Winegard RD-9946 User Manual

®

WINEGARD

®

Pinnacle RV Digital Satellite System

Model RD-9946

Installation Manual

U.S. Patent No.

5,532,710

WARNING!

BEFORE ATTACHING OR REMOVING ANY CABLE/WIRES ON
BACK OF POSITIONER, UNPLUG UNIT FROM 117 VAC SOURCE.

Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000 • 319/754-0600 © 1999 Winegard Company 2451172 Rev. 5/99

1

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: THIS SYSTEM HAS BEEN ADJUSTED AT THE FACTORY FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.

BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, CONTACT WINEGARD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

(Not applicable to mount and antenna)

Dangerous voltage

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

inside enclosure

Refer to operating, maintenance
and safeguard literature
accompanying unit.

1. All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. All warnings on the appliance and in the oper­ating instructions should be adhered to.

4. All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Unplug this video or audio product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Do not use attachments not recommended by
the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. Do not use this video product near water - for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.

8. If slots, holes and openings are located in the
housing, they are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the video product and
to protect it from overheating. These openings
should never be covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the video product on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
video product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. This video product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.

9. This video product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated in electrical
rating printed on the appliance or power supply.

10A. If the appliance is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) this plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

10B. If the appliance is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground­ing) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

11. Power-supply cord should be routed so that it
is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against it, paying particular

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attention to cord at plug, convenience receptacle
and the point where cord exits from the appliance.

12. If an outside antenna or cable system is con­nected to this video product, be sure system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Proper
method is shown below.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna

³

Ground Clamp

Electrical
Service
Equipment

³

³

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

13. An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When install­ing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

14. For added protection for this video product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unat­tended and unused for long periods of time, un­plug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system.

15. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.

16. Never push objects of any kind into this video
product through openings as they may touch dan­gerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the video product.

³

³

³

³

Ground Clamps

³

Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art. 250, Part N)

Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit

³

(NEC Section 810-21)

³

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)

17. Do not attempt to service this video product
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other haz­ards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per­sonnel.

18. Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is dam­aged.

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the video product.

c. If the video product, except for antenna mounted
preamplifiers and downconverters, has been ex­posed to rain or water.

d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls, when provided, that are covered by
the operating instructions. An improper adjust­ment of other controls may result in damage that
will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the video product to its nor­mal operation.

e. If the video product has been dropped or the
housing has been damaged.

f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change
in performance - this indicates a need for service.

19. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Improper sub­stitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

20. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
product is in proper operating condition.

21. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder
is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Art. 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as possible.

22. This product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the manufac­turer.

23. The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

Table Of Contents

Installation Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 4

Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

RD-9901 Remote Wall Plate Control Installation (optional) ................................................................................. 14

RD-9911 Warning Device Installation (optional) .................................................................................................. 15

Cable Roof-thru Plate Installation ......................................................................................................................... 16

Unpacking/Inventory

After unpacking system verify that no parts have broken, bent etc., and that you
have the following items:

1 Positioner ............................................ 2750225

1 Ignition Wire Harness .......................... 2753254

1 Antenna Support Assembly ................. 2762830

1 Mount Assembly .................................. 2762832

1 Mount Base Assembly ........................ 2762831

1 Antenna/Feed Assembly ..................... 2762833

1 35' Wire Harness ................................. 2753248

4 10-31 Washer ...................................... 2160349

4 10-32 x 1-1/8" Hex Head Screw .......... 2160170

4 Black Cable Ties ................................. 2190105

1 13 Pin Connector................................. 2340149

1 FS-8100 Male to Male F-connector .... 2360060

1 18" RG-6 Coax Cable w/connectors ... 2753059

1 3 oz. Silicone Sealant .......................... 2460007

1 Dual cable roof-thru plate .................... 3200159

10 #10 x 1" Screw .................................... 2160178

FCC PART 15 STATEMENTS

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Winegard Company
may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Installation Requirements

To install the Winegard Pinnacle® RV Satellite System, Model RD-9946, you
will need the following:

A. An area on the RV/coach large enough to allow free movement of the

B. A roof plan of your RV/coach showing the rib locations. This is required

C. You must level your RV/coach before you proceed to install the

antenna/mount. See Figures 1, 2 and 3 for mount/antenna clearance.

If you do not have an area large enough, you can build up the mount
so that it will clear ALL obstructions.

so that you may anchor the mount securely. Figure 4 shows bolt hole
pattern and size.

mount. This is required to properly level the mount on the roof.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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Figure 4

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Installation

NOTE: If your RV/coach has been prewired for the Winegard Pinnacle RV
Satellite System, RD-9946 proceed to step 2.

1. Your RV/coach design (i.e. flat roof, rounded roof, obstructions, etc.) will

determine how and where you mount the system. You have two options for
running the control cable; Option A: Run the cable straight down from the mount
(see Figure 5) or Option B (see page 15, cable roof-thru plate installation): Snap
the knockouts on the base and run the cable to a different entry point
(refrigerator vent, etc.)*. Figure 6 shows the knock out location on the base..

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2. After determining how you want to run the control cable, you are ready to
attach the mount base to the roof. Make sure the location you choose has
adequate clearances; review Figures 1, 2 and 3. Figure 4 shows bolt hole
pattern.

3. Attach mount base to roof (DO NOT BEND MOUNT BASE!). Remember
to caulk all mounting holes and cable entry, see Figure 7. If running cable out
through knockouts secure cable against whipping.

4. Make cable connections from 35' cable to mount assembly. Use FS-8100
to make coax connection. Use electrical tape to seal connections (Scotch®
33+ or 88 electrical tape is recommended). See Figure 7.

Seal connections from point
to point indicated

Figure 7

Mount Assembly

(2) 10-32 x 5/8"
Hex Head
Screw

(2) 10-32
Washer

Use FS-8100 connector to
connect coax cables

5. Set mount assy. onto the mount base, making sure to coil cables under

mount base. Make cables do not make contact with the azmuth limit switches
on the bottom of the mount assembly, Figure 9. Rotate mount assembly.
counterclockwise to lock mount onto mount base. Secure mount assy. to
mount base using screws provided. See Figure 8.

Set mount assy. onto the
mount base and rotate so
that it locks into place.
Secure mount assy. to
mount base with screws
provided.

Point to front of
vehicle

DO NOT CAULK
MOUNT BASE
RING

Figure 8

Mount Base

Antenna Support

Caulk all mounting holes
and cable entry.

Coil cables under mount
base. Make sure cables do

not make contact with the
limit switches on the bottom
of the mount assenbly.

Antenna Support mounting
hole(s) 1/4" dia.

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Azmuth Limit Switches

Azmuth Spring

Figure 9

8

During installation make sure
these cables DO NOT come into
contact with the azmuth spring of
limit switches.

Antenna/Feed
Assembly

6. Attach coax cable from antenna assy. to jack on mount, see Figure 10.
Make sure to feed coax cable under the shaft. Slide weather boot over boot

collar.

7. Attach antenna/feed assembly to mount with (2) 10-32 x 1-1/8" screws and
washers provided, see Figure 10. (Torque: 6 ft. lbs.)

(2) 10-32 x 1/1/8"
Hex Head Screw

(2) 10-32 Washers

Mount Assembly

Figure 10

Feed coax under shaft.

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13 Pin Connector

8. After feeding cable to where you are going to install the positioner, strip

3/8" insulation off all wires in the 13 cable bundle.

9. Attach wires as shown in Figure 11 to the 13 pin connector supplied.
Double check that wires will not pull out and that wire colors are correct.

NOTE: The first color is the primary color of the wire. Example; Red/
White, means that the wire is red with a white stripe.

Screws used to
secure connector
to positioner.

Green/Black

Figure 11

Red/Black

Red/White

Green

Red

Black

Orange

Blue

White

Black/White

Orange/Black

White/Black

Blue/Black

10. You are now ready to connect the mount to the positioner and the

positioner to the receiver, see Figures 12 and 13. Make sure there is adequate
ventilation. The positioner and the receiver produce heat.

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NOTE: When connecting the 13 pin connector to the rear of positioner
make sure to secure connector to positioner using the screws on the
connector.

CAUTION
DO NOT CONNECT EITHER THE POSITIONER OR RECEIVER TO AC
POWER UNTIL ALL CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE. BOTH UNITS
ARE ON AS SOON AS THEY ARE CONNECTED TO POWER.

Connect 75 ohm coaxial

cable to SATELLITE IN

jack on receiver.

TO

RECEIVER

13 BLUE/BLACK

12 WHITE/BLACK

11 ORANGE/BLACK

10 BLACK/WHITE

9 WHITE

8 BLUE

7 ORANGE

6 BLACK

5 RED

4 GREEN

3 RED/WHITE

2 RED/BLACK

1 GREEN/BLACK

TO

ANTENNA

Connect 75 ohm coaxial

cable from antenna.

