Strong SA64 User Manual

User Manual

Satellite Antenna with integrated Single LNB SlimSat SA61

Satellite Antenna with integrated Twin LNB SlimSat SA62

Satellite antenna with integrated Quad LNB SlimSat SA64

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CONTENT

1.0 WHAT IS SLIMSAT? 2

2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2

3.0 HOW TO INSTALL? 3

3.1 Step 1: Where to Install? 3

3.2 Step 2: Installation 4

3.3 Step 3: Connecting the Antenna and the Set top box 6

3.4 Step 4: Fine Tuning and Fixing the Bracket 6

4.0 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST FOR INITIAL INSTALLATION 7

5.0 LOSS OF SIGNAL / RAIN FADE 8

6.0 INSTALLATION USING LONG CABLE 8

7.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 8

A.1 BOX CONTENT 9

A.2 APPENDIX

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1.0 WHAT IS SLIMSAT?

SLIMSAT is a Horn Array Type Satellite Antenna with integrated LNB. It can receive signals from
major Satellites and would replace a 65 cm parabolic dish. Small, discreet and easy to use, it can
be installed in a few minutes and used as a portable antenna for all satellite receptions. SLIMSAT
can be used for both Free-to-Air and encrypted (requiring a subscription with an operator) channel
reception; it can also receive all High Defi nition channels with a superior image quality. For the use
and installation, please read the following instructions and installation materials carefully.

SlimSat SA61 with integrated Single LNB SlimSat SA62 with integrated Twin LNB
to connect to 1 satellite receiver to connect to 2 satellite receivers

SlimSat SA64 with integrated Quad LNB
to connect to 4 satellite receivers

2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 Before using this product please read this manual carefully and follow exactly all

installation, mounting & orientation instructions.

 All the instructions should be followed in order to avoid any technical problems.
 Any electric or magnetic fi eld close to the SLIMSAT may cause a bad reception or even

cut off the signal completely.

 Do not drill the plastic cover of the antenna, which seals the antenna from moisture.
 Handle the antenna with care as any impact will cause damage to the electronics.
 Do not open the cover, any attempt to repair by a non-qualifi ed person can be dangerous

and void the warranty.

 Any obstacle (buildings, trees, etc.) will block the reception of the signal from the satellite

to the antenna.

 Do not paint or add any substance on the antenna cover, this will block the reception of

the signal from the satellite.

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 The cable between the antenna and the Satellite receiver should not exceed 30m as it will

decrease the quality of the signal.

 The use non- isolated jacks will result in a loss of the signal level.
 Do not forget to adjust the antenna and the bracket to the cross-polarity (skew angle

please refer to chapter 3.4 step 4).

 Tighten all the screws of the antenna once you have finished the adjustments.
 This product contains the LNB, it is forbidden to add, change or modify the LNB.
 For more precise details on the above points or for any information, please ask your

retailer or customer service.

Warning!!!

Antennas improperly 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.

3.0 HOW TO INSTALL?

By following the instructions step by step you can proceed easily to install SLIMSAT by yourself or
with the help of a professional antenna installer.

Before installing your antenna check that the SLIMSAT box contains all items listed in the chapter
‘Box Content’. In the event of any missing parts, please contact your distributor.

3.1 Step 1: Where to Install?

In order to receive a signal from the Satellite, SLIMSAT is to be installed in an open loop space
(outside the house or the apartment), in the direction of the satellite towards the equator, for which,
you will need a compass to exactly orient SLIMSAT toward the satellite (Note; please take reference
to the table of the Azimuth angles specified in the back pages of this manual)

Note

To ensure accurate compass reading, stay away from large metal objects, specifically
electrical cables and then make multiple readings

Make sure that there are no obstacles in front of SLIMSAT which can decrease the
signal reception quality, such as buildings, or trees (you may keep in mind that
trees will grow and may block the signal).
In order to be able to fix and install your antenna easily you might choose an
easily accessible place without any potential danger for installation.

