Toughsat
Users Manual
Ground Control
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stow, the unit begins its stowing process automatically, and will not stop until it is stowed, or encounters heavy resistance.
Resistance sufficient to stop the TOUGHSAT from stowing may damage your dish. Make sure that when you are stowing
the TOUGHSAT, the area where it must lower is clear of obstructions.
Location and Line-of-Sight to Satellite
When choosing a place to set up your satellite equipment, please keep the following things in mind. First, all satellite
systems require constant line of sight access to the satellite in the sky, which means that you must choose your location
with care. Small obstructions may sometimes be ignored, but that is never guaranteed. Large obstructions
– such as
trees, buildings, power poles, etc
– must be avoided. The MSS requires a clear view of the southern hemisphere sky for
operation in the continental US. Second, there are other things that can obstruct your signal through radio-spectrum
interference. High voltage power lines may cause interference with the satellite signal, reducing performance or
preventing access altogether. Radar emitters, such as those found at airports, in police vehicles, and in certain areas as
part of speed-enforcement measures, will also prevent the satellite system from obtaining a signal lock. Further, radar
installations can shut off an already established satellite link by causing harmful interference.
Vehicle Level Considerations
The tilt tensors on the Toughsat can register and compensate for up to 10 degrees of tilt in any direction. However, all
satellite internet radio signals are highly polarized to prevent interference. IF you are more than 3 degrees out of level,
your search times will be longer and your dish may not ever get online. Make sure that your vehicle is less than 3
degrees from level in both directions and attempt your search again.
If your Toughsat GPS is not able to attain GPS coordinates, your GPS receiver or antenna may be malfunctioning or
temporarily unable to obtain a position fix. Click on the “Override” link.
Input your current GPS l
ocation, as obtained from an outside GPS receiver or known coordinates. Then click “Calculate”
If your target or reference satellite is incorrect, click on “Satellite Settings”
