DURA-SAT DUR-line SF 4000 BT User Manual

DUR-line
®
SF 4000 BT - Sainder
 Test receiver for DVB-S/S2 signals
 8 Pre-programmed satellites (editable)
 Recognises the selected satellite
 Bluetooth interface
 Free app for additional functions
Service
Video tutorial:
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing this high-quality product. Please do not assume that the device is defective if your product
does not immediately function as you would expect.
Please do not immediately send back the device. Contact us and DO NOT write a poo review. The device is in
complete working order.
Support: support@durline.de / Tel. +49 (0)7721-94646-10
Troubleshooting: see operating instructions page 10
Overview
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A video tutorial is available to view on YouTube.
Scan the QR code adjacent:
or
In the YouTube search bar enter: “DUR-line SF 4000 BT”
See the reverse side for instructions
on how to align the antenna
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Quick start guide
This is only a quick start guide!
Please also read the detailed instruction manual!
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Connections 1 DC 5 - 18 V: Power supply connection (power supply unit, receiver, power bank...)
2 SAT/LNB: Connection to the LNB
Buttons 3 TP: Briefly pressing this button switches the transponder
4 SAT: Briefly pressing this button changes the satellites
To activate or deactivate the loudspeaker, press and hold the SAT button for
2 seconds
LEDs 5 Power: Operating voltage is available, the device is ready for operation
6 13/18 V: Green = horizontal band activated Red = vertical band activated
7 0/22 Hz: Green = high band activated Red = low band activated
8 QUALITY: The more LEDs illuminated, the better the quality
9 STRENGTH: The more LEDs illuminated, the better the reception
Download App
Using the app
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Unterer Dammweg 6/1
78050 VS-Villingen, Germany
WEEE reg. no.:
DE 88896400
www.durline.de
Subject to changes and prinng errors.
May only be copied and reproduced
with the permission of Dura-Sat GmbH.
Version dated 09/19
Pre-programmed satellites
Satellites (editable):
SAT 1 Astra 19.2° E
SAT 2 Hotbird 13° E
SAT 3 Amos 4° W
SAT 4 Astra 4A 5° E (Sirius)
SAT 5 Türksat 42° E
SAT 6 Eutelsat 16° E
SAT 7 Astra 23.5° E
SAT 8 Astra 28.2° E
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The following satellites are
already saved on the Satfinder
in the 8 different positions.
(Pro “SAT” position = 4 different
transponders)
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The “DUR-line Finder” app is not required to use the Satfinder. The scope of
features is however expanded.
for iOS 9.0
for Android 4.3
Download the "DUR-line Finder" app
DUR-line
Finder
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DO NOT link the Satfinder via Bluetooth! Only open the app!
Start the app:
1. After downloading the app,
select the “DUR-line Finder”
icon.
2. Click “Scan” to search using
the Satfinder.
3. Click on the detected
Satfinder listed.
Note for Android users:
Permissions for location (GPS) must
be activated, otherwise Android
does not allow Bluetooth
connection.
On your smartphone, open the App Store.
Enter “DUR-line Finder” as a search term or scan the QR code:
The “DUR-line Finder” app should then appear and can be
installed for free.
App “Find” tab
Modifications are required here if
searching for a very specific satel-
lite/transponder! (Further expertise
required!)
A satellite, the LNB oscillator
frequency and a transponder can
be selected
from the extensive drop-down
menu (click on the down arrow).
You can manually enter data or add
to the list using “Edit” or “Add”.
App “Find” => “More” tab:
C/N: Level spacing from desired
signal and background noises –
Higher is better
LEVEL: Level in dBµV – Higher is
better
MER: Modulation error rate –
Higher is better
BER: Bit error rate - lower is better
App “TP Settings” tab:
The stored transponders
are displayed here.
These can be overwritten and saved
on the Satfinder with “Confirm”.
Four transponders (TP1 to TP4)
can be assigned
to each satellite.
Info
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The signal is not
received by the
receiver/TV
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Note regarding the
Power banks:
Only works with a
“large” power bank
with 2A.
Manual available for download
in other languages:
http://www.durline.de/qr/manual/sf4000bt.html

DURA-SAT DUR-line SF 4000 BT Specifications

General

Brand	DURA-SAT
Model	DUR-line SF 4000 BT
Category	Camera Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Overview of DUR-line SF 4000 BT Satfinder

Power and Connection Ports

Details on power input requirements and connection ports for the Satfinder device.

Device Buttons and LEDs

Explanation of the function of each button and the status indicated by the LEDs.

Download and Use the DUR-line Finder App

Downloading the DUR-line Finder App

Instructions for finding and installing the DUR-line Finder app on smartphones.

Connecting and Using the App

Guide on initiating the app connection, searching satellites, and interpreting signal data.

Preparing the Satellite Dish

Determining Satellite Angles

How to find the approximate horizon position for aligning antennas using online tools or references.

Roughly Positioning the Dish

Guidance on aligning the antenna towards the satellite's expected sky direction using elevation and azimuth.

Using the Satellite Finder

Connecting and Powering the Satfinder

Instructions for connecting the Satfinder to the LNB and receiver/power supply.

Selecting Satellites and Adjusting Alignment

Steps to activate the Satfinder, select satellites, and fine-tune dish alignment using LEDs and buzzer.

LNB Skew Optimization

Tips for slightly improving signal strength/quality by adjusting the LNB skew.

Finalizing Setup and Checking TV Picture

Procedure for disconnecting the Satfinder and verifying TV reception.