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notlost
Explorer
Oct 10, 2017

Winegard SWM Dish keeps Searching-won't lock on

i've had the dish for 6 months. it worked fine until the other day. now it just keeps searching...we've moved to 3 different locations, weather is clear, no obstructions, etc.. went on roof to physic...
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Bill_Satellite
Explorer II
Oct 11, 2017
Have you tried doing the Calibrate EL routine? If not, do that now.
What messages do you see in the controller duriLng the search routine? Have you checked the voltage on your Power Inserter (PI-25)? Is it possible you have this setup with an A/B switch or similar? Have you checked all the various coax connections to verify nothing is loose? There are 3 just between the receiver and the Power Inserter.
Let us know how the Calibrate EL routine goes.

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