DSS System II (160-2531) Installation - Part 1 Faxback Doc. # 15581 MATERIALS NEEDED DURING INSTALLATION When you install the DSS dish, you will need the following materials. You can purchase the materials you need from any authorized DSS dealer, or your local electronics supplier or hardware store. Coaxial Cable You will need RG-6 coaxial cable with weatherproof "F" connectors at both ends to connect the LNB to the grounding block and connect the grounding block to the DSS receiver. If you route the coaxial cable through an interior wall and install a coaxial cable wall plate, you will need an additional piece of coaxial cable to connect the coaxial cable connector on the wall plate to the DSS receiver. Ground Wire You will need #8 aluminum or #10 copper ground wire to connect the grounding block to a ground rod and connect the ground bolt on the dish to a ground rod. NOTE: Do not splice ground wire. Purchase the correct length for each application. Grounding Block You will need a grounding block to ground the coaxial cable. TOOLS NEEDING DURING INSTALLATION To install the DSS dish, you will need the following tools: 7/16" and 1/2" open-end wrench. You can use an adjustable wrench, ratchet tool with 7/16" and 1/2" sockets, or hex nut tool. Do not use any type of pliers. The teeth of the pliers may damage the protective surface of the dish parts. Plumb line or bubble level. A plumb line is a piece of string, at least 2 feet long, with a small lead weight, a heavy nut or bolt tied to one end. Electric drill and drill bits Pencil Screwdrivers (phillips and flat-head) Compass Tools that are specific for the surface on which you mount the dish are listed in the sections that describe each of the mounting methods. PREINSTALLATION ACTIVITIES DANGER: AVOID POWER LINES! When following these instructions to install and connect the satellite antenna and connections, take extreme care to avoid contact with overhead power lines, lights and power circuits. Contact with power lines, lights, and circuits may be fatal. Before you install the dish, plan the entire installation carefully. 1. Find the satellite in relation to your house. 2. Identify potential mounting sites. 3. Identify potential mounting options. 4. Identify the cable requirements. 5. Select the mounting site. Step One: Find the Satellite in Relation to your House. The satellite is parked in a geostationary orbit over the equator, south of Texas, at the 101 degree west longitude position. NOTE: Residents in Alaska and Hawaii can not receive satellite signals. See your local authorized DSS dealer for specific information on satellite coverage. Step Two: Identify Potential Mounting Sites You have located the satellite and know the general direction in which the dish must point. Now, you can further refine your site selection. The southern view must be unobstructed, now and in the future. There can be no trees or structures between the DSS dish and the satellite. Therefore, take into consideration seasonal foliage, future growth of existing trees, possible remodeling or additions to your house, construction of other buildings, and changes in landscaping. WARNING: Do not install the dish near power lines, electric lights or power circuits. It is recommended that the dish be located more than 20 feet from overhead power lines. Step Three: Identify Potential Mounting Options There are several dish mounting options for you to consider. The one you choose depends on the site you selected. However, the structure on which you decide to mount the dish must be stable and secure. Even moderate winds can create several hundred pounds of force on the screws attaching the mounting foot to the structure. When you select potential mounting sites, review the following mounting considerations before you select the final site. MOUNTING THE DISH ON WOOD You can mount the dish on wood siding, on a deck or on the roof. However, use the roof mount only as a last resort. If you mount the dish on the side of the house, for a more secure mount, make sure you attach the dish's mounting foot to the studs under the siding. Take care when mounting the dish on asbestos or stucco siding because you can crack the siding. You can permanent damage the siding when you tighten the screws. Use a roof mount as a last resort because you can easily damage the roof and create leaks. If you decide to mount the DSS dish on the roof, proceed with caution. Remember to use the ladder according to the safety guidelines that came with the ladder. Roof Mount Considerations Make sure the roof provides an unobstructed view of the satellite Do not mount the dish on slate or shake shingles Do not mount the dish on an overhang Mount the DSS dish over the outer wall or over a rafter On a flat roof, do not mount the dish on a low place where water collects. Mounting the dish on a higher place helps ensure the silicone sealant effectively seals any holes you drill. The materials needed to mount the dish on a wood surface depend on the construction of the surface. Materials needed for: Hollow walls: (4) BB-1/4" togglers (4) 1/4-20 x 3" machine screws (4) 5/16" washers Wall studs or