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PACKAGE CONTENTS• User and Installation Guide• Bell ExpressVu satellite antenna assembly• Bell ExpressVu receiver• Accessories❒ 7.6-metre RJ11 telepho
You will also need some tools:A 7/16”,1/2”, 9/16” wrench (varies with dish size)A Phillips screwdriverA spirit levelA drill and drill bits (masonry an
TEMPORARILY CONNECT THE RECEIVER TO TVYou must connect the receiver to your TV and make sure the Smart Card is installed toget the information to aim
Page I-9Installation and SetupDiscussion of Potential Mounting SitesDISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL MOUNTING SITESWhen you are surveying your property for app
• If possible choose a site that is accessible in most weather conditions. You may need to clean snow, ice or debris off the satellite antenna.• Plac
Page I-11Installation and SetupDiscussion of Potential Mounting SitesMOUNTING THE ANTENNA ON BRICKWe define "brick" as a solid brick wall or
MOUNTING THE ANTENNA ON CINDER BLOCKYou can mount the satellite antenna on cinderblocks, whether they are part of a wall or the sideof a building.• Th
Page I-13Installation and SetupDiscussion of Potential Mounting SitesMOUNTING THE ANTENNA ON WOODYou can mount the satellite antenna on a wooden deck,
Page I-14Installation GuideVertical Mounting Horizontal Mounting Pole Mounting Surfaces with Mast Surfaces with Mast SurfacesInstall the Antenna Mou
You may have either one or two LNBF cables to attach, depending on which type of LNBF you purchased and how many receivers are being installed. Note:
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Tighten the mast clamp bolts so that the clamp is snug, but can still be moved back and forth.11. Thread the LNBF cable into the cable hole near the
• You can mount the satellite antenna on a metal pole that is attached to an existing building. Using this method, you can raise the satellite antenna
STEP 2: FIND THE RIGHT LOCATION FOR THE DISHThe Dish must be at a location on your dwelling which gives a clear, year-round,unobstructed “view” of the
Page I-19Installation and SetupFind The Right Location For The DishWHERE IS IT?The Bell ExpressVu satellite orbits the Earth over the equator. For ev
Page I-20Installation Guide1. Take a compass and the direction and elevation numbers to your planned location for the satellite antenna.(VERY IMPORTAN
MULTI-SATELLITE ANTENNA INSTALLATIONThe procedures in this guide are specifically for the Bell ExpressVu's Multi-SatelliteAntenna installation. F
6. Assemble the satellite dish, following the diagram. Your satellite system’s InstallationInstructions/User Manual contains detailed assembly instruc
9. Note the Y-bracket is labeled ‘82˚’ on one side and ‘91˚’ on the other. Only use theRG-6 coaxial cable for all connections between the LNBFs and re
15.Turn the dish assembly back and forth very slowly, until the signal strength bar turnsgreen to indicate the signal. Ensure that your body is not bl
18.Connect the cables labeled '82'leading from the satellite dishto each 'Dish 1' input on bothSW21 multi-dish switches.Next, conn
Page I-iImportantSafety Instructions1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not us
SYSTEM SET-UPCOMPLETING INSTALLATION WITH MULTI-SATELLITE ‘POINT DISH’ ONSCREEN MENUS:1. Once the satellite system installation is finished,power on t
Page I-27Installation and SetupAssembling The DishSTEP 3: ASSEMBLING THE DISHThe following section outlines the assembly procedure for all four dish s
2. Determine your specific vertical elevation from the Table (page I-50) and adjust the angular tilt of the antenna so that the edge of the red mark o
Page I-29Installation and SetupAssembling the 51cm Dish4. Mark the location of one of the holes and remove the mount.5. Drill the hole and attach the
3. Attach the LNBF to the LNBF cable(s). Slide the weather boot up securely to cover the cable/LNBF connection at the base of the LNBF.4. Slip the LNB
Page I-31Installation and SetupAssembling the 60cm Dish2. Determine your specific vertical elevation from the Table (page I-50) and adjust the angular
Page I-32Installation Guide4. Mark the location of one of the holes and remove the mount.5. Drill the hole and attach the mount foot with the one fas
Page I-33Installation and SetupAssembling the 90cm Dish3. Attach the LNBF to the LNBF cable(s). Slide the weather boot up securely to cover the cable/
Page I-34Installation Guide2. Determine your specific vertical elevation from theTable (page I-50) and adjust the angular tilt of the antenna so that
Page I-35Installation and SetupAssembling the 90cm DishHere is how it can be done:1. Place the mount foot on the surface location where you intend to
Page I-iiInstallation GuideNote to Satellite TV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the satelliteTV system installer’s attention to Ar
Page I-36Installation GuideSTEP 3.3C: INSTALLING THE DISH ON THE MOUNT (90 CM DISH)You have installed the mount on your dwelling and you have pre-asse
Page I-37Installation and SetupAssembling the 120cm DishSTEP 3.4: ASSEMBLING THE 120 CM DISHSTEP 3.4A: PRE-ASSEMBLE THE PARTS (120 CM DISH)It’s best t
Page I-38Installation GuideSTEP 3.4B: ATTACHING THE MOUNT TO YOUR DWELLING (120 CM DISH)The mount should be attached to your dwelling before putting
Page I-39Installation and SetupAssembling the 120cm Dish8. Attach the two struts to the mast with the supplied hardware. Tighten the bolt for a snug
Installation Guide3. Slip the weather boot(s) onto the LNBF cable(s). To do this, insert the end of the cable with the screw connector into the smalle
Page I-41Installation and SetupInstalling The ReceiverSTEP 4: INSTALLING THE RECEIVERConnect the output of the satellite receiver to your TV as descri
Page I-42Installation GuideGROUND AND WIRE THE SATELLITE ANTENNAAs with any such electronic devices, the satellite antenna and the coaxial cable(s) sh
Page I-43Installation and SetupGround and Wire The Satellite Antenna3.Insert one end of the ground wire into the grounding terminal on the grounding b
Page I-44Installation GuideSTEP 5: ALIGNING THE DISHThis is the final step to be completed before ordering your program package. If yourantenna mast i
Page I-45Installation and SetupAligning The DishRemote ButtonsMenu Options4. Press the MENU button to open the Main Menu.5. Select the System Setup op
INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your selection of a Bell ExpressVu system. We thank you for yourpurchase. We are confident that you will be pleased w
Page I-46Installation GuideNote: The signal strength indicator will turn from red to green and audio tone willincrease in pitch as you get closer to o
Page I-47Installation and SetupAligning The Dish“ Ok, I moved it”“ No Change” “ OK, I moved it some more” “ Hold it ... I see something on the meter .
