DirecTV D2 Advantage Lite, Installation And Troubleshooting Manuallines

Page 1: ...Installation and Troubleshooting Guidelines ...

Page 2: ...ed to service small MDU buildings that are 20 units or less It eliminates the need to install individual dishes while providing the full range of DIRECTV services including over 190 full time HD channels multi room viewing capabilities DIRECTV On Demand MediaShare local channels and international programming ...

Page 3: ...vidual units when installing a centralized distribution system Installation is simplified by utilizing existing technology and components Reduces overall equipment and labor costs vs traditional MDU and Dish on Balcony System is powered from each activated unit eliminating the cost and need for external power outlets Multiple programming packages and agreements Residents are eligible for nationall...

Page 4: ...contained unit that houses the SWiM distribution parts required to successfully install a customer The enclosure utilizes common components that are already deployed throughout the DIRECTV network Slimline KaKu ODU SL5 LNB World Direct International ODU ...

Page 5: ...D2 Lite Components Continued SWiM16 Module Band Stop Filter MDU version PI 29z Power Inserter ...

Page 6: ...losures require that a Band Stop Filter be installed on each APMT FEED as the unit homerun is installed and activated Failure to install the Band Stop Filters will cause service issues with existing installed customers and constitute a failed installation at inspection requiring a truck roll to resolve Version 1 Band Stop Filters Installed Version 2 Band Stop Filters Not Installed ...

Page 7: ...D2 Lite System Components V1 D2 Lite Enclosure V1 Holland HRD2 Splitters Band Stop Filters SWiM16 Module s Green Label SWiM Splitters Mini RG6 Coax Cabling ...

Page 8: ...D2 Lite System Components V2 D2 Lite Enclosure V2 SWiM16 Module s Mini RG6 Coax Cabling Holland HRD2 Splitters Green Label SWiM Splitters ...

Page 9: ...osure is shipped with one SWiM16 module fully installed and is pre wired for one additional SWiM16 module There are a total of 8 output ports available for use The ports are labeled APMT FEED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The ports with a next to them are wired to the SWiM splitters installed in the enclosure and will have a signal level approximately 4 5dBm lower than the other ports due to the loss of the SWi...

Page 10: ...k on the property Is the building between 2 and 20 units in size Do I have landlord permission Is there line of site for an ODU Is there already a D2 Lite enclosure installed If a D2 Lite enclosure is already installed the property does not have to be re qualified and the customer installation can be completed Is there a suitable location to install a D2 Lite enclosure ...

Page 11: ...tal slot 10 right of the 119 orbital slot World Direct International ODU when applicable Ensure there is adequate space and proper line of sight to install the ODU Locating a complaint ground source Local fire electrical code compliant NEC compliant A proper and thoroughly executed site survey is the foundation of a successful and hassle free installation Identifying obstacles and safety concerns ...

Page 12: ... installed Horizontally on a wall surface Properly installed on a NPRM Out of direct sunlight when possible Secure location Cannot be easily tampered with Out of direct line access of high traffic areas Cable Path from ODU to D2 Lite Enclosure Shortest possible distance Should not exceed 100 RG6 150 RG11 Cable Path from D2 Lite Enclosure to each unit Shortest possible distance Should not exceed 15...

Page 13: ... property owner agrees with ODU placement Cable routing from ODU to D2 Lite enclosure D2 Lite enclosure placement Cable routing from D2 Lite enclosure to customer units Provide detailed timeline for completion of the installation Provide regular updates on the progress of the installation ...

Page 14: ...lltraining com for additional information An AIM is required for the proper installation and alignment of the ODU s Mount as inconspicuously as possible Avoid the front side street facing of the building Unless other locations present safety hazards to persons equipment or property Line of sight cannot be obtained elsewhere SL5S and SL3S LNBs are not authorized and will NOT work with the D2 Lite s...

Page 15: ...l codes Whichever more stringent Use building house ground whenever possible Use a ground block to bond the ODU and D2 Lite enclosure to the building ground Ground block must be installed after the ODU and before the D2 Lite enclosure Should be located where the best access to a suitable ground location is Do NOT use an ODU attachment adjustment screw or bolt as the ground and or bond point Mainta...

Page 16: ...ntain proper bend radius of 2 75 5 5 diameter RG11 Copper Clad Steel CCS can be used if DIRECTV approved Will not exceed 150 in length Maintain proper bend radius of 4 75 9 5 diameter Plenum Riser and Flooded cable will be used when site conditions require it All cabling from the ODU s to the D2 Lite enclosure will be DIRECTV approved ...

Page 17: ...oose cabling should be tied together Typically there will be 4 6 cables pulled depending on the number of ODUs Cables will be neatly bundled together Zip ties should NOT be evenly spaced along the cable route Maintain proper bend radius for the cable type installed RG6 2 75 5 5 diameter RG11 4 75 9 5 diameter Cable lengths not to exceed 100 RG6 150 RG11 ...

Page 18: ...boots and seals Will be tightened to 30 lbs Connect cabling to ODU s Slimline SL5 LNB requires 4 coax connections World Direct LNB requires 1 coax connection Service loop will be installed at each ODU Maintain proper bend radius for cable type being used Weather boots and seals will be installed as required ...

