®
W IN E G A R D
TM
Movin’ View
Automatic Digital Satellite Mobile Antenna
Model MV-0500
Made in the U.S.A.
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000
Printed in U.S.A. © Winegard Company 2002 2451018
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Parts Included • Tools Needed • How to Unpack
About this manual —
We hope this manual will provide clear instructions to install and operate the MV-0500.
Two symbols have been used —
Indicates suggestions to make
processes easier for you.
Indicates caution should be taken!
!
PARTS INCLUDED:
1 Radome
1 Cable entry plate
3 base mounting feet
1 Power switch
2 Wall plates (white & brown)
1 Surface mount bracket
2 Cable clamps
1 large yellow spade connector
2 small red spade connectors
All required screws and washers
1 base with electronics, dish, dual LNBF
1 tube silicone
TOOLS NEEDED FOR UNPACKING & INSTALLATION:
7/16” open end wrench
1/2” Open end wrench
Crimping tool for coax connections
Crimping tool for electrical connections
Small blade screw driver
Level
Drill w/3/4” bit
1-1/4” hole saw (if mounting switch in wall)
5/16” Socket for roof screws
1/8” Allen wrench
Pliers
Sealant (consult RV manufacturer for proper type for
your roof material)
LIFT UNIT STRAIGHT UP
UNPACKING THE UNIT
1. Open box and remove packing material.
If using knife to open
carton, BE CAREFUL.
Do not cut the dome on
!
the unit.
2. Lift unit out of box vertically. Do not turn box and
“roll” out, or turn upside down to remove.
USE 2 PEOPLE
when removing the unit
from the carton.
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Installation Diagram
FIGURE 1
FRONT OF VEHICLE
LEVELING
SCREW
ADJUSTABLE
BASE FOOT
REFLECTOR
ADJUSTABLE
BASE FOOT
LEVELING
SCREW
CONTROL
UNIT
GPS ANTENNA
POWER
SUPPLY
HEYCO®
CONNECTORS
LEVELING
SCREW
REAR BASEFOOT
MUST DIRECTLY
FACE REAR OF
VEHICLE
BACK OF
VEHICLE
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Installation
Installing unit on roof of vehicle —
6. On each foot, screw the flange nut to the base of
the leveling screw on the mounting foot, flange up.
Place rubber washer, with the rubber side up, on
the nut, Figure 2. Push mounting foot under base.
Push foot screw through the base and tighten lock
nut to secure foot to base. Be sure the base feet are
pointing away from the base. Base feet will be re-
moved later during install.
Install in DRY conditions only!
!
IMPORTANT! Do not install this system
in the rain, or under any wet conditions. Moisture
may affect electronics and void your warranty!
1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisi-
tion time, park vehicle on a level surface.
FIGURE 2
2. Select a level spot on your roof for installation.
• The unit should be no more than +/-1° off level.
• Be sure no roof-mounted equipment is
LEVELING SCREW
MOUNTING
blocking the satellite “line of sight.”
RUBBER WASHER
FOOT
• You will need to decide where the wires will enter
the vehicle. A coax and an 18 gauge power wire
will need to be placed in the vehicle. The power
wire will go to the nearest +12 VDC power source;
the coax will be routed through the demulitplexer to
your satellite receiver. These wires should be hidden.
FLANGE NUT
(FLANGE UP)
7. After selecting location for unit (see step 2),
put the unit on the centerline of the coach.
REAR MOUNTING FOOT MUST FACE
DIRECTLY OFF REAR OF VEHICLE,
Figure 1. There is a 30 foot power cord and 30
foot coax cable going through the Heyco® con-
nectors on the base.
3. Remove screws holding dome to base and remove
dome. Place dome in safe spot to avoid damage. Place
base on vehicle roof in the location selected.
4. Remove wire ties used for shipping. There are
three; one on each side of the reflector and one at the
the rear of the reflector holding down the counter-
weight. See Figure 1, page 4.
Placing the rear base bracket on the centerline,
facing the rear of the vehicle, will center the unit.
5. Determine which programming you will be using.
This will determine how you set your switches.
For DISH NetworkTM set
switches to 119°.
8. Using the chart,
determine the
minimum distances to
other equipment.
Measure these
Obstruction Ht. Unit Clearance
8” .......................................... 4”
10” ................................... 11.5”
12” ...................................... 19”
15” ...................................... 32”
distances as
demonstrated in Figure 3.
For DIRECTV® set switches to 101°.
For ExpressVuTM set switches 092°.
FIGURE 3
UNIT BASE
If you have trouble seeing the numbers,
try using a magnifying glass!
