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Setting up a satellite dish yourself.

Nowadays satellite technologies They came to almost everyone's house. And many people think that setting up a satellite dish is a complicated process. In fact, this is not so, and if you understand everything, then everything is very simple.

Today we’ll talk about self-assembly, installation and configuration of a satellite dish, or, as another way to put it, -0 dishes.

Setting up a satellite dish for dummies

Today, the most affordable satellite TV kit can be purchased for $50-80. So it's time to switch to digital technologies in television broadcasting.

The kit includes:

– The receiver (tuner, receiver) is the most expensive piece of equipment. It should be chosen carefully, since the channel is broadcast in mpeg 2 and mpeg4 (better) formats.

– Antenna (mirror) – 0.7 -1.2 m. Designed to form the receiving beam into focus, where the signal itself is received.

– Converter (head). One or several, three mostly in our area. One per satellite. Universal with linear polarization.

– Multifeeds (mounting converters). 2 pieces

– Disek – switch between converters. Since the tuner can simultaneously receive a signal from only one converter, it is definitely needed when receiving two or more satellites.

– Coaxial (television) cable with a resistance of 75 ohms. It is advisable to take it with a margin of 3-5 meters.

– F connectors (plugs for connections). There are 8 pieces for three satellites.

– Bracket for fastening and a dowel or anchor for it.

Before moving on settings satellite channels . Need to configure satellite dish.

How to set up a satellite dish yourself?

For settings satellite dish you will need such tools.

– Extension cord for three outlets.

– A drill or hammer drill with a drill of the required diameter for attaching the bracket with anchors or dowels.

– Wrenches 13mm. and 10mm (preferably two)

– Phillips screwdriver.

- Hammer.

– Electrical tape or plastic ties.

– We assemble the antenna, carefully tighten the bolts, do not forget the washers and engravers.

– We screw two multifeeds to the converter holder (one to the right, the second to the left of the center of the antenna) along with three converters. We don't tighten it too much. We also do not tighten the antenna mount too much.

– We attach the bracket to the wall and hang the antenna so that it looks south, southeast, you can spy on your neighbor.

– We extend the extension cord and take the TV and tuner with us. We connect the TV, receiver and antenna central converter (one, directly to the receiver). Even on the ground, you can try to catch the desired satellite if you doubt the reception (since there may be an obstacle, a tree, etc. in the direction of reception).

Now the tuners sold are sold with channels already stitched and there is no need to scan and sort them, and it’s easier for us to configure. To do this, turn on the TV and satellite receiver, turn on the desired channel (for example 2+2) on the Astra (formerly Sirius), since we will tune this satellite at the focus (center) of the antenna. Press the button info On the remote control, after inserting batteries into it, we see two scales. (For beginners this is the most difficult process). If the necessary channels are not available on the satellite, but we have certain frequencies. We enter them, if they are not already registered, and right in editing the transponder frequencies we look at the required signal power and quality scales.

First of all, before starting the process, you should choose the right location for installing the satellite dish. We need to consider several factors. To receive a radio signal, the signal from the satellite must reach the receiving mirror and nothing should interfere with it.

In the example given, on the lower floors the reception will be interfered with by trees and the neighboring house. Therefore, the installation of the satellite dish needs to be done higher, in most cases the easiest way is on the roof.

It is very important to strip the cable well and make sure that no matter what happens short circuit braid and central core, otherwise the receiver may be damaged.

We begin the installation by connecting the cable to the converter in focus (in the center) and the satellite receiver.

Important in satellite receiver connect the cable to the desired LNB_IN output.

Sometimes there are mistakes.

You can connect the entire assembly and configure the disk ports, but this will be more difficult. After connecting all the wires, we connect the 220 volt power supply and proceed to the process of setting up the satellite.

Smoothly tilt the antenna up - down, right - left, in the same direction as your neighbor's (approximately south). The desired channel must be received - there will be sound and image, but this is not the main thing. The scales will light up, and we will use them to navigate.

We achieve maximum performance, give preference to the signal quality scale. You can rotate the converter in the mount clockwise and counterclockwise, as well as forward and backward. When the result satisfies us, click exit and switch to other channels of this satellite, check their reception level ( info ). If everything is normal, then you can tighten the antenna mounting bolts, and then the converter. It is advisable to adjust the converter by scrolling it left and right, as well as moving it back and forth in the multifeed mount.

Please note that when tightening the bolts the signal may go away. Therefore, we twist it evenly but firmly so that the antenna does not sway from the wind.

Now the antenna is configured and all that remains is to configure the converters in the multifeeds. To do this, disconnect the cable from the central converter and connect it one by one to the required heads in the multifeeds. On the tuner, turn on the channels from the satellite that needs to be tuned and press info. We also move the loosely attached converter up and down, right and left until the desired result is achieved and tighten the bolts.

