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®
WINEGARD
TM
Movin’ View
Automatic Digital Satellite Mobile Antenna
Model MV-0500
Made in the U.S.A.
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000
319/754-0600 • FAX 319/754-0787 • www.winegard.com
Printed in U.S.A. © Winegard Company 2002 2451018
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Introduction/How Does Digital Satellite TV Work?
Introduction
Congratulations! You have purchased one of
Winegard’s latest developments in the mobile satellite reception product line —the Movin’ ViewTM.
This system, used with your digital satellite receiver,
will deliver the best reception possible using GPS
(Global Positioning System) and precision gyroscopes.
How Does Digital Satellite
TV Work?
Satellite programming originates from an “uplink”
facility on Earth — the facility receives many signals
from different sources, combines the signals digitally
and transmits to the satellites. The satellites (22,300
miles above Earth) receive the uplink signal, amplify
it and then transmit it back to earth in the
Ku frequency band. This signal
is concentrated and reflected to
the LNBF* located at the “focal
point” of the dish. The LNBF
amplifies and converts the signal to
the 950 to 2050 MHz range. The signal
is then passed through a coaxial cable
to the receiver where individual channel selection and processing take
place.
* Low Noise Block Converter Feed
For Programming information call:
DISH NETWORK
DIRECTV
®
- 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288)
ExpressVu TM 1-888-SKY-DISH (1-888-759-3474)
Your new Winegard RV Digital Satellite System is an easyto-use satellite TV reception system. Because it mounts
on the top of your recreational vehicle, it goes where you
go and provides quality reception of digital satellite signal in the
continental United States only.
DIGITAL BROADCAST SYSTEM
SATELLITE(S)
HIGH POWER KU-BAND
DOWNLINK SIGNAL
TM
- 1-800-333-DISH (1-800-333-3474)
WINEGARD DIGITAL SATELLITE
SYSTEM ANTENNA
UPLINK SIGNAL
PROGRAMMING UPLINK
CONTROL CENTERS
DIRECTV® is an official trademark of DIRECTV, a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corporation.
DISH NetworkTM is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporaton.
TELEVISION
SET
RECEIVER
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Parts Included • Tools Needed • How to Unpack
About this manual —
We hope this manual will provide clear instructions to install and operate the MV-0500.
Two symbols have been used —
Indicates caution should be taken!
!
PARTS INCLUDED:
1 Radome
3 base mounting feet
1 Power switch
2 Wall plates (white & brown)
1 Surface mount bracket
2 Cable clamps
1 Cable entry plate
1 large yellow spade connector
2 small red spade connectors
All required screws and washers
1 base with electronics, dish, dual LNBF
1 tube silicone
TOOLS NEEDED FOR UNPACKING & INSTALLATION:
7/16” open end wrench
Level
Drill w/3/4” bit
1-1/4” hole saw (if mounting switch in wall)
5/16” Socket for roof screws
1/8” Allen wrench
1/2” Open end wrench
Crimping tool for coax connections
Crimping tool for electrical connections
Small blade screw driver
Pliers
Sealant (consult RV manufacturer for proper type for
your roof material)
Indicates suggestions to make
processes easier for you.
UNPACKING THE UNIT
1. Open box and remove packing material.
If using knife to open
!
2. Lift unit out of box vertically. Do not turn box and
“roll” out, or turn upside down to remove.
carton, BE CAREFUL.
Do not cut the dome on
the unit.
USE 2 PEOPLE
when removing the unit
from the carton.
LIFT UNIT STRAIGHT UP
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Installation Diagram
FIGURE 1
LEVELING
SCREW
ADJUSTABLE
BASE FOOT
REFLECTOR
FRONT OF VEHICLE
LEVELING
SCREW
ADJUSTABLE
BASE FOOT
CONTROL
UNIT
GPS ANTENNA
POWER
SUPPLY
LEVELING
SCREW
BACK OF
VEHICLE
4
REAR BASEFOOT
MUST DIRECTLY
FACE REAR OF
VEHICLE
®
HEYCO
CONNECTORS
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Installation
Installing unit on roof of vehicle —
!
