INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA

Note: When “Satellite 1” is used in reference this is equivalent to “SAT A.” Likewise, “Satellite 2” equates to “SAT B” and “Satellite 3” equates to “SAT C.” Choosing the correct dish type is necessary to obtain correct pointing results.

After highlighting the appropriate dish type, press .

Next, move the highlight to the Position button and press . You will need to determine your location by either ZIP code or by your latitudinal and longitudinal position. Press the or keys on the remote control or receiver front panel until your preferred selection is highlighted,

then press .

You will now see a pop-up panel with space to enter your information. Enter your location. If you

are using the remote control, press the key, followed by the five appropriate digits. From the remote control or receiver front panel you can also use the or keys to increase or decrease

the highlighted digit value, and the key to advance to the next digit. Use the key on the remote control to back up to correct any mistakes. When you are finished, highlight the OK button

and press to continue.

ALIGNMENT RESULT Pop-up Panel

The ALIGNMENT RESULT will display the proper elevation and azimuth for pointing the satellite dish antenna calculated from the information you entered. Take a moment to write down the pointing results.

AZIMUTH:_________

The Alignment Result pop-up panel.

ELEVATION:

_________

ROTATION (Tilt):

_________ (Dual and Triple dishes only)

The values displayed are fairly accurate; however some fine-tuning may be necessary. Use these values when choosing a mounting location for your satellite dish antenna and remember that you will need an unobstructed view in that direction.

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HIRD-E11, HIRD-E25 specifications

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