Connect 13 pin connector

here, makeing sure wire

colors match. Secure

connector to positioner

with screws molded into

connector.

Optional RD-9901 Remote

Control Wall Plate. Connected

by 25' telephone-type wire with

modular plug-in connections.

PANEL

REMOTE

CONTROL

WINEGARD

P/N:2750225

120 VAC 60 Hz

100 WATTS MAX

IGN

46 CM 60CM

.

After all other

connections are made

connect AC power

cord to 120 VAC outlet

Make sure switch is in

the 46CM position.

Switch removed 2/23/98.

Figure 12

Connect to ignition +12 VDC.

Connect to vehicle ground.

GOLD

SILVER

This connection is optional. If used

antenna will be put into travel position

whenever the ignition is turned ON and

there is AC power to the positioner.

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WARNING

INDICATOR

Optional RD-9911 Warning

Device Refer to Figure 15,

Page 14 for operation and

installation.

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SENSAR® TV
ANTENNA

RECEIVER

Figure 13

Antenna In

Satellite In

CH 3/4 OUT

POSITIONER

To Receiver

Control Wires

To Antenna

TV SET

VCR

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NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

11. Plug positioner into AC receptacle.

12. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until you get Park displayed on positioner

display. See Figure 14.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

PINNACLE

by WINEGARD

POSITIONER

Figure 14

SELECT A

SELECT B

SELECT A

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Park on
screen

Park
Move to Last Sat

Model RD-9900

13. Press [SELECT A or B] Park to put antenna into park (travel) position. See
Figure 14. The positioner will display Collapsing System while antenna is
moving to travel position.

14. Verify that antenna is in the travel position (see Figures 2 and 3) when
Collapsing System is replaced with normal menu, Figure 15.

PINNACLE

by WINEGARD

Figure 15

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Search DSS
Park

Model RD-9900

You are now ready to enjoy satellite TV! Refer to Operation Manual on
how to acquire the satellite signal.

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RD-9901 Remote Control Wall Plate Installation

To install the optional RD-9901, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the 25' telephone cord to the REMOTE CONTROL PANEL plug
on rear of positioner. See Figure 16.

NOTE: The RD-9901 will fit into a standard electrical outlet box.

2. Connect other end of telephone cord to plug on side of RD-9901. See

Figure 16.

3. Secure RD-9901 with screws provided.

NOTE: Refer to Operation Manual on how to operate the RD-9901.

Positioner Rear Panel

REMOTE

CONTROL

PANEL

RD-9901 Remote Control
Wall Plate

Figure 16

25' Telephone Cord

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RD-9911 Warning Device Installation/Operation

To install the Warning Device, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the gold colored wire of the warning device wire harness to ignition
+12 VDC (there is only +12 VDC present when ignition is turned ON) See
Figure 17.

2. Connect the silver colored wire to vehicle ground. See Figure 17.

3. Connect other end of wire (end with molded plug) to warning device. See

Figure 17.

4. Insert the two "AA" batteries into the warning device.

5. Connect the single RCA cable to the WARNING INDICATOR jack on

positioner (see Figure 11). Connect the other end to the warning device. See
Figure 17.

NOTE: It is recommended that you place the warning device where it will
be visible when you start your vehicle. There is no buzzer, only lights in
the device. Velcro is provided to help in the placement of the device.

Operation: A red light indicates that the system is still in the raised
position and not ready for travel. Red light goes off when in down
position. A yellow light comes on when battery is low. Lights only come
on when +12 VDC is applied to warning device.

Install two "AA"
batteries provided

Positioner Rear Panel

WARNING

INDICATOR

RCA cable

Warning Device

SILVER

GOLD

Connect to vehicle ground

Connect to ignition +12 VDC

Figure 17

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Cable Roof-thru Plate Installation

If your going to use option B for you cable entry in to your RV/coach proceed
to step 1.

1. To install the cable roof-thru plate make sure that you have the following:

QTY Description Part # Use

1 3 oz. Silicone Sealant 2460007 Used to seal cable entry plates
1 Dual cable roof-thru plate 3200159 Seal dual cable entry

10 #10 x 1" Screw 2160178 Attach cable entry plate(s) to

3. Apply silicone sealant under lip of roof-thru plate and where cable enters
roof. See Figure 18.

4. Attach plate to roof with screws provided. See Figure 18.

5. Apply silicone sealant over screws and around edge of roof-thru plate,

making sure cable entry is sealed.

roof

#10 x 1" Screws

Apply silicone under lip and
cable roof hole

Dual roof
thru plate

Control cable and coax for
mount.

Make sure cable

entry is sealed

Figure 18

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MUST PERFORM!

READ BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH SYSTEM

INSTALLATION OR OPERATION

RECEIVER & POSITIONER
When plugged in, the receiver & positioner are ON. When connecting or
disconnecting any cables to receiver, positioner, or antenna, be sure to
unplug from power source.

Do not install the receiver and/or positioner where there is no ventilation. The
receiver/positioner must have adequate ventilation. Excessive heat can
cause premature failure of components.

WINEGARD SERVICE DEPARTMENT [phone]

MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, 7:00 - 3:00 PM CENTRAL TIME

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MUST PERFORM!

READ BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH POSITIONER REINSTALLATION.

After positioner reinstallation, you must put the antenna in the park (travel) position.

THIS MUST BE DONE EVEN IF THE ANTENNA IS ALREADY IN THE TRAVEL

POSITION. This is done so the positioner will know the antenna position. If not done,

damage to the antenna may occur and the system will not operate properly. To park

the antenna, refer to Operation Manual.

WINEGARD SERVICE DEPARTMENT [phone]

LOCATING THE SATELLITE

SUGGESTIONS FOR AVOIDING

SATELLITE SIGNAL ACQUISITION ERRORS

With the addition of several new U.S. satellites, your system may
encounter some difficulty locating the correct satellite on the first
attempt.

To reduce searching errors, it is recommended that you use the
"ENTER ELEVATION" Search method on the Winegard Automatic
Positioner. Refer to Pg. 9 in the Operation section of this manual.

Elevation can be acquired by entering your local ZIP code in the
Receiver Set-up Menu. Once you find the correct elevation, subtract
3 degrees and enter this number. Example: If you are in an area that
requires 41 degrees elevation, enter 38 degrees in the Elevation
Search method.

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®

WINEGARD

®

Pinnacle RV Digital Satellite System

Models RD-9946

Operation Manual

U.S. Patent No.

5,532,710

WARNING!

BEFORE ATTACHING OR REMOVING ANY CABLE/WIRES ON
BACK OF POSITIONER, UNPLUG UNIT FROM 117 VAC SOURCE.

Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000 • 319/754-0600 © 1998 Winegard Company 2451172 Rev. 9/98

20

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: THIS SYSTEM HAS BEEN ADJUSTED AT THE FACTORY FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.

BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, CONTACT WINEGARD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

(Not applicable to mount and antenna)

Dangerous voltage

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

inside enclosure

Refer to operating, maintenance
and safeguard literature
accompanying unit.

1. All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. All warnings on the appliance and in the oper­ating instructions should be adhered to.

4. All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Unplug this video or audio product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Do not use attachments not recommended by
the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. Do not use this video product near water - for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.

8. If slots, holes and openings are located in the
housing, they are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the video product and
to protect it from overheating. These openings
should never be covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the video product on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
video product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. This video product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.

9. This video product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated in electrical
rating printed on the appliance or power supply.

10A. If the appliance is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) this plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

10B. If the appliance is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground­ing) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

11. Power-supply cord should be routed so that it
is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against it, paying particular

attention to cord at plug, convenience receptacle
and the point where cord exits from the appliance.

12. If an outside antenna or cable system is con­nected to this video product, be sure system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Proper
method is shown below.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna

³

Ground Clamp

Electrical
Service
Equipment

³

³

³

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

13. An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When install­ing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

14. For added protection for this video product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unat­tended and unused for long periods of time, un­plug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system.

15. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.

16. Never push objects of any kind into this video
product through openings as they may touch dan­gerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the video product.

³

³

³

³

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art. 250, Part N)

Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit

³

(NEC Section 810-21)

³

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)

17. Do not attempt to service this video product
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other haz­ards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per­sonnel.

18. Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is dam­aged.

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the video product.

c. If the video product, except for antenna mounted
preamplifiers and downconverters, has been ex­posed to rain or water.

d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls, when provided, that are covered by
the operating instructions. An improper adjust­ment of other controls may result in damage that
will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the video product to its nor­mal operation.

e. If the video product has been dropped or the
housing has been damaged.

f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change
in performance - this indicates a need for service.

19. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Improper sub­stitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

20. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
product is in proper operating condition.

21. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder
is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Art. 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as possible.

22. This product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the manufac­turer.

23. The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 4

System Operation (Finding the digital satellite system satellite(s) ................................................................. 5

Using the City Menu ............................................................................................................................ 5

Entering Elevation Angle ..................................................................................................................... 9

Entering Latitude & Longitude........................................................................................................... 11

Putting Antenna in Park Position ................................................................................................................... 14

Move to Last Satellite .................................................................................................................................... 15

Manual Movement ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Edit Menu ....................................................................................................................................................... 18

Select Search Satellite ...................................................................................................................... 19

Add/Edit Search Satellite .................................................................................................................. 20

Set Motor Positions ........................................................................................................................... 22

Test Functions ................................................................................................................................... 22

Return to Defaults ............................................................................................................................. 22

System Information ........................................................................................................................... 22

Remote Control Panel Operation .................................................................................................................. 23

Search for Satellite ............................................................................................................................ 23

Parking the Antenna .......................................................................................................................... 24

Latitude and Longitude Map .......................................................................................................................... 25

Positioner Controls & Indicators ............................................................................................................... 26-27

Programmed City Locations .......................................................................................................................... 28

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 29

Warranty Information ..................................................................................................................................... 29

FCC PART 15 STATEMENTS

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Winegard Company may void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Rev. 6/97

INTRODUCTION / HOW DOES DIGITAL SATELLITE TV WORK?

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to a new era in RV Satellite reception. A
combination of the latest computer and microprocessor
technology makes the Winegard Pinnacle® satellite
positioner and your digital satellite system receiver the
easiest to operate. A simple button stroke will
automatically direct the antenna to the satellite.

HOW DOES DIGITAL SATELLITE
SYSTEM TV WORK?

Satellite programming originates from an “uplink” facility.
The DBS satellites receive the uplink signal, amplify it
and then transmit it back to earth in the Ku frequency
band.

This signal is received by a satellite antenna whose
shape reflects and concentrates the signal to the LNBF
attached to the antenna. The LNBF is located at the
“focal point” of signal reflection, that is, the point at which
the maximum amount of signal is effectively
concentrated. The LNBF amplifies and converts the
signal to the 950 to 1450 MHz range. The signal is then
passed thru a coaxial cable to the positioner, then to the
receiver where individual channel selection and
processing take place.

For Programming information call:
DISH NETWORK - 1-800-333-3474

®

DSS

DIRECTV - 1-800-347-3288
USSB - 1-800-204-8772

DIGITAL BROADCAST
SYSTEM SATELLITE(S)

HIGH POWER KU-BAND
DOWNLINK SIGNAL

UPLINK SIGNAL

PROGRAMMING UPLINK
CONTROL CENTERS

WINEGARD AUTOMATIC
DIGITAL SATELLITE
SYSTEM ANTENNA

WINEGARD
SENSAR® ANTENNA

RECEIVER

POSITIONER

TV

DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc. a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation

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SYSTEM OPERATION (FINDING THE SATELLITE(S)

Your new Winegard RV Digital Satellite System is an easy-to-install, easy-to­use 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.

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

One requirement must be met to fully enjoy automatic system TV viewing.
The RV must be reasonably level. Any of the leveling indicators available
should be adequate for this purpose. If the RV is not leveled, the system
may not find the high power satellites.

After the RV has been leveled, proceed as follows:

Finding the Satellite
Method 1:
Using the City Menu

NOTE: SELECT A chooses
top option, SELECT B
chooses bottom option.

2. Press SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

There are three ways to find the satellite(s). Using the city menu to find the
closest city, entering the elevation angle for your location or entering the
latitude and longitude for your location. Each is explained in the following
paragraphs.

1. Turn TV ON and tune to channel 3 or 4 (output channel of receiver).

2. Press [POWER] on receiver remote to turn satellite receiver on.

3. On positioner press [UP/DOWN] arrow button until Search DSS appears
on the positioner screen, Figure 1. If you want to search for a different satellite
refer to Edit Menu on page 18 to change search satellites.

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow buttons to get Search DSS on screen

SELECT A

Search DSS
Park

Model RD-9900

Figure 1

3. Press SELECT A

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 2

SELECT A

SELECT B

4. Press [SELECT A] to enter the search function, Figure 1. (Press [SELECT
B] if Search DSS is bottom option on screen.

5. Press [SELECT A] Select a City, Figure 2. There is a list of 125 cities in
the continental Untied States stored in the positioner memory. See Programmed
City Locations, page 28.

Select a City
Enter Elevation

Model RD-9900

Rev. 6/97

6. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow buttons to scroll cities, Figure 3. The cities are
listed alphabetically by state. Pressing the [RIGHT] arrow button will scroll the
list to the first entry of the next state. Pressing the [LEFT] arrow button will
scroll the list to the last entry of the previous state.

5. Press SELECT A or B
for the nearest city

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 3

6. Press SELECT A

SELECT A

SELECT B

4. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to scroll through
City list

Press RIGHT arrow button
to scroll list to the first entry
of the next state

BURLINGTON IA
SOIUX CITY IA

Model RD-9900

Press LEFT arrow button to scroll list to the last
entry of the previous state

7. Press [SELECT A or B] once you have scrolled to the closest city to your
location, Figure 3.

8. Press [SELECT A] Start Search, Figure 4. This will begin the search for
satellite operation. If you selected the wrong city press [SELECT B] Quit, this
will return you to step 3. Repeat 3 through 7 to select the correct city.

SELECT A

SELECT B

Start Search
Quit

PINNACLE

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Figure 4

Positioner is calculating correct elevation angle for antenna

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

NOTE: When the system starts searching for the satellite, the following
messages will be displayed on the positioner screen. No input is
required.

Calculating . . .

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Figure 5

25

Positioner is setting appropriate detector level (amount of signal
required)

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 6

Positioner is moving antenna to start position

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 7

Setting Detector

Model RD-9900

Moving to Start

Model RD-9900

System is now searching for satellite

SELECT A

SELECT B

Searching (350)

Level = 238

PINNACLE

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Figure 8

System has found the satellite and is fine tuning antenna position

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Fine Tuning

Azimuth

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

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Figure 9

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System has found a satellite and is fine tuning the signal

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 10

9. Verify that system has found correct satellite (you will see a picture). Since
DBS services use a digital signal and the satellites are only separated by 9o,
the system can find the wrong satellite. Press [SELECT A] if correct satellite
was found, Figure 11. You are now ready to watch satellite TV! If the wrong
satellite was found, press [SELECT B] to continue the search.

If no satellite is found the message Satellite Not Found, Press Any Button,
will be displayed by the positioner. Press any button to return to the menu
shown in Figure 1, page 4.

7. Press SELECT A if correct satellite was found

SELECT A

Fine Tuning

Elevation

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PINNACLE

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Figure 11

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Correct Satellite
Continue Search

Press SELECT B if correct satellite was not found

NOTE: If after two (2) tries you still get "Satellite Not Found" check that:

1. The antenna has a clear view of the satellite(s), no trees,
buildings, etc. blocking the view. The satellite signal will not pass
through solid objects.

2. Your receiver is turned ON.

3. The positioner is connected to the receiver correctly, refer to
Installation Manual.

If after checking the above, you still do not find a satellite refer to the
Troubleshooting Manual.

Model RD-9900

Rev. 2/97

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Finding the Satellite
Method 2:
Entering the Elevation

NOTE: SELECT A chooses
top option, SELECT B
chooses bottom option.

One requirement must be met to fully enjoy automatic system TV viewing.
The RV must be reasonably level. Any of the leveling indicators available
should be adequate for this purpose. If the RV is not leveled, the system
may not find the high power satellites.

After the RV has been leveled, proceed as follows:

To find the satellite by entering the elevation angle for your location, proceed
as follows:

1. Turn TV ON and tune to channel 3 or 4 (output channel of receiver).

2. Press [POWER] on receiver remote to turn satellite receiver on. Determine
correct elevation angle by entering the ZIP code for your location into receiver
(refer to receiver manual).

