Sony SAN-18D1, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Satellite Antenna for SAT A 1 and SAT B1 Satellite Receivers Installation Manual IIIUI_ IATI_ I_lll SAN 18D1 SAN 18S1 0 1995 by Sony Corporation ...

Page 2: ...ntenna in rainy or windy conditions _1 Do not install the antenna where it can be bumped or jarred because this might cause bodily injury and damage the antenna O Installation on aluminum or vinyl siding is not recommended O Installation on composite materials is not recommended 0 Installation on a chimney should be used only when no other locations are available O Ground the antenna and cables to...

Page 3: ...ation Locating the Satellite 10 Choosing an Installation Site 13 Installing the Antenna Installing the Mast or a Pole 16 Installing the Antenna 31 Installing the Cables 33 Aiming the Anterma 36 Grounding the Antenna and Cables 43 Other Information National Electrical Code 48 Specifications 50 Limited Warranty 51 Glossary 53 Index 55 3 ...

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Page 5: ...Introducing the Satellite Antenna This chapter introduces the satellite antenna The sections covered in this chapter are Q Welcome 6 Q Installation Overview 7 _1 Unpacking the Satellite Antenna 8 ...

Page 6: ...l entertainment experience This installation manual is provided to help you plan and complete the installation of your satellite antenna The step by step instructions are organized in sequential order for your convenience Read through the entire manual once before you attempt to install the antenna SONY 0 6 Chapter 1 Welcome ...

Page 7: ...brand Digital Satellite System DSS If you decide to install the antenna yourself use this manual to help you plan and complete the installation To further assist you Sony has an Installation Kit which is sold separately The kit contains an installation video and an assortment of cables bolts grounding supplies and other items needed for most installations Installation Kit contents 1 RG 6 coaxialca...

Page 8: ... output or an SAN 18D1 dual output satellite antenna SAN 18S1 Reflector Mast Base Plate O0 Snap in Cable Guides 0 LNB with Single Output LNB Support Arm Weatherboot SAN 18DI Reflector Mast Base Plate dSd5 Snap in Cable Guides O0 LNB with Dual Output LNB Support Arm Weatherboots 8 Chapter 1 Unpacking the Satellite Antenna ...

Page 9: ... Antenna Location This chapter contains instructions for selecting a location to install the satellite antenna The sections covered in this chapter are 3 Locating the SateLlite 10 Q Choosing an Installation Site 13 ...

Page 10: ...mate the directional coordinates of the DSS satellite You may also obtain the coordinates by using the on screen zip code or latitude longitude features described on pages 36 38 Magnetic North Azimuth 130 140 150 160 _ 170 180 _ 190 200 _ 210 220 _ 230 240 30 35 c 4_ _o u_ 45o 5_ 1 Find your location on the map 2 Use the azimuth and elevation markings on the top and side of the map to estimate the...

Page 11: ...ucted view of the satellite 1 Take a compass outdoors Hold it level to allow the needle to rotate freely 2 Rotate the compass until the dial aligns with the magnetic needle which is pointing North 3 The compass dial has numbers ranging from 0 to 360 Find the azimuth coordinate you recorded on the previous page on the compass dial Azimuth 4 Look in the direction of the azimuth The satellite is loca...

Page 12: ...n unobstructed view of the satellite 1 Locate three reference points to help you estimate the location of the satellite 121 0 located at the horizon in front of you D 90 located directly above you CI 45 located midway between 0 and 90 2 Use the elevation coordinate you recorded on page 10 and these three reference points to estimate the elevation of the satellite 60 Satellite 45 2s _ 90 0 a _ You ...

Page 13: ... or jarred by people furniture doors or pets Also avoid installing under gutters due to the possibility of icicles or ice buildup Simplify the installation try to avoid an installation that requires the use of a ladder Choose a sturdy site windy conditions can generate several hundred pounds of pressure on the base plate To avoid problems choose an installation site that is structurally sound and ...