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Installation
ROOF INSTALLATION, continued
GPS installation —
9. Place the unit on the roof in its permanent location
and mark around the base bracket, Figure 4. (Make
sure the rear adjustable base foot is directly facing
the back of the coach.)
The GPS antenna is pre-wired and has a 3 foot cable
running through one of the Heyco® connectors.
When deciding where to place GPS antenna, DO
NOT SECURE! After wiring the receiver and initializ-
ing your system, you will need to test the system
(“Initializing and replacing dome” on page 8).
FIGURE 4
Determine location for GPS antenna. It is recom-
mended you place the GPS antenna between unit base
and side edge of vehicle, 90° from rear mounting
bracket, Figure 6.
The recommended location for the GPS antenna is
based on having a level location and a clear view of
the sky. If another location, further from the base, is
desired, loosen the Heyco connector and pull out addi-
tional wire in the base. You must re-wrap and re-tie
the GPS cable inside the dome to prevent interfer-
ence with the LNBF. Failure to do so will result in
malfunction! Tighten Heyco connectors when done.
10. Clean roof area where the base feet will be
attached to the roof. Do not erase your marks!
11. Put approved sealant in the area under the base
feet. Place base foot on top of the sealant and
screw down using (2) #10 screws (provided) for
each base foot.
12. Unscrew the locknuts in the base and remove
the base from feet. Put the other (4) #10 screws
into the roof through the remaining holes in the
base feet.
13. After all base brackets are secured to roof, put
sealant on top of foot and screws. Place base on level-
ing screws located on base feet and install nut and
rubber washer on leveling screw.
IMPORTANT! The GPS must be located away from
obstructions on roof of vehicle and other obstructions
such as trees, tall buildings, etc. You must have a
clear view of the sky for proper operation.
FIGURE 6
FRONT OF VEHICLE
FIGURE 5
LEVELING
SCREW/FLANGE
BASE EXTERIOR
GPS
FOOT
ANTENNA
14. Leveling the base is done by tightening or loosen-
ing the flange nut under the base, Figure 5.
Use an electronic level to adjust base so there is no
more than +/- 1° off level in all directions. Place
level on base of unit if possible. (If your level will not
fit inside the base plate, place on outside edge.) Level
front to back and side to side. Raise and lower by ad-
justing flange nut under base. After leveling base,
secure inside base with rubber washer, rubber side
down toward base, and lock nut.
HEYCO®
CONNECTORS
REAR BASE FOOT
MUST DIRECTLY FACE
REAR OF VEHICLE
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Installation • Wiring
Cable entry installation —
INSTALLATION
1. Decide the location of the power on/off switch.
Be sure the switch is turned off before you begin!
1. Decide the best location for the cables to enter the
vehicle, and the location of the switch and receiver
(see “Installing the switch and receiver” below.) Drill
a 1/2” hole in the roof, push wires inside. Make
proper connections (remember you must have fil-
tered +12 VDC power source).
See diagram below.
Wall or panel mount: Drill 1-1/4” hole, pull wires
through wall or panel.
2. Place cable-entry plate over hole and cables. Screw
in place. Seal plate and screw holes with approved
sealant (not included).
Surface mount: Determine location and direction of
box. Mount box feed wire into one of the box open
ings.
FIGURE 7
Select plate cover (brown or white provided) and snap
the rocker switch into the switch plate. Be sure switch is
off!
CABLE-
ENTRY
PLATE
CABLE CLAMP -
EVERY12”-16”
3. Depending on the length of the cable on the roof,
you may need to use cable clamps or wire ties (not
provided) between the unit and your cable-entry plate.
Clamping the cable every 12”-16” should eliminate
any unnecessary cable movement, Figure 7.
2. Connect +12 VDC power from vehicle, using red
spade connector, to isolated spade on switch.
3. Connect red power wire from MV-0500 using red
spade connector to center spade on switch.
4. Connect vehicle ground and black ground wire,
using yellow spade connector, to silver spade on
switch.
FIGURE 8
INSTALLING THE POWER SWITCH DIAGRAM
ON/OFF ROCKER
WITH LIGHT
(SHOWN IN OFF
POSITION.)
STEP 4
STEP 2
TWO BLACK GROUND WIRES
1 FROM VEHICLE
FILTERED
+12 VDC
FROM
STEP 3
1 FROM MV-0500
MV-0500
RED POWER
WIRE
VEHICLE
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Installation • Wiring
Connecting the receiver —
Initializing & replacing the dome after
connecting the receiver(s) —
Connecting one receiver
1. Be sure vehicle is in a location free of all obstruc-
tions and with a clear view of the satellite.
