This is the NEW MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter with replaceable F-Connectors and a field replaceable battery.
This is the perfect satellite meter for installers looking to align multi LNB satellite antennas. The Multi Tracker Satellite Signal Meter has Dual inputs to allow installers to view multiple satellite signals on the units LCD display to digitally indicate signal strength; or use the units built in tone generator for a "No Look" aligning of your satellite antenna! The meter can be powered by your receiver, or use the built in rechargeable battery pack which allows installers to completely install and align the satellite antenna without the use of a receiver. Use the meters Receiver test to troubleshoot problems with your receiver; test the voltage and Amps being sent by your satellite receiver. Use this meter with, Multi-Satellite Installs 101,110,119 DirecTV, Dish Network, Most FTA Systems and Superdish. Comes with a 1 year warranty, very compact and lightweight.
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The MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter is microprocessor controlled, making it very reliable and accurate.
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The instrument is unique because it can measure two satellite signals at the same time.
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Signal strength is presented graphical on the LCD-display in form of thermometer-scales and in numbers (from 0-99.9). An Audible tone is also generated when signal is detected and increases in tone when signal is maximized.
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The MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter is very sensitive and can detect the weakest of signals. Strong incoming signals can easily be attenuated for maximum alignment.
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The MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter can identify the different types of signals coming from a satellite receiver like; voltage +mA, 22 kHz and DiSEqC. It can also be setup as a 2-way switch (22 kHz, DiSEqC, Tone burst and 13/18v) making it very useful when testing systems.
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The MULTI TRACKER can control and run any DiSEqC 1.2 actuator.
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The MULTI TRACKER comes with a built in battery that can power the unit for up one hour depending on the LNB. The MULTI TRACKER can also be powered by the satellite receiver.
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Charging of the unit can be done with the supplied AC or DC chargers. A full 12-hour charge is required for the first initial charge. Standard charging takes about one hour.
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The inputs are short-circuiting protected by automatic fuses. The F-connectors are also removable and replaceable.
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Technical Specifications |
Input frequency: |
2 x 950-2150 MHz. |
Input level: |
40-100 dBuV. |
Through loss: |
5 dB. |
Input impedance: |
75 Ohm, F-connectors. |
Output impedance: |
75 Ohm, F-connectors. |
Circuit Protection: |
Automatic fuses on all inputs. |
Measuring method: |
Signal presentation on LCD
displaying form of thermometer
scales or three digit number.
Pitch-tone indication on loudspeaker.
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Max-level: |
Thermometer-scales showing
max. Three digit numbers
showing highest value. Highest
tone on loudspeaker. Max hold-
function. |
Voltmeter: |
Voltmeter 0-30 volt. 0-900 mA. |
Indications: |
Voltage, current. 22 kHz (on/off)
Mini DiSEqC (tone burst). DiSEqC and 1.1 |
Transmitting: |
22 kHz (on/off). Mini DiSEqC. (tone burst). DiSEqC 1.0 and
1.1 13/18V. |
Actuator control: |
DiSEqC 1.2. |
Power supply: |
Rechargeable battery or from
receiver via coaxial cable. |
Power consumption: |
Ca 35 mA without loudspeaker.
Ca 50 mA with loudspeaker. |
Battery recharge: |
Power supply 14-20V DC,
Center pin +, Car-charger. |
Weight: |
400g. |
Dimensions: |
175x 55 x 40 mm.6 |
Accessories: |
Power supply.
Carrying-case.
Car-charger.
Manual. |
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The MULTI TRACKER from ORBITAL TRACKER is designed to be an aid for aligning a satellite dish . It does not identify which satellite you are looking at. You must select the correct satellite dish parameters for proper alignment, if not you can easily register satellite signals from other satellites.
Most satellite receivers can provide the elevation and azimuth of the satellite desired, if not this information can be easily obtained by going to the website
www.dishpointer.com
Use your MULTI TRACKER satellite meter to maximize your satellite signal strength readings.
To properly use of the MULTI TRACKER satellite meter, please carefully read and follow the directions supplied in this owner’s manual.
