SWiM Integrated LNB Installation KaKu - HD DVR SWiM compatible Single tuner SWiM compatible 4 way single port DC power passing splitter rated from 2-2150MHz BBC s are not required in this scenario Weather Seal identifier All Outdoor F-Connectors must be tightened to no less than 30 inch lbs to include LNB s Black Ground Wire Indicates # 17ga CCS Bond Service Panel Distance between the Power Inserter and the SWiM switch can not exceed 150 ft Green Bonding Wire Indicates # 10ga Solid Copper Out to TV Off Air In Satellite In Ports -1 Out to TV Off Air In Satellite In Ports 1 2 HD DVR S- S- Internal Wall Plates External Wall Splitters can be installed exterior of the residence, however port termination and weather sealing rules still apply Bonding The following grounding diagrams illustrate only a few examples of ways to bond a DIRECTV system and may not meet bonding requirements in every municipality within the United States. It is the responsibility of the installer/technician performing the installation to know and follow all local, state and federal grounding regulations within the area he or she is working. 1 Version 5 March 2009
Out to TV Off Air In -1 Satellite In Ports 2 HD DVR Out to TV Off Air In Satellite In Ports 1 S- S- Internal Wall Plates SWiM Integrated LNB Installation KaKu - HD DVR SWiM compatible Single tuner SWiM compatible 4 way single port DC power passing splitter rated from 2-2150MHz BBC s are not required in this scenario Weather Seal identifier All Outdoor F-Connectors must be tightened to no less than 30 inch lbs to include LNB s Black Ground Wire Indicates # 17ga CCS Bond Service Panel Green Bonding Wire Indicates # 10ga Solid Copper Distance between the Power Inserter and the SWiM switch can not exceed 150 ft External Wall Bonding The following grounding diagrams illustrate only a few examples of ways to bond a DIRECTV system and may not meet bonding requirements in every municipality within the United States. It is the responsibility of the installer/technician performing the installation to know and follow all local, state and federal grounding regulations within the area he or she is working. 2 Version 5 March 2009
SWiM Integrated LNB Installation KaKu - HD DVR SWiM compatible Single tuner SWiM compatible Off-Air HD Antenna 4 way single port DC power passing splitter rated from 2-2150MHz BBC s are not required in this scenario Weather Seal identifier All Outdoor F-Connectors must be tightened to no less than 30 inch lbs to include LNB s Black Ground Wire Indicates # 17ga CCS Bond Service Panel Distance between the Power Inserter and the SWiM switch can not exceed 150 ft Green Bonding Wire Indicates # 10ga Solid Copper Out to TV Off Air In Satellite In Ports 1 Out to TV Off Air In Satellite In Ports HD -1 2 DVR S- S- Internal Wall Plates External Wall Splitters can be installed exterior of the residence, however port termination and weather sealing rules still apply Bonding The following grounding diagrams illustrate only a few examples of ways to bond a DIRECTV system and may not meet bonding requirements in every municipality within the United States. It is the responsibility of the installer/technician performing the installation to know and follow all local, state and federal grounding regulations within the area he or she is working. 3 Version 5 March 2009
SWiM Integrated LNB Meter Peaking Overview The SWiM LNB requires additional steps to be performed during the peaking process. An ASL (Alignment Signal Locator) is required to be used during the peaking process to ensure that the 101 and 119 satellites are located and peaked for maximum signal strength. The integrated LNB is connected to the ASL (SWiM IN port). This connection then allows the 101 and 119 satellite locations to be split into separate unique signals as seen below. The BirDog, Supper Buddy, Acutrac Pro 22 and Acutrac III meter have been tested and verified to work with the ASL. If an ASL is not available then a single port power passing two way splitter (rated @ 2MHz - 2150MHz)can ONLY be used with the BirDog and Super Buddy meters. Note: The SWiM Integrated LNB output port must be connected to the input port of the Splitter DC PASS 2-Way Splitter 2-2150MHz The following pages describe the proper peaking procedures using both methods. These procedures do not exclude or eliminate the need to dither the KaKu dish. Peaking must be performed using the SWiM LNB 4 Version 5 March 2009
