Winegard Trav'ler Preinstallation Manual

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61 TRAV’LER ® Multi-Satellite HDTV Antennas I. Pre installation a. Introduction b. Tools required c. Safety d. Unpacking Unit e. Parts list II. Installation a. Roof location requirements b. TRAV’LER mount installation c. Cable e...

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62  Level  Tape measure  Drill with 5/16 ″ bit  1/2 ″ and 1-1/4″ hole saw  7/16 ″ open end wrench  #2 Phillips screwdriver  Caulk gun  Sealant (consult RV manufacturer for proper sealant) The t...

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63 Safety Unpacking Unit Install only in dry conditions. DO NOT attempt to install this system in the rain or under any wet conditions. Moisture may affect electronics and void your warranty! For best performance and to reduce sig...

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64 The minimum roof space required for the TRAV’LER is 43 ″ L x 24 ″ W. The operational space requires that no obstructions taller than 8 inches be mounted within 3 feet of the base. The unit must be level for best operation. Make sure th...

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65 It is important to find a location on the roof that provides enough space for the TRAV’LER antenna to operate. The TRAV’LER antenna has a front and a back and must be mounted correctly to avoid damage to the antenna or to the coach. Th...

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66 TRAV’LER Mount Installation Verify the “FRONT” of the transition plate is facing the front of the vehicle then place the mount on the roof where you plan to install it. Mark through the screw holes on the base so you can see them on the...

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67 Cable Entry Plate Installation Decide the best location for the cables to enter the vehicle. You will need to run:  A coaxial directly to each receiver location.  A control cable to the Internal Display unit. Drill a hole in the roof ...

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68 After completing the wiring, return to the roof. Follow the steps listed below.  Apply approved sealant around the outer edge of the hole.  Use the cable-entry plate and position it over the hole and cables.  Use the appropriat...

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69 Once the wires are run and the sealant has started to cure: Press the POWER button and hold for one second to turn the TRAV’LER interface box on. Then press ENTER and hold for two seconds or until the unit enters the menu mode. Press SELECT...

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70 WARNING: Pay attention to these pinch points as the antenna raises. Attach the reflector to the mounting bracket, using the nuts and bolts provided. Pinch Points Press POWER to stow the antenna to the travel position. Once the an...

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71 Congratulations! You have now completed installation of the Winegard TRAV’LER Satellite Antenna. Press and hold the power button for one second, and the dish will raise and begin its search routine. Once locked on the signal, the receive...

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72 TRAV’LER Multi-Satellite HDTV Antenna Notes 1. If a third receiver is used, connect coax C. Coax port C on the unit is disabled during the search mode. It may be easiest for most customers if they do not have the third receiver powered o...

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73 12. If the TRAV’LER antenna is up and will not come down, using the Controller, select Calibrate EL, YES, ENTER. The antenna is not broken. It has “gotten lost.” Calibrating EL will usually correct this problem. If it doesn’t, call Win...

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74 CL-SK26 Control Cable Extension 25’ extension power/communication cable for TRAV’LER antennas. Connects directly to the existing TRAV’LER power/communication cable to allow for runs up to 50’. SKA-004 Roller Plate Roller plate for...

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77 Note: All receivers using this switch must be DISH Pro Plus. Example: DP 311 is not compatible. DISH Pro Plus 44 Multi-Dish Switch Run Check Switch After you have connected your switch to the LNBFs and receivers in the syst...

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78 • For DISH Pro and DISH Pro Plus receivers, this screen should identify the installed switch as a DISH Pro Plus 44. You should see all of the satellites received by your system on the Satellite line, and the word All under the Dish Input n...

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79 • For non-DISH Pro receiver models 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, JVC D-VHS, 7100, and 7200, this screen should identify the installed switch as an SW21 4Sat. You should see all of the satellites received by your system from switch ports ...

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80 Wiring Diagrams The wiring diagram in this Guide omit cable drip loops and grounding for clarity. Make sure to use drip loops, and to ground the system per the National Electric Code (NEC) and all local electrical codes.. ...

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81 Figure 7. Additional DISH Pro Plus 44 Switches ...

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82 WINEGARD TRAV’LER SK-1000 DISH Network Dish 1000.2 Wiring Diagram (Cont.) ...

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83 Notes: 1. Dish Pro Plus Separator is required for dual tuner Dish Pro Plus Receivers and will allow use of only 1 cable run to the receiver. Refer to “DP_Plus_Separator.pdf” file for additional details. 2. Refer to “DISH_Pro_P...

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84 WINEGARD TRAV’LER SK-3005 DIRECTV Slimline Wiring Diagram Notes: 1. A Zinwell WB616 can be substituted for the WB68 to expand the outputs from 8 to 16. Please refer to the “Zinwell WB616 manual.pdf” or “Zinwell ...

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85 WINEGARD TRAV’LER SK-3003 DIRECTV Triple Wiring Diagram Notes: 1. A Zinwell WB616 can be substituted for the WB68 to expand the outputs from 8 to 16. Please refer to the “Zinwell WB616 manual.pdf” or “Zinwell WB68 man...

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