Portable Professional - Satellite receiver MEGASAT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Portable Professional MEGASAT

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Classic

Premium

Professional

Satmaster Portable Professional

Satmaster Portable Steuergerät

LNB

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Download Program 10.1.1 Open the download file Core Part Selected Post NO: CMN Contact Part Disable Progress Fail Status Display No File ... Open the Instl

Download Program ID (I.1) Open the download file C:\ASTRA1_NIT.hen Case Properties Full Import COMS Serial Port Enable

Download Program 10.dwg Open the download file C:\ASTRA1.NET.exe Open Case Part Select Part NO: 100 Save Part Display Progress: 87% Exit Status: Display

Diagram illustrating satellite weathering with cloud, rain, and snowfall, showing a vehicle driving a van.

Close-up of a car wheel rim with blue arrows indicating direction and 'Grad' label (no other text or symbols)

- 20^0^ + 20^

Elevation

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Satmaster Portable Classic: Astra1

Satmaster Portable Premium:

Astra 1 Nord, Astra 1 Süd, Astra 2 Nord,

Astra 2 Süd, Astra 3, Astra 4 Nord,

Astra 4 Süd, Atlantic Bird 3, Eurobird 9,

Eutelsat W2M, Hispasat, Hotbird, Thor, TürkSat

Satmaster Portable Professional:

Astra 1 Nord, Astra 1 Süd, Astra 2 Nord,

Astra 2 Süd, Astra 3, Astra 4 Nord,

Astra 4 Süd, Atlantic Bird 3, Eurobird 9,

Eutelsat W2M, Hispasat, Hotbird, Thor,

TürkSat

MEGASAT

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Stand: 04.04.2012

Classic

Premium

Professional

Safety Contents

Before using this product please read this manual carefully and follow exactly all installation, mounting & orientation instructions.

• All the instructions should be followed in order to avoid any technical problems.
• Any electric or magnetic field close to Satmaster Portable may cause a bad reception or even cut off the signal completely.
• Do not drill the plastic cover of the antenna, which seals the antenna from moisture.
• Handle the antenna with care as any impact will cause damage to the electronics.
• Do not open the cover, any attempt to repair by a non-qualified person can be dangerous and void the warranty.
• Any obstacle (buildings, tree, etc...) will block the reception of the signal from the satellite to the antenna.
• Do not paint or add any substance on the antenna cover, this will block the reception of the signal from the satellite.
• The use of non-isolated jacks will result in a loss of the signal level.
• This product contains one universal LNB, it is forbidden to add, change or modify the LNB.
• For more precise details on the above points or for any information, please ask your retailer or customer service.

04 Delivery includes
05 Package
06 Name of Part - Outdoor Unit (ODU)
07 Name of Part - Indoor unit (IDU) / Power Inserter
08 - 09 Installation
10 Commissioning
11 LCD Display
12 - 13 Program update
14 Signal attenuation
15 - 16 Examples of finding the satellite
17 Setting values for European capitals
18 Troubleshooting
19 Specifications

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Delivery includes

Satmaster Portable Classic Satmaster Portable Premium

Satmaster Portable Power Inserter

Satmaster Portable Professional

Satmaster Portable Control unit (IDU)

Horn

Power Supply (For Automotive) 12V IN / 24V OUT

USB to Serial cabel (option)

Feeder Cable Rubber Ring

Package

1. Remove tape from packaging (Do not use knife)
2. Packaging contains user manual. Please read carefully.
3. Remove antenna gently from packaging
4. Remove antenna parts from packaging foam

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Do not handle antenna "dish". Hold antenna by body "only".

Dish Polarisationsskala (Skew) upper limit LNB cover Compass arm squeegee panel

All panels are different for each package!

