Winegard RD-9046, RD-8046, RD-9146 User Manual

WINEGARD

®

46 cm Portable Satellite System

Models RD-9046/RD-9146/RD-8046

Antenna Reflector at 90°

Signal from satellite

ANTENNA/MOUNT

MADE IN U.S.A.

U.S. Patents 5,532,710

& 5,646,638

UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY

After unpacking the system, verify that you have a level,
compass (attached to base), and 25 feet of coax. If you
do not, call Winegard Company at 1-800-288-8094
between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. central
time, Monday through Friday.

SAVE THE CARTON. This carton is designed to be
reused to store your system in when not in use.

OPERATION

STEP 1. Connect coax from LNBF to receiver. If

additional cable length is required, use a high grade RG­6/U type foam cable suitable for satellite signal and an
FS-8100 cable splice.

STEP 2. Plug in the receiver and TV.
STEP 3. Turn TV and receiver ON.
STEP 4. Tune TV to ch. 3 or 4 (to the same channel as

the output on the receiver.)

24° look angle

NOTE: Disregard the compass markings, the red
compass needle
base so that the other end of the needle points at the
correct heading (direction) on the antenna base. DO
NOT USE THE DEGREE MARKINGS ON THE
COMPASS.

NOTE: If you have the unit sitting on a tailgate or on
other metal items, it is recommended that you remove
the compass from the base and stand away (15'
min.) to find the correct azimuth. Compass is
attached to base with velcro.

always points North

. Rotate the

STEP 5. Determine azimuth (direction) and elevation

required for your position. Refer to receiver manual.
STEP 6. Loosen clamp knobs. Elevate reflector to the

correct elevation. Align degree of elevation required
with front of the slide bracket. Each mark indicates 5
degrees of elevation with the first mark being 00 (mark
closest to compass/level). See Figures 1 and 2. Tighten
clamp knobs.

STEP 7. Level base using bubble level recessed into
the base.

STEP 8. Using compass recessed into base, rotate
the base
(direction) for the high power satellites. The signal is
digital, you must wait a few seconds after each move to
allow the receiver to process the signal.

slowly

(3o increments) to the desired azimuth

STEP 9. Adjust azimuth (direction) and elevation (up/
down) for strongest signal.

NOTE: If you do not get a picture, check the following:

1. Make sure antenna has clear view of the high
power satellites, no buildings, trees, etc.
blocking the view.

2. Make sure coax connections are good.

3. Check coax for breaks, crimps, cuts etc.

4. If base is not level, you will have to adjust the
elevation to compensate.

5. Check that TV is tuned to correct channel.

CAUTION: DO NOT DROP SYSTEM. IF ANTENNA IS
DAMAGED, IT WILL REDUCE THE GAIN (HOW MUCH
SIGNAL THE ANTENNA SENDS TO THE RECEIVER)
OF THE ANTENNA. THIS CAN RESULT IN A
DEGRADED PICTURE.

Reflector

0 Degrees Elevation
(Next Mark Indicates 50)

FIGURE 1

Reflector Support
Post

Use Front of Slide
Bracket for Proper
Degree of Elevation
Required. Unit shown
at 60o.

40

45

50

55

60

65

75

TOP VIEW

LNBF

Clamp Knobs

Use Front of Slide
Bracket for Proper
Degree of Elevation
Required. Unit shown
at 50o.

Point Towards Satellite

RETURNING ANTENNA TO TRAVEL POSITION

STEP 1. Turn receiver and TV OFF.
STEP 2. Disconnect coax from receiver.
STEP 3. Loosen clamp knobs and put antenna in travel

position. See Figure 3.

STEP 4. Coil coax under base. See Figure 4.

NOTE: The carton the system came in is designed
to be reused. It is suggested that you store your
system in it when not in use.

NOTE: When ready to use antenna again, you must
uncoil the coax before raising antenna. The antenna
will not raise if the coax is coiled up under the base.

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

Coil Coax
Around
Clips

FIGURE 4

How To Hook A Satellite System To A RV Cable Input

MOBILE PRODUCTS & LNBF - TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product 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, IA 52601-2000, Telephone [phone]).

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 (2) 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 return to our factory for repair or replacement. 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 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.

ANTENNA EXPLODED PARTS VIEW

Below is the exploded parts view for the 46 cm portable
satellite system. If you require a replacement part, call
Winegard Company at 1-800-288-8094 between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m central time, Monday
through Friday. Credit card orders only.

(4) 2160230
5/16-18 Hex Nut

RECEIVER WARRANTY

Receiver is warranted by the manufacturer. See

instruction manual packed with receiver for warranty
information. DO NOT SEND receiver to Winegard
Company; it will be returned you. Only Echostar
receivers will be accepted and ONLY from dealers.

2745307
46 cm Reflector, White

(4) 2160361
5/16-18 x 5/8" Flat Head Bolt

2753065
25' Coax
W/Weather Boot

3200156
Weather Boot Only

(2) 2160130
#4 x 1/2 Screw

3721504
Feed Clamp

2200921
Reflector Bracket

(5) 2160027
5/16" Washer

(2) 2745048
Pivot Link

(4) 2160690

0.312 x 0.660
Round Head Pin

(6) 2160696
E-Clip Retainer

2780258
Level

Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood St., Burlington, IA 52601-2000 319/754-0600 FAX [phone] © Winegard Company 1999 2451148 Rev 9/01

2160821
Spring (not shown)

2780257
Compass

(2) 2240021
Rubber Bumper

(2) 2200096
Clamp Knob

3201818
Slide W/Inserts

2160691

0.312 x 2.91
Round Head Pin

2160692

0.312 x 3.36
Round Head Pin

2780161
LNBF

2200904
46 cm Feed
Support Arm

2200816
Base