Sony SAT-A1, SAT-B1 Installation Guide

Satellite Antenna

for SAT-A 1 and SAT-B1 Satellite Receivers

Installation Manual

IIIUI_ IATI_ I_lll

SAN-18D1
SAN-18S1

0 1995 by Sony Corporation

Precautions

Warnings

Avoid contact with high voltage electrical
equipment. Contact with power lines, lights and
circuits may prove fatal.

Avoid contact with underground utility lines.
Check with your local utility companies before
digging in your yard if you are unsure of the
location of your electric, telephone, gas, water or

sewer lines.

Installation

O Read through the entire manual before you

attempt any installation and keep this
document for future reference.

O Do not use power tools to tighten the bolts.

Hand tighten only.

_1 Check zoning codes, covenants and community

restrictions in your area before installation.

O Choose an installation site that is structurally

sound and able to withstand severe storm
conditions.

O Do not attempt to install the antenna in rainy or

windy conditions.

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the
back of the satellite antenna. Record the numbers

on the spaces provided below and refer to them
whenever you call your sales and/or service
representative regarding this product.

Model No.

Serial No.

Customer Support

To arrange for the installation of your DSS system,
call the dealer from whom you purchased your

system.
For general information, or to resolve problems

related to the operation of your satellite receiver or
antenna, contact your Sony DSS dealer. If your
dealer is unable to answer your questions, call the
Sony DSS Customer Support line at

1-800-838-SONY (7669).
Signal Seeker is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

DIRECTV _ and DSS®are registered trademarks of

DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.

_1 Do not install the antenna where it can be

bumped or jarred because this might cause

bodily injury and damage the antenna.

O Installation on aluminum or vinyl siding is not

recommended.

O Installation on composite materials is not

recommended.

0 Installation on a chimney should be used only

when no other locations are available.

O Ground the antenna and cables to prevent

possible damage from electrical charges and

lightning strikes. Grounding and installation
should comply with local cedes and the

appropriate sections of the National Electrical
Code (NEC). Refer to the National Electrical

Codes in the Appendix for specific information
on grounding requirements.

2

Contents

Introducing the Satellite Antenna

Welcome 6
Installation Overview 7

Unpacking the Satellite Antenna 8

Selecting an Antenna Location

Locating the Satellite 10
Choosing an Installation Site 13

Installing the Antenna

Installing the Mast or a Pole 16
Installing the Antenna 31
Installing the Cables 33
Aiming the Anterma 36
Grounding the Antenna and Cables 43

Other Information

National Electrical Code 48
Specifications 50

Limited Warranty 51
Glossary 53

Index 55

3

Introducing the Satellite

Antenna

This chapter introduces the satellite antenna.

The sections covered in this chapter are:

Q Welcome 6
Q Installation Overview 7

_1 Unpacking the Satellite Antenna 8

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony brand Digital Satellite
System (DSS®). This product will enhance your overall entertainment
experience.

This installation manual is provided to help you plan and complete

the installation of your satellite antenna. The step-by-step instructions
are organized in sequential order for your convenience. Read through

the entire manual once before you attempt to install the antenna.

SONY

0 ©

6 Chapter 1: Welcome

Installation Overview

The satellite antenna can be installed in a few hours. You may choose
to install it yourself, or you may prefer to have it professionally
installed. If you plan on installing the antenna yourself, you should

be able to:

Q Use a power drill, magnetic compass and bubble level.
UI Drill a hole through an exterior wall of your house.
l:l Locate plumbing, electrical utilities and support beams hidden in

your walls.

O Comply with local building and electric codes.

Route cable under floors and through walls.

Have your antenna professionally installed if you do not feel

comfortable performing any of these functions. Your authorized

Sony retailer can provide a referral to a professional contractor in
your area who has been trained to install the Sony brand Digital

Satellite System (DSS).

If you decide to install the antenna yourself, use this manual to help

you plan and complete the installation. To further assist you, Sony
has an Installation Kit which is sold separately. The kit contains an
installation video and an assortment of cables, bolts, grounding

supplies and other items needed for most installations.

Installation Kit contents:

1RG-6 coaxialcable with weatherproof F-connect_rs and weatherboot (75ft.)

1RG-6 coaxialcable with weatherproof F-connectors and weatherbcot (25ft.)

1Silicon sealant (1 oz.)
4 Cable ties (11 in.)

8Cable clips

4Togglers

4 Double expansion anchors

4 Lag screws (5/16"x 2")

2 Lag screws (1/4"x 3")

4 Machine screws (I/4"- 20 x 3")

4 Washers (5/t6')

1Grounding block (dual)
1Grounding wire (30 ft.)
1Telephone in-line modular coupler
1 Telephone modular T connector
2Telephone line cords with modular connectors (25 ft.)
1 Compass
1 Grounding strap

1 Installation Video Guide

Chapter 1: Installation Overview 7

Unpackingthe Satellite Antenna

Depending on which model you purchased, the carton should
contain either an SAN-18S1 single output or an SAN-18D1 dual

output satellite antenna.

SAN-18S1

Mast

Reflector

LNB with Single
Output

SAN-18DI

Mast

BasePlate

O0

Snap-in Cabl e Guides

Base Plate

dSd5

Snap-in Cable Guides

\

LNB Support Arm

0

Weatherboot

Reflector

LNB with Dual
Output

\

LNB Support Arm

O0

Weatherboots

8 Chapter 1: Unpacking the Satellite Antenna

Selecting an

Antenna Location

This chapter contains instructions for selecting a location to install the
satellite antenna.

The sections covered in this chapter are:
[3 Locating the SateLlite 10

Q Choosing an Installation Site 13

Locating the Satellite

Notes

* At this stage it is not necessary tofind

the exact location of the satelIite. A

rough estimate is sufficient.

• The satellite is located due south of
Texas over the equator.

• The azimuth is a compass heading.

Before you can select a location to install the antenna, you need to find
the direction and elevation of the satellite relative to your house.
After you know where the satellite is located, you can find a suitable
location to install the antenna. Use the following instructions to
identify the directional coordinates and locate the satellite.

Use the map to estimate the directional coordinates:

Use the map below to estimate the directional coordinates of the DSS
satellite. You may also obtain the coordinates by using the on-screen

zip code or latitude/longitude features described on pages 36-38.

Magnetic North Azimuth

130" 140" 150' 160_170' 180_190"200_210"220_ 230' 240'

30"

35'

c 4_

._o

>

u_ 45o

5_

1 Find your location on the map.

2 Use the azimuth and elevation markings on the top and side of

the map to estimate the directional coordinates of the satellite.
(For example, the directional coordinates for Los Angeles are:

Azimuth: 135 and Elevation: 45.)

