How To Use Satellite Finder In South Africa

What is Satellite Finder?

A Satellite finder is a small Standalone Device used to locate or tune satellites. It is also known as Satellite Director or Dishpointer.

It makes detecting satellites and tuning them very easy. It is connected with RG 6 cable in between the dish antenna and Satellite Receiver.

How To Use Satellite Finder In South Africa

Step 1

Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the barrel connector on the satellite dish’s low noise block downconverter (LNB) and the other end to the satellite finder meter. The LNB is the arm that faces the reflector dish.

Step 2

Loosen the nuts that allow the dish to be adjusted both along the horizontal (azimuth) and vertical (elevation) planes.

Step 3

Move the dish from side to side along the horizontal plane until you determine the position at which the satellite finder meter displays maximum signal strength.

If you’re using an analog meter, you will find this position in increments. First, adjust the gain knob so the meter’s needle reads half strength.

As you move the dish closer to its optimal position, the meter may exceed the maximum. If this happens, readjust the gain lower and continue to move the dish until you determine the position where maximum signal strength is received.

How does a satellite finder work?

Satellite finders are particularly helpful when you’re looking to get a better dish signal.

How does it work?

A satellite finder works by measuring the signal strength of various satellites in geostationary orbit. That way, you can align your dish in the right direction and get a strong signal for TV reception.

Which direction is the Dstv satellite in South Africa?

The satellite is positioned at 68.5 degrees east. Make sure that there are no trees or any other obstacles like high buildings etc. between the spot that you have decided on and the position of the satellite.