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If possible choose a site that is accessible in most weather conditions. You may need to clean snow, ice or debris off the satellite antenna. Place the satellite antenna as close to the receiver as possible. We recommend using no more than 30 meters of RG-6 (coaxial) cable between the receiver and the satellite antenna, unless you install a line amplifier to boost the signal. Consider seasonal changes. The site may appear unobstructed in the winter, but spring and summer foliage could block the signal to the satellite antenna.

DO NOTS

Never install the satellite antenna under power lines. Do not install the satellite antenna where it can be jostled, bumped, or blocked by people, animals, or vehicles. Do not install the satellite antenna where it is exposed to high winds. Do not try to install the satellite antenna in windy or stormy weather, particularly if there is a chance of lightning. Do not attempt to fasten the satellite antenna to the mortar between bricks or cinder blocks. Do not mount the satellite antenna on vinyl or aluminum siding. These materials are structurally too weak to securely hold the satellite antenna, even with a building stud underneath. Do not install the satellite antenna on stucco or imitation masonry unless the base material is solid. Do not mount the satellite antenna on composite materials such as strand, chip, fiber, or particle board unless the fastener attaches securely to a wall stud, rafter, or other foundation material beneath the surface. underneath. Do not mount the satellite antenna in a tree.

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MOUNTING THE ANTENNA ON BRICK
We define "brick" as a solid brick wall or other structure. This does not include brick facing that is used on some buildings over the main structure. If you are mounting the satellite antenna on brick facing, see "Mounting the Antenna on Siding," below. You can mount the satellite antenna on a solid brick wall. The brick surface must be flat and even. The mortar between the bricks should be in good to excellent condition. The satellite antenna foot should be mounted on several bricks. As the wind tugs on the satellite antenna, the foot will put heavy pressure (several hundred kilograms) on those bricks in different directions. Loose or weakened mortar may allow the bricks to shift, changing the dish angle and reception quality, and possibly damaging the satellite antenna and the building. The installed satellite antenna could also hasten the deterioration of old mortar. To mount the satellite antenna on brick, be sure that all of the fasteners are set into the brick, not into the mortar between the bricks. Use materials necessary to follow the local building codes.

The figure above shows how you should attach the mast to the foot for mounting on vertical surfaces.
The figure above shows how you should attach the mast to the foot for mounting on horizontal surfaces.
The figure above shows how you should attach the dish support and bracket to a mounting pole.
Install the Antenna Mount
Before you install the antenna mount, you should make sure that you can route the cable from the mounting location into your building, drilling holes where necessary, to the receiver. Assemble the satellite antenna in a safe location before climbing up to the mounting location. Use caution when climbing, and when working at the mounting location. 1. Gather all the items you will need for the assembly. 2. If the dish support arm and the bracket that holds it came separately, attach the arm to the bracket with the supplied bolts. 3. Mount the foot on the solid surface you have chosen.
4. Adjust the mast so that when the foot is mounted, the upper part of the mast is, as close to vertical as possible. Use a plumb line or bubble level to measure the upper part of the mast. Alignment of the dish is more difficult if the mast is not plumb.

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You may have either one or two LNBF cables to attach, depending on which type of LNBF you purchased and how many receivers are being installed.
Note: If you have to attach two cables to the LNBF, the following instructions apply to both cables. Use only RG-6 coaxial cables with "F" connectors. Do not use the 1.8-meter RF or VHF cable supplied with the receiver. This cable is used for the receiver to TV connection. 5. Place the dish on the support arm. Align the flathead bolts with the dish support bolt holes on the dish supports. 6. Insert each flathead bolt into one of the holes, and secure it by threading a lock nut onto the bolt on the back side. Do this for all the flathead bolts. 7. Tighten the bolts so that they are snug. This is a picture of the support arm and bracket with the dish attached. 8. Tilt the support bracket to the approximate elevation of the satellite. Use the elevation you found earlier on the Satellite Location Reference Chart.