3 Record the dixectional coordinates on the spaces provided

below.

Azimuth: Elevation:

These directional coordinates will be used on the following pages to
locate the satellite in the sky. Continue with the instructions on the

next page to find the satellite direction with the azimuth.

10 Chapter 2: Locating the Satellite

Note

• The arrow on the compass in this
illustration indicates the 135 ° azimuth

from the example on the previous page.

Find the satellite direction with the azimuth:

The azimuth is a compass heading used to determine the direction of

the satellite relative to your house. Once you know where the
satellite is located you can choose an installation site that has an

unobstructed view of the satellite.

1 Take a compass outdoors. Hold it level to allow the needle to

rotate freely.

2 Rotate the compass until the dial aligns with the magnetic

needle which is pointing North.

3 The compass dial has numbers ranging from 0° to 360°. Find the

azimuth coordinate you recorded on the previous page on the
compass dial.

Azimuth

4 Look in the direction of the azimuth.

The satellite is located in the direction you are facing. Continue with
the instnlctions on the next page to find the elevation of the satellite.

(continued)

Chapter 2: Locating the Satellite 11

Locating the Satellite (continued)

Find the elevation of the satellite:

Use the elevation coordinate you recorded on page 10 to find the
elevation of the satellite. Finding the elevation, or angle, of the
satellite enables you to choose an installation site that has an

unobstructed view of the satellite.

1 Locate three reference points to help you estimate the location of

2 Use the elevation coordinate you recorded on page 10 and these

the satellite:

121 0° -- located at the horizon in front of you.
D 90 ° -- located directly above you.

CI 45° -- located midway between 0° and 90°.

three reference points to estimate the elevation of the satellite.

Note

• The position o.fthe satellite in this
illustration corresponds to the 45°

elevation from the example on page 10.

60°

Satellite " .-

',

45 °

90"

2s°-_'.. ".,

\

\

0 a _

You should now be able to point to the approximate location of the

satellite. Use this information when you choose an installation site for

the antenna.

12 Chapter2: Locatingthe Satellite

Choosing an Installation Site

You now know where the satellite is located in the sky. Keep the
location in mind as you look around your property for a good place to

install the antenna. Use the following suggestions to ease the
installation and extend the life of the antenna:

o

Keep a clear view -- avoid areas where trees, buildings and roof
overhangs interfere with the satellite signal. Also consider the
effects of future tree growth or building construction.

0

Protect the antenna -- avoid installing the antenna where it can
be bumped or jarred by people, furniture, doors or pets. Also

avoid installing under gutters, due to the possibility of icicles or
ice buildup.

0

Simplify the installation -- try to avoid an installation that

requires the use of a ladder.

O

Choose a sturdy site -- windy conditions can generate several
hundred pounds of pressure on the base plate. To avoid

problems, choose an installation site that is structurally sound and
able to withstand severe storm conditions.

0 Choose an accessible site -- if snow falls where you live, you will

need to brush the snow off the antenna.

0 Locate the antenna close to the receiver -- cable run should be

100' or less. If more than 100', you must use Sony brand DSS

Ampifier EAC-DA1.

(continued)

Chapter2: Choosingan InstallationSite 13

Choosing an Installation Site (continued)

Where to Install the Antenna

This manual provides instructions for installing the antenna on

several surfaces:

Metal Pole

Q Wood

Brick

Q Cinder Block

Read through the rest of the manual before you begin installing the
antenna. Planning the installation will save you time and help you

avoid mistakes.

14 Chapter 2: Choosing an InstallaUon Site

Installing the Antenna

This chapter provides instructions for installing, aiming and
grounding the antenna.

The sections covered in this chapter are:
_1 Installing the Mast or a Pole 16

Installing the Antenna 31

Q Installing the Cables 33

Aiming the Antenna 36

_1 Grounding the Antenna and Cables 43

Installing the Mast or a Pole

This section contains four different sets of installation instructions.

Choose and follow one set, depending on the type of surface on which
you install the antenna:

UI Metal Pole, on this page.

Q Wooden Surface, on page 19.
Q Brick Surface, on page 24.
Q Cinder Block Surface, on page 27.

Metal Pole

The antenna can be mounted directly onto a metal pole in your yard.
The metal pole should be installed in soi! conditions that provide a

firm foundation. Do not install a metal pole if your soil contains:
Q Many rocks, which prevent you from digging a hole.

Q Excess moisture, which prevents concrete from curing properly.

Notes

• Th_ antermcl can be mounted on an

existing metal polewhich meetsthe

installationand materialspecifications
listed in this chapter.

• You do not need the mast provided
with the antenna for this installation.

However, you should store the mast in
case you decide to relocate the antenna

at a later date.

16 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Tools and materials needed for this installation:

I brick
2 bags ready-mix cement

Container to mix cement
Guy wires/wooden stakes

Hacksaw

Level
Metal pole (6' long rain. x 11/4"- 11/2" galvanized steel pipe)

Shovel

>Warning

• Do not install the antenna near power lines.

>'Caution

• Avoid underground electric, telephone, gas, water and sewer lines when
digging in your yard. Contact your local utility companiesfor help locating

underground utility lines.

• Do not install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people,

furniture, doors or pets.

• Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions.

Note

• Burythe pole6"belowthefrost lineif
youlive in anareathat experiences

freezing temperatures.

Installation instructions:

1 Dig a hole at least 8"in diameter and 36" deep.

2 Cut the bottom of the pole at a 45° angle with a hacksaw. This

prevents the pole from rotating after installation.

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 17

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

3

Place a stone or brick at the bottom of the hole. The 45° cut on

the bottom of the pole should sit on top of the stone or brick.

This allows the cement to cover the angled cut.

/ MetalPole

36"

Min.

Note

• Stop pouring the c_nent three inches
below the top of the hole if you intend
to cover the cement with dirt or replant

grass after the cement has dried.

4 Mix ready-mix cement and pour it into the hole.

5 Hold the pole upright and level it with a bubble level. Place the

level along the side of the pole and take at least two readings 90°
(at right angles) from each other. The pole must be vertically

level to aim the antenna properly.

. _Metal Pole

90o'_ _- Level the Pole

"_, at Right Angles

Side View Top View

6 Secure the pole with guy wires or wooden braces while the

cement is drying.

7 Check to make sure the pole is still level and adjust if necessary.
8 Wait for the cement to dry completely before you remove the

guy wires or wooden braces.

Proceed to Installing the Antenna on page 31.

18 Chapter3: Installingthe Mast or a Pole

Wooden Surface

The satellite antenna can be installed on a variety of wooden surfaces.
This section provides instructions for mounting the mast onto the
following:

Side of your house

Installation on aluminum or

vinyl siding not recommended.

