When it comes to aiming the Dish Network satellite dish, it may appear to be a rather challenging task, yet in real essence, it is one of the simplest practices if some basic considerations are adhered to. For Dish Network satellites hovering over the earth to send and transmit quality signals to the dish, it is essential to have the dish well aligned. Just give it some time and effort and you will soon be able to lock your dish on the satellites.
Things You'll Need:
- Dish Network satellite dish which can range in size from 18 inches up to 24 inches in diameter.
- Support arm to fix dish to the roof or wall or pole etc.
- Coaxial cable, at least RG-6 grade
- F-type coaxial connectors
- Wrench set
- Compass
- Satellite signal meter/finder
- Full view of the southern sky
Step 1: Choose the Location of Installation
Find a suitable place to mount your Dish Network satellite dish. It should be located at a place that has a large and open area preferably with a view towards the south with no hindrance such as trees or buildings. The best places are usually on the roof or pole mount in the direction of the backyard. Make sure it is a solid area that can support the dish’s weight and the force of the wind.
Step 2: Mount The Satellite Dish
According to the specifications of the mounting bracket that you have chosen, fix the bracket to the preferred surface (roof, wall, pole, etc. ) in a manner that will enable it to support the satellite dish. Position the Dish Network satellite dish on the bracket to leave space for movement and then fix them loosely using the bolts. There should be no interferences such as Air conditioners or vents on the line of sight of the dish.
Step 3: Face The Dish South
With a compass, locate in which direction south is from the installation place chosen. Slowly rotate the entire dish assembly in an anti-clockwise manner to align it parallel to the horizon. You will fine-tune it further in the later stages, but this will get you closer to having it aligned in the proper orientation.
Step 4: Tilt & Skew The Dish
First of all, position the dish vertically upwards in the space, towards the sky at approximately 30 degrees to the horizon. Then turn/skew the dish 20 degrees to the southeast, or halfway between south and east. Some of these angles may differ depending on the place of installation.
Step 5: Connect The Satellite Meter
Make sure your satellite meter or signal finder is connected to the LNB arm which is located at the front of the dish. The other end should be connected to a TV using a coaxial cable so that the signal strength can be observed. Switch on the meter, television, and satellite if it is available in the household.
Step 6: Scan for Satellite Signal The next thing that the user needs to do is to scan for a Satellite signal to connect to satellite internet.
Look for transponder scanning across the lower portion of the screen or tone beeps that signal the meter has acquired satellites. Rotate the dish slowly in the left and right direction and up and down until the signal strength indicator reaches a peak. Do not turn when the signal strength bar is full.
Step 7: Check Every Piece of Hardware, Making Sure They Are Well Tightly Screwed.
After you find the best position for the satellite with the maximum reading on the meter, tighten all screws and nuts on the dish brackets, mounts, and connectors firmly. Make a signal check once again to ensure that all signals are aligned correctly. Tie all loose wires and other cables such as Coaxial cables.
Step 8 – Connect To Satellite Receiver
Run an RG-6 coaxial cable from the LNB arm of the dish to the satellite input port of your Dish receiver box. Use F-type coaxial connectors meant for outdoor applications to avoid water infiltration. Ream any bored holes with silicone sealants.
Step 9: Setup of Satellite Receiver
Turn on the Dish Network satellite receiver and television set. More so, it will guide you on how to search for satellites, verify dish-pointing alignment, and program your choice of programming package. If you have problems in getting satellite signals or in choosing your channels, contact Dish Network support.
And that's it! With these key steps, your Dish Network satellite dish is ready to give you access to hundreds of sharp channels. It is just necessary to devote time for alignment, to act according to all the necessary alignments, and to use the signal meter of the satellite. While most handy homeowners can mount their dish equipment, you can always consult with professional installers. Welcome to your brand-new world of satellite entertainment!
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