Simrad TV45, TV60, TV46 User Manual
M A N U A L
Simrad Marine
TV45, TV46 & TV60
183-2301-102 International 0421
The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this publication
were to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of printing. No liability
can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication, although
every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
The context is written in 4 languages: English, German, Italian and Spanish.
1. English
2. Deutsch
3. Español
5. Italiano
M A N U A L
Simrad Marine
TV45, TV46 & TV60
Language: English
Simrad Marine TV English-3
Contents
Section Page
1. The digital satellite tracking system ............................................... 5
1.1 Simrad Marine TV system overview .............................................. 6
1.2 Safety recommendations ................................................................. 7
1.3 Overview of menu structure............................................................ 8
1.4 Key functions .................................................................................. 9
1.5 Password access to Setup menu .....................................................10
2. Control elements.............................................................................11
2.1 Control unit.....................................................................................11
2.2 Preparing the receiver ....................................................................11
2.3 Power on / off / standby..................................................................12
2.4 Adjusting the setup parameters......................................................12
3. TV operation ..................................................................................15
3.1 Stop Tracking function in harbors .................................................16
4. Satellites .........................................................................................17
4.1 Adding new satellites .....................................................................17
4.2 Update of satellite data base...........................................................19
4.3 Delete stored data .......................................................................... 20
4.4 Selection of stored satellites ...........................................................21
4.4.1 Manual selection of satellites .........................................................21
4.4.2 Automatic selection of satellites.....................................................21
5. Miscellaneous................................................................................ 23
5.1 Compass calibration ...................................................................... 23
5.2 Adjustment of the LNB type ......................................................... 24
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Contents (continued)
Section Page
5.3 Special functions via the standby mode........................................ 24
5.4 Fastscan function (US only) .......................................................... 25
6. Installation..................................................................................... 27
6.1 Standard delivery........................................................................... 27
6.2 Installation overview..................................................................... 27
6.3 Selecting location .......................................................................... 28
6.4 Mounting surface .......................................................................... 29
6.5 Planning the cable paths................................................................ 29
6.6 Power supply.................................................................................. 29
6.7 Drillings......................................................................................... 29
6.8 Mounting the antenna unit .............................................................31
6.9 System cable connections...............................................................31
APPENDICES
A Maintenance ...................................................................................33
B Troubleshooting..............................................................................33
C Replacement parts ..........................................................................35
D Optional parts.................................................................................35
E System overview ........................................................................... 36
F Elevation angles..............................................................................38
G Technical specifications .................................................................39
System overview illustrations................................................... end of manual
International warranty .............................................................. end of manual
List of Simrad distributors........................................................ end of manual
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1. The digital satellite tracking system
The advanced technology in the satellite tracking system Simrad Marine
TV makes it possible to have an excellent television reception wherever you
are. Due to an unlimited 360° high-speed tracking, a non-stop access to your
favorite channels is guaranteed even during your trip on a vessel in open seas.
The satellite tracking system is protected by a UV-stabilized and maritime climate proof radome, easy to handle and maintain. High-speed tracking sensors
developed for this system, using high-tech components of the electronic signal
processing, provide the topmost and dynamic tracking accuracy of the satellite
tracking system. With the help of this technology, Simrad Marine TV guarantees an unmatched tracking rate, dynamic and system performance.
Simrad Marine TV is suitable for any size vessel including smaller boats of
less than 36 ft (11m).
The automatic satellite tracking system includes a reflector antenna dish of
18“ (45 cm) or 23.6“ (60 cm) in diameter that is capable of tracking horizontally and vertically by its direct servo drive (except TV45) to make an amazing
choice of channels available – just like home.
Once the connection to a satellite is established, the tracking system will stay
connected to the correct satellite even in the roughest sea conditions.
Note! The reception of programs in different regions depends on the footprints of
the satellites. Also, the TV reception can be affected by rain, snow, dense clouds
and extreme movements in areas of weak signals.