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Think about the way you might pass your cable in a discreet way from the SLIMSAT to your Set
top Box. The antenna should not be too distant from your satellite receiver; a cable longer than 30
meters can decrease the quality of the signal.

Bad Quality Signal Reception Good Quality Signal Reception

3.2 Step 2: Installation

In order to install your new antenna, you need to find the skew, elevation and azimuth angle by
referring to the table in the appendix of this manual. If you can’t find your location, please refer to
the information of the place nearest to your location. This manual will show you the installation
example for the reception of ASTRA1 satellite in Brest region of France.
The angle information for Brest region is Skew: -19.7º

El: 30º
Az: 149.6º

Part Assembly

1. Fixing the Skew (Joint of Angle Bracket and Antenna Body)

Join the Angle Bracket and Antenna Body with the supplied screw and adjust the skew angle to -19.7

Check –

2. Fixing the Elevation (Joint of Antenna Body and Main Support)

For the purpose of delicate adjustment of the elevation and azimuth angle, please don’t fix the bolt
and nut tightly.

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3. Installation of Fixing Bracket A

When installing Fixing Bracket A (B3), please consider the place of installation (clamp type, wall
mounting type). Make sure that the direction of the bracket is towards satellite. In order to support
the weight of the antenna, nut (N1) should be fixed as tightly as possible. Please purchase the
anchor bolt for wall mounting installation separately.

Use anchor bold (not included)

Wall

4. Joining of the Antenna Body and Fixing Bracket A (B3)

Join the assembled Antenna Body and Fixing Bracket A. In order to support the weight of the
antenna, nut (N1) should be fixed as tightly as possible.

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Wall

3.3 Step 3: Connecting the Antenna and the Set top box

Once you have installed the antenna in an open loop space and mounted the way you want it to be
the next step is to connect it all together.

In order to be able to watch your favourite satellite programs, you need to connect your satellite
antenna to a receiver by a cable.
The cable between the antenna and the Satellite receiver should not exceed 30m as it will decrease
the quality of the signal.
The use of a long or bad quality cable and not isolated jacks can cause a loss of the signal level,
it would be preferable to use an RG6 Coaxial cable (HF 17VATC or 19VATC cable), in order to
minimise a signal loss.

How to prepare the cable? How to connect the cable to the antenna and the

set top box?

Connector cover

One side

to Antenna

Cable

Other side
to Receiver

F-connector

It is important that the coaxial cable does not become damaged or kinked during the installation procedure.

3.4 Step 4: Fine Tuning and Fixing the Bracket

Once fine tuning for signal reception is completed, please tighten all bolts and nuts.

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Once all connections are made, turn on the TV and the satellite receiver, select the Antenna Pointing
Menu on your receiver and check the signal level on your TV. Do not forget to choose “LNB: ON”.
Someone will need to stay in front of the TV to tell you when the signal is “good” while you’re
outside adjusting the antenna the best way possible.
The signal level and quality is indicated on the TV screen and will fluctuate and change colour
according to the adjustment & movement of the antenna while you are pointing & finding (azimuth,
elevation angle). The level indicates the power of the signal and the colour indicates the signal
reception quality from the chosen satellite.

4.0 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST FOR INITIAL INSTALLATION

If the signal is not found, be sure the receiver user manual and the antenna user manual have been
followed closely, check the following:

 Make sure all cable connections are correct and each connection is seated / tightened properly.
 Inspect the inside of each cable connector for dirt or possible connector to case / shield short.
 Verify the Azimuth, Elevation and Tilt angles for your location by ZIP code.
 Make sure the Tilt and Elevation pointers are aligned correctly to the scales. Do not use

washer or bolt as reference.

 Make sure the Tilt adjustment is not changed from the recommended settings for the

antenna location.

 Remove existing TV-specific components, such as TV splitter, etc; reduce the installation

to the basic connections called out in this guide. Such components may not work with the
satellite signal and they may be in the wall where you can’t see them. When in doubt, run RG6
cable directly to you receiver.

