Winegard RM-DM55, RM-DM61 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL - OPERATION/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
®
WINEGARD
RV Digital Satellite System
with RS-1000 Antenna
Model RM-4610, no Digital Magic
TM
Elevation Sensor
Model RM-DM61 with Digital MagicTM Elevation Sensor
Model RM-DM55 with Digital MagicTM (No Power Supply)
Made in U.S.A.
INSTALL “FRONT” INSCRIBED
ON BASE TOWARD FRONT
OF VEHICLE!
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, IA 52601
319/754-0600 • FAX 319/754-0787 • www.winegard.com 2451070 Rev5 12/12
PARTS INCLUDED:
Reector (dish)
Gasket
RS-1000 antenna
Interior parts
Mount/base assembly
Hardware
Models RM-DM61/DM55
Electronic elevation sensor
Models RM-4610/DM61
Power supply
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FINDING THE SATELLITE
STEP 1. Step outside the vehicle and, using a compass,
determine which direction is North. (Standing in or near
the vehicle can give you an incorrect reading.) The more
accurately you determine North, the easier it will be to
nd the satellite(s).
STEP 2. Using satellite receiver, determine correct
elevation for your location. See your receiver manual for
setup information.
STEP 3. Press button on Winegard Digital Display wall
plate. If the antenna is in travel position, the display will
show LL for Low Limit. HL for High Limit will show when
dish is in Up position.
STEP 4. Crank elevation handle to raise antenna. Stop
cranking when readout displays the correct elevation for
your location.
STEP 5. Rotate antenna VERY SLOWLY until correct
satellite signal is acquired. NOTE: Rotate 3° and then
stop. DO NOT rotate continuously, even if you are rotating slowly. If you notice the elevation angle has changed,
it may be due to the following reasons:
a. RV is not parked level.
b. Antenna system is mounted to a slightly sloped
RV roof. (This is not a problem. When you have
rotated the antenna so it is facing in approxi-
mately the right azimuth [compass direction],
simply adjust to correct elevation and continue
searching for the satellite signal.)
Special notes: When you have detected the satellite
signal, adjust the antenna up/down and left/right for the
strongest signal your receiver displays. Because of differences in receivers and installation methods, you may
nd the elevation numbers, after peaking on the strongest signal, no longer match what the receiver recommended. This is normal. The elevation sensor should
always get you close enough to nd a signal to peak on.
If display turns off while you’re searching, just push button for another minute of operation. After a little practice,
most people can nd the signal in 30 to 50 seconds.
TROUBLESHOOTING
• If digital display reads EE, check wiring and connection. If wiring and connections are not correct at installation, operation is affected.
• Remember to rotate antenna VERY SLOWLY until cor-
rect satellite signal is acquired.
DISPLAY CODES
HL .................. High Limit
LL .................. Low Limit
Lo .................. Battery Low
Er................... Communication Error
— — ............... Initializing
NOTE: Initialization may take up to 5 seconds.
Based on 5 minutes a day of usage, standard
new alkaline batteries should last 88 days.
OPERATION
TUNING ANTENNA FOR THE BEST PICTURE
STEP 1. Your receiver should indicate it is receiving a
signal. To tune your antenna, slowly move the antenna
left, then right, until you nd the position with the highest signal strength. It is important to turn the antenna
slowly. Because the signal is digital, it takes a few
seconds for the receiver to lock on.
STEP 2. Place rotation clamp in the LOCK position. This
prevents the antenna from moving and losing signal.
STEP 3. Slowly raise, then lower the antenna until you
have “peaked” the signal (found the strongest signal).
OPERATIONS DO’S AND DON’T’S
DO’S
1. Do check parking location for obstructions before raising antenna.
2. Do carefully raise, lower and rotate the antenna — if
difcult, check for cause.
3. Do rotate slowly when searching for the satellite(s)
and check ne tuning on TV set for proper adjustment.
4. Do lower antenna before moving vehicle.
5. Activate programming by calling programming provider for your receiver.
ELEVATION TURNS CW
14 - 16o 14
17 - 19o 14-1/2
20 - 22o 15
23 - 25o 15-1/2
26 - 29o 16
SUGGESTED SETUPS
FOR MULTIPLE TVS
RS-1000 downlead
Wall plate power supply
30 - 32o 16-1/2
33 - 35
o
17
36 - 38o 17-1/2
39 - 42o 18
FIGURE 1
Satellite antenna downlead
Video Switch
43 - 45o 18-1/2
46 - 48o 19
49 - 51o 19-1/2
52 - 54
o
20
TV/Ant. Sat TV
Satellite Receiver
55 - 57o 20-1/2
58 - 61o 21
VCR
62 - 64o 21-1/2
65 -67° 22
68 - 70° 22-1/2
71-73° 23
WATCHING OFF-AIR TV
To watch the area (local) television programming, use
one of these options —
• Use an A-B switch between the receiver and antenna
power supply.