3. On the positioner press [UP/DOWN] arrow button until Search DSS
appears on the positioner screen, Figure 12.

2. Press SELECT A

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POSITIONER

Figure 12

3. Press SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Search DSS
on screen

Search DSS
Park

Model RD-9900

4. Press [SELECT A] to enter the search function, Figure 12. (Press
[SELECT B] if Search DSS is bottom option on screen.

5. Press [SELECT B] Enter elevation, Figure 13.

PINNACLE

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Figure 13

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POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Select a City
Enter Elevation

Model RD-9900

5. Press [ARROW BUTTONS] to enter correct elevation, Figure 14.

5. Press SELECT A

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 14

6. Press SELECT A

4. Press UP arrow button to
increase elevation by 1
increments

SELECT A

SELECT B

El Angle = 45

4. Press LEFT arrow button to decrease
elevation by 5o increments

6. Press [SELECT A] Start Search, Figure 15. This will begin the search for
the satellite. If you selected the wrong elevation, press [SELECT B] Quit, this
will return you to step 3. Repeat 3 through 5 to select the correct elevation.

SELECT A

4. Press RIGHT arrow

o

button to increase elevation
by 5o increments

Model RD-9900

4. Press DOWN arrow button to
decrease elevation by 1o increments

SELECT B

Start Search
Quit

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Figure 15

7. Press SELECT A if correct satellite was found

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

7. Verify that system has found correct satellite (you will get a picture). Since
the DBS services use a digital signal and the satellites are only separated by
9o, the system can find the wrong satellite. Press [SELECT A] if correct
satellite was found, Figure 16. You are now ready to watch satellite TV! If the
wrong satellite was found, press [SELECT B] to continue the search.

If no satellite was found, the message Satellite Not Found, Press Any
Button, will be displayed by the positioner. Press any button to return to the
menu shown in Figure 12, page 9.

Correct Satellite
Continue Search

Model RD-9900

PINNACLE

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Figure 16

POSITIONER

Press SELECT B if correct satellite was not found

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Finding the Satellite
Method 3:
Entering the Latitude
and Longitude

One requirement must be met to fully enjoy automatic system TV viewing.
The RV must be reasonably level. Any of the leveling indicators available
should be adequate for this purpose. If the RV is not leveled, the system
may not find the high power satellites.

After the RV has been leveled, proceed as follows:

NOTE: SELECT A chooses
top option, SELECT B
chooses bottom option.

2. Press SELECT A

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

NOTE: Winegard does not warrant this system to work outside the
continental United States (latitude 25

o

to 50o, longitude 65o to 125o).

To find the satellite by entering the latitude and longitude for your location
proceed as follows:

1. Turn TV ON and tune to channel 3 or 4 (output channel of receiver).

2. Press [POWER] on receiver remote to turn satellite receiver on.

3. On the positioner press [UP/DOWN] arrow button until Search DSS
appears on the positioner screen, Figure 17.

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow buttons to get
Search DSS on screen

Search DSS
Park

Model RD-9900

Figure 17

4. Press SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 18

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SELECT A

SELECT B

4. Press [SELECT A] to enter the search function, Figure 17. (Press
[SELECT B] if Search DSS is bottom option on screen.

5. Press [UP] arrow button, Figure 18.

3. Press UP arrow button

Enter Elevation
Enter Location

Model RD-9900

6. Press [SELECT B] Enter Location, Figure 18

NOTE: If you do not know your latitude and longitude you can refer to
Figure 40, page 25.

7. Press [ARROW BUTTONS] to display correct latitude, Figure 19.

6. Press SELECT A

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 19

SELECT A

SELECT B

5. Press UP arrow button to
increase latitude by 0.1
increments

o

5. Press RIGHT arrow
button to increase latitude
by 1o increments

Latitude = 40.8

Model RD-9900

5. Press LEFT arrow button
to decrease latitude by 1

o

increments

8. Press [SELECT A] to enter latitude, Figure 19.

9. Press [ARROW BUTTONS] to display correct longitude, Figure 20.

5. Press DOWN arrow
button to decrease latitude

o

by 0.1

increments

8. Press SELECT A

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 20

SELECT A

SELECT B

7. Press UP arrow button to
increase longitude by 0.1
increments

o

7. Press RIGHT arrow
button to increase longitude
by 1o increments

Longitude = 91.1

7. Press LEFT arrow button
to decrease longitude by 1

o

increments

10. Press [SELECT A] to enter longitude, Figure 20.

7. Press DOWN arrow button
to decrease longitude by 0.1
increments

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o

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9. Press SELECT A

11. Press [SELECT A] Start Search, Figure 21. This will begin the search for
the satellite. If you entered the wrong latitude/longitude, press [SELECT B]
Quit, this will return you to step 3. Repeat 3 through 10 to enter the correct
latitude and longitude.

SELECT A

SELECT B

Start Search
Quit

PINNACLE

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Figure 21

10. Press SELECT A if correct satellite was found

POSITIONER

12. Verify that system has found correct satellite (you will get a picture). Since
the DBS services use a digital signal and the satellites are only separated by
9o, the system can find the wrong satellite. Press [SELECT A] if correct
satellite was found, Figure 22, You are now ready to watch satellite TV! If the
wrong satellite was found, press [SELECT B] to continue the search.

If no satellite was found, the message Satellite Not Found, Press Any
Button, will be displayed by the positioner. Press any button to return to the
menu shown in Figure 17, page 11.

SELECT A

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PINNACLE

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Figure 22

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Correct Satellite
Continue Search

Press SELECT B if correct satellite was not found

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PUTTING ANTENNA IN PARK POSITION

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

To put antenna in park (travel) position, proceed as follows:

1. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until you get Park displayed on positioner
display. See Figure 23.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

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POSITIONER

Figure 23

SELECT A

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Park on
screen

Park
Move to Last Sat

Model RD-9900

2. Press [SELECT A or B] Park to put antenna into park (travel) position. You
will get the message Collapsing System while antenna is moving to travel
position.

3. Step out of the RV/coach and verify that antenna is in the travel position
when Collapsing System is replaced with normal menu, Figure 24.

PINNACLE

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Figure 24

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Search DSS
Park

Model RD-9900

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MOVE TO LAST SATELLITE

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

Move to Last Satellite: This function allows you to move the antenna to the last
position that the system found a satellite. This feature is very useful. It allows
you to put the antenna into the travel position and if the RV/coach was not
moved return to watching TV without performing the search function. To move
antenna to the last satellite position, proceed as follows:

1. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until Move to Last Sat is displayed on positioner.
See Figure 25.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT B

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POSITIONER

Figure 25

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Move to Last
Sat on screen

SELECT A

Move to Last Sat
Manual Move

Model RD-9900

2. Press [SELECT A or B] Move to Last Sat, see Figure 25. The positioner
will display the message Moving to Satellite while antenna is moving to last
saved satellite position. When antenna stops moving, the system will acquire
satellite signal (if you have not moved the RV/coach) and you will be watching
TV!

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MANUAL MOVEMENT

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

Manual Movement: This function allows you to manually move the antenna.
This feature is not normally used. Since the satellite signals are digital, once
the system acquires the signal, you cannot improve the picture, only increase
the signal strength. To manually move the antenna, proceed as follows:

NOTE: To manually lower the antenna to the travel position, refer to the
Troubleshooting Manual.

1. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until Manual Move is displayed on positioner.
See Figure 26.

2. Press [SELECT A or B] Manual Move, see Figure 26.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 26

4. Press SELECT A to exit
Manual Move

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Manual Move
on screen

Manual Move
Edit

Model RD-9900

3. Press [ARROW BUTTONS] to move antenna in desired direction/position,
see Figure 27. Figure 28 shows what the various numbers indicate on the
positioner display.

3. Press RIGHT

3. Press UP to raise antenna

to move antenna
to the right

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Figure 27

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Az(3) = XXXXX
El (3) = XXXXX XXX

3. Press LEFT
to move antenna
to the left

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3. Press DOWN
to lower antenna

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Figure 28

Azimuth Stop Condition
(see note)

Az(X) = XXXXX
El (X) = XXXXX XXX

Elevation Stop Condition
(see note)

NOTE: There are five (5) motor stop conditions:

0 - Motor stopped under normal conditions.
1 - Motor stopped because a limit switch was encountered.
2 - Motor stopped because motor count limit was reached.
3 - Motor stopped because s button was pressed on the positioner.
4 - Motor stopped because of elevation/rotation constraints (antenna

was physically stopped by an obstruction or other obstacle).

Under normal conditions the stop conditions will be 0, 1, 2, or 3. If you get
number 4, refer to Troubleshooting section.

Azimuth Count - Numbers changed
according to antenna position

Signal Level - This will vary
according to received signal

Azimuth Count - Numbers changed
according to antenna position

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EDIT MENU

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

This Edit Menu allows you edit/perform the following functions: Select and edit
the search satellite, return system to factory defaults, access the test functions
menu, and display the system type and software version. To access the Edit
Menu, proceed as follows:

1. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until Edit is displayed on positioner. See Figure

29.