INCLUDES:
- One Multi Tracker Satellite Signal Meter
- Leather Case
- AC Charger
- DC Charger
- Instructions book
FEATURES:
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Easy to Read LCD Display
- Dual Satellite Signal
- Strength Measurements
- Selectable Audio On-Off
- Tone Measures Receiver
- Self-Contained
- Voltage
- Measures Individual LNBF
- Current Consumption
- Rechargeable Battery
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13/18 Volt Switching
- DP Switching
- Superdish Switching
- Switches 22 KHz On/Off
- Adjustable LCD Contrast
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MANUAL:
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The MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter can provide much more information about your satellite system. To access the expanded menu area, press the “ON / MENU” button. If the unit is off press the “ON / MENU” button to turn the unit on and then the “ON / MENU” to access the menu. Press the “UP” or “DOWN” button to scroll the cursor > up and down the menu. |
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VIEW SIGNAL:
This is the screen you will see when you first turn on the MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter. These bars indicate the general signal strength, voltage and current draw in mA of all connected devices. If desired, you can look at only one LNB by pressing the“UP” button. Press the “UP” button again to look at the second LNB, press of the “UP” button takes you back to both LNBs. |
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RECEIVER VIEW:
Displays the voltage provided by the satellite receiver or battery. Indicates the total current draw in mAof all connected components. Also indicates if a 22kHz tone is being sent by a DirecTV® receiver. These readings verify the receiver operation. Also, using the receiver for power, you can measure voltage at the receiver and then at the end of the coax, this will help calculate the voltage loss through the coax cable. DishNetwork port selections (from the receiver) are detected and listed at the bottom of the screen. This information applies to the older DishNetwork switches only. |
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22 kHz MODE:
The MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter has a built-in 22Khz tone generator, which can be activated by this function. This allows you to control many typical switches such as the DTV Slimline LNB. For example, you can look at the 119° satellite (if the 22KHZ tone is activated) on the top graph and 101° on the bottom bar graph simultaneously. Please note the 22 kHz commands can only be activated on the TOP LNB (LNB1) connection (22K) LNB1
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13/18V:
With the MULTI TRACKER you can select 18vDC as the output voltage sent from the battery to the LNBF. Be very frugal when selecting this higher voltage as the circuitry demands a lot more battery power. If the demand on the battery is high, the voltage will AUTOMATICALLY drop back to 13V. Note, you can only select this option when the satellite receiver is not connected. |
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NEW DISH CTRL:
The NEWDISH CTRL feature allows you to control the DishPro switches. Specifically, Port 1, 2 and 3 on the DP34, or Port 1 and 2 on the DP21 can be selected as needed. Note that only the TOP LNB1 connection LNB on the MULTI TRACKER satellite meter sends the switching commands. The BOTTOM LNB2 port LNB can only “look” at Port #1 of either switch. This allows you to look at Port 1 on the BOTTOM bar and Port 2 or Port 3 (DP34) on the TOP bar. |
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ATTEN:
This attenuates (reduces) both the signal meter readings to lower numbers. Handy if the bar graph is maxed out. Note that the ‘A’ text is now displayed. To turn this feature off, go back to >ATTEN and select OFF. |
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SETUP:
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MAXHOLD: This function superimposes a small bar at the end of the bar graph (signal strength) which keeps track of the maximum signal received. This can be turned on or off as needed. Your choice will remain in the memory.
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LCD-CONTRAST: To adjust the LCD Contrast just scroll down to “DARKER” or “LIGHTER”, then press the “ON / MENU” button repeatedly to darken or lighten the display. Scroll back up to “EXIT” and press the “ON / MENU” button to save your selection in the memory.
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AUTO OFF This sets the automatic timer to turn the MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter off when the battery is used for power. Scroll down to the setting you prefer and press the “ON / MENU” button to save the time you selected in the memory. |
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DIRECTV 18” Satellite Dish
Connect the MULTI TRACKER satellite signal meter to the LNB. You can use the top LNB1 or bottom LNB2 satellite meter LNB input connection. The signal will register on the TOP LNB1 or Bottom LNB2 graph depending on which one is connected. The 18 inch satellite dishes only look at on satellite at a time they’re in no need to hook more than one coax cable to the satellite meter.
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DIRECTV SlimLine Satellite Dish “NON SWM” (4 wires) SL3 OR SL5
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1 1 1111111SL3 111 SL5
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For the SLIMLINE SL5 or SL3 LNB (NON SWM) you must select the 22k ON position in the main menu. Connect any two cables to the satellite meters TOP LNB1 and BOTTOM LNB2 “F” ports.