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1.1 Simrad Marine TV system overview
Models Part no. Single Multi Receivers Bands
TV45 700-6000-001 X 1 - n 4
TV46 700-6000-002 X 1 - n 4
TV60 700-6000-003 X 1 - n 4
TV60 Quattro 700-6000-004 X 1 - n 4
TV46 Twin 700-6000-005 X
X
1 - n
1 - 2
2
4
TV45US 700-6000-006 X 1 - n 4
TV60US 700-6000-008 X 1 - n 4
• All the antennas, except TV46 Twin, will require a Multi-User kit to connect more than one receiver. The TV46 Twin antenna will only require the
kit if more than two receivers are to be connected.
• On single antennas with more than one user (receiver), all the receivers will
be on the same band as the master i.e. if the master receiver switches band,
all other connected receivers will get this new band too.
• On multi antennas, all the users (receivers) can switch between the bands
independently.
.
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1.2 Safety recommendations
Please note that the maximum power voltage for the antenna unit
must be between 11.5 and 36 volts DC, and the overload protection
should be rated min. 5 amp. and max. 7.5 amp.
When mounting the antenna, the distance from the antenna unit
to other radiation sources e.g. radar equipment or other antennas
(mobile communication antennas) should be min. 2.5 m (8 ft).
Simultaneous operation of radar and satellite antenna may damage
the satellite antenna if not installed directly above the radar antenna.
Do not use the control unit outdoors.
During a thunderstorm, we recommend that the connection cables
are disconnected.
If the negative side of the antenna unit’s supply voltage has no con-
nection to ship’s ground (earth), then the antenna unit’s ground point
should be connected directly to ship’s ground (earth).
After the installation is completed, all other electronic systems i.e.
GPS, Radar, VHF, FM, AM etc. should be tested for full functionality, while the antenna is turned on.
Do not test or turn on the antenna before the radome is fitted cor-
rectly. If the sun reflects into the dish, the electronics can be damaged.
Do not touch the rotary joint.
Do not attempt to open the sealed electronics, as this will void the
warranty.
Standby
Auto Sat
Sat 1
Sat 2
Sat 3
Sat 4
Setup
Tracking
On
Off
FastScan
On
Off
LNB Type
New Sat
ScnBand? Band 1
Upd Sat
UpDate?
Del Sat
Sat 1
D?elete
Sat 2
Sat 3
Sat 4
Comp Cal
UpDate?
quit
----
T XXXXX
VA X-XX
XXXXXXX
Standby
VC X-XX
LIN -70
LIN -60
…
LIN -10
(Standard)
LIN 0
LIN +10
LIN +20
…
LIN +70
Circular
software version
control unit
counter
operation time
serial no.
software version
antenna unit
searches and tracks stored satellite (SAT 1...4 will be selected by receiver)
searches and tracks stored satellite 1
searches and tracks stored satellite 2
searches and tracks stored satellite 3
searches and tracks stored satellite 4
tracking of stored
satellite
during searching
of stored satellites
settings of LNB-type
and skew (angle)
update satellite data
deletes selected satellite
calibrate compass
password
request
6)
8)
2)
2)
2)
2)
1)
Search?
searching new satellite
7)
4)
5)
9)
5)
3)
cancel
2)
2)
2)
2)
Band 2
Band 3
Band 4
Compass
Sat X
New Sat
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1.3 Overview of menu structure
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1) Always possible, as long as free satellite storage positions are available.
2) Only shown in the display if the respective satellite storage position is
occupied.
3) Only the occupied satellite storage positions are shown.
4) Confirm function by pressing
, abandon by pressing
5) Function has to be carried out in the harbor in calm waters.
6) Standby mode can quickly be reached from all menus by short press on the
key.
7) Display flashes.
8) TV46/60 models only, when at least one satellite is stored and the receiver
supports this feature (DiSEqC
TM
).
9) Special functions in standby mode.
1.4 Key functions
The operation of the Simrad Marine TV system is controlled from the control
unit. It is a good idea if you make yourself familiar with the key functions and
to memorize their usage in the menu structure:
Power key
Short press will turn on the power or will enter Standby mode after
initialization.