Super Buddy Meter ASL Peaking Note: Use instructions in the Meter Setup section for peaking of the SWiM-ODU DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS receiver or the Super Buddy zip code screen. 101.3 W Syst DIRECTV -ODU LOCK 101 CH 7 1586 RGHT 4) Apply power to the SWiM LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) ID ZIP -41.1 dbm 96 # LNB1 MENU 5) Connect the Super Buddy to the 101 port of the ASL unit. Press the LNB button once to select LNB1 and the 101 West satellite. The Super Buddy will tune to a SWiM Integrated LNB 101 west channel. 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your left bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. Software V2.08 and Field Guide V1.40 or newer are needed for the ODU functionality Use the Super buddy Flash Update program to obtain these files 119.3 W Syst ID DIRECTV -ODU LOCK 119 CH 2 1076 RGHT LNB1 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. The SWiM Integrated LNB is not compatible with the Super Buddy s satellite ID feature, but the signal lock status indicates that you are pointed at 101. Note: Use the LNB button on the main screen to turn on LNB 1 (101 west) or LNB 2 (119 west) during the peaking process. Software updates can be found at the following link http://www.appliedin.com/sbdownmen Use the Flash Update Program from Applied Instruments to obtain the proper software System Setup ZIP -45.4 dbm 96 # MENU Note: You will have to disconnect the cable from the 101 port on the ASL and connect to the 119 port on the ASL during the tilt adjustment step of the dithering process Meter set-up: Push the SYST System soft-key to select the following: ᄋ REGION your geographic region ᄋ SERVICE DIRECTV ᄋ SYSTEM -LNB ᄋ LNB MODEL SL3s or SL5s ᄋ SWITCH TYPE Manual (the default for the -LNB) SERVICE DIRECTV System -LNB LNB MODEL (SL3s or SL5s) SWITCH TYPE Manual 5 Version 5 March 2009
Super Buddy Meter Splitter Peaking Note: Use instructions in the Meter Setup section for peaking of the SWiM- ODU DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS DC PASS 2-Way Splitter 2-2150MHz 101.3 W DIRECTV -ODU LOCK 101 CH 7 1586 RGHT receiver or the Super Buddy zip code screen. Syst ID LNB1 ZIP MENU 4) Apply power to the SWiM Integrated LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) 5) Connect the Super Buddy to the 2 nd port of the splitter. Press the LNB button once to select LNB1 and the 101 West satellite. The Super Buddy will tune to a SWiM Integrated LNB 101 west channel. Software V2.08 and Field Guide V1.40 are needed for the ODU functionality Use the Super buddy Flash Update program to obtain these files 119.3 W Syst ID -41.1 dbm 96 # DIRECTV -ODU LOCK 119 CH 2 1076 RGHT LNB1 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your left bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. The SWiM Integrated LNB is not compatible with the Super Buddy s satellite ID feature, but the signal lock status indicates that you are pointed either at 101. Software updates can be found at the following link http://www.appliedin.com/sbdownmen Use the Flash Update Program from Applied Instruments to obtain the proper software System Setup ZIP -45.4 dbm 96 # MENU Note: Use the LNB button on the main screen to turn on LNB 1 (101 west) or LNB 2 (119 west) during the peaking process. Meter set-up: Push the SYST System soft-key to select the following: ᄋ REGION your geographic region ᄋ SERVICE DIRECTV ᄋ SYSTEM SWiM-LNB ᄋ LNB MODEL SL3s or SL5s ᄋ SWITCH TYPE Manual (the default for the SWiM-LNB) SERVICE DIRECTV System -LNB LNB MODEL (SL3s or SL5s) SWITCH TYPE Manual 6 Version 5 March 2009
BirDog Meter ASL Peaking DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS receiver. DIRECTV 101 4) Apply power to the SWiM Integrated LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) OUT S llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll 211 Q llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll. 95% Found 5) Connect the Birdog meter to the 101 port of the ASL unit. Press the arrow button to select DIRECTV SWiM 101 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. INPUT OFF ON DIRECTV 119 S llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll.191 Q llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll. 98% Found 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. Note: You will have to disconnect the cable from the 101 port on the ASL and connect to the 119 port on the ASL during the tilt adjustment step of the dithering process Software updates can be found at the following link http://www.birdog.tv/ Download the following files DIRECTV 101 DIRECTV 119 DTV Ka/Ku 3g 119 west DTV Ka/Ku 3g 101 west Notice With the BOG meter turned off, press and hold the up arrow button to get to the backend menu. Press the down arrow, scroll through the menu until you see the RF option, change the RF option to Linear by using the right arrow key Press the down arrow, scroll through the menu until you see the BER option, change the BER option to LOG by using the right arrow key Press the up arrow until you see EXIT, then press the right arrow to turn the meter off 7 Version 5 March 2009
