Satellite Television System
A complete guide to the installa
tion and operation of the UST9000 satellite receiver system.
Installation and operation
Controls and Functions
Front Panel Controls
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1. Power On/Off - Turn the receiver on or off from this
key or the same key on the remote control.
2. C/Ku Band - Press to select either C band or Ku band
satellite signals depending on the LNB installed in your
system.
3. Memo Key - Press to enter satellite, channel, audio or
other information into memory.
4. Scan Key - Activates channel scan. Press once to scan
2 channels per second. Press for more than 1 /2 second
to scan 12 channels per second. Press the Scan key again
or any other key to stop.
5. Channel Up/Down Keys - Press once to change a
channel. Press more than I /2 second to change 8 chan
nels per second. Release key to stop.
6. V/H Polarity Key - Press to change from horizontal to
vertical or vertical to horizontal polarity.
7. Skew - Adjust the skew pulse to fine-tune the
television picture. Press or - until you get the best
possible picture.
8. Video Fine +/- - Primarily for Ku band reception.
Press and hold the -I- or - key until a Ku band channel
is visible. Press momentarily to fine-tune the picture.
Some C band channeis may also need to be fine-tuned
by pressing the -t- or - key momentarily.
9. Audio 1 Keys - Adjust the frequency of the first audio
channel from 5 - 8.5 MHz. Press once to step 10 KHz,
press more than 1/2 second to change 80 KHz per sec
ond. Initial setting is 6.8 MHz for all channels.
10. Audio 2 Keys - Adjust the frequency of the second
audio channel. Operation is the same as audio 1. Initial
setting is 6.8 MHz for all channels.
11. Mode Key - Press to change the audio mode from
mono to discrete, matrix, multiplex and back to mono.
12. N/W Key - Press to change the audio band from wide
to narrow or narrow to wide. Initial setting is wide.
13. Station Keys - Allows easy selection of your favorite
preprogrammed satellite video channels or satellite radio
channels. After selecting the station number, simply
press the call key to automatically tune to the
preprogrammed satellite and channel.
14. P. Lock - The parental lock allows you to block rec^"
tion of a specific channel. Select the satellite and chanft„.
for which you wish to block reception. Press the P. Lock
key. Whenever that satellite and channel are called the
video will be blank and the P.L. LED will light. To release
the parental lock call the satellite and channel, then
press the P. Lock key for more than 4 seconds.
15. Lock Key - Press to lock the memory. In the lock mode
the east and west keys will move the antenna +/- 10
counts for fine-tuning only. Press the Lock key for more
than 4 seconds to unlock the memory.
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same as No. key.
17. No. Key - Select satellite number. Press once to select
next number. Press for more than 1 /2 second to change
4 numbers per second. Release to stop.
18. Call Key - Press to move antenna to satellite and chan
nel shown in display or to tune in a preprogrammed
station number.
19. East and West Keys - Press once to change antenna
position by one number on the display. Press and hold to
move antenna until key is released.
20. DNR Key - Press to turn Dynamic Noise Reduction on
or off.
21. Preset Video Key - Press to activate the video stz,‘='^"
mode for easy access to your favorite channels.
22. Preset Audio Key - Press to activate the audio sta
tion function for easy access to your favorite satellite
radio programs.
- Select the type of satellite. Operation is the
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Display
DI Indicates the relative strength ofLED Level Meter
the satellite signal.
D2. Ku LED - Lights when Ku band is selected. C band
has no indicator.
D3. DNR LED - Lights when DNR function is selected.
'’(4. Narrow LED - Lights when narrow audio band is
selected. Wide band has no indicator.
D5. MPX, DISC, MTRX LEDs - Lights when these audio
modes are selected.
D6. Video Indicator - Lights when the video station
mode is selected.
D7. Lock LED - Lights when the memory lock is on.
D8. Sat. Position/Memory Ch - Displays the antenna
positon or preset station channel selected.
