Maxview Crank Up B2590/65, Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...ating instructions B2590 65 B2590 85 Crank Up UK contact Helpline 44 0 1553 811000 Email support maxview co uk Web www maxview co uk Maxview reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice 9111410 Iss 3 ...

Page 2: ... the vehicle is stationary The Antenna which is to be permanently mounted externally to the roof structure of a motorhome caravan horsebox The construction of the roof structure should be suitably robust and have no protruding obstacles Use of the equipment for any other purpose than the one specified is not permitted and will invalidate the warranty All instructions and models are subject to chan...

Page 3: ...weather conditions Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions All electrical work should be carried out by a competent person If in doubt seek advice from a qualified electrician Operation Before starting your journey check that antenna is in the park position The maximum speed of vehicle with antenna mounted on roof is 81mph 130km h Never operate the antenna if some...

Page 4: ...m 20mm Tube x 1 Steel 4mm Spindle x 1 Self Adhesive Zone Map x 1 Compass x 1 M5 Washers x 2 Hexagonal socket key 4mm Deburrer Round File Emery paper Conduit recommend method for securing cables Maxview recommends the following adhesives Sikaflex 512 Caravan Geocel Geobond HM Sikaflex 252 Required tools and equipment not supplied 32mm hole saw 2 5mm and 8mm twist drill Power Drill Hacksaw No 2 Phil...

Page 5: ...beneath screw fixing points Check the F cables will reach satellite receiver Maxview can supply extended cables Do not allow the dish to overhang the edge of the vehicle Clearance around antenna system when in use is shown with reference I Ensure adequate clearance of the handle assembly from cupboard doors and light fittings Key dimensions cm and weights 65cm Crank Up System weight 10kg A 17 B 10...

Page 6: ...n plate with centre line 6 Mark the position of 6 screw fixing holes and centre hole 7 Mark position of LNB Park Plate Page 6 10 Apply rings of adhesive see page 4 to surface of Antenna Mounting Plate and LNB Park Plate and firmly place them into position Important Note Adhesive MUST be used to give a water tight seal between mounting plate and installation surface 8 Drill 6 x 2 5mm pilot holes in...

Page 7: ...eper boards where necessary to ensure roof construction can support your weight Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions Attach Antenna Unit to Mounting Plate Carefully lower the antenna unit onto the Mounting Plate and re attach the M6 Nuts and Washers that were previously removed Caution Replace Nylon locking nuts if they have been removed more than twice The loc...

Page 8: ...travel front of vehicle Installing cables 1 Check there are no hidden cables in the roof structure and that the hole location is clear of obstructions both internally and externally 2 See below for Cable Entry Cover instructions Application example Note To prevent trip hazards it is recommended that cables are concealed in PVCu conduit not supplied where access is required to the roof of the vehic...

Page 9: ...and insert into the antenna unit through the hole in the ceiling With the plastic coupler pushed up tight to the ceiling mark the aluminium tube along all four sides Installing the handle Drilled hole Aluminium tube Coupler Note LNB image shows different model ...

Page 10: ...t of the tube 3 Now mark and cut the 4mm spindle so that it is 40mm longer than the tube 40mm 4 With the Coupler Bush aligned to the rear of the vehicle insert the Tube and Coupler Bush through the ceiling hole and into the antenna unit Aluminium Tube should not protrude past the coupler bush Rear of vehicle ...

Page 11: ...e arrow to the rear of the vehicle Mark the four fixing holes Drill four 2 5mm pilot holes or use a bradawl With four No 10 screws fix the Base Plate to the ceiling 6 Take the Dish Direction Unit and turn the azimuth lock lever to the red position to release the brake Locate the Dish Direction onto the Coupler Bush and use three M4 screws fix it in place Rear of vehicle Align arrows Azimuth lock l...

Page 12: ...r travel 3 Elevate the antenna to 25 degrees 25 turns 25 degrees Azimuth Lock is Green LOCKED for travel Wind handle clockwise 25 turns to reach 25 degrees Note The Home Position will go past the Elevation Window during the 25 turns this is normal operation Antenna up Elevation Window Azimuth Lock is green LOCKED for travel Wind handle clockwise 25 turns to reach 25 degrees 6 Finally carefully rem...

Page 13: ...ise signal quality and strength see page 16 for details Note Ensure the TV and Satellite Receiver are connected in accordance to the manufacturer s instructions The Zone map can be stuck to the wall if needed near the Dish Direction Unit Start a search 1 Open elevation handle 2 We recommend always winding the Antenna Handle 25 turns to 25 degrees as a starting position 3 Determine the approximate ...

Page 14: ...ion 7 If no satellite is found adjust the elevation by 2 degrees and repeat the scan 8 When the satellite is found fine adjustment of the satellite system may now be required to achieve the best possible signal 9 Turn the Azimuth Lock Lever to the GREEN position to apply the brake Azimuth lock lever Red Unlocked Green Locked SE S Park position indicator Dish direction pointer Azimuth lock lever Un...

Page 15: ...owly turn the handle until elevation indicator fully shows the home position and you feel some park resistance Do not over wind the handle as this may damage the satellite system CAUTION As a manual system we always recommend the 3 point safety check Before travelling 1 Elevation readout must show the Home position check park resistance felt 2 Azimuth Lock Lever must be in the Green Position and P...

Page 16: ...h is weak at the limit of a given satellites reception area It involves adjusting the angle of the LNB on the roof mounted antenna unit Caution Follow general safety advice on page 3 when adjusting Antenna Unit Note LNB image shows different model Astra 2 28 2 Astra 1 19 2 ...

Page 17: ...the following ready when you call Model number Serial number Date of purchase Clear and concise details of the fault Details of who installed the product The warranty does not apply where The product has been abused misused improperly installed or improperly maintained Repairs have been made or attempted by a third party other then Maxview Repairs are required due to normal wear and tear Modificat...

Page 18: ...NB Type High Quality 0 2dB Universal Twin LNB Output Twin Typical Gain 65cm 36dB 85cm 38 1dB Frequency Range 10 7 12 75GHz Arm Cable RG179 Antenna Material Aluminium Reflector Thickness 1mm Finish Powder coated with U V inhibited polyester based Outside Dims 65cm dish 67 0 x 71 5 cm 85cm dish 85 0 x 90 5 cm Reflecting Dims 65cm dish 63 0 x 67 5 cm 85cm dish 81 5 x 87 cm Mounting Plate Material Alu...

Page 19: ...s Add your favourite locations for quick reference for future use Satellite Location Elevation Number Notes degrees of turns Astra 28 2E King s Lynn 25 25 Crank Up Manufacturer Location Page 19 Quick reference table ...

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