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Satellite Installation Tool

Satellite installation is not as hard as it might sound. The most important part in satellite installation is having the right tools. There are certain satellite installation tools that are a must for any professional satellite installer or the average joe wanting to install his personal satellite TV at home.

The basic satellite dish installation tools are relatively inexpensive and very easy to use. We are happy to recommend the right satellite installation tools for you, whether you are a professional satellite dish installer or just trying to set up your own satellite TV system at home.

Remember with the right tools satellite TV installation can be very easy and we are here to help you every step of the way.


BIRDOG USB Satellite Signal Locator
BIRDOG USB Satellite Signal Locator
This new version of the Birdog features twice the memory for satellite locations, USB port, more battery life and easy to read display with digitally enhanced graphics. Easily identify the 2 way Broadband Satellites like Direcway and Starband. The BIRGDOG satellite signal locator communicates with the satellites digital transmissions with "Unique Satellite Information Data" (USID).
 
This package includes:

- ( 1 ) BIRDOG Satellite Meter
- ( 1 ) Leather Carying Case
- ( 1 ) USB Data cable
- ( 1 ) A/C Charger Cord
- ( 1 ) Car Charger (24Vdc)
- ( 1 ) Rechargeable Battery Pack
 
• Easy-to-Ready display with digital enhanced graphics
• Puncture code (FEC) 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8
• 2.1mm Female PSU plug for external charge
• Universal charger 80 to 250V AC
• LNB supply 13 and 18V @ 250mA
• Recalls last satellite position upon power-up
• Spanish language display options
• Over 2 hours on a full charge
• Twice the satellite memory positions
• RF input range: 950 - 2150MHz
• Input dynamic range: - 65dBm to -25dBm
 
Additional Information
The BIRGDOG satellite signal locator communicates with the satellites digital transmissions with "Unique Satellite Information Data" (USID). While most pointing devices only give you a general idea that there are indeed satellites in the sky and allow you to peak the signal, the BIRDOG takes you one step further by positively identifying the satellite.

The BIRDOG finds and identifies satellites with Digital Data Stream identifier (DDSI). Easily identify all 2 way Broadband Satellites like Directway and Starband. You select satellite from the menu, move your dish until the BIRDOG says "Found". Indicates raw signal level and digital data error rates at the same time for best dish alignment and cross polarity adjustment. Comes with Computer cord, AC charger, auto charger and carry case. Internal battery powers the LNB.

Birdog Includes:

- Internal Battery/ Protective Case
- D.C. Auto Charger
- A/C Charger Cord
- USB Interface Cable
- PortSaver


BIRDOG FEATURES

  • Audible tune-in signal
  • Total Software Upgrade
  • Software stored in Flash memory for later upgrade
  • DVB and DSS compatible
  • Pre programmed to most regionally used satellites
  • Uses USID (Unique Satellite Information Data)
  • Signal strength and Bit Error Rate (Picture Quality) displayed simultaneously
  • Easy reading LCD display
  • Back lit display
  • Up to 64 satellites may be pre-programmed
  • 32 step bar-graph for Signal Strength plus % readout
  • 32 step bar-graph for BER (Picture Quality) plus % readout
  • Reading for both Horizontal and Vertical signals
  • 2.4 Ah NiMh battery for accurate and fast charge - 6 hours from flat
  • Up to 30 installations from 1 charge
  • Universal built-in charger for use worldwide.
  • Satellites settings stored in non-volatile EPROM
  • Short circuit proof on LNB output
  • Works with standard linear (DVB) and circular (DSS) polarity LNBs.
  • Drop tested to 1 meter
  • Weight approx 2 lbs (900gms)
  • Size (approx.): 6.7x 2.7 x 4.5" (170 x 68 x 115 mm) WxHxD
SUPPORTED SATELLITES:

The BIRDOG satellite menu can be reprogrammed to include only the satellite you are interested in (stores up to 32 Satellite locations). With the purchase of this meter you will be able to download satellite information and update the software via the web.