Deck railing or floor

Roof

Installation on wooden roof and
rafter under asphalt shingles

only.

Do not install the antenna on composite materials unless a wall stud
or rafter can be located behind the surface. These wood products are
not strong enough by themselves to secure the antenna properly. The

materials to avoid are:

Q Strand Board
rl Chip Board

Q Fiberboard

Particleboard

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 19

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

Tools and materials needed for this installation:

Drill bits (1/8", 3/ld')

*Lag screws (2) 1/4"x 3", (4) s/_d' x 2"

Level
Pencil/chalk

Power drill

*Silicon sealant

Tape measure

*Washers (4)s/16"

Wrench (3/8")

*Includedin the Installation Kit.

>Warning

• Do not install the antenna near power lines.

>.Caution

• DOnot install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people,
furniture, doors or pets.

• Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions.

Installation instructions:

1 Choose a secure location to install the base plate:

UI Side of your house -- find a wall stud on which you can

secure the base plate. Wall studs can be located by a vertical

line of nails where siding is attached to the house, or with a
stud finder.

Outside Holes
(4) 5/16"x 2"

Lag Screws

Wooden Shim (for

Center Holes
(2) 1/4"x3"

LagScrews

Siding only)

20 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Deck railing or floor -- the base plate can be secured to the
railing or floor.

Outside Holes

(4) 5/16"x 2"
Lag Screws

Roof -- find a rafter on which you can install the base plate.
Rafters can be located by the nails which hold the fascia board
onto the rafters. Do not mount the mast on a roof overhang

where there are no rafters.

Outside Holes
(4) 5/16"x 2"

Lag Screws

to Roof Pitch

Center Holes N,
(2) 1/4"x 3"

Lag

parallel

Fascia /_
Board

Transfer
Measurement
to Roof

2

Position the two center holes of the base plate over a stud or

rafter, and hold the base plate in position.

/ Stud or Rafter

I _'/ Center Hole

1_ / Outside Hole

Ho,e I;;I

I I
I I

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 21

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

Use a level to determine whether the mast can be vertically

aligned before you drill any holes.

A) Loosen the pivot bolt and adjustment nut that connect the

bottom of the mast to the base plate and align the mast in a

vertical position.

B) Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two

readings 90° apart from each other.

C) Tighten the pivot bolt and adjustment nut.

D) Use wooden shims to correct any alignment problems. If

shims will not correct the problem, look for another location

to mount the antenna.

Level

. Mast

Pivot Bolt

Side View

Adjustment

Nut
(ea. side)

, Mast

"90o_ Level the Mast

--1, at Right Angles

Top View

22 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

4 Realign the top center hole of the base plate over the stud, frame

or rafter and mark with a pencil.

S Remove the mast and drill a _/8" x 3" pilot hole.
6 Reposition the mast and attach it with a _/4" x 3" lag screw. Do

not tighten too securely to allow for adjustment.

7 Check to make sure the mast is still level and adjust if necessary.
8 Mark the remaining four outside holes and the lower center hole.

9 Remove the base plate and drill pilot holes for the remaining

screws:

O Four outside holes -- drill 3/16"x 2" holes.
O Lower center hole -- drill a 1/8" x 3" hole.

10 Apply silicon sealant to all six pilot holes and around the bottom

edge of the base plate where it makes contact with your house

before bolting it down tight. This will prevent water seepage.

IL_ Stud or Rafter

I

Sealant

11 Bolt the base plate into position using:

O Four outside holes -- s/16"x 2" lag screws and 5/16"washers.
O Two canter holes -- 1/4,,x 3" lag screws.

Proceed to Installing the Antenna on page 31.

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 23

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

Brick Surface

The satellite antenna can be installed on brick surfaces. This section
provides instructions on how to mount the mast onto the following:

Q Side of your house
Q Wall

Note

• Thedoubleexpansionanchorsyou

shouldbeable towithstand 300
pounds ofpull-out pressure.

Tools and materials needed for this installation:

*Double expansion anchors (4)

Hammer

Level

*Machine screws (4) 1/4" - 20 x 3"

Masonry drill bit (1/2")

Pencil
Power drill

*Washers (4) s/16"

Wrench Gls")

*Included in the Installation Kit.

Warning

• Do not install the antenna near power lines.

).Caution

• Do not install the antenna on stucco or imitation masonry unless the base
is made of cinder block or brick.

• Do not install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people,

furniture, doors or pets.

• Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions.

24 Chapter3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Installation instructions:

1

Choose a flat and secure location to install the antenna and hold
the base plate in position,

2

Position the four outer holes of the base plate over the surface of

the bricks. Do not drill into the mortar around the bricks.

Outside Holes
(4) 1/4"- 20 x 3"

Machine Screw_

RelativelyFlat

Sun'ace

3 Use a level to determine whether the mast can be vertically

aligned before you drill any holes.

Level

Nuts
(ea. side)

90o'X_ _ Level the Mast

-1 at Right Angles

Side View Top View

A) Loosen the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts which connect

the bottom of the mast to the base plate and align the mast in

a vertical position.

B) Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two

readings 90=apart from each other.

C) Tighten the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts.

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 25

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

4 Mark the upper left hole of the base plate with a pencil.

5 Remove the mast and drill a _/f' x 3" hole.

6 Clean out the hole and insert a double expansion anchor, It

should fit snugly. Use a hammer to gently tap the anchor into
place until it is flush with the wall.

7 Use a 1/4"- 20 x 3" machine screw to attach the base plate to the

anchor. Do not tighten too securely to allow for adjustment.

8 Check to make sure the mast is still level.

Brick Surface
3" Depth

(mini

Double

Anchor

Brick Side View

Note

• It is not necessary to bolt the two
center holes in this procedure.

9 Mark the remaining three outer holes, and repeat steps 5

through 8.

10 Tighten all four screws.

Proceed to Installing the Antenna on page 31.

26 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Cinder Block Surface

The satellite antenna can be installed on cinder block surfaces. This
section provides instructions on how to mount the mast onto the

following:

Side of your house

o Wall

i ¸ ' ... .i

Tools and materials needed for this installation:

You will need the following tools and materials for this installation:

Hammer

Level

*Machine screws (4) '/4" - 20 x 3"

Masom'y drill bit (1/2")
Pencil

Power drill

*Togglers (4)
*Washers (4) Vi'

Wrench (3/8")

*Included in the Installation Kit.

_.Wamin9

• Do not install the antenna near power lines.

_Caution

• Do not install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people,
furniture, doors or pets.

• Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions.

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 27

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

Installation instructions:

1 Choose a flat and secure location to install the antenna.

2 Tap the cinder blocks with a hammer to find the hollow center

cores.