Browse key
Short press will browse through all available menus, step by step.
Select key
Short press will select/confirm what is written in the display.
Note! From the Standby mode: Hold Select key depressed while using
the Browse key to scroll through available data: serial no., counter
operation time, and software versions. See section 5.3.
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1.5 Password access to Setup menu
To gain access to the setup menu will require that you first enter a password.
It is always the same password which have to be entered. When
Setup is
flashing in the display:
1. Press
The display will show: ----
2. Press The display will show: X---
3. Press The display will show: XX--
4. Press The display will show: XXX-
5. Press The display will show: XXXX
The time between each keystrokes should not exceed two seconds or the
password request will be annulled. If so, the display will return to a flashing
Setup and you will have to restart from point 1.
If the password is entered correctly, you are now in the Setup menu.
TV Antenna Control
SIMRAD
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2. Control elements
2.1 Control unit
2.2 Preparing the receiver
SIMRAD Marine TV does not need a special receiver. The satellite tracking
system can be connected to any commercial receiver for digital and analogue
reception. Only the LNB-type in the setup menu of the receiver has to be set
on “Universal” (LOF 9,75/10,6 GHz). If you want several satellite positions,
the DiSEqC™ function for an automatic satellite switch has to be activated.
To program your receiver, please refer to the respective owner’s manual!
For every satellite at least one program must be preprogrammed in the
receiver to control the satellite position of the antenna unit by means of
the TV picture quality. If not, preprogram the receiver by using an already
installed satellite system!
In case the receiver supports the function, adjust the receiver so that the
power supply of the LNB is turned off during the standby-mode. This
means that the control unit and the antenna unit are without power supply.
This function enables the turning on and off of the antenna unit via remote
control of the receiver, which lowers the power consumption.
In case several receivers are connected to the antenna simultaneously (e.g.
a digital receiver with analogue receiver looped through) both receivers
must have identical DiSEqC™ settings i.e. active or inactive.
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2.3 Power on / off / standby
The antenna unit is controlled by the control unit, which is turned on by pressing the
(power) key. To enter Standby mode, press the key from any menu
after the initialization is completed.
When the control unit is in standby mode there will be no power supply to
the antenna.
2.4 Adjusting the setup parameters
Modifications can only be made in the setup menu. In the main menu only the
flashing functions can be selected.
1. Turn on the control unit. The display shows
Init (flashing), meaning ini-
tialization is in progress.
2. After the initialization is completed, you are in the main menu with the
display flashing
Setup. The setup menu has password access - see section
1.5.
3. If the password is entered correctly, you are now in the setup menu. The
display shows
Tra c k in g, press to select.
4. Tracking is preset to On. Toggle between On and Off with the
key. With
Off, tracking is deactivated (see section 3.1). With On, tracking is activated
i.e. the satellite can be tracked. Press
to select.
5. The display shows
Tra c k in g. Press to go to Fas t Sc a n mode. Press
to select or
to continue from point 7.
6. Fastscan is preset to On. Toggle between On and Off with the
key (see
section 5.4). With On, Fastscan is activated i.e. the search for the correct
satellite works faster (US only). Press
to select.
7. The display shows
Fa s t S c a n. Press to go to LNB Type. Press to
select.
8. The display will show the standard setting
lin 0 which is valid for
Europe. By pressing the
key you can change the LNB settings. Press
to select. The display will return to:
LNB Type.
The standard setting
lin 0 is the only one supported by a standard system.
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Reception from satellites with a rotated skew will require an optional LNB
mounting with variable skew (see Appendix D). Reception from circular
polarized satellites will require a circular LNB type.
9. Press
repeatedly until the legend Comp Cal appears. Press to select.
The calibration of the compass must be carried out in the harbor in calm
waters! If the mounting surface of the antenna unit changes, or if the superstructures in the vicinity of the antenna unit are modified, the calibration
has to be done again! See also section 5.1.
10. The display interchanges between the legends:
Compass and UpDate?.
