Maxview MXL012/55NZ Instructions Manual

MXL012/55NZ

Precision

Set Up & User Manual

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For purchasing this product, we trust that you will get many years of enjoyment with this product.
Should you have any difficulty using your Precision Portable Satellite System please contact [phone].

Please retain these instructions for future reference.

Contents

3 Get To Know Your Precision Kit
4-7 Dish Assembly & Set Up Guide
7 Line Of Sight
8 Using Your Integrated Sat Finder
8 Connecting Your Precision
9 Skew Adjustment
9 Dish Stowage

9 Care & Maintenance
10 Elevation Zone Map
11 Quick Set Up Guide
12 Fault Finding
12 Safety
12 2 Year Guarantee

Kit Contents

Dish Unit Tripod Stand Dish Unit Holdall

10m ‘F’ to ‘F’

Tripod Holdall Ground PegsCompass

Other equipment you will need to get started:
> TV (digital or HD models)
> Satellite Receiver OR TV with built in satellite tuner

Flexible Cable

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Get To Know Your Precision Kit

A. Elevation Map

Helps you set the correct elevation
angle to your current location.

B. Magnetic Arm Lock

To secure the LNB arm in a closed posi­tion.

C. Integrated Sat Finder

To help you align your satellite dish to the
satellite.

D. Folding LNB Arm

For compact storage of the system.

E. Coaxial Cable Ports

Easy access ports to attach your coaxial
cable.

F. Elevation Indicator

Easy to view elevation angle read out.

G. Elevation Adjustment Knob

Turn to adjust elevation angle.

H. Tripod - Dish Unit Interface

Also contains Azimuth rotation stops.
This allows scanning in satellite zone
only.

H. Azimuth Lock

To lock off system in correct
position once satellite has been located.

J. Tripod Lock

Used to secure the tripod in
assembled position.

A

B

C

E

D

F

G

H

I

K. Level indicator

A level tripod will allow for quicker set up
and a more accurate elevation reading.

L. North Leg

To point North using compass
during set up.

J

K

L

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Dish Assembly

Before you use your Precision you will need to attach
the dish to the bracket. You will find the screws/
washers required for fitting the dish already inserted
in the bracket.

Remove these with a screwdriver taking note of
the hole position you removed these from. Offer up
dish to bracket and re-insert screws/washers to the
matching holes. Firmly tighten screws against dish.

Set Up Guide

1

Erect tripod by pushing firmly down to open
legs. Secure in open position by turning knob.

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2

N

N

W

W

E

Use compass to align the tripod’s North leg
with South on the compass.

Ensure no line of sight obstructions in
North area. e.g. tall buildings or trees,

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reference page 7.

S

EW

S

N

North Leg

3

4

North

Level the tripod (use the level indicator as an
approximate guide only - not critical). Use the pegs
provided to secure tripod to the ground.

North

West

South

Mount dish unit onto tripod with the LNB arm
facing towards the North leg. (Reference Image 2).

Note

All TV satellites used in New Zealand aew
located within the zone highlighted in blue.

Your precision tripod has been limited to this
zone to reduce scanning ensuring
satellite location is quick and easy.

East

Optus D1

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5

6

Single

Twin

Pull down LNB arm from magnetic lock.

Connect the 10m Flexible Cable to the cable
connection port. See page 9 for receiver end
connections.

The sat finder is wired

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to the single port.

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-°

Use the elevation map on page 10 to determine the required angle for your location. Set the dish to this
angle using the elevation knob and indicator.

+°

Also ensure the LNB on the front of the dish is set to the correct “skew angle”. See page 10-11 and adjust
the LNB according to the zone you are currently in.

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8 9

TV

Optus D1

Slowly rotate your dish from left to right
through the zone until the correct satellite
is located and a picture appears on your TV.

To aid the satellite location process you can
use the following methods:

1. Use the integrated sat finder (page 8).

2. Use your receivers built in sat finder.

Please see overleaf for more information on both
of these methods.complémentaires sur ces deux
méthodes.

Line Of Sight

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Once satellite is located, lock off the rotation by
turning Azimuth lock knob. If you are experiencing
signal drop out, fine tune your signal by slightly
adjusting the elevation to improve TV picture
quality. Again, you can aid this process by using:

1. The integrated sat finder.

2. Your receivers built in sat finder.

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Important

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Do not block the antenna’s line of sight to satellites in the southern sky at any time. Make sure
your dish has clean line of sight avoiding, buildings, trees and any other close by obstacles.

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Using Your Integrated Sat Finder

Your Sat Finder is used to help you locate and find the best signal quality received from satellites.

Using the integrated sat finder.

Tune the sat finder by turning the knob fully anti-clockwise and then slowly clockwise until a deep tone is heard
and until 2-3 red LEDs are lit. Slowly rotate the dish from left to right until the pitch of the sat finder tone peaks
and more LEDs light up. You should now have a picture on your TV.