2. Press [SELECT A or B] Edit, see Figure 29.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

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POSITIONER

Figure 29

4. Press SELECT A to enter
code

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Manual Move
on screen

Edit
Search DSS

Model RD-9900

3. Press [UP] arrow button until positioner display shows 3000. See
Figure 30.

3. Press UP button until
3000 is displayed

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Figure 30

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Enter Code: 3000

Model RD-9900

4. Press [SELECT A] Enter Code: 3000 to access Edit Menu. See Figure
30

NOTE: To exit Edit Menu, press [DOWN] arrow key, then [SELECT B] Quit
to exit Edit Menu.

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Select Search Satellite

1. Press SELECT A

SELECT A

The Select Search Satellite allows you to perform the following: Select which
DBS satellite the system will search for, or edit the satellite name and position.

To change the search satellite, proceed as follows:

1. Press [SELECT A] Select Search Sat, see Figure 31.

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Figure 31

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

Select Search Sat
Set Motor Positions

Model RD-9900

2. The display will show the current search satellite (factory default is the
DSS® satellite(s) at 101.0 orbital position). Press [UP] arrow to scroll to next
satellite, Figure 32.

2. Press UP arrow key to
scroll to next satellite

DSS 101.0
Edit

Model RD-9900

Figure 32

3. Press SELECT A

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 33

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SELECT A

SELECT B

3. If you want to search for EchoStar® Dish NetworkTM satellite, press [SELECT
A] to enter this satellite into the positioner memory as the search satellite, Figure

33. If this not the satellite you want to search for, press [UP] arrow key until you
get the satellite you want, then press [SELECT A]. If the satellite you want is
not in the positioner memory, proceed to Add/Edit Search Satellite, page 20.

ECHOSTAR 119.0
Edit

Model RD-9900

Add/Edit Search Satellite

If you cannot find the search satellite you want, you must add it to the positioner
memory. To add/change the search satellite proceed as follows:

1. Perform steps 1 through 4 page 18 if you are not in the Edit Menu.

1. Press SELECT A

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POSITIONER

Figure 34

3. Press SELECT B Edit

SELECT A

SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

2. Press [SELECT A] Select Search Sat, see Figure 34.

Select Search Sat
Set Motor Positions

Model RD-9900

2. The display will show the current search satellite (factory default is the DSS
satellite(s) at 101.0 orbital position). Press [UP] arrow to scroll to Inactive,
Figure 35.

2. Press UP arrow key to
scroll to Inactive

Inactive
Edit

PINNACLE

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Figure 35

No more than eight (8)
characters for satellite name

PINNACLE

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Figure 36

POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

3. Press [SELECT B] to access edit menu. See Figure 35.

4. Use the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys to enter the satellite name.
The satellite name cannot be longer than eight (8) characters. See Figure 36.

4. Press UP arrow key to
scroll to next character/
number

4. Press RIGHT arrow key to
scroll to next character
position

XXXXXXXX 0.0
Quit

4. Press LEFT arrow key to scroll
to previous character position

4. Press DOWN arrow key to scroll to
previous character/number

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7. Press SELECT A to enter
satellite into memory

SELECT A

5. After entering satellite name, you must enter satellite location. This is
usually expressed in so many degrees west (ex. the DSS satellites are located

o

at 101

west). Your receiver manual or program provider should tell you the

satellite position. To enter satellite position, press [RIGHT] arrow key until
satellite name is no longer highlighted, see Figure 37. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow
keys to scroll to correct number. Numbers will scroll in .5o increments. If satellite
location is XX.3, scroll number to XX.5. If number is XX.2, scroll number to XX.0.
Valid satellite locations are 60 to 165 degrees.

6. Press [SELECT A] to enter new satellite into positioner memory. See
Figure 37. If you do not want to enter satellite into the memory press [Quit] to
return to previous menu.

5. Press RIGHT arrow key untill
satellite name is no longer
highlighted

6. Press UP/DOWN arrow keys to
enter satellite position

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 37

8. Press SELECT A to enter
new satellite as search
satellite

SELECT A

SELECT B

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POSITIONER

SELECT B

Winegard* 165.0
Quit

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7. Press [SELECT A] again to enter your new satellite as the search satellite.
See figure 38.

Winegard* 165.0
Edit

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Figure 38

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*NOTE: Winegard 165.0 is not a satellite, and is used only as an example.

Set Motor Positions

Set Motor Positions is only used to lower antenna if limit switches have failed.
Refer to troubleshooting section on how this procedure is performed.

Test Functions

Return to Defaults

System Information

Test functions is used to test various components of the system, refer to
troubleshooting section on use.

Return to Defaults is used to return the positioner to factory settings. This
should only be done when instructed to do so by a qualified technician. Refer
to troubleshooting section on use.

System Information is used to determine what mount the positioner is set to
operate and what firmware version is used in the positioner. Refer to
troubleshooting section on use.

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REMOTE PANEL OPERATION

NOTE: All commands will be shown in bold with brackets, example
[SELECT A].

The Remote Panel allows you to "hide" the positioner and still operate the
system from the remote panel. Figure 39 shows the remote panel controls and
operations.

NOTE: Remote Control Panel will not work if the positioner is performing/
accessing any menu. Example: City menu, Manual Movement, Edit Menu,
etc.

Search LED - Lights when

system has found satellite or
when positioner is moving
antenna

Search Button - When pressed
system will search for satellite at
elevation angle entered

Elevation Angle - Indicates
elevation angle

Remote Control Panel

Model RD-9901

Figure 39

Search For Satellite

Park LED - Lights when antenna

is in park position or when
positioner is moving antenna

Park Button - When pressed
positioner will put antenna into
park position

(+)Elevation Push Button(s) -

When pressed increases
number by 1

(-)Elevation Push Button(s) -

When pressed decreases
number by 1

To search for the satellite using the remote control proceed as follows:

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42

1. Turn TV ON and tune to channel 3 or 4 (output channel of receiver).

2. Press [POWER] on receiver remote to turn satellite receiver on. Determine
correct elevation angle by entering your locations ZIP code into receiver (refer
to receiver manual).

3. On remote panel press [+/-] elevation buttons until you have the correct
elevation angle, Figure 39.

4. Press [SEARCH] button to begin search function. Both LED's will light
while antenna is moving. Only the search LED will light when the satellite is
found.

NOTE: If the wrong satellite was found, press [SEARCH] to start the
search routine again.

NOTE: If both LED's go out, the system has not found a satellite. Verify
that you have entered correct angle, and there is a clear view of the
satellite.

Parking the Antenna

To park the antenna from the remote control panel, press [PARK] button. See
Figure 39. Both LED's will light while antenna is moving; only the park LED will
stay on once the antenna is in the park position. To stop the park function,
press [PARK or SEARCH] button.

NOTE: Remote Control Panel will not work if the positioner is performing/
accessing any menu.

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NOTE: The closer you estimate your latitude and longitude the more accurate the system will be. Before using this map try a local airport or city

engineer; they should have the correct latitude & longitude for your location.

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TO

RECEIVER

TO

ANTENNA

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13 BLUE/BLACK

12 WHITE/BLACK

11 ORANGE/BLACK

10 BLACK/WHITE

9 WHITE

8 BLUE

7 ORANGE

6 BLACK

5 RED

4 GREEN

3 RED/WHITE

2 RED/BLACK

1 GREEN/BLACK

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3

PANEL

REMOTE

CONTROL

WINEGARD

P/N:2750255

117 VAC 60Hz

100 WATTS MAX

Figure 41

12

2

SELECT A

SELECT B

13

46 CM 60CM

1

POSITIONER

14

IGN

WARNING

PINNACLE

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INDICATOR

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POSITIONER CONTROLS & INDICATORS

POSITIONER CONTROLS & INDICATORS

Positioner front and back panel wiring and controls.
See Figure 41. The call-outs explain panel controls,
indicators and wire connections. If you need information
on system installation, refer to the Installation Manual.

1. SELECT A: Selects command/option displayed on
top line of display.

2. SELECT B: Selects command/option displayed on
bottom line of display.

3. DISPLAY: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

4. LEFT: Left arrow button, when pressed moves
cursor left, or moves antenna left if in manual movement.

5. UP: Up arrow button, when pressed, causes screen/
letter to scroll up or antenna to raise if in manual
movement.

6. RIGHT: Right arrow button, when pressed, moves
cursor to move right, or moves antenna to right if in
manual movement.

7. DOWN: Down arrow button, when pressed causes
screen/letter to scroll down or antenna to lower if in
manual movement.

8. TO RECEIVER: 75 ohm connection to satellite
receiver. There is +13 to +17 VDC present on the center
conductor of this jack (used to power LNBF).

