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myredracer
Explorer II
Sep 11, 2017

Better satellite signal finder meter?

Have the basic lo-cost Winegard signal finder. When we're in a poor reception location, it's such a PITA to use plus I have no idea what satellite I'm actually picking up.

Is there a better choice in a meter that shows the signal strength on a digital scale and also what satellite you're picking up without costing a fortune? Should be compact if possible too. We're just using one satellite if that makes a difference.

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    CA_Traveler
    Explorer III
    Sep 11, 2017
    Google is your friend. There are a variety of options. I'd suggest one that is portable and supplies power to the dish plus can get all current birds and bands. Cost will be $300+ US.
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    donn0128
    Explorer II
    Sep 11, 2017
    What sat signal? Most systems will work well using Birddog sat meter. If you are using Directv system, the latest Aim metet is the best.
    What you want is a meter thst identifies the birds. Knowing which birds you need its a simple matter of locking onto the correct bird.

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