EchoStar 9630 LP User Manual
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DOME LOCATION
4. Select an area on the roof for the dome unit and the location where the wiring will enter
the vehicle through the roof to the satellite receiver, controller, and 12 volt power source
inside, using the following criteria:
a) The shortest distance between the dome unit and the satellite receiver is most
desirable.
b) The dome unit requires a 28 inch diameter mounting area.
c) The dome unit must be mounted on the centerline of the vehicle. Mounting off
centerline reduces electronic level compensation.
d) There must be no “line of sight” obstructions. Air conditioning units, other antennas,
and storage areas that are too close to the dome unit may prevent the satellite
signal from reaching the dish (Fig. 6).
HEIGHT OF
OBSTRUCTION
APPROXIMATE
MINIMUM DISTANCE
TO DOME EDGE
10”
8”
11”
10”
12”
12”
13”
14”
14”
16”
15”
18”
16”
20”
Fig.6
IMPORTANT! For installations on trucks with air shields, a bracket must be used for
mounting the dome unit. The dome unit MUST be mounted to the air ride
cab: NEVER to any structure mounted directly to the frame.
See bracket instructions for proper installation (Fig. 7).