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Operation for DISH Users
The TRAV’LER antenna offers a simple
1.Press and hold “POWER” for two seconds or until the TRAV’LER interface displays “POWER ON.”
2.Once the unit has been powered on, release “POWER.”
3.The interface screen will display the type of satellite dish on the top line.
WINEGARD COMPANY |
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| SM Dish 1000 |
POWER ON |
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4.The TRAV’LER antenna will enter the search mode as part of its normal operation and will display “Searching” on the bottom line.
5.The antenna will find its home position and begin to look for a satellite. Upon finding a satellite, the antenna will
6.In automatic search mode, the TRAV’LER antenna will lock onto three different satellites: 119°, 110°, and 129°. The antenna will display an asterisk for each satellite found.
SM Dish 1000
Searching...
7.Continue to page 3 if setting up the receiver for the first time or if setting up the receiver after moving the receiver from the house to the RV. If the receiver is already set up in the RV, you are now ready to watch TV!
SM Dish 1000 |
| SM Dish 1000 |
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TIP To turn off the power to the TRAV’LER antenna after the antenna has locked onto satellites, press “POWER” and “SELECT” at the same time.
Before traveling, make sure to press “POWER” and wait for the antenna to start to power up; then press “POWER” again to initiate the stow sequence. See below for information on stowing before traveling.
User Menu
The interface includes a user menu for some advanced features. The options most commonly used are the ability to change
the dish type, check software/hardware versions, change desired satellite configuration, or manually move the dish. WARNING Improper use of the user menu could cause damage to the TRAV’LER antenna and/or vehicle. Follow
all instructions when entering the user menu for manual operation. See page 3.
Ready to Travel?
The TRAV’LER antenna is not meant for use while traveling. To stow the unit when you are ready to travel, press “POWER” one time. The unit will stop what it is doing and return to the stowed position. The TRAV’LER interface will not turn off unless the TRAV’LER anetnna is successfully stowed. Visually inspect that the antenna is in the stowed/ travel position before traveling. Do not move the vehicle until the TRAV’LER antenna is stowed.
Emergency Manual Stow
If unable to stow the TRAV’LER antenna, it may be necessary to use emergency manual stow. Emergency manual stow is meant as a last resort and is not meant for common usage! To use emergency manual stow, unplug the interface box. Then, remove the black plastic bolt from the back of the mount. Insert a 3/8th socket extension into this auxiliary drive. Turn the auxiliary drive clockwise to lower the unit. Do not use a drill!
Emergency Power Off
The antenna comes with an emergency power off feature. To activate it, press and hold “POWER” and then press “SELECT” while still holding “POWER”. The TRAV’LER antenna will stop and turn off. If the emergency power off feature is used, the antenna may not be in a safe position for travel. Do not move the vehicle until the unit is stowed.
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