 Make sure there are no obstructions (trees, buildings, windows, corner or overhang of

you roof, your body or hands) – the signal does not pass leaves, branches, glass, etc.

 RG6 cable with solid copper center conductor is highly recommended because it has much

lower DC voltage drop compared to RG 6 cable with a copper-coated, steel center conductor.

 Standard RG 59 cable cases too much DC drop and signal drop; it can not be used to

pass the satellite signal. RG 6 coaxial cable must be used.

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 Some after market, off-the-shelf add-on components may not be as advertised. They

might not work or could cause additional DC drops and signal amplitude attenuation.
Remove such components, go back to the basic connections called out in this manual
and re-verify.

 Make sure the satellite cable is connected to the “SAT IN” jack, not the “ANTENNA IN”

jack. The “ANTENNA IN“ jack at the back of the receiver is for all off-air antenna input or
cable TV input.

 If all are done correctly but the signal is still not found change the Elevation adjustment of the

antenna slightly (± 2°, then ± 4° from the called-for setting) and repeat the procedure.

 Make sure the Access Card from your receiver is fully inserted into the Access Card slot and

oriented correctly.

5.0 LOSS OF SIGNAL / RAIN FADE

The satellite signal may be lost temporarily due to unusual heavy rainfall. An optimal alighted
antenna, along with the shortest possible cable run, minimizes the chances of “rain fade”.
Make sure the antenna is mounted securely to prevent it from being blown out of alignment in a
heavy wind.
Heavy snow accumulation on the antenna may reduce the satellite signal strength; snow should be
swept away as soon as possible.
Tree foliage growth into antenna’s line-of-sight to the satellite may result in gradual loss of picture.

6.0 INSTALLATION USING LONG CABLE

For installations where the RG 6 cables run from the receiver(s) to the LNB far exceeds 100 feet (150
feet or more), as encountered in a commercial or multi-dwelling building, you need to use an AC
power booster module to bias the LNB.
You will also need an additional RF signal amplifier to compensate the signal amplitude loss.
Otherwise, your antenna and receiver may not work properly and be subject to frequent outages in
adverse weather. Contact a professional concerning such installations.

7.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Input Satellite Frequency: 10.7 ~ 12.75 GHz
Polarisation: Dual Linear (Horizontal & Vertical)

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Antenna Gain: 33.7 dBi at 12.7 GHz
Dimensions (W x H x D): 51.7 x 27.7 x 8.2 cm
LNB: Model SA61: Single LNB integrated
Model SA62: Twin LNB integrated
Model SA64: Quad LNB integrated
LNB Output Frequency: 950 – 1,950 / 1,100 – 2,150 MHz
LNB voltage: Vertical 9 – 14.5 V (typ. 13 V)
Horizontal 15.5 – 24 V (typ. 18 V)
Operating Temperature: -30 ~ +60 °C
Gross weight: 4.5 kg
Net weight: 2.7 kg

Subject to alterations. In consequence of continuous research and development technical specifications, design and appearance of products may change. ASTRA is a registered trademark of SES
ASTRA, Eutelsat and HOT BIRD are registered trademarks of Eutelsat Communications, all other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
© STRONG 2010. All rights reserved. 06/2010

A.1 BOX CONTENT

No Symbol Part name Image Quantity

1 A1 Antenna Body

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2 B1 Skew Bracket

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3 B2 Main Support

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4 B3 Fix Bracket A

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5 B4 Fix Bracket B

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6 B5 Spanner

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7 C1 Compass

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8 S1 Screw

M6x18 SEMS2

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9 S2 Screw

M6x50 SEMS2

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10 S3 Round Head Square

Neck Bolt M6x50

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11 S4 Round Head Square

Neck Bolt M6x75

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12 N1 Flanged Nut M6

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A.2 APPENDIX

Great Britain

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Germany

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France