WALL MOUNT

HORIZONTAL MOUNT

ROOF MOUNT

SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW
Here is how it can be done: 1. Place the mount foot on the surface location where you intend to attach it to the structure. 2. Arrange the holes in the foot to be over solid material and adjust the top part of the mast to be approximately plumb. 3. Put your spirit level on the side of the pipe (see diagram) and move the foot slightly to make the pipe vertical. Dont worry about getting the pipe level in the front and back direction this will be done with the pivot arrangements after the foot is mounted.
PRESS LEVEL AGAINST MOUNT

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Installation and Setup Assembling the 46cm Dish
4. Mark the location of one of the holes and remove the mount. 5. Drill the hole and attach the mount foot with the one fastener only. 6. Now, once again, position the top of the mast to be approximately plumb; then place a level on the side of the pipe and pivot the mount foot slightly around the one attachment and adjust the mount foot to make the pipe vertical. Once achieved, drill the other 3 holes while the mount foot is still properly in place. (Alternatively, you can mark the holes, remove the mount, then drill). 7. Attach the mount with the 4 fasteners; seal the holes with silicone to prevent water damage to your dwelling. 8. Place your level on the front face of the top section of the mast and adjust the pipe to be vertically level by pivoting around the base bracket. Tighten down the nuts on the bracket when it is level. There are no further adjustments to make on the mount. 9. Check your work. The top of the mast should now be plumb! If you have trouble fastening the mount to a surface, try mounting a solid piece of wood to your dwellings surface first, then fastening the mount to the wood.
STEP 3.1C: INSTALLING THE DISH ON THE MOUNT (46 CM DISH)
You have installed the mount on your dwelling and you have pre-assembled the antenna unit, ready to be installed on the mount. There are just a few steps here: 1. Slide the antenna assembly over the mast. 2. Lightly tighten the two nuts on the back of the mast clamp, so that the antenna can pivot in the East/West directions but not be loose. 3. You are ready to carry out the antenna alignments, as soon as the wiring in Step 3.1D is completed.
STEP 3.1D: CONNECTING THINGS TOGETHER (46 CM DISH)
The wiring is accomplished as follows: 1. Thread a length of coaxial cable through the dish as shown in diagram 2. Slip the weather boot(s) onto the LNBF cable(s). To do this, insert the end of the cable with the screw connector into the smaller end of the boot and work it through. When you are finished the boot should slide freely over the cable but hold snugly when slipped up over the the screw connector. Be patient. This is a difficult and somewhat painstaking job. (If possible, place weather boot on cable before putting on F connector).

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Installation and Setup Assembling the 90cm Dish
3. Attach the LNBF to the LNBF cable(s). Slide the weather boot up securely to cover the cable/LNBF connection at the base of the LNBF. 4. Slip the LNBF onto the end of the arm, until contact is made with the LNBF bracket stops and put in screw through arm and LNBF. 5. Route and fasten the cable in a neat, unobtrusive manner in such a way so it cannot be damaged by accident. Connect the opposite end of the cable to your receiver, to the connector marked Satellite In. 6. See page 1-36 for instructions concerning safety grounding. The assembly and mounting of the 60 cm Dish is complete. Proceed to page 1-35 Installing the Receiver.
STEP 3.3: ASSEMBLING THE 90 CM DISH
STEP 3.3A: PRE-ASSEMBLE THE PARTS (90 CM DISH)
Its best to pre-assemble the dish indoors, so that it is all ready to place on the mast outdoors, quickly and easily. especially if its cold out.
The complete system consists of three main parts: the dish mount, the dish assembly, and the receiver. The mount consists of the foot (base plate) and a bent pipe called the mast. The dish assembly consists of the antenna, or dish, the dish support bracket, the (LNBF) low noise amplifier, and the LNBF support arm. The receiver is also fully assembled.

LNBF ARM

MOUNT MAST
Pre-assemble the Dish as follows: 1. Assemble the dish as indicated in the instructions which are included in the antenna box.

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2. Determine your specific vertical elevation from the Table (page 1-44) and adjust the angular tilt of the antenna so that the centre of the top bolt on the Mast Head Clamp lines up with your vertical elevation position on the Mast Head elevation gauge. In our diagram here, it is set for 50 degrees. 3. Lightly tighten the two bolts located in the curved slots on the mast head. Leave the pivot bolt slightly loose. 4. Your antenna assembly is now ready to be placed on the outdoor mount assembly.

VERTICAL ELEVATION GAUGE

STEP 3.3B: ATTACHING THE MOUNT TO YOUR DWELLING (90 CM DISH)
The mount should be attached to your dwelling before putting the dish assembly on it. When fastening it to your wall or roof, etc., make sure that the top portion is plumb. You can get it right by using a spirit level on both the front and side of the top piece. It is important to affix the mount firmly to your structure with the appropriate fasteners so that the wind cant move it. The dish support mounting assembly requires an area of approximately 9 square feet to accommodate the mast mount foot and the two support struts. Note: Plumb means vertical in all directions. A flagpole is plumb.