IMPORTANT! Do not install this system
in the rain, or under any wet conditions. Moisture
may affect electronics and void your warranty!
1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisition time, park vehicle on a level surface.
2. Select a level spot on your roof for installation.
• The unit should be no more than +/-1° off level.
• Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is
blocking the satellite “line of sight.”
• You will need to decide where the wires will enter
the vehicle. A coax and an 18 gauge power wire
will need to be placed in the vehicle. The power
wire will go to the nearest +12 VDC power source;
the coax will be routed through the demulitplexer to
your satellite receiver. These wires should be hidden.
3. Remove screws holding dome to base and remove
dome. Place dome in safe spot to avoid damage. Place
base on vehicle roof in the location selected.
4. Remove wire ties used for shipping. There are
three; one on each side of the reflector and one at the
the rear of the reflector holding down the counterweight. See Figure 1, page 4.
Install in DRY conditions only!
6. On each foot, screw the flange nut to the base of
the leveling screw on the mounting foot, flange up.
Place rubber washer, with the rubber side up, on
the nut, Figure 2. Push mounting foot under base.
Push foot screw through the base and tighten lock
nut to secure foot to base. Be sure the base feet are
pointing away from the base. Base feet will be removed later during install.
FIGURE 2
LEVELING SCREW
RUBBER WASHER
FLANGE NUT
(FLANGE UP)
MOUNTING
FOOT
7. After selecting location for unit (see step 2),
put the unit on the centerline of the coach.
REAR MOUNTING FOOT MUST FACE
DIRECTLY OFF REAR OF VEHICLE,
Figure 1. There is a 30 foot power cord and 30
foot coax cable going through the Heyco
®
con-
nectors on the base.
Placing the rear base bracket on the centerline,
facing the rear of the vehicle, will center the unit.
5. Determine which programming you will be using.
This will determine how you set your switches.
TM
For DISH Network
set
switches to 119°.
®
For DIRECTV
For ExpressVu
If you have trouble seeing the numbers,
try using a magnifying glass!
set switches to 101°.
TM
set switches 092°.
8. Using the chart,
determine the
minimum distances to
other equipment.
Measure these
distances as
demonstrated in Figure 3.
FIGURE 3
OBSTRUCTION
Obstruction Ht. Unit Clearance
8” ..........................................4”
10” ...................................11.5”
12” ......................................19”
15” ......................................32”
UNIT BASE
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Installation
ROOF INSTALLATION, continued
Place the unit on the roof in its permanent location
9.
and mark around the base bracket, Figure 4. (Make
sure the rear adjustable base foot is directly facing
the back of the coach.)
FIGURE 4
10. Clean roof area where the base feet will be
attached to the roof. Do not erase your marks!
11. Put approved sealant in the area under the base
feet. Place base foot on top of the sealant and
screw down using (2) #10 screws (provided) for
each base foot.
12. Unscrew the locknuts in the base and remove
the base from feet. Put the other (4) #10 screws
into the roof through the remaining holes in the
base feet.
13. After all base brackets are secured to roof, put
sealant on top of foot and screws. Place base on leveling screws located on base feet and install nut and
rubber washer on leveling screw.
FIGURE 5
GPS installation —
The GPS antenna is pre-wired and has a 3 foot cable
running through one of the Heyco
When deciding where to place GPS antenna, DO
NOT SECURE! After wiring the receiver and initializ-
ing your system, you will need to test the system
(“Initializing and replacing dome” on page 8).
Determine location for GPS antenna. It is recommended you place the GPS antenna between unit base
and side edge of vehicle, 90° from rear mounting
bracket, Figure 6.
The recommended location for the GPS antenna is
based on having a level location and a clear view of
the sky. If another location, further from the base, is
desired, loosen the Heyco connector and pull out additional wire in the base. You must re-wrap and re-tie
the GPS cable inside the dome to prevent interference with the LNBF. Failure to do so will result in
malfunction! Tighten Heyco connectors when done.
IMPORTANT! The GPS must be located away from
obstructions on roof of vehicle and other obstructions
such as trees, tall buildings, etc. You must have a
clear view of the sky for proper operation.