Page 14: ... instructions for installing the antenna on several surfaces Metal Pole Q Wood Brick Q Cinder Block Read through the rest of the manual before you begin installing the antenna Planning the installation will save you time and help you avoid mistakes 14 Chapter 2 Choosing an InstallaUon Site ...

Page 15: ...structions for installing aiming and grounding the antenna The sections covered in this chapter are _1 Installing the Mast or a Pole 16 Installing the Antenna 31 Q Installing the Cables 33 Aiming the Antenna 36 _1 Grounding the Antenna and Cables 43 ...

Page 16: ...tsthe installationand materialspecifications listed in this chapter You do not need the mast provided with the antenna for this installation However you should store the mast in case you decide to relocate the antenna at a later date The antenna can be mounted directly onto a metal pole in your yard The metal pole should be installed in soi conditions that provide a firm foundation Do not install ...

Page 17: ...ur local utility companies for help locating underground utility lines Do not install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people furniture doors or pets Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions Note Bury the pole 6 below thefrost lineif youlive in an areathat experiences freezing temperatures Installation instructions 1 Dig a hole at least 8 in diameter and 36 dee...

Page 18: ...the hole 5 Hold the pole upright and level it with a bubble level Place the level along the side of the pole and take at least two readings 90 at right angles from each other The pole must be vertically level to aim the antenna properly _Metal Pole 90o _ _ Level the Pole _ at Right Angles Side View Top View 6 Secure the pole with guy wires or wooden braces while the cement is drying 7 Check to mak...

Page 19: ...nded Deck railing or floor Roof Installation on wooden roof and rafter under asphalt shingles only Do not install the antenna on composite materials unless a wall stud or rafter can be located behind the surface These wood products are not strong enough by themselves to secure the antenna properly The materials to avoid are Q Strand Board rl Chip Board Q Fiberboard Particleboard continued Chapter ...

Page 20: ...nna where it could be bumped or jarred by people furniture doors or pets Do not attempt any installation in rainy or windy conditions Installation instructions 1 Choose a secure location to install the base plate UI Side of your house find a wall stud on which you can secure the base plate Wall studs can be located by a vertical line of nails where siding is attached to the house or with a stud fi...

Page 21: ...to the rafters Do not mount the mast on a roof overhang where there are no rafters Outside Holes 4 5 16 x 2 Lag Screws parallel to Roof Pitch Center Holes N 2 1 4 x 3 Lag Fascia _ Board Transfer Measurement to Roof 2 Position the two center holes of the base plate over a stud or rafter and hold the base plate in position Stud or Rafter I _ Center Hole 1_ Outside Hole Ho e I I I I I I continued Cha...

Page 22: ... in a vertical position B Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two readings 90 apart from each other C Tighten the pivot bolt and adjustment nut D Use wooden shims to correct any alignment problems If shims will not correct the problem look for another location to mount the antenna Level Pivot Bolt Mast Adjustment Nut ea side Mast 90o_ Level the Mast 1 at Right Angles Side View ...

Page 23: ...ve the base plate and drill pilot holes for the remaining screws O Four outside holes drill 3 16 x 2 holes O Lower center hole drill a 1 8 x 3 hole 10 Apply silicon sealant to all six pilot holes and around the bottom edge of the base plate where it makes contact with your house before bolting it down tight This will prevent water seepage IL_ Stud or Rafter I Sealant 11 Bolt the base plate into po...

Page 24: ...s installation Double expansion anchors 4 Hammer Level Machine screws 4 1 4 20 x 3 Masonry drill bit 1 2 Pencil Power drill Washers 4 s 16 Wrench Gls Included in the Installation Kit Warning Do not install the antenna near power lines Caution Do not install the antenna on stucco or imitation masonry unless the base is made of cinder block or brick Do not install the antenna where it could be bumpe...

