Automatic Roof-Mounted Satellite TV Antenna www.winegard.com/mobile For Technical Services, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-788-4417 For Receivers and Programming, call 1-866-609-9374 DO NOT RETURN ANTENNA TO PLACE OF PURCHASE. For up-to-date information on receiver compatibility and programming, visit www.winegard.
Specifications • Supports up to two single or one dual receiver • Depending on receiver type and location, can access the following satellites: DISH Western Arc: 110°, 119°, 129° DISH Hybrid: 110°, 119°, 61.5° DISH Eastern Arc: 61.5°, 72°, 77° DIRECTV®:119° or 101° (will not receive ® Safety Recommendations • Elevation range 15° to 65° • Azimuth +360° (0-692°) • UV-protected plastic dome • Compact size 20” diameter, 12.9” height Shipping size: 15 ¾” x 22 ½” x 22 ½” • Specifications for max amperage: 5.
Quick Reference Guide Installing Unit on Roof of Vehicle, Cont. The Mission antenna switch settings are preset for DIRECTV. If you have a DISH or Bell TV receiver, you must change the numbered switches found on the electronics box under the dome. DISH DIRECTV 3 4 5 6 7 1 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 = up 5 6 7 8 DISH Hybrid 1 = down 8 4 Key Bell TV 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 of the dome is on or parallel to the centerline of the vehicle.
Installing the Cables Installing the Dome 1 Connect the quick disconnect power cable to the quick disconnect socket on the back of the RoadTrip Mission unit. See Figure 4 below. Figure 4 Note: this is not required for DIRECTV Installation. This is only required if the dome has been removed to change the switch settings (see page 3). 1 2 Line up the holes in the dome with the holes in the RoadTrip Mission base.
DISH Receiver Setup DISH Receiver Setup Before turning the Mission antenna on, follow the steps below to clear out any existing receiver settings. If your receiver differs from the options shown, you may need to consult your receiver manual. The wording and display used in your receiver may differ slightly. 4 Move over to select Check Switch. 5 Select Test. For help, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-788-4417 1 Before starting, disconnect coax cable from “Sat In” on back of receiver.
DISH Satellite Coverage, Cont. Receiver Recommendations The Mission antenna will operate with most DISH receivers. Winegard does not recommend using receivers with hard drives not recommended by the manufacturer for mobile applications. Winegard recommends using a single tuner DISH receiver. DISH satellite 61.5° & 129° coverage map DISH Satellite Coverage The antenna will locate and toggle between satellites 110°, 119° and 129° in Western Arc Mode.
DIRECTV Receiver Setup DIRECTV Receiver Setup If your receiver differs from the options shown, you may need to consult your receiver manual. The wording and display used in your receiver may differ slightly. For more information on receiver compatibility and programming, visit www.winegard.com/receivers. 4 You may be required to press the DASH (-) before proceeding (underneath #7 on the remote). 5 Select 3-LNB (18”x20”) or 3 Satellites. If given the option of SWM or Multi-switch, select Multiswitch.
7 Errors may be displayed on the Installation Status screen. This is normal to see one or two boxes with an X instead of a . 10 The receiver will run Data Feed and Guide Feed Tests for a few moments. Select Continue. 8 Select Continue. 11 You will be prompted to set up the remote. Select Setup Remote Later to do this at a later time. 9 The program guide will download. 12 Select Watch DIRECTV. When the status bar reaches 100%, press Continue.
DIRECTV Satellite Coverage Operating the Mission Antenna The antenna will locate and toggle between satellites 101° and 119°. The Mission antenna will not operate in all areas where satellites 101° and 119° are available. The Mission antenna is not compatible with 110° or KA-band satellites 99° and 103°. Refer to the figure below for an operational coverage map of satellite 101° and 119°. Satellite coverage maps are based on level, stationary operation.
Troubleshooting WINEGARD MOBILE PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY (2 YEARS PARTS; 1 YEAR LABOR) Issue Possible Cause The antenna does not attempt to find a satellite, or it never moves. Verify power source is providing +12VDC to the antenna. Ensure that the quick disconnect power connector is fully seated and locked into the quick disconnect socket. The antenna continuously searches and eventually stops without ever acquiring any satellites.
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