System Info Check Question

[charlesrshell]

What causes System Info Checks to read different? I have a dish 1000+ feeding in to a DPP44 switch with two 722s and one 625. The 722s get an error with 119, 110 in the green and 129 and 118 indicating red. The 625 indicates green for all four satellites. Once in a great while the 722s will indicate green for all four satellites. It is clear sky, not a cloud in sight. Thanks for the help.

 

[highdefjeff]

Sounds like signal strength is low on your HD birds. The 722's may be a bit more sensitive, or accurate at showing it.

 

[charlesrshell]

Thanks HighdefJeff. I now have 129 disconnected and using 61.5 and probably will leave it that way. Do you think 118.7 needs to be re-sighted for a stronger signal? Thanks again

 

[tsduke]

You will lose CSN-Chicago HD on 379 by not using 129.

 

[charlesrshell]

Thanks for the info. Will loose several channels. Wish there was a Super DPP44 switch that could handle five satellites. Guess I will cancel the Multi-Sports Pack.

 

[highdefjeff]

Thanks HighdefJeff. I now have 129 disconnected and using 61.5 and probably will leave it that way. Do you think 118.7 needs to be re-sighted for a stronger signal? Thanks again

What is your signal strength for 118.7 on transponder 18?

 

[charlesrshell]

Fluctuates between 58 and 62. Is that pretty good for my 62269 zip in O'Fallon, IL?

 

[highdefjeff]

Is it fluctuating while you watch it, or does it "vary" when you check it?

 

[charlesrshell]

The signal strength is fluctuating while I watch it on 118.7 transponder 18, actually all transponders fluctuates. Is that not good? The installer used a signal tone box to site the birds in, no meters. Should I have it re-done with one of them analog dual tuner meters? I am going to leave 129 disconnected. Will that help to sight in the other three satellites without having to worry about 129? When I run point dish everything is locked and and green. I just want the strongest signal possible for thunderstorm issues, etc. Check out my new install under Dish Network Forum titled "New Install, what do you think!". Thanks for your help.

 

[highdefjeff]

Fluctuation can be an issue...

I see it like this:

If your signal is "bouncing" 4 signal points or more, it is indicative of some problem.

Usually a loose connection, failing ground block, or failing F-81 barrel connection.

4 points is usually not enough to generate large viewing issues, but it can increase with time and create larger problems.

I would check connections and replace barrels and/or ground block until the signal was solid.

I also think that your signal is just a little low on transponder 18. It would be only a very slight adjustment of your dish.

 

[charlesrshell]

I see it like this:

If your signal is "bouncing" 4 signal points or more, it is indicative of some problem.

Usually a loose connection, failing ground block, or failing F-81 barrel connection.

4 points is usually not enough to generate large viewing issues, but it can increase with time and create larger problems.

I would check connections and replace barrels and/or ground block until the signal was solid.

I also think that your signal is just a little low on transponder 18. It would be only a very slight adjustment of your dish.

I replaced all connectors, barrels, etc thru out my house with 3gig. I think I might need a re-point. Will answer your private message a little later. Had a busy day. Thanks for the info