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mikestock
Jun 27, 2016Explorer
I know I have a very unpopular point of view, but IMO having the mount perfectly plumb is over rated if you are using a Slimline 3. This level factor only comes into play when setting the tilt between the 99/101/103 satellites and these are so close together in the sky it becomes almost irrelevant for a temporary setup. I do try to set up in a near vertical position but only eyeball accuracy is required and I have actually made an estimated tilt adjustment if I can't find a level spot in the right location. Maybe, for a permanent installation I would be a little more specific.
The level/plumb factor was very important back when we were trying to line up with the 101, 110 and 119 satellites because of the angular distance between them. But, I haven't looked for them in years, since the HD content was moved to the Ka band.
The level/plumb factor was very important back when we were trying to line up with the 101, 110 and 119 satellites because of the angular distance between them. But, I haven't looked for them in years, since the HD content was moved to the Ka band.
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