FIGURE 6
FRONT OF VEHICLE
®
connectors.
LEVELING
SCREW/FLANGE
2345678901234567890123456789012
2345678901234567890123456789012
BASE EXTERIOR
2345678901234567890123456789012
2345678901234567890123456789012
FOOT
14. Leveling the base is done by tightening or loosening the flange nut under the base, Figure 5.
Use an electronic level to adjust base so there is no
more than +/- 1° off level in all directions. Place
level on base of unit if possible. (If your level will not
fit inside the base plate, place on outside edge.) Level
front to back and side to side. Raise and lower by adjusting flange nut under base. After leveling base,
secure inside base with rubber washer, rubber side
down toward base, and lock nut.
GPS
ANTENNA
®
HEYCO
CONNECTORS
REAR BASE FOOT
MUST DIRECTLY FACE
REAR OF VEHICLE
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Installation • Wiring
Cable entry installation —
1. Decide the best location for the cables to enter the
vehicle, and the location of the switch and receiver
(see “Installing the switch and receiver” below.) Drill
a 1/2” hole in the roof, push wires inside. Make
proper connections (remember you must have fil-
tered +12 VDC power source).
2. Place cable-entry plate over hole and cables. Screw
in place. Seal plate and screw holes with approved
sealant (not included).
FIGURE 7
CABLEENTRY
PLATE
3. Depending on the length of the cable on the roof,
you may need to use cable clamps or wire ties (not
provided) between the unit and your cable-entry plate.
Clamping the cable every 12”-16” should eliminate
any unnecessary cable movement, Figure 7.
CABLE CLAMP EVERY12”-16”
INSTALLATION
1. Decide the location of the power on/off switch.
Be sure the switch is turned off before you begin!
See diagram below.
Wall or panel mount: Drill 1-1/4” hole, pull wires
through wall or panel.
Surface mount: Determine location and direction of
box. Mount box feed wire into one of the box open
ings.
Select plate cover (brown or white provided) and snap
the rocker switch into the switch plate. Be sure switch is
off!
2. Connect +12 VDC power from vehicle, using red
spade connector, to isolated spade on switch.
3. Connect red power wire from MV-0500 using red
spade connector to center spade on switch.
4. Connect vehicle ground and black ground wire,
using yellow spade connector, to silver spade on
switch.
FIGURE 8
INSTALLING THE POWER SWITCH DIAGRAM
ON/OFF ROCKER
WITH LIGHT
(SHOWN IN OFF
POSITION.)
STEP 4
TWO BLACK GROUND WIRES
1 FROM VEHICLE
1 FROM MV-0500
STEP 3
MV-0500
RED POWER
WIRE
STEP 2
FILTERED
+12 VDC
FROM
VEHICLE
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Installation • Wiring
Connecting the receiver —
Connecting one receiver
1. Connect the coax cable from the MV-0500 to the
“SATELLITE IN” on the receiver.
WIRING ONE RECEIVER
SATELLITE IN
SAT RECEIVER
Connecting two receivers
1. Connect the coax cable coming from the MV-0500
to the “ SATELLITE IN” input on the primary receiver. The primary receiver is the reciever used most
often.
2. Run a second cable through the empty Heyco opening and connect to the ground block-type feed through
and connect the other end of this cable to “Satellite
IN” input on the second receiver.
WIRING TWO RECEIVERS
SATELLITE IN
SAT RECEIVER
Initializing & replacing the dome after
connecting the receiver(s) —
1. Be sure vehicle is in a location free of all obstructions and with a clear view of the satellite.
2. DO NOT MOVE VEHICLE during the first initialization. Power up unit, turn on receiver. FOR THE
FIRST TIME ONLY, the unit may take up to 10 minutes to initially find the satellite signal. The GPS is
also initializing at this time. After the GPS initializes,
the unit will begin searching for the correct satellite.
3. If the GPS does not initialize at this time, turn off
the unit. You may need to move the GPS antenna to a
different location on your roof. After you move the
GPS, DO NOT SECURE TO ROOF.
4. TEST YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE SECURING
THE GPS ANTENNA. Make sure the TV/receiver
have the correct satellite.
