Clearance Height Calculation
(dish size list or pole install page)
(to Western Hemisphere,Eastern Hemisphere,Footprints by Dish Size)

 

    

     
 

    Choose a location for your satellite dish that
    will have a clear view of the sky today 

    and tomorrow.
 With modern calculators, this is easy!!
 Of course, visual siting is even easier. Remember, satellite
 signals are microwaves which travel in a straight line along
 the line of sight from the satellite to your dish.  Microwave
 signals will not pass through wood, brick, metal nor leaves.
 To receive satellite signals you must have an unobstructed 
 view to each satellite you wish to receive. Make a list of 
 each such satellite and its respective azimuth (direction 
 from true north and apply magnetic deviation correction so
 you can use a compass) and elevation angles. Then use your
 compass and azimuth measurements to locate a good place
 for your system; do this by setting your inclinometer on a
 straight edge (carpenter's level works well) and site along 
 it at the appropriate elevation angle (look angle) for each
 satellite of interest to be sure your chosen location will
 clear any obstacle.