16" Three Core 16_ Two Core 8" Two Core

3 Position the four outer holes of the base plate over the hollow

center cores of the cinder block and hold the base plate in
position.

28 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Outside Holes
(4) 1/4"- 20 x 3"
Machine Screws _"

4 Use a level to determine whether the mast can be vertically

aligned before you drill any holes.

Level

' Mast

Jstment

Nuts

(ea. side)

-_ Level the Mast

_ at Right Angles

Side View Top View

A) Loosen the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts that connect the

bottom of the mast to the base plate and align the mast in a

vertical position.

B) Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two

readings 90° apart from each other.

Note

• Fill mistakes with mortar or silicon
sealant.

C) Tighten the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts.

5 Mark the upper left hole of the base plate with the pencil.
6 Remove the mast and drill a l/f, hole.

7 Install a toggler.

A) Fold the metal channel fiat against the toggler and insert it

into the hole until the channel opens.

Fold in

!" Drill Thru

Toggler Metal Channel

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole 29

Installing the Mast or a Pole (continued)

Note

• The toggler must lie completelyflat
against the inside of the cinder block

to be effective.

B) Pull the toggler toward you to apply tension while sliding

the plastic cap until it is snug against the wall.

Block Wall

Ring _'_

Plastic Cap

C) Break the ring along the center perforation and push the

two halves away from each other. Push them toward the
wall until they break at the plastic cap.

Break

8 Use a 1/4" - 20 x 3" machine screw to attach the mast to the cinder

block. Do not tighten the screw too securely to allow for

adjustment.

9 Check to make sure the mast is still level.

10 Mark the remaining three outer holes, and repeat steps 6through 9.

11 Tighten all four bolts.

Proceed to Installing the Antenna on page 31.

30 Chapter 3: Installing the Mast or a Pole

Installing the Antenna

Assembling the Antenna

This section contains instruchons for installing the antenna. There are

two procedures you need to complete:

Assembling the Antenna

[_ Mounting the Antenna on the Mast or Pole

Tools needed to install the antenna:

Phillips screwdriver

Assemble the antenna by bolting the LNB support arm onto the
reflector.

Reflector Bracket _ __

"

1 Place the end of the LNB support arm against the back of the

reflector bracket and align the two screw holes.

2 Screw the two machine screws in the LNB support ann into the

reflector brackotandtight_ evenly (torque 36-45 lb-in). Do not

overtighten.

The antenna is assembled and is now ready to be mounted on the
mast or pole you installed earlier.

(continued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Antenna 31

Installing the Antenna (continued)

Mounting the Antenna on the
Mast or Pole

Mount the antenna by attaching the pre-assembled mast clamp on the
reflector to the mast or pole.

Reflector Bracket

Metal Stop _

Mast Clamp

Note

• Remove the metal stop to mount the
antenna below the top of a metal pole.
Make sure the antenna tilts freely

before securing the bolts.

32 Chapter 3: Installing the Antenna

1 Loosen the two screws that attach the mast clamp to the reflector

bracket.

2 Lower the antenna onto the mast or pole until it rests against the

metal stop.

3 Tighten the two clamp screws evenly. Do not over tighten

because they will need to be loosened when you aim the
antenna.

The antenna is now in place and is ready to have cables attached.
Follow the instructions in the next section to install the cables.

Installing the Cables

This section contains instructions for installing cables which connect the
antenna to the receiver. There are two procedures you need to complete:

Q Connecting the Antenna to the Grounding Block
UI Connecting the Grounding Block to the Receiver

Tools and materials needed to install the cables:

Cable clips (8)
Cable ties (4) 1t"

Drill bit (s/d)

*Grounding block

Phillips screwdriver
Power drill

*RG-6 coaxial cables (25 ft., 75 ft.)
*Silicon sealant (1 oz.)

*Included in the Installation Kit.

.Connecting the Antenna to the

Grounding Block

Notes

• RG-6coax_l cablemust be used.

Othercablesmay reducesignalquality
and signal strength.

• Attach separate cablesto bothLNB
connectorsifyou installedthe SAN-

18D1 satelliteantenna.

The antenna is connected to the receiver with two RG-6 coaxial cables.

The first cable you install connects the antenna to the grounding block

at the side of your house.

1 Attach an RG-6 coaxial cable with a weatherproof rubber boot to

the LNB (torque 18 lb-in). The weatherproof boot should fit

snugly against the LNB.

LNB

Weatherboot

RG-6 Coaxial Snap-in
Cable Cable Guides

Rain Hole

2 Secure the cable to the LNB support arm with two snap-in cable

guides. Attach the guides to the cable at positions opposite the
holes on the LNB support arm.

(contJnued)

Chapter 3: Installing the Cables 33

Installing the Cables (continued)

3 Take up any slack in the cable before pressing the snap-in cable

4 Use cable ties to secure the cable to the mast or metal pole.
5 Install a grounding block onto the side of your house. The

Notes

• The connectors you attach to the
grounding block should be waterproof

type.

• Protect exposed terminals by wrapping

them in tape.

guides into the holes. Begin at the LNB and work your way
toward the mast or pole.

grounding block should be installed on the exterior wall of the
room where the receiver will be located.

_i Coaxial Cable Mounting Screw

Block

Note

• Drip loops prevent water from leaking
into the grounding block.

6 Route the cable from the antenna to the grounding block. Take

the most direct route and avoid these problems:
[_ Do not place the cable where it can be damaged by lawn

mowers, people or pets.
Q Do not bend the cable beyond its normal flexib'flity.
[_ Do not sever the cable or the cable insulation.

D Do not use anything other than RG-6 coaxial cable.

7 Use cable clips to make a four to six inch diamet_ drip loop at

the end of the cable.

8 Tightly screw the cable from the antenna onto one of the

grounding block terminals.

/ From Antenna

Grounding Block

34 Chapter 3: Installing the Cables

Connecting the Grounding Block

to the Receiver

Connect the grounding block to the receiver with RG-6 coaxial cable

to complete the cable installation.

>_Caution

• Be careful to avoid drilling into electrical, water or gas utility lines.

Notes

• The connectors you attach to the
grounding block should be waterproof

type.

1 Tightly screw one end of an RG-6 coaxial cable into the

grounding block terminal across from the one you connected to
the antenna.

2 Use cable clips to make a four to six inch diameter drip loop.

j From Antenna

5/8" Drill Thru- __=
To Receiver

Drip Loop / Grounding

Block

3 Drill a s/8" hole through the exterior wall near the spot where

the receiver will be located.

4 Wrap the end of the cable with tape to protect the center

conductor and feed it through the wall into your house.

Note

• You can install a wall plate inside
your house at this time to give the

installation a finished look.

5 Unwrap the tape and check the connector to be sure the center

conductor is straight and undamaged..