5. After the correct satellite has been found, secure
GPS antenna by removing adhesive backing and securing to roof.
6. Install dome. NOTE: After Heyco conmectors are
tightened, apply bead of silicone around the connec-
tor where the exterior hex nut touches the base and
around the cables where they enter the Heyco on the
exterior of the unit. See drawing below. If second
receiver is not used, apply silicone to seal center hole
of third Heyco. See drawing below.
HEYCO CONNECTOR
SATELLITE IN
SAT RECEIVER
GROUND BLOCK
CUSTOMER/INSTALLER
PROVIDES COAX
PRIMARY
RECEIVER
USED ONLY WITH
2 RECEIVERS
APPLY SILICONE BEAD
AT BASE OF HEYCO
CONNECTOR
UNIT BASE
APPLY SILICONE BEAD IN
HOLE WHERE COAX ENTERS
8. Before inserting screws on sides of dome, apply
silicone to ENTIRE oval slot in gasket AND to screw
threads, then insert screws and tighten. See drawing.
FILL OVAL
WITH SILICONE
8
FILL SCREW THREADS
WITH SILICONE
BEFORE INSERTING
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Your new MV-0500 features:
• GPS technology
• Fast signal acquisition times
• Easy “one-button” operation
• Ability to toggle between satellites using
remote control, if subscribing to multi satellite programming
To operate your system —
V ehicle must be parked.
1. Turn on receiver and television set. This unit
will not operate unless receiver is on. Be sure
your TV is turned to channel 3 or 4.
2. Turn your +12VDC power switch to ON posi-
tion.
3. Allow up to 3 minutes for signal location. Satellite signal acquisition will occur with normal
operating conditions.
NOTE: Acquisition time will be longer if the vehicle has traveled more than 600 miles without the
unit in use. If you have traveled this distance
without using the unit, signal acquisition may
take up to five minutes.
Operation
• Low maintenance
• Compatible with continental U.S. digital satel
lite receivers
• Winegard warranty
4. If you do not have a signal after three minutes, be
sure there are no obstacles preventing signal acquisition.
(Trees, hill, buildings or other structures can block the
signal.) Move to an open area so your system can “see”
the satellite signal.
To toggle between satellites when subscribing to multi-satellite programming—
The MV-0500 will toggle between two different
satellites. Both DIRECTV and DISH Network
have programming on more than one satellite.
When a channel is selected on the remote control
and it is not located on the satellite the unit is
currently on, the system on the vehicle will automatically move to the new satellite.
DIRECTV programming
1. There is NO SETUP required for DIRECTV.
When you request a channel located on a different satellite, the unit will automatically move to
that satellite.
DISH Network programming
NOTE: This must be a DISH 500 system. These steps
must be done each time the receiver loses 110 VAC
power.
1. Let unit acquire the satellite signal on satellite 119.
2. After signal has been acquired, press the MENU key on
the remote control or receiver.
3. Go into the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
4. Go into the INSTALLATION menu.
5. Go into the MULTI-DISH installation.
6. Scroll down to the CHECK SWITCH button and select.
7. The receiver will verify that you want to perform a
“Check switch.” Select CHECK.
8. The receiver will begin checking your switch by toggling between transponders. When this is completed, a
message stating “satellite reception is verified” will show.
When it does, select OKAY. If this message does not appear, repeat steps 1 - 7.
9. Your system is now set up to toggle between satellites.
It will automatically move to correct satellite when channel is selected.
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Troubleshooting
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SIGNAL:
1. The signal may be blocked by trees, hills or
structures. Pull into an area where no trees or
buildings are in the line of sight from unit to the
satellites.
2. Check your +12 VDC power switch. Make
sure it is in the ON position.
3. Check your connections. The receiver must
be connected to the power and coax connected
from receiver to the satellite dish.
4. Check your power supply. The +12 VDC
power supply must be hooked up. Check for +12
VDC on the roof at the connector.
5. Is the rear adjustable base bracket facing the
rear of the vehicle? See Figure 1, page 4.
6. Loss of signal may also be caused by snow on
roof of vehicle.
