RV DIGITAL SATELLITE ANTENNA
with Digital Elevation Sensor
Model RM-DM46
may also be packaged as
RM-DM00, RMDM04, RMFLDM4
For Technical Services, call 1-800-788-4417
For Receivers and Programming, call 1-866-609-9374
DO NOT RETURN ANTENNA TO PLACE OF PURCHASE.
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, IA 52601 • 800-288-8094 • Fax 319-754-0787
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To order receivers or programming, please call the Winegard receiver hotline at 1-866-609-9374.
Tuning Antenna
Operation
STEP 1. The more accurately you determine North, the easier it is to locate the satellite. Step outside and away
from your vehicle. (Standing too near to your vehicle can give incorrect compass readings.) It is helpful if there is
a landmark on the horizon to represent North. Return to the vehicle and point the directional dial North or to the
STEP 1. Your receiver should indicate it is receiving a signal. To tune your antenna for the best signal strength,
slowly move the antenna left, then right, until you have found the position that gives the highest signal strength. It is
important to turn the antenna slowly. Because the signal is digital, the receiver takes a few seconds to lock on.
landmark.
Figure 1
STEP 2. Place rotation clamp in the LOCK position. This prevents antenna movement and loss of signal.
Directional Handle
Elevating Crank
(unsnap to pull handle down)
2 4 0
STEP 3. Slowly raise then lower the antenna until you have peaked the signal. You are now ready to watch satellite TV!
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Lowering Antenna to Travel Position
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STEP 1. Set the rotation clamp to ROTATE position.
50
Directional Dial
40
310
STEP 2. Rotate antenna until pointer on directional handle aligns with the red screw on the rotation clamp.
20
330
Directional Handle Pointer
Red screw
STEP 3. Turn elevating crank counterclockwise in direction of DOWN arrow until meeting resistance. The number of
turns will vary according to the elevation angle the antenna was set at.
Rotation Clamp
STEP 4. Move rotation clamp to the LOCK position. Antenna is now locked in travel position.
STEP 5. Snap elevation crank in place.
STEP 2. Turn on receiver and television. Tune the television to channel 3 or 4. Using your receiver manual for
instructions, go to the Signal Meter screen. Enter nearest zip code for your location using receiver’s remote control.
After the zip code is entered, the receiver will indicate numbers for azimuth (compass heading) and elevation.
Unsnap the elevating crank, and turn the elevation handle CLOCKWISE to raise the antenna. Turn the elevating crank
COUNTERCLOCKWISE to lower the antenna.
CAUTION! NEVER LOWER ANTENNA IN ANY POSITION EXCEPT TRAVEL POSITION!
DOs
STEP 3. Press the button on the Winegard digital display wall plate. If antenna is in travel position, the display will
1. Do check parking location for obstructions before raising antenna.
show LL for Low Limit. HL for High Limit will appear when the dish is in up position.
2. Do carefully raise, lower and rotate antenna. If difficult, check for cause.
STEP 4. Crank the elevation handle to raise antenna. Stop cranking when the readout displays the correct elevation
for your location, which is found on the receiver’s signal meter screen.
3. Do rotate slowly when searching for the satellite(s), and check fine tuning on TV set to make sure it is properly
adjusted.
4. Do lower antenna before moving vehicle!
STEP 5. Rotate antenna slowly until the correct satellite signal is acquired. NOTE: Rotate 3°, then stop. DO NOT rotate
continuously, even if you are rotating slowly. If you notice the elevation angle has changed, it could be due to the
following reasons:
5. Do activate programming by calling program provider for your receiver.
1. RV is not parked level.
2. Antenna is mounted to a slightly sloped RV roof. (This is not a problem.)
DON’Ts
When you have rotated the antenna so it is facing in approximately the right azimuth (compass direction), simply
adjust to correct elevation, and continue searching for signal.
1. Don’t move RV/coach with the antenna in the UP position. This will void your warranty and may also cause
damage to your roof.
When you have detected the satellite signal, adjust the antenna up/down and left/right for the strongest signal the
receiver displays. Due to variations in receivers and installation methods, you may find the elevation numbers (after
peaking on the strongest signal) no longer match what the receiver recommended. This is normal. The elevation
sensor should always get you close enough to pick up a signal to peak on. If the display turns off while you’re
searching, just push the button for another minute of operation. After a little practice, finding the signal may only take
30 to 50 seconds.
