Installation Instructions
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If you set up the system for DISH Network or
ExpressVu, follow these steps to run the
receiver’s Check Switch test to configure the
receiver for the desired satellites.
NOTE: If you are connecting multiple receivers,
repeat this process for each additional receiver. You
will need to connect each receiver, one at a time, to the
“RF1” cable and perform the steps below. Then, once
you have completed this process for each receiver, you
can reconnect them as desired.
a. Dock the vessel and ensure the antenna has
an unobstructed view of the sky.
b. Ensure the receiver is connected to the “RF1”
cable (see Figure 24 on page 12).
c. Apply power to the TV and receiver. (If the
antenna is turned off, turn it back on and wait
until the MCP shows “Tracking.”)
d. Using the receiver remote, go to the “Point
Dish/Signal Strength” screen (press MENU,
6, 1, 1 on most models).
e. Choose Check Switch, then press SELECT.
f. Choose Test, then press SELECT.
g. When the MCP no longer shows “Check
Switch Running,” refer to the tables in
Figure 44 to verify the values displayed on
your TV match those required for your
selected service. If your values do not match:
Turn off the antenna, then turn it back on and
repeat Steps d-f. When the MCP shows
“Please Run Check Switch,” repeat Steps d-f
again to run a second Check Switch.
h. Exit the menu and allow the receiver to
download the program guide.
This procedure must be performed while the
vessel is docked in calm water.
IMPORTANT!
Please be patient. The Check Switch test takes
approximately 15 minutes to complete.
Disregard any messages on the TV; they do
not correctly indicate the status of the test.
IMPORTANT!
Figure 44: Expected Check Switch Results Displayed on TV
DISH 1000/129 Results
DISH 1000/61 Results
DISH 500 Results
ExpressVu Results*
* If you installed just one ExpressVu satellite, the TV will show
an error message instead. This is normal.
Port 123
Satellite 119 110 129
Trans OKOKOK
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW64
Port 123
Satellite 119 110 61
Trans OKOKOK
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW64
Input 1122
Satellite 119 119 110 110
Polarity Odd Even Odd Even
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW42
Input 1122
Satellite91918282
Polarity Odd Even Odd Even
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW21
Run a Check Switch Test
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DISH Network or ExpressVu Only