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How do I set my satellite dish azimuth?
To set azimuth:
- Use a compass to find the correct angle and move the plumb mast (the pole on which the dish is mounted) until the dish is pointing at that angle.
- Check your signal strength: anything over 40 is a good signal.
- Tighten all hardware.
What direction should I point my DirecTV satellite?
In general, start with a southern-pointing direction before testing. The Dish satellites are aligned to the south and will calibrate more easily when pointed in that direction.
How do you point a DirecTV satellite dish?
How to Aim a DirecTV Satellite Dish
- Find your azimuth and elevation coordinates. Go to the “Dish Pointer” page on DirecTV.com.
- Check the elevation indicator located at the edge of the metal on the dish.
- Rotate the dish.
- Go to the on-screen “Dish Pointing” menu.
- Listen for a continuous tone from the signal meter.
How do you find azimuth?
Identify an end point on your map. Mark it as point B. Using the edge of your protractor, draw a straight pencil line between points A and B. The line is your azimuth.
Why does my DIRECTV say no signal?
Reset your receiver Unplug your receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet, wait 15 seconds, and plug it back in. Press the Power button on the front panel of your receiver. Wait for your receiver to reboot.
What satellite does DIRECTV use for local channels?
The 101 sat is Standard Def channels, this will be all your core Directv channels. 110 does not carry programming. 119 is spanish and some local markets in SD, and some public interest channels. 99 and 103 are all core HD channels and local HD channels.
What satellite dish does directv use?
The Slimline-3 dish is all you need in most markets. It receives SD and HD programs from DIRECTV’s 99,101, and 103 locations. These satellite locations carry all of DIRECTV’s English-language national channels. The Slimline-5 dish is used for commercial installations and for some international installations.
Can I adjust my directv dish myself?
Even if you didn’t install the dish yourself, realigning your satellite dish is a fairly easy process. Once you have the coordinates for your location, it’s just a matter of making minor adjustments until the signal strength is strong. Use the buttons on your receiver or the remote to access the Direct TV Menu.
Where do I find azimuth and elevation on my DirecTV Dish?
Azimuth relates to the left-to-right positioning of your dish. Elevation concerns the up-and-down positioning of your dish. Your DIRECTV Receiver is programmed to give you these coordinates and help point your dish. You’ll find this in the on-screen Setup Menu, but because menus vary from system to system, check your owner’s manual.
Where do I find the coordinates for my DirecTV Dish?
Your DIRECTV Receiver is programmed to give you these coordinates and help point your dish. You’ll find this in the on-screen Setup Menu, but because menus vary from system to system, check your owner’s manual.
How to set up a SWM DirecTV system?
A almost complete walk through of how to set up your SWM DIRECTV system. There is much more information to your DIRECTV system but this is just to get you back up and running with an already activated receiver. Go here to find your azimuth and elevation for your area. http://www.directv.com/DTVAPP/custome… Loading…
How do I program my Direct TV remote?
On your remote, press and hold the MUTE and SELECT buttons. Stop when the green light at the top blinks twice. Enter the appropriate manufacturer’s code. If you don’t see your TV or device listed, use the code lookup tool to find the 5-digit code. For Samsung DIRECTV Ready TVs, enter 54000 . For Sony DIRECTV Ready TVs, enter 54001 .