Operation Manual

The satellite actually used for the search will be shown on screen. After

the satellite has been found, the system automatically switches to a

channel that is transmitted via this satellite.

Please note that not all satellites and all channels can be received

in all locations. Reception also depends on the size of the antenna.

If you are not sure whether your pre-set satellite can actually be

received in your current location, use the "Search via location"

function. In this case the satellite system will automatically select a

receivable satellite.

Manual search

By selecting this menu option you open a menu that allows the manual

control and adjustment of your satellite system. Before selecting this

menu item, switch to a channel that is receivable at your current location,

as otherwise no picture can be received. (See appendix 'Channel list' and

appendix 'Search satellite' on page 58.)

The manual search is recommended if you wish to optimize the antenna

position or aim the antenna at new satellites. The menu displays the

rotation and elevation in degrees relative to your vehicle and the signal

strength. The strongest signal will provide the best picture quality.

However, signal strength varies with the channel and location. To receive

an image, the signal strength window must display three green indicators

(DVB, FEC and QPSK) and a C/N value of at least 7 (C/N 8 for

encrypted channels).

To move the antenna, use P+/P- to highlight the option "Azimuth"

(rotation, direction) or "Elevation" (angle). Use the +/- keys to move the

antenna in increments into the selected direction. The change of the

antenna direction will be displayed in the direction indication window.

Please note that the indicated directional values relate to your vehicle and

are not actual geographic degrees – i.e. previous values are invalid after

you have moved the vehicle!

If you wish to move the antenna over a greater range, the increments

can be increased. To increase the increments, highlight "Azimuth" or

"Elevation" and press key 1 to 9 of the remote control. The increment

range will be displayed in the direction indication window following the

degree value. The highest number will create the largest increment. In

order to fine-tune a position, use increments of 1 or 2.