Fine tuning of the satellite dish

So we already have a signal from the satellite, the channels have been scanned, but some are missing, the picture is blurry or not shown at all. In this case, we have a weak signal or no signal at all from certain transponders. For everything to work perfectly, you need to fine-tune the satellite.

To do this, switch the receiver to a weak or non-working frequency (transponder, channel) so that the signal indicators are visible. Next we adjust the converter. We move it in the holder back and forth and twist it left and right relative to the clockwise until the signal improves. We switch to other frequencies of this satellite and achieve the optimal result. We make every effort to receive the maximum number of received TV channels from a particular satellite.

Important. Remember that Amos should be found to the right of center when looking at the antenna from the front, and Hotbird to the left.

Now the antenna is fully configured for three satellites and all that remains is to connect it correctly.

To do this, cut three pieces of cable of the required length (about 1.5 m) and attach them to the converters. You can connect to the disk as you please, but I prefer order

– Amos – 1 LNB

– Astra (Sirius) – 2 LNB

– Hotbird – 3 LNB

– Receiver

We secure all cables with electrical tape or zip ties, and hide the disks from moisture in a plastic box (optional).

We stretch the cable into the room to the tuner connected to the TV and plug everything into the network to configure the disk drive ports in the receiver. Select the desired satellite (menu - installation), disk drives with 1.0 and the desired port. Click the menu and see a note about saving settings

After completing the procedure for the desired satellites, the antenna setup can be considered complete.

When setting up an antenna with a connected disk, you must specify the disk port for the satellite.

If there are no scanned channels, then for tuning you should select the desired frequency (you can get it on the Lingsat on the Internet).

Setting up a direct focus satellite dish

Video instructions for installing and configuring a satellite dish

Download instructions for installing a satellite dish

Installing a satellite dish on the ground with your own hands. Spontaneous purchase in 2004 of a used satellite television set consisting of two complete antennas and a computer receiver Skystar-1 set the task of launching this equipment. I won’t go into details about setting up antennas from scratch yourself; you can read about it on the Internet. (I received a signal from an unknown satellite only after 1.5 months). So, there were two 90cm antennas Supral.
One satellite dish was successfully installed on the second attempt on the balcony slab on the 6th floor, where it remains today.
But I had to tinker with the dacha option; I couldn’t immediately answer the question of how to install a satellite dish with my own hands. Installation on the façade of the house was complicated by the presence of a network input, which was located on the south side and did not allow the antenna to be safely secured. There was another reason. This would be the first satellite dish in a holiday village. In those days, now no longer, for some categories of people the presence of a satellite dish was a symbol of prosperity.

Temporary installation

Therefore, the task was to install the antenna in a secluded place, unnoticeable to strangers and with the possibility of quick installation/dismantling.
The plot next to the house is almost free free space to the south and most importantly is not visible from the road in summer due to thickets of bushes. At first, improvised supports were used, but their non-stationary nature did not allow reliable signal reception and quick adjustment of the satellite dish.
So, let’s install a satellite dish on the ground with our own hands. To install the plate support we use improvised materials; we took it from a landfill at the nearest car service center axle shaft from Zhiguli (the official name of the plant is AvtoTAZ). Attached it to an old wheeled disk standard studs.
I dug a hole 50 cm deep with my own hands and poured 15 cm of sand inside for a pillow. The sand was compacted and the structure was installed.

Satellite television is no longer a luxury and is available in many homes. Installing such a structure has always been considered a complex process. Do you know how to set up a satellite dish yourself? It turns out that if you understand the installation technology, everything is not so difficult. Let's try to analyze together how this process occurs and what difficulties lie in wait.

Using a satellite device is an excellent solution for both an apartment and a private home

Before purchasing satellite equipment, it is important to first select an operator. The satellite type of television operates from various orbital satellites, which pick up the signal from stations and transmit it over large spaces to Earth.

The antenna detects the signal and then transmits it to the converter and then to the tuner. And only after this the decoding process occurs, and the signal is transmitted to the TV in the form of sounds and images.

Channels in Russian are transmitted from certain satellites. To receive a signal from a specific object, it is important to set the receiving frequency correctly. To do this, you need to know how to set up a satellite dish yourself.

About 30 channels in Russian can be received via the Yamal 201 satellite. Of the operators, you should choose among such as Tricolor - TV, NTV - plus or Raduga - TV.

The table shows prices for certain models of satellite dishes.

