DMS International

Remote Control v.s. Receiver Control

How will your receiver work with the V-Box V?

Receiver Type Remote Control Positions Note
DiSEqC 1.2 Not Necessary 99 Fully controlled by the receiver
Yes / Optional 99 Controlled by reciever or remote
DiSEqC 1.0 No 4 Controlled by receiver
Yes / Optional 99 Controlled by reciever or remote
No DiSEqC Yes / Necessary 99 Stand alone positioner

Note:  Remote is included with the V-Box V

Troubleshooting

Symptoms Check points
Won't work with DiSEqC 1.0 receiver Make sure position 1 to 4 are stored
Can't move the count less than 0 or more than 999 Total position index is (0~1999)
Use the "GOTO 0" function to solve this problem
Stored positions are not correct 1.  Use the "Re-calculate function" to correct the first position
2.  If the problem re-occurs, check for a faulty reed sensor in your actuator
LED show |- or -|, and actuator cannot move Electronic limits are set.  Reset the limits in your receiver.
Er1 Message
(over current) or system shut down
* check wiring for short circuit
* confirm that the antenna can move freely
* check for high motor current
Er2 Message
(no pulses)
* check the wiring
* check the mechanical limit of the actuator
* confirm that the reed sensor and magnet are adjusted correctly
* confirm that the reed sensor is in good working condition
* confirm that the motor is in good working condition
Er3 / Er4 Message
(internal error)
Reset the positioner
LED lights ON but the positioner does not work Unplug the power from the wall socket.  Wait for 10 seconds.  Plug in and check.
Unstable AC conditions cause the positioner to lock itself to protect the stored data.
Turns off automatically The display turns off when the LNB power is turned off
Can't turn off with remote or power button When the LNB power is on, the positioner can not be turned OFF