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  1. thauge

    n00b: Polar/HH Mount vs. Azimuth and Elevation??

    I've looked into Winegard, and have a antenna combiner from them for my TV antenna rig. If they had something in the 1.2 meter range, I'd probably snag it since it's an Iowa based company. From what I've learned here, I'll probably not go with a az/el mount since there really is no reason for...
  2. thauge

    n00b: Polar/HH Mount vs. Azimuth and Elevation??

    Ahh, ok, now you are speaking something I know about. ;) Can't go 10 years in EMS/Fire and not pick up radio stuff. I've been looking into amateur radio as well, but wanted to square away the entertainment options first. Any recommendations for a 1+ meter dish? I know Winegard makes a 1...
  3. thauge

    n00b: Polar/HH Mount vs. Azimuth and Elevation??

    Fortunately, my deck is south facing. So, if my math is correct, I should be able to hit about every geosynchronous bird available in my geographical area (South Central Iowa) with a good single axis motor and positioner, correct? Aren't there some non geo-sat LEO birds transmitting stuff too...
  4. thauge

    n00b: Polar/HH Mount vs. Azimuth and Elevation??

    So, I'm planning out a FTA setup for my apartment and am looking into 1 meter+ antennas for it. Me being a complete n00b to satellite but an control and feature obsessed IT professional, what would be the best motorized mount for my antenna? I'm sure a polar or HH mount would meet most if not...