6 Pull enough cable into the room to reach the back of the receiver.

7 Seal the hole around the cable with silicon sealant.

The antenna and cable are now completely installed. Read the next

section to learn about aiming the antenna.

Chapter 3: Installing the Cables 35

Aiming the Antenna

Connecting the Antenna to the
Receiver

Note

• This isa temporary connection which

allows you to view the receiver's on-
screen displays. Refer to the Sony
Distal Satellite Receiver operating

instructions for complete connection
information.

This section contains instructions for aiming the antenna. There are
four procedures you need to complete:

Connecting the Antenna to the Satellite Receiver

Q Pointing the Antenna
Q Fine-tuning the Antenna Using the Signal Seeker TM

Fine-tuning the Antenna Using the Signal Strength Meter

Tools needed to aim the antenna:

Wrench (s/s")

or

Phillips screwdriver

Connect the antenna to the satellite receiver to fine-tune the aim of
the antenna.

1 Turn off both the TV and _ceiver, and unplug the receiver's AC

cord.

2 Connect the RG-6 coaxial cable from the satellite antenna to the

SATELLITE IN jack on the back of the receiver.

RG-6CoaxialCable
FromSatelliteAntenna

36 Chapter3: Aiming the Antenna

II @ II ._ T'-n=@"

illllllllt! -"='-., , , ! -.,..-

--- • :-:': o%-
o t

ToTV

CoaxialCable l

AC Cord L

Satellite Receiver

3 Connect a cable from the VI-ff: (SAT)/UI-IF OUT jack on the back

of the l_ceiver to the UHF/VHF jack on the back of your TV.

4 Plug in the receiver's AC cord, and turn on both the TVand receiver.
S Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 to match the setting of the CH3/

CH4 switch on the back of the receiver.

Note

• Press TV/DSS and confirm that the
DSS indicator on the receiver is lit.

6 Press DSS FUNCTION on the receiver remote control.

%©0

_ _ D,_

O CD_

7

Press MENU on the remote control to display the MAIN MENU

screen. _y @ E(_

8 Select SYSTEM MENU. Press the tt and _,, and the * and *

buttons on the remote contro! to highlight, and press -4- to select
SYSTEM MENU.

MAIN MENU

11SELECI"

SELECT IMASI1ER

_",DE 1 GUIDE

MOVIES

_m 4 IExrr

Ol!tER [CUSTOM
GU DES 7 GUIDE

2/Iu_ 3

lIMO.Es I

511usT 61

9 Sele<

10 Select SET UP ANTENNA.

tINSTALLATION MENU.

INSTALLATION MENU

[ ] AII_sCEcARD 2

[

cont_ued)

Chapter3: Aimingthe Antenna 37

Aiming the Antenna (continued)

Note

• You may also get your azimuth and
elevation coordinates by selecting
LA T/LONG, and inputting your
longitude and latitude coordinates.

11

12 Enter your zip code by using the 0 - 9 buttons. Your azimuth

Select ZIPCODE.

SETUP ANTENNA

D_mil_ the azimuth and elevation and d_ the tiEAlal _.

'L °llIJlltlitltllPlllltlllllll

A

and elevation will appear at the bottom of the screen. Select
RETURN.

ENTERZIP CODE

Useyour _ codeto he_ locke Ute _mtrth andelev.-tJcm,

nBDnD

Note

• The azimuth and elevation for
Los Angeles are repre.-_mted in this

illust_tian.

A_'nmll_l 137 _ EleYa*_of146 degrees

13 Your azimuth and elevation are also displayed at the bottom of

the SET UP ANTENNA screen. Above the azimuth and
elevation is the Signal Strength Meter you will use to fine-hzne

the aim of the antenna.

SET UP ANTENNA

,u..FT'Ti

This is the screen you use to point and fine-tune the antenna in

the following sections.

38 Chapter 3: Aiming the Antenna

Pointing the Antenna

Note

• Theposition oftheantenna in this
illustration corresponds to the 45 °

elevation from the example on page 10.

Point the antenna toward the satellite using the azimuth and elevation
headings displayed in the ZIP CODE or SET UP ANTENNA screen,
described on page 38.

1 Loosen the four adjustment bolts on the back of the antenna.

2 Set the elevation pointer to the correct elevation heading.

ustment

Bolts
(ea. side) Elevation

Pointer

3 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten; you will need to loosen

them later to fine-tune the antenna.

Note

• Use the compass toJind the antenna
heading.

4 Loosen the two mounting bolts that hold the antenna onto the

mast or pole.

5 Point the antenna toward the correct azimuth heading.

Bolts

(continued)

Chapter3: Nming theAntenna 39

Aiming the Antenna (continued)

Note

• The antenna will appear to point
below where the satellite is located.

Do not re-adjust the antenna.

6 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten; you will need to loosen

them later to fine-tune the antenna.

Fine-tuning the Antenna Using

the Signal Seeker

Note

* TheSignal Seekerwill only work when

the on-screensignalstrength meter is
displayedon your TV.

The strength of the signal received from the satellite should be
optimized. If the signal gets too weak, the picture will freeze. Rain
and snow can reduce the signal strength, so optimizing the signal
strength will help to eliminate their affect. Use the Signal Seeker to
fine-tune the aim of the antenna. The Signal Seeker light blinks slowly
when the antenna is receiving a weak signal and blinks faster as the
signal grows stronger.

LNB _ Signal Seeker

1 To fine-tune the azimuth, loosen the two mounting bolts that

hold the antenna on the mast or pole.

40 Chapter 3: Aiming the Antenna

2 Slowly move the antenna from side-to-side until the Signal

Seeker gives the fastest blink.

Mounting

Bolts Signal Seeker

3 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten; you will need to loosen

them later to further fine-tune the antenna.

4 To fine-tune the elevation, loosen the four adjustment bolts on

the back of the antenna.

5 Gently tilt the antenna up and down until the Signal Seeker gives

the fastest blink.

Adjustment
Bolts (ea. side)

r J

Signal Seeker

6 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten; you will need to loosen

them later to further fine-tune the antenna.

7 Fine-tune the azimuth once again using steps 1-3.

Chapter 3: Aiming the Antenna 41

(continued)

Aiming the Antenna (continued)

Fine-tuning the Antenna Using

the Signal Strength Meter

Complete the aiming procedures by fine-tuning the antenna using the
Signal Strength Meter. The on-screen display shows a numeric value

for the signal strength ranging from 0 to 100. A reading of 0 indicates
no signal is being received and a reading of 100 is the strongest
possible signal. To use the Signal Strength Meter, you can:

Q Have someone watch the on-screen signal meter and call out the

Q Position the TV so you can see the screen from the antenna.

