Page 2 - Introduction; How Does Digital Satellite; For Programming information call:; Introduction/How Does Digital Satellite TV Work?; DISH NETWORK; Your new Winegard RV Digital Satellite System is an easy-; operate MV3500A. Two symbols have been used —; Indicates caution should be taken!
2 DIRECTV ® is an official trademark of DIRECTV, a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corporation. DISH Network TM is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporaton. DIGITAL BROADCAST SYSTEM SATELLITE(S) Introduction Congratulations! You have purchased one of Win- egard’s latest developments...
Page 3 - This model is PRESET for DIRECTV; If you have a DISH Network; TO CHANGE SWITCHES INSIDE DOME —; Quick Reference Guide; MOUNTING
3 2. Determine which programming you will be using. This will determine how you set your switches. For DISH Network set switches to 119° . For ExpressVu ®, set switches to 091° . NOTICE! This model is PRESET for DIRECTV ® receivers. If you have a DISH Network ® or ExpressVu ® (Canada) receiver...
Page 4 - DIRECTV programming; Install Summary
4 To toggle between satellites when subscribing to multi-satellite programming— The MV3500A will toggle between the primary and seconday satellites for either DISH Network or DIRECTV. Both have programming on more than one satelite. When a channel is selected on the remote control and is not on the ...
Page 5 - Lift dome out of box vertically. Then lift unit out of box; Do not turn box and “roll” out, or turn up-; Parts Included • Tools Needed • How to Unpack; TOOLS NEEDED FOR UNPACKING & INSTALLATION:
5 All required screws, washers, bolts, and nylocks 1 base with electronics, dish, dual LNBF 30’ Coax Cable 30’ Power/Data Cable bundle 1 . Open box and remove packing material. 2. Lift dome out of box vertically. Then lift unit out of box vertically. Do not turn box and “roll” out, or turn up- side ...
Page 6 - Installation Diagram; SiDeS of ConTrol UniT
6 Installation Diagram Control Box detail LNBF RECEIVER P4 ELEVATION P3 AZIMUTH (#1 represents Switch DOWN; #0 represents Switch up) Sat. Rcvr. Switch Set Position ....................... .... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DISH NETWORK ....................... ....... 0 ... 0 .... 0 ... 1 .... 0 ... 0 ....1 ... 1 ...
Page 7 - Installation; • Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is; • You will need to decide where the wires will enter; WARNING: Many +12VDC sources can cause the; Install in DRY conditions only!; Installing unit on roof of vehicle —; Obstruction Ht. Unit Clearance; FIGURE 4
7 Installation IMPORTANT! Do not install this system in the rain, or under any wet conditions . Mois- ture may affect electronics and void your warranty!1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisition time, park vehicle on a level surface; level the RV. 2. Select a level spot on your roof f...
Page 8 - and; You must have filtered +12 VDC power source; Cable entry installation —; COAX CABLE ROUTING; INSTALLING THE POWER SWITCH DIAGRAM; DO NOT CUT DATA CABLE SHORT!; HD Ready
8 Installation 1. Decide the best location for the cables to enter the vehicle, and the location of the power switch and receiver (see “Installing the switch and receiver”on pages 9 and 10). Drill a 1/2” hole in the roof, push wires inside. Make proper connections. You must have filtered +12 VDC pow...
Page 9 - Be sure that switch settings have been made ac-; Verify that the; Replace dome using 8 supplied screws.; Initializing & replacing the dome after; Connecting two receivers; NOTE: Secondary receiver will not toggle.; Installation • Wiring; Connecting one receiver; “SATEllITE IN”; Connecting the receiver —; HD Compatibility; INSTALLING THE DOME; Insert screw in holes on dome
9 QUADREX SCREW WITH RUBBER WASHER (USE #2 PHIL- LIPS) 1. Be sure that switch settings have been made ac- cording to your service provider. See page 3.2. Be sure vehicle is in a location free of all obstruc- tions and with a clear view of the satellite.3. Power up unit, turn on receiver. Verify that...
Page 10 - Troubleshooting; The MV3500A does not attempt to find a satellite or; ON; PROBLEM; Unknown; With DIRECTV, the dish will find the alternate
10 Troubleshooting The MV3500A does not attempt to find a satellite or it never moves. The dish never stops on any of the signals that it sees. 1. Check your Power switch to verify that it is in the ON position. 2. Check +12 V wires at unit to verify power. Check fuse on electronics. PROBLEM SOLUTIO...
Page 11 - WINEGARD MObIlE PRODUCTS lIMITED WARRANTY; Specifications & Warranty; Features and specifications
11 WINEGARD MObIlE PRODUCTS lIMITED WARRANTY (2 YEARS PARTS; 1 YEAR lAbOR) Winegard Company warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase. During year one (1) of such warranty, Winegard Company will also pay authori...