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Contents:

Introduction   2
Proper use & operation 

2

Safety precautions 

 

3

Application example   

4

Product contents 

 

4

Required tools and equipment 

4

Selecting an installation location  5
Attaching Antenna Mount Plate    6
and LNB Park Plate
Attaching Antenna Unit to 

7

Mount Plate  

Introduction:

Please read these instructions fully before using the antenna for the first time. The operation of the antenna has 
been designed to be as simple as possible however should you require any technical assistance please contact 
Maxview customer service on +44 (0)1553 811000 or visit www.maxview.co.uk. 

Proper use & operation:

The Crank Up is designed to be installed in a motorhome, caravan or horsebox to automatically locate a television 
broadcast satellite when the vehicle is stationary.

The Antenna which is to be permanently mounted externally to the roof structure of a motorhome/caravan
horsebox. The construction of the roof structure should be suitably robust and have no protruding obstacles

Use of the equipment for any other purpose than the one specified is not permitted and will invalidate the 
warranty.

All instructions and models are subject to change. In accordance with policy of progressive product, the company 
reserve the right to alter specifications.

Copyright© these instructions are the sole property of Maxview Ltd and may not be reproduced.
Please keep these instructions safe for future reference.

Recycle packaging where facilities exist. 

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Installing cables 

 

8

Installing Handle 

 

9

Attaching Satellite Dish to Unit  12
Finding a satellite 

 

13

Start a search 

 

13

Lowering antenna 

 

15

Skew adjustment 

 

16

Warranty 

  17

Specifications   18
Quick reference table   

19

Satellite Zone Map 

 

20

Содержание Crank Up B2590/65

Страница 1: ...ating instructions B2590 65 B2590 85 Crank Up UK contact Helpline 44 0 1553 811000 Email support maxview co uk Web www maxview co uk Maxview reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice 9111410 Iss 3 ...

Страница 2: ... the vehicle is stationary The Antenna which is to be permanently mounted externally to the roof structure of a motorhome caravan horsebox The construction of the roof structure should be suitably robust and have no protruding obstacles Use of the equipment for any other purpose than the one specified is not permitted and will invalidate the warranty All instructions and models are subject to chan...

Страница 3: ...weather conditions Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions All electrical work should be carried out by a competent person If in doubt seek advice from a qualified electrician Operation Before starting your journey check that antenna is in the park position The maximum speed of vehicle with antenna mounted on roof is 81mph 130km h Never operate the antenna if some...

Страница 4: ...m 20mm Tube x 1 Steel 4mm Spindle x 1 Self Adhesive Zone Map x 1 Compass x 1 M5 Washers x 2 Hexagonal socket key 4mm Deburrer Round File Emery paper Conduit recommend method for securing cables Maxview recommends the following adhesives Sikaflex 512 Caravan Geocel Geobond HM Sikaflex 252 Required tools and equipment not supplied 32mm hole saw 2 5mm and 8mm twist drill Power Drill Hacksaw No 2 Phil...

Страница 5: ...beneath screw fixing points Check the F cables will reach satellite receiver Maxview can supply extended cables Do not allow the dish to overhang the edge of the vehicle Clearance around antenna system when in use is shown with reference I Ensure adequate clearance of the handle assembly from cupboard doors and light fittings Key dimensions cm and weights 65cm Crank Up System weight 10kg A 17 B 10...

Страница 6: ...n plate with centre line 6 Mark the position of 6 screw fixing holes and centre hole 7 Mark position of LNB Park Plate Page 6 10 Apply rings of adhesive see page 4 to surface of Antenna Mounting Plate and LNB Park Plate and firmly place them into position Important Note Adhesive MUST be used to give a water tight seal between mounting plate and installation surface 8 Drill 6 x 2 5mm pilot holes in...

Страница 7: ...eper boards where necessary to ensure roof construction can support your weight Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions Attach Antenna Unit to Mounting Plate Carefully lower the antenna unit onto the Mounting Plate and re attach the M6 Nuts and Washers that were previously removed Caution Replace Nylon locking nuts if they have been removed more than twice The loc...