Name of Part Indoor unit (IDU) / Power InserterName of I

Indoor unit for Satmaster Portable Professional

LCD Display „Up" button to selection „Down" button to selection „Set" button to confirm Power Switch

SetTop Connec- tion Port Antenna Con- nection Port Port DC P

ProfessionalPremiumClassic

Azimuth- control Elevations- control

"Up" button to selection "Down" button to selection "Set" button to confirm

No Function

Powerinserter for Satmaster Portable Classic and Premium

Antenna Connection Port SetTop Connection Port Operation Display LED DC Power Jack Power Switch

Installation

Check First!

By following the instructions step by step you can proceed easily to install "Satmaster Portable" by yourself or with the help of a professional antenna installer. Before installing your antenna, you check that Satmaster Portable box contains all the items listed above in the 'Box Contents'. In the event of any missing parts, please contact your distributor.

In order to receive a signal from the Satellite, Satmaster Portable is to be installed in an open loop space (outside the house or the apartment), in the direction of the satellite towards the equator, for which, you can refer a compass to exactly orient Satmaster Portable toward the satellite.

Where to Install?

Make sure that there are no obstacles in front of Satmaster Portable which can decrease the signal reception quality, such as buildings, or trees (you may keep in mind that trees will grow and may block the signal). In order to be able to fix and install your antenna easily you might choose an easily accessible place without any potential danger for installation. Think about the way you might pass your cable in a discreet way from the Satmaster Portable to your Set-top Box.

HAR Good Quality Signal Reception

Bad Quality Signal Reception

Installation

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    A["Outdoor Indoor"] --> B["Feeder Cable"]
    B --> C["Set-top-box"]
    C --> D["TV"]
    D --> E["Power Supply"]
    E --> F["Connection diagram Classic and Premium"]
    F --> G["Indoor"]
    G --> H["Set-top-box"]
    H --> I["TV"]
    I --> J["Power Supply"]
    J --> K["Connection diagram Professional"]
    K --> L["Indoor"]
    L --> M["Set-top-box"]
    M --> N["TV"]
    N --> O["Power Supply"]
    O --> P["Connection diagram Classic and Premium"]
    P --> Q["Indoor"]
    Q --> R["Set-top-box"]
    R --> S["TV"]
    S --> T["Power Supply"]
    T --> U["Connection diagram Professional"]
    U --> V["Indoor"]

Startup

Select the appropriate version for your column and follow the instructions.

Satmaster Portable Classic	Satmaster Portable Premium Satmaster Portable Professional
Turn on the TV and Settop box.
Setting the set-top box options to watching TV, (Refer to Subscriber's Manual of your settop box)
Turn on the power inserter		Turn on the IDU
Wait 10 seconds to start the automatic search with the last setting.To change the setting or manual search press any key.
Did you press a button, the scan starts now. Otherwise, wait 10 seconds before the scan starts automatically. Wait until the antenna and the positioning of your search has ended (about one minute).	Did you press a button, the safe like name appears on the LCD. If not, the antenna is now investigating the pre-satellite and you can skip the next 6 steps.
	Select the desired satellite using the „up“ - and „down" buttons.
	Then press the „Set" button to accept the setting.
	A few seconds later the „elevation ang-a menu" on the LCD.
	Choose an appropriate elevation with the „up“ - and „down" buttons.
	Then press the „Set" button to accept the setting.
	Wait until your antenna has finished scanning and positioning (about one minute).
After commissioning, you must turn off the power supply so that you can receive all TV programs easily. (Do not remove the input cable between antenna and receiver.)
After positioning is completed the TV reception is automatically started and you receive a TV signal. If you get no TV, check all connections and settings (Receiver, Portable and Satmaster TV) and follow the above steps again
If you want to stop using the Portable Satmaster or bring the antenna for transport into the park position, connects the power supply (if you removed it) and turn from the IDU or the Enspisebox and again. The antenna is automatically returned to the park position. The elevation drops and rotates the base unit to the antenna off in the park position. This process takes about one minute.

Example Screen (Satellite Selection)

Example Screen (Elevation Selection)

Example (Parking position)

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LCD Display

The LCD display shows the current status of the automated search system. (applies to Satmaster Portable Premium and Professional)

H POL, SELECTED

18V from set-top-box

V POL, SELECTED

13V from set-top-box

CHECK STB CBL.