1. Connect the coax cable from the MV-0500 to the
“SATELLITE IN” on the receiver.
2. DO NOT MOVE VEHICLE during the first initial-
ization. Power up unit, turn on receiver. FOR THE
FIRST TIME ONLY, the unit may take up to 10 min-
utes to initially find the satellite signal. The GPS is
also initializing at this time. After the GPS initializes,
the unit will begin searching for the correct satellite.
WIRING ONE RECEIVER
SATELLITE IN
SAT RECEIVER
3. If the GPS does not initialize at this time, turn off
the unit. You may need to move the GPS antenna to a
different location on your roof. After you move the
GPS, DO NOT SECURE TO ROOF.
Connecting two receivers
4. TEST YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE SECURING
THE GPS ANTENNA. Make sure the TV/receiver
have the correct satellite.
1. Connect the coax cable coming from the MV-0500
to the “ SATELLITE IN” input on the primary re-
ceiver. The primary receiver is the reciever used most
often.
5. After the correct satellite has been found, secure
GPS antenna by removing adhesive backing and se-
curing to roof.
2. Run a second cable through the empty Heyco open-
ing and connect to the ground block-type feed through
and connect the other end of this cable to “Satellite
IN” input on the second receiver.
6. Install dome. NOTE: After Heyco conmectors are
tightened, apply bead of silicone around the connec-
tor where the exterior hex nut touches the base and
around the cables where they enter the Heyco on the
exterior of the unit. See drawing below. If second
receiver is not used, apply silicone to seal center hole
of third Heyco. See drawing below.
WIRING TWO RECEIVERS
SATELLITE IN
HEYCO CONNECTOR
SAT RECEIVER
APPLY SILICONE BEAD
AT BASE OF HEYCO
CONNECTOR
SATELLITE IN
SAT RECEIVER
UNIT BASE
APPLY SILICONE BEAD IN
HOLE WHERE COAX ENTERS
GROUND BLOCK
CUSTOMER/INSTALLER
PROVIDES COAX
8. Before inserting screws on sides of dome, apply
silicone to ENTIRE oval slot in gasket AND to screw
threads, then insert screws and tighten. See drawing.
FILL OVAL
HREADS
ONE
ERTING
PRIMARY
RECEIVER
USED ONLY WITH
2 RECEIVERS
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Operation
Your new MV-0500 features:
• GPS technology
• Low maintenance
• Fast signal acquisition times
• Easy “one-button” operation
• Ability to toggle between satellites using
remote control, if subscribing to multi-
satellite programming
• Compatible with continental U.S. digital satel
lite receivers
• Winegard warranty
To operate your system —
4. If you do not have a signal after three minutes, be
sure there are no obstacles preventing signal acquisition.
(Trees, hill, buildings or other structures can block the
signal.) Move to an open area so your system can “see”
the satellite signal.
Vehicle must be parked.
1. Turn on receiver and television set. This unit
will not operate unless receiver is on. Be sure
your TV is turned to channel 3 or 4.
2. Turn your +12VDC power switch to ON posi-
tion.
3. Allow up to 3 minutes for signal location. Sat-
ellite signal acquisition will occur with normal
operating conditions.
NOTE: Acquisition time will be longer if the ve-
hicle has traveled more than 600 miles without the
unit in use. If you have traveled this distance
without using the unit, signal acquisition may
take up to five minutes.
To toggle between satellites when subscribing to multi-satellite programming—
DISH Network programming
The MV-0500 will toggle between two different
NOTE: This must be a DISH 500 system. These steps
must be done each time the receiver loses 110 VAC
power.
satellites. Both DIRECTV and DISH Network
have programming on more than one satellite.
When a channel is selected on the remote control
and it is not located on the satellite the unit is
currently on, the system on the vehicle will auto-
matically move to the new satellite.
1. Let unit acquire the satellite signal on satellite 119.
2. After signal has been acquired, press the MENU key on
the remote control or receiver.
3. Go into the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
DIRECTV programming
4. Go into the INSTALLATION menu.
1. There is NO SETUP required for DIRECTV.
When you request a channel located on a differ-
ent satellite, the unit will automatically move to
that satellite.
5. Go into the MULTI-DISH installation.
6. Scroll down to the CHECK SWITCH button and select.
7. The receiver will verify that you want to perform a
“Check switch.” Select CHECK.
8. The receiver will begin checking your switch by tog-
gling between transponders. When this is completed, a
message stating “satellite reception is verified” will show.
When it does, select OKAY. If this message does not ap-
pear, repeat steps 1 - 7.
