Alden Onelight 65, Orbiter 65, Orbiter 85, Onelight 60 Platinium, Orbiter 80 Platinium User guide

Antennes satellites automatiques ALDEN

ALDEN automatische Sat-Anlagen

ALDEN automatic satellite systems

Guide d’installation

Aufbau-Anleitung

Installation guide

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Onelight 65 Orbiter 65 Orbiter 85

Onelight 60 Platinium

AS2®

Orbiter 80 Platinium

AS3® AS4®

Planar®

modèles déposés - photos non contractuelles - document établi sous réserve de modifications techniques

Register pattern • Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geschütztes Model - Technische Änderungen vorbehalten.

Z.A. du Hairy F-67230 HUTTENHEIM www.alden.fr

Warning

The reproduction of whole or part of this guide is strictly forbidden without Aldens agreement.

Alden draws your attention to the risks that may occur if the mounting is not correct.

Alden declines all responsability if the product is not mounted in the correct way and especially if it is installed by
a non professional person.

The retailer is ment to know installation rules and to apply them. He will especially respect the installation location,
the cable connection, the gluing and screwing of the Alden satellite system.
By selling and installing an Alden product, the retailer is obliged to inform his customer on how the product works
and perhaps how to install the product in some cases. He will also give his customer the user’s guide.

The retailer must inform the customer about security matters.
The retailer must inform the customer that the product can only be used for the intended matter.
The retailer must also inform the end user about the current laws applicable in the country where the product is
going to be used.

Each product with electronic components has to be protected from undervoltage (under 10.5 volts) and overvoltage
(over 15 volts).

It is strictly forbidden to open, interfer, repair and/or modify the product without Aldens agreement. The warranty
will become void if you undertake such an action.

If any changes occur concerning the emission frequencies or the power of emission from the satellites, neither the

salesperson nor the manufacturer can be held for responsible

Neither the salesperson nor the manufacturer can be held for responsible if a satellite or a programme come to

disappear, if a free-to-air channel becomes scrambled or for any other modification that may affect the emission.

Unpredictable events can not lead to any exchange, refund or compensation from the salesperson nor the

manufacturer.The reception areas of the satellites are given as a guidance.

Alden declines all responsibility in the event of incidents or accidents if they are due to a non observation of the
installation instructions or the way the product is used.

It is strictly forbidden to open a product. The warranty will be come void if you do so.

Do not use the + after ignition, which means starting the vehicle, to close the system down. Before starting the
vehicle, make sure the satellite system is folded down in the folding down position.

Remove the fuse from the electric circuit board of the satellite system and receiver/AIO before interfering on the
general circuit board, or changing or connecting the battery. If the vehicle is equipped with a solar panel, also

remove the fuse.

If the wind gets up or by gale force, we recommend to fold the satellite system down. Refer to page 44 of this
manual. You must therefore fold the satellite system down when the wind is above 50 km per hour.

Never unfold the satellite system when it has snowed or by freezing rainfalls. Always make sure nothing will block
the opening of the satellite system (nor ice, nor snow...). Remove if this is the case.

Always switch the receiver/AIO off before unplugging the power supply.

You must ALWAYS fold the satellite system down before starting the engine of the vehicle. Go through the folding

down procedure. Before starting the engine, make sure the satellite system is completely down. .

We advise to withdraw the fuse supplying the receiver in case of long periods without driving or to disconnect the
power supply.

If you leave the vehicle, never leave the satellite system open.

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For a good quality picture, do not use the existing coax. cable circuits. Generally, it is recommanded to avoid all

connections.

You must provide a separate power supply equipped with a 5 Amp. fuse directly from the board battery to the

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S.S.C

/receiver/A.I.O®.

You must provide a separate power supply equipped with a 3 Amp. fuse directly from the main electric board to

the S.S.C®/receiver/A.I.O® for the

Plus after ignition

connection (only with Alden automatic satellite systems).

You must protect the ends of the motor and coax. cables with paper tape during installation (especially when
threading the cables through furniture).

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Only connect the LNB when the system is not connected to the power supply: the receiver/S.S.C

must be unplugged

before being connected to the LNB (low noise block converter). If not this could cause serious dammage to the LNB

circuit.

The warranty will become void if original or certified parts are not used. All repairs must be made by qualified
technicians.

When connecting the cables, make sure the satellite system and S.S.C

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/receiver/A.I.O® are not connected to the

power supply. Wait a few seconds after having switched the systems off before moving them or disconnecting
them.

After having followed the instructions, if the system does not work, contact your dealer.

