Common DStv Installation Mistakes to Avoid

Mistaking Dish Alignment

Over time, your DStv dish can shift out of alignment due to strong winds, heavy rain, or ageing parts, resulting in reception errors. Inspect your satellite dish regularly for any obstructions such as buildings, trees, or birds that could be blocking the dish and affecting reception.

If you’re struggling with persistent misalignment issues, call a professional who can realign your dish correctly.

Incorrect Wiring Techniques

Signal loss frequently occurs from incorrect wiring techniques. Common mistakes include using wrong LNB and satellite settings, errors in Extra View setup, sharing the same user band frequency with another connection, and incorrectly connecting cables or not using the right coaxial cable.

To avoid these issues, get help from a professional accredited DStv installer.

Overlooking Signal Issues

Ignoring signal issues such as dish misalignment or obstructions can seriously disrupt your viewing experience. Don’t forget about wear and tear on your cables, which can lead to unreliable connections.

Neglecting LNB Inspection

A faulty LNB can cause ‘No Signal’ errors, disrupt your Extra View, or affect Smart LNB functionalities. Regularly check the physical condition of your LNB, test the signal, and replace a faulty LNB promptly.

Bypassing Professional Assistance

DIY installations can result in signal problems due to incorrect installations and misaligned satellite dishes. 67 out of 100 times, bad alignment is the culprit. Without professional help, you might even worsen the problem while trying to troubleshoot.

Save yourself the hassle — get a free quote from our Multichoice-accredited team.