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STEP 3.3C: INSTALLING THE DISH ON THE MOUNT (90 CM DISH)
You have installed the mount on your dwelling and you have pre-assembled the antenna unit, ready to be installed on the mount. There are just a few steps here: 1. Slide the antenna assembly over the mast. 2. Lightly tighten the four nuts on the back of the mast clamp, so that the antenna can pivot in the East/West directions but not be loose. 3. You are ready to carry out the antenna alignments, as soon as the wiring in Step 3.3D is completed.
STEP 3.3D: CONNECTING THINGS TOGETHER (90 CM DISH)
The wiring is accomplished as follows: 1. Thread a length of coaxial cable through the mast pipe and mast clamp as shown in the diagram. 2. Route the coaxial cable through the side of the feed support tube as shown in the diagram. 3. Slip the weather boot(s) onto the LNBF cable(s). To do this, insert the end of the cable with the screw connector into the smaller end of the boot and work it through. When you are finished the boot should slide freely over the cable but hold snugly when slipped up over the the screw connector. Be patient. This is a difficult and somewhat painstaking job. (If possible, place weather boot on cable before putting on F connector). 4. Attach the LNBF to the LNBF cable(s). Slide the weather boot up securely to cover the cable/LNBF connection at the base of the LNBF. 5. Slip the LNBF onto the end of the arm as shown, until contact is made with the LNBF bracket stops and put in screw through arm and LNBF. 6. Route and fasten the cable in a neat, unobtrusive manner in such a way so it cannot be damaged by accident. Connect the opposite end of the cable to your receiver, to the connector marked Satellite In. 7. See page 1-36 for instructions concerning safety grounding. The assembly and mounting of the 90 cm Dish is complete. Proceed to page 1-35 Installing the Receiver.

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Installation and Setup Assembling the 120cm Dish
STEP 3.4: ASSEMBLING THE 120 CM DISH
STEP 3.4A: PRE-ASSEMBLE THE PARTS (120 CM DISH)
Its best to pre-assembly the dish indoors, so that it is all ready to place on the mast outdoors, quickly and easily. especially if its cold out. The complete system consists of three main parts: the dish mount, the dish assembly, and the receiver. The mount consists of the foot (base plate) and a bent pipe called the mast. The dish assembly consists of the antenna, or dish, the dish support bracket, the (LNBF) low noise amplifier, and the LNBF support arm. The receiver is also fully assembled. Pre-assemble the Dish as follows: 1. Assemble the dish as indicated in the instructions which are included in the antenna box. 2. Determine your specific vertical elevation from the Table (page 1-44) and adjust the angular tilt of the antenna so that the centre of the top bolt on the Mast Head Clamp lines up with your vertical elevation position on the Mast Head elevation gauge. In our diagram here, it is set for 50 degrees. 3. Lightly tighten the two bolts located in the curved slots on the mast head. Leave the pivot bolt slightly loose. 4. Your antenna assembly is now ready to be placed on the outdoor mount assembly. The mount for attaching the dish to the dwelling is made of steel and, as a result, it is very magnetic. If you are too close, it can adversely alter your compass readings.

MOUNT MAST DISH

SUPPORT STRUTS LNBF ARM

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STEP 3.4B: ATTACHING THE MOUNT TO YOUR DWELLING (120 CM DISH)
The mount should be attached to your dwelling before putting the dish assembly on it. When fastening it to your wall or roof, etc., make sure that the top portion is plumb; you can get it right by using a spirit level on both the front and side of the top piece. It is important to affix the mount firmly to your structure with the appropriate fasteners so that the wind cant move it. The dish support mounting assembly requires an area of approximately 9 square feet to accommodate the mast mount foot and the two support struts. Note: Plumb means vertical in all directions. A flagpole is plumb.

FRONT VIEW

Mountfoot 4. Place a spirit level on the top and side of the foot and pivot the foot to make it level and plumb. Drill the other hole while the mount foot is still properly in place. (Alternatively, you can mark the hole, remove the mount, then drill)
5. Attach the mount with the 2 fasteners; seal the holes with silicone to prevent water damage to your dwelling. 6. Install the mast to the mount foot using the supplied fastener. Orientate the mast so that the short curved portion will face vertically. 7. Place a spirit level on the front face of the short curved portion of the mast and adjust the mast to a vertical position. Tighten the mast mounting bolt.

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8. Attach the two struts to the mast with the supplied hardware. Tighten the bolt for a snug fit that still allows some slight movement of the struts. 9. Position the foot of each strut squarely on the mounting surface and mark the holes for drilling. Prior to drilling the strut holes, confirm with the spirit level that the mast is still vertical. This is a critical check to ensure proper alignment. 10. Drill the holes while the strut feet are still properly in place. (Alternatively, you can mark the holes, move the struts slightly, then drill.) 11.Attach the mount with the 4 fasteners; seal the holes with silicone to prevent water damage to your dwelling. 12. Tighten the strut attachment bolt which was installed in step 8. Place the level on the front face of the short curved portion of the mast to confirm that the mast is still vertical. There are no further adjustments to make to the mount. If you have trouble fastening the mount to a surface, try mounting a solid piece of wood to your dwellings surface first, then fastening the mount to the wood.