Not connected to receiver. Check the supply cable to the STB-1 connection.

SIGNAL DETECTED

Satellite signal is found

NIT DETECTED

Confirmed that the signal from the target satellite is correct

SIGNAL LOST.

Can not find a satellite signal. Check the orientation of the antenna.

use the "high" - and "down" - the keys to adjust the azimuth or elevation angle.

Elevation angles are set from 20 degree to 70 degrees. Factory setting will be 50 degrees. After the first settings have been activated they will be automatically memorized. There is no need to reset as long as you remain in the same location.

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Connection diagram for updating

Update the unit with external control unit

Connect a serial Cable to the interface

Update the unit with internal controller

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    A["Satellite"] --> B["Laptop"]
    B --> C["Device"]
    C --> D["Server"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Program updateProgram update

update process

1. Switch off the IDU and Connect a cable between any COM port of PC and IDU's 'Program upgrade PORT (A cable must support RS-232C and "USB to Serial converting function)
2. Run the DOWNLOAD Program.

Download Program VI.1.1 Open the download file Core Part Select Part NO: COM1 Serial Part Disable Progress Exit Status Display No File... Open the install

1. Select the path of your update file from Open'.

1. Select the COM-Prot on your computer you wish to use and activate it

Download Program ID (I.D.) Open the download file C:\ASTRA1.NIT.hex Open Core Preferences Port NO: COMT Serial Port Enable

1. Switch the Satmaster 'ON' then 'DOWNLOAD' will be Processed.

Download Program ID: 01.01 Open the download file C:\ASTRA1.NET.exe Case Part Selected Part NO: 1644 Serial Part Display Progress: 37% Exit Status: Display

1. When 'DOWNLOAD' is finished, let 'DATA CABLE' out and run Satmaster Portable.

If the antenna is already on, then turn it off and back on, so that the download starts. In Com Port Select' Only numbers are displayed to the COM ports that can be used. The program supports Windows XP & 7th No Visua.

Signal attenuation

• The satellite signal may be lost temporarily due to unusually heavy rainfall. An optimally aligned antenna, along with the shortest possible cable run, minimizes the chances of "rain fade".
  • Make sure the antenna is mounted securely to prevent it from being blown out of alignment in a heavy wind.
• Heavy snow accumulation on the antenna may reduce the satellite signal strength; snow should be swept away as soon as possible.
• Tree foliage growth into antenna's line-of-sight to the satellite may result in gradual loss of picture.

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A tip for the horn assembling

Rubber Ring

Examples of finding the satellite (skew, elevation and azimuth)

Obtain the Skew Angle of the chosen satellite to tilt your antenna to the specified degree by looking to the degree graduation located on the back of the LNB skew degree controller.

Elevation :

Adjust the elevation angle corresponding to the table at the end of the manual in.

Azimuth :

All EU-related satellites are in the south. The azimuth angle increases or decreases from one satellite to another.

• Degree
  

+ Degree

- 20^0^ + 20^

Elevation

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Examples of finding the satellite (skew, elevation and azimuth)

In order to watch Canal + through ASTRA1 (19.2 East) from the city 'Brest' of France, you will see Skew angle at -19.7, Elevation angle at 30, and Azimuth angle at 149.6.

Satellite position

All EU-related Satellites are loca- ted in the south. S W E N

Azimuth

N I W — Satmaster Portable E I S 158° from the geographic North Pole

Elevation

Astra 19,2° Ost 31.6° from the horizontal plane

Skew

- Grad + Grad

The scale for skew is divided in 5 steps, which is the tolerance for the setting. So make the value of -7.2° to -10° or -5° and place the pointer will move between these values.