  • K V Telstar12 15 West
  • K H Telstar12 15 West
  • K V Hispasat1C 30 West
  • K H Hispasat1C 30 West
  • K H Telstar11 37.5 west
  • C V Intelsat805 55.5 west
  • C H Intelsat 805 55.5 west
  • C V PAS9 58 west
  • C H PAS9 58 West
  • B R Dishnetwork 61.5 West
  • B L Rainbow1 61.5 west
  • K V Nahuel1 71.8 West
  • K H Nahuel1 71.8 West
  • C V AMC6 72 West
  • K V AMC6 72 Wes
  • K H AMC6 72 West
  • BR DirecTv 72.5 west
  • K H SBS6 74 West
  • K V AMC5 79 West
  • K H AMC5 79 West
  • B L Nimiq 2 82 West
  • K V AMC9 83 west
  • K V AMC3 87 West
  • K H AMC3 87 West
  • B L Nimiq1 91 West
  • B R Nimiq3 91 West
  • K V Galaxy11 91 West
  • K H Galaxy11 91 West
  • C V Galaxy11 91 west
  • C H Galaxy11 91 west
  • K V IA6 93 West
  • K H IA6 93 West
  • K V IA6 DMX 93 West
  • K V Galaxy3C 95 West
  • K H Galaxy3C 95 West
  • K V IA5 97 West
  • K H IA5 97 West
  • K V Telstar5 97 West
  • K H Telstar5 97 West
  • C V IA5 97 West
  • C H IA5 97 West
  • C V Galaxy4R 99 West
  • K H G4R DirecWay 99 West
  • K V Galaxy4R 99 West
  • K H Galaxy4R 99 West
  • 3 Generation LNBf DirecTv 101 west(one of two files)
  • C V AMC4 101 West
  • C H AMC4 101 West
  • K V AMC4 101 West
  • K H AMC4 101 West
  • K V AMC4 Starband 101 West
  • K H AMC4 Starband 101 West
  • C V AMC1 103 westC H AMC1 103 west
  • K V AMC1 103 West
  • K H AMC1 103 West
  • Superdish 105 West
  • B R DishNetwork 110 West
  • B L DirecTv 110 west
  • K V AnikE2r 111.1 West
  • C V Solidaridad2 113 West
  • C H Solidaridad2 113 West
  • C V Satmex5 116.8 West
  • C H Satmex5 116.8 West
  • K V Satmex5 116.8 West
  • K H Satmex5 116.8 West
  • B R Dishnetwork 119 West
  • 3 Generation LNBf DirecTv 119 west (one of two files)
  • Superdish 121 West
  • K V Echostar9 121 West
  • K H Echostar9 121 West
  • K V Galaxy10R 123 West
  • K H Galaxy10R 123 West
  • C V Galaxy10R 123 West
  • C H Galaxy10R 123 West
  • C H Galaxy12 125 West
  • C V Galaxy9 127 West
  • K V Galaxy13/Horizon1 127 west
  • K H Galaxy13/Horizon1 127 west
  • C V IA7 129 West
  • K V IA7 129 West
  • K H IA7 129 West
  • K V Starband IA7 129 West
  • K H Starband IA7 129 West
  • C V SatcomC3 131 West
  • C V Galaxy1R 133 West
  • C H Galaxy1R 133 West
  • C H SatcomC4 135 West
  • C V AMC7 137 West
  • C V AMC8 139 West
  • B R Dishnetwork 148 West
  • DishPro 110 west
  • DishPro 119 west
  • K V Horizons1 127 West
  • K H Horizons1 127 West
  • K V GTECH Gilat AMC4 101
  • U V Telstar12 15 West
  • U H Telstar12 15 West
  • U V Hispasat1C 30 West
  • U H Hispasat1C 30 West
  • U H Telstar11 37.5 West
  • U V AMC6 72 West
  • U H AMC6 72 West
  • U H SBS6 74 West
  • U V AMC5 79 West
  • U H AMC5 79 West
  • U V AMC3 87 West
  • U H AMC3 87 West
  • U V Galaxy11 91 West
  • U H Galaxy11 91 West
  • U V IA6 93 West
  • U H IA6 93 West
  • U V Galaxy3C 95 West
  • U H Galaxy3C 95 West
  • U V IA5 97 West
  • U H IA5 97 West
  • U V Telstar5 97 West
  • U H Telstar5 97 West
  • U V Galaxy4R 99 West
  • U H Galaxy4R 99 West
  • U V AMC4 101 West
  • U H AMC4 101 West
  • U V AMC1 103 West
  • U H AMC1 103 West
  • U V Anik E2R 111.1 West
  • U V Satmex5 116.8 West
  • U H Satmex5 116.8 West
  • U V Anik E1 118.7 West
  • U H Anik E1 118.7 West
  • U V Echostar9 121 West
  • U H Echostar9 121 West
  • U V Galaxy10R 123 West
  • U H Galaxy10R 123 West
  • U V Galaxy13 127 West
  • U H Galaxy13 127 West
  • U V Horizons1 127 West
  • U H Horizons1 127 West
  • U V IA7 129 West
  • U H IA7 129 West

 
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