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 two 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 coax cable(s) to enter the
vehicle. Consider the location of the receiver(s).
13. Drill a hole in the roof for the coax cable(s), and push
the cable(s) inside, making sure the coax cable(s) are
accessible from the area where the receiver(s) will be
located.
14. For the Playmaker, connect a coax cable from the “Satellite
In” port of the receiver to the port on the antenna.
For the Playmaker Dual, 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.
15. 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).
16. Secure excess cable with the provided cable ties.
Securing every 12–16” should eliminate any
unnecessary cable movement.
Installing the Antenna
(cont)
WARNING
It is not recommended to mount the antenna
directly to a vehicle without using the roof kit
accessory. Failure to follow proper installation instructions could
cause damage and/or potential injury.
The DISH Playmaker / DISH Playmaker Dual are
NOT
intended to be
mounted onto over-the-road trucks or for marine applications.
NOTE
You will use 16 screws for installation.
The kit includes 20.
Front of V
ehicle
Cable connection(s)
facing back of vehicle
Disclaimer: Although every effort has been made to ensure that the information in 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.
DISH and Playmaker are registered trademarks of DISH Network
L.L.C. Winegard is a registered trademark of Winegard Company.
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Roof Mount Kit RK-4000
