Antennas Direct ROTR100 User Manual
TM
Pro Brand
Eagle
International, Inc.
Aspen
®
HDTV ROTATOR
MODEL ROTR100
INSTALLATION GUIDE
ONE-CABLE OFF-AIR ANTENNA ROTATOR AND CONTROLLER
MADE IN CHINA
ROTR100 INCLUDED PARTS:
(1) DRIVE UNIT
(1) CONTROL UNIT
(1) REMOTE CONTROL
(2 AA BATTERIES INCLUDED)
NOTE: Length of antenna boom may not exceed 131”
SPECIFICATIONS
Rotation Time 60 seconds (max) for 360 deg
Total Rotation 450 deg (1.25 rotations)
Motor Voltage +18VDC
Motor Current 350 mA (max)
Mechanical Torque 120 inch-lbs
Return Accuracy 2 deg
Position Sensor Hall sensor
Signaling Format DiSEqC 1.2
Pre-amplifier Power +17VDC at 50mA (max) when used (See notes, Page 6)
Attenuation - Drive Unit 1dB (max) 54-806MHz
Attenuation - Control Unit 1dB (max) 54-806MHz
Input Power 120VAC, 20W
Coax Cable Length 200' (max) RG-6 solid copper center conductor (with no pre-amplifier),
150’ (max) as above, but with an 80mA pre-amplifier (See notes, Page 6),
75’ (max) RG-6 copper covered steel (with no pre-amplifier)
Remote Control Codes Compatible with many Universal Controllers
(See Remote Control Commands, Page 8)
The above specifications are typical and subject to normal manufacturing and service tolerances. These specifications are subject to change without notice.
DRIVE UNIT CONTROL UNIT REMOTE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
VERIFYING ROTATOR OPERATION AND PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
It is most convenient to make yourself familiar with the operation of the rotator from the comfort of
your living room, rather than after installation.
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Unpack the Drive Unit, the Controller and the Handheld Remote Control .
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Install batteries in the Remote Control.
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Connect a short piece of coaxial cable form the controller’s “ROTATOR” jack to the drive unit’s
“FROM CONTROLLER” JACK.
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Plug the controller into a 120VAC power source.
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Switch the unit on.
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Set the unit to 000 degrees by performing a “RESYNCHRONIZATION” as outlined in that section.
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Ensure that the North mark on the body is aligned with the arrow on rotating shaft (+/- 3 deg).
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Make yourself familiar with the available functions - see Remote Control Commands (Page 7).
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Return the unit to 000 degrees in preparation for installation.
NOTE: Before proceeding to roof, see Rotator Drive Units Assembly, Page 2.
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ROTATOR DRIVE UNIT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
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Ensure the controller is set to 000 degrees (North). Ensure that the drive unit's arrow and North line
are aligned.
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Switch off and unplug from 120VAC for the duration of the installation process.
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First ensure that the proposed location of the rotator, antenna masts and the antenna are well clear
of any overhead power lines. (Refer to the Antenna Installation Safety Sheet, normally supplied
with an off-air antenna.)
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Ensure the antenna mast is perfectly vertical prior to installation.
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Attach the Rotator to the mast by installing the four bolts ¯ and tightening the two C-clamps
evenly, using the four nuts ®. See Fig 2
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Attach the antenna to the rotator using a very short (approx 12 inch) stub mast and the two U-bolts
¬. Tighten the two C-clamps evenly, using the nuts ®. Use the shortest possible stub-mast to
minimize wind loading. See Fig 3
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Make certain the small end of the antenna is pointing in the direction of the arrow and North line.
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Secure the completed assembly to fixed mast and align with the antenna pointing NORTH.
Assembly Diagram
NORTH ARROWS
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3
¯
2
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±
®
Contents QTY
¬ U-Bolt, 1/4-20UNC 2PC
C-Clamp 4PC
® Nut, 1/4-20UNC 8PC
¯ Bolt, 1/4-20UNCX70L 4PC
° Rubber Cable Boot 2PC
± Rubber Blanking Boot 1PC
FIG 1
CAUTION: I n s t a l l a t i o n of t h i s product near
power lines is dangerous. This product and attached
antenna must be installed well clear of any
overhead power lines. Failure to do so could
lead to severe injury or even death.
STUB ANTENNA
MAST
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®
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¯
FIXED
MAST
COAX CABLE CONNECTIONS
Prior to making these connections, unplug the rotator controller and receiving equipment from 120
VAC power source. Install rubber boots onto cable attaching connecters.
1. USING THE ANTENNA COAX CABLE FOR ROTATOR POWER / CONTROL.
This unit is designed to be capable of using the same coax cable for passing both received VHF/UHF
signals and providing rotator power and control. (See Fig 4)
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Connect the antenna to the drive unit's “TO ANTENNA” jack using a sufficient length of coax cable
to allow for mast rotation (1.25 turns) and a rain-drip loop.
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Connect the drive unit “FROM CONTROLLER” jack to the indoor controller via the main coax
downlead.
Due to voltage drops, the maximum coax cable length is 200' with solid copper conductor RG-6/U
coax, or 75' with copper covered steel conductor RG-6/U coax cable.
If it is desired to use a preamplifier, see below.
FIXED
MAST
FIG 3FIG 2
Using A Preamplifier Or Amplified Antenna
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Only a suitable preamplifer designed for powering by +17 VDC at less than 50mA may be inserted
between the antenna and drive unit's “TO ANTENNA” jack. Contact Pro Brand for a suitable
preamplifier.
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The
preamplifier is powered from the rotator controller.
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When using a preamplifier that does not conform to the above specification, or where it is desired to
use separate rotator and antenna cables, see
ANTENNA AND THE ROTATOR
Page 4.
USING SEPARATE COAX CABLES FOR THE
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