Notes

• Adjust the signal to its peaklevel to
minimizesignalloss due to rainor

snow.

• YOuprobably wil! not receive a signal

strength of lO0. Different areas of the

country may receive different peak
levels. This is normal.

signal strength level while you adjust the antenna.

"l Adjust the azimuth by loosening the two mounting bolts that

secure the antenna to the mast or pole.

2 Slowly move the antenna side to side until you find the strongest

signal.

3 Tighten the mounting bolts (torque 36--45 lb.-in)
4 Adjust the elevation by loosening the four adjustment bolts on

the back of the antenna.

5 Slowly tilt the antenna up and down until you find the strongest

signal.

6 Tighten the adjustment bolts (torque 36,--45 [bSin)

I SET UP ANTENNA

0

A

The antenna is now installed and properly adjusted to receive satellite
signals. The final step in the installation process is grounding the
antenna and grounding block.

42 Chapter 3: Aiming the Antenna

Grounding the Antenna and Cables

This section contains instructions for grounding the antenna and
cables to prevent possible damage from electrical charges and nearby

lightning strikes. Refer to the National Electrical Code m the
Appendix for more specific information on grounding requirements.

There are two procedures you need to complete:

Grounding the Antenna
Grounding the Cables

Tools and materials needed to ground the antenna and cables:

Grounding rod (8 ft.)
*Grounding strap
*Grounding wire (30 ft.)

Ladder

Phillips screwdriver

Sledgehammer

*Included in the Installation Kit.

Grounding the Antenna

Ground the antenna to protect it from possible damage from
unwanted electrical charges.

From Base

Plate

Grounding Wire

Grounding

Grounding Rod

1 Install a grounding rod as close to the mast or pole as possible.

The rod should be 8 feet long and driven 8 feet into the ground.
Any deviation from these specifications should conform to the

National Electrical Code and local code requirements.

(_ontlnue¢@

Chapter3: Groundingthe Antennaand Cables 43

Grounding the Antenna and Cables (continued)

2 Locate the grounding point on the mast or metal pole. On the

mast, the grounding point is located on the mounting foot. On
the metal pole, the grounding point is a grounding strap you
attach to the base of the pole.

Metal P°le .'_-_._T

Grounding Wire \ -II ....

Grounding Strap \ \ II /

Grounding Rod ! ___

\ [I / _rounotng _trap

Grounding Screw

Gt'ounding

Metal Pole

Mounting Foot

3 Attach one end of a #10 copper grounding wire to the mast or

pole by looping the bare wire two turns around the grounding

screw or grounding strap.

4 Tighten the screw or strap until the wire is secure.

5 Route the other end of the grounding wire to the grounding rod

in a straight and direct path.

6 Connect the grounding wire to the grounding rod using a

grounding strap. Install the strap above ground unless it is
designed for underground use.

Complete the grounding procedure by grounding the cables.

44 Chapter3: Groundingthe Antennaand Cables

Grounding the Cables

Ground the cables to protect the receiver from possible damage from
unwanted electrical charges.

RG-6 Coaxial

Grounding

Block _ _

Grounding _

Wire
Grounding Strap _ -_

Grounding Rod _'_

Cable \

/ 5/8" Drill Thru

8'

Notes

• Thecablesandantenna canbe
groundedon thesamegrounding rod.

• Thegrounding wire shouldbeshort
andstraight. Connectit closeto

whereit enters the house.

I ]mtan a grounding rod as close to the grounding block as

possible. The rod should be 8 feet long and driven 8 feet into the
ground. Any deviation from these specifications must conform

to the National Electrical Code and local code requirements.

2 Attach a #10 copper grounding wire to the grounding block by

inserting one end of the bare wire into the grounding wire
terminal and tightening the screw until the wire is secure.

Grounding Wire

on Wire

3rounding Block

(continued)

Chapter3: Groundingthe AntennaandCables 45

Grounding the Antenna and Cables (continued)

Note

• The grounding block may also be
grounded to a cold water pipe. Refer

to the National Electrical Code in the
Appendix.

3 Route the other end of the grounding wire to the grounding rod

in a straight and direct path.

4 Connect the grounding wire to the grounding rod using the

grounding strap, Install the strap above ground unless it is
designed for underground use.

From Antenna

jTo e e,ve

Or!uoO,ngW,re

_-_ Groundinc. Rod

_ Grounding Strap

8 L i_

If

Ii
I I

LI

I I

I

Congratulations! The antenna and cables are grounded and you have
completed the antenna installation. Refer now to the manual you

received with your Sony Digital Satellite Receiver to learn about
hooking up other components to your receiver.

46 Chapter 3: Grounding the Antenna and Cables

Other Information

The sections covered in this appendix are:
0 National Electrical Code 48

0 Specifications 50

Limited Warranty 51

O Glossary 53

0 Index 55

National Electrical Code

The following portions of the National Electrical
Code are provided to assist you with the installation of

your digital satellite antenna. These pages represent

only a portion of the entire National Electrical Code,

and should be consulted for reference purposes only.

For the complete code, please refer to the National

Electrica! Code Handbook.

250-1. Scope. This article covers general
requirements for grounding and bonding of electrical

installations, and specific requirements in (a) through
(f) below.

(a) Systems, circuits, and equipment required,

permitted, or not permitted to be grounded.

(b) Circuit conductor to be grounded on grounded

systems.

(el Location of grounding connections.

(d) Types and sizes of grounding and bonding

conductors and electrodes.

(e) Methods of grounding and bonding.

sections or insulating pipe) to the points of
connection of the grounding electrode conductor and
the bonding conductors. Continuity of the
grounding path or the bonding connection to interior
piping shall not rely on water meters. A metal

underground water pipe shall be supplemented by
an additional electrode of a type specified in Section
250-81 or in Section 250-83. The supplemental

electrode shall be permitted to be bonded to the
grounding electrode conductor, the grounded

service-entrance conductor, the grounded service
raceway, or any grounded service enclosure.

250-83. Made and Other Electrodes. Where none
of the electrodes specified in Section 250-81 is

available, one or more of the electrodes specified in
(b) through (d)* below shall be used. Where

practicable, made electrodes shall be embedded

below permanent moisture level. Made electrodes

shall be free from nonconductive coatings, such as

paint or enamel. Where more than one electrode is

used, each electrode of one grounding system
(including that used for lightning rods) shall not be
less than 6 feet (1.83 m) from any other electrode of
another grounding system.

(f) Conditions under which guards, isolation, or

insulation may be substituted for grounding.

