Winegard SK-SWM3 installation manual Choosing a Location for the Antenna, Installing the Antenna

Choosing a Location for the Antenna

1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisition time, park the vehicle on a level surface that is free of obstructions such as trees or large buildings. Make sure you have a clear view of the southern sky.

2. Before removing the TRAV’LER antenna from its box, contact your RV dealer or manufacturer. Your RV may be pre- wired or have a reinforced area for this system.

3. Then, choose a location on the roof that meets the following requirements:

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Installing the Antenna

1.Place the TRAV’LER antenna on the roof where you plan to install it. On the mount base, the transition plate is marked “FRONT” and “BACK.” Rotate the TRAV’LER antenna until the front of the mount base faces the front of the RV. The TRAV’LER antenna must be installed on or parallel to the centerline of the coach. See figure 6.

	No obstructions
	taller than 10″
	in a 33″ radius
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	d. Lacks obstructions taller than 10” mounted within
	a 33” radius from the center of the TRAV’LER base
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	e. Has a gap of less than 3/16” between the bottom
	of the antenna and the roof
	Do not install the antenna in a
	WARNING location where a gap of 3/16” or
	more exists between the bottom of the antenna
	and the roof, as the antenna may damage the roof

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FIGURE 6. Antenna (without reflector) installed parallel to centerline of RV

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FIGURE 4. Required roof space for antenna

f. Is within 5 degrees of level, or the system may

require more time to locate satellites (for best

operation, must be within 3 degrees of level)

TIP When installing the antenna on a rubber roof, Winegard recommends using Model SKA-004 roller plate, which is designed to create a solid landing area for the roller. If not using this plate,

make sure that the roller does not come in contact with any rib supports or bubbles in the roof when in operation. Failure to do so may result in damage to the roof.

2. Verify that the marked “FRONT” of the transition plate is facing the front of the vehicle (see fig. 7).

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Choosing a Location for Cables to Enter the Vehicle

Once you have chosen a location for the TRAV’LER antenna, choose a location for the cables to enter the vehicle. Keep in mind the following:

1.The TRAV’LER interface box must plug into a well-ventilated 110 V outlet.

2.The 24” AC power cord must be long enough to extend from the outlet to the interface box power supply, which will then connect to the interface box.

3.The 30’ control cable must be long enough to extend from the mount base to the interface box.

4.The power inserter must be mounted inside the vehicle, but the splitter can be mounted on the roof of the vehicle (see Setup Option 1 & Setup Option 2 under “Overall Setup”).

5.Wires should not be run through the striped area (see fig. 5). Anything in the striped area will interfere with the operation of the TRAV’LER antenna and may cause damage to the object or to the antenna.

FIGURE 5. Marked area of antenna where cables should not be run

“FRONT”

FIGURE 7. Marked “FRONT” of transition plate on fully assembled antenna

3. Mark the location where the nine screw holes will go. It is important that you can see these marks on the roof of the

RV. Then, move the mount base out of the installation area. It is recommended that you do not pre-drill the screw

holes at this time.

4. To prevent water from getting into the mount base, use a solid line of approved sealant to connect the marks in

the shape of the base. This step must be completed, or the unit will fail due to corrosion. Replace the TRAV’LER

antenna base.

Make sure cables are long enough to reach their destination points inside the vehicle. For cable	CL-SK26
runs longer than 30’, an extension may be purchased. Winegard recommends using Model CL-SK26
25’ extension cable. Do not exceed 55’ of cable!
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5.	Before using the supplied mounting screws, check with your vehicle manufacturer for any special screw
	requirements. Then, screw the antenna base to the roof using nine mounting screws.
6.	Run a solid bead of sealant around the edge where the transition plate meets the roof, making sure to cover each
	screw head. Be careful not to get any sealant above the transition plate.

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