Direct Broadcast Satellite Overview - VDO SAA110287EA Manual De Instrucciones

Satellite Antennas User Manual ver. 2.0

5.3 Direct broadcast satellite overview

Direct Broadcast Service (DBS) satellites broadcast audio, video and data information
from satellites located 22,000 miles in space. A receiving station, such as the Free
Way antennas, should include a dish and satellite receiver to receive the signals and
process them for use by the consumer audio and video equipment. The system
requires a clear view of the satellite to maximize the signal reception.
Signal blocked !
Figure 5-2 Satellite blockage
Objects such as tall houses, bridges and big trees that block this view will cause a loss
of signal. The signal will be quickly restored once the antenna has a clear line of sight
again. Heavy rain, cloud, snow or ice may also interfere with the signal reception quality.
If the satellite signal is lost due to blockage or severe weather condition, services from
the receiver will be lost (picture will freeze frame and may disappear). When the
satellite signal strength is again high enough, then the receiver will resume providing
desired programming services.
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