Satellite Antennas User Manual ver. 2.0
guides. When the Free Way antenna systems and satellite receiver are properly
configured, it is easy to change the channel using the remote control that normally
comes with the receiver unit.
7.4 Watching TV
The Free Way antennas are designed to operate as efficiently and as reliably as
possible when the vehicle is moved and anchored. It is also the quickest satellite
acquisition system available among the Free Way antennas. If you have anchored the
vehicle and the antenna has completed to searching selected satellite, turn off Control
Box Power to avoid unnecessary use of power. Because the LNB receives its power
from the Satellite Receiver through the Control Box, the antenna will continue to receive
the satellite TV signals.
7.5 Switching between Satellites
You can switch between satellites using the IDU by pressing Satellite select buttons.
Follow the steps below to switch to another satellite.
1. Ensure that the Control Box's led are on (for antenna Free Way 1S) or that
the LCD screen of the IDU is displayed (for antenna Free Way 1M).
2. Press the Satellite select buttons to switch to another satellite
3. The antenna shifts to track selected satellite. Wait for the ending of
Tracking Satellite operation.
TRACKING
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Figure 7-1
Free Way 1S Control Box display
HOTBIRD
AUTO_SLP S : 280
Figure 7-2
Free Way 1M Control Box display
SLEEP
ID: HOT