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D9. Audio Indicator - Lights when the satellite audio
mode is selected.
DIO. Satellite - Displays the satellite letter and number
selected.
Dll. P.L. (Parental Lock) LED - Lights when a channel
has been selected that is locked.
D12. V and H LEDs - Lights to indicate vertical or hori
zontal polarity.
D13. Channel - Displays the selected channel number.
D14. Stereo Indicator - Lights to show that the selected
audio is in stereo.
D15. Audio 1 and Audio 2 - Displays the selected audio
frequencies.
D16. Remote Window - Receives the infrared signal
from the handheld remote control.
Bottom Panel
Signal Meter Adjustment - If signal level on meter Is
consistently too high, adjust level by turning control with a
screwdriver.
Signal Meter Adjustment
Rear Panel
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Rear Panel
I?1. C Input - F type connector for the I GHz IF cable
from the LNB or the UST-524 multiple receiver unit.
R2. Ku Input - Connect the 1 GHZ IF cable from the Ku
LNB for Ku band reception.
R3. Descram Out - F type connector for composite vtd-
eo output used with a descrambling device.
R4. Tl On/Off Switch - Select On to help eliminate
microwave (terrestrial) interference, or OFF for normal
use.
R5. 18V and V/H Switch - Select the + 18V position for
single receiver installations. Select the V/H position
when using the UST-524 for multiple receiver installa
tions.
R6. CPU Reset - Press this switch to clear the central
processing unit. WARNING: WHEN THIS BUT
TON IS PRESSED ALL MEMORY WILL BE
ERASED.
R7. -I- 18V - F type connector for -F 18VDC power to the
UST-524 for multiple receivers installation. When the
UST-524 is used the 18V - V/H switch must be in the
V/H position.
R8. Remote Station - F type connector for hook up of
the UST-88 remote control system which allows oper
ation of this receiver from a remote location.
R9. Motor -F and - Terminals - 36 VDC 1.5 amp max
output for actuator motor. Circuit breaker R11 controls
this circuit.
R10. -F B, SEN, and GND Terminals - Connect to actu
ator sensor.
R11
R11. Actuator Circuit Breaker - Push to reset. If brea%^.
^—er trips, check the antenna and actuator to make sure
they are operating properly.
R12. Main Circuit Breaker - Push to reset.
R13. AC Power Cord - Connect to any 110 - 120V
household AC outlet. Do not connect to an outlet con
trolled by a wall switch.
R14. AC Outlet. - Unswitched power for other equip
ment such as a monitor or VCR. When the power to
the UST-9000 is turned off this outlet remains on.
R15. RFOut - F type connector to wire satellite receiver to
the VHF antenna terminal of television.
R16. CH 3/4 Switch - Select either channel 3 or 4 depend
ing upon your television set.
R17. Ant. In - F type connector for external VHF TV
antenna. When the power is off signal is connected to
RF out (R15|.
R18. Audio 1 and 2 Output - RCA type connectors for
external audio equipment, VCR or monitor.
R19. Video Output - RCA type connector for an external
monitor. _VCR or descramblinq devjce.
R20. -F6V, Pulse, and GND Terminals - Connectors
for a servo motor type polarization device. Voltage
automatically turns off 4 seconds after polari?-'
changes. i
R21. Counter Clear - Press to erase the limits for antenna
travel and to reset the counter to 000.
R22. Up and Down Limit - Set the east and west limit of
travel for the antenna.
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Remote Control
^Remote Control (UST-699)
^■i^osed Keys
XI. Power On/Off - Turn the receiver on or off with this
key.
X2. 0 - 9 Keys - Press to select channel or station number.
X3. Mute Key - Press to mute volume. Press again to
restore volume.
X4. Channel Up/Down Keys - Press once to change
channel. Press more than 1/2 second to change 8
channels per second. Release key to stop.
X5. Volume Up/Down Keys - Select the volume by
pressing or holding, up/down keys
Hidden Keys - lift cover to access keys
X6. N/W Key - Press to change the audio band from wide
to narrow or narrow to wide.