Image	Models	Price, rub.
	Lumax 0.6 m with bracket	1450
	Tricolor STV – 0.55-1.1 0.55	1290
	Tricolor FullHD GS-E501/C591	10300
	Supral 60 cm with bracket	1640
	Option 0.6 m	900
	Wisi b/kr	5900

How to set up a satellite dish yourself: installation nuances

Before installing a satellite dish yourself, let’s figure out what parts such equipment consists of:

• a plate that receives the wave and sends it to the converter. It is better if its diameter is more than 90 cm;
• the head (converter) receives the message and transmits it to the receiver;
• the tuner receives the signal, performs decoding and transmits it in an understandable form to the TV;
• the bracket provides a strong mounting of the antenna on the wall, which allows you to rotate it in different directions;
• the cable is the conductor of the received signal. It connects the receiver and converter;
• if you plan to receive several channels, then a DiSEqC device is used, which allows you to connect the converters in a common cable.

To install and configure a satellite dish, prepare the following tools: drill, wrenches, Phillips screwdriver, hammer and electrical tape.

High-quality installation of a satellite dish yourself: instructions for dummies

To install equipment according to all the rules, you must know exactly where it needs to be directed. The service Agsat.com.ua/satdirect will allow you to do this. There you need to indicate a certain placement of equipment, as well as select a satellite. After these steps, the desired direction will be displayed on the screen.

To find out the exact coordinates of the location for installing the antenna, use a reference book or search on the Internet. You will also need information about satellite data transmission. In this case, the location of the satellite on the horizon matters, as well as the frequency of the transmitter and the speed of maximum information transmission. Through search engines you can find out information about the transmitter.

It is important to correctly calculate the angles of inclination and rotation of the antenna. This can be done manually (which is very difficult) or use special software applications. Such a service requires entering certain information: the location and name of the satellite, as well as geographic coordinates. The program also provides results in graphical form.

Fine-tuning the antenna device requires some preparation. Prepare screwdrivers of various sizes, a set of cables, an extension cord and several sockets for connecting power.

Before installing the system, make sure there is a signal. In this case, the antenna should be held in your hands. If everything is in order, then the bracket is installed. A hammer drill makes holes for the anchors. Moreover, their size is selected taking into account the wall material and the weight of the structure. After attaching the bracket, you can mount the antenna. In this case, you will need information on how to set up a satellite dish yourself.

How to configure your satellite dish tuner yourself after connecting

The antenna is configured after connecting it to the receiver. To do this, the wire is transferred from the converter to the tuner. The cable is installed as follows:

• the insulation layer in the cable is trimmed, about 1.5 cm from the edge;
• the braid is folded outward;
• the middle inner part of the wiring is freed from foil, then cleaned and put on F-ka;
• in this case, the core should extend no more than 2 mm;
• the same must be done with the other side of the cable;
• the cable is connected to the converter, and the other side is pulled to the receiver.

Then you need to make the settings. In this case, you should find out in advance how to set up different channels on a satellite dish yourself.

First, it is recommended to set the antenna approximately. Then a suitable satellite is selected in the receiver settings. Its characteristics also need to be indicated. These are frequency, polarization and speed. In this case, two bars will appear on the screen. One demonstrates that the dish has caught the desired wave, and the second displays the power. At correct installation equipment must show at least 50% of the signal. Then you need to improve the quality. Here certain actions need to be carried out with the plate. It is important to note changes in the signal scale. Therefore, it is better to configure the system with an assistant.

It’s worth starting by turning the device up and to the right. Then slowly turn the plate to the left. If the signal is not caught, then lower the antenna a few millimeters down and move the dish. Setting up involves searching for a manual fit. First, achieve at least 30% quality. And then, moving by degree, make a more detailed adjustment. When the quality is 60-80%, further settings are made using certain actions with the converter.

Then the individual heads are adjusted. A specific satellite is indicated for the converter.

How to configure the tuner can be found in the instructions for it. First, select the menu language for the receiver and flash its firmware. Then you should set the time zone and time. After that, select the satellite and all the necessary settings for it. When using DiSEqC, you need to enter the input number to connect the converter.

Then the signal strength is displayed and the antenna is adjusted. When you are sure that the signal is normal and the antenna is configured, scan the satellite. To be able to turn on channels, a card of a specific operator is inserted. In some cases, you can use a special device for setting up satellite dishes yourself.

How to set up your TV?

Finally, you need to scan the satellite for channel content, and also configure the TV. In this case, the channels are arranged in a certain sequence so that they are convenient to search for. If access is paid, then you need to use an unlock card.

Satellite dishes have so many advantages that more and more people are thinking about installing them. With the correct use of tools and recommendations, you can install this wonderful equipment yourself.

Satellite dish: installation and configuration (video)

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