• The TRACKER PLUS satellite signal meter is microprocessor controlled, making it very reliable and accurate. The instrument is unique as it can measure satellite signal from one and up to four LNBs at the same time. Signal strength is resented graphical on the LCD-display in form of thermometer scales and in numbers (from 0-999). It can also present pitch tones from one of the selected inputs.

• The TRACKER PLUS satellite signal meter is very sensitive and can detect the weakest of signals. Strong incoming signals (powerful satellites, big dishes) can easily be attenuated for a better readout.

• TRACKER PLUS can be switched from normal to sensitive mode for more accurate alignment of the dish.

• The TRACKER PLUS can control DiSEqC, Toneburst 22 kHz and 13/18v that makes it very useful for setting up and testing systems. The instrument can operate any DiSEqC 1.2 actuator. The combination of actuator control and satellite finder is very useful and always needed.
  

• The TRACKER PLUS is powered by either the replaceable and rechargeable 8xAA batteries or from a satellite receiver (through the coax). The unit is operational for about four hour with a fully charged battery. Charging of the unit is done with the enclosed power supply. It takes about 14 hours to recharge a fully drained battery.
  
  
• The inputs are short circuit protected by automatic fuses. Even though the TRACKER PLUS has a lot of functions it is still very easy to use and has a very compact design.
  
  

Technical Specifications

Measuring method:

Thermometer-scales showing max. Highest tone on loudspeaker. Max hold-function.

MANUAL:

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The TRACKER PLUS satellite signal meter has a data port located on the top of the meter for future use and will allow the TRACKER PLUS to remain flexible with developments by giving the user simple access to firmware or software upgrades.  To expose the data port, remove the outer case covering.  The data port is located on the top of the meter (the opposite end from the DC charging port/F-connection end.)

The TRACKER PLUS was developed primarily for the installation of the DirecTV and DishNetwork Satellites and is capable of receive both the Ka Band and Ku Band signals from DTV’s 5 satellites at the 99, 101,103, 110, as well as 110, 119, and 129 for DishNetwork. The TRACKER PLUS adds the ability to be use with a DiSEqC commands, such as the Dish Pro Plus, which is found on the Dish 1000.2.

For DirecTV “SWM” LNB, the TRACKER PLUS has a “SWM” mode allowing  you to select the SL3S or SL5S LNB form.

As more satellites actively begin transmitting in the Ka Band widths, the TRACKER PLUS will become Increasingly more dynamic in functions.

The TRACKER PLUS Satellite Meter is supplied with 8 “AA” NiMH rechargeable cells and an AC transformer charger, as well as a DC car charger.

A 75 ohm terminator is included for meter-only alignment applications.

The terminator comes already attached to the meter’s “Receiver” port. The F connectors are field-replaceable and should be replaced with F-81 barrel connectors (hi frequency).

The TRACKER PLUS is protected by a neoprene rubber outer case, with adjustable carrying strap, and is easily removed (see below) for access to the battery compartment. The unit is delivered with a caring case, power supply, Car charger and manual.

To remove the TRACKER PLUS meter, push the cover off the top of the meter first. To reinsert the meter, insert the bottom (input side) first. (See illustration below.)

After removal from the protective case covering, you may access the battery compartment door on the back
of the meter.

Note: The TRACKER PLUS meter does not have a battery strength indicator.  If the meter will not power on or fails to stay powered on, you may need to charge the batteries

To charge the rechargeable batteries provided with your TRACKER PLUS satellite meter simply plug the AC  wall charger into a common household outlet before connecting in the meter.

Use the center port in the bottom of the meter for the AC charger connection.

The meter should display the start up screen momentarily, before displaying the charging screen.

The charging screen will appear as the countdown timer begins the count down from 14 hours.
The voltage reading of the combined AA battery cells will be displayed in the upper right-hand corner of the screen and the charging status displayed in the center with text reading “Charging Battery”.
The 14 hour timer will stop it’s countdown when the  cells are fully charged and the charging status
text will read “Battery Charged” (with the voltage of the cells displayed in the upper right-hand corner).

Note: To maximize the capacity and life  of the batteries, it may take up to 3 complete cycles of charging/discharging to bring the battery up to it’s full stated capacity.

The TRACKER PLUS satellite meter uses five rechargeable batteries, while you can substituted this for regular AAA batteries, it is recommended that they only be used for short periods when the recharging of the NiMH cells is not possible. When using AAA batteries, insert them into the tray compartment as indicated by the battery diagram in each individual cell holder.

Note: Only use ALKALINE batteries for substitution and do not attempt to recharge alkaline batteries!