X7. Mode Key - Press to change the audio mode from
mono to discrete, matri,x, and back to mono.
X8. Audio 1 Keys - Adjust the frequency of the first
audio channel from 5 - 8.5 MHz. Press once to step 10
KHz, press more than 1 /2 second to change 80 KHz per
second. Initial setting is 6.8 MHz for all channels.
X9. East and West Keys - Press once to change anten
na position by one number. Press and hold to move
antenna until key is released.
Type Key - Select the type of satellite. Operation is
the same as No. key.
<11. Preset Video Key - Press to activate the video sta
tion mode for easy access to your favorite channels.
XI2. Preset Audio Key - Press to activate the audio
station function for easy access to your favorite satel
lite radio programs.
XI3. DNR Key - Press to turn Dynamic Noise Reduction
on or off.
X14. C/KuBand - Press to select either C band or Ku band
satellite signals. For Ku band reception a Ku band LN8
is required.
XI5. Audio 2 Keys - Adjust the frequency of the second
audio channel. Operation is the same as audio 1. Initial
setting is 6.8 MHz for all channels.
XI6. Video Fine -f/- - Primarily for Ku band reception.
Adjust the first local frequency to fine-tune the video.
Press once to change 156.25 KHz, press and hold to
rapidly change by 800 KHz/second. Release to stop.
Some C band channels may also need to be fine-tuned
by pressing the -F or - key momentarily.
XI7. No. Key - Select satellite number. Press once to select
next number. Press for more than 1/2 second to
change 4 numbers per second.
XI8. Caii Key - Press to move antenna to satellite and
channel shown in display.
XI9. Battery Compartment - Remove cover to replace
2 AA size batteries.
The above diagram shows a typical layout for the UST-9000
satellite receiver system with all its options. Your system may
not be exactly the same as this diagram shows.
NOTE: Please refer to the cable chart on the preceding page
when selecting cable for your system. If you have cable runs
longer than those indicated in the chart you should consult
your dealer for proper cable type.
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Actuator Connection
Actuator Connection
Remove the rear cover of the actuator motor. Inside the cas
ing is a terminal strip. Connect the appropriate wires to the
connections on the strip. Be sure to use the cables recom
mended in the preceding chart. Route the wire through the
rubber seal and put the case back on the motor. Be sure that
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the gasket is properly seated for a weather-tight seal. The
actuator should then be connected to the 5 screw terminals
on the rear of the UST-9000. Make sure that the proper con
nections are made. Any improper connection can cause per
manent damage to your system.
Actuator Set-Up
The actuator inner tube should be retracted as far as possible,
leaving only the pivot socket exposed. The satellite position
display on the UST-9000 should read 000 . If the display is
not at 0, press the Clear Counter button on the back of the
receiver. Once the counter is at 0, press the East key until the
counter displays 010. Press the Lower Limit button on the
back of the receiver. Move the antenna all the way to the
east. Press the West key to reverse it about 10 counts. Press
the Upper Limit button on the back of the unit.
NOTE: The Up and Down Limit buttons on the back of the
UST-9000 are used to stop the travel of the antenna in both
the east and west directions. If there is some kind of physical
Additional Limit Settings
The normal limit of travel for the actuator arm is about 18
inches. If the most easterly satellite cannot be reached by the
antenna when the actuator arm is fully extended, an internal
limit switch should be adjusted.
Remove the back case of the actuator motor housing and
locate the red limit switch and cam. Loosen the two screws
holding cam. Turn the cam clockwise, until the screw head is
located in the center of the slot. Tighten screws and replace
actuator case. Press the Counter Clear switch on back of the
unit. Press the East key to move the antenna to an eastern
satellite. Move the antenna about 10 counts beyond the sat
ellite and press the Upper Limit switch.
obstruction or other reason that the antenna should not trav
el the full distance of its arc, the Up or Down limit should be
set to stop the travel. To set the limit, advance the antenna to
the farthest position it should travel. Press the Down button
(for a western position) or the Up button (for an eastern
position).
IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO SET BOTH THE UPPER
AND LOWER LIMITS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IF THE
LIMITS ARE NOT SET THE ACTUATOR WILL NOT
WORK PROPERLY.
If the eastern satellite is still out of range repeat the preceding
steps and rotate cam further. Be sure to reset Upper and
Lower limit switches on rear of unit.
before replacing actuator case. If actuator limit
cam is not secure it will cause permenant damage
to your unit.
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The optional UST-88 allows you to control your UST-9000
from another TV away from the receiver. Connect the 2-way
video splitter (included) to the RF output cable on the receiv
er. Connect your main TV to one output on the splitter and
connect your second TV (where the UST-88 will be used) to
the other output. Run a cable (RG-59) from the Remote Sta
tion connector on the rear of the UST-9000 to the input on
the rear of the UST-88. Place the UST-88 on top of your
second TV and plug the AC adaptor into the rear of the unit
Programming
Mow your UST-9000 system is properly installed and is ready
or programming. Carefully follow each step to become famil-
ar with the programming procedures. The UST-9000 has
)een designed with the user in mind, therefore once the unit
i programmed the operation is simple.
*rogramming Satellites and Channels
Ml programming should be done with the keys behind the
loor on the front panel of the UST-9000. Turn on the power,
e sure that Lock LED is off. Press the Scan key for more than
/2 second to rapidly scan the channels. Press and hold the
ast key. The Antenna will begin moving to the east. When
le first satellite is received the TV screen will flicker from the
ideo signal. Release the East key and press the Scan key to
:op the channel scan.
and any 110-120V AC outlet. Use the remote control from
the receiver, pointed at the front of the UST-88 to control all
of the functions of yopr satellite system. The superimposed
graphics feature will allow you to see the satellites and chan
nels you select on your second TV screen. You can also pur
chase a second remote control (UST - 699) to use with the
UST-88. If you do not have a UST-88 be sure to ask your
Uniden dealer for full details.
Press the channel Up or Down key to locate an active chan
nel. If the picture appears distorted or scrambled press the
polarity key to change polarity. If this improves the picture,
continue. If the picture remains distorted, select a new chan
nel and try the polarity setting again.
Press the East or West key momentarily to fine-tune the
antenna to that satellite. Press the Skew + / - keys for addi
tional fine-tuning. When the best picture is achieved compare
the active channels and the polarity setting on that satellite
with your local program guide to identify the satellite to
which you are tuned. Press the Type key until the correct
letter appears in the display for that satellite. Press the No.
key until the correct number appears in the display. Press the
Memo key to enter the position for that satellite. The satellite
number will flash twice to confirm entry. The satellite and its
position are now stored in memory.
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Programming Special Audio
The UST-9000 has been programmed at the factory for all
standard audio settings. Check your local program guide for
audio settings on the satellite which are not 6.8 MHz, Mono.
If any of the channels have audio settings other than 6.8
MHz you will need to program the audio for those channels.
Find the channels in the guide which have special audio set
tings. Tune the receiver to the first channel. Press the Audio 1
keys to step up or down to the correct frequency. If the audio
portion of the channel is broadcast in multiplex stereo press
the Mode key until the MPX LED lights. The Stereo indicator
will also light.
If the audio portion of the channel is broadcast on two audio
frequencies press the Audio 2 keys to select the second audio
frequency as listed in your program guide. If the broadcast is
in stereo, press the Mode key to select Discrete or Matrix
stereo. The stereo indicator will light as well as the DSC (Dis
crete) or MTRX (Matrix! LED. Press the DNR key to activate
the Dynamic Noise Reduction feature. The DNR LED will
light. Press the N/W key if the program guide calls for narrow
band audio.
