Automatic Satellite System
with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification
Model 9704
Model 9704-LP
Installation and Operating Instructions
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Digital TV |
Solutions for Mobile Markets |
11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN |
55438-2453 |
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Phone: (952) 922-6889 |
Fax: (952) 922-8424 |
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www.kingcontrols.com
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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 (952) 922-6889 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com.
This King-Dome is factory pre-set for DIRECTV® standard digital programming broadcast from the
101° W satellite. If you also receive your local channels from DIRECTV’s 119 satellite or if you subscribe to Dish Network® or Bell TV programming, you must re-configure the antenna to work with your satellite service. Doing this will allow the King-Dome to lock on the correct satellites to receive your programming and
also enable automatic satellite switching via the receiver’s remote control for multi-satellite service.
Antenna configuration is a one time procedure that MUST BE COMPLETED before using your King-Dome antenna. Configuration may be done with the supplied wall mount controller or the #1844 Keypad (dealer tool). See the antenna configuration section in this manual for specific instructions.
The King-Dome can receive available HDTV programming from DIRECTV Ku band satellites at 101° and 119°. It will not receive channels broadcast from DIRECTV’s Ka band satellites at 99° and 103°.
Please read this entire manual before beginning the installation.
Note: The following upgrade kit is available for this unit:
Upgrade Kit #9743: Adds in-motion tracking capability.
For more information, call the King Controls Sales Department at (952) 922-6889.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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Section Contents |
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INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................ |
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DEFINITION OF TERMS ............................................................................................... |
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INSTALLATION......................................................................................................... |
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ANTENNA CONFIGURATION ................................................................................ |
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OPERATION ........................................................................................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................. |
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MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... |
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LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................. |
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DIRECTV® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.
Dish Network® is an official trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation. Bell TV is an official trademark of Bell Canada.
DVB® is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project (1991-1996). HDMITM is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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SECTION 1 |
INTRODUCTION |
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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 antenna is covered by a |
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protective dome that keeps operational components free from the |
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elements. |
Controller |
Located in the vehicle. Activates the search mode and provides |
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limited diagnostic functions using the status light. |
Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing (sold separately).
Fig. 1
Note: Overview only.
See Installation Section for specific wiring diagrams.
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SECTION 2 |
DEFINITION OF TERMS |
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AZIMUTH: Circular rotation around the vehicle. Using a clock as reference, the front of the vehicle is 12:00, and the rear is 6:00 (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
ELEVATION: Angle in degrees measured from a level plane (Fig. 3).
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SIGNAL STRENGTH: Intensity of electronic signal received from the satellite transmission.
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SECTION 3 |
INSTALLATION |
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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)
•Optional: #1844 King Controls Keypad
#1844 Keypad
KIT CONTENTS
1. Unpack and identify all components (Fig. 4).
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KIT CONTENTS |
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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 GREASE PACKET), 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!
After removing shipping bolts, firmly insert plugs into holes. Plugs should be flush with base.
IMPORTANT! Remove and discard Tie Strap and Plastic Spacer
prior to installation. KEEP RUBBER PLUGS AND GREASE PACKET.
IMPORTANT! Remove and discard Shipping Bolts and Washers prior to installation.
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DOME UNIT 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)A shorter 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 antenna (Fig. 6).
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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).
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Fig. 7
Example of truck installation using bracket.
See bracket instructions for proper installation.
IMPORTANT! The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride cab: NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame.
DOME UNIT INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT! Make sure shipping restraints are removed from bottom of dome unit and plugs are inserted in holes (Fig. 5, Page 5).
sCable connections must ALWAYS be positioned facing the rear of vehicle.
5.Place dome unit on installation location chosen using the criteria discussed in the previous section. Shipping restraints must be removed, plugs must be inserted in holes (Fig. 5, Page 5), and cable connections must be positioned facing rear of vehicle.
6.The dome unit must be positioned so that both feet on each side of the vehicle are equal distances from the roof edge. This should be checked by measuring the distance from each foot to the roof edge. Confirm that these measurements are equal (Fig. 8).
Fig. 8
IMPORTANT! Cable connections must always face REAR of vehicle.