BirDog Meter Splitter Peaking DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS 1) Be sure the mast is plumb and the foot plate is secure to an approved DC PASS 2-Way Splitter 2-2150MHz receiver. DIRECTV 101 4) Apply power to the SWiM Integrated LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) 5) Connect the Birdog meter to the 2nd port of the splitter. Press the arrow button to select DIRECTV 101 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. OUT INPUT OFF ON S llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll 211 Q llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll. 95% Found DIRECTV 119 S llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll.191 Q llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll. 98% Found 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. Software updates can be found at the following link http://www.birdog.tv/ Download the following files DIRECTV 101 DIRECTV 119 DTV Ka/Ku 3g 119 west DTV Ka/Ku 3g 101 west Notice With the BOG meter turned off, press and hold the up arrow button to get to the backend menu. Press the down arrow, scroll through the menu until you see the RF option, change the RF option to Linear by using the right arrow key Press the down arrow, scroll through the menu until you see the BER option, change the BER option to LOG by using the right arrow key Press the up arrow until you see EXIT, then press the right arrow to turn the meter off 8 Version 5 March 2009
Accutrac Pro Meter ASL Peaking DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS receiver. 4) Apply power to the SWiM Integrated LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) 5) Connect the Accutrac Pro meter LNB 1 to the 101 port of the ASL unit. Press the on /menu button. LNB 1 LNB 1 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. 89 OFF 0 0 MA 13.2v 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. Note: You will have to disconnect the cable from the 101 port on the ASL and connect to the 119 port on the ASL during the tilt adjustment step of the dithering process 9 Version 5 March 2009
Digisat III Meter ASL Peaking DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS receiver. 4) Apply power to the SWiM Integrated LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) 5) Connect the Digisat meter LNB port to the 101 port of the ASL unit. Press the on /menu button. 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your bar graph. If you cannot obtain a lock, just peak the signal level and try to obtain the lock in the next step. LNB 1 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. 72 13.0V 0 MA Note: You will have to disconnect the cable from the 101 port on the ASL and connect to the 119 port on the ASL during the tilt adjustment step of the dithering process 10 Version 5 March 2009
Accutrac III Meter ASL Peaking DO NOT CONNECT ANY to the SWiM Integrated LNB BEFORE OR DURING THE PEAKING PROCESS receiver. 4) Apply power to the SWiM LNB using the power inserter as the diagram outlines. (When power is applied, and before any receivers are connected, the SWiM Integrated LNB will enter a diagnostic mode that is required for the alignment procedure.) 13V Ka-Hi 0mA 5) Connect the Accutrac III meter LNB port to the 101 port of the ASL unit. Press the power on/off button. Then select the 101 location by using the satellite select button. You will be viewing the KU bar for signal strength. Ku Ka-Lo Ka@99, Ku@ 101 63.5 6) Adjust the antenna s azimuth to obtain a signal lock and peak the signal level on your bar graph. Satellite Select Ka -Hi (1650-2150MHz UP 13V 0 ma Ka-Hi 8) At this point, you should be ROUGHLY aligned to 101 West. Menu Ku (950-1450MHz) Down Ku Ka-Lo 48.9 KaKu Dithering procedures POWER On/Off Ka -Lo (250-750MHz OK Ka@103, Ku@119 Note: You will have to disconnect the cable from the 101 port on the ASL and connect to the 119 port on the ASL during the tilt adjustment step of the dithering process LNB DC IN Receiver 12Vdc 11 Version 5 March 2009