Double check the audio information displayed with your pro
gram guide to be sure ail information is correct. Press the
Memo key to enter the audio information into memoiy
Whenever this satellite and channel are selected, the auc%
portion will automatically be tuned as programmed. Contin
ue programming each channel that requires a special audio
setting.
NOTE: Most satellite audio programming will be broadcast
on 6.8 MHz, which has already been preprogrammed into
your receiver. Your local program guide will keep you updat
ed on which satellites and channels currently broadcast ster
eo audio and what the correct frequencies are for tuning.
Continue to the next satellite following the same procedure
until all satellite positions and all special audio settings are
stored in memory.
NOTE: The UST-9000 has a memory back-up circuit that will
keep the memory for about 1 year in the event of a power
failure.
Selecting a Satellite and Channel
To select a preprogrammed satellite simply press the Type key
until the desired satellite letter is displayed. Next press the
No. key until the satellite's number is displayed. Check your
local program guide to be sure that the correct satellite is
displayed. Press the Call key. The antenna will automatically
move to the position for that satellite.
Once the desired satellite has been located press the channel
keys to select a channel. The audio portion of that channel
will automatically tune to 6.8 MHz, Mono and Wide band
modes unless special audio frequencies have been program
med.
NOTE: If you call a satellite that has not been programmed
the No. display will flash and then return to the previous
satellite.
Selecting Audio
If you wish to change the preprogrammed audio setting, the
UST-9000 makes it easy. Follow the instructions in the Pro
gramming Special Audio section of this guide. If you do not
wish to permanently change the audio setting, do not press
the Memo key after tuning the special audio. The next time
the satellite and channel are called the audio will return to
the preprogrammed setting. If you decide to make a perma
nent change, press the Memo key after selecting the special
audio.
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Programming Favorite Channels
The sophisticated UST-9000 takes all the effort out of satellite
TV viewing. With the push of a few keys you can select as
many of your favorite channels as you wish (up to 99), auto
matically. The UST-9000 does all the work. It will move the
antenna to the satellite and tune in the channel, audio, and
Programming Video Station Channeis
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Call your favorite satellite, channel and audio as previously
described. Check the display to be sure all selections are cor
rect including band, mode and frequencies. Press the Video
preset key. Select the station number you want to assign to
that channel (1 - 99). Write that number down along with
the program information. Press the *lWemo Whenever
you call that station number the UST-9000 will automatically
tune in the preprogrammed channel you want to watch.
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any other special settings. If you would like to listen to a
variety of radio broadcasts, simply select the audio mode and
with a simple 3-button command you can select your favorite
satellite radio programs (up to 99). Its that simple!
Programming Audio Station Channeis
Call the satellite and channel of your favorite satellite radio
program. Select the frequency as listed in your local program
guide. All satellite radio broadcasts are on the narrow band.
Press the NAX/ key and check to make sure the Narrow LED is
on. When you are sure your selection is correct press the
Audio preset key. Select the station number you wish to
assign (1 - 99). Write down that information, then press the
Memo key. Whenever you call that audio station number the
UST-9000 will automatically tune to the preprogrammed
radio broadcast you selected.
' Superimposed Graphics
Whenever any key on the remote control is pressed the cur
rent station number, satellite and channel information is dis
played on the lower portion of the TV screen. This feature
allows you to check all programming details to be sure the
correct channel or radio station has been selected. It is also
helpful when using the UST-88 Remote Station. The informa
tion will be displayed as station number (if any); P - 00, satel
Memory Lock
When all the satellite, channel and audio information has
been programmed, the memory function can be locked to
avoid accidental erasure or misprogramming. When the
memory lock is activated, the UST-9000 will not accept any
additional programming command except to turn the Paren
tal Lock feature on or off. The East and West key will move
the antenna only 10 counts for fine tuning. To lock the mem
ory press the Lock key on the front panel. The Lock LED will
light to confirm that the memory is locked. To unlock the
memory, press the Lock key for more than 4 seconds. The
Lock LED will turn off.