• If you accept to install the equipment, you also accept the above rules. •

WEEE Directive (European Union and EEA only).

This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive
(2002/96/EC) and your national law. This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, E.G., on an authorized
one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product, or to an authorized collection site that recycles waste electrical and
electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste can have a negative impact on the environment and human
health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. By respecting this directive, you will

contribute to the effective usage of natural ressources. For more information about where you can dispose of your equipment for

(EEA : Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

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recycling, please contact your local city office, or other authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service.

Warning before installation

Protect the 3 cables (motor, skew and coax) with rubber grommets when installing through holes, walls and

cavities.Also protect the end of each cable with papertape during installation.

You MUST use the provided cables, without cutting nor modifying them. If not, the warranty will become void.
Do not use the existing coax cables in the vehicle, as the quality of the reception can be altered. Each joint or
different types of cables may weaken the quality of reception signal.
You must install separate cables, with a 5Amp fuse on the positive line, directly from the battery cell to the S.S.C.

Search module.

You must install separate cables, with a 5Amp fuse on the + (positive) after ignition line, directly from the ignition
key (of the motorhome or tow vehicle) to the S.S.C.
You must install separate cables, with a fuse on the positive line, directly from the battery cell to the receiver. Refer

to the instructions of the receiver.

Always make sure the customer will be able to access the switch off/on the AIO/receiver if the vehicle is not used

over winter.

Never use the plus after ignition on the fridge, steps or any other devices.

By switching the satellite system at the main supply, you will be able to save energy. (0,8A per day)

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Search module.

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Installation

A. Location on the roof.

A satellite system must always be folded down towards the back of the vehicle, never to the front nor to the sides.
If possible, always install the system on a smooth and flat surface and avoid curves or inclinations.

FAU X JUSTE

Sens de conduite Sens de conduite

B. Rotation area.

No obstacle must be in the surface of rotation of a satellite system or a solar panel.

(Examples: roof vents, equipments...)

DANGER

65 640 x 600 x 210 mm

60 Platinium 640 x 600 x 210 mm

EVO 60 700 x 590 x 160 mm

65 770 x 585 x 215 mm

85 970 x 770 x 195 mm
60 Platinium 650 x 600 x 215 mm
80 Platinium 770 x 735 x 205 mm

60 Ultrawhite 700 x 610 x 200 mm
80 Ultrawhite 740 x 780 x 200 mm
60 Ultrawhite 700 x 610 x 200 mm
80 Ultrawhite 740 x 780 x 200 mm
60 Ultrawhite 670 x 590 x 205 mm
80 Ultrawhite 735 x 760 x 205 mm

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Planar

Eurobird 870 x 645 x 140 mm

Skymatic 710 x 750 x 210 mm

Length

length x width x height

Width

Onelight

Orbiter

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AS2

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AS3

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AS4

560 x 475 x 130 mm

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C. Controlling the rotation area (presence / absence of obstacles).

Important : To check the rotation area, open all the roof vents.

1. Install the unit on the roof on the chosen location, the LNB has to be folded towards the back of the vehicle.

2. By using a pencil, mark the location of the unit, then remove the unit.

3. Mark the center of the drawing.

4. Cut a piece of string of 60 cm long. Place one end at the center of the drawing. Stretch the string of 60
cmand bring it round (a complete circle) to make sure no obstacle is in the way when the dish will rotate.

5. If no obstacle is in the way, proceed with the glueing; if not, change the location of the satellite system and

start the same procedure as in step 4.

D. Gluing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING SIKA’S PRODUCTS :

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Sikaflex
on exposure to atmospheric moisture to form a durable elastomer. Sikaflex
in accordance with quality assurance rules ISO 9001 and 14001 and the «Responsible Care» program.

-512 Caravan is a single component hybrid sealant PU based on silane-terminated polymers. It cures

®

-512 Caravan is manufactured

Expiration date are indicated as following: month/year. Example : 03/09 corresponds to March of the year

2009.

Warning: May cause sensitization by inhalation. Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray. In case of accident
or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediatly (show this document where possible).

Warning: ALDEN SAS Services declines all responsability if these instructions are not respected.

Carefull: During the drying time, the vehicle must stay parked once you have glued the unit.

Attention:

• Only the supplied gluing kit answers the ALDEN SAS Services security requirements.

• Inform the customer of the dangers in case of strong winds. Only start the vehicle once the unit is

folded down.

• The warranty will become void if these rules are not respected.

