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Supplies Needed
Screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)
1-3/4” hole saw
7/16” wrench
ABS glue
Drill with 1/8” bit
Tape measure
Non-hardening sealant
(Check manufacturer’s specifications
for compatibility with your roof.)
Winegard’s Digital Elevation Sensor has been
INSTALLED and CALIBRATED at the factory.
It is highly recommended the antenna be mounted
on the center line of the roof. Do not mount antenna
closer than 10” from roof edge.
NOT TO SCALE
RW-5000
Roof Wedge
with gasket
Vehicle Roof
Antenna Controls
Interior
Roof Wedge
(Optional)
MINIMUM
10”
17” RADIUS
29”
19.50”
34” DIAMETER
OPERATING
AREA
FRONT OF VEHCILE
Figure 3
1. You may need to rotate the dish in small increments to find
the signal. Rotate the dish 3° at a time to the left, stopping for
a few seconds each time you move the dish. Try moving the
dish up to 20° to the left. If no signal is found, return to the
azimuth listed and try rotating 20° to the right. This will help
correct for any errors in setting the directional handle.
2. Be sure you have a clear line of sight. The signal from the
satellite(s) will not pass through trees, buildings, mountains,
etc. Remember the antenna has a 24° offset; this means that
when the antenna is straight up and down (90°), it is looking
24° into the sky. See Figure 2.
3. Check that the TV set is tuned for the correct channel, 3 or 4
(same channel as output of receiver).
4. Check that you have entered the correct zip code of your
current location. If the zip code is wrong, the antenna will be
looking in the wrong direction or at the wrong elevation for
the satellite signal.
5. Check connections at the receiver, TV, and antenna.
6. Check the TV. Does it receive pictures from off-air television stations/VCR?
7. Re-tune system for best picture. See page 3.
8. Inspect the antenna, making sure it has not been damaged. If the antenna is even slightly bent, the receiver may
not receive the signal.
9. Contact Dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
If Antenna Does Not Rotate or Is Difficult to Rotate
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Be sure the mount has not been damaged.
2. Check for caulking between gear housing and base plate.
3. Be sure cables are not binding and that they have been installed properly.
4. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
If Antenna Does Not Raise or Is Difficult to Raise
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Be sure the mount has not been damaged.
2. Check for caulking on the elevating shaft.
3. Contact your dealer or Winegard Technical Services.
LCD DISPLAY CODES
HL High Limit
LL Low Limit
Lo Battery Low
Er Error
-- Initializing
NOTE: Initialization may take up to
5 seconds.
Figure 2
Antenna Reflector at 90°
Signal from satellite
24° look angle
LNBF
STEP 1. Choose a location on the roof for the dish that will allow the dish to raise and rotate without interfering with
other roof-mounted equipment. Make sure inside ceiling plate is easily accessible and with no obstructions that
would interfere with operation.
Figure 3 shows minimum distance (10”) antenna should be located from edge of vehicle roof. It is recommended
that you check with your dealer or manufacturer for provisions that may have been made in the roof for antenna
mounting, such as a reinforced roof area or pre-wire installation from the factory.
The antenna must be level for proper
operation!
Winegard Model RW-5000 roof wedge with gasket is
available. If inside roof wedge is needed, Winegard
Model RW-1000 can be trimmed to fit ceiling plate.
STEP 2. Position template on roof (see insert page of
this manual). CAUTION: DO NOT drill through wiring.
Carefully drill a 1-3/4” hole through roof and ceiling of
vehicle. Inspect hole to make sure wiring is intact. See
roof template insert.
Troubleshooting Assembly & Installation