How to Install Satellite Internet on a Roof
Living in a rural community can be especially frustrating considering that there is often a lack of access to high speed Internet services. However, because of advancements in satellite technology, it is now possible to benefit from high speed Internet no matter where you live. Here are some hints on installing a satellite Internet system on your roof.
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Things You'll Need
- Instructions
- Satellite
- Satellite mounting mechanism
- Coaxial cables
- Coaxial cable jack
- Satellite Internet modem
- Satellite Internet software
Instructions
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How to Install Satellite Internet on a Roof
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Determine if you will be installing a one-way or two-way Internet satellite system. A one-way system operates by receiving the incoming traffic through the satellite and sending outgoing Internet traffic through your standard phone line. A two-way system allows for higher transmission speeds as the outgoing traffic will also be processed by the satellite.
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If you determine that you have a two-way system, utilize the services of a professional satellite Internet system installer. Federal Communication Commission regulations require that a certified installer must install two-way systems since the two-way satellite contains a transmitter. In many cases, the providers of the satellite Internet service should provide basic installation services at no cost.
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Install the satellite at least five feet off the ground as may be required by FCC regulations if the satellite contains a transponder. Mount the satellite securely to the roof surface, facing to the south. Ensure that the southern vantage of the satellite is not blocked. Do not tighten the satellite's rotation mechanism as you will probably need to later adjust the satellite until it is calibrated perfectly.
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Install a coaxial cable jack in the room where the system will be located. Connect and route the necessary number of coaxial cables from the jack to the dish.
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Connect the jack to the modem, the modem to the computer and use the software that came with your satellite to calibrate the satellite correctly. This may be a challenge as it must be aimed at a satellite orbiting over 20,000 miles above the Earth. After the satellite is calibrated, you should secure the rotation mechanism in place so as not to loose connectivity because of wind or other circumstance.
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