DISH® Playmaker® Antenna | DISH® Playmaker® Dual Antenna
Portable Automatic Satellite TV Antennas
Instruction Manual
www.winegard.com/playmaker
For receivers and programming, call 1-866-593-0348
For help, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-788-4417
DO NOT RETURN ANTENNA TO PLACE OF PURCHASE
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Rev0 5-17
Parts
DISH® Playmaker® Antenna / DISH® Playmaker® Dual Antenna 25 ft Coaxial Cable
Hardware Bag:
1 Handle, 2 screws, 4 Tripod adapters
Specifications
Compatible with DISH programming
Compatible with DISH Solo HD receivers
For stationary use only
Unit weight: 7.24 lbs
Unit height: 12.98 in
Diameter: 16.08 in
Elevation range: 18–70°
UV-protected plastic dome
Black plastic base
Made in USA
Dome
DISH Playmaker Dual
-Main and Secondary
Ports
Playmaker
Coax Port
Base Handle 
WARNINGS 
!Do not place the unit in water greater than one inch deep, or water may damage the electronics.
!Do not install or operate the antenna in winds of 35 mph or greater. The antenna will roll in winds ≥35 mph.
!Care should be taken when transporting and setting up the antenna. Do not toss or drop the antenna.
!Do not paint the antenna. Painting the antenna may cause signal degradation and will void your warranty.
!Do not remove dome cover from base unless specifically instructed by Winegard Technical Service. Interaction with internal parts could make the system inoperable and/or cause injury.
Compatible Receivers
The DISH Playmaker antennas must be used with DISH Solo HD receivers. Examples of DISH Solo HD receivers include DISH 211z, 211k, 211, 411 and Wally® receivers.
Compatible Satellites
The DISH Playmaker antennas can receive programming from DISH western arc, which includes satellites 110°, 119°, and 129°.
See signal maps* to determine coverage in various areas of the United States. Coverage maps are approximate and do not guarantee coverage.
Good |
Signal Strength |
Best |
DISH® Satellite 110°
DISH® Satellite 119°
DISH® Satellite 129°
*Source: www.satbeams.com. Coverage maps are approximate and do not guarantee coverage.
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Installing the Handle
NOTE The two holes for the handle are located on the base under the DISH®|playmaker® name on the front of the dome.
Locate the handle and the two screws in the hardware bag inside
the box. |
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Slide the handle in place, |
Handle placement |
aligning the two holes in |
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the underneath side of |
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the handle with the two |
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holes in the base. Thread |
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the screws through the |
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aligned holes. Tighten |
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the screws using a |
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Phillips screwdriver. |
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Do not overtighten. |
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Selecting a Location for the Antenna
Choose a location with a clear, unobstructed view of the southern sky. Avoid obstructions such as trees, hills, vehicles, or buildings—these can block the signal from the satellite.
NOTE Satellite signal will not pass through solid objects. For this reason, it is vital to select a location with a clear, unobstructed
view of the southern sky.
Be sure to place the antenna on a stable surface to prevent wobbling or moving, which could cause loss of signal. Also do not place the antenna in a path of people or vehicles’ otherwise, the antenna may be knocked off of the signal if run into, or cables may be disconnected from the unit.
Select a location that will enable the DISH Playmaker or DISH Playmaker Dual antenna to sit within three degrees of level. The antenna may take longer to lock onto signal if the antenna is not level.
NOTE A 25 foot coaxial cable is included and recommended for use with the antenna. If using an alternate cable, all cabling should
be RG6 with a maximum length of 50’ from Playmaker to Receiver.
Signal Obstruction Chart
Obstruction Height
15 in.
12 in.
10 in.
8 in.
18.8 in. 
24.9 in.
31.1 in.
40.3 in.
Minimum Distance to be Maintained from Antenna
Connecting Antenna to the Receiver
TIP Run the coaxial cable directly from the satellite receiver to the DISH Playmaker antenna when searching for signal.
Connect a coax cable from the DISH Playmaker antenna coax port to the “Sat In” port on the side of the receiver. The DISH Playmaker Dual antenna has 2 ports with molded-in text indicating the primary (MAIN) and secondary (SEC) ports. The primary port should always be connected to the receiver when the antenna is in use, or there will be no power to the electronics.
Tighten coax connection until fingertight, and then tighten a quarter turn more with a wrench. Do not overtighten.
DISH Playmaker
- Connect coax to Port
DISH Playmaker Dual - Connect primary receiver coax to Main Port
DISH® Receiver Setup
After connecting the antenna to the receiver, connect the receiver to a power source, and complete receiver setup.
Check out online receiver setup guides for your antenna at www.winegard.com/receivers/setupguide.php.
If using a brand new receiver, follow the steps under “Receiver Setup for new Wally® receivers.” If using a receiver that is currently active or has been previously used, follow the steps under “Receiver Setup for Currently Active or Previously Used Receivers.”
Quick Receiver Setup
1.Make sure the DISH Playmaker / DISH Playmaker Dual antenna is in a location with a clear view of the southern sky.
2.Connect the receiver to the coaxial port on the base of the Playmaker. Connect the receiver to the MAIN coaxial port on the base of the Playmaker Dual.
3.After connecting the receiver to a power source, complete receiver setup. Select the state that you are currently in. Press “Scan” to start scanning for satellites.
4.Watch TV!
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