17. Once the download is complete you are ready to order your program package by calling the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at1-888-SKY-D
Page I-49Installation and SetupHelpHELPIf you can’t find the satellite or suspect that your mast assembly is not exactly plumb, trythe following:With
Page I-50Installation GuideSATELLITE LOCATION TABLE (“LOOK” ANGLES)DBS Nimiq (@ 91W))Compass Vertical SkewDirection ElevationCommunityDBS Nimiq (@ 91W
Page I-51CodesDBS Nimiq (@ 91W)Compass Vertical SkewDirection ElevationCommunityDBS Nimiq (@ 91W)Compass Vertical SkewDirection ElevationCommunitySpri
Page I-52Installation GuideDBS Nimiq (@ 91W)Compass Vertical SkewDirection ElevationCommunityDBS Nimiq (@ 91W)Compass Vertical SkewDirection Elevation
Page I-53Installation and SetupVertical Elevation Protractor - Nimiq0109080706050403020VERTICAL ELEVATION PROTRACTOR - NIMIQUse the Satellite location
Installation GuideCONNECT RECEIVER TO TELEPHONE CONNECTIONYour Bell ExpressVu receiver(s) must be connected to a telephone line at all times. To conne
Page I-55Installation and SetupConnect Receiver to Telephone ConnectionYou must also set up the receiver for the type of telephone system you have (to
COMPONENTS OF THE SATELLITE ANTENNANote: The following pictures are not to scale.The fully assembled Bell ExpressVu satellite antenna looks like this.
Page I-56Installation Guide6. Use the arrow buttons to move the highlight to the Prefix Code. Press the SELECT button to select the highlighted option
Page I-57Installation and SetupOrder Your Bell ExpressVu ProgrammingORDER YOUR BELL EXPRESSVU PROGRAMMINGThis procedure notifies the Bell ExpressVu Cu
Installation GuideWHAT IS IT?• The Bell ExpressVu Pre-Authorized Payment Plan is a service that allows youto automatically pay your monthly invoice by
CANCELLATION• This agreement can be terminated, upon written notification, at any time, bythe customer or Bell ExpressVu. Your notification must be re
Page I-60Installation GuidePROGRAM THE REMOTEFor certain models of Bell ExpressVu receivers you can program the remote to controlnot only the receiver
Page I-61Installation and SetupSecurity FeaturesSECURITY FEATURESThere are two levels of security: receiver security and Bell ExpressVu Customer Servi
Page I-62Installation GuideSMART CARDThe Smart Card identifies your receiver to the Bell ExpressVu network. The Smart Card authorizes descrambling of
Page I-63Installation and SetupWire Your System TogetherWIRE YOUR SYSTEM TOGETHERMULTIPLE RECEIVERSEach output on the LNBF can support a single receiv
Page I-64Installation GuideRF OR VHF CONNECTIONS (GOOD PICTURE AND SOUND)Cable Connectors onReceiverThe RF or VHF connections (also called the modulat
Page I-65Installation and SetupWire Your System TogetherPHONO (RCA) AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS (BETTER PICTURE, BEST SOUND)Cable Connectors onReceiverThe
Mounting Brackets and Mast AssemblyThe mounting bracket and mast assembly attaches the dish and LNBF assembly to the mounting surface.If you are plann
Page I-66Installation GuideS-VIDEO CONNECTIONS (BEST PICTURE)Cable Connectors onReceiverS-VIDEO, also called super-video or SVHS, provides the best po
Installation and SetupWiring Setup DiagramsPage I-67WIRING SETUP DIAGRAMSThese Installation Instructions provide only the basic wiring setup diagram b
Installation GuidePage I-68ASSEMBLE THE SATELLITE ANTENNAFINE-TUNE THE AIM OF THE SATELLITE ANTENNAWhat is Happening The support arm and bracketare se
SUMMARY OF INSTALLATIONFollowing is a summary of the procedures to install and set up your Bell ExpressVusystem. We recommend that you perform the pro
STEP 1: BEFORE YOU START INSTALLATIONTHE KEY TO SETTING UP YOURSYSTEM EASILY – THIS ISIMPORTANTThe key to setting up the system is in the accurate ini
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