4. OPERATION
4.1 Initial Satellite Receiver Setup
It is very important to set up the satellite receiver for proper antenna operation. Receiver hardware and software varies, depending on manufacturer. If you have a new receiver or you have removed your satellite receiver from the vehicle, it may be necessary to repeat the satellite receiver setup.
4.2Stationary Operation of the RoadTrip LP After antenna has been installed and satellite receiver properly set up, operation of RoadTrip LP is easy and entirely automatic. Winegard recommends when parking your vehicle, the antenna has a clear view of the southern sky. The antenna only needs to see the required satellite(s); however, a clear view of the southern sky should improve satellite acquisition.
To Operate the RoadTrip LP:
1.Power on satellite receiver and television.
2.Power the antenna using the power switch and wait for satellite acquisition.
On intial setups, it may be necessary to set up your receiver for multidish operation (if required) after the unit has acquired the satellite and entered sleep mode. Refer to Appendix B for information on multidish setups for your satellite provider.
How the RoadTrip Works During Stationary
Satellite Acquisition:
The reflector on the antenna will rotate clockwise until the re- flector is positioned directly over the front of the vehicle.
The antenna reflector will then move to the maximum elevation to set the noise baseline for the RF detector. This is the home position for the antenna. After it is in the home position and the baseline is determined, the antenna will wait to acquire GPS information.
Refer to Appendix B for satellite receiver setups for initial and multidish operation. Follow the instructions for your satellite television provider.
It is normal for your television to display the message, “Satellite Signal Lost Searching for Signal” while the antenna is acquiring the satellite.
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