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Automatic
Multi-Satellite
TV Antenna
Model SK-1000
®
™
TRAV’LER® DISH /Bell TV Antenna
www.winegard.com/mobile
For Technical Services, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-788-4417
For Receivers and Programming, call 1-866-609-9374
For up-to-date information on receiver compatibility and programming,
visit www.winegard.com/receivers
Product Registration
Please register your Winegard product by filling out and returning the Product Registration Card
provided or by completing the online reg
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21 ″ Before Installing the Antenna ® You have selected the Winegard TRAV’LER automatic multi-satellite TV antenna. The TRAV’LER antenna will deliver ® the ability to view multiple satellites at the same time with unmatched signal strength, the lowest travel height on the market, maximum HD capabilities and easy to use functionality—just like you get at home. This manual provides important information on the installation and operation of your TRAV’LER antenna on an RV. Please take time to read
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Clearance Requirements The arm of the TRAV’LER antenna extends 32.5” from the center of the base and may operate only 8” above the surface to which the TRAV’LER antenna is mounted. To ensure you have adequate clearance for the TRAV’LER antenna to safely operate, check that there are no obstructions taller than 8” within 32.5” of the center of the base. Also, check that there are no obstructions (such as tree limbs) above the antenna that will prevent it from raising. At its highest point, th
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) d R e e h f l c e a c t t t o A r ( t N e o Y Choosing a Location for the Antenna 1. For best performance and to reduce signal acquisition time, park the vehicle on a level surface that is free of obstructions such as trees or large buildings. Make sure you have a clear view of the southern sky. 2. Before removing the TRAV’LER antenna from its box, contact your RV dealer or manufacturer
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Front of RV Installing the Antenna 1. Place the TRAV’LER antenna on the roof where you plan to install it. On the mount base, the transition plate is marked “FRONT” and “BACK.” Rotate the TRAV’LER antenna until the front of the mount base faces the front of the RV. The TRAV’LER antenna must be installed on or parallel to the centerline of the coach. See figure 6. No obstructions taller than 8 ″ in a 32.5″ radius Mount on or parallel to Centerline of RV 32.5″ Centerline of RV FIGURE 6. Antenn
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Overall Setup 1. Drill a 1″ hole in the roof, and push the power/control cable and coax cables through the hole. Place the supplied cable entry plate over the hole and cables, and screw the plate in place using eight of the supplied mounting screws. Seal the plate and screw holes with approved sealant (not included). Depending on the length of the cable on the roof, you may need to use cable clamps between the unit and the TIP cable entry plate. Clamping every 12–16” should eliminate any unn
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WINEGARD MOBILE PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY (2 YEARS PARTS; 1 YEAR LABOR) Winegard Company warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase. During year one (1) of such warranty, Winegard Company will also pay authorized labor costs to an authorized Winegard dealer to repair or replace defective products. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim is made, Customer presents proof of purchase t
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Automatic Multi-Satellite TV Antenna Model SK-1000 ® ™ TRAV’LER® DISH /Bell TV Antenna www.winegard.com/mobile For Technical Services, email help@winegard.com or call 1-800-788-4417 For Receivers and Programming, call 1-866-609-9374 For up-to-date information on receiver compatibility and programming, visit www.winegard.com/receivers Product Registration Please register your Winegard product by filling out and returning the Product Registration Card provided or by completing the online reg
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Operation for DISH Users The TRAV’LER antenna offers a simple one-button operation. Simply press “POWER,” and the antenna will automatically begin searching for satellites. The instructions assume that the antenna is already in the stowed position. 1. Press and hold “POWER” for two 2. Once the unit has been powered on, 3. The interface screen will display seconds or until the TRAV’LER release “POWER.” the type of satellite dish on the interface displays “POWER ON.” top line. WINEGARD COMPANY
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Operation for Bell TV Users 1. Press and hold “POWER” for two 2. The interface will ask if you wish 3. The user menu consists of four seconds or until the TRAV’LER to enter the user menu. Press the choices: Search Mode, Diagnostics, interface displays “POWER ON.” Select button to choose “Yes,” Installation, and Exit. Press Then, press and hold “ENTER for and then press the Enter button to “SELECT” until the asterisk is next to two seconds. confirm the selection. “Installation,” and press “E
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Manual Operation The TRAV’LER antenna is a versatile satellite antenna and can be manually set to find many different satellites individually. This function is rarely used. The instructions assume that the antenna is already in the stowed position. Note: Diagnostics and Installation menus are not required for normal operation and should only be entered by a trained professional. 1. Press and hold “POWER” for two 2. The interface will ask if you wish 3. The user menu consists of seconds or unt
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4 5 6 If the receiver shows a switch type Verify that the check switch resulted Press “Cancel” until out of the of DPP1K.2, then a check switch in a switch type of DPP1K.2 and receiver menu. test is not necessary. If it does not that there is a green ‘OK’ status on show a switch type of DPP1K.2, then Satellite 110, 119, and 129. You are now ready to watch TV! make sure there are no checkmarks by “SuperDISH” or “Alternate,” and select “Test.” Troubleshooting ANTENNA CONNECTION FAILED Check
