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DANGER!!!

WATCH FOR WIRES! Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous. For your own safety,

follow these important safety rules.

1. Perform as many functions as possible on the ground.

2. Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance to the power lines before starting
installation. We recommend you stay a minimum of 6 meters (20 feet) from all power lines.

3. Do not use metal ladders.

4. Do not install antenna or mast assembly on a windy day.

5. If you start to drop antenna or mast assembly, get away from it and let it fall.

6. If any part of the antenna or mast assembly comes in contact with a power line, call your local power
company. DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will remove it safely.

7. Make sure that the mast assembly is properly grounded.

WARNING!!!

Antenna installations requiring the installer to work elevated above the ground level should be performed only by trained
professional installers. Failure to comply may result in personal injury or death.

WARNING!!!

Assembling dish antennas on windy days can be dangerous. Because of the antenna surface, even slight winds

create strong forces. For example, a 1.0m antenna facing a wind of 32 km/h (20 mph) can undergo forces of 269
N (60 Ibs). Be prepared to safely handle these forces at unexpected moments. Do not attempt to assemble, move
or mount a dish on windy days or serious, even fatal accidents may occur. The manufacturer is not responsible or
liable for damage or injury resulting from antenna installations.

WARNING!!!

Antennas improperly installed or installed to an inadequate structure are very susceptible to wind damage. This damage
can be very serious or even life threatening. The owner and installer assumes full responsibility that the installation is
structurally sound to support all loads (weight, wind & ice) and properly sealed against leaks. The manufacturer will not

accept liability for any damage caused by a satellite system due to the many unknown variable applications.

Key points to remember when installing your 75cm Elliptical Antenna System:

.Do not drill any holes until you've confirmed the best location for the dish.

.Make sure the installation of the dish conforms to local electrical and building codes, zoning requirements and other

applicable laws and regulations. If you are unsure, contact your local electrician or building inspector for assistance.

.For possible periodic removal of snow, choose a site that is easily accessible.

.Ensure there are no visible obstructions between the dish and your line of sight to the satellites. Keep in mind that trees will

grow up and outward and may eventually block the signal.

.The maximum allowable length for the RG-6 coaxial cable connecting the receiver to your dish is 125 feet.

.Use only RG-6 grade coaxial cable. Using lower grade RG-59 coaxial cable may result in excessive signal loss and

poor reception. Cable grade type is indicated on the outer jacket.

.Do not install the dish:

.Under power lines
.Where it may be easily tampered with
.Where it is exposed to high winds

.During windy or stormy conditions. '!

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MOUNTING LOCATIONS

Your dish must be mounted on a solid base. To ensure your dish doesn't move in windy conditions, choose a location where

it can be securely fastened. The mounting surface should be rigid and solid.

IMPORTANT: The Elliptical Dish has a minimum turn radius of +/- 35 degrees. If you are mounting the dish on the
side of your house, check the assembled dish and mounting pole to see if you can rotate the dish in the desired
azimuth setting. If you can't rotate the dish, choose an alternate location.

Key things to remember when choosing a mounting location:

.The mounting surface should be flat, even and in good condition.

.If you install the dish on the roof or side of your house, be sure to attach the bolts into a building stud, rafter or other

solid surface.

.When mounting on the roof of your house, use silicon sealant around the holes where the base of the universal mount

meets the mounting surface. This will prevent the roof from leaking.

We do not recommend:

.Mounting the dish on a railing
.Installing the dish on aluminum or vinyl siding (these are unlikely to be structurally sound)

.Keep grounding requirements in mind.

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INTRODUCTION

This Installation Manual provides all the information you require to install your system. The instructions are fairly simple,

providing step-by-step instruction for system installation. However, it will require skills in construction, wiring and

assembly to correctly complete the installation.

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WARNING: All satellite dish systems must be properly grounded. National and local electrical codes may
require you to ground the dish directly and to insert a grounding block in the coaxial cables running from the
dish to the receiver inside the building. Before beginning installation, carefully read the section on grounding

the dish.

ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED

This installation requires you to:

.Use hand tools such as a hand drill
.Determine whether water pipes, electrical wiring or gas lines are close to the installation area

.Route coaxial cable through walls and under floors
.Use a compass, protractor and carpenter's level
.Use a ladder to climb structures

.Know your local and national grounding codes

If you feel you do not have the experience to perform these tasks, contact your satellite retailer to arrange for installation.

You will need the following tools:

.Ratchet Wrench (3/8" Drive) .Carpenter's Level

.#2 Phillips Screwdriver .Compass
.13mm Hex Wrench, open or combination end .Protractor

.Electric Drill and Bits .13mm Socket
.10mm Socket .10mm Hex Wrench

BOLT TORQUE

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OF TORQUE TO M8 BOLT ft-ibs. ft-ibs. ft-ibs. ft-ibs. ft-ibs. ft-ibs.

NOTE: TORQUE FOR M8 ROUND HEAD, SQUARE NECK BOLT IS 16.3 N-m (12 ft-lbs.)

Your 75cm Elliptical Dish Kit comes with the following components:

..75cm Az/EI Clamp

.1.968" diameter Mount Assembly Feed Support

.Universal Mount Hardware

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