9. TO ANTENNA: 75 ohm satellite signal input from
the LNBF on the antenna. There is +13 to +17 VDC
present on the center conductor of this jack (used to
power LNBF).

10. Control Wires: These 13 wires control the mount.
There are various DC voltages present on these wires.

11. REMOTE CONTROL PANEL: This modular
telephone type plug connects the positioner to the
optional remote control wall plate (optional).

12. AC POWER CORD: Connect to 110 VAC outlet.

13. 46 CM - 60 CM: Selects what size antenna the
positioner is controlling (46cm = 18", 60cm = 24").

Switch was removed 2/16/98.

14. IGN: Ignition switch signal connection (optional).

15. WARNING INDICATOR: This jack connects the
positioner to the Warning Device.

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Rev. 2/98

PROGRAMMED CITY LOCATIONS

NOTE: The system will work in areas not covered

by the programmed cities. You can enter the

elevation (the DBS receiver will give the correct

elevation) or the latitude and longitude of your

location.

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SPECIFICATIONS / WARRANTY

Positioner Specifications

RF

Input Frequency ....................... 950-1450 MHz

Input Impedance .......................75 ohms

Power

Primary Power...........................120 VAC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Maximum ............................... 100 Watts

Average ................................. 25 Watts

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature.............50° to 120°F

Storage Temperature ................-40° to +140° F

Humidity ....................................90% noncondensing

Size .............................. 10-1/4"W x 2-5/8"H x 9-1/2"D

Weight .......................................3.5 lbs.

Mount Specifications

Height Lowered ............ 8-3/4"

Height Raised .............. 30" vertical max.

Roof space required ..... 34-15/16" x 19-3/16"

Antenna Movement ...... 2 DC motors

Weight .......................... 25 lbs.

Shipping Weight ........... 35.5 lbs

Carton .......................... 32"L x 20"W x 12"D

Antenna Specifications

Reflector Diameter: ......................... 46 cm (18")

Gain at mid-range:

11.2 GHz ...................................... 33.22 dBi

12.1 GHz ...................................... 33.89 dBi

12.6 GHz ...................................... 34.23 dBi

Effective aperture ............................ 46cm

Aperture efficiency .......................... 73%

Cross polarization (on axis)... ......... -21 dB

Beamwidth at -3 dB ......................... 3.5

Beamwidth at -10 dB ....................... 7.0

Antenna height ................................ 53 cm

Antenna width ................................. 49 cm

F/D Ratio: ........................................ 0.59

Frequency Range: .................... 10.95-12.75GHz

Offset angle: .................................... 24

Gauge: ......................... .22 gauge galvaneal steel

Operating Temperature: ................ -400F to +1400F

Finish: .......................... Textured thermoset powder

coat

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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 [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 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.

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Rev. 9/98

WINEGARD

®

Pinnacle RV Digital Satellite System

®

Models RD-9946

Troubleshooting Manual

U.S. Patent No.

5,532,710

WARNING!

BEFORE ATTACHING OR REMOVING ANY CABLE/WIRES ON
BACK OF POSITIONER, UNPLUG UNIT FROM 117 VAC SOURCE.

Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000 • 319/754-0600 © 1999 Winegard Company 2451172 Rev. 5/99

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: THIS SYSTEM HAS BEEN ADJUSTED AT THE FACTORY FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.

BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, CONTACT WINEGARD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

(Not applicable to mount and antenna)

Dangerous voltage

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

inside enclosure

Refer to operating, maintenance
and safeguard literature
accompanying unit.

1. All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. All warnings on the appliance and in the oper­ating instructions should be adhered to.

4. All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Unplug this video or audio product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Do not use attachments not recommended by
the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. Do not use this video product near water - for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.

8. If slots, holes and openings are located in the
housing, they are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the video product and
to protect it from overheating. These openings
should never be covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the video product on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
video product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. This video product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.

9. This video product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated in electrical
rating printed on the appliance or power supply.

10A. If the appliance is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) this plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

10B. If the appliance is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground­ing) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

11. Power-supply cord should be routed so that it
is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against it, paying particular

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attention to cord at plug, convenience receptacle
and the point where cord exits from the appliance.

12. If an outside antenna or cable system is con­nected to this video product, be sure system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Proper
method is shown below.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna

³

Ground Clamp

Electrical
Service
Equipment

³

³

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

13. An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When install­ing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

14. For added protection for this video product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unat­tended and unused for long periods of time, un­plug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system.

15. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.

16. Never push objects of any kind into this video
product through openings as they may touch dan­gerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the video product.

³

³

³

³

Ground Clamps

³

Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art. 250, Part N)

Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit

³

(NEC Section 810-21)

³

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)

17. Do not attempt to service this video product
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other haz­ards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per­sonnel.

18. Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is dam­aged.

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the video product.

c. If the video product, except for antenna mounted
preamplifiers and downconverters, has been ex­posed to rain or water.

d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls, when provided, that are covered by
the operating instructions. An improper adjust­ment of other controls may result in damage that
will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the video product to its nor­mal operation.

e. If the video product has been dropped or the
housing has been damaged.

f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change
in performance - this indicates a need for service.

19. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Improper sub­stitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

20. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
product is in proper operating condition.

21. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder
is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Art. 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as possible.

22. This product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the manufac­turer.

23. The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

Table of Contents

No Satellite Found ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Return To Defaults ........................................................................................................................................... 6

Positioner Does Not Respond ......................................................................................................................... 8

Test RD-9901 Remote Control Wallplate ........................................................................................................ 9

Test LNB ........................................................................................................................................................ 14

Positioner Does Not Come On ...................................................................................................................... 16

Get "Parking System, Fail - Please Check" Message ................................................................................... 17

When Searching Positioner Displays "Search Stopped" Immediately .......................................................... 18

INTRODUCTION

The above troubleshooting procedures covered in this manual are designed so that you will not need special
tools. If after trying the above procedures you still have not corrected the problem, contact your dealer or Winegard
Service Department at 1-800-788-4417. The Winegard Service Department is open 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. central
time Monday through Friday.

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No Satellite Found

If the system will not find a satellite, perform ALL off the following:

1. Is the receiver is plugged in and turned on?

2. Do you have the correct location entered (city, elevation or longitude/
latitude)?

3. Is the correct search satellite entered? Echostar or DSS should appear
behind "Search" on display.

4. Verify that your RV/coach is reasonably level. If the mount is sitting at too
much of an angle, the system may be looking too high or too low in the sky to
see the satellite.

5. Check that there is no obstructions blocking the view of the satellites. The
signal from the satellite(s) WILL NOT pass through trees, buildings, mountains
etc. Remember that the antenna has a 240 offset, this means that when the
antenna is straight up and down (900) it is looking 240 into the sky. See
Figure 1.

240 look angle

LNBF

Signal from satellite

Antenna Reflector at 90

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Figure 1

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6. If search satellite and search method is correct (correct city, elevation, etc.)
return the positioner to factory default. See Return To Defaults, page 6.

If after returning the positioner to factory defaults and reentering the correct city
and satellite the system still does not find the satellite proceed to the next step.
You will need a voltmeter or Winegard Model TE-1400 voltage tester for steps
7 through 10.

7. Check for +12 to +19 VDC at LNBF coax connector, see Figure 2. If correct
voltage is present, proceed to step 11; if there is no voltage, proceed to next

Coax Center
Conductor

Figure 2

step.

8. Remove the coax downlead from the SAT IN jack on the rear of satellite
receiver. Connect a short piece of coax to the SAT IN jack on receiver, check
for +12 to +19 VDC. If voltage is correct proceed to step 9; if voltage is not
present verify the receiver is plugged into AC power. If there is no voltage
coming out of the SAT IN jack on the receiver, contact the manufacturer of the
receiver. RCA 800-377-3399, Sony 800-838-7669, Dish Network 800-333-

3474.

9. Remove coax downlead from TO RECEIVER jack on positioner. Check for
+12 to +19 VDC at coax connector. If voltage is correct proceed to step 10; if
voltage is not present verify the receiver is plugged into AC power and coax is
connected to SAT IN jack on receiver. If there is no voltage, the coax is
defective, repair/replace as required.

10. Reattach coax to TO RECEIVER jack on positioner. Remove the coax
downlead from the TO ANTENNA jack on positioner. Connect a short piece of
coax to the TO ANTENNA jack on positioner, check for +12 to +19 VDC. If
voltage is correct, the coax coming from the antenna is defective. Repair/
replace as required. If voltage is not present, verify the receiver is plugged into
AC power. No voltage coming out of the TO ANTENNA jack on positioner
indicates that positioner is defective. Contact Winegard Service Department
before returning unit to be repaired.