Press
to calibrate.
11. The display interchanges between the legends:
Compass and calibrat
and then
checking until the legend complete is shown for a brief
moment, and then returns to
Comp Cal, which indicates that the calibra-
tion of the compass is completed.
12. Pr e ss
to go to quit, and press to confirm.
The system is now adjusted to surrounding conditions and is ready to search
for satellites to be stored.
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3. TV operation
Press the power key to turn on the control unit. The display shows
Init
for ini-
tialization. After the initialization is completed, the display interchanges between
scanning
and
Sat
X (X is the last shown storage position) until the satellite
has been located. The system will now run a check on the satellite:
checking
.
If o.k., the display will briefly indicate
complete
and then return to Sat X.
The antenna willl maintain its connection to the satellite even when the boat is
moving. (Providing that the tracking function is active, see section 2.4).
If you wish to select a different satellite, press
repeatedly until the desired
satellite position appears, and then confirm with
If no satellites are stored, the display will show Setup (flashing).
You are now back in the main menu and can add new satellites (see sec.4.1).
If the search for a new satellite takes more than 1 minute, even though there is
a clear view to the satellite, or if, after several times finding the right satellite, the display shows
upd reco and interchanging with the actual satellite
number, then the satellite data base has to be updated, see section 4.2.
If there is no picture on the TV after the satellite has been checked and found
o.k., there are two possibilities:
1. The satellite service provider has changed the transponders or it is the
wrong satellite. In order to proof the right satellite has been found, try to
switch to other programs on the receiver. If all other programs are in their
usual places, you need to reprogram your receiver for the program which
have changed. Please refer to the manual of the receiver.
2. US only: In case that no program can be received, try to turn off the Fast-
scan function, see section 5.4.
When changes are made, return to
Sat
X and press to start a new search.
If the search for a new satellite takes longer than 4 minutes and after some time
the display shows
Sat ok ?
, then the requested satellite could not be found.
All available satellites will be presented and the operator can choose one.
Make sure the receiver is switched to a program from this satellite, so the
correct satellite can be identified. If the display shows
Sat ok ? and there is
no picture on the TV, press
to continue the search. This has to be repeated,
until the TV shows the correct program. Press
to confirm.
The display will now interchange between
Sat
X and
UpDate ?
. Press to
update the satellite data base. The display will flash:
updating
, and shortly
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after:
checking
, and then:
complete
. The display will now return to
Sat
X
and the the requested program will appear on the TV. If the display interchanges
between
scanning
and
complete
during the search, no suitable satellite could
be found. Press
to go to the main menu and the display will flash
Setup
.
Check all cable connections and make sure there is a clear view (no obstacles) to
the satellite and the receiver is correctly adjusted. Then repeat this procedure.
The menu item Upd Sat is not shown when the tracking function is deac-
tivated (see section 3.1).
Should the antenna lose the signal from the satellite (due to a passing boat,
buildings on shore, bridges, or superstructures on own boat), the display will
interchange between
Sat X (stored position of current satellite) and no Sig,
for the duration of the missing satellite reception.
The tracking mode will automatically restart when the vessel is turned. The
display interchanges between
scanning
and
Sat
X. In case superstructures
obstruct the view to the satellite, turn the vessel or the satellite cannot be found!
If you wish to select a specific satellite, refer to section 4.4.
3.1 Stop Tracking function in harbors
If the boat is in a harbor, the tracking function can be deactivated to stop the
tracking (noise-reduction). Proceed as follows:
1. Press
repeatedly until the display flashes. This is the main menu.
2. To go to the setup menu, press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
, Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password
is correct you are in the Setup menu with the display:
Tra c k in g.
3. Press
to select, and press to toggle between ON and OFF. The track-
ing function must be in OFF position to be deactivated. Confirm with
.
4. The display returns to
Tra c k in g. Press repeatedly until the display
shows
quit. Confirm with . The display returns to: Setup.
You are now back in the main menu and can switch to other satellites or make
adjustments in the setup menu.
