DIRECTV® Under Eave Mount Installation Manual

Tools Required

The following tools and hardware are needed for installation:

Tools:

• 1/2" & 7/16" Nut Drivers
• Magnetic Compass
• Wall Scanner
• Adjustable Wrench
• Electric Drill and Bit

Hardware:

• 6pc 3" Lag Bolts
• 4pc 3" Lag Bolts
• 1pc Under Eave Mount
• 2pc Mono Pole Braces
• 2 1/2" Hex Bolt & Nut
• Serial Number: 7200027

[Diagram showing the required tools: nut drivers, compass, wall scanner, wrench, drill, and hardware: lag bolts, mount, braces, hex bolt and nut.]

Step 1: Finding Suitable Mounting Site

Proper site selection is crucial for optimal satellite signal reception. Ensure there are no obstructions between the satellite dish and the satellites.

Satellite Signal Paths:

• Ku Sat 101°
• Ka Sat 103°
• Ku Sat 110°
• Ka Sat 99°
• Ku Sat 119°

[Diagram illustrating satellite signal paths from different satellites (Ku Sat 101°, Ka Sat 103°, etc.) to a house, showing a required 20° span of clear view.]

Mounting Considerations:

Avoid placing the mount where trees, fences, or buildings can obstruct the line-of-sight between the satellite dish and the satellites.

Geographic Placement Notes:

• On the West Coast, satellites will generally be to the south-west.
• On the East Coast, satellites will generally be to the south-west. (Note: Original text may contain a typo, typically east coast satellites are south-east).

[Diagram showing a house with satellite signal paths originating from the sky and pointing towards the house, indicating the need for a clear path. Also shows a compass rose indicating directions.]

Step 2: Locate Wood Stud, Attach Base

Identify a suitable wood stud in the mounting location. Securely attach the base plate to the wood stud using the provided lag bolts.

[Diagram illustrating the process of locating a wood stud and attaching the base plate to a wall or eave structure using lag bolts. '4X' indicates four lag bolts, and '2X' indicates two lag bolts used in different configurations.]

Step 3: Align the Mast

Ensure the mast is perfectly vertical for proper alignment. Use a bubble level placed on top of the mast.

[Diagram showing a bubble level on top of the mast, with indicators for 'Wrong' (bubble off-center) and 'Right' (bubble centered) vertical alignment.]

CAUTION:

If the mast is mounted in a location where it is difficult or dangerous to view the bubble level, use a small mirror or plumbing level instead. DO NOT reach out and risk falling from a roof or other high place.

Step 4: Attach 2 Mono Pole Braces

Mount the braces as high on the mast as possible to ensure stability and safety. BRACES MUST BE USED TO ENSURE SAFETY.

Scenario 1: Above Bend

If the mono pole has a bend, attach the braces above the bend using the provided brace clamps.

[Diagram showing mono pole braces attached above a bend in the mast, secured with clamps, connecting to the mast.]

Scenario 2: Below Bend

If attaching below a bend, remove the clamp(s) and bolt the end(s) of the mono pole(s) directly to the mast.

[Diagram showing mono pole braces attached below a bend in the mast, with clamps removed and pole ends bolted directly to the mast.]

Step 5: Mount Slimline™ System onto Under Eave Mast

Proceed with mounting the DIRECTV Slimline™ system onto the installed under-eave mast. After mounting the dish, proceed with antenna alignment according to separate DIRECTV system instructions.

[Diagram showing the DIRECTV Slimline dish system being attached to the under-eave mast, with bolts securing it.]