What Is Startimes dish?
Startimes satellite TV or Dish Startimes is very desirable to many is the multitude collection of world-class interesting channels (TV and radio)
How To Install Startimes dish In Uganda
We decided to come up with a complete DIY guide for installing or setting up a satellite dish & decoder for DSTV, MyTV, Multi TV & etcetera by following after a simple tut.
This idea was birthed after we recently installed one for a student who complained of having not even half our installation fees.
We concluded that a guide like this can help a lot of persons install their satellite dishes without a bug of any kind.
Following this guide step by step will help you install and set up your satellite Tv dishes without the usual missing channels, poor signal, and related issues that happen as a result of low technical know-how for installing satellite dishes.
We strongly advise you to ignore this if you have a phobia of learning new stuff or not a big fan of do-it-yourself (DIY) guides.
It can come in handy for new installations, adjusting dish positions, or when relocating to a remote area.
Tools Needed Install Startimes dish
- The Satellite dish and components (ie. Reflector, Lnbf, and Decoder. They are usually sold together).
- A good hammer.
- 4 Pieces of 3-inches nail
- I packet of cable clips (the one with nails)
- 10/13, and 14/15 combination, flat or ring spanner(s)
- A cutter (or electric pliers)
- A Black Solution Tape (sellotape).
- A Screwdriver
- F connectors (a minimum of 2) and Coaxial cables
- A 4663x or 4669x Strong decoder (special digital satellite signal meters for installation can come in handy for this, but we used a strong decoder and so will be using it for references throughout this tutorial). You can buy cheap digital satellite signal finding meters online.
Extra Tools For Install Startimes dish
This part is necessary if you are going to use a pipe and not the house roof, wall, or wooden fetcher board before the roof.The pipe must be fixed on an open space without trees and/or other hindrances. Below is the tools necessary for mounting your satellite dish in an open space outside the building or with a longer pipe.
- A cup of Cement mixed with stones
- a trowel
- Cutlass or shovel (for digging of the hole)
- A paint of sand and a bucket of water
The Installation Process
After unpacking the antenna from its pack, first of all take caution not to misplace even the smallest of these items as they perform unique functions in the installation procedure.Insert the long pole-end through the antenna hole and tighten the antenna rolling screws firmly until the pole laps tightly on the antenna back hole.
The connection cable wire has a screw end which you are expected to connect to the circuit box of the antenna facing down. Screw in the wire and ensure it goes in tightly.
Insulate the wire screw end with a water-proof masking tape.
This is to prevent moisture contact which causes rusting.
Tie the cable wire gently but firmly to the pole. This ensures that the wire does not sway its weight down and disengage from the antenna circuit box when the pole is lifted up.
The Process Steps For Installing Startimes dish
Ensure the pole is raised high above any other obstruction like the roof of your building, electric power wires and trees.
Your Startimes antenna must face relatively towards the transmission mast nearest to your locality. You can find out where the transmission mast is stationed by asking dealer offices around you.
Thereafter, connect the other end of your cable wire to the “ANTENNA IN” port behind your Startimes digital decoder. Switch ON your decoder, run a scan and enjoy the thrilling view of the super digital collection of Startimes pay-tv service.
Installing Startimes digital TV decoder and antenna is very easy and with the step by step approach, we hope it’s even been made easier. If you encounter any problems in the process, you can consult your local dealers for expert advice.
Which direction does StarTimes dish face?
Ensure the pole is raised high above any other obstruction like the roof of your building, electric power wires and trees. Your Startimes antenna must face relatively towards the transmission mast nearest to your locality.
How do I check my StarTimes signal?
To check the “Signal Status”: Press Menu>System Setting>Signal Status. (On your remote button) Check the following. Signal Strength more than 40.