2. Don’t force elevating crank up or down. Check for cause of trouble.
3. Don’t rotate directional handle hard against stops.
4. Don’t apply paint over top of base plate or anywhere on lift.
5. Don’t apply sealant on gear housing.
Replacement Parts
For replacement parts, contact Winegard Company at 1-800-288-8094 (credit card orders only, $5.00 minimum order).
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Troubleshooting
Assembly & Installation
Supplies Needed
Screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)
1-3/4” hole saw
Figure 2
Antenna Reflector at 90°
1. You may need to rotate the dish in small increments to find
the signal. Rotate the dish 3° at a time to the left, stopping for
a few seconds each time you move the dish. Try moving the
dish up to 20° to the left. If no signal is found, return to the
azimuth listed and try rotating 20° to the right. This will help
correct for any errors in setting the directional handle.
ABS glue
Drill with 1/8” bit
Tape measure
Non-hardening sealant
(Check manufacturer’s specifications
for compatibility with your roof.)
7/16” wrench
Winegard’s Digital Elevation Sensor has been
INSTALLED and CALIBRATED at the factory.
2. Be sure you have a clear line of sight. The signal from the
satellite(s) will not pass through trees, buildings, mountains,
etc. Remember the antenna has a 24° offset; this means that
when the antenna is straight up and down (90°), it is looking
24° into the sky. See Figure 2.
24° look angle
LNBF
STEP 1. Choose a location on the roof for the dish that will allow the dish to raise and rotate without interfering with
other roof-mounted equipment. Make sure inside ceiling plate is easily accessible and with no obstructions that
would interfere with operation.
Figure 3 shows minimum distance (10”) antenna should be located from edge of vehicle roof. It is recommended
that you check with your dealer or manufacturer for provisions that may have been made in the roof for antenna
mounting, such as a reinforced roof area or pre-wire installation from the factory.
3. Check that the TV set is tuned for the correct channel, 3 or 4
(same channel as output of receiver).
Figure 3
4. Check that you have entered the correct zip code of your
current location. If the zip code is wrong, the antenna will be
looking in the wrong direction or at the wrong elevation for
the satellite signal.
The antenna must be level for proper
operation!
Winegard Model RW-5000 roof wedge with gasket is
available. If inside roof wedge is needed, Winegard
Model RW-1000 can be trimmed to fit ceiling plate.
5. Check connections at the receiver, TV, and antenna.
6. Check the TV. Does it receive pictures from off-air television stations/VCR?
7. Re-tune system for best picture. See page 3.
STEP 2. Position template on roof (see insert page of
this manual). CAUTION: DO NOT drill through wiring.
Carefully drill a 1-3/4” hole through roof and ceiling of
vehicle. Inspect hole to make sure wiring is intact. See
roof template insert.
8. Inspect the antenna, making sure it has not been damaged. If the antenna is even slightly bent, the receiver may
not receive the signal.
9. Contact Dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
It is highly recommended the antenna be mounted
on the center line of the roof. Do not mount antenna
closer than 10” from roof edge.
LCD DISPLAY CODES
If Antenna Does Not Rotate or Is Difficult to Rotate
HL
LL
Lo
Er
--
High Limit
Low Limit
Battery Low
Error
19.50”
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Be sure the mount has not been damaged.
2. Check for caulking between gear housing and base plate.
3. Be sure cables are not binding and that they have been installed properly.
4. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
29”
34” DIAMETER
OPERATING
AREA
Initializing
NOTE: Initialization may take up to
5 seconds.
RW-5000
Roof Wedge
with gasket
17” RADIUS
If Antenna Does Not Raise or Is Difficult to Raise
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Be sure the mount has not been damaged.
MINIMUM
10”
Vehicle Roof
2. Check for caulking on the elevating shaft.
Interior
Roof Wedge
(Optional)
3. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
Antenna Controls
NOT TO SCALE
FRONT OF VEHCILE
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STEP 3. Attach dish to backup. Use bolts and nuts
provided. See Figure 4.
Figure 4
(4) Antenna
Mounting Bolts
Digital Elevation Sensor Roof Connections
The illustrations below different methods of connecting wires at roof level; method will depend on model.
