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Dish Network Tailgater User Manual

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User's Guide
To subscribe to programming or for assistance with using the Tailgater,
contact DISH Network Customer Service at www.dish.com or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474).
Refer to www.dishnetwork.com/supportsection/manuals for additional information regarding
equipment used with this product.
Manufactured by King Co o ntro o ls s
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  • Page 1 User’s Guide To subscribe to programming or for assistance with using the Tailgater, contact DISH Network Customer Service at www.dish.com or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474). Refer to www.dishnetwork.com/supportsection/manuals for additional information regarding equipment used with this product. Manufactured by King Co o ntro o ls s...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    It is important that you set up the Tailgater within 30 days of purchase. Please use this User’s Guide and accompanying Quick Reference Guide to set up your system. If you do not currently have a DISH Network satellite television account, please call 1-800-333-DISH (3474) to set up a new account prior to setup.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    3. Follow all instructions and warnings. Set up and operate the Tailgater in accordance with the instructions. 4. Do not power wash or submerge the Tailgater in water. Hand wash only with mild soap and water. See page 9 for additional care instructions.

  • Page 4: About Satellite Tv Reception

    The Tailgater requires an unobstructed view of the southern sky for the best signal reception. Be sure to place the Tailgater in a location free from obstructions such as people, trees, buildings, vehicles, etc. This will allow for the strongest signal and will help prevent any interruption to your programming.

  • Page 5: Connect Receiver To Tv

    CONNECT RECEIVER TO TV After making the connections and completing the scan on pages 4-8, please call DISH Network at 1-800-333-DISH (3474) to authorize your receiver (page 8), preferably from your residence or any location where you will have good phone reception.

  • Page 6: Tailgater Operation

    2. Connect the other end of the supplied coax cable to the SATELLITE IN port on your receiver. • Do not put the Tailgater where it can be bumped into, knocked over or struck by a person or vehicle. Do not put the Tailgater near any heat sources.
  • Page 7 Highlight the “Check Switch” Button then press SELECT on your remote. IN STEPS 5-9, DO NOT STAND OR WALK IN FRONT OF THE SIDE OF THE TAILGATER FACING THE SOUTHERN SKY. 5. Use the arrow buttons on your remote to highlight the letter group that includes the first letter of the state you are currently in.
  • Page 8 6. Highlight the state you are currently in from the state menu. Press SELECT. 7. Verify “Scan” is highlighted. Press SELECT. The scan will begin and may take up to several minutes to complete. This screen will display during the scan.
  • Page 9 When in the northeastern United States, television programming from the 129 satellite may not be available (see page 3). If your system is inactive for an extended period of time, you may have to call DISH Network Customer Service to re-authorize your receiver.

  • Page 10: Security

    3. Do not remove the cover of the Tailgater. Doing so is not recommended by the manufacturer and will void the Limited Warranty. 4. Do not stack the Tailgater on top of or below other electronic devices as this can cause heat build-up or block the satellite signal from reaching the Tailgater.

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Possible Cause Troubleshooting Complete Signal Loss - 015 Obstructions to the Tailgater's view 1) Make sure nothing is blocking the Tailgater's of the southern sky, such as tree view of the southern sky, such as tree branches, severe rain, etc.
  • Page 12 TV appears. All Satellites Not Found - Obstructions to the Tailgater's view 1) Make sure nothing is blocking the Tailgater's of the southern sky, such as tree view of the southern sky, such as tree branches, severe rain, etc.
  • Page 13 Symptom/Message Possible Cause Troubleshooting Over-the-Air Antenna The quality of reception and 1) Check that the wiring between your DISH Channels Missing - Error number of channels available receiver and your over-the-air antenna is depends on, among other things, configured properly.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    DISH Network account. Video Pixels / Audio Pops Obstructions to the Tailgater's view 1) Make sure nothing is blocking the Tailgater's of the southern sky, such as tree view of the southern sky, such as tree branches, severe rain, etc.

  • Page 15: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

    If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, product manufacturer King Controls will repair (or at its option, replace) the Tailgater without charge. When returning product, King Controls will supply an RMA number (Return Merchandise Authorization). This number must be clearly written on the box. Failure to clearly write RMA number on box may result in delays in processing claim.

  • Page 16: Fcc Guidelines

    FCC GUIDELINES This device complies with Part 15, sub-part B, of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 17 NOTES:...
  • Page 18 To subscribe to programming or for assistance with using the Tailgater, contact DISH Network Customer Service at www.dish.com or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474). PN 193249...

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