Log in
Register
Menu
Log in
Register
Home
What's new
Latest activity
Authors
Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
Latest activity
Members
Current visitors
New posts
Search forums
Menu
Log in
Register
Install the app
Install
Forums
Satellite TV receivers & systems support forums
DISH SETUP: Single sat, Multi-Sat & Motorised
Another motor dish set-up problem
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="Lazarus" data-source="post: 635334" data-attributes="member: 323322"><p>If you are using USALS, it is perfectly possible to use any Satellite position as the algorithm merely requires a single point on the arc to be fixed: BUT, this does mean you need to be doubly sure the mount is plumb and the mechanical assembly is spot on - if not, it makes it somewhat more difficult to diagnose tracking errors than if you use your South Satellite (There is a pleasing symmetry about using the Satellite nearest motor zero and at maximum elevation).</p><p></p><p>Clearly, doing as you've done, and checking other Satellites straight away is de rigeur: In fact, having set up on any strong Satellite, it is a good idea to check a couple of weaker ones to fine tune alignment even further - In general, you don't need to be quite so precise to get the strong ones, so it can be the case that you are up to half a degree or so out in Azimuth: When you go to a weak Satellite, that half degree could represent a total miss!</p><p></p><p>Given that you've had a go at Thor, now try some of the weaker TPs on eg 16E, 23.5E, which would benefit from fine tuning that size dish. And don't forget to check the ends of the arc too.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Lazarus, post: 635334, member: 323322"] If you are using USALS, it is perfectly possible to use any Satellite position as the algorithm merely requires a single point on the arc to be fixed: BUT, this does mean you need to be doubly sure the mount is plumb and the mechanical assembly is spot on - if not, it makes it somewhat more difficult to diagnose tracking errors than if you use your South Satellite (There is a pleasing symmetry about using the Satellite nearest motor zero and at maximum elevation). Clearly, doing as you've done, and checking other Satellites straight away is de rigeur: In fact, having set up on any strong Satellite, it is a good idea to check a couple of weaker ones to fine tune alignment even further - In general, you don't need to be quite so precise to get the strong ones, so it can be the case that you are up to half a degree or so out in Azimuth: When you go to a weak Satellite, that half degree could represent a total miss! Given that you've had a go at Thor, now try some of the weaker TPs on eg 16E, 23.5E, which would benefit from fine tuning that size dish. And don't forget to check the ends of the arc too. [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Post reply
Forums
Satellite TV receivers & systems support forums
DISH SETUP: Single sat, Multi-Sat & Motorised
Another motor dish set-up problem
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…
Top