Parental Lock
■^he UST-9000 has a special feature which will allow any
.^(Umber of channels on any satellite to be locked out or
blocked from viewing. If you feel that a certain program is not
suitable for viewing you can lock out that channel so that it
cannot be seen. To activate the Parental Lock, call the satellite
lite type and number; F - 1, and the channel number; 00 CH.
If Ku band is used the screen will display only -KU-. After 4
seconds the display will disappear. To recall the display, press
the Call button.
NOTE: The superimposed graphics will not appear on chan
nels that are not actively broadcasting.
and channel that you wish to lock. Press the P.Lock key on
the front panel of the receiver. The P.L LED will light to con
firm that that channel is locked. Whenever that channel is
called it will appear blank on the TV screen and the P.L. LED
will light. You can activate the Parental Lock for a total of 10
channels. To turn the Parental Lock off, call the satellite and
channel, then press the P.LOCK key for more than 4 seconds.
The P.L. LED will go out.
Programming Future Satellites
The UST-9000 is designed to identify all the satellites that are
currently in orbit. In the future there may be new satellites
put into orbit. The UST-9000 has one letter key; -l- and 9
number keys that can be assigned to new satellites. You sim
ply program the satellite position and assign an identification
and number with the -h or Follow the same programming
procedure as you did with the existing satellites.
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Operation
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Now that the antenna is set up and properly operating and
the UST-9000 is programmed with satellite positions and spe
cial channels you are ready to pioneer the new frontiers of
satellite television. With the UST-699 infrared remote in hand
Press the Power Key on the Remote
The UST-9000 will turn on and all the displays will light. The
last satellite and channel previously watched will come on.
You can adjust the volume by pressing the Volume up and
down keys or mute the volume by pressing the Mute key.
Select a Channel
Press 0 - 9 keys to select any of 24 channels on the current
satellite. The selected channel will appear in the channel dis
play and that channel will come on. Press key I and in 2
seconds channel I will appear. Press keys 2 - 2 and channel
22 will appear. Press the channel up or down keys to rapidly
step through each channel.
and a copy of your favorite satellite program guide, try each
of the functions listed below. All operations described belo\#
are accessed by the remote control used with the UST-900*
or the UST-88 Remote Station.
Select the Audio
When a satellite and channel have been called the audio will
come on as Audio 1,6.8 MHz, Mono. This setting is common
for most programming. If your local satellite program guide
indicates a different setting, press the Mode key for Discrete
or Matrix stereo. Press the Narrow key if the guide calls for
narrow band audio. Tune the Audio I frequency to the pre
scribed setting. Tune the Audio 2 frequency to its setting.
Select DNR for clearer audio. Whenever a channel or satellite
is changed, the audio will revert to Audio 1,6.8 MHz, Mono.
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Select a Video Station
Select a Satellite
Open the lid at the top of the remote. Press the Type key until
the letter of the satellite you wish to view appears. Press the
No. key until the satellite number appears. Press the Call key.
The antenna will move to the preprogrammed position for
that satellite. Select the desired channel on that satellite. If
the satellite you selected is not programmed in memory, the
satellite display will revert to the last satellite.
Fine-Tuning the Video
When satellite positions were programmed, the best possible
picture was tuned. There may be times when the signal strays
or natural forces cause the alignment of the antenna to
change. If a certain satellite is consistently bad you may want
to reprogram its setting. If the signal is temporarily off, you
can fine-tune the picture by momentarily pressing the East or
West key. If the picture is still not satisfactory try pressing the
Skew +/- keys on the front panel. The Video Fine key is
primarily used for Ku band reception but may help with some
C band satellites. There may be other factors that affect the
picture quality. See the Helpful Hints section of this guide.
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The UST-9000 has a 99 station memory for video programs.
You can store your favorite channels and access them
calling the station number for that channel. The receiver will
automatically tune to the satellite, channel and audio - ready
to watch. Press the Video key under the lid. Press the channel
keys for the number of the station you wish to call. Press the
call key. The TV screen will display the station number, satel
lite type and number, and the channel.