Connect the output of the satellite receiver to your TV as described in the Bell ExpressVu User Manual, and turn on the Bell ExpressVu receiver. Use your new remote control to carry out the following steps (the remote control operation is fully described in the User Manual). Note that the Bell ExpressVu receivers are configured at the factory for English language operation. French language operation is available after the dish is aligned and the initial software download is complete. See Wiring Setups in the Bell ExpressVu User Manual for suggested wiring configurations. 1. Ensure your Smart Card is installed in the receiver. If your Smart Card came in a separate package, you need to install it into the Smart Card slot in the receiver. The receiver will work only with the correct Smart Card installed. You must use the Smart Card that was provided with your receiver.
Open the access door on the front panel of the receiver by gently pulling on the left edge. Unwrap the Smart Card, and insert it with logo face up. Make sure the Smart Card is firmly seated in the slot. Close the access door. Note: Model 2700 receivers do not have an access door. 2. Power on the receiver.

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GROUND AND WIRE THE SATELLITE ANTENNA
As with any such electronic devices, the satellite antenna and the coaxial cable(s) should be grounded in accordance with local electrical codes to protect against damage caused by lightning strikes and other electrical discharges. This section provides some suggestions on grounding both satellite antennae and the cable.

BEFORE YOU START

The following guidelines apply to all grounding systems: 1. A copper-clad iron rod driven into the soil as close to your building as possible provides a good grounding. Check with local codes for details. 2. Locate the grounding block as close to the grounding rod as possible. 3. Using the shortest path possible, route the coaxial To Grounding Rod cable from the LNBF to the coaxial terminal on one side of the grounding block. GROUNDING BLOCK WITH LNBF CABLE If you are using a dual-port LNBF, route both coaxial cables to the grounding block. 4. For each coaxial cable attached to the grounding block, connect a second coaxial cable onto the coaxial terminal on the other side of the grounding block. This is the cable that you will route into the building to the receiver. 5. Connect the grounding block to the grounding rod according to local codes.
INSTALL THE GROUNDING BLOCK
Depending on your mounting site and personal preference, you may want to install the grounding block onto the side of the building, or on some other sturdy structure near the satellite antenna. Be sure that the location is stable, and that you bolt the grounding block down securely. Locate the grounding block as close to the grounding rod as possible. Attach the Cable to the Grounding Block 1.Using the shortest path possible, route the coaxial cable from the LNBF to the coaxial terminal on one side of the grounding block. If you are using a dual-port LNBF, route both coaxial cables to the grounding block. 2.For each coaxial cable attached to the grounding block, connect a second coaxial cable onto the coaxial terminal on the other side of the grounding block. This is the cable that you will route into the building to the receiver. Grounding Block with LNBF Cable

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Installation and Setup Ground and Wire The Satellite Antenna
3.Insert one end of the ground wire into the grounding terminal on the grounding block. Tighten the screw to hold the wire firmly. 4.Attach the other end of the ground wire to the clamp on the grounding rod. Tighten the screw to secure the ground wire to the grounding clamp. Tighten the grounding clamp to the grounding rod. 5.Use the cable clips to attach the cable to the side of the building. This helps prevent damage. The drip loops allow moisture to drip from the cables before being channeled into the grounding block or the building.

GROUNDING THE MAST

To protect your house and receiver, your antenna mast must also be grounded. To ground the mast, run a #8 or larger copper or aluminum wire from one of the bolts in the mast foot to the grounding rod, using the shortest possible path.
WIRE FROM ANTENNA TO RECEIVER
Use the shortest route possible to run the coaxial cable from the grounding block into the building and to your satellite receiver. Do not kink or pinch the cable. This may damage it. The simplest method is to locate your receiver inside the building against or near an outside wall. Then drill a 1/2-inch hole through the outer wall to pass the cable through to inside the building. If the receiver is located in an interior room, you should route the cable through the outside wall, and into an attic, basement, or crawl space to access the location. Seal the exterior hole with silicone or other weatherproof sealant material after installation. Once the cable is inside the building, you may attach it to a wall receptacle or directly to the receiver. Tighten the back panel coaxial cable connections only by hand. Using a wrench may over-tighten the connections, causing damage. Such damage is not covered by the Limited Warranty.

