King Canada 9818-RJ - Manual

Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING!

Page 1 IMPORTANT! The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual wasaccurate at the time of printing. If your Sea-King System does not operate as outlined in this manual please call King Controls at (800) 982-9920 or visit our website atwww.kingcontrols.com. TABLE ...

Page 4 - SECTION 1; INTRODUCTION

The Sea-King Fully Stabilized Marine Satellite System includes 4 main components (Fig. 1) . Dome (Antenna) Unit Mounted on the vessel. The dish is covered by a protectivedome that keeps operational components free from theelements. Controller Located in the vessel. Used to activate and monitor thesy...

Page 5 - Angle in degrees measured clockwise from Magnetic North (0°); SECTION 2; DEFINITION OF TERMS; Angle in degrees measured from the ground plane

AZIMUTH: Angle in degrees measured clockwise from Magnetic North (0°) (Fig. 2) . SIGNAL STRENGTH: Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission. SECTION 2 DEFINITION OF TERMS Fig. 3 ELEVATION: Angle in degrees measured from the ground plane (Fig. 3) . Page 3 Fig. 2

Page 6 - Unpack and identify all components; SECTION 3; INSTALLATION; TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED:

KIT CONTENTS: 1. Unpack and identify all components (Fig. 4) . Page 4 SECTION 3 INSTALLATION TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: - drill and drill bit set- tape measure- 7/16” open end wrench (coax connections)- 5/32” allen wrench, channel lock or pliers (to remove shipping bolt)- 1/8” allen wrench or phi...

Page 7 - DOME LOCATION; the level of the radar.

Page 5 DOME LOCATION 1. Select an area on the vessel for the dome unit, keeping in mind the coax cables will enter the vessel through the surface directly beneath the dome unit. Use the following criteria: a) The shortest distance between the dome unit and the main satellite receiver is most desirab...

Page 8 - AND ACCESSIBLE FOR OPERATION AND; Place the components in the selected areas.; SYSTEM LOCATION CHECK; Note: Use appropriate figure for your model number:

1. Remove and save the dome cover screws. (Figs. 6A and 6B) . 2. Carefully remove the dome cover, tilting it side to side as necessary to prevent damaging internal components. 3. Remove and discard the shipping bolt. Page 6 COMPONENT LOCATION: 1. Select the location of the internal components using ...

Page 10 - Connect system as outlined in; Section 4 OPERATION, Page 18

ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! To verify proper operation of the components in their selected locations, perform a SystemLocation check as follows: 5. Connect system as outlined in Fig. 10, Page 13 . 6. Verify system operates properly as described in Section 4 OPERATION, Page 18 . 7. After verifying pro...

Page 11 - REMOVED from ends of all

DOME INSTALLATION AND EXTERNAL WIRING Fig. 7 IMPORTANT! USE ONLY THE COAXIAL CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THE SEA-KING. DO NOT CUT COAX. COIL AND STORE EXCESS CABLE IN THE CABINETWITH THE COMPONENTS. If coaxial cable other than that supplied with the Sea-King is used, thefollowing guide lines must be follow...

Page 12 - continuing with permanent installation.

Fig. 8 Page 10 IMPORTANT! The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes in the vessel. Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fastener to secure the dome unit to the pedestal or vessel surface. Depending on the surface material,fasteners such as lag scre...

Page 14 - labeled “SATELLITE IN.”; Coax connections should be snug. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!

ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING! Page 12 INTERNAL WIRING (Fig. 10) 1. Connect the 50’ coax cable from “MAIN” on dome unit to the tuner port labeled “ANT.” 2. Connect the 7’ coax from the tuner port labeled “REC” to the main satellite receiver port labeled “SATELLITE IN.” 3. Connect the 7’ controller cable...

Page 15 - WIRING DIAGRAM; IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.

Page 13 9815-RJ9818-RJ WIRING DIAGRAM Fig. 10 IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.

Page 16 - MULTIPLE SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATIONS; -4 satellite receivers: use one 2x4 or 3x4 active multi-switch

Page 14 MULTIPLE SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATIONS With the use of an active multi-switch (not supplied by King Controls), more than two TV’s andreceivers can be hooked up (see Fig. 11 for typical 4 receiver hookup). Other options: 3-4 satellite receivers: use one 2x4 or 3x4 active multi-switch 8 sa...

Page 17 - TYPICAL 4 RECEIVER HOOKUP

Page 15 Fig. 11 TYPICAL 4 RECEIVER HOOKUP IMPORTANT! AVOID SHARP BENDS WHEN ROUTING COAX.

Page 19 - OPTIONAL TUNER MOUNTING BRACKETS (INCLUDED)

3. Mount tuner in previously chosen location (Fig 15) . Page 17 OPTIONAL TUNER MOUNTING BRACKETS (INCLUDED) 1. Remove 4 screws from the tuner. 2. Fasten mounting brackets to tuner with same screws (Fig. 14) . Fig. 14 Fig. 15 Note: Depending on the mounting surface, pilot holes for the fasteners may ...

Page 20 - SECTION 4; OPERATION; Note: The Sea-King must remain powered on; DO NOT TURN THE

IMPORTANT! There must be a clear “line of sight” to the satellite (See Fig. 2, Page 3). Terrain, other boats, buildings, trees, masts, telephone poles, etc. can allblock the satellite signal from reaching the dish. SECTION 4 OPERATION Note: This example is for the DTV 101 satellite in Region 2-North...

Page 22 - SET SATELLITE SERVICE; SATELLITE OPTIONS; Dish Network at 61

Page 20 SET SATELLITE SERVICE SATELLITE OPTIONS DISH 61 Dish Network at 61 EXPVU 91 Bell ExpressVu at 91 DISH 129 Dish Network at 129 DISH 148 Dish Network at 148 EXPVU 82 Bell ExpressVu at 82 DTV 101 DIRECTV at 101 Sat 110 Dish Network at 110 Sat 119 Dish Network at 119 DTV 101/ 110 hd DIRECTV at 1...

Page 23 - For DIRECTV Subscribers:; The satellite setting allows the user to select the satellite; For DISH NETWORK Subscribers; : Use the procedure on the previous page to switch

Page 21 Note: For DIRECTV Subscribers: The satellite setting allows the user to select the satellite and service provider of choice. For DIRECTV subscribers, the Sea-King can also tracka secondary or alternate satellite. Example: If you are a subscriber to the DIRECTV service most of the programming...

Page 24 - SECTION 5; TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM

Page 22 SECTION 5 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE SOLUTION Controller does not power up. Check: tuner is connected to power supply. controller is connected to tuner. power supply is plugged into 110 VAC outlet. Controller remains in one of thefollowing conditions: POWER TRIP ANT COM ERROR? TUNER CO...

Page 28 - MECHANICAL CALIBRATION

Page 26 MECHANICAL CALIBRATION IMPORTANT! You must call King Controls before performing this procedure. IMPORTANT! The Sea-King must remain perfectly still during the mechanical calibration. The Sea-King must be running (NOT IN IDLE/HOLD).

Page 29 - Rain Fade; Dome Magic; SECTION 6; MAINTENANCE

Page 27 The Sea-King Satellite System has been designed to be maintenance and trouble free. For optimum signal strength, keep the dome clean from dirt, bugs, and other debris. Periodicwashing of the dome with mild soap and water is recommended. If you plan on storing your vessel for long periods of ...

Page 30 - SECTION 7; LIMITED WARRANTY

Page 28 Every King Controls Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is covered bya two year parts and one year labor limited warranty from the date of original purchase. This warranty does notcover installation and external wiring or refurbished units. Shou...

King Canada 9818-RJ - Manual

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