Setting values for European capitals

Country	City	SAT	TURKSAF 241A	HELLAS 54F 2	EVTLELSAR W4W7	ASTRA/BO EUROBID 201A	ASTRA/BO EUROBID 201A	ASTRA/BO EUROBID 201A	ASTRA/BO EUROBID 201A	EVTLELSAR W3W69	HOTENBO 600P	EVTLELSAR WCA	EVTLELSAR WTA	SORIGA 600P	THOR 3506	ATLANTIC BMO 3	HEPEPAT 1C10
			4Q08	FMR	3QA	2QA	2QA	1QA	1QA	1QA	1QA	1QA	4QA	0.00N	5.00N	RUWN
Bulgaria	Sotho	AZ	153.5	157.5	161.6	172.8	179.7	186	190.7	195	199.2	203.3	206.3	212.7	218.5	242.2
		DL	37.2	38.2	38.1	40.5	40.7	40.5	40.2	39.6	38.9	38	37.3	34.9	33	17.8
		SCHW	-39.2	-46.3	-13.4	1.7	6.8	11.4	7.8	11	94	16.9	19	24	27.2	41
Iohama	Kodomin	AZ	140.7	149.4	154.4	161.6	166.9	172.7	175.9	174.5	180.7	188.2	194.4	196.5	201.1	226.1
		DL	71.7	72.3	72.2	75.1	75.8	76.2	76.7	76.7	76.7	76.7	76.7	76.7	76.7	81.7
		SCHW	18.5	19.5	18.4	2.4	6.6	2.2	2.3	0.3	1.8	2.4	6.2	9.3	13.7	24.8
Finland	Nokia	AZ	190.6	194	194.4	178.3	181.7	190.7	195.4	193.8	197.2	201.1	193.7	194.8	209.4	230.7
		DL	30.3	30.6	21.2	21.8	21.8	21.7	21.4	21.1	20.7	20.1	19.7	18.4	17.3	8
		SCHW	-4.5	-7.9	-4.3	1.2	7.9	10.2	5.1	6.8	8.5	10.1	11.2	14.3	16	15.2
France	Paris	AZ	132.2	135.2	138.5	147.2	152.8	158	162.1	168.9	188.8	172.8	176.7	184.4	190.7	220
		DL	22.3	23.9	25.3	26.6	30.3	31.6	32.4	32.9	33.4	33.7	33.8	33.8	33.4	35.8
		SCHW	-29.1	-32.5	-25.8	-28.9	-30.5	-31.2	-31.2	-4.2	-6.7	-4.1	-4.2	4.9	6.3	25
Germany	Berlin	AZ	145.5	145.9	152.2	161.6	167.4	172.7	176.7	180.5	184.2	188.1	190.8	197.9	202.8	220
		DL	24.4	25.3	26.4	28.4	29.2	29.7	29.9	30	20.9	29.7	29.4	28.5	27.6	18
		SCHW	-20.2	-18.3	-16.4	-4.1	-6.7	2.6	2.0	0.3	2.6	4.9	6.6	10.8	13.6	27.8
United Kingdom	London	AZ	130.8	133.8	136.9	145.4	150.7	155.8	159.6	163.3	167.1	170.9	173.6	181	186.1	216.2
		DL	171.1	172.7	175.7	179.3	177.3	182.0	184.7	187.5	190.6	194.0	197.1	199.9	203.9	226.8
		SCHW	-28.1	-26.7	-26.2	-25.2	-27.7	-27.8	-23.5	-19.3	-48.1	-52.7	-49.5	-56.1	-59.4	-54.8
Greece	Athens	AZ	151.0	156	160.5	172.7	180.3	187.3	192.4	197.1	201.6	206	209.1	216.0	221.7	234.6
		DL	42	43.1	44.1	45.7	46	45.7	45.2	44.0	43.7	42.6	41.7	39	36.8	19.6
		SCHW	-21.9	-18.7	-15.3	1.3	7.3	12.7	9.7	13.4	16.9	20.2	22.5	28.1	31.6	45.9
Hungary	Luxembourg	AZ	150.2	153.9	157.6	162.7	174	179.2	184.3	188.3	192.2	196.2	196.1	206.4	211.3	237.4