Page 19: ...n a wall surface Properly installed on a NPRM Out of direct sunlight when possible Secure location Cannot be easily tampered with Out of direct line access of high traffic areas When using RG6 Within 150 of farthest unit Within 100 of ODU When using RG11 Within 200 of farthest unit Within 150 of ODU If using a mix of RG6 and RG11 follow the distance rules for each cable type ...

Page 20: ...Continued Mounting Options Wall Mount Backplane is designed to be installed on 16 O C studs Mounted to the wall with 4 lag bolts DIRECTV logo facing outward and right side up SL5 FEED World Direct APMT FEED ports facing to the RIGHT ...

Page 21: ...standard 8 x8 x16 concrete blocks using block clips when installed on a NPRM DIRECTV logo facing upward SL5 FEED World Direct APMT FEED ports facing towards the center of the NPRM mount towards the ODU mast This will ensure that the cabling is not accidentally bumped into when others are on the rooftop ...

Page 22: ...placement of the front plate assembly when adding an additional SWiM 16 module RG6 24 minimum diameter loop RG11 Depending on the type of RG11 used the diameter of the loop may exceed 24 If a spare cable is pulled terminate the cable with the proper connector and properly weather seal the connector ...

Page 23: ...nclosure Installation Continued Connect from ODU s to enclosure Slimline SL5 LNB coax cables are connected to the 4 SL5 FEED IN inputs World Direct LNB coax cable is connected to the single WORLD DIRECT IN input ...

Page 24: ...formation Visit http satinstalltraining com for additional information Each unit will have a dedicated homerun to the D2 Lite enclosure D2 Lite is NOT intended to be used with shared services i e cable internet 29V 1 4A being passed on the homerun line If shared services are provided over coax the installation operator is solely responsible for those shared services ...

Page 25: ...d be installed In the most direct route available between the enclosure and the unit Professionally Properly attached to the building where when applicable Loose cabling should be tied together Multiple homerun cables may be installed along the same cable path Cables should be neatly bundled together Zip ties should NOT be evenly spaced along the cable route Maintain proper bend radius of the cabl...

Page 26: ...ting homerun cables may be used if They are in good condition RG6 or RG11 cable RG59 should not be utilized There are no splices barrels existing in the cable run Splices barrels do not have to be installed to complete the homerun cabling ...

Page 27: ...available APMT FEED OUT ports Ports 1 2 3 4 are connected to SWiM16 1 Ports 5 6 7 8 are connected to SWiM16 2 when installed REMEMBER the ports with the have a signal level 4 5dBm lower than the other ports and should be connected to the units with the shortest homerun lengths All homeruns should be tagged at the D2 Lite enclosure to ensure easy unit homerun identification in the future ...

Page 28: ...lled in the unit Properly terminate any open unused ports on the splitters SWiM tuner count for any single unit cannot exceed 8 tuners Any compatible SWiM receiver device can be installed in the unit All DIRECTV programming services and national offers are available to the customer Note Due to the unique design of the Holland splitters in the D2 Lite enclosure up to 8 PI 29 power inserters can be ...

Page 29: ...V fails at any port replace D2 Lite enclosure DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPLACE ANY COMPONENTS IN THE D2 Lite enclosure SWiM 2 if installed Same as SWiM 1 using APMT FEEDs 5 6 7 8 The D2 Lite enclosure needs be tested after it is installed and prior to activating the first customer on each SWiM module Testing should take place after the homerun wiring is completed and the power inserter is installed and p...

Page 30: ...DUs consists of Removing the LNB and LNB support arm Removing the reflector Removing the mount support arm If a NPRM removal of the NPRM mount ALWAYS LEAVE THE ODU FOOT AND MONOPOLE FEET IN PLACE Removing the ODU foot and monopole feet can result in damage to roof material and cause the area to leak Proper disposal of all ODU materials Subject to local laws and ordinances ...

Page 31: ...inspectors Notification of the inspection will sent at least three 3 business days in advance The installation team is highly encouraged to attend the inspection Upon completion of the inspection the installation team will be notified of the inspection results within three 3 business days Discrepancies found during the inspection are expected to be resolved within five 5 days of notification ...

Page 32: ...tem Proper installation of the D2 Lite enclosure Proper service loop s installed at the D2 Lite enclosure Cabling from the ODU to the D2 Lite enclosure Homerun cabling cabling from the D2 Lite enclosure to the unit s EIV tests will be run on an open port of the D2 Lite enclosure when possible At no time during the inspection will an active customer be taken out of service ...

Page 33: ...D2 Lite Installation Diagrams V1 1 Receiver ...

Page 34: ...D2 Lite Installation Diagrams V1 2 Receivers ...

Page 35: ...D2 Lite Installation Diagrams V2 1 Receiver ...

Page 36: ...D2 Lite Installation Diagrams V2 2 Receivers ...

Page 37: ...D2 Lite Electrical Interconnect Diagram V1 ...

Page 38: ...D2 Lite Electrical Interconnect Diagram V2 ...

Page 39: ...References Standard Professional Installation Guidelines SPIG Available on the Dealer Website http satinstalltraining com Username revolution Password training DWS Dealer Website Distributor ...

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