• Use a video switch, Figure 1.
• Connect antenna output from power supply to TV
ANTENNA input on receiver, Figure 2. When you turn off
the receiver, it automatically switches you to off-air.
LOWERING ANTENNA TO TRAVEL POSITION
FIGURE 2
Satellite antenna downlead
Wall plate power supply
RS-1000
STEP 1. Set rotation clamp to ROTATE position.
STEP 2. Fully rotate antenna counterclockwise until
pointer on directional handle aligns with red screw on
Satellite Receiver
TV/Ant. Sat TV
rotation clamp.
STEP 3. Turn elevating crank counterclockwise in direction of “DOWN” arrow until resistance is met. The
VCR
number of turns will vary according to the elevation
angle the antenna was set to.
STEP 4. Move rotation clamp to the LOCK position.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances lower the
antenna to any position other than travel position!
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DON’T’S
1. Don’t move RV/Coach with the antenna in the UP
position. This will VOID your warranty. This may also
cause damage to your roof.
2. Don’t force the elevating crank up or down. Check for
the cause.
3. Don’t rotate directional handle hard against stops.
4. Don’t apply paint on top of base plate or anywhere on
the lift.
5. Don’t apply approved sealing compound on gear
housing.
To order receivers or programming
please call the Winegard receiver
To TV
To Receiver
Ant.
Aux.
VCR
To ‘TV In’
To Receiver
!
hotline: 1-(866) 609-9374.
TV
TV
TV
Set #2
View RS-1000
TV
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NO PICTURE ON TV
1. Do you have a clear line of sight to the satellite? Are
there trees, buildings, etc. in the way? Figure 3 illustrates
the look angle of your reector.
2. Do you have the menu from the receiver? If not, check
the channel the TV set is tuned for — it should be 3 or 4.
3. Check connections at the receiver, TV and antenna.
FIGURE 3
Signal from satellite
INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY
THINGS YOU NEED
Screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)
1-3/4” hole saw
7/16” wrench
STEP 1. Choose a location on the roof for the unit. The dish must be able to rotate without interfering with other roofmounted equipment (air conditioners, etc.), Figure 4. Be sure the interior ceiling plate is easily accessible with no obstructions that may interfere with operation.
Drill with 1/8” bit
Tape measure
Sealant
(Must be approved for compatibility w/roof)
NO SIGNAL FOUND
1. Have you entered the correct zip code into the receiver? If the zip code is wrong, you may be searching in the
wrong direction or elevation for the satellite.
2. Is your TV working properly? Does it receive pictures
from off-air stations or your VCR?
3. Re-tune system for the best picture, using procedure
on page 2.
4. Inspect antenna. Has it been damaged? If it is even
slightly bent, the receiver may not receive signal.
5. Do you have +12 VDC at the end of the LNBF cable?
Remove cable from LNBF before testing.
6. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services at
800/788-4417.
ANTENNA IS HARD TO ROTATE, OR ANTENNA
DOES NOT ROTATE
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Make sure mount has not
been damaged.
2. Be sure there is no sealant between gear housing and
base plate.
4. Be sure cable is routed correctly. Cable may be preventing rotation of antenna.
3. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services at
800/788-4417.
LNBF
WARRANTY REPAIR WORK
Before you have warranty repairs on your system, be
sure the company or individual doing the work has been
approved by Winegard Company. If there is not an
approved repair company/individual available, contact
Winegard Company at 800/288-8094 before proceeding.
The Winegard Warranty covers only the mount, antenna
and LNBF. For receiver warranty, refer to the receiver
manufacturer’s warranty.
ORDERING REPAIR PARTS
Repair parts are available at RV dealers and/or service
centers throughout the U.S. Or you can call Winegard
Company at 800/288-8094. Credit card orders only, minimum order $5.00.
NOTE: Check with your dealer or vehicle manufacturer for features that may have been installed for
antenna mounting — reinforced roof areas or pre-wire
installation done at the factory.
THE SYSTEM MUST BE LEVEL FOR PROPER OPERATION! Winegard’s RW-5000 roof wedge is available for
sloped roofs, Figure 5. If using roof wedge, installer will
provide longer mounting screws. Mount base plate and
ceiling plate must be parallel with each other, Figure
5. If shims or wedges are used, the installer must supply.
STEP 2. Position roof template (inserted in this manual)
on the roof. CAUTION: DO NOT drill through wiring.
Carefully drill a 1-3/4” hole through roof and ceiling of
vehicle. Inspect hole to make sure wiring is intact.
3/16”
FIGURE 5
7/8”
RW-5000 Roof
Wedge
(not included)
70” DIAMETER
OPERATING
AREA
FIGURE 4
It is highly recommended the unit
be mounted on
roof center line.
