Recent content by Tom J

There seems to be numerous negative comments concerning the protection plan. I understand that it’s a high pressure sell and is almost certainly pure profit for DTV. I’m left to wonder what do I actually get out of it? Many of the “features” seem to be things DTV would cover regardless. (I.E...

Thanks Joe, the ground block close to the ground bond makes sense. What is normally run from the dish to the ground block, single or dual coax? (for SWiM)

I understand the reason for a service loop at the LNB. Are either of these methods acceptable? About the right size?

EXCELLENT info, thanks. Yikes, $76 for 80’ of #6 stranded THHN and $12 for the 8’ rod and clamp. Good to hear. But doesn’t a custom install cost more?

My understanding is that back-bonding or a supplemental ground is my only choice here. The wall that this is mounted on is the garage and there isn't an existing (exposed) grounding source within 20' The service ground is original, 1976 Joe, I assumed the ground block would be located up...

Either the rim joist or the top plate above the studs. It's solid.

The title of this photo is "2004 "temporary" install with invisible ground"

I spent A LOT of time determining where the studs and rim joists were. I then laid the whole thing out horizontally, clamping it to my kitchen table and transferred the dimensions to the wall using levels. I hoped that I would at least be close when it was assembled. I was very surprised when...

Joe, I started a new thread that explains my interest in the SPIG http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/323750-Tom-s-excellent-install-adventure

Backstory: I’m a nine-year DTV customer still using a triple LNB and HR10-250’s. I thought I might join modern society and upgrade to a Genie with three clients. I expect that I’ll be offered a free upgrade w/ installation, however, I want to install (mount) the dish myself. I plan on having the...

I have Version 3 (08/02/2011) How can I get a copy of the latest? Tom J

Thanks guys, those are some comprehensive examples!!!

I've read numerous posts that refer to a DirecTV QC inspection after the install. Just curious what this entails. Tom J

Even though you replaced all your connectors, the improvement in SS likely came from replacing just the connectors exposed to the weather. I'll bet that if you had replaced just the outside crimp connectors with new crimp connectors you likely would have the same positive result. Nevertheless...

I agree with the overload suggestions. If attenuators don't work there may be another issue. If you are 1.1 miles away, you are likely outside of the antenna pattern and in an area where there is no direct signal. Your statement that you can get all your stations with rabbit ears, but not all at...