Power the meter by pressing the “Power ON/OFF” and then press the MENU button

The MENU button text is highlighted in white. All white arrows and text on the faceplate indicate which function the buttons control when in the ‘menu’ screen.

Click on the white “UP” or “DOWN” buttons to make your selection and then click on the “OK” button to select that option.

The screen below will appear after pressing the “MENU” button.

     “LCD backlight ON/OFF” Turns backlight on

In DTV mode an ‘A’ appears above each bar to indicate ‘Attenuate’ is ON. In Multi mode the words “ATTENUATE ON” appear at bottom of screen

     “Attenuate ON/OFF” To ‘attenuate’ or reduce the signal, this function is use if the reading of the TRACKER PLUS goes off the scale.

In DTV mode an ‘A’ appears above each bar to indicate ‘Attenuate’ is ON. In Multi mode the words “ATTENUATE ON” appear at bottom of screen

“LCD Contrast” - Set display contrast.

“Auto Power Off” – Set timer on meter.

Select the “DTV mode” from the MENU.

The default satellites names are the Ka (Hi) 99 West and Ku 101 West, this will show on the bottom left of the screen.

To change the satellite names; press the “Satellite Select” button “top left in black”. The satellite name and orbital slot are displayed at the bottom of the LCD screen.

They are 4 different c with different configuration of satellite names to choose from.

• Satellite screens for Ka band 99 WEST, Ku band 101 WEST on 13V. (RHCP)

• Satellite screens for Ka band  99 WEST, Ku band 101 WEST on18V. (LHCP)

• Satellite screens for Ka band 103 WEST, Ku band 119 WEST on 13V. and 22kHz (RHCP)

• Satellite screens for Ka band 103 WEST, Ku band 110/119 WEST on 18V. and 22kHz (LHCP)

The blue-text indicates functions controlled by the buttons within the blue outline (each button controls the corresponding bandwidth indicated to the right of the box).

Press the button beside the bandwidth you want to “zoom in” on (bar becomes more dynamic, in relation to it’s displayed signal strength movements).

When the “SENSITIVITY” function is On a “S” will appear on the signal bar to indicate which band width now appears to more freely move.

The TRACKER PLUS comes with a 75 ohm terminator connected to the receiver port at the bottom of the unit. This terminator should be used, unless the meter is in-line between the I.R.D. and the dish, to prevent interference as a result fo terristral signal reception on the Ka band.

To activate the Beeper ON/OFF “audio buzzer” simply press and hold one of the 3 buttons shown on the top right diagram, each button will activate an individual signal corresponding to the signal on the screen. The speaker icon will appear on the signal bar. You will hear an indication through a rise and fall of pitch change, of how strong the signal is currently being received.

The TRACKER PLUS will allow you to have the “SENSITIVITY” function and the Beeper ON/OFF “audio buzzer” at the same time if you like. You will see the “S” for the “SENSITIVITY” and the speaker icon both next to each other.

The TRACKER PLUS is not able to power the “SWM” LNB for a long time; therefore we have provided a power passing splitter to power the SWM LNB. Please see below on how to connect the splitter to your SWM LNB and TRACKER PLUS satellite meter. The Power Supply should always be connected on the Power passing side of the splitter.(RED LINE)

Multi Mode allows the user to look at a single LNB or to look at up to 4 LNBs at the same time. It is ideal for use with the DishNetWork multi-lnb systems, like the  Dish 1000.2.

Note: Because DishNetWork has different manufacturers of the Dish 1000.2 LNB, it is recommended that you connect the TRACKER PLUS to Port 1 of the LNB.  Also, because the LNB can drop the stacked mode when you first power up the meter (in Multi Mode), the initial reading will be low until you enter a selection (Diseqc command.) After that initial selection, all readings will be accurate

Select the “Multi Mode” from the Menu. You will start on LNB1 = (119 Satellite) to change to a different LNB simply press the “DiSEqC Scan” button.

Note: You will not be able to see or select any LNB’s if the TRACKER PLUS satellite meter is not connected to a DiSEqC switch or an LNB with a DiSEqC control like the DishPro or the Dish 1000 family.

By pressing the “DiSEqC Select Port” button you can see the different LNB’s one at a time and the LNB will show on the screen, LNB1to LNB4

By pressing the “DiSEqC Scan” button you will be able to see multiple LNB’s on the screen at the same time.

By pressing the “DiSEqC Scan” button you will be able to see multiple LNB’s on the screen at the same time.

To expose the Data Port, remove the outer case covering. The Data Port is located on the opposite end of the DIGISAT MULTI from the DC charging port/F-connection end.  A special cable for connection with PC is needed (optional, not included). All data for future upgrades will be available at www.OrbitaTracker.com