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tripod, and push 

down until the 

level snaps into 

place. Loosen the 

lock knobs on the 

tripod base.

leg, and slide the leg into 

the tripod base until the 

leg locks into the desired 

position. Repeat for all     

 

           three legs.

until the bubble rests in 

the center of the bubble 

level. The tripod is now 

level. Tighten the lock 

knobs, and remove the 

bubble level.

Parts

Find a place to set 

up the tripod with a

clear view of the southern 

sky. Avoid obstructions 

such as trees, hills, or 

buildings—these can 

block the signal from the 

satellite.

pivot 

foot

tabs

lock knob

bubble should 

be in the center

3

2

4

5

1

Push in the tabs on 

either side of one

Place the bubble 

level on top of the

Slide legs toward or 

away from the base

For extra stability, 

insert the stakes

After assembling the tripod, follow the instructions to assemble the satellite antenna. If the satellite antenna is 

already assembled but is being set up at a new location, follow the instructions for receiver setup. Turn to 
page 3 for DISH

®

 receiver setup or to page 5 for DIRECTV

®

 receiver setup.

This manual provides instructions for both assembling and disassembling your tripod mount with home digital 
satellite antenna. To set up your tripod mount with satellite antenna, begin with assembling the tripod. The tripod 
requires only a one-time assembly and can be stored between uses. See page 7 for more information on storage  
and disassembly.

into the holes on the 

pivot feet of the legs, and 

push the stakes into the 

ground. Check that

the tripod is still

level.  

tripod base

storage 

bag

stakes (3)

bubble

level

legs (3)

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Satellite Antenna with Tripod

Assembling the Tripod

Summary of Contents for TR-6018

Page 1: ...ellite antenna is already assembled but is being set up at a new location follow the instructions for receiver setup Turn to page 3 for DISH receiver setup or to page 5 for DIRECTV receiver setup This manual provides instructions for both assembling and disassembling your tripod mount with home digital satellite antenna To set up your tripod mount with satellite antenna begin with assembling the t...

Page 2: ...enna and receiver for the first time or if setting up the satellite antenna at a new location begin with step one of the receiver setup and proceed with every step Consult your receiver manual for additional information on receiver setup Satellite In port pushing the parts together back up feed support assy and slide the unit onto the tripod mast the LNBF The coaxial cable can be screwed onto eith...

Page 3: ...ver Setup In most receivers the setup is done through the Repeat Satellite Setup option in your receiver menu The following instructions are based on a D12 receiver If your receiver differs from the options shown you may need to consult your receiver manual To access the Repeat Satellite Setup option go through these steps The wording and display used in your receiver may differ slightly If Switch...

Page 4: ...w a signal strength You ll want to make small adjust ments to get the signal as high as possible Once the signal is peaked select Done This screen will show your signal strength on all transponders Select Done to continue Select Continue to verify your setup Follow steps 13 and 14 on the next page to complete DIRECTV receiver setup want to have someone watch or listen to the signal meter at the bo...

Page 5: ...ss and phone number Customer must also provide proof of purchase to verify the product is under warranty If the product is returned before the expiration of the warranty period Winegard Company will at its option either repair or replace the product This Limited Warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged deteriorates malfunctions or fails from improper installation misuse abuse neglec...

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