When the tracking function is deactivated, the antenna does not track the
satellite, so it is possible that the TV picture sometimes can deteriorate
or drop out. A re-alignment with the satellite is always possible: Press
repeatedly until the display shows
Sat X (flashing), then press .
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4. Satellites
4.1 Adding new satellites
To search and store new satellites must be done in the harbor in calm waters!
For every satellite at least one program must be preprogrammed in the receiver
to control the satellite position of the antenna unit by means of the TV picture
quality. Make sure the preprogrammed TVstation for the desired satellite is
turned on at the receiver, as the system stops at each receivable satellite. The
satellite can be identified by the quality of the TV picture.
Please proceed as follows:
1. To go to the setup menu, press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
. Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password is
correct you are in the Setup menu with the display:
Tra c k in g.
2. Press
repeatedly until New Sat appears. Press to select.
New Sat only appears in the display if free satellite storage positions are
available. If all storage positions are occupied, then the less required ones
have to be deleted first. (See section 4.3).
3. The legend
ScnBand? will be shown for 2 seconds. After that, use the
key to change band between Band 1 and Band 4 to select the band in
which the satellite will be searched:
Band 1 10700 MHz - 11700 MHz (Polarization Vertical)
Band 2 10700 MHz - 11700 MHz (Polarization Horizontal)
Band 3 11700 MHz - 12750 MHz (Polarization Vertical)
Band 4 11700 MHz - 12750 MHz (Polarization Horizontal)
Example: Astra 1 Band 3
Hotbird Band 3
Astra 2 Band 3
Sirius Band 3
US Band 2
4. Confirm with
, or abandon with
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5. The display interchanges between New Sat and Search?.
6. Confirm with
, or abandon with .
7.
If you chose ‘abandon’, the display will briefly show
cancel
and then
return to the setup menu i.e.
New Sat
, continue from point 2. If you chose
‘confirm’, the search mode is activated and the display shows
scanning
(flashing). The search mode can be interrupted at any time by pressing
,
which brings you back to the main menu. The display shows
Setup
(flash-
ing).
8.
If the tracking system has scanned the whole area without locating a satellite,
the display shows
scanning
interchanging with
complete
. Confirm with
.
You are back in the main menu with
Setup
flashing. Before restarting the
search mode (see point 1), check if there is a clear view to the satellite, if the
program selected on the receiver is o.k. (possibly change to another program)
and if the respective satellite can be received in this area!
If no satellite is found, repeat the search in another band (see point 3).
Before you restart the search-mode, make sure that no superstructures
obstruct the view to the satellite!
9. The search mode stops after a satellite is found. The display shows
Sat ok? (flashing). Check the quality of the TV picture! In case there
is no picture or the wrong TV program, proceed with the search mode by
pressing
repeatedly until the correct TV program is found. Press to
confirm.
10. The display shows
Save as? just for a brief moment.
11. A list of the different storage positions is shown. Use the
key to toggle
between
Sat 1 and Sat 4 , confirm with .
Note! Only free storage positions are shown. Every receiver supporting
the DiSEqC™ function, allocates the satellite positions to one of the
DiSEqC™ positions 1 – 4. Therefore, make sure that all satellites in the
DiSEqC™ menu of the receiver and of the antenna unit are stored under the
same number! This allows the use of the
Auto Sat function (see section
4.4.2).
Example: Satellite Astra is stored under DiSEqC™ position 2 in the
receiver, meaning that this satellite has to be stored in the antenna unit
under
Sat 2 ! Receivers which do not support the DiSEqC™ function
will allow any order of numbers. Press
.
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12. The display interchanges between a flashing Sat X and save?, where X is
the previously chosen storage position. Confirm with
.
If you want to abandon the function, press
, which interrupts the storage.
The display will briefly show
cancel and then return to Sat ok?.
You may now continue the search, or you can store the satellite just
received at another storage position. (See point 4).
13. If you chose to ‘confirm’ in point 12, the display shows
saving.. (flash-
ing) for approximately 1 minute. The data of the satellite is now automatically memorized and stored. The display shows:
checking.