Select an Audio Station
The UST-9000 also has a 99 station memory for satellite radio
programs. You can store your favorite radio channels and
access them by calling the station number for that channel.
The receiver will automatically tune to the satellite, channel
and audio - ready to enjoy. Press the Audio key under the lid.
Press the channel keys for the number of the station you wish
to call. Press the Call key. The TV screen will display the radio
station number, satellite type and number, and the channel.
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NOTE: If you call a satellite that has not been programmed
the No. display will flash and then return to the previous
satellite.
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Helpful Hints
To make sure you get the most out of satellite television
viewing we offer the following information. The sophisticat
ed engineering required to tune in satellite signals from about
22,000 miles away can be as mysterious as space itself. We
hope that this information will take some of the mystery out
of this technology, making it even more enjoyable for you.
External Interference
The most common cause of interference for a satellite televi
sion system is terrestrial interference. It is caused by local
telephone or data microwave links. If your antenna is located
close to, or In the path of a microwave tower you may experi
ence snowy video, sparkles or a distorted picture. This kind of
interference is usually not constant and may appear to
increase and decrease at different times of the day. Since
telephone traffic is busiest during the daytime you may notice
the most interference during daytime viewing. You may also
notice that this interference occurs only on vertical or hori
zontal channels. On the back of the UST-9000 is a switch
labeled Tl ON/OFF. If you experience terrestrial interference
turn the Tl filter on. If the problem still exists you may need to
relocate your antenna or use more sophisticated filters. Con
tact your Uniden dealer for more information.
Solar Outage
Another cause of interference is the bi-annual solar outage.
Due to the seasonal changes of the earth's axis the satellite
belt moves between the earth and the sun. When the satel
lite belt moves directly between the sun and your antenna,
the satellite transmissions will be overpowered by the natural
radio transmissions of the sun. This kind of satellite eclipse
occurs twice a year around the spring and fall equinox. As the
satellite eclipse approaches you may notice a gradual, daily
increase in interference. It will peak for about 10-30 minutes
with a completely distorted picture. As the eclipse decreases
so will the amount of interference until the picture is back to
clear, normal operation. The degree of interference and th
timing of this phenomenon varies with the satellite, your geo
graphical location and the size of your antenna. Unfortunate
ly the only solution is to tune to a satellite that is east of the
sun's position until it has passed the satellite you were
watching.
Other Sources of Interference
All electrical equipment is susceptible to interference from
other electrical devices. The UST-9000 is an extremly sensitive
unit and may pick up interference from any household appli
ance. If you experience temporary audio or video interference
you should check other equipment in your house. Appliances
such as refrigerators, washers/dryers, microwave ovens,
pumps, power tools, hair dryers, etc. may cause a variety of
annoying interference. Also, radio transmitters such as CBs or
shortwave radios may be a source of interference. Try plug
ging the UST-9000 into another outlet, or isolated circuit.
Check with your Uniden dealer for other ways to control this
type of interference.
Aircraft passing over or near to your antenna may cause
some temporary interference as it blocks or reflects the satel
lite signal. This type of interference is momentary and cannot
be filtered.
Western USA Installation |
If your UST-9000 is installed west of the Rocky Mountains
you will need to reverse the installation of the actuator.
Install the actuator arm on the left side of the antenna and
reverse the -t- and - connections on the back of the UST-
9000 so that the East and West keys operate properly.
Troubleshooting
If your UST-9000 is not performing up to your expectations,
please try the simple steps listed below. If you cannot get
satisfactory results after following these steps, contact your
local Uniden dealer or call the Uniden Customer Service
Center at 1-317-842-2483, 9am - 5pm EST.
NOTE: Over 80% of the problems occurring with satellite
TV systems are related to cable trouble. If you are experienc
ing any problem with your^system, first check all cables and
connections carefully. If the problem still exists try the follow
ing steps.