250-81. Grounding Electrode System. If available

on the premises at each building or structure served,

each item (a) through (d) below, and any made

electrodes in accordance with Sections 250-83 (c) and
(d), shall be bonded together to form the grounding

electrode system. Interior metal water piping located
more than 5 feet (152 cm) from the point of entrance

to the building shall not be used as a conductor to
interconnect the electrodes and the grounding
electrode conductor. The bonding jumper shall be
installed in accordance with Sections 250-92 (a) and
(b), shall be sized in accordance with Section 250-94,
and shall be connected in the manner specified in
section 250-115. The uanspliced grounding electrode

conductor shall be permitted to run to any

convenient grounding electrode available in the

grounding electrode system. It shall be sized for the
largest grounding electrode conductor required

among all the available electrodes.

(a) Metal Underground Water Pipe. A metal
underground water pipe in direct contact with the
earth for 10 feet (3.05 m) or more (including any
metal well casing effectively bonded to the pipe) and

electrically continuous (ormade electrically
continuous by bonding around insulating joints or

(c) Rod and Pipe Electrodes. Rod and pipe

electrodes shall not be less than 8 feet (2.44 m) in
length and shall consist of the following materials,
and shall be installed in the following manner:

(1) Electrodes of pipe or conduit shall not be

smaller than 3/4 -inch trade size and, where of iron or
steel, shall have the outer surface galvanized or
otherwise metal-coated for corrosion protection.

(2) Electrodes of rods of iron or steel shall be at

least 5/s inch (15.87 mm) in diameter. Stainless steel
rods less than 5/8 inch (15.87 ram) in diameter,
nonferrous rods, or their equivalent shall be listed

and shall not be less than _/a inch (12.7 mm) in
diameter.

(3) The electrode shall be installed such that at

least 8 feet (2.44 m) length is in contact with the soil.
It shall be driven to a depth of not less than 8 feet
(2.44 m) except that, where rock bottom is

encountered, the electrode shall be driven at an
oblique angle not to exceed 45 degrees from the

vertical or shall be buried in a trench that is at least
21/2 feet (762 ram) deep. The upper end of the

electrode shall be flush with or below ground level

unless the aboveground end and the grounding
electrode conductor attachment are protected against
physical damage as specified in Section 250-117.

48 Appendix: Other Information

250-115. Connection to Electrodes. The grounding
conductor shall be connected to the grounding
electrode by exothermic welding, listed lugs, listed

pressure connectors, listed clamps, or other listed
means. Connections depending on solder shall not be
used. Ground clamps shall be listed for the materials
of the grounding electrode and the grounding
electrode conductor and, where used on pipe, rod, or

other buried electrodes, shall also be listed for direct
soil burial. Not more than one conductor shall be

connected to the grounding electrode by a single
clamp or fitting unless the clamp or fitting is listed for

multiple conductors. One of the methods indicated

in (a), Co), (c), or (d)* below shall be used.

(a) Bolted Clamp. A listed bolted clamp of cast

bronze or brass, or plain or malleable iron.

(b) Pipe Fitting, Pipe Plug, etc. A pipe fitting, pipe
plug, or other approved device screwed into a pipe or
pipe fitting.

(c) Sheet-Metal-Strap Type Ground Clamp. A
listed sheet-metal-strap type ground clamp having a
rigid metal base that seats on the electrode and

having a strap of such material and dimensions that it is
not likely to stretch during or after installation.

810-1. Scope. This article covers radio and

television receiving equipment and amateur radio

transmitting and receiving equipment, but not
equipment and antennas used for coupling carrier

current to power line conductors.

(d) Mechanical Protection. The grounding

conductor shall be protected where exposed to
physical damage, or the size of the grounding

conductors shall be increased proportionately to
compensate for the lack of protection.

(el Run in Straight Line. The grounding conductor
for an antenna mast or antenna discharge unit shall
be run in as straight a line as practicable from the
mast or discharge unit to the grounding electrode.

(f) Electrode. The grounding conductor shall be
connected as follows:

(1) To the nearest accessible location on (1) the

building or structure grounding electrode system as

covered in Section 250-81, (2) the grounded interior
metal water piping system as covered in Section 250-

80(a), (3) the power service accessible means external

to enclosures as covered in Section 250-71(b), (4) the

metalic power service raceway, (5) the service
equipment enclosure, or (6) the grounding electrode

conductor or the grounding electrode conductor

metal enclosures; or

(2) If the building or structure served has no

grounding means, as described in (0(1), to any one of
the individual electrodes described in Section 250-81;

or

(3) If the building or structure served has no

grounding means, as described in (0(1), or (f)(2), to
(1) an effectively grounded metal structure or (2) to

any of the individual electrodes described in Section
250-83.

810-15. Grounding. Masts and metal structures
supporting antennas shall be grounded in accordance

with Section 810-21,

810-21. Grounding Conductors -- Receiving
Stations. Grounding conductors shall comply with

(a) through (j)below.

(a) Material. The grounding conductor shall be of

copper, aluminum, copper-clad steel, bronze, or

similar corrosion-resistant material.

(b) Insulation. Insulation on grounding conductors

shall not be required.

(c) Supports. The grounding conductors shall be

securely fastened in place and shall be permitted to
be directly attached to the surface wired over without

the use of insulating supports.

(gi Inside or Outside Building. The grounding
conductor shall be permitted to be run either ir_lde
or outside the building.

(h) Size. The grounding conductor shall not be
smaller than No. 10 copper or No. 8 aluminum or
No. 17 copper-clad steel or bronze.

(i) Common Ground. A single grounding
conductor shall be permitted for both protective and

operating purposes.

(j) Bonding ot Electrodes. A bonding jumper not

smaller than No. 6 copper or equivalent shall be
connected between the radio and television

equipment grounding electrode and the power
grounding electrode system at the building or

structure served where separate electrodes are used.

Appendix: Other Information 49

Specifications

468 mm (18.4")

L_

© @

L_

The dimensions shown are for an elevation setting of 40 °.

_D

678 mm (26.6")

Input Frequency

Output Frequency
Output Connector

Power Consumption

Supply Voltage

Width

Height

Depth

Mass

12.2-12.7 GHz
950-1450 MHz

F-Type Female

3.0 W max.
DC + 11.5-14.0 V

for RHCP
DC + 16.0-19.0 V

for LHCP

468 mm (18.4 in.)

648 mm (25.5 in.)
678 mm (26.6 in.)

3.5 kg. (7 lbs. 10 oz.)

Supplied Accessories

Snap in Cable Guides

Weatherboot

Optional Accessories

InstallaUon Kit
Amplifier

Diplexer
Voltage Switch

Multi-Room AV

Distribution Sytem

Universal Remote

Commander

Coaxial Cable 25'
Coaxial Cable 75'

Flat Cable

2 pcs.

