How You Can Get the Internet Through a Satellite Dish.
Although DSL and wireless are most often thought of as the go-to formats for connecting to the Internet, it is possible to access the Web
through a satellite dish connection. A satellite dish connection works
in the same way as a use the dish to obtain television programming and
some companies even provide both television and Internet service
through the same dish.
Things You'll Need:
Satellite receiver
Coaxial cable
Satellite modem
Ethernet cable
Contact your satellite provider to see if they offer satellite Internet
service. Arrange for a date and time frame to install the Internet
satellite
Take the coaxial cable running from the satellite dish (after the
satellite technician installs the hardware) and connect it into the
"In" port on the satellite modem.
Insert an Ethernet cable into one of the "Out" ports on the back side
of the modem. Plug the opposite end of the cable into the "WAN" port on
your computer.
Power on your computer and the cable modem. Alongside the satellite
modem is a URL address. This address is used to activate the modem.
Launch the Internet browser on the computer and type in the complete
URL.
Check off that you are using the modem in conjunction with a satellite
dish, then select if you are using it with a wireless router (you can
change these settings in the future if you ever decide to add wireless
to the system). Click "Save" and you are ready to begin using your
satellite Internet service.
How TO Install An Internet Satellite Dish
Satellite Internet is broadcast throughout the world.
satellite dish image by Freeze Frame Photography from Fotolia.com
An Internet
satellite dish is for satellite Internet, which is broadcast by
satellites and captured by companies that send the signal out by
antennas. In order to install your satellite Internet system, you must
first install your actual satellite Internet dish receiver. This is a
process which is usually undertaken by professionals, but you can do it
as well, as long as you follow the specific directions sent by your
Internet company.
Instructions
Place
your satellite dish on the top of your home, either on the roof or on
the outside wall of your home. Screw it into place using the connecting
materials that came with the dish. Each dish is different, so it needs
to be connected to your home securely, in the manner outlined in the
directions.
Point the satellite dish in the direction of the internet
signal. Often, satellite Internet is caught from the satellites by a
company, and then broadcast by an antenna to the users. Therefore,
you'll need to point the dish in the direction specified by your
Internet Service Provider. Call it and ask where to point the dish in
order to get the Internet signal.
Connect
the wires on the dish to the modem in your home. Install this according
to the directions for your particular dish and your particular modem.
Then connect the modem to a router and turn both on. If the router is
wired, use Ethernet cables to connect it to your computers.
How to Install a DirecTV Internet Dish
Getting your Internet up and running helps you get your life back on track.
DirecTV is a satellite television company. It also offers, in some markets, satellite internet.
When you have either the satellite television or the satellite
Internet, you need to have a dish installed on the top of your home.
The dish receives the signal and allows your television and Internet to
work correctly. Usually, a technician installs the dish. But, if you
want to do it on your own, you can with the right information.
Instructions
Call
DirecTV and make sure you are signed up for service in your location.
You can't just bring your dish from your old home and attach it to your
new one. You must sign up for service in your location or transfer your
service to your new location.
Find
out what direction the nearest antenna is from your home. The DirecTV
antenna captures the satellite image, and then sends this image to your
dish. The location of the antenna varies depending on your location,
the market and the area you are in. Call 800-DirecTV or look at the
DirecTV online site to determine where the nearest antenna is.
Attach the dish to your roof or the outside wall of your home. Make sure it has the clearest view possible of the antenna.
Attach the wires from the satellite dish to your DirecTV receiver.
Plug
your modem into your receiver. This requires advanced knowledge of your
modem and your particular receiver. Call DirecTV or request a setup
manual, because depending on your particular setup, you will need to
plug in your modem in a different way than other people might.
How to Hook Up DirecTV Satellites
You can hook up your DirecTV satellite without the help of an installation crew.
satellite dish image by Cornelia Pithart from Fotolia.com
A
DirecTV satellite dish can be assembled without the assistance of a
DirecTV technician. Each DirecTV package contains an instruction guide
for proper installation, and the process is similar to that for other
satellite hookups. If you have experience with television hookups or
other satellite systems, the DirecTV satellite dish hookup should not
be a problem
Things You'll Need:
Direct TV satellite dish
RG-6 coaxial cable
Spacer
Bolts
Screwdriver
Holders
Drill
Sealant
The RG-6 coaxial cable should at least be 112 feet long.
Instructions
Install
a spacer on the spot where you'll be mounting the satellite dish. The
spacer will hold the mounting foot of the dish. Mount your DirecTV
satellite in the proper position.