NOTE: The power rocker switch must be ON for
the next steps. Voltage must be +12 VDC, except at the
LNBF, see Figure 9, page 11.
6. To check voltage at connections, see Figure 9 on
page 11. FOLLOW THE NUMERICAL SEQUENCE
ON THE DRAWING AND CHECK VOLTAGE AT:
#1. Power Supply.
#2. LNBF voltage. Disconnect the coax cable from
the LNBF. Check voltage from the middle wire to
the shield. There should be +12 to +19 VDC. If no
voltage is present, make sure receiver is on and
check for +12 to +19 VDC at ends of gray coax
cable (remove at box junction).
#3. ‘Mini-cable’ connection voltage at Control Box.
#4. Coax cable at Control Box going to
Heyco connector.
7. Are the rotary dip switches in the correct position (101
or 119 or 092)?
8. If the unit still does not have a signal, power off and
power back on.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Signal strength screen meter shows some
signal strength, but constantly moves up and
down, and is never locked on satellite.
Unit continues to move, but never finds any signal.
The unit continues to move and the signal strength
screen shows that it is finding the satellites, but will
never lock onto any satellite. Continues to search.
The unit moves around in circles, then points off
the front of the coach.
Check your power voltage. You may have dirty
power. You must have a minimum of +12 VDC.
Make sure receiver is on and connected properly.
Check rotary dip switches for correct setting. (i.e.
DISH network 119°, DIRECTV 101°, etc.).
Be sure the switches are set on the correct numbers —
see page 5, step 5.
The GPS is not acquiring a signal.
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Base Diagram
FIGURE 9
REFLECTOR
FRONT OF VEHICLE
EL MOTOR
CONTROL UNIT
(DETAIL BELOW)
SWITCHES
EL
AZ
CONTROL
UNIT
#2 LNBF
VOLTAGE
GPS ANTENNA
#1 POWER
SUPPLY
AZ MOTOR
BACK OF
VEHICLE
11
TO +12 VDC
POWER SOURCE
CONTROL
UNIT
DETAIL
GROUND
BLOCK
A
TO SECOND
RECEIVER
T
TO RECEIVER
PROGRAMMING
PORT (FACTOR Y USE
ONLY)
EL MOTOR
DO NOT USE
LIMIT SWITCHES
#4 COAX CABLE
AT CONTROL
UNIT GOING TO
HEYCO
#3 CONTROL
UNIT TO LNBF
TO PRIMARY
RECEIVER
8-PIN
POWER
TO LNBF
AZ MOTOR
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Specifications & Warranty
Features and specifications
• One button operation.
• GPS satellite signal acquisition.
• Depending on receiver type, you can access
satellites 119°, 110° or 101°.
• No user input required.
• No data port required for any receiver.
• 30’ power cable and 30’ coaxial cable included.
• Manufactured from sturdy ABS plastic,
UV protected.
• Off-white color compatible with all vehicles.
• Compact size —
32” diameter, 15” height
Weight of unit - 43 lbs.
• Elevation range 17° to 75°;
Shipping weight - 59 lbs.
azimuth +360°. (0 - 720°)
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product (excluding receiver) against any defects in materials or
workmanship within two (2) years from date of purchase. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim
is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (if unknown, please contact Winegard
Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000, telephone 319-754-0600).
Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the defective product at no charge to you. This warranty
covers parts, but does not cover any costs incurred in removal, shipping or reinstallation of the product. This limited
warranty does not apply if the product is damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: misuse, improper
installation, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modification of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard,
usage not in accordance with product instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or
corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain.
The Two Year Warranty is provided on the condition that the equipment is properly delivered with all handling and
freight charges prepaid to your Winegard dealer for repair or return to our factory at the above address. Winegard
dealers will arrange for the replacement or repair and return to you, without charge, the product which failed due to
defective material or workmanship.
WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD
OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any person whether in contract, tort or otherwise, and
Winegard shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damage or commercial loss, or from any other loss or
damage except as set forth above.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, IA 52601 • 319/754-0600 Fax 319/754-0787 • www.winegard.com
Printed in U.S.A. © 2002 Winegard Company 2451018
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