All, thank you for the clarifications re the meter configuration and the elevation nut. Just knew this was the right place to come crying for help to! I live 30 miles from GS, the settings are not exactly the same as home but close...

Last question - not having any luck w/ the downloading of the Ka/Ku settings to the old Birddog yet-possible I also need a new RJ11-9 Pin Serial cable as well and will try that also - so was wondering if its worth investing in the new Birdog /Super Buddy or as a cheaper option the Accutrac III. I know its another $500 for the Birddog but maybe its worth it just to be able to check the LNB health? Does the SuperBuddy do that?