Chapter 1
5
Preparing for Installation
Mounting Options
VERY IMPORTANT: Make sure that the mast is both PLUMB and LEVEL. If the mast is not PLUMB
and LEVEL, the elevation, azimuth, and tilt settings you get from on-screen instructions will
not be accurate and you may not be able to acquire the signal.
Solid Wood or Lap Siding
Important Considerations:
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish where someone might use it
as a handrail.
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish on any type of aluminum or
vinyl siding.
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish on any type of composite
paneling, such as fiber board, particle board, or strand board.
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish under an eave or overhang
that may block or partially shadow the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
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Make sure the wooden surface is structurally sound and can support
the weight of the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
Brick or Poured Concrete Surface
Important Considerations:
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The wall anchors used must have a strength of at least 300 pounds of pullout pressure.
The use of B4015 or equivalent double-expansion anchors is recommended.
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish under an eave or overhang that may block
or partially shadow the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
A Hollow or Cinder Block Wall
Important Consideration:
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Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish under an eave or overhang that may block
or partially shadow the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
Pole Mount
Important Considerations:
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Do not install the pole in wet or marshy areas.
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The pole must go at least 3 feet below the surface.
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If the length of pipe above ground is too long, guy wires may be needed to increase
the stability of the mount in windy conditions.
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You will need to ground the pole in addition to the antenna and coaxial cable.
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The pole that has been secured in the ground with concrete replaces the mounting foot
and mast assembly which were supplied with the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish. The DIRECTV
PLUS™ dish is held on the pole by the mast clamp.