Wire colors must med, green to green, black to black.
STEP 4. Mount dish on roof in upright position. Rotate
clockwise to stop (Figure 5). Dish will be toward back
of vehicle when in stowed or travel position. The word
FRONT is embossed on the base and should face the
front of vehicle. Secure to roof using screws (provided).
The travel bracket should be mounted to roof 6-1/8”
from base of dish, toward back of vehicle. See Figure 6.
Supplied with DM-2000 only
3M UR TERMINAL
cts to the digital
ntenna.
Squeeze pliers until
red plunger is flush
with rest of terminal.
(Pliers not supplied.)
DO NOT STRIP
wires. Terminal
Snap
is self-stripping.
connec
together
Slide wires all the way in.
NOTE: This terminal is weatherproof
and can be left outside on the roof IF
SECURED PROPERLY to prevent wind
whipping.
NOTE: Apply non-hardening sealing compound to
screw heads, coax access hole and edge of gasket
under mount base.
WEATHERPROOF
utside on the roof.
(4) 1/4-20
Hex Nuts
Install the vent tube on the back of the mount base (the
side opposite the word FRONT). The hole for the vent
tube is shown in Figure 6A. CAUTION: DO NOT seal
hole in vent tube. Put sealant around the outside of the
vent tube, approximately 1/2” from end. Push vent tube
into the hole. The sealant will seal the hole as you push
in vent tube. Leave approximately 2 to 2-1/2” of the vent
tube extending from the hole. Put a small amount of
sealant on the roof under the vent tube end to hold in
place.
Inside RV
For roof thickness greater than 6-1/2”.
Parts Needed: (not included)
14” worm gear for roof
Directional handle extension
Long threaded rod
Figure 10
Figure 5
Directional
Handle Length
(Figure 9)
Threaded
Rod
Length
Worm Gear
Shaft Length
(Figure 11)
Roof
Thickness
Figure 8
Rotate
clockwise
to stop.
Threaded Rod,
Washer and Nut
1-1/2”................2-7/8” ................. 2-3/4”................. 2-7/8”
1-3/4”................3-1/4” ................. 3” ....................... 3-1/8”
2”......................3-1/2” ................. 3-1/4”................. 3-1/2”
2-1/4”................3-7/8................... 3-1/2”................. 3-7/8”
2-1/2”................4-1/8” ................. 3-3/4”................. 4-1/8”
2-3/4”................4-1/2” ................. 4” ....................... 4-1/2”
3”......................4-3/4” ................. 4-1/4”................. 4-3/4”
3-1/4”................5”........................ 4-5/8”................. 4-7/8”
3-1/2”................5-1/4” ................. 4-7/8”................. 5-1/8”
3-3/4”................5-5/8” ................. 5-1/4”................. 5-1/2”
4”......................5-3/4” ................. 5-1/2”................. 5-3/4”
4-1/4”................6-1/8” ................. 5-3/4”................. 6-1/8”
4-1/2”................6-1/2” ................. 6” ....................... 6-1/4”
4-3/4”................6-5/8” ................. 6-1/8”................. 6-3/8”
5”......................6-7/8” ................. 6-3/8”................. 6-5/8”
5-1/4”................7-1/8” ................. 6-5/8”................. 7”
5-1/2”................7-3/8” ................. 6-7/8”................. 7-1/4”
5-3/4”................7-5/8” ................. 7-1/4”................. 7-1/2”
6”......................7-7/8” ................. 7-1/2”................. 7-3/4”
6-1/4”................8-1/8” ................. 7” ....................... 8”
6-1/2”................8-1/2” ................. 7-3/4”................. 8-1/4”
6 3/4”................8 3/4”.................. 8” ................... 8 1/2”
7” ..................9” .................... 8 1/4” ................. 8 7/8”
7-1/4”................9-3/8” ................. 8 5/8” ................. 9 1/8
7-1/2”................9-5/8” ................. 8 7/8” ................. 9 3/8
7-3/4”................9-7/8” ................. 9 1/8” ................. 9 5/8
8” ..................10-1/8” ............... 9 3/8” ................. 10
8-1/4”................10-3/8” ............... 9 5/8” ................. 10 1/4
8-1/2”................10-3/4” ............... 9 7/8” ................. 10 3/8
8-3/4”................11” .................. 10” ................. 10 5/8
9” ..................11-1/4” ............... 10-1/4”............... 11
9-1/4”................11-1/2” ............... 10-5/8”............... 11 1/4
9-1/2”................11-3/4” ............... 10 7/8”............... 11 1/2
9-3/4”................12” ................. 11 1/8”............... 11 3/4
10” ................12-3/8” ............... 11 3/8”............... 12
10-1/4”..............12-5/8” ............... 11 5/8”............... 12 1/4
10-1/2”..............12-7/8” ............... 11 7/8”............... 12 1/2
Measure 24” of coax
at plastic fastener on
left side of feed arm.