While the data is being stored, the ship must not move, a permanent clear
view to the satellite must be guaranteed, and the antenna unit must not be
turned off!
14. When the data is memorized, the display shows
complete for a brief
moment and then the system automatically jumps to the TV mode of the
just stored satellite (the display shows
Sat X, where X is the storage posi-
tion). The ship can now be moved and the reception tested.
In case a failure occurs and the data is not memorized correctly, the display
shows
Err Save and the calibration has to be done again.
For each new satellite, the search mode must be repeated! You can store up
to four satellites (TV46/60) or two satellites (TV45).
4.2 Update of satellite data base
Example of update: The Astra satellite was stored in German waters and now
the vessel was sailing in Scandinavian waters. The angles of the satellite has
therefore moved and it takes longer to locate the satellite. To shorten the search
time, new data for the angles has to be stored:
1. To go to the setup menu, press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
, Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password
is correct you are in the Setup menu.
2. Press
repeatedly until Upd Sat appears. Now the up-to-date angles can
be stored by pressing
.
Please keep in mind, that the menu item
Upd Sat is not shown, if the
tracking function is deactivated (See section 3.1).
3. The display interchanges between
Sat X (storage position of current satel-
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lite) and UpDate?.
4.
To abandon, press / to confirm (if the picture quality is optimal), press
5. If you chose ‘abandon’, the display shows cancel for a brief moment.
If you chose ‘confirm’, the display interchanges between a flashing
updating and checking.
6. After correct calibration, the display shows
complete for a brief moment
and then the system automatically jumps to the TV mode. If the update was
not successfull the display shows
Err Save and the system returns to the
menu item
Upd Sat. In this case, please repeat the calibration.
Next time the antenna is turned on, the stored angles and frequency data of the
satellite are for the current area. This procedure can be repeated in every other
region (at a distance of 200-300 km), because the angles of the satellite move
with every change of the vessel’s position.
4.3 Delete stored data
To delete stored satellite positions, the following steps must be completed:
1. Go to the setup menu: press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
, Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password
is correct you are in the Setup menu.
2. The display now shows
Tra c k in g. Press repeatedly until Del Sat
appears. Press
.
Del Sat can only appear if there are satellites stored in the system.
3. The display shows
Sat X, where X is the first satellite storage position to
be deleted. Press
and .
4. The display interchanges between
Sat X and Delete?. To confirm, press
/ to abandon, press
5. If you chose ‘confirm’ the display shows complete for a brief moment. If
you chose ‘abandon’, the display shows
cancel.
6. In both cases, the display will return to
Del Sat.
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If no further satellites are available for deletion, the display shows
Tra c k in g.
If there are more satellites in the system you wish to delete, press
and
repeat from point 3! If you want to leave the menu, press
until quit appears
and then press
. The display shows Setup (flashing).
You are now back in the main menu and can switch to other satellites by pressing the
key or make adjustments in the setup menu.
4.4 Selection of stored satellites
The satellite tracking system is able to switch between stored satellite positions (see chapter 3) either by using the control box or the receiver (automatic).
4.4.1 Manual selection of satellites
To select a satellite manually, follow the below procedure:
1. Press
repeatedly until the display shows flashing Sat X, where X is the
satellite storage position.
2. Select between the storage positions 1 - 4 by pressing
. Confirm with .
Only satellites already stored are shown.
The display interchanges between
scanning and Sat X, where X is the
desired storage position. After the satellite is found, the display will continue
to show X. The satellite tracking system is now in TV mode.
4.4.2 Automatic selection of satellites
To select a satellite automatically, the receiver must support the DiSEqC™
function. Furthermore, it is important that all satellites in the DiSEqC™ menu
of the receiver and of the antenna unit are stored under the same number!
Example: Satellite Astra is stored under DiSEqC™ position 2 in the
receiver, meaning that this satellite has to be stored in the antenna unit
under
Sat 2.
