VuQube VQ2000 Manuale utente
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20623 REV B
Satellite Solutions for Mobile Markets
®
Portable Automatic Satellite System
with built-in DVB for positive satellite identification
Model VQ2000
Operating Instructions
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IMPORTANT!
The satellite TV market is expanding and changing. The information in this manual was
accurate at the time of printing. If your VuQube does not operate as outlined in this
manual please call King Controls at (800) 982-9920 or visit our website at
www.kingcontrols.com.
Please read this entire manual before using the VuQube.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Contents Page
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW.......................................................................2-4
2. VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION...........................................5-10
3. SATELLITE RECEIVER CONFIGURATION....................................12-13
4. OPERATION....................................................................................14-20
5. TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................21
6. SECURITY BRACKET..........................................................................22
7. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................23
8. LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................24
DIRECTV®is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.
Dish NetworkTM is an official trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation.
Bell ExpressVu is an official trademark of Bell Canada.
DVB®is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcast Project (1991-1996)
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The VuQube VQ2000 Automatic Satellite System provides simple, one-touch operation for easy
access to all your favorite satellite TV channels. It is a full featured portable dish system with
automatic satellite acquisition and satellite switching capabilities.
An optional Flex Install Kit with ladder mount bracket (KC# MB410 - sold separately) is available
to allow semi-permanent installation on the rear ladder of your RV, but still provides the flexibility
to remove the antenna for use as a portable (Fig. 1). The kit includes everything required to
hard wire your RV for the VuQube: ladder mount bracket, power/controller cable, (2) coax cables,
(2) cable entry cover plates and controller (Fig. 2).
The VQ2000 is compatible with the following satellite services:
DIRECTV®Single Satellite
DIRECTV Plus
Dish NetworkTM Single Satellite
Dish Network (Dish 500)
Dish Network - HDTV (Dish 1000/1000a)
ExpressVu
ExpressVu HDTV
The VQ2000 includes 3 main components (Fig. 3).
Antenna Unit Placed in direct line of sight to the southern sky. The dish is covered
by an enclosure for easy transport and protection from the elements.
Controller Activates the search mode and provides limited diagnostic functions
using the status light.
Power Supply Supplies proper operating voltage to the VuQube.
SECTION 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Fig. 1
The VuQube can be placed anywhere there is a clear view of the southern sky.
The VuQube can be
semi-permanently
mounted to your RV
with the optional Flex
Install Kit
(sold separately).
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Note: A TV, satellite receiver, and program subscription are also required for satellite TV viewing (sold separately).
Fig. 3
Flex Install Kit Overview
Fig. 2
Ladder Mount Bracket
(Flex Install Kit sold separately.)
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
VuQube Model VQ2000 - Portable
Fig. 4
Note: HDTV receivers require HDMI or component video/audio cable connection to TV.
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SECTION 2 VUQUBE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
The VuQube Model VQ2000 Automatic Satellite System is factory pre-set for DIRECTV standard
digital programming broadcast from the 101° W satellite.
If you also receive your local channels from DIRECTV’s 119 satellite or if you subscribe to Dish
Network or ExpressVu programming, you must use the VuQube hand held controller to
re-configure the antenna to work with your satellite service. Doing this will allow the VuQube to
lock on the correct satellites to receive your programming and also enable automatic satellite
switching via the receiver’s remote control for multi-satellite service.
Antenna configuration is a one time procedure that must be completed before using your
VuQube antenna.
ANTENNA CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE
On pages 6-10, find your service and follow the instructions in the box.
DIRECTV
Single Satellite 101 (Factory Pre-set) Page 6
DIRECTV Plus Page 6
Dish Network
Single Satellite 119 Page 7
Dish 500 Page 7
Dish 1000 - HDTV Page 8-9
Bell ExpressVu
Standard Digital 91 Page 10
HDTV 82/91 Page 10
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DIRECTV ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
DIRECTV Plus (satellites 101, 119)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 8times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start
flashing green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. Set your receiver for oval dish-2 satellites (do this through the receiver’s
satellite set-up menu screens). Configuration is complete.
Single Satellite 101
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 16 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start
flashing green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. Set your receiver for round dish-1 satellite (do this through the receiver’s
satellite set-up menu screens). Configuration is complete.
The VuQube is factory pre-set for the DIRECTV 101 satellite. Unless the antenna has been
configured for another option since leaving the factory, PERFORM STEP 5 ONLY.
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DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
Single Satellite 119
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 20 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
DISH 500 (satellites 110, 119)
1. On the VuQube controller, press and release the ON button.
Wait for the status light to flash orange, and then flash
green or red.
2. Press and release the ON button 12 times.
The status light starts rapidly flashing green and red.
3. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
The status light will turn orange for 1 second, and then start flashing
green or red.
4. Press OFF.
5. After you have successfully configured the antenna, you must configure
your receiver for mobile use. To configure your receiver,
GO TO PAGE 12 AND RUN THE CHECK SWITCH.
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DISH 1000 - HDTV
Dish Network HD programming is broadcast from 4 satellites (61,110,119,129). The 61 and 129
satellites broadcast identical programming. (The 61 is generally stronger in the eastern U.S. and
the 129 in the western U.S.) The map below shows the approximate coverage for each satellite.
Your VuQube antenna can be easily configured to work with two different satellite trios (DISH
1000a: 61,110,119 or DISH 1000: 110,119,129). By choosing the appropriate trio that includes
either the 61 or the 129 satellite based on where you are, you can receive all of your desired
programming.
Configure your antenna for the chosen trio on page 9.
SATELLITES 61 AND 129 COVERAGE MAP
DISH NETWORK ANTENNA CONFIGURATION-continued on next page
Note: This map is an approximation only. Which trio works best in a given location may differ from
what is indicated on the map.
Note: You can switch trios later if you travel to another area of the country (see page 16).
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