Page 25: ...e 3 Use a level to determine whether the mast can be vertically aligned before you drill any holes Level Nuts ea side 90o X_ _ Level the Mast 1 at Right Angles Side View Top View A Loosen the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts which connect the bottom of the mast to the base plate and align the mast in a vertical position B Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two readings 90 apart ...

Page 26: ...th the wall Brick Surface 3 Depth mini Double Anchor Note It is not necessary to bolt the two center holes in this procedure Brick Side View 7 Use a 1 4 20 x 3 machine screw to attach the base plate to the anchor Do not tighten too securely to allow for adjustment 8 Check to make sure the mast is still level 9 Mark the remaining three outer holes and repeat steps 5 through 8 10 Tighten all four sc...

Page 27: ...owing tools and materials for this installation Hammer Level Machine screws 4 4 20 x 3 Masom y drill bit 1 2 Pencil Power drill Togglers 4 Washers 4 Vi Wrench 3 8 Included in the Installation Kit _ Wamin9 Do not install the antenna near power lines _Caution Do not install the antenna where it could be bumped or jarred by people furniture doors or pets Do not attempt any installation in rainy or wi...

Page 28: ... Tap the cinder blocks with a hammer to find the hollow center cores 16 Three Core 16_ Two Core 8 Two Core 3 Position the four outer holes of the base plate over the hollow center cores of the cinder block and hold the base plate in position Outside Holes 4 1 4 20 x 3 Machine Screws _ 28 Chapter 3 Installing the Mast or a Pole ...

Page 29: ...o the base plate and align the mast in a vertical position B Place the level along the top part of the mast and take two readings 90 apart from each other C Tighten the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts 5 Mark the upper left hole of the base plate with the pencil 6 Remove the mast and drill a l f hole 7 Install a toggler A Fold the metal channel fiat against the toggler and insert it into the hole un...

Page 30: ...ng the center perforation and push the two halves away from each other Push them toward the wall until they break at the plastic cap Break 8 Use a 1 4 20 x 3 machine screw to attach the mast to the cinder block Do not tighten the screw too securely to allow for adjustment 9 Check to make sure the mast is still level 10 Mark the remaining three outer holes and repeat steps 6 through 9 11 Tighten al...

Page 31: ...mble the antenna by bolting the LNB support arm onto the reflector Reflector Bracket _ __ 1 Place the end of the LNB support arm against the back of the reflector bracket and align the two screw holes 2 Screw the two machine screws in the LNB support ann into the reflector brackot and tight_ evenly torque 36 45 lb in Do not overtighten The antenna is assembled and is now ready to be mounted on the...

Page 32: ...ure the antenna tilts freely before securing the bolts 1 Loosen the two screws that attach the mast clamp to the reflector bracket 2 Lower the antenna onto the mast or pole until it rests against the metal stop 3 Tighten the two clamp screws evenly Do not over tighten because they will need to be loosened when you aim the antenna The antenna is now in place and is ready to have cables attached Fol...

Page 33: ...ax_l cablemust be used Other cablesmay reducesignal quality and signal strength The antenna is connected to the receiver with two RG 6 coaxial cables The first cable you install connects the antenna to the grounding block at the side of your house 1 Attach an RG 6 coaxial cable with a weatherproof rubber boot to the LNB torque 18 lb in The weatherproof boot should fit snugly against the LNB Attach...

Page 34: ...s by wrapping them in tape _i Coaxial Cable Mounting Screw Block Note Drip loops prevent water from leaking into the grounding block 6 Route the cable from the antenna to the grounding block Take the most direct route and avoid these problems _ Do not place the cable where it can be damaged by lawn mowers people or pets Q Do not bend the cable beyond its normal flexib flity _ Do not sever the cabl...

Page 35: ...Drill Thru __ To Receiver Drip Loop Grounding Block 3 Drill a s 8 hole through the exterior wall near the spot where the receiver will be located 4 Wrap the end of the cable with tape to protect the center conductor and feed it through the wall into your house 5 Unwrap the tape and check the connector to be sure the center conductor is straight and undamaged Note You can install a wall plate insid...

