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MSP
995
PACE
MULTI
SATELLITE
POSITIONER
User
Manual
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Pace MSP 995 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Temperature Range-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
TypeElectro-pneumatic
Operating Temperature-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Input Signal4-20 mA
Supply Pressure1.4 - 7 bar (20 - 100 psi)
ProtectionIP66, NEMA 4X
Enclosure RatingIP66, NEMA 4X
Housing MaterialAluminum

Summary

MULTI-SATELLITE SYSTEMS OVERVIEW

MSP995 Dish Positioner Introduction

Introduces the Pace MSP995 Dish Positioner and its function with a motorised dish and Pace Receiver.

How to Use This Manual

Provides guidance on using the manual and essential safety instructions before operation.

SAFETY AND POWER CONNECTION

Safety First Precautions

Essential safety warnings for operating the satellite dish positioner, emphasizing electrical hazards.

Mains Supply Connection

Details on connecting the unit to the mains supply and associated safety precautions.

Mains Lead Plug Fitting

Instructions for connecting mains plugs, including fuse replacement and rewireable plugs for UK and Europe.

OPERATIONAL MODES AND HANDSET

Operational Modes Explained

Explains the three operational modes: normal, program, and set limits, with LED indicators.

Handset Overview

Details the function of each key on the Dish Positioner handset for various operational modes.

UNIT PANEL LAYOUT

Front and Rear Panel Drawings

Visual diagrams of the unit's front and rear panels, illustrating ports and controls.

Front Panel Button Functions

Explains the function of the front panel buttons and their operation in different modes.

SETTING DISH MOVEMENT LIMITS

Adjusting East and West Limits

Explains how to alter previously set East and West limits to change the dish panning range.

Handling Out-of-Limit Positions

Describes the "out" error message when a position is outside the set limits.

PROGRAMMING SATELLITE POSITIONS

Setting Up Position Numbers

Instructions for assigning satellite position numbers, including using a Pace satellite receiver.

SATELLITE POSITION CONFIGURATION

Receiver Scanning Mode Usage

Describes using the receiver's frequency scan mode to find channels and set up positions.

Adjusting Polarity Values

Details how to adjust polarity (skew) values for optimal signal reception.

Understanding Polarity Types

Advises setting up separate positions for Horizontal (H) and Vertical (V) polarities.

Using Polarity Value Settings

Explains factory-set skew values and how to change them for fine-tuning.

NORMAL MODE OPERATION

Operation Via Satellite Receiver

How to operate the positioner using a Pace satellite receiver's handset.

Operation Via Handset

How to operate the positioner directly using its own handset.

Stopping Dish Movement

Instructions on how to stop the dish movement temporarily while in operation.

Checking Status Information

How to check the current dish position via the STATUS key.

Standby Mode Management

Explains how to enter and exit standby mode for the positioner.

RECOVERY AND ADVANCED FEATURES

Power Failure Recovery Procedure

Procedure to restore programmed positions after a power interruption.

Clearing Positioner Memory

Resets the unit to factory defaults, erasing all settings and positions.

Deleting Satellite Positions

Instructions for removing programmed satellite positions.

Error Messages and Status Codes

Explains common error messages like "Out", "Not Set", "End", "Del", "ERR", "LE1", "ER1".

INSTALLATION AND COMPATIBILITY

Connecting the Dish Actuator

Instructions for connecting the dish actuator, covering reed and optical types.

Connecting the Polariser

How to connect an electromagnetic or mechanical polariser to the unit's rear panel.

SCART Connection to Pace Receiver

Details on connecting the positioner to a Pace satellite receiver via SCART for integrated control.

Using Other Receiver Models

Specific instructions for using the positioner with other Pace receiver models like 9000/9200 series.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Outline Specification Details

Lists the technical specifications of the MSP995 Dish Positioner, including power, dimensions, and environmental ranges.

Polariser Specifications

Details the specifications for the polariser's mechanical and electromagnetic functions, including supply and control.

CONNECTORS AND REFERENCE

SCART Connector Pin Designations

Provides a table of pin assignments for both the Receiver Interface and External Decoder SCART connectors.

Satellite Glossary

Definitions of key terms related to satellite TV reception and the positioner, such as LNB, SCART, Polarisation, and Actuator.