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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Only getting signal on 1/2 of
transponders. Kinked or sharply bent coax cable.
Verify coax cables are tightly crimped with F-compression style crimps only.
Verify receiver is operating properly.
Verify LNB type is set correctly.
Unit never locks on or locks on
and drifts off of satellite. Atmospheric moisture. Unit will lock on as weather improves.
Check for obstruction in sky in direction of satellite. Select another satellite
and verify unit locks on.
Verify coax cables are tightly crimped with F-compression style crimps only.
Perform OPTION 21 RE-INITIALIZE and 0-RECALIBRATE (pages 24-25).
Perform Temperature Calibration. Call King Controls (800) 982-9920.
Inspect all coax cables and verify connections are snug but not overly tight
(inside and outside dome unit).