9. Your system is now set up to toggle between satellites.
It will automatically move to correct satellite when chan-
nel is selected.
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Troubleshooting
the next steps. Voltage must be +12 VDC, except at the
LNBF, see Figure 9, page 11.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SIGNAL:
1. The signal may be blocked by trees, hills or
structures. Pull into an area where no trees or
buildings are in the line of sight from unit to the
satellites.
6. To check voltage at connections, see Figure 9 on
page 11. FOLLOW THE NUMERICAL SEQUENCE
ON THE DRAWING AND CHECK VOLTAGE AT:
#1. Power Supply.
2. Check your +12 VDC power switch. Make
sure it is in the ON position.
#2. LNBF voltage. Disconnect the coax cable from
the LNBF. Check voltage from the middle wire to
the shield. There should be +12 to +19 VDC. If no
voltage is present, make sure receiver is on and
check for +12 to +19 VDC at ends of gray coax
cable (remove at box junction).
#3. ‘Mini-cable’ connection voltage at Control Box.
#4. Coax cable at Control Box going to
Heyco connector.
3. Check your connections. The receiver must
be connected to the power and coax connected
from receiver to the satellite dish.
4. Check your power supply. The +12 VDC
power supply must be hooked up. Check for +12
VDC on the roof at the connector.
5. Is the rear adjustable base bracket facing the
rear of the vehicle? See Figure 1, page 4.
7. Are the rotary dip switches in the correct position (101
or 119 or 092)?
6. Loss of signal may also be caused by snow on
roof of vehicle.
8. If the unit still does not have a signal, power off and
power back on.
NOTE: The power rocker switch must be ON for
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Signal strength screen meter shows some
signal strength, but constantly moves up and
down, and is never locked on satellite.
Check your power voltage. You may have dirty
power. You must have a minimum of +12 VDC.
Make sure receiver is on and connected properly.
Check rotary dip switches for correct setting. (i.e.
DISH network 119°, DIRECTV 101°, etc.).
Unit continues to move, but never finds any signal.
The unit continues to move and the signal strength
screen shows that it is finding the satellites, but will
never lock onto any satellite. Continues to search.
Be sure the switches are set on the correct numbers —
see page 5, step 5.
The unit moves around in circles, then points off
the front of the coach.
The GPS is not acquiring a signal.
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Base Diagram
FRONT OF VEHICLE
FIGURE 9
REFLECTOR
CONTROL
UNIT
EL MOTOR
#2 LNBF
VOLTAGE
CONTROL UNIT
(DETAIL BELOW)
SWITCHES
GPS ANTENNA
EL
AZ
#4 COAX CABLE
GROUND
BLOCK
AT CONTROL
UNIT GOING TO
HEYCO
#3 CONTROL
UNIT TO LNBF
#1 POWER
SUPPLY
TO PRIMARY
RECEIVER
TO SECOND
RECEIVER
AZ MOTOR
TO +12 VDC
POWER SOURCE
BACK OF
VEHICLE
T
A
8-PIN
POWER
TO RECEIVER
TO LNBF
CONTROL
UNIT
DETAIL
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Specifications & Warranty
Features and specifications
• One button operation.
• 30’ power cable and 30’ coaxial cable included.
• GPS satellite signal acquisition.
• Manufactured from sturdy ABS plastic,
UV protected.
• Depending on receiver type, you can access
satellites 119°, 110° or 101°.
• Off-white color compatible with all vehicles.
• No user input required.
• Compact size —
32” diameter, 15” height
Weight of unit - 43 lbs.
Shipping weight - 59 lbs.
• No data port required for any receiver.
• Elevation range 17° to 75°;
azimuth +360°. (0 - 720°)
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product (excluding receiver) against any defects in materials or
workmanship within two (2) years from date of purchase. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim
is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (if unknown, please contact Winegard
Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000, telephone 319-754-0600).
Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the defective product at no charge to you. This warranty
covers parts, but does not cover any costs incurred in removal, shipping or reinstallation of the product. This limited
warranty does not apply if the product is damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: misuse, improper
installation, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modification of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard,
usage not in accordance with product instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or
corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain.
The Two Year Warranty is provided on the condition that the equipment is properly delivered with all handling and
freight charges prepaid to your Winegard dealer for repair or return to our factory at the above address. Winegard
dealers will arrange for the replacement or repair and return to you, without charge, the product which failed due to
defective material or workmanship.
WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD
OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any person whether in contract, tort or otherwise, and
Winegard shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damage or commercial loss, or from any other loss or
damage except as set forth above.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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