Page 36: ... instructions for complete connection information Connect the antenna to the satellite receiver to fine tune the aim of the antenna 1 Turn off both the TV and _ceiver and unplug the receiver s AC cord 2 Connect the RG 6 coaxial cable from the satellite antenna to the SATELLITE IN jack on the back of the receiver RG 6 Coaxial Cable FromSatellite Antenna II II _ T n illllllllt o o t CoaxialCable l T...

Page 37: ...IN MENU screen _y E _ 8 Select SYSTEM MENU Press the tt and _ and the and buttons on the remote contro to highlight and press 4 to select SYSTEM MENU MAIN MENU SELECT IMASI1ER _ DE 1 GUIDE MOVIES _m 4 IExrr Ol tER CUSTOM GU DES 7 GUIDE 11SELECI 2 Iu_ 3 l IMO Es I 511 usT 61 9 Sele t INSTALLATION MENU 10 Select SET UP ANTENNA INSTALLATION MENU AII_sCEcARD 2 cont_ued Chapter3 Aimingthe Antenna 37 ...

Page 38: ...the bottom of the screen Select RETURN ENTER ZIP CODE Useyour _ code to he_ locke Ute _mtrth and elev tJcm nBDnD A_ nmll_l 137 _ EleYa _of146 degrees Note The azimuth and elevation for Los Angeles are repre _mted in this illust_tian 13 Your azimuth and elevation are also displayed at the bottom of the SET UP ANTENNA screen Above the azimuth and elevation is the Signal Strength Meter you will use t...

Page 39: ...Loosen the four adjustment bolts on the back of the antenna 2 Set the elevation pointer to the correct elevation heading ustment Bolts ea side Elevation Pointer Note Use the compass toJind the antenna heading 3 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten you will need to loosen them later to fine tune the antenna 4 Loosen the two mounting bolts that hold the antenna onto the mast or pole 5 Point the a...

Page 40: ... weak the picture will freeze Rain and snow can reduce the signal strength so optimizing the signal strength will help to eliminate their affect Use the Signal Seeker to fine tune the aim of the antenna The Signal Seeker light blinks slowly when the antenna is receiving a weak signal and blinks faster as the signal grows stronger Note TheSignal Seekerwill only work when the on screensignalstrength...

Page 41: ...tenna 4 To fine tune the elevation loosen the four adjustment bolts on the back of the antenna 5 Gently tilt the antenna up and down until the Signal Seeker gives the fastest blink Adjustment Bolts ea side r J Signal Seeker 6 Secure the bolts but do not overtighten you will need to loosen them later to further fine tune the antenna 7 Fine tune the azimuth once again using steps 1 3 continued Chapt...

Page 42: ...t receive a signal strength of lO0 Different areas of the country may receive different peak levels This is normal Q Position the TV so you can see the screen from the antenna l Adjust the azimuth by loosening the two mounting bolts that secure the antenna to the mast or pole 2 Slowly move the antenna side to side until you find the strongest signal 3 Tighten the mounting bolts torque 36 45 lb in ...

Page 43: ...und the antenna and cables Grounding rod 8 ft Grounding strap Grounding wire 30 ft Ladder Phillips screwdriver Sledgehammer Included in the Installation Kit Grounding the Antenna Ground the antenna to protect it from possible damage from unwanted electrical charges From Base Plate Grounding Wire Grounding Grounding Rod 1 Install a grounding rod as close to the mast or pole as possible The rod shou...

Page 44: ...ing Metal Pole Mounting Foot 3 Attach one end of a 10 copper grounding wire to the mast or pole by looping the bare wire two turns around the grounding screw or grounding strap 4 Tighten the screw or strap until the wire is secure 5 Route the other end of the grounding wire to the grounding rod in a straight and direct path 6 Connect the grounding wire to the grounding rod using a grounding strap ...