A. Problem
The indicator lights on the receiver are not working. No vid
eo or audio.
Solution:
1. Check the Power switch to make sure it is on.
2. Check the AC power cord to make sure It is plugged into
an outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
3. Check the main circuit breaker on the back of the unit.
B. Problem
The indicator lights are on but no TV picture or audio.
Solution:
1. Check the power switch on the TV or monitor. Check the
cable between the RF Out connector on the back of the
unit and the VHF In on the TV set. Make sure both con
nections are secured.
2. Check the channel selector on the TV to be sure it is set to
3 or 4 and that the 3/4 switch on the back of the unit is set
to the same number.
3. Check to see if the P.L LED is on. Parental Lock may be
engaged. ,
4. Check another channel on the satellite. The current onfc
may not have any programming.
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5. Check the cable between the I GHz In on the back of the
unit and the I GHz Out on the Low Noise Block Convert-
? er. Make sure the cable is not broken and the connections
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are secure.
6. Check the alignment of the antenna. Press the Scan key
and look for flashes of color on the screen. When video is
evident press the Scan key again to stop on that channel.
Press the East and West key momentarily to align the
antenna for the best picture.
7. If you still do not have a picture press the Scan key and the
East or West to move the antenna to another satellite.
When video flashes on the screen stop the east or west
movement and the channel scan. Tune in the sateliite as
described above.
C. Problem
There are ghost images or wavy lines on the TV screen.
Solution:
1. Check video polarization by pressing the V/H key. Adjust
the Skeyv control by pressing the + or - key.
2. Check the channel fine-tune adjustment on the TV and
the channel selector to make sure it is on 3 or 4. See
problem B2.
3. Fine-tune antenna by pressing East or West key momen
tarily so that satellite position counter changes up to +/-
10 counts.
I
> -i. Check the alignment of the antenna by following the
steps listed in B6 and 87.
5. External interference. See Helpful Hints section about
inteference.
D. Problem
Picture is full of snow or sparkles. Weak picture.
Solution:
1. Follow steps Cl - C5.
2. Check all cables for proper connection.
3. Make sure that the Feedhorn is properly positioned.
Check the Feedhorn instructions.
4. I GHz cable Is too long or improper cable used for length
required. Check cable chart. Check with your Uniden
dealer about a line amplifier.
E. Problem
4. If you are using the Audio Out jacks, check to make sure
cables are properly connected.
F. Problem
The channel number displayed does not correspond to your
program guide. The video is weak or has superimposed
images. The polarity indicated in the program guide does not
correspond to the setting on the receiver.
Solution:
1. Change the polarity by pressing the V/H key.
G. Problem
Antenna will not move. Antenna movement is erratic.
Solution:
1. Check actuator breaker on back of receiver.
2. Actuator improperly installed or binding. Check actuator
installation and antenna mount to make sure nothing is
obstructing movement.
3. Check actuator cable for proper connections at both the
motor and back of receiver.
4. Antenna is too heavy for actuator. Check with your
Uniden dealer about a heavy duty antenna kit.
H. Problem
Remote control will not work; works erratically.
Solution:
I. Weak batteries. Replace with 2 AA size batteries.
2. Remote is not pointed directly at remote window on
receiver.
3. Remote window on receiver blocked. Check and clear any
obstructions.
4. Out of range. Remote will work within 20 feet of receiver
as long as there is nothing between it and the receiver.
The remote will not work through walls, furniture or peo
ple.
I. Problem
Memory programming will not work.
Solution:
1. Memory lock is on. Lock LED is on. Press the Lock key for
more than 4 seconds
Distorted audio or no audio.
Solution:
1. Check volume of receiver and TV. Check Mute control.
2. Check program guide to make sure the correct audio fre
quency is tuned. Press the Audio I keys to tune a different
X^^^requency.
3. Check audio mode and band. Try a different band setting
by pressing the NAX/ key.
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