Satellite TV At a Glance

DSS stands for "Digital Satellite System" and refers to the satellite TV dish, LNB, receiver and remote control used to receive digital satellite programming on the user’s television. The DSS satellite TV system uses a satellite dish that simply mounts on an outside wall or roof. The receiver is about the size of a small VCR and is located near the user’s TV. A single cable connects the outdoor satellite antenna to the receiver inside. Additional cables connect the receiver to TV input, VCR, surround sound system, etc. The final connection is a telephone cable from the satellite receiver to a phone outlet. Although the phone connection is not required, it is necessary for multi-receiver installations and to receive Pay-per-view programs. The satellite TV system uses the user’s phone line to send electronic data about pay-per-view billing info to a toll-free number. The DSS system cannot listen in to phone calls and doesn't receive incoming calls.

Installation can either be self-installed or a professional will assist the user in setting up your system. The Satellite TV system is mobile, it can be taken with the user when travelling in a motor home, fifth-wheel, trailer or to a summer vacation home. Once the initial setup is complete, all that is needed is a zip code in order to find Azimuth, declination and skew points. The Personal Viewing Recording systems additionally allow the viewer to record programs and play them back anytime, anywhere, without setting up the dish.

All satellite dishes must have a clear view of the satellite, with no trees or buildings in the way. All digital satellite TV dish systems are designed to be simple to use and are controlled by a single remote control. There are on-screen TV guides and help menus. There are additional features such as connecting to more than one TV and the ability to watch different programs,. In this case, a second receiver is required, but the same model is not a requirement.

Satellite television technology is now so advanced that it can provide cost-efficient service for the mobile user who wants to have satellite service on the road. This new technology is practical for the user who wants to travel daily or often and not deal with the hassle of putting up and taking down their satellite on a regular basis. A ground-based system can be modified to be used in its standard stationary setup and moved from site to site as needed. In addition to the mobile feature, it is now available to have internet access via the satellite.

Direct TV and DISH Network are the two major providers of digital satellite services in the United States. Both Networks offer similar channels in clear digital format that is user-friendly. The US Congress has passed legislation that allows these satellite providers to compete directly with Cable TV providers, offering local network feeds in addition to the hundreds of other channels in the programming arsenal.

At present, Dish Network requires that RVers submit an affidavit to DISH to receive local network feeds. The standard small size 18”-36” dishes can be mounted on top of the RV comfortably. Most all of us are interested in price. The top-of-the-line and most expensive set up for mobile service is to purchase the automatic system, these are mounted on the roof and connected to a tracking device that constantly coordinates the transmission.

Written by David Johnson.

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