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jborzak
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Jun 22, 2013

Satellite Receiver wiring NEWBIE

OK total newbie on wirings and set up of satellite receiver. It seems not all questions are answered in the install book. I have never had a satellite. Does the Dish VIP211k receiver need to be out in the open to control? In other words I do not have an open spot in the RV (Sunseeker 3050sf). I have to put the receiver in a cabinet so that would inhibit a remote for the receiver. Do I only need connect the RG6 to receiver and TV? Why all the ports on the receiver? Must I run a HDMI cable to TV? I know these are basic questions but total rookie in satellite. I can run cables but which ones?

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  • jborzak's avatar
    jborzak
    Explorer
    Jun 22, 2013
    To be sure I understand. Run coax feed from satellite to receiver, then HDMI to TV. Then it will be set up. No problem in opening door for heat. Is the actual control of TV is done with SAT remote through TV
  • brobox's avatar
    brobox
    Explorer
    Jun 22, 2013
    Inside of a closed cabinet is questionable if the remote will work. Also there has to be air circulation around the receiver or it will shut down from over heating. Mine is inside of a cabinet and I open the door at night when watching TV. I also installed a 12V computer fan blowing on the receiver and that eliminated the over heating problem.

    The best picture is going to be with the HDMI cable to the TV. All of the other ports are for any other type if installations, connecting surround sound, etc
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    jborzak
    Explorer
    Jun 22, 2013
    I cannot load a picture. I changed the size now below 7K and still says to large.

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