(See Step 5.)
Instructions:
STEP 8. Place nut on threaded rod. See Figure 8.
Figure 6
Base Plate
STEP 9. Measure and cut the threaded rod with a
hacksaw. Use the chart (Figure 10) to determine the
correct length.
No cable clamps on
this part of cable.
STEP 10. Remove the nut over the cut end of the
threaded rod. This cleans the threads after cutting.
Install cable entry plate 3”
minimum from mount base.
STEP 11. Thread the cut end of the rod into the hub.
Figure 6A
STEP 12. Install the ceiling plate. The rotate/lock lever
must point toward the rear of the vehicle.
Another Method of Installing Roof/Cable Entry Plate
Attach cable to roof using cable clamps. Use sealant to
seal screw heads.
Be sure rotate/lock lever is pointing towards the rear
of the vehicle and that the hole in ceiling plate aligns
with hole in the ceiling.
CAUTION: DO NOT GET sealing compound between
base plate and rotating gear housing. DO NOT PAINT
top of base plate or around rotating gear housing.
Refer to the chart to determine the correct length for
the directional handle. Extensions may be needed. Each
extension adds 2-1/4” to directional handle. DO NOT cut
the extension. If the directional handle must be extended
by less than 2-1/4”, cut the directional handle to fit.
STEP 5. Facing the front of the dish, note the coax
attached to the side of the feed arm. Measure 24” coax
from this point. DO NOT CUT. Put coax around mount
base, Figure 5.
A tube cutter is recommended for cutting the
directional handle. This gives a square cut; a hacksaw
does not.
Figure 7
STEP 6. Apply approved sealing compound over
mounting screw heads in base plate.
Cable Entry Plate
#10 x 1” Screws
Be sure large and small keyways line up in the hub and
directional handle!
CE-2000
STEP 7. Feed coax through the roof using cable entry
plate (included). See Figure 7. Weatherproof the cable
entry by applying sealant under lip of cable entry
plate and where cable enters roof. Attach plate to roof
with screws provided. Apply sealant over screws and
around edge of roof-thru plate, making sure cable entry
is sealed. If downlead connection is made on top of
roof, make sure to weatherproof connection!
Figure 9
DIRECTIONAL
HANDLE
Down lead
HANDLE
LENGTH
Down lead
connects to
satellite receiver
FS-8100
Male-to-male
F-connector
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STEP 15. The directional handle and threaded rod will
fit roofs up to 5¼” thick. If you are using wedges to
compensate for roof/ceiling slope, be sure to allow for
this extra thickness. You may add an extension to the
directional handle for thicker roofs. Each extension will
increase the length of the directional handle by 2¼”.
See Figure 11.
Figure 12
Figure 15
CAUTION!
Plastic Plug
After initial installation, the antenna SHOULD
ROTATE APPROXIMATELY 360° FROM
TRAVEL POSITION.
Spacer
Spring
The pointer on the directional handle should
point towards the RED SCREW ON THE
ROTATION CLAMP when in the TRAVEL
POSITION.
Figure 11
WITH ROOF WEDGE
Measure from top of
roof wedge to ceiling.
Elevating Shaft
TOP OF ROOF
WEDGE
Figure 14
Worm
Gear
Threaded
Rod
Threaded Tube
CEILING
2 4 0
Ceiling
Plate
Directional Handle
Extension
WITHOUT ROOF WEDGE
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Directional
Handle
Measure from top of
roof to ceiling.
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50
Ceiling Plate
40
310
TOP OF ROOF
20
330
Rotation
Clamp
Cutting Shaft Length
CEILING
(4) #10 Phillips
Flat Head Screws
Red Screw
Flip down handle on the elevating crank handle. Slide
elevating crank handle up shaft until snug against the
directional handle.