11. Replace LNB with new one. If system still will not find satellite, replace
positioner. If system still does not find a satellite, contact Winegard Service
Dept.

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Return To Defaults

Perform the following commands to return the positioner to factory defaults:

1. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until Edit is displayed on positioner. See
Figure 3.

2. Press [SELECT A or B] Edit, see Figure 3.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 3

4. Press SELECT A to enter
code

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Edit on screen

Edit
Search DSS

Model RD-9900

3. Press [UP] arrow button until positioner display shows 3000. See
Figure 4.

3. Press UP button until
3000 is displayed

PINNACLE

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Figure 4

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POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Enter Code: 3000

Model RD-9900

4. Press [SELECT A] Enter Code: 3000 to access Edit Menu. See Figure

4.

NOTE: To exit Edit Menu, press [DOWN] arrow key, then [SELECT B] Quit
to exit Edit Menu.

5. Press [UP/DOWN] arrow until Return to Defaults is displayed on positioner.
See Figure 5.

6. Press [SELECT A or B] Return to Defaults, see Figure 5.

6. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 5

7. Press SELECT A

SELECT A

SELECT B

5. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Return to
Defaults on screen

Test Functions
Return to Defaults

Model RD-9900

7. Press [SELECT A] Set to Defaults. See Figure 6.

Set to Defaults
Quit

PINNACLE

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Figure 6

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Figure 7

POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Model RD-9900

7. Press [any key] when Memory Restored Press Any Key is displayed on
positioner, see Figure 7. If antenna is not in park position, positioner will put it
in the park position. When system is park position, the main menu will be
displayed.

8. Press any key

Memory Restored

Press Any Key

Model RD-9900

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Positioner Does Not Respond

If the positioner does not respond to commands, proceed as follows:

1. Unplug positioner from AC power for 3 seconds, then plug positioner back
into AC power. The positioner will display the normal menu. See Figure 8.

1. Press SELECT B Park

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 8

SELECT A

SELECT B

Name of search satellite

Search XXXXXX
Park

Model RD-9900

2. Press [SELECT B] Park to put antenna into the park position. See Fig. 8.

3. Visually verify that antenna is in correct park position.

If antenna does not go to the correct park position or fails to respond after

being unplugged and then plugged in again, contact Winegrad Service Dept.

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Test RD-9901 Remote Control Wallplate

To check the Remote Control Wall Plate, proceed as follows:

1. Check that telephone-type cable is plugged securely into jack on positioner
rear panel.

2. Check that telephone type cable is plugged securely into jack on side on
remote control wall plate.

3. Access Edit Menu; press [UP/DOWN] arrow buttons until Edit is displayed
on positioner display. See Figure 9.

4. Press [SELECT A or B] as appropriate to enter Edit Menu. See Fig. 9.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 9

4. Press SELECT A to enter
code

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Manual Move
on screen

Edit
Search DSS

Model RD-9900

5. Press [UP] arrow button until 3000 is displayed. See Figure 10.

6. Press [SELECT A] to enter code. See Figure 10.

7. Press [SELECT B] Test Remote Panel, see Figure 11.

3. Press UP button until
3000 is displayed

PINNACLE

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Figure 10

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Enter Code: 3000

Model RD-9900

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SELECT A

5. Press SELECT B Test
Remote Panel

PINNACLE

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Figure 11

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

Test LNB
Test Remote Panel

Model RD-9900

8. Press [SELECT A] Test Remote Panel, see Figure 12. The positioner will
read the elevation from the remote panel. See Figure 13; verify that elevation
is same as on remote panel.

6. Press SELECT A Test
Remote Panel

Test Remote Panel

Model RD-9900

Figure 12

PINNACLE

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Figure 13

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Test Remote Panel
Elevation = XX

Model RD-9900

Elevation should be same
as selected by remote panel

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SELECT A

7. Press [SELECT B] to return to just Test Remote Panel being displayed,
see Figure 14.

7. Press SELECT B

PINNACLE

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Figure 14

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

Test Remote Panel

Model RD-9900

8. Press [UP] arrow button twice. Search LED will light on remote panel
when Search LED = On is displayed on positioner. See Figure 15.

8. Press UP arrow button
twice

Test Remote Panel
Search LED = On

Model RD-9900

Figure 15

PINNACLE

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Figure 16

POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

9. Press [DOWN] arrow button three times. Search LED will extinguish on
remote panel when Search LED = Off is displayed on positioner. See Figure

16.

Test Remote Panel
Search LED = Off

Model RD-9900

9. Press DOWN arrow button
three times

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SELECT A

10. Press [RIGHT] arrow button twice. Park LED will light on remote panel
when Park LED = On is displayed on positioner. See Figure 17.

10. Press RIGHT arrow
button twice

PINNACLE

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Figure 17

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT B

SELECT A

SELECT B

Test Remote Panel
Park LED = On

Model RD-9900

11. Press [LEFT] arrow button twice. Park LED will extinguish on remote
panel when Park LED = Off is displayed on positioner. See Figure 18.

11. Press LEFT arrow button
twice

Test Remote Panel
Park LED = Off

Model RD-9900

Figure 18

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Figure 19

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POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

12. Press [SEARCH] button twice. Search Key Pressed will be displayed on
positioner. See Figure 19.

Test Remote Panel
Search Key Pressed

Model RD-9900

SELECT A

13. Press [PARK] button twice. Park Key Pressed will be displayed on
positioner. See Figure 20.

PINNACLE

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Figure 20

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Test Remote Panel
Park Key Pressed

Model RD-9900

If any of the preceeding tests failed, check cable going from the remote
panel to the positioner for cuts, abrasions, etc. If cable is defective, replace
with 6-wire telephone type cable. If remote still does not work, contact
Winegard Service Dept.

To exit test remote panel, press [SELECT B] twice.

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Test LNB

To test the LNB, proceed as follows:

1. Turn receiver ON. Make sure antenna is not pointed at a satellite (no
picture or signal).

2. Access Edit Menu, press [UP/DOWN] arrow buttons until Edit is displayed
on positioner display. See Figure 21.

3. Press [SELECT A or B] as appropriate to enter Edit Menu. See
Figure 21.

2. Press SELECT A or B as
appropriate

SELECT A

SELECT B

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

Figure 21

4. Press SELECT A to enter
code

1. Press UP/DOWN arrow
buttons to get Manual Move
on screen

Edit
Search DSS

Model RD-9900

4. Press [UP] arrow button until 3000 is displayed. See Figure 22.

5. Press [SELECT A] to enter code. See Figure 22.

3. Press UP button until
3000 is displayed

PINNACLE

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Figure 22

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POSITIONER

SELECT A

SELECT B

Enter Code: 3000

Model RD-9900

SELECT A

6. Press [SELECT A] Test LNB, see Figure 23. The positioner will display
the menu shown by Figure 24.

5. Press SELECT A Test LNB

PINNACLE

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Figure 23

PINNACLE

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Figure 24

POSITIONER

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Test LNB
Test Remote Panel

Antenna attenuation level,
this will vary from 0 to 28 dB

SELECT A

SELECT B

Antenna = 0 dB
Level = 954

Signal level, max. is 1024
min. is 0

Model RD-9900

Pressing the UP arrow
button will increase
attenuation by +4 dB

Model RD-9900

Pressing the DOWN arrow button will
decrease attenuation by -4 dB

7. The attenuation can be lowered or raised by pressing the UP/DOWN arrow
buttons in 4 dB increments. With the attenuation set at 0 dB and the antenna
NOT pointing at a satellite, the level should be greater than 900. As attenuation
is added the signal level should drop. With the attenuation set at 28 dB, the
signal level should be below 200.

If any of the above signal levels are not met, check that LNB is connected
to coax downlead. If coax is connected to LNB, contact Winegard service Dept.
for further troubleshooting assistance.

8. To exit the Test LNB menu, press either [SELECT A or B].

9. To exit Edit menu, press [UP/DOWN] arrow button until Quit is displayed.

10. Press [SELECT A or B] as appropriate.

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Positioner Does Not Come On

If the positioner does not come on, proceed as follows:

1. Verify that the 46 CM - 60 CM switch (on the back panel) is all the way to
the left or right. If switch is in the middle, positioner may not turn on. See Figure

25.

Figure 25

WARNING

INDICATOR

IGN

WINEGARD

P/N:2750225

120 VAC 60Hz

100 WATTS MAX

46 CM 60CM

REMOTE

CONTROL

PANEL

Make sure switch is all the
way left or right depending
on whether your antenna is
46 cm (18") or 60 cm (24").

2. If switch is in the correct position, unplug positioner from AC power.

3. Inspect positioner AC power cord for cuts, abrasions, etc. If defective,
return to Winegard Service Dept. If power cord is OK, proceed to next step.

