About Satellite Tv Reception; About Signal Loss - Dish Network Tailgater User Manual

Satellite television uses satellites in a geostationary orbit over the earth. This type of orbit enables
the satellites to stay aligned over one place on the surface of the earth and to transmit your television
programming to the Tailgater when pointed at the appropriate satellite.
Your television programming is delivered from up to 3 satellites located at the 110°, 119°, and 129°
west longitudes. The Tailgater will automatically find and then switch between satellites as you
change channels to offer you the ideal viewing experience.
Due to the low look angle for the 129
satellite in the northeastern region of
the United States, you may experience
difficulty viewing programming from
the 129 satellite while in this area.
(Programming from the 110 and 119
satellites should still be available.)
Because of the small size of the highly portable Tailgater, signal strength may not be as strong
as with a fixed home antenna.
OBSTRUCTIONS
The Tailgater requires an unobstructed view of the southern sky for the best signal reception.
Be sure to place the Tailgater in a location free from obstructions such as people, trees, buildings,
vehicles, etc. This will allow for the strongest signal and will help prevent any interruption to your
programming. Point the handle approximately north to speed up search time.
DO NOT BLOCK THE TAILGATER'S LINE OF SIGHT TO THE SATELLITES
IN THE SOUTHERN SKY AT ANY TIME!
RAIN AND SNOW FADE
Though rare, heavy rain, snow, or dense cloud cover can reduce the satellite signal, which may
interrupt your programming. Your programming should return as conditions improve.

ABOUT SATELLITE TV RECEPTION

This map is an approximation
only. The available coverage
area may differ from what is
indicated on the map.

ABOUT SIGNAL LOSS

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