Страница 8: ...travel front of vehicle Installing cables 1 Check there are no hidden cables in the roof structure and that the hole location is clear of obstructions both internally and externally 2 See below for Cable Entry Cover instructions Application example Note To prevent trip hazards it is recommended that cables are concealed in PVCu conduit not supplied where access is required to the roof of the vehic...

Страница 9: ...and insert into the antenna unit through the hole in the ceiling With the plastic coupler pushed up tight to the ceiling mark the aluminium tube along all four sides Installing the handle Drilled hole Aluminium tube Coupler Note LNB image shows different model ...

Страница 10: ...t of the tube 3 Now mark and cut the 4mm spindle so that it is 40mm longer than the tube 40mm 4 With the Coupler Bush aligned to the rear of the vehicle insert the Tube and Coupler Bush through the ceiling hole and into the antenna unit Aluminium Tube should not protrude past the coupler bush Rear of vehicle ...

Страница 11: ...e arrow to the rear of the vehicle Mark the four fixing holes Drill four 2 5mm pilot holes or use a bradawl With four No 10 screws fix the Base Plate to the ceiling 6 Take the Dish Direction Unit and turn the azimuth lock lever to the red position to release the brake Locate the Dish Direction onto the Coupler Bush and use three M4 screws fix it in place Rear of vehicle Align arrows Azimuth lock l...

Страница 12: ...r travel 3 Elevate the antenna to 25 degrees 25 turns 25 degrees Azimuth Lock is Green LOCKED for travel Wind handle clockwise 25 turns to reach 25 degrees Note The Home Position will go past the Elevation Window during the 25 turns this is normal operation Antenna up Elevation Window Azimuth Lock is green LOCKED for travel Wind handle clockwise 25 turns to reach 25 degrees 6 Finally carefully rem...

Страница 13: ...ise signal quality and strength see page 16 for details Note Ensure the TV and Satellite Receiver are connected in accordance to the manufacturer s instructions The Zone map can be stuck to the wall if needed near the Dish Direction Unit Start a search 1 Open elevation handle 2 We recommend always winding the Antenna Handle 25 turns to 25 degrees as a starting position 3 Determine the approximate ...

Страница 14: ...ion 7 If no satellite is found adjust the elevation by 2 degrees and repeat the scan 8 When the satellite is found fine adjustment of the satellite system may now be required to achieve the best possible signal 9 Turn the Azimuth Lock Lever to the GREEN position to apply the brake Azimuth lock lever Red Unlocked Green Locked SE S Park position indicator Dish direction pointer Azimuth lock lever Un...

Страница 15: ...owly turn the handle until elevation indicator fully shows the home position and you feel some park resistance Do not over wind the handle as this may damage the satellite system CAUTION As a manual system we always recommend the 3 point safety check Before travelling 1 Elevation readout must show the Home position check park resistance felt 2 Azimuth Lock Lever must be in the Green Position and P...

Страница 16: ...h is weak at the limit of a given satellites reception area It involves adjusting the angle of the LNB on the roof mounted antenna unit Caution Follow general safety advice on page 3 when adjusting Antenna Unit Note LNB image shows different model Astra 2 28 2 Astra 1 19 2 ...

Страница 17: ...the following ready when you call Model number Serial number Date of purchase Clear and concise details of the fault Details of who installed the product The warranty does not apply where The product has been abused misused improperly installed or improperly maintained Repairs have been made or attempted by a third party other then Maxview Repairs are required due to normal wear and tear Modificat...

Страница 18: ...NB Type High Quality 0 2dB Universal Twin LNB Output Twin Typical Gain 65cm 36dB 85cm 38 1dB Frequency Range 10 7 12 75GHz Arm Cable RG179 Antenna Material Aluminium Reflector Thickness 1mm Finish Powder coated with U V inhibited polyester based Outside Dims 65cm dish 67 0 x 71 5 cm 85cm dish 85 0 x 90 5 cm Reflecting Dims 65cm dish 63 0 x 67 5 cm 85cm dish 81 5 x 87 cm Mounting Plate Material Alu...

Страница 19: ...s Add your favourite locations for quick reference for future use Satellite Location Elevation Number Notes degrees of turns Astra 28 2E King s Lynn 25 25 Crank Up Manufacturer Location Page 19 Quick reference table ...

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