rafters: (2) 3" x 5/16" lag screws (2) 5/16" washers Solid wood surfaces: (4) 2" x 5/16" lag screws (4) 5/16" washers Tools needed: Plumb line or bubble level Screw driver 7/16" and 3/8" open-end wrench or an adjustable, hex nut or ratchet wrench Pencil Electric drill and a 1/2" or 7/32" high-speed bit for drilling into wood MOUNTING THE DISH ON BRICK, POURED CONCRETE OR CINDER BLOCK You can mount the dish on brick, poured concrete or cinder block. When you drill into brick, do not drill into the mortar between the bricks. Drilling into the mortar can damage the mortar and may cause the dish to be unstable. If you unsure whether drilling into the mortar or brick on your house will cause damage, consult a contractor. When you drill into the brick or poured concrete, you will need to drill a 1/2" hole at least 3" deep for the double expansion anchors and to accommodate the length of the machine screws. To make drilling easier, begin drilling with a smaller masonry drill bit, then switch to the 1/2" masonry drill bit. If your house is sided with brick veneer, make sure you locate the studs under the veneer so that you can securely attach the mounting foot to a stud. When you drill into cinder block, drill into a hollow space inside the cinder block wall. Then, use togglers to attach the dish to the cinder block. The materials needed to mount the dish on a brick, poured concrete or cinder block surface depend on the construction of the surface. Materials needed for: Brick or poured concrete: (4) B4015 or equivalent double- expansion anchors (4) 1/4-20 x 3" machine screws Cinder block: (2) togglers (2) 1/4-20 x 3" machine screws Tools needed: Plumb line or bubble level Screwdriver Hammer Pencil Electric drill and a 1/2" masonry bit for drilling into brick, poured concrete or cinder block. MOUNTING THE DISH ON A POLE You can mount the dish on a pole made from rust resistant metal pipe. One end of the pole is embedded in concrete and buried in the ground. Before you start a pole mount, make sure that you consider future landscaping, gardens, pools or additions to your house. If you mount the dish on a pole beside your house, determine the height you want the dish. Then add three feet to accommodate the portion of the pole that will be buried below ground. Also you may need to increase the length to make sure the bottom of the pole is at least 6 inches below the front line in your area. To find out the depth of the front line in your area, call your local agricultural extension office. Make sure the pole you purchase is rust resistant. CAUTION: Before you dig, call your local utility company and phone company for help in locating underground utility lines, phone lines or sprinkler systems. Also, consider the soil conditions in the mounting location. Do not install the pole in wet or marshy areas because the cement may not cure correctly and the pole may become unstable. If the ground is rocky or extremely hard, you may not be able to dig a hole that is at least 3 feet deep, the required depth. If the length of the pipe above ground is too long, the dish may be unstable in windy weather. However you can install guy wires to increase the stability. To Prepare the Metal Pole Drill a 1/4" hole into the pole approximately one foot from the top. This hole is used for the zinc-plated 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" bolt, 1/4" star washer and 1/4" nut that attach the ground wire to the pole. Cut the end of the pole that is to be buried at an angle to prevent the pipe from moving in the cement. If you choose to mount the dish on a pole, you will need the following materials and tools. Materials needed: 1 1/2" rust resistant metal pipe the length that you need 1/4-20 x 1 3/4" zinc-plated bolt with 1/4" nut and 1/4" star washer Quick-drying cement Four guy wires and stakes Tools needed: Plumb line or bubble level Shovel or posthole digger Hack saw Adjustable wrench MOUNTING THE DISH ON A CHIMNEY Use the chimney mount only if you can not locate a good mounting site on the side of the house, on the deck or patio, or on a pole next to the house. High winds can put great strain on the mounting and chimney if the dish is mounted improperly. Make sure that the chimney is sturdy and in good condition. Also, make sure the dish is properly mounted using a chimney mount kit so the dish and the chimney can withstand any strain from high winds. You can purchase a chimney mount kit from the local electronics supplier or hardware store. Also, you can purchase the specially designed DSS Chimney Mount Kit from your authorized DSS dealer. Make sure the chimney provides an unobstructed view of the satellite location. The chimney should be tall enough that the top of the dish does not extend above the top of the chimney. This prevents damage to the dish from heat and soot. If you choose to mount the dish on the chimney, you will need the following material and tools. Materials: Chimney mount kit Tools: Plumb line or bubble level Adjustable wrench For more information, continue to Installation - Part 2 (Faxback Doc. #15840) and Installation - Part 3 (Faxback Doc. #15841). (TE/all-07/10/95)