Pointer must
point to RED
SCREW at
CENTER OF
ROTATION
CLAMP when
in travel
Directional Handle
Mark the elevating shaft at the inside bottom surface of
crank handle housing (Figure 13).
ALIGN POINTER
WITH ANTENNA
TRAVEL POSITION
STEP 16. Press the directional handle onto the hub.
Point arrow on the directional handle towards the
rotate/lock lever to orient to the splines.
After removing crank handle, cut
shaft at mark. Re-install crank.
POINT TO
BACK OF RV
Elevating Crank
Handle
position.
STEP 17. Install the washer and nut on the threaded
rod. Tighten the nut enough to snug the directional
handle to the hub.
Figure 13
(When installed,
extends 2-1/4”
from ceiling.) Snap
Handle into base
when not in use.
Elevating Shaft
STEP 18. IF YOU ARE USING AN EXTENSION,
adjust the total length of the directional handle and
extension by cutting the directional handle.
Figure 16
After adjusting parts for proper roof thickness, glue
the extension to the directional handle. Use ABS
(plastic pipe) glue.
CAUTION!
Cut elevating shaft at
surface of crank handl
housing; shaft goes th
the hex-shaped opening by
the screw.
The antenna must be in the travel position
before aligning the directional handle and
ceiling plate!
NOTE: For roofs over 5¼” thick, a longer aluminum
hex shaft is needed. Contact Winegard for this part.
TIGHTEN SCREW SNUGLY!
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Figure 17
Digital Elevation Sensor Interior Wall plate
Parts List
STEP 19. See Figure 17. If using the SM-1000 surface
mount box, feed cable through hole in box.
Cable and plug from
roof sensor unit;
plugs into sensor
STEP 20. Connect wires coming from sensor on roof to
wall plate display in vehicle. It is important
to properly connect the wires at the roof
and the wall plate. (Plug will click when
inserted properly.) The system is
designed to use a 9 volt battery OR
+12 VDC from vehicle. Do not use
Sensor to readout cable
both! IMPROPER WIRING WILL
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
Readout assembly
See Figure 18.
SM-1000
Surface Mount Box
STEP 21. Pressing the button when
the antenna is in a vertical position should display 24
(+1°). The display will automatically turn off after 1
minute.
RP-RM46
(Includes dir.
handle extension
and dir. handle)
STEP 22. Check connectors and cable entry points. Be
sure these areas are properly sealed to prevent water
damage.
Screw
Figure 18
STEP 26. Rotate antenna VERY SLOWLY until correct
satellite signal is acquired. Rotate 3°, and stop. DO NOT
rotate continuously even if you’re rotating slowly. If
the elevation angle has changed, it could be due to the
following:
Snap battery in
place, making sure
battery terminals are
firmly seated on wall
plate terminals.
• Vehicle is not parked level.
• Antenna system mounted on slightly sloped roof. If
this is the reason, after you have rotated the antenna to
the approximately correct compass direction, adjust to
correct elevation and continue search.
Based on 5 minutes a day of usage, standard new alkaline
batteries should last 88 days.
OPERATION (Also on pages 2–3)
STEP 23. Using satellite receiver, find correct elevation
for your location. See the receiver manual for details of
setup information.
Vent Tube
Note: When you have found the satellite signal, adjust
the antenna up/down and right/left for the strongest
signal your receiver displays. Due to variation in
receivers and installation methods, you may find the
elevation numbers after peaking on strongest signal no
longer match what the receiver display recommended.
This is normal. The elevation sensor should always
get you close enough to pick up a signal to peak on. If
display turns off while you’re searching, just push the
button for another minute of operation. With a little
practice, most users find the signal in 30 to 50 seconds.
STEP 24. Press button on Winegard digital display wall
plate. If antenna is in travel position, the display will
show LL for Low Limit.
STEP 25. Crank elevation handle to raise antenna.
Stop when readout displays correct elevation for your
location. (Found on receiver setup menu.)
Hub
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Parts List
Parts Views
RP-RM00
(Does not
include LNB
or Elevation
Sensar)
RP-35RM
Carriage Bolt
(not shown)
Backup Frame
Pivot Bracket
Washer
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Notes
Notes
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