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methylenediphenyl diisocyanate

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How to glue the outside unit:

1. Mark the location of the external unit with a pencil. Now remove the external unit from the roof.

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sandpaper(mediumgrain).

3. Clean each surface with a thinner.

4. Spread SikaAktivator -205 on the sanded surface.
Leave to dry for 15 to 20 minutes.

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-512 Caravan then press

slightly on the unit. Layer of glue: ± 3 mm.

Leave to dry for 24 hours.

How to place and glue the waterproof cable box:

1. Position the waterproof cable box on the roof at the appropriate place and mark the location with a pencil.

Now remove the waterproof cable box.

2. In the center of this mark, drill a hole of the correct dimension, to enable the passage of the coax,

skew and motor cable without having to bend them. You must be able to cover the entire hole with the
waterproof cable box.

3. Smoothen the hole to avoid damaging the cables.

4. Thread the 2 cables through the hole (towards the inside of the vehicle) and place the waterproof cable

box on the roof making sure the cables are nor stuck nor bent. Increase the size of the hole if necessary.

5. Sand the surfaces that you have to glue (roof and under the waterproof cable box) with sandpaper

(medium grade).

6. Clean each surface with a Wax and Grease remover.

7. Spread SikaAktivator -205 on the sanded surfaces.

8. Glue generously the fastening parts of the waterproof cable box with Sikaflex®-512 Caravan then press

slightly on it. Layer of glue: ± 3 mm.

It is strictly forbidden to fill the entire waterproof cable box with glue !!!

Leave to dry for 24 hours.

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Leave to dry for 15 to 20 minutes.

Main connection layout with a receiver

For AS2®, Onelight, Orbiter, Planar®, Eurobird and Skymatic

Coaxial cable

Motor cable

* WARNING: On Planar® system, install

the Attenuator -20dB provided on

the coaxial cable.

SAT IN IR

SAT OUT

External IR

sensor

L VIDEO

COAXIAL TV SCART

R

HDMI

HDMI cable

Power supply for
compatible television

TV OUT

optional

OFFON

9/16V DC

DATA

CONTACT

MOTOR

+ after ignition

(min. 1,5A.)

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Main connection layout with a receiver

For AS3® and AS4®

Coaxial cable

SAT IN IR

SAT OUT

L VIDEO

COAXIAL TV SCART

R

Motor cable

HDMI

Power cable

OFFON

TV OUT

optional

9/16V DC

DATA

CONTACT

BLUE

7,5A

MOTOR

BROWN

7,5A

HDMI cable

Power supply for
compatible television

+ after ignition

(min. 1,5A.)

External IR

sensor

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Main connection layout with an A.I.O®

For AS2®, Onelight, Orbiter, Planar®, Eurobird and Skymatic

Coaxial cable

Motor cable

* WARNING: On Planar® system, install

the Attenuator -20dB provided on

the coaxial cable.

RF TV

TV SCART

CI SLOT

VGA

HDMI

USB
SAT

3A

+ after ignition

(min. 1,5A.)

MOTOR

DATA

POWER 12 V

SAT

IN

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Main connection layout with an A.I.O®

For AS3® et AS4®

Coaxial cable

Motor cable

Power cable

BLUE

7,5A

BROWN

7,5A

RF TV

TV SCART

CI SLOT

VGA

HDMI

USB
SAT

3A

+ after ignition

(min. 1,5A.)

MOTOR

DATA

POWER 12 V

SAT

IN

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Installation with LNB Twin

Please refer instructions page 38 to 41 to connect the Motor
and coaxial cable 1.

Coaxial cable 1

Coaxial cable 2

Motor cable

SAT IN IR

SAT OUT

L VIDEO

COAXIAL TV SCART

R

HDMI

HDMI cable

Power supply for
compatible television

TV OUT
optional

OFFON

9/16V DC

SAT IN IR

SAT OUT

External IR

sensor

CONTACT

DATA

L VIDEO

R

MOTOR

COAXIAL TV SCART

HDMI

HDMI cable

Power supply for
compatible television

TV OUT
optional

OFFON

9/16V DC

External IR

sensor

+ after ignition

(min. 1,5A.)

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Using the satellite system

When using an Alden receiver, AIO® or SSC®, the positionning of the main unit will be done automatically.

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Read the user’s guide of the receiver, AIO

system.

, SSC® to find out more about starting, closing your automatic satellite

In case of breakdown

No more power supply

The system will not find the satellite

The system will not fold down

Check the connections, cables and fuses.Fold the

system down and use as usual.

