® Portable Satellite TV Antenna VQ1000 Owner’s Manual Model VQ1 Solutions for Mobile Markets ® 11200 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55438-2453 Phone: (952) 922-6889 Fax: (952) 922-8424 www.kingcontrols.
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 (952) 922-6889 or visit our website at www.kingcontrols.com. Please read this entire manual before using your VuQube. TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Contents Page 1. OVERVIEW AND CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 2. OPERATION .
Section 1 OVERVIEW AND CONNECTIONS Congratulations on your purchase of the ultra-portable VuQube Satellite TV Antenna. The VQ1000 is equipped with a wireless remote control to allow quick and easy one person positioning of the antenna while monitoring your receiver’s signal meter screen on your TV. The VQ1000 comes with the following items: Antenna Unit Remote Control (Fig. 1) 50’ Coax Cable A B C You will also need: Items sold separately: D • TV • Receiver • Satellite TV Subscription Service FIG.
FIG. 2 POSITION AND CONNECT THE VUQUBE 1. Place the VuQube on a stable surface with a clear view of the southern sky. (With its built-in leveling feature, the VuQube does not need to be level, but make sure it is stable to prevent movement during operation.) Point the handle to the north (this will speed up search time). 2. Connect coax cable from the VuQube to the SATELLITE IN port on your receiver. 3. Go to OPERATION on page 4. Satellite TV subscription service also required.
Section 2 OPERATION IMPORTANT! For satellite acquisition, there must be a clear “line of sight” to the southern sky. Mountains, buildings, trees, telephone poles, etc. can all block the satellite signal from reaching the antenna (inside the VuQube). NOTE: Pressing and releasing buttons on the remote control will produce an electronic click. SATELLITE ACQUISITION 1.
6. When signal strength appears, stop rotating the antenna. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrows as necessary to maximize the satellite signal. For DISH and Bell TV, verify the signal meter screen shows the correct satellite. 7. Press POWER again to turn the VuQube remote OFF. (The remote turns off automatically after 90 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) 8. Exit the Signal Meter Screen to download the guide and view your programming.
Section 3 AUTOMATIC SATELLITE SWITCHING FOR DISH AND BELL TV The satellite TV channels you watch may be broadcast from more than one satellite. When selecting a channel that is broadcast from a different satellite, the VuQube antenna must switch to the new satellite in order for you to view that channel. The VuQube can be configured to automatically switch between satellites.
STEP A: CHECK SWITCH TEST (Before satellite acquisition) 1. Disconnect the coax from “SAT IN” on the back of your receiver. 2. Turn on your TV and receiver. 3. On your receiver’s remote, press (MENU, 6, 1, 1) to display the signal meter screen. 4. Highlight “Check Switch” and press SELECT. Note: Some receivers may prompt you to select “Check Switch” a second time to initiate the test. Screen graphics may vary. 5. Make sure “Superdish” and “Alternate” boxes are NOT selected.
STEP B: SATELLITE ACQUISITION Determine which satellites you wish to switch between, and for each satellite listed, follow steps B-1, B-2 and B-3. WHEN COMPLETE, GO TO PAGE 9, STEP C. Example for DISH SD: •C hoose the 110 satellite on your receiver screen (Step B-1), lock onto it (Step B-2), and then store it in position 1 (Step B-3). •C hoose the 119 satellite on your receiver screen (Step B-1), lock onto it (Step B-2), and then store it in position 2 (Step B-3).
STEP C: CHECK SWITCH TEST IMPORTANT! BEFORE RUNNING THE CHECK SWITCH TEST, YOU MUST FIRST LOCK ON AND STORE THE DESIRED SATELLITE LOCATIONS TO MEMORY IN THE CORRECT ORDER AS SHOWN IN STEP B, AND THEN PROGRAM THE VUQUBE FOR THE PROPER SWITCHING MODE AS SHOWN BELOW. NOTE: For automatic satellite switching, King Controls recommends using a DISH model 311 receiver for DISH SD, and a DISH model ViP211z, ViP211k, ViP211 or 411 receiver for DISH SD and HD.
Example: Mode A2 is chosen 4. Press and hold the MODE button until the segments on the display all start turning black. hen all of the segments turn black, “AUTO” will appear, W and the display will return to its normal condition, displaying the current elevation of the antenna and the direction it is pointing. RUN CHECK SWITCH TEST 5. Run the check switch test again following steps 3-6 in STEP A on page 7. Your receiver will perform a check switch test. (This process will take several minutes.
DISH SD and HD DISH SD and HD Alternate NO “X”s MUST SHOW “SW64” DISH SD Bell SD and HD MUST SHOW “SW21” NO “X”s Page 11
Section 4 Page 12 ELEVATION MAPS
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: If you cannot lock onto the correct satellite, it is most likely that an object is blocking the signal. If this is the case, move the VuQube to have an unobstructed view of the southern sky. ERROR CODES EO POSSIBLE REASON Remote is unable to send commands to antenna. COURSE OF ACTION Turn remote OFF, wait 5 seconds, and turn back ON. Make sure receiver is turned ON. Make sure coax from antenna is connected to receiver. Move remote closer to antenna.
Section 6 SECURITY FEATURE The VuQube can be secured to an object using a padlock and cable (not included) to deter theft. Section 7 ACCESSORIES Visit your local dealer or call King Controls to order.
Section 8 MAINTENANCE The VuQube Satellite System is designed to be maintenance and trouble free. For optimum signal strength, keep the enclosure clean from dirt, bugs, and other debris. Periodic washing of the enclosure with mild soap and water is recommended. IMPORTANT! Do not power wash the VuQube. If you plan on not using your VuQube for long periods of time, it is recommended that the system be put through a search procedure on a quarterly basis to keep all moving parts in good working order.
Section 9 FCC USER INFORMATION Main Components VuQube Antenna VuQube Remote Model #: VQ1 FCC ID: UUM433A IC: 6873A-443A Model #: VQ1R FCC ID: UUM433RA IC: 6873A-443RA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Section 10 LIMITED WARRANTY Every new VuQube Satellite System is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory, and is covered by the following one year parts limited warranty from the date of original purchase: • One year parts warranty: The customer is not responsible for the cost of replacement parts if the original part is determined to be defective under the terms of the warranty. The customer is responsible for the cost of replacement parts after one year.
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