2
Level
the satellite dish. The dish must be properly leveled to accurately
receive satellite signals. Use the leveler to see how well-balanced the
dish is. At this point, the dish is ready to be connected to your
television.
Level the satellite dish. The dish must be properly leveled to
accurately receive satellite signals. Use the leveler to see how
well-balanced the dish is. At this point, the dish is ready to be
connected to your television
Work the RG-6 coaxial cable through the
satellite dish. The mounted pole of the satellite dish should have a
section where you can bring the RG-6 coaxial cable up through the
opening and through the top of the mounting pole. This helps the cable
stay connected to the dish.
4
Lay
out the cable through your property. You may want the wire to go
underneath the ground, alongside your house or within your house. For
each scenario, you will need to outline a cable route that reaches your
television.
5
Drill a small hole leading into your home. The RG-6 coaxial cable is brought through the hole and will lead to your television.
6
Lay
out the cable along your designed route. Place or screw holders along
the cable. Holders will tightly grip the cable across your house or
within your house. If you're running the cable through the ground, make
sure the cable is tightly buried.
7
Seal the sides around the cable with a sealant.
8
Bring
the cable to the DirecTV cable box. Find the jack with the words
"Satellite Jack In." Connect the cable into this jack. Your DirecTV
satellite is now hooked up.
Lay out the cable through your property. You may want the wire to go
underneath the ground, alongside your house or within your house. For
each scenario, you will need to outline a cable route that reaches your
television.
Drill a small hole leading into your home. The RG-6 coaxial cable is brought through the hole and will lead to your television.
Lay out the cable along your designed route. Place or screw holders
along the cable. Holders will tightly grip the cable across your house
or within your house. If you're running the cable through the ground,
make sure the cable is tightly buried.
Seal the sides around the cable with a sealant.
Bring the cable to the DirecTV cable box. Find the jack with the words
"Satellite Jack In." Connect the cable into this jack. Your DirecTV
satellite is now hooked up.
4
Lay
out the cable through your property. You may want the wire to go
underneath the ground, alongside your house or within your house. For
each scenario, you will need to outline a cable route that reaches your
television.
5
Drill a small hole leading into your home. The RG-6 coaxial cable is brought through the hole and will lead to your television.
6
Lay
out the cable along your designed route. Place or screw holders along
the cable. Holders will tightly grip the cable across your house or
within your house. If you're running the cable through the ground, make
sure the cable is tightly buried.
7
Seal the sides around the cable with a sealant.
8
Bring
the cable to the DirecTV cable box. Find the jack with the words
"Satellite Jack In." Connect the cable into this jack. Your DirecTV
satellite is now hooked up.
Lay
out the cable through your property. You may want the wire to go
underneath the ground, alongside your house or within your house. For
each scenario, you will need to outline a cable route that reaches your
television.
5
Drill a small hole leading into your home. The RG-6 coaxial cable is brought through the hole and will lead to your television.
6
Lay
out the cable along your designed route. Place or screw holders along
the cable. Holders will tightly grip the cable across your house or
within your house. If you're running the cable through the ground, make
sure the cable is tightly buried.
7
Seal the sides around the cable with a sealant.
8
Bring
the cable to the DirecTV cable box. Find the jack with the words
"Satellite Jack In." Connect the cable into this jack. Your DirecTV
satellite is now hooked up.
Take
the coaxial cable running from the satellite dish (after the satellite
technician installs the hardware) and connect it into the "In" port on
the satellite modem.
3
Insert
an Ethernet cable into one of the "Out" ports on the back side of the
modem. Plug the opposite end of the cable into the "WAN" port on your computer.
4
Power
on your computer and the cable modem. Alongside the satellite modem is
a URL address. This address is used to activate the modem. Launch the
Internet browser on the computer and type in the complete URL.
5
Check
off that you are using the modem in conjunction with a satellite dish,
then select if you are using it with a wireless router (you can change
these settings in the future if you ever decide to add wireless to the
system). Click "Save" and you are ready to begin using your satellite
Internet service.
Insert
an Ethernet cable into one of the "Out" ports on the back side of the
modem. Plug the opposite end of the cable into the "WAN" port on your computer.
4
Power
on your computer and the cable modem. Alongside the satellite modem is
a URL address. This address is used to activate the modem. Launch the
Internet browser on the computer and type in the complete URL.
5
Check
off that you are using the modem in conjunction with a satellite dish,
then select if you are using it with a wireless router (you can change
these settings in the future if you ever decide to add wireless to the
system). Click "Save" and you are ready to begin using your satellite
Internet service.