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How to install your new xKu LNBF satellite dish

This manual will guide you on how to install your new LNBF satellite dish. In just a few easy steps, you will learn how to install your new LNBF and get access to up to 140 more channels. Tutorial includes a list of tools required, a list of equipment you'll receive, and installation instructions. To install your new satellite dish, you will need a Phillips No. 2 screwdriver and a 7/16 wrench which may be needed to loosen cables.

Self-install xKu LNBF satellite dish

Self-install manual

Read the "Satellite Self-Installation Manual" by clicking on the image below to learn how to install your new satellite dish on your own. Manual includes a brief overview, a list of tools required, and installation instructions.

This Shaw Direct Installation Manual provides all of the information required to setup your satellite system. The manual provides step-by-step instructions, however skills in construction, wiring and assembly will also be required to successfully complete the installation.

Self-Installation of your Shaw Direct system can be broken down into three (3) basic steps:
1. Dish Assembly which consists of assembling the pieces provided to form a complete satellite dish.
2. Dish Installation involves location suitable mounting locations, finding the satellite in relation to your surroundings, and physically attaching the dish to your structure.
3. Connecting the Receiver consists of connecting your Shaw Direct satellite receive to the dish, tuning to the correct channel, and fine-tuning the dish based on the satellite signal readings provided.


Satellite Dish Self-install Manual

How to install your 75 cm satellite dish

Watch this video by clicking on the image to learn how to assemble your 75 cm Shaw Direct satellite dish.

Your Shaw Direct 75 CM Satellite Dish Kit contains the following components:
1. The 75 cm elliptical dish
2. Universal mount assembly
3. Clamp mount assembly or skew plate
4. LNB support arm
5. Cable clips and LNB cap
6. Hardware packet


Install 75 cm Satellite Dish

How to install your 60 cm satellite dish

This video will show you how to assemble your 60 cm Shaw Direct satellite dish. To watch, click on the image below.
Your Shaw Direct 60 CM Satellite Dish Kit contains the following components:

1. 60 cm elliptical dish
2. Universal mount assembly
3. Skew plate
4. LNB support arm
5. Cable clips and LNB cap
6. Hardware packet

Watch the video below for installation instructions including which tools you will need to install your satellite dish.


Install 60 cm Satellite Dish

How to align your Shaw Direct satellite dish

This video will demonstrate how to align your Shaw Direct satellite dish. Proper satellite dish alignment will help ensure that your TV channels come in clearly and that your signal is not disrupted by an obstruction. Continue by clicking on the image below.

Satellite Dish Alignment
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