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Dish Aiming
When setting the elevation angle on an offset
dish, it is important to note that the dish will
appear be aimed lower than the actual elevation
angle to the satellite. The scale on the elevation
bracket is calibrated for accurate aiming when
the post is installed perfectly plumb (leveled on
all sides). The dish elevation angle is not set by
the angle of the LNBF arm or face of the dish.
In North America, satellites are always located South of your location. To
correctly aim the dish you must first accurately determine the exact compass
reading angle (azimuth). Metals, electricity and other magnetic disturbances can
cause the compass to point incorrectly.
Compass readings should be made at least 10 feet in front of or behind the metal
satellite dish and away from any large metal object such as metal buildings, air
conditioners, vehicles, utility and power lines or electrical panels. Check compass
reading several times to reduce install time and the need to hunt the entire southern
sky for the satellite signal.
Compass Azimuth Reading:
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