User Manual

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Loss of Signal/Rain Fade
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The satellite signal may be lost temporarily due to
unusually heavy rainfall. An optimally aligned antenna,
along with the shortest possible cable run, minimizes
the chances of “ rain fade.”
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Make sure the antenna is mounted securely to prevent it
from being blown out of alignment in a heavy wind.
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Heavy snow accumulation on the LNB and the antenna may
reduce the satellite signal strength; snow should be swept
away as soon as possible.
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Tr ee foliage growth into antenna’s line-of-sight to the
satellite may result in gradual loss of picture.
Installation with Long Cable Run
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For installations where the RG 6 cable runs from the
receiver(s) to the LNB far exceeds 100 feet (15 0 feet or
more), as encountered in a commercial or multi-dwelling
building, you need to use an AC power booster module to
bias the LNB .
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You will also need an additional R F signal amplifier to
compensate the signal amplitude loss. Otherwise, your
antenna and receiver may not work properly and be subject
to frequent outages in adverse weather. Contact a
professional concerning such installations.
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