Make sure there is nothing facing the dish (building,
tree...). When a transmitter changes the frequencies

the automatic positionning will not be done correctly.

Contact a technician on [phone]

Start the vehicule and check if the system folds down.
If this does not work, stop the vehicle and remove the

dish.

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Wind classication

When the wind gets to 5, we advice to fold your mobile equipment down (solar panel, satellite systems).
When it gets to 7, you MUST fold everything down.

Strenght Name

0 Calme 1 1 1 1 Smoke is rising straight up.

1 Very slight breeze 1 3 1 5

2 Slight breeze 4 6 6 11

3 Small breeze 7 10 12 19 Flags are up and leaves rustle.

4 Pleasant breeze 11 16 20 28

5 Strong breeze 17 21 29 38

6 Cold wind 22 27 39 49 You can hear the wind whistle.

7 Strong cold wind 28 33 50 61

8 Gust of wind 34 40 62 74

9 Strong gust of wind 41 47 75 88

10 Storm 48 55 89 102
11 Violent storm 56 63 103 117
12 Hurricane 64 plus 118 plus

Knot Km/h

Speed

Effect

Smoke gives the direction of the wind;

windvanes are not moving.

You can feel the wind on your face;

leaves will move.

Dust and sand is lifting from the ground;

small branches are bending.

Small trees are swaying and the tops of

all trees are moving.

All the trees are moving;

you can only just walk facing the wind.

You cannot walk facing the wind;

some branches are breaking off.

You cannot walk facing the wind;

the wind is damaging buildings.

There is a lot of damage;

young children of 12 cannot keep their

feet on the ground (they can fly away!)

We remind you that if you forget to fold the system down when the wind gets strong,

the warranty will become void.

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ALDEN warranty

The Alden warranty covers:

This product is warranted by SAS Alden to be free of manufacturing faults for two years from the date of purchase of
the buyer. To benefit from this warranty, you MUST keep the invoice corresponding to the purchase of this product.

Warning: Do not attempt to interfer on the product without a written agreement from Alden: if you still decide to do
so, the warranty will be void. Nor the retailer, nor the end user will be able to demand compensation of any kind
whether it be for remounting, demounting or not been able to use the vehicle for less than 30 days. SAS Alden can
not be held responsible for incidence or damage of any kind if they are due to a non conform installation following
the strict recommendations by SAS Alden. We remind you that all electric installation must be protected with an
adapted fuse.

In general, the installation and mounting must be done following strict regulation. The end user and retailer must be

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instructions. If these instructions are not followed, the warranty will be void.

Nevertheless, the warranty will cover manufacturing faults.

Warning: SAS Alden decides to apply the warranty and authorizes the return of the product before hand. The
potential return remains at the full charge of the «sender» (customer: when returned to Alden; Alden: when returned

tocustomer).IfyoudemandExpressdelivery,thecostsremainyours.

Warranty exclusions:

- the replacement of consomables and wearing parts;

- this warranty does not apply to defects or damages arising by use of the product in other than normal or by
installation or use of the product other than in strict accordance with the instructions contained in the
owner’s manual;

- breakdowns related to accessories or non conform installation;

- faults and consequences due to alteration caused by a non assigned installer;

- faults and consequences caused by non conform utilisation (the product has a specific role and can not be
used for any other matter);

- faults and consequences linked to external causes.

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Warranty

Alden recommends that the installation be done by a professional.

If you choose to install the product yourself, you will be responsible for security.

In this case,you are ment to have the necessary competence. You will have to respect rules that are
applied to professional installers. Respect the law. The product will only be used for the intended matter.

Warranty:

The buyer will contact his retailer if problems occur with the product.

WARNING:

The warranty will be cancelled if you interfer on the product without Alden’s agreement.

Complete the following form and send it back to the following address with a copy of the invoice and
the product:

ALDEN-Z.A.duHairy-F-67230HUTTENHEIM.

Warranty sheet

Except for the AS4®, AS3® and AS2® satellite system, please to refer for the warranty in the booklet «AS4®, AS3®,

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AS2

Lifetime warranty conditions» provided with satellite system

Last name, first name: ..........................................................................................................

Full address: .........................................................................................................................

..............................................................................................................................................

Post code: .............................................................................................................................

Town / COUNTRY: ................................................................................................................

Dealer: ...................................................................................................................................

Date of purchase: ..................................................................................................................

Product:

Automatic satellite system serial number: ..............................................................................

(on the satellite system support)

A.I.O® serial number: .............................................................................................................

(sticker=ALDEN AIO)

Decoder serial number: ..........................................................................................................

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