Please note if you have a high tone on your sat finder and receiving no reception, you may have
located a different satellite as the sat finder is unable to distinguish between different satellites. If
this happens, repeat the above process, searching a slightly different area and dish angle.

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Also ensure your receiver box is set to the correct satellite.

Fine tuning using the integrated sat finder.

Once a picture has been found, turn the sat finder down to a
deep tone and finely adjust your elevation and azimuth to
improve your signal and receive a higher tone with more lights lit.

Using the receiver sat finder.

Firstly, ensure your built in sat finder is turned off by turning it
fully anti-clockwise so only the green light shows.

Turn your box onto the correct satellite (OPTUS D1)
and bring up the satellite finder menu. (see receiver instructions).

Slowly rotate the dish from left to right until the signal quality
and intensity increases.

Fine tuning using the receiver sat finder.

Once a picture has been found, bring up the satellite finder
menu and finely adjust your elevation and azimuth controls to
improve your signal quality and intensity.

Did you know?

Most receivers have a built in audio tone which sounds when a signal is located.
Please check your receiver instructions.
Use this when you are unable to see your T V screen.

Connecting Your Precision

Main TV

Scart or HDMI cable

A

B

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TV

Optus D1

Power

A. Single
LNB
B. Twin
LNBSatellite Receiver

Skew Adjustment

The LNB Skew has been set
at a factory default position
as per image below. This is
optimised for the
Optus D1 satellite and will
allow good signal strength
all over New Zealand.

Skew adjustment is only re­quired when signal strength
is weak at the limit of given
satellites’ reception area.
It involves adjusting the
angle of the LNB on the roof
mounted antenna unit once
you have found the signal.
Adjust until you find the
strongest signal.

Caution: Follow general
safety advice on page 12
when adjusting Antenna
Unit.

Default LNB position.

9 o’clock

Approximately
8 o’clock

Dish Stowage

For easy handling the holdall has been designed to simply slide over
the dish assembly whilst system is mounted onto the tripod. Ensure
the elevation is set to 30 to 50°

12 o’clock

3’o clock

6 o’clock

Note:
This bag has not been designed to be used for an outside cover for
the system.

Care & Maintenance

The Precision has been designed to be maintenance and trouble free.
For optimum signal strength, keep the antenna clean from dirt, bugs
and other debris.

1. Always handle the Precision kit with care. Do not drop the antenna.

2. Never power wash your Precision Kit. Keep the system clean from
dirt, bugs, and other debris by hand washing with mild soap and
water.

DO NOT USE SOLVENTS TO CLEAN YOUR PRECISION SYSTEM.

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Elevation Zone Map - Optus D1 Satellite

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Quick Set Up Guide

E

N

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Fault Finding

Remember, to recieve a clear satellite reception and picture, the dish must have the correct vertical (elevation)
and horizontal (azimuth) alignment.

1. I don’t want to use the Sat Finder, can I turn it off?

Simply turn the knob fully to the left. Your sat finder will now be silent and just a green light will be
illuminated. Keeping it in-line doesn’t affect your signal quality and uses very little power.

2. I can’t seem to get my tripod flat using the level indicator.

This is only a guide. As long as your tripod is on relatively flat ground you should locate the right satellite. If you
are on a more uneven surface, this is ok, however, your elevation may need to be different to the map in order
to offset the uneven surface.

3. My Sat Finder has a high pitched tone but I have no picture.

You may have located a different satellite to the one your receiver is set to. E.g. If your receiver is set to OPTUS
D1 you may have located a different satellite. You will need to realign your dish. See page 10, adjust elevation
and azimuth.

4. The dish unit doesn’t seem to be dropping onto the tripod.

Ensure you rotation lock is not in the locked position. To do this you will need turn the knob
anti-clockwise.

5. I cant find any satellites in the zone I am limited to by the tripod.

Ensure the North leg is correctly positioned. This means it will be parallel to the North needle (white) on the
compass.

6. Will my satellite system work when pointing through trees and buildings?

Satellite, unlike TV signals, will not work through objects. The satellite dish must have a clear line of sight to the
satellite in the sky.

7. My dish unit does not rotate smoothly.

Ensure the Azimuth lock is fully released before rotating the system.

8. My system appears to have excessive movement between dish unit and tripod.

This is normal and required for rotation, however once you secure the azimuth lock, the system will become
stable and will not affect signal reception or quality.

9. I have noticed water inside my system, is this a problem?

The Precision kit has been designed for outdoor use. Therefore, it has been designed for water to pass through
the unit and exit easily. The system will dry out very quickly.

Safety

> Take care when adjusting systems, to avoid finger/s being trapped.
> Always route cables carefully to avoid tripping over causing injury.
> Always switch power off at the mains before starting any electrical work.

2 Year Guarantee

The Maxview Precision is guaranteed against defective parts or workmanship for 2 years from the time of
purchase. This excludes any malfunction caused by improper use, accidental or malicious damage.
This does not affect your statutory rights. Please keep your receipt of proof of purchase.

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