided. The unit
should then be charged overnight after each three(3) hours of use.
Note: Optimum battery performance is obtained after the first few charge/discharge
cycles. The powering switch must be in the “BATTERY OFF” position during charging.
Channel Master
®
LLC reserves the right to modify their designs or specifications, in the light of future
developments, without prior notice. The performance figures quoted are typical and are subject to
normal manufacturing and service tolerances.
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