		DL	31	32.1	33	34.7	33.3	35.4	35.3	35.1	34.7	34.2	33.7	32	30.6	18
		SCHW	-19.6	-17.3	-14.9	-1.2	3	0.9	2.8	5.8	8.3	10.9	12.6	17.5	20.5	34.7
Italy	Korea	AZ	110.7	144.1	146.9	151.7	161.8	170	174.8	179.1	184.7	190.7	191.5	199.8	205.5	214.9
		DL	31.1	34.6	36	39	40.3	41.1	41.5	41.6	41.5	41.3	41	39.7	38.4	25.4
		SCHW	28.8	26.4	24.9	5.0	0.4	3.9	2.9	2.8	6.1	8.5	8.5	14.6	18.5	37
Poland	Watanana	AZ	154.1	167.7	161.3	170.9	182.3	188.3	196.1	193.8	197.5	197.5	200.2	207.1	211.7	237.4
		DL	277.7	277.9	266.8	270.8	81.1	86.2	85.7	87.7	91.9	90.8	88.3	90.9	93.5	94.4
		SCHW	-31.5	-33.4	-31.5	-1.5	5.1	6.4	7.0	6.1	8.4	10.4	12.7	16.2	18.7	27
Portugal	Libyaon	AZ	110.7	119.2	121.8	123.8	130.2	139.2	143	146.9	150.9	155.1	158.2	167.1	173.3	211.3
		DL	31.2	31.6	25.5	30.9	31.8	36.4	38.1	39.6	40.9	42.1	42.9	44.4	45	40.2
		SCHW	-48.7	-47.9	-43.5	-40.7	-27.0	-24.7	-26.0	-7.1	-27.3	-19.7	-16.8	-18.1	-9.7	-74.9
Espania	Madrid	AZ	132.2	135.1	138	136.2	141.6	146.9	151.1	155.2	159.4	162.8	167	175.8	182	217.2
		DL	24.2	26.2	28.2	22	26.6	27.7	29.1	40.2	41.2	42	42.5	43.2	43.2	36
		SCHW	-40.1	-38.6	-36.9	-24.8	-21.2	-17.6	-21.6	-18.7	-15.8	-12.3	-9.3	-3.2	1.5	27.5
Sergium	Brunei	AZ	135.2	138.3	140.6	150.4	155.9	160.2	166.2	169	172.8	176.7	179.5	187	192.1	221.5
		DL	22	22.8	24.7	27.6	28.1	28.2	28.8	31.3	23.6	21.8	21.8	21.6	21.1	22.5
		SCHW	-34.5	-34.9	-32.1	-31.2	-3.9	-4.8	-6.3	-7.0	-6.6	-2.3	-0.3	0.4	1.6	24.7
Sweden	Stockholm	AZ	150.7	156.1	159.4	160.7	171.7	178.7	182.4	185.9	190.4	192.9	195.9	201.9	205.4	232.4
		DL	30.6	29.3	21.7	22.5	24.5	24.7	22.5	23.3	22.3	22.2	21.7	20.7	18.3	13.4
		SCHW	-13.5	-13.3	-10.3	11.1	3.8	3.7	3.2	3	4.6	6.4	7.8	11	12.4	23.8
Switzerland	Barra	AZ	136.7	139.9	143.3	152.6	158.5	164.1	168.2	172.4	176.5	180.6	182.6	191.4	196.7	236.5
		DL	36.4	27.8	29.2	32.3	31.7	34.7	35.3	35.7	35.9	36	35.9	35.3	34.6	24.9
		SCHW	-27.9	-26.0	-24.1	-11.3	-7.5	-5.8	-7.9	-5.6	-2.4	0.4	2.4	7.8	11.3	29.5
Austria	Spain	AZ	847.1	100.8	944.8	100.0	116.3	100.6	100.6	100.6	100.6	100.6	100.6	101.8	101.7	214.6
		DL	20.4	20.5	21.5	22.5	24.2	24.6	24.7	24.6	24.2	23.9	23.5	22.1	20.9	19.2
		SCHW	21.1	19.0	16.7	2.4	0.7	4.5	0.4	3	5.7	8.3	10.2	15	18.1	32.9

