King Controls 9754 User Manual

In-Motion Satellite System

with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification

9754 9754-LP

Installation and Operating Instructions

11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.kingcontrols.com

1338 REV A

Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets

®

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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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Contents Page

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

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

3. INSTALLATION..................................................................................4-10

4. SATELLITE CONFIGURATION.......................................................12-13

5. STATIONARY OPERATION..................................................................14

6. IN-MOTION OPERATION.....................................................................15

7. DISH NETWORK RECEIVER CONFIGURATION................................16

8. DIRECTV RECEIVER CONFIGURATION............................................17

9. TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................18

10. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................19

11. LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................20

DIRECTV®is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.
Dish NetworkTMis 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 In-Motion 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

STATUS

ON / SEARCH

OFF

TRACK

SATELLITE

PAIR

ON/SEARCH

OFF

Parked search
Press ON 3 sec.

Driving search
Press TRACK

3 sec.

TRACK

STATUS

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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)

- #1844 King Controls Installation and Diagnostic Keypad

KIT CONTENTS

King-DDome

In-Motion System w/DVB

STATIONARY OPERATION

1. Turn TV and satellite receiver ON.

2. Press and hold ON/SEARCH button for 3 FULL SECONDS

.

Expect Status Light

RED -flashing . . . . . . .Searching

GREEN - flashing . . . .potential satellite found

GREEN - steady . . . . .Search Complete

Note: If the status light flashes orange after completing the

search process, there is something likely blocking the
satellite signal from reaching the antenna (tees,
buildings, etc).

2. If the search is complete and your programming does not
appear, press the reset button on your DIRECTV receiver. If
using Dish Network, hold the receiver power button in for 10
seconds to reset the receiver.

2. Select your desired channel and enjoy.

Note: To use the automatic satellite switching feature,

DO NOT turn the King-Dome OFF!

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IMPORTANT! The tie strap and spacer, and the shipping bolts and washers must be

removed from the bottom of the dome unit prior to installation. DO NOT
REMOVE THE DOME COVER TO REMOVE THESE SHIPPING
RESTRAINTS.

YOU MUST PLUG THE SHIPPING BOLT HOLES WITH THE SUPPLIED
PLUGS (ATTACHED TO TIE STRAP SHIPPING RESTRAINT).

2. Remove and discard the tie strap and spacer (KEEP RUBBER PLUGS), and the (2) bolts
and (2) washers that pass through the bottom of the base (Fig. 5).

3. Insert provided plugs into holes that were occupied by the shipping bolts. Inserted plugs
should be flush with base (Fig. 5).

Fig. 5

IMPORTANT!
Remove and discard
Tie Strap and Plastic

Spacer prior to

installation.

KEEP

RUBBER

PLUGS.

IMPORTANT!
Remove and discard

Shipping Bolts and

Washers prior to

installation.

IMPORTANT!

After removing shipping bolts, firmly

insert plugs into holes. Plugs should

be flush with base.

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DOME LOCATION

4. Select an area on the roof for the dome unit and the location where the wiring will enter
the vehicle through the roof to the satellite receiver, controller, and 12 volt power source
inside, using the following criteria:

a) The shortest distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most

desirable.
b) The dome unit requires a 28 inch diameter mounting area.
c) The dome unit should be mounted on the centerline of the vehicle.
d) There must be no “line of sight” obstructions. Air conditioning units, other antennas,

and storage areas that are too close to the dome unit may prevent the satellite

signal from reaching the dish (Fig. 6).

HEIGHT OF

OBSTRUCTION

APPROXIMATE

MINIMUM DISTANCE

TO DOME EDGE

10” 8”
11” 10”
12” 12”

13” 14”
14” 16”
15” 18”
16” 20”

Fig.6

IMPORTANT! For installations on trucks with air shields, a bracket must be used for

mounting the dome unit. The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride
cab: NEVER

to any structure mounted directly to the frame.

See bracket instructions for proper installation (Fig. 7).