1. Press
repeatedly until the display flashes Auto Sat. Press . From
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now on, the antenna unit will take over the satellite positions from the
receiver. The display interchanges between
scanning and Sat X, where
X is the desired storing position. After the satellite is located, the display
will continue to show
Sat X. The satellite tracking system is now in TV
mode.
If
Auto Sat does not appear in the display, the feature is not supported
by the receiver (or not activated). The setting is “DiSEqC 1..4” or similar.
Refer to the user manual of the receiver. The TV45 does not support this
feature.
If the selected satellite is not stored in the antenna unit, the display interchanges between
Sat X (the selected storage position) and no Data. In this
case, check the receiver parameters and store the satellite in the antenna unit,
meaning that the search mode has to be started again (see chapter 3).
You can now switch to the main menu (flashing display) by pressing the
key.
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5. Miscellaneous
5.1 Compass calibration
The calibration of the compass has to be executed in the harbor in calm
waters! If the mounting surface of the antenna unit changes, or if the superstructures in vicinity of the antenna unit are modified, the calibration has to
be done again!
Please proceed as follows:
1. To go to the setup menu, press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
, Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password
is correct you are in the Setup menu with the display:
Tra c k in g.
2. Press
repeatedly until Comp Cal appears. Press to confirm.
3. The display interchanges between the legends:
Compass and UpDate?.
Press
to calibrate.
4. The display interchanges between the legends:
Compass and calibrat
and then
checking until the legend complete is shown for a brief
moment, and then returns to
Comp Cal, which indicates that the calibra-
tion of the compass is completed. If the display shows
Err Comp, the
calibration was not successfull and has to be repeated. If several attempts
remain unsuccessfully, there are too many ferromagnetic objects close by
the antenna causing electromagnetic disturbance.
If the removal of these objects is not possible, the system will not be work-
ing efficiently (the time from switching on to finding a stored satellite will
take much longer). The tracking characteristics are not affected!
5. The display will return to
Comp Cal. Press to go to quit, and press
to confirm. The display shows
Setup (flashing).
You are now back in the main menu and can switch to other satellites by pressing the
key or make adjustments in the setup menu.
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5.2 Adjustment of the LNB type
In order to change the LNB type, follow the below procedure:
1. To go to the setup menu, press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup
(flashing), then press
, Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password
is correct you are in the Setup menu with the display:
Tra c k in g.
2. Press
repeatedly until LNB Type appears. Press to confirm.
3. The display will show the standard setting
lin 0 which is valid for
Europe. By pressing the
key you can change the LNB settings. Press
to confirm. The display will return to:
LNB Type.
The standard setting
lin 0 is the only one supported by a standard system.
Reception from satellites with a rotated skew will require an optional LNB
mounting with variable skew (see Appendix D). Reception from circular
polarized satellites will require a circular LNB type.
4. Press
repeatedly until the legend quit appears, then press . The dis-
play shows
Setup (flashing).
You are now back in the main menu and can switch to other satellites by pressing the
key or make adjustments in the setup menu.
5.3 Special functions via the standby mode
The following information can be obtained via the standby mode: software version of antenna unit and control unit, serial number and operating hours counter.
1. Turn on the control unit. The display shows Init, meaning initialization is
started. Wait for the initialization to be completed, and then press the
key
to enter standby mode.
2. To obtain the special functions, press and hold the
while toggling
between the following functions with the
key:
• serial number.
• operating hours counter.
• software version of the antenna unit:
VA X-XX
• software version of the control unit: VC X-XX
3. After releasing the key, the display returns to Sta ndby.
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5.4 Fastscan function (US only)
The tracking system will work faster with the fastscan function. However, if
the antenna is locked to a satellite and the TV does not show a picture, then
the fastscan function must be deactivated by following these steps:
1. Press
repeatedly until the display shows Setup (flashing), then press .
Enter password, see section 1.5. If the password is correct you are in the
Setup menu with the display:
Tra c k in g.
2. Press
to go to Fas t S c a n, and press to confirm.
3. Press
to toggle from On to Off, and then press .