The “TOP”LNB1 bar will indicate 119° (22k ) and the “BOTTOM”LNB2 bar will indicate 101°
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The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter will give you a reading of 119° on the “TOP”LNB1 bar as long as you have selected the 22K to the “ON” position in the menu option. It will give you a 101° reading on the “BOTTOM”LNB2 if both lines are connected to the LNB.
The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter will give you a reading of 119° on the “TOP”LNB1 bar as long as you have selected the 22K to the “ON” position in the menu option. It will give you a 101° reading on the “BOTTOM”LNB2 if both lines are connected to the LNB.
The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter will give you a reading of 119° on the “TOP”LNB1 bar as long as you have selected the 22K to the “ON” position in the menu option. It will give you a 101° reading on the “BOTTOM”LNB2 if both lines are connected to the LNB. |
DIRECTV SWM SlimLine Satellite Dish (1 wire) SL3S OR SL5S
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11111111SL3S 111 SL5S |
The DIRECTV Slim Line SWM (1 Output) LNB has a built-in Multiswitch. This LNB requires a power supply (PI-21). which is provided with your Slim Line SWM satellite system This power supply is required in conjunction with a ALS-1 switch. The Power supply must be connected to the ASL-1 switch, SWM LNB and then to the MULTI TRACKER satellite meter.
SWM LNB and then to the MULTI TRACKER satellite meter. |
Requirements: |
- Multi Tracker Meter
- ALS-1 Switch
- Power Supply (PI-21)
- Coax Jumper Cable
This ASL-1 switch has a “DC Power IN” input that will power the SWM LNB when connected to the Power supply. The MULTI TRACKER meter does not have sufficient power to power the SWM LNB.
*The ASL-1 is sold separately. |
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Power supply (PI-21) for the SWM LNB .
This is the power supply that comes with the SWM Satellite system.
*The Power supply (PI-21) is sold separately. |
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The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter will give you a reading of 119° when connected to the ASL-1 switch on the “119 WL Skew” port and it will give you a 101° reading when connected to the “101° WL Alignment” port of the SL-1 switch. You can connect both lines to get a dual reading for 119° and 101° at the same time.
Make sure the 119WL ASL-1 port is connected to the “Top” LNB1 Port and the 101 WL Alignment is connected to the “Bottom” LNB2 port.
Note: The Signal reading on the MULTI TRACKER does not equal the same signal reading on your satellite receiver. Example a 60% signal reading on the MUITI TRACKER may be a 90% on your
Satellite receiver. |
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The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter is also compatible with DishNetwork 110° and 119° satellites. This is an illustration using the DP21 Switch.
Selected Port (1 or 2) in the main Menu (*New Dish CTRL) Use “TOP”LNB1 connection only.
Note: The receiver needs to be connected to the Satellite Meter for Dish Network satellite dishes. |
- Connecting the DP or DishPro LNB to the MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter.
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The MULTI TRACKER Satellite Meter can be powered by a Satellite Receiver to by pass the internal battery. It can also be used if the MULTI TRACKER battery is running low.
Note: When the receiver is used for power, you will need to set the MULTI TRACKER to 22KHz mode in the “OFF” position. This will interrupt the switching commands form the receiver to the LNB.
For the DishPro Plus systems you will need to use the Dish Network receiver for powering of the LNB during alignment. |
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Because of the amount of current that the DP34 and its components draw it is recommended to use a DP (Dish Network) receiver to power the DP34 switch. (this connection needs to be done first). A Second receiver can be used to power the MULTI TRACKER Satellite meter.
Port 1 on the DP34 Switch will be shown on the “BOTTOM”LNB2 bar of the MULTI TRACKER. The “TOP”LNB1 bar is controllable and
can look at any of the three ports by making a port selection in the MULTI TRACKER menu under “NEWDISH CTRL” The port selection signal from the MULTI TRACKER to the switch is only sent when you initially select Port 1 or Port 2 or Port 3 with the arrowhead and press the “ON/MENU” button. Thereafter, if you power down the switch, or make any other changes, you may need to re-select the desired port in the menu and press the “ON/MENU” button again. |
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