1 pc. (SAN-18S1)

2 pcs. (SAN-18D1)

ANJ-DS1

EAC-DA1
EAC-DD1

EAC-DV1

MDR-D1

RM-Y130
SAK-C25

SAK-C75

SAK-F1

50 Appendix:Other Information

Limited Warranty

I Digital Satellite Systems I

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY") warrants this Product (including any accessories) against defects in
material or workmanship as follows:

1. LABOR: For a period of 90 days from the original date of purchase, if the Product is determined to be

defective, SONY will repair or replace the Product at no charge. After this 90 day period, you must pay for all
labor charges.

2. PARTS: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase, SONY will supply, at no charge,

new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts. Any replacements will be warranted for the

remainder of the original warranty period or (90) days from installation by SONY's authorized facility,
whichever is longer.

3. ACCESSORIES: Parts and labor for all accessories are for one (1) year.

4. IN-HOME: For a period of one (1) year from installation date, if the unit was professionally installed

by an authorized SONY Digital Satellite System Installer and the LNB (Electronic Antenna Element) fails to

function properly, SONY will repair or replace the defective LNB with a new or rebuilt part. Labor to repair or
replace the LNB (after 90 days from purchase) willbe at your expense. If no problem is found, or any other item
fails, it will be your responsibility to pay the installer their regular rate for an in-home service call.

To obtain warranty service, you must take the Product, or deliver the Product freight prepaid, in either its

originalpackaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to a SONY authorized Digital Satellite
System service facility. Please see the following page for the number to call to locate the closest facility.

This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception
problems.

This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence, commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of the Product, including the antenna. This
warranty does not cover improper installation (if self installed), loss of use of the product, or wasted
programming charges due to product malfunction. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper
operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other than a

facility authorized by SONY to service the Product. This warranty does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH
ALL FAULTS. This warranty is valid only in the United States.

Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the
Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. UNDER
NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SONY's LIABILITY, IF ANY, EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID

FOR THE PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS

PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

(continued)

Appendix: Other Information 51

Limited Warranty (continued)

This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the Product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations

on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition,

if you enter into a service contract with the SONY Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale, the limitation

on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

For your convenience, SONY ELECTRONICS INC. has established telephone numbers for frequently asked

questions:

To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you,

For service assistance or resolution of a service problem, or

For Product information or operation call:

SONY DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM INFORMATION CENTER

1-800-838-SONY (7669)

For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:

1-800-488-SONY (7669)

52 Appendix: Other Information

Glossary

A

Azimuth

A compass angle measured from the north that indicates the relative direction of the satellite from your

location. This angle, along with your elevation, allows you to locate the satellite and point the antenna in the

proper direction.

Amplifier

A device used to increase signal strength when the signal strength meter reads less than 60. If the signal
strength meter reads 60 or above and the amplifier is attached, the signal strength will be unaffected.

B

Base Plate

The metal foot that is attached to the mast of the antenna and attaches to a mounting surface.

C

Composite Materials

Wood products that are composed of two distinct materials, such as wood and glue, are referred to as

composite materials. These products are not as strong or structurally rigid as solid wood.

D

Drip Loop
A four to six inch loop in the RG-6 coaxial cable which prevents water from running into the cable
connections at the grounding block.

DSS
The Digital Satellite System. This system consists of a small antenna and a receiver that process audio and

video signals transmitted by satellites that orbit over the equator.

E

Elevation
An angle above the horizon. This angle, along with your azimuth, allows you to locate the satellite and point

the satellite antenna in the direction of the satellite.

(continued)

Appendix:Other Information 53

Glossary (continued)

G

Grounding

A method of directing electrical currents into the earth. This provides a conductive outlet that diffuses
destructive charges.

Grounding Block

A barrel connector with a screw that connects two coaxial cables to a grounding wire.

Grounding Rod

A metal pole driven into the ground that creates a path for electrical currents to follow.

Grounding Wire
A copper wire that connects an electrical circuit to a grounding rod.

L

Latitude
The distance from the equator to a po'mt (north or south) on the earth that is measured in degrees.

LNB

Low Noise Block. The LN'B is mounted at the focal point of a satellite antenna to receive signals transmitted

from the satellite. It converts the high signal frequency to a lower signal frequency.

Longitude

The distance from the prime meridian to a point (east or west) on the earth that is measured in degrees.

M

Main Menu
The first menu screen that is displayed when the MENU button on the remote control is pressed. It is

through the main menu that you can set up your dish and fine-tune the aiming of your antenna.

Mast
The metal pole that is connected to the base plate and the antenna. If you install the antenna on a metal pole,

the pole is considered a mast.

R

RG-6 Coaxial Cable

A type of cable that carries high frequency satellite signals from the LNB to the receiver, and DC voltage from
the receiver to the LNB.

5

Signal Seeker
A fight on the antenna's LNB that blinks while you are fine-tuning the antenna.

Signal Strength Meter
An on-screen meter that is used to measure the strength of the satellite signal when fine-tuning the antenna.

54 Appendix: Other Information

Index

A

Aiming 36-42
Azimuth 10-12, 39-,41

B

Base plate 8, 20, 25, 28
Brick surface 24-26

C

CH3/CH4 switch 37
Choosing an installation site 13

Cinder block surface 27-30
Compass 11, 39

ComposRe materials 19

D

Drip loop 34-35
DSS

f_nction switch 37

on-screen displays 37, 38

signal strength meter 38

E

Elevation 10, 12, 39, 41.42

Installation

antenna 31-32

brick surface 24-26
cables 33-34

chimney 13
cinder block surface 27-30

grounding block 34-35, 46
metal pole 16-18

professional installation 7

self-installation 7

wooden surface 19-23

Installation menu 37

L

LED 40.-41
Light Emitting Diode, See LED

LNB 8,33

LNB support arm 8, 33
Low Noise Blocker, See LNB

M

Map 10

Mast 8, 22-23, 25-26, 29-30, 32,
34, 39, 41.,42
Menu button 37

Metal pole 16-18, 32-35

R

Rafter 21-23
Reference points 12

Reflector 8, 31-32
RG-6 coaxial cable 33-36

S

Satellite

directional coordinates 10-12,

38-39

location 10

UHF/VHF jack 37

Self-LnstaUationkit 7

Set up antenna 38
Signal Strength Meter 38, 42

Site selection 13
Snap-in cable guides 8, 34

Stud 20-21, 23
System menu 37

U

Unpacking 8

W

Weatherboot 8,33

Wooden surface19-23

G

Grounding 44-46
Grounding block 34-35, 46

N

Z

National Electrical Code 2, 48-49

Zip code screen 38

0

Overview 7
UHF/VHF/SAT OUT 38

Appendix:Other Information SS

sonyCorpor_e_n

Pdnted in USA