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Choosing an Installation Site
You now know where the satellite is located in the sky. Keep the
location in mind as you look around your property
for a good place to
install the antenna.
Use the following suggestions
to ease the
installation
and extend the life of the antenna:
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Keep a clear view -- avoid areas where trees, buildings
and roof
overhangs
interfere
with the satellite signal.
Also consider the
effects of future tree growth or building
construction.
Protect the antenna
-- avoid installing
the antenna where it can
be bumped or jarred by people, furniture,
doors or pets. Also
avoid installing
under gutters, due to the possibility
of icicles or
ice buildup.
Simplify
the installation
-- try to avoid an installation
that
requires
the use of a ladder.
Choose a sturdy site -- windy conditions
can generate several
hundred pounds of pressure
on the base plate. To avoid
problems,
choose an installation
site that is structurally
sound and
able to withstand
severe storm conditions.
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Choose an accessible site -- if snow falls where you live, you will
need to brush the snow off the antenna.
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Locate the antenna close to the receiver -- cable run should be
100' or less. If more than 100', you must use Sony brand DSS
Ampifier EAC-DA1.
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