Installation guide

Glossary 133
GLOSSARY
A Alignment
The process of adjusting the satellite dish to receive the strongest satellite signal.
Azimuth
Left and right adjustments to your satellite dish. Technically, the degrees of rotation on a
compass, measured in a clockwise direction from true North. This information can be used
to determine the location of the satellite's relative position to your home and help you to
point the dish towards the satellite.
B Bullet Amplifier
Small device used to increase signal power and offset signal loss caused by coaxial cable and
splitting devices.
C
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CATV
Community Antenna Television.
Coaxial Cable
A type of cable used to transmit high frequency signals. High-bandwidth cable that carries
the satellite signal from the LNB to the DSS Receiver. The DSS system uses RG-6 cable to
connect the satellite dish and the DSS Receiver.
CONUS
Abbreviation for Continental United States.
DBS
Direct Broadcast Satellite
Dish
The part of the satellite dish antenna that collects, reflects, and focuses the satellite signal
into the LNB.
Drip Loop
Several inches of slack in a cables that prevents water from collecting on the cable or run-
ning along the surface of the cable. A drip loop between the LNB and then entry point in to
the building also allows some free movement of the dish while adjusting it.
DSS
Digital Satellite System.
DSS Receiver
Receives, processes, and converts the satellite signal into and picture and sound.