There are a number of common issues that can affect the signal reception quality or the operation of the Satmaster Portable. The following sections address these issues and potential solutions.

Blown Fuse, Low Power, or Wiring

If the antenna unit is installed but entirely non-responsive, there are three key factors to check as part of the troubleshooting Process:

1. Blown Fuse

With the system powered on, move the antenna reflector slowly by hand. If the reflector does not move freely, a fuse is not the Problem. If the reflector does move freely, one of the two fuses mounted on the CPU Board may have blown or been broken. The Satmaster Portable Technical Manual Provides detailed instructions for authorized service personnel who may be required to replace a fuse. Contact your local Megast dealer or service center for assistance.

2. Low Power

If the power cable to the antenna unit is more than 50ft (15 m), the power levels can decrease over the course of the cable, resulting in a voltage or current level at the antenna unit that is too low to power the system Property. The Satmaster Portable Technical Manual Provides detailed instructions for supplying adequate power to the antenna unit. Contact your local Megasat dealer or service center for assistance.

3. Cable connection

If the system has been imProperly wired, it will not operate correctly. The Satmaster Technical Manual Provides detailed instructions for authorized service personnel who may be required to check the wiring. Contact your local Megasat dealer or service center for assistance.

4. Satellite Signal Blocked

Satellite signals can be blocked or degraded by buildings, other vessels, or equipment on the vessel itself. Simply moving the vessel or obstruction will clear the signal.

5. Satellite Coverage Issue

Satmaster Portable will Provide outstanding reception within the 18" (46 cm) antenna coverage area for your satellite television service of choice. However, reception can be degraded as you approach the fringe coverage areas. Refer to your satellite television service manual to check the viable coverage area for a18" (46 cm) antenna.

6. Radar Interference

The energy levels radiated by radar units can overload the antenna's front-end circuits. Check with your installer to make certain that the Satmaster Portable antenna unit is in the optimal location with regard to your radar unit.

7. Satellite Frequency Data Changed

If some channels work while one or more other channels do not, or if the antenna is unable to find the satellite, the selected satellite's frequency data may have changed. This frequency data can be updated via the maintenance port. Contact your local Megasat dealer or service center for assistance.

8. Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors

A loose RF connector can reduce the quality of the satellite signal. Also, if you cannot switch satellites using your IRD remote, your IRD may be connected to the wrong antenna base plate connector. The Satmaster Portable Technical Manual Provides instructions for authorized service personnel who may need to check the RF connections. Contact your local Megasat dealer or service center for assistance.

SpecificationsTroubleshooting

Antenna Typ	Parabolantenna
LNB Typ	Universal Single LNB
User	1
Frequency Band	Ku Band
Operating Frequency	10.7GHz - 12.75GHz
Polarization	V/H or RHCP/LHCP
Antenna Gain	33dBi
Minimum EIRP (reception area)	50dBW
Tracking Rate	ca. 1-2 min.
Elevation Range	10^ - 60^
Azimuth Range	360^
Type of Stabilization	2-Achsen DC Motor
Temperate Range	-30^ to 80^
Power	12 V / 24 V / 230 V (P)
Dish Diameter	46cm
Dimensions (W/H/D)	46cm / 46cm / 41cm
Weight	7kg

Preprogrammed Satellite:

Satmaster Portable Classic:	Astra1
Satmaster Portable Premium:	Astra 1 Nord, Astra 1 Süd, Astra 2 Nord, Astra 2 Süd, Astra 3, Astra 4 Nord, Astra 4 Süd, Atlantic Bird 3, Eurobird 9, Eutelsat W2M, Hispasat, Hotbird, Thor, TürkSat
Satmaster Portable Professional:	Astra 1 Nord, Astra 1 Süd, Astra 2 Nord, Astra 2 Süd, Astra 3, Astra 4 Nord, Astra 4 Süd, Atlantic Bird 3, Eurobird 9, Eutelsat W2M, Hispasat, Hotbird, Thor, TürkSat

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