4. The display now returns to
Fa s t S c a n. Press until quit appears and
then press
. The display shows Setup (flashing).
You are now back in the main menu and can switch to other satellites by pressing the
key or make adjustments in the setup menu.
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6. Installation
6.1 Standard delivery
The satellite tracking system SIMRAD Marine TV comes complete with electronic assemblies, cables and other necessary installation material.
System components: • Antenna unit (with serial number)
• Control unit
• Four mounting screws M8
Please check the completeness of all components. Make sure that no trans-
port damages exist before you start the installation.
6.2 Installation overview
The installation work has to be done in the following order:
• Select location
• Check the mounting surface for stability
• Check cable path
• Position of power distributor
• Drill holes and lay the cable
• Install antenna unit (see also addendum for instructions of how to
undo the fixed transportation position before power-up)
• Make all installation openings watertight
• Connect cables
For the installation the following tools are needed:
• Electric drill
• One 4mm and one 8.5-9mm bits
• Hexagon socket wrench size 6
• Wrench M 8
Plan the entire installation first! To avoid mistakes or damages to the
boat or satellite tracking system, please read the installation instructions
carefully before starting the installation.
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6.3 Selecting location
This illustration shows the importance of a proper location for the antenna
unit.
Note that criteria such as an unobstructed view to the satellite and a strong
mounting surface are met. Furthermore, no sources of interference, e.g. radar
equipment or other antennas, such as mobile communication antennas, should
be installed nearby the Marine TV antenna unit. A minimum distance of 8-12
ft. (2-3 meters) has to be observed in order not to affect the picture quality.
Although the radome is sealed, it is recommended to avoid direct waves and
bilge water!
The antenna unit has to be installed so that no superstructures will obstruct
the sight to the satellite! Please note, that the elevation angle depends on the
geographical location of the boat and on the selected satellite!
Equally important for a good installation are the conditions of the mounting
surface and the lengths of the different cables. See section 6.4, 6.5 and 6.6.
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6.4 Mounting surface
A horizontal, solid and steady surface is very important. Make sure that the
surface does not have any irregularities!
Furthermore, please take into consideration that the weight of the antenna unit
is 40 lbs. (18 kg) or more. Therefore, the surface has to be strong enough to
carry the antenna unit, even during the most challenging maritime conditions.
6.5 Planning the cable paths
Before starting the installation, you should check which walls are suitable and
if existing openings can be used for the cables.
All openings have to be sealed in order to avoid any water penetrating.
The control unit should be placed as close as possible to the receiver. The
maximum length of the cable is 3 meters. Refer to Appendix E for data concerning appropriate cable types.
6.6 Power supply
The antenna unit can be connected directly to any ship’s power supply net of
12/24/32 volts DC. The circuit fuse should be rated for min. 5 amperes and
max 7.5 amperes! (See appendix G “Technical Specifications”).
The power distributor must be idle while working on the ship’s supply net
or you may short circuit the system.
If the negative side of the supply voltage of the antenna unit has no connection
to the boat ground, make sure a potential compensation between boat ground
and the ground point of the antenna unit is made.
6.7 Drillings
To avoid any damage to the mounting surface it is recommended that you
start out with drilling a smaller hole, using a 3.5-4 mm bit before drilling the
correct hole size. Use an 8.5-9 mm bit to drill 4 mounting holes for the M8
screws included. To drill the holes in the correct positions, please refer to the
included template.
134,00 mm (5.28")
77,50 mm (3.05")
ø 9,00 mm (0.35")
Bow
Floor dimensions:
45xxx 60xxx
Di 24 cm 24 cm
Da 41 cm 56 cm
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Example of template:
The drilling template also shows the hole for the cable, which has to be drilled
only in case the cable will be led through the mounting surface. However, the
cable can also be led through the cable channel between the mounting surface
and the bottom of the radome to avoid further drilling.
If the antenna unit is mounted on the cabin roof (not device carrier or sepa-
rate mounting plates) close all drillings with waterproof sealing material to
avoid any water penetrating!
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