Page 45: ...rounding Rod _ _ 8 5 8 Drill Thru I mtan a grounding rod as close to the grounding block as possible The rod should be 8 feet long and driven 8 feet into the ground Any deviation from these specifications must conform to the National Electrical Code and local code requirements 2 Attach a 10 copper grounding wire to the grounding block by inserting one end of the bare wire into the grounding wire t...

Page 46: ...grounding rod using the grounding strap Install the strap above ground unless it is designed for underground use From Antenna jTo e e ve Or uoO ngW re _ _ Groundinc Rod _ Grounding Strap 8 L i_ LI If Ii I I I I I Congratulations The antenna and cables are grounded and you have completed the antenna installation Refer now to the manual you received with your Sony Digital Satellite Receiver to learn...

Page 47: ...Other Information The sections covered in this appendix are 0 National Electrical Code 48 0 Specifications 50 Limited Warranty 51 O Glossary 53 0 Index 55 ...

Page 48: ... of connection of the grounding electrode conductor and the bonding conductors Continuity of the grounding path or the bonding connection to interior piping shall not rely on water meters A metal underground water pipe shall be supplemented by an additional electrode of a type specified in Section 250 81 or in Section 250 83 The supplemental electrode shall be permitted to be bonded to the groundi...

Page 49: ...be permitted to be directly attached to the surface wired over without the use of insulating supports d Mechanical Protection The grounding conductor shall be protected where exposed to physical damage or the size of the grounding conductors shall be increased proportionately to compensate for the lack of protection el Run in Straight Line The grounding conductor for an antenna mast or antenna dis...

Page 50: ...5 14 0 V for RHCP DC 16 0 19 0 V for LHCP 468 mm 18 4 in 648 mm 25 5 in 678 mm 26 6 in 3 5 kg 7 lbs 10 oz Supplied Accessories Snap in Cable Guides Weatherboot Optional Accessories InstallaUon Kit Amplifier Diplexer Voltage Switch Multi Room AV Distribution Sytem Universal Remote Commander Coaxial Cable 25 Coaxial Cable 75 Flat Cable 2 pcs 1 pc SAN 18S1 2 pcs SAN 18D1 ANJ DS1 EAC DA1 EAC DD1 EAC D...

Page 51: ...acility Please see the following page for the number to call to locate the closest facility This warranty does not cover customer instruction installation set up adjustments or signal reception problems This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product including the antenna This...

Page 52: ...e date of sale the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state For your convenience SONY ELECTRONICS INC has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you For service assistance or resolution of a service p...

Page 53: ...nting surface C Composite Materials Wood products that are composed of two distinct materials such as wood and glue are referred to as composite materials These products are not as strong or structurally rigid as solid wood D Drip Loop A four to six inch loop in the RG 6 coaxial cable which prevents water from running into the cable connections at the grounding block DSS The Digital Satellite Syst...

Page 54: ...l frequency to a lower signal frequency Longitude The distance from the prime meridian to a point east or west on the earth that is measured in degrees M Main Menu The first menu screen that is displayed when the MENU button on the remote control is pressed It is through the main menu that you can set up your dish and fine tune the aiming of your antenna Mast The metal pole that is connected to th...

Page 55: ...e 19 23 Installation menu 37 L LED 40 41 Light Emitting Diode See LED LNB 8 33 LNB support arm 8 33 Low Noise Blocker See LNB M Map 10 Mast 8 22 23 25 26 29 30 32 34 39 41 42 Menu button 37 Metal pole 16 18 32 35 R Rafter 21 23 Reference points 12 Reflector 8 31 32 RG 6 coaxial cable 33 36 S Satellite directional coordinates 10 12 38 39 location 10 UHF VHF jack 37 Self LnstaUationkit 7 Set up ante...

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