Strong SLIMSAT SA60 User Manual

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Satellite Antenna with integrated LNB SlimSat SA60

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 WHAT IS T SA60? 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 Choice 4

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

3.4 Step 4: Pointing and locating the Signal (ﬁrst without Attenuation Thin Pad) 6

3.5 Optimum Pointing & Finding the Signal (with Attenuation Thin Pad) 9

4.0 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST FOR INITIAL INSTALLATION 10

5.0 LOSS OF SIGNAL / RAIN FADE 10

6.0 INSTALLATION USING LONG CABLE 11

7.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 11

A.1 BOX CONTENT 12

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1.0 WHAT IS T SA60?

SlimSat SA60 is a Horn Array Type Satellite Antenna with Dual Linear Polarization, it can receive signal from major Satellites and would replace a normal former 60cm 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 SA60 can be used for both free to Air and encrypted (requiring a subscription with an operator) channel reception; it can also receive all High Deﬁnition channels with a superior image quality. For the use and installation, please read the following instructions and installation materials carefully.

2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

n Before using this product please read this manual carefully and follow exactly all installation,

mounting & orientation instructions.

n All the instructions should be followed in order to avoid any technical problems. n Any electric or magnetic ﬁeld close to the SlimSat SA60 may cause a bad reception or even cut

off the signal completely.

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

void the warranty.

n Any obstacle (buildings, trees, etc....) will block the reception of the signal from the satellite to the antenna.

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

signal from the satellite.

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

decrease the quality of the signal.

n The use non- isolated jacks will result in a loss of the signal level. n For an optimum signal reception please use the Attenuation Thin Pad for the ﬁrst installation.

(for more details, please refer to chapter 3.5)

n Do not forget to adjust the antenna and the bracket to the cross-polarity (skew angle please refer

to chapter 3.4 step 4).

n Tighten all the screws of the antenna once you have ﬁnished the adjustments. n This product contains one universal LNB, it is forbidden to add, change or modify the LNB. n 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.

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3.0 HOW TO INSTALL?

By following the instructions step by step you can proceed easily to install SlimSat SA60 by yourself or with the help of a professional antenna installer.

Before installing your antenna, you check that SlimSat SA60 box contains all the items listed above in the ‘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 SA60 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 SA60 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 an 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 SA60 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 SA60 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

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Good Quality Signal Reception

3.2 Step 2: Installation Choice

Depending on the choice of installation position for the SlimSat SA60, you can then decide on the mounting type, all parts are included

A) Table Stand type

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B) Wall Mounting Type

C) Clamp on Balcony Type

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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 connect the cable to the antenna and the set top box?

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

3.4 Step 4: Pointing and locating the Signal (ﬁrst without Attenuation Thin Pad)

Once all installed and connected, you can start adjusting your antenna in order to receive a signal. For that, you will need to move your antenna in three different ways in order to receive the maximum signal level & best reception quality. Whatever your choice of mount type, you will be able to adjust your antenna easily by following these instructions.

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Note: To adjust the antenna with precision and to allow a good reception (even in bad weather), professional

installers use a “signal meter”. This indicates the level of signal strength received. Only the use of this measuring device guarantees an optimum adjustment.

A- Cross Polarisation (Skew Angle): Obtain the Skew Angle of the chosen satellite, from the lists in this manual which cover many European countries & big cities). Tilt your antenna to the speciﬁed degree by looking to the degree graduation located on the back of the antenna bracket. Once achieved, tighten both screws connecting the Skew Bracket (B1) to the Antenna Body (A1).

B- Elevation Angle:

Then obtain the Elevation angle according to the area location of the chosen satellite on the lists in this manual. Then move your antenna up or down according to the angle, (you may use the graduated surface of the bracket in order to make sure that you are on the right position. Once achieved, tighten your elevation nuts on the Angle Bracket (B2), this is a preliminary adjustment which you may have to ﬁne tune later by using the pointing menu on the TV. You may do a ﬁne tuning for the elevation angle by following the peak signal level on your screen later on once all three points have been followed.

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