IMPORTANT! The dome unit should never be mounted so that it is tilted more than two degrees in any direction.
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Note: The installer is responsible for determining the most appropriate fastener to secure the dome unit to the roof. Depending on the roof material, fasteners such as lag screws, well nuts, sheet metal screws, toggle bolts and T anchors may be used, and should always be used in combination with a roof compatible sealant.
IMPORTANT! The installer is responsible for weatherproofing all holes with sealant.
7.Mount the dome unit. Use the pre-drilled holes in the mounting feet as a guide to install the fasteners into the roof. Use additional fasteners whenever necessary.
8.Test that the dome unit is secure by pulling upward from each foot location.
EXTERNAL WIRING
9.Plug external wire harness into wiring port on back of dome unit and tighten connection until it clicks past the detent lock (Fig. 9).
Note: The King-Dome is wired for multiple receiver support. There are two coax ports on the back of the dome unit. The one labeled “MAIN” MUST be connected to the main receiver in vehicle. This is the receiver that will control automatic satellite switching if applicable. The one labeled “AUX” can be used for an additional receiver.
IMPORTANT! You must fill the ends of all external coax cables with the supplied dielectric grease. Failure to do so will void product warranty.
10.Fill end of coax cable that will connect to the MAIN port on the dome unit with supplied dielectric grease. Connect this end of the coax cable to the MAIN port and tighten connection (Fig. 9). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
If using a second (auxiliary) receiver, fill end of second coax cable and connect it to the AUX port. Tighten connection. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Fig. 9
IMPORTANT!
The alignment tabs on the wiring port and the
wire harness plug must match up when engaging plug onto port.
YOU MUST TIGHTEN THE PLUG UNTIL IT CLICKS PAST THE DETENT LOCK. (A channel lock pliers may be used to tighten the connection.)
IMPORTANT!
Fill ends of coax cables with supplied dielectric grease. Failure to do so will void product warranty.
Coax connections should be snug. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!
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11.Run wires from the back of the dome unit to the roof edge, then along edge to location where wiring will be fed into the vehicle. If installing an optional auxiliary receiver, run auxiliary coax to location where it will enter the vehicle. Secure wiring to roof every 12-18 inches (Fig. 10).
IMPORTANT! SEALANT MUST BE ROOF COMPATIBLE.
Installer is responsible for determining proper roof compatible fasteners for cable entry cover.
Roof holes for cables must be sealed so they are completely waterproof. Mounting holes, perimeter of cable entry cover and cable opening of cable entry cover must be sealed so they are completely waterproof.
12.Drill 3/4” hole through the roof and into the cabinet where receiver is stored. Feed wiring down through hole. Seal opening with roof compatible sealant so that it is completely waterproof (inside and outside of the 3/4” hole). Repeat for auxiliary coax if present.
13.Fasten cable entry cover to roof. Seal mounting holes, perimeter of cover and cable opening so they are completely waterproof.
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TYPICAL ROOF INSTALLATION - OVERHEAD VIEW |
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IMPORTANT!
Sealant must be roof compatible.
14. Remove blue protective sheet and red “position to rear” sticker from the dome unit.
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INTERNAL WIRING
Note: Using multiple receivers is not recommended for multi-satellite services where automatic satellite switching is desired.
Components and wiring supplied with the 9704/9704-LP are shown in black.
Existing components and wiring or those sold separately are shown in gray.
15. Choose your desired wiring configuration: |
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DIRECTV / Bell TV |
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(single satellite) |
Fig. 11, Page 11 |
DIRECTV / Dish Network / Bell TV |
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(2 or more satellites with auto switching) |
Fig. 12, Page 12 |
16.Inside the vehicle, make the connections as shown in the wiring diagrams, keeping in mind the following important points:
a)The connection between the dome unit and the receiver must be a direct connection with no devices in between.
b)Power connection must be a non-shared circuit. Excessive current draw on the circuit will cause the unit to operate improperly. Power and ground connections must be made after the wires are connected to the dome unit.
c)If fusing the circuit, the fuse must be rated at 7.5 amps.
d)HDTV receivers require HDMIor component video/audio cable connection to TV
(sold separately).
17.When installation is complete, go to Section 4, ANTENNA CONFIGURATION on page 13.
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