4. Disconnect all cables from rear of positioner. Plug positioner back into AC
power. If positioner comes on, there is a short in the cables that connect to the
positioner; proceed to next step. If positioner does not come on, contact your
dealer or Winegard Service Dept.

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5. Reconnect one cable to positioner, then plug positioner back into AC
power. If positioner turns on, repeat step until positioner does not turn on. The
cable that shuts the positioner off is the one with the short.

6. If the cable with the short is the control cable, proceed to step 6. If one of
the other cables is faulty, repair/replace cable as required to correct problem.

7. Unplug positioner. Remove mount from mount base. Disconnect the
cable that is faulty at the mount.

8. Plug positioner back into AC power. If positioner does not turn on, then the
35' cable from positioner to the mount is faulty. Repair/replace as required to
correct problem. If positioner does turn on, the faulty cable is in the mount.

Contact your dealer or Winegard Service Dept. before proceeding.

SELECT A

Parking System, Fail - Please Check

1. If the positioner displays the message shown in Figure 26, step out of your
coach/RV and check the position of the antenna.

Press either SELECT A or B

PINNACLE

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Figure 26

Figure 27

POSITIONER

SELECT B

Parking System

Fail - Please Check

Model RD-9900

2. If the antenna is not in the travel position, you should climb up and verify
that there are no obstructions blocking the antenna. After removing obstructions
or if there are no obstructions, perform the park command again.

3. If the antenna still does not go the park position, perform the Return To
Defaults procedure, page 6.

Rev. 5/99

4. If the antenna is in the park/travel position, Figure 27, perform the park
command again. If antenna Parking System Fail message still appears,
perform the Return to Defaults procedure, page 6.

5. If problem persists, contact Winegard Service Department.

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When Searching Positioner Displays "Search Stopped"

If the antenna will not move, check the following.

1. If you have been in an ice storm or freezing rain the mount may be frozen
in place. Before checking any of the following steps visually inspect the mount.

2. Double check wiring at the back of positioner. Make sure wires have good
contact with the connector plug.

3. Park system and then go to manual movement. Use UP arrow button to
move to antenna up. The numbers displayed will go higher as you hold the
button down. Hold the button down until you get a number higher than 6000.

4. Press LEFT arrow button to move antenna counterclockwise. The numbers
will decrease from 30000.

NOTE: If either step 3 or 4 fails, you have a wiring problem. Proceed to
step 5. If steps 3 and 4 pass, perform Return to Defaults, see page 6.

5. Check that wires are attached correctly to the 13 pin connector. See

13 Pin Connector

Green/Black (EL-bottom limit)

Red/Black (EL-top limit)

Red/White (AZ-park limit)

Green (AZ-rotation limit)

Red (common/GND)

Black (EL motor)

Figure 28

Blue/Black (AZ motor)

White/Black (AZ motor)

Orange/Black (AZ motor)

Black/White (AZ motor)

White (EL motor)

Blue (EL motor)

Orange

(EL motor)

Figure 28.

6. Disconnect then reconnect the 13 pin connector on the positioner. Repeat
steps 3 and 4.

7. Remove mount from mount base. Disconnect then reconnect the 13 pin
connector on the mount. Repeat steps 3 and 4.

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If problem still continues, contact Winegard Service Department.

®

WINEGARD

®

Pinnacle RV Digital Satellite System

Models RD-9946

Parts List

U.S. Patent No.

5,532,710

WARNING!

BEFORE ATTACHING OR REMOVING ANY CABLE/WIRES ON
BACK OF POSITIONER, UNPLUG UNIT FROM 117 VAC SOURCE.

Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000 • 319/754-0600 © 1999 Winegard Company 2451172 Rev 11/99

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Antenna Support .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Mount Assembly .............................................................................................................................................. 4

Mount Base ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

Positioner/Accessories .................................................................................................................................... 7

Antenna/Feed Assembly ................................................................................................................................. 8

35' Control Cable ........................................................................................................................................... 10

Mount Wire Harness ...................................................................................................................................... 11

INTRODUCTION

We have organized this parts list to enable you to order any individual part. If you are ordering an electrical/
electronic item, be sure it has actually failed before you order the replacement. Your dealer or the Winegard Service
department can check this for you.

Parts under warranty will be shipped at no cost to you by Winegard. Unless directed otherwise, return defective
parts still under warranty to Winegard Company. If the part is not returned, you will be billed for the replacement part,
plus shipping charges.

Order replacement parts no longer under warranty by using a major credit card and calling 1-800-288-8094 or
by sending check, or money order to RV Parts, Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, IA
52601-2000.

Rev. 6/98

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ANTENNA SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

INDEX PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NUMBER

2762830 Antenna Support Assembly 1

1 2200945 Antenna Support, White 1

2 2240021 Antenna Support Bumper, White 2

Rev. 2/98

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MOUNT ASSEMBLY

Rev. 1/97

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MOUNT ASSEMBLY

INDEX PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NUMBER

2762832 Mount Assembly 1

1 3710300 Mount Base Stiffener 1

2 2160218 10-32 Nut 10

3 2762835 Rotation Switch Assembly 1

4 2160194 #10 x 1/2" Hex Head Bolt 6

5 2200946 Mount Base, White 1

6 3710260 Rotate Stop Ring 1

7 2160819 Spring 1

8 2200140 Rotation Drive Belt 1

9 3710261 Fixed Stop Ring 1

10 2201848 Rotation Pulley 1

11 2160185 10-32 x 3/8" Hex Head Bolt 19

12 3711303 Rotate Motor Tensioner 1

13 2762838 Rotation Motor Assembly 1

14 2160037 1/2" Flat Washer 1

15 2180509 Oil Lube Bushing 2

16 3710294 Stiffener Ring 1

17 2160223 3/8-32 Hex Nut 1

18 3200206 Boot Collar 1

19 2360060 F-8100 Male-to-Male F-connector 1

20 2200944 Top Cover, White 1

21 2200141 Elevation Drive Belt 1

22 2200850 Elevation Pulley 2

23 2160699 E-Clip 2

24 2762836 Elevation Switch Assembly 1

25 3711304 Elevation Motor Tensioner 1

26 2590345 Lift Arm Shaft 1

27 2200851 Seal 2

28 2762837 Elevation Motor Assembly 1

29 2160182 10-32 x 3/4" Phillips Head Screw 4

*NS 2753018 LNBF Coax Cable Jumper 4' RG-6 1

*NS - Part not shown for clarity

Rev. 5/99

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MOUNT BASE

Rev. 6/98

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INDEX PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NUMBER

1 3200947 Mount Base 1

2 2160183 10-32 x 1-1/2" Hex Screw 2

SELECT A

SELECT B

POSITIONER/ACCESSORIES

1

2

3

PINNACLE

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POSITIONER

4

INDEX PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NUMBER

1 RD-9901 Remote Control Wall Plate *

2 RD-9911 Warning Device **

3 2750225 Positioner 1

4 2753254 Ignition Wire Harness 1

Model RD-9900

* Optional, comes with 25' 6-wire telephone type cord to connect to receiver.

** Optional, comes with batteries and cables to connect to receiver and vehicle ignition.

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ANTENNA/FEED ASSEMBLY

Rev. 9/98

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ANTENNA/FEED ASSEMBLY

INDEX PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NUMBER

2762827 46 cm Antenna/Feed Assembly

1 2745303 46 cm Reflector (18 inches), White 1

2 2160362 1/4-20 x 5/8" Carriage Bolt, White 4

3 2160696 E-Clip 1

4 2745287 Feed Support Arm, White 1

5 2780160 LNBF 1

6 2160353 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" Carriage Bolt 1

7 2753067 Coax Cable Assembly 1

8 2160821 Spring 1

9 2160170 10-32 x 1-1/8" Hex Head Bolt* 2

10 2160349 10-32 Washer 2

11 2745288 Reflector Backup, Cast, White 1

12 2160691 5/16" x 2.925 Round Head Pin 1

13 2160228 1/4-20 Hex Flange Lock Nut 5

14 2160024 1/4" Flat Washer 4

15 2190105 Cable Tie** 2

* Not included with the 2762827 Antenna/Feed Assembly.

** Not shown for clarity.

Rev. 11/99

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35' CABLE, PART NUMBER 2753248

+.25 both ends.

+.031 both ends.

NOTES:

3. Wire strip length 13 wire cable: .25

1. 14 wire/coax cable to be jacketed together.

2. Jacket strip length 13 wire cable: 3.00

Rev. 6/97

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MOUNT WIRE HARNESS, PART NUMBER 2753245

For antenna mounts with a serial # of 10111 or higher.

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