Do not mount
reflector closer than
10” from edge of
roof.
19.50”
REFLECTOR
ANTENNAS HARD TO RAISE, OR ANTENNA DOES
NOT RAISE
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Be sure he mount has not
been damaged.
2. Is the antenna obstructed?
3. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services at
800/788-4417.
RW-5000
Roof Wedge
with Gasket
Vehicle Roof
Interior Wedge
Installer supplied
Antenna Controls
Mount base plate and ceiling plate must be parellel with each
other. if shims or wedges are needed, installer must supply.
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35”
35”
Front of RV
STEP 3. Remove backing from gasket. Attach
adhesive side to base plate. IF YOU ARE
USING THE ROOF WEDGE (RW-5000), use
3/16” gasket included with the mount UNDER
the roof wedge. Install the 1/16” gasket
included with
RW-5000 BETWEEN the mount
and roof wedge.See Figure 7.
The word FRONT is
embossed on the base. This MUST
FACE the front of the vehicle.
Secure to roof using two mounting
PINS
screws provided. Check inside the vehicle.
Be sure the shaft is centered in the hole.
Attach crank handle to shaft.
Crank unit up until it stops.
Attach RS-1000 to
ELEVATING TUBES using
E-Clips and Pins supplied.
E-CLIPS
FIGURE 6
RS-1000 ANTENNA
(4) ANTENNA
MOUNTING BOLTS
(4) 1/4 - 20
HEX NUT
REFLECTOR
STEP 7. Facing the front of the dish, nd coax cables
attached to side of the feed arm, Figure 9. Measure 24”
of coax from this point and mark. DO NOT CUT. Rotate
mount on base clockwise, fully, until it stops. Route coax
around mount base, Figure 10.
Fasten cable clamp in hole in mount base (check roof
template inserted in this manual for correct location) at
end of the coax cable measurement.
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 9
Measure coax
24” from plastic tie
wrap on left side of
feed arm. (STEP 7)
STEP 4. Attach reector to backup assembly, Figure 6.
STEP 5. Attach RS-1000 antenna to elevating tubes.
Use the two E-clips and pins provided, Figure 6. Attach
coax cable to F-jack on antenna and slide on weather
boot, Figure 6.
STEP 6. Install remaining mount base screws. Install
the vent tube on the back of the mount base. (This is the
side opposite the word FRONT.) The hole for the vent
tube is shown in Figure 8.
CAUTION: DO NOT seal hole in vent tube. Put sealant
around the outside of the vent tube, approximately 1/2”
from end, Figure 8. Push the vent tube into the hole. The
sealant will seal the hole as you push in. Leave approximately 2 to 2-1/2” of the vent tube extending from the
hole. Put a small amount of approved sealant on the roof
and under the vent tube to hold in place.
FIGURE 8
Sealant
Vent Tube
2-2½”
CAUTION: DO NOT GET sealing compound between
base plate and Rotating Gear Housing.
DO NOT CLAMP THIS SECTION
OF CABLE. Must be free to
move when rotating unit.
FIGURE 7
Cable
clamp
Cable-entry plate
Minimum 3” from
mount base
FRONT
3” MINIMUM
from mount
STEP 8. Feed coax cables through the roof. Weather-
Do not attach
cable clamp
with screw
to base plate
until installing
cable.
proof cable entry by applying sealant under the lip of
the cable-entry plate and where cable enters roof. Attach
plate to roof with screws provided. Apply sealant over
screws and around edge of roof-through plate, making
sure cable entry is sealed. Secure cables as necessary
to prevent whipping. If cable connections are exposed,
be sure to weatherproof connection!
Mount travel bracket to roof 6-1/8” from base, Figure
Base plate
7, page 6.
STEP 9. Apply approved sealing compound to screw
heads, cable entrance hole and edge of gasket under
6-1/8”
Travel Bracket
mount, AFTER mounting, Figure 7.
STEP 10. Attach satellite coax cable (with RG-6 printed
on it) to the satellite receiver.
STEP 11. Attach RS-1000 coax downlead (with RG-59
printed on it) to RV-7542 power supply. Refer to power
supply instruction sheet. You can connect the antenna
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Attach coax
cable clamp at
screw hole on
front of mount
base.
Cable entry plate
placement is 3”
MINIMUM from
mount base.
base.
ANOTHER METHOD OF INSTALLING ROOF CABLE/
ENTRY PLATE: Attach cable to roof using cable clamp.
Use sealant to seal screw heads.
Cable Clamp
Cable
Cable entry plate
output from the power spply directly to the “TV ANT IN” on
satellite receiver. (Refer to receiver manual.) This allows
you to watch local channels when you turn off the receiver.
STEP 12. Connect digital elevation sensor at roof level, see
top of page 8.
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