King 9702, 9702-LP Operating Instructions

11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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1347 REV U

Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets

®

Automatic Satellite System

Model 9702

Model 9702-LP

Installation and Operating Instructions

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IMPORTANT!

The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was
accurate at the time of printing. If your King-Dome does not operate as outlined in this
manual please call King Controls at [phone] or visit our website at
www.kingcontrols.com.

Please read this entire manual before beginning the installation.

Note: The following upgrade kit is available for this unit:

Upgrade Kit #9742: Adds built-in DVB for positive satellite identification and in-motion
tracking capability.

For more information, call the King Controls Sales Department at (800)-982-9920.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Contents Page

1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................2

2. DEFINITION OF TERMS........................................................................3

3. INSTALLATION..................................................................................4-11

4. OPERATION .........................................................................................12

5. MULTI-SWITCH ....................................................................................13

6. TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................14

7. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................15

8. LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................16

DIRECTV®is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.
Dish NetworkTM is an official trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation.
Bell ExpressVu is an official trademark of Bell Canada.
DVB

®

is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project (1991-1996)

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The King-Dome Automatic Satellite System includes 2 main components (Fig. 1).

Dome (Antenna) Unit Located on the roof of the vehicle. The dish is covered by a

protective dome that keeps operational components free from
the elements.

Controller Located in the vehicle. Activates the search mode and

provides limited diagnostic functions using the status light.

SECTION 1

INTRODUCTION

Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV

viewing. (Purchased separately.)

Fig. 1

POWER

CHANGE SATELLITE
92° 101° 110° 119°

STATUS

ON / SEARCH

OFF

ON/SEARCH

OFF

SWITCH

SATELLITE

STATUS

101

110

119

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AZIMUTH: Circular rotation around the vehicle.

(like a clock face: front of vehicle is 12:00, rear is 6:00) (Fig. 2)

ELEVATION: Angle in degrees measured from the ground plane (Fig. 3).

SIGNAL STRENGTH: Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission.

SECTION 2

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

KIT CONTENTS:

1. Unpack and identify all components (Fig. 4).

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SECTION 3

INSTALLATION

Fig. 4

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED:

- drill and drill bit set

- tape measure

- 7/16” open end wrench (coax connections)

- adhesive sealant (compatible with roof material)

- appropriate fasteners to install all components and wiring

- 5/32” allen wrench, channel lock or pliers (to remove shipping bolts)

- wire cutter (to remove shipping tie strap)

King Dome Operating Instructions

1. Turn tv and satellite receiver ON.
The tv screen should display “Searching for Satellite”
or “Acquiring Satellite Signal.”

IMPORTANT DO NOT USE THE TV OR RECEIVER

CONTROLS UNTIL YOU HAVE FOUND A
SATELLITE.

2. On King-Dome controller, press and hold ON/SEARCH

for 3 FULLSECONDS.

3. Wait for status light to turn steady green.

4. Turn to a satellite channel that you normally watch.

Is there a picture?

YES Press OFF and enjoy your programming.
NO Press ON/SEARCH until the Status Light begins

flashing and go back to step 3.
DO NOTturn the system OFF until you lock onto the
satellite with your programming.

5. Questions? Refer to owner’s manual

King-Dome

KIT CONTENTS