DirecTV DSA20MA Installation Manual

DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna with
Integrated Triple LNB and Built-in Multi-Switch
Introduction
Your DIR E CTV Multi-S atellite Dish antenna is designed for use
with up to four independently operating DIR E CTV R eceivers.
Along with your receiver User Manual, this guide will provide
the information you'll need to successfully install and operate
your DIR E CTV S ystem. Throughout the manual, the DIR E CTV
Multi-Satellite Dish antenna will be referred to as the " antenna."
For best results, we suggest you read carefully through these
pages first before beginning installation. The guide is intended
for an individual experienced in performing the various tasks
described, including:
Determining an antenna location with a good southerly
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view of the satellites
Climbing a ladder and working on your roof
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Observing safe working practices around heights and
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electrical hazards
Determining if there are water pipes, gas lines or wiring
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hidden near where you may drill
Using a power drill to drill holes into your house
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R outing coaxial cable(s) through foundation, wall,
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under-floor, attic or interior walls
S afely lifting and securing the 20-lb. antenna assembly
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Grounding the antenna and cable(s) as recommended
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in the National E lectric Code (NE C)*
NOTE: If you don't feel completely comfortable with these
tasks, simply contact the store where you purchased the
system for information on having your system installed by
a local authorized DIR E CTV installer.
FUNAI CORPORATION, INC./DX ANTENNA
Installation Manual

Safety Information

Local building and electrical codes (NE C) require the
antenna and the coaxial cables to be connected to a
grounding electrode. Improper installation may seriously
damage the equipment or the building, as well as cause
injury or death to you. For your own safety, follow these
important safety rules or contact a licensed inspector or
electrician in your area for assistance:
If you will be mounting your antenna in a location where it
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will be difficult or dangerous to view the attached bubble
level (see page 6), use a small mirror or plumbing level
instead. DO NOT risk falling
Perform as many functions as possible on the ground
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Do not install the antenna on a rainy, snowy or windy day
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Make sure there are no people, pets, etc. below when you
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are working on the roof
Watch out for power lines which may be overhead,
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underground and/or hidden behind walls, keeping safely clear
of them with ladders, antenna and tools during installation
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has ruled that
a local government or homeowner's association may not prevent
the installation of satellite antennas one meter or smaller in
diameter, unless legitimate safety restrictions such as fire codes
are in effect. Call FCC tel: (202) 418-0163; FCC Web site at
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/satellite.html or
http://www.fcc.gov/mb/facts/otard.html for more information.
ACTIVATION OF PR OGR AMMING MAY B E SUB JECT TO CR EDIT
APPR OVAL AND R EQUIR ES VALID SERVICE ADDR ESS, SOCIAL
SECUR ITY NUMB ER AND/OR MAJOR CR EDIT CAR D. DEPOSIT
OR PR EPAYMENT MAY B E R EQUIR ED. Programming subject to
change. You must be physically located in the U.S. to be an
authorized DIR ECTV customer. DIR ECTV services not provided
outside the U.S. DIR ECTV programming is sold separately and
independently of DIR ECTV System hardware. A valid programming
subscription is required to operate DIR ECTV System hardware.
Activate your DIR ECTV programming today at 1-800-DIR ECTV
(1-800-347-3288).
*NEC is published by the National Fire Protection Association, 1 B atterymarch Park,
Quincy, Massachusetts, 02269-9101 and may be available at your local public library.
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