Installation guide

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Optional accessories are items that may be required for an installation but not included
in the basic installation guidelines. Therefore, cost of these items can be passed on to
the customer. Some example of optional accessories are:
• 12' AN cables. There may be several types of cables required: stereo audio cables,
video, and S-video.
• Telephone accessories. These accessories include a telephone extension cable
and/or modular telephone connectors (in-line and T).
• Antenna system parts. Included in this category are indoor and outdoor antennas,
in-line signal amplifiers, and signal combiners.
• AC and telephone surge protectors.
The tools required to complete a basic installation include:
• Drill and bits. Depending on the installation site, it may be necessary to use
masonry bits.
• Assorted hand tools. These tools include pliers, wire cutters, hammer, flashlight,
screwdrivers, etc.. These tools should also include coax cable strippers and
crimping tools for the installation of "F' fittings on cable.
• Compass.
• Ladder. The length of this ladder must be enough to reach attics and roof tops as
required for the installation. It is recommended that a fiberglass ladder be used.
• Cleaning equipment. This equipment should be enough to clean the debris
resulting from the installation of the dish. Items in this list include a broom, dust
pan, hand held vacuum cleaner, rags, and some type of cleaner.
Once the site survey is finished and the materials gathered, the installation of the
system can begin. After reading this, it may appear as though the site survey requires
too much time to do. Once you are experienced with doing site surveys, the whole
process should not take over 15 minutes. Once the site survey is finished and the
installation starts, you'll find that the steps taken during the site survey will save you
both work and time.