Developed an LNB fault already :(

[Mickha]

Try some of the weaker channels on 1W, 12476 H 27800, they are part of the Canal Digital package so you will not get a picture unless you have a Diablo Cam or an MII card but the readings will be interesting.
Check this thread as some reports have been filed using the 85cm penta version:
http://www.satellites.co.uk/satelli...o-penta-85cm-reception-@-55-north-8-west.html

 

[satelliteman]

Can get some close ups when I've tuned in all my stats again. Is there an easier way to do this rather than have to do it manually every time?

Switch to USALS if your receiver supports it

 

[kroc_kroc]

Things are going from bad to worse

The arc seems out – can't get 1W or anything past 4.8E

I've given up up my installer so I'm going to get someone else in to sort this out. Went up the ladder to check how vertical the pole is and with 2 spirit levels it looks out (used 2 'cause I couldn't believe it was not vertical (thought the spirit level was faulty)). Not only that but the pole is warped at the bottom and top due to the brackets being tightened too tight. My builder mate has confirmed that the screws he's used are wrong and need to get some new ones asap (can't remember the name he suggested).

It's definitely going to have to come down

 

[satelliteman]

Can't get the staff these days, LOL ........and recommended from your supplier

The wall fixings are called M8's OR M10's SHEILD ANCHORS

SatMan

 

[kroc_kroc]

I'm very happy with my new installation – can get everything now from 42E to 30W – installer used USUALS – what a breeze. Will post some pics soon so it can get slagged off again

Can't believe the things he said the other installer did wrong – he asked was it his first motorised installation.

Mickha – with my new installation (same equipment) the signal strength from 1W, 12476 H 27800 is: 63% – is this good/bad? Weather was/is nasty when I took these readings.

 

[Topper]

Mickha – with my new installation (same equipment) the signal strength from 1W, 12476 H 27800 is: 63% – is this good/bad? Weather was/is nasty when I took these readings.

I think you have to be happy with that seeing as you are outside the footprint shown here for the Nordic beam fringe reception is very hit and miss but being in London appears to be a hit for you at least

 

[satelliteman]

Kroc Kroc,

I'm sure it's been done correctly this time but only the pictures can tell LOL

I did give you some comments on the original install but as you asked... they had to be pointed out fella.

SM