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STEP 5: ALIGNING THE DISH
This is the final step to be completed before ordering your program package. If your antenna mast is plumb, it can be accomplished very quickly; however, be patient with the adjustments, as this step can be tricky. The process of aligning the dish involves two steps. First, you must find the satellite to obtain a reading on the signal strength bar. Once this is accomplished, you fine adjust the dish pointing for maximum signal strength and obtain a solid locked signal. Finding the satellite is the most challenging of the two operations. If you can see and hear your television from where your dish is mounted, the dish alignment can be carried out easily by one person. The adjustment of the antenna is usually accomplished by two people. One person will be positioning the antenna, while the other person provides information about the effect of the adjustments by watching the signal strength bar on the television. These two people must be able to communicate, in order to obtain a peak signal level. This communication can be achieved by using a cell phone and a house phone, two walkie-talkies, a baby monitoring system or even shouting. We suggest the following procedure:

1. Make sure that the Vertical Elevation has been set according to the Satellite Location Table (page 1-44). 2. Point the antenna in the direction of the satellite, as described earlier in Step 2, with a compass. For reference, mark this starting point on the antenna clamp and mast with a pencil. 3. Power on the receiver.

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Installation and Setup Aligning The Dish

Remote Buttons

4. Press the Menu button to open the Main Menu. 5. Select the System Setup option.

Menu Options

6. Select the Installation option.
7. Select the Point Dish and Signal Strength option.
You will now see the Point Dish and Signal Strength menu. 8. You must now enter the correct number transponder. Use your cursor controls to enter no.11 in the transponder box on the screen.
9. Now you are ready to carry out the alignment of your dish.
Avoid positioning yourself directly in front of the satellite antenna while aiming it, as your body may block much or all of the satellite signal.

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Note: The signal strength indicator will turn from red to green and audio tone will increase in pitch as you get closer to optimizing the dish. Once you see a clear picture on your TV, a stronger signal will not noticeably affect the picture quality, however, it is important to continue adjustments until the absolute maximum signal strength is obtained, to ensure the most reliable signal possible in all weather conditions.
When you are fine-tuning the antenna position, the Signal Strength bar in the Point Dish and Signal Strength menu shows you the signal level you are receiving. The possible levels are between 0% and 100%. It is not necessary for the signal strength to reach 100%, and you will most likely not get the signal strength to this level. Once a signal level is indicated on the signal strength bar is green and says Locked ExpressVu you have found the correct satellite and may proceed with signal level optimization (Note: As the dish is moved into position, it is possible to receive a signal from an incorrect satellite. If this occurs the signal strength bar will remain red, the audio tone will continuously beep, and the text below the bar will indicate wrong satellite. To check if youre pointed to the right satellite, ExpressVu should be displayed message below the signal strength bar). Look at the Signal Strength bar.
If it is red and displays the word, Unlocked, you may be aiming the dish at the correct satellite but without a strong enough signal for a picture. The signal tone will be beeping. If it is red and displays the words Wrong Satellite you may be aiming the dish at a satellite other than Bell ExpressVus. The signal tone will be beeping. If it is green and displays the words Locked ExpressVu, you are aiming the dish at the correct satellite and should have a strong enough signal for a picture. The signal tone will be steady. It rises as the signal gets stronger, and lowers as the signal strength drops. You are now ready to fine tune your antenna to obtain the highest signal strength reading possible. 10. Now that the receiver has been setup to display the correct screen you are ready to adjust the dish to find the satellite. If a signal level is not indicated on the signal strength bar, loosen the mast head clamp bolts slightly and pan the dish a tiny bit in one direction and remove your hands from it. Keep doing this, in very small increments, until you swing the dish about 10 degrees. The system takes a second to display the signal strength, so you must pause between adjustments. Your partner at the TV set should inform you at each step if there is an indication on the meter. The conversation usually goes something like this:

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Ok, I moved it No Change OK, I moved it some more Hold it. I see something on the meter. , move it some more Ok I moved it some more, any change ? Yes. Its getting better. and so it goes Slowly move the dish from side to side until you find the strongest signal. If you dont find it in the one direction rotate the antenna back to the marked position and carry out the procedure again, this time with the same small movements in the opposite direction. Tighten the mast clamp bolts just enough so the dish cannot be moved horizontally.
11. Loosen the elevation bolts and the pivot bolt just enough to be able to move the support bracket. Slowly move the dish up and down until you find the strongest signal. Tighten the elevation bolts and pivot bolt just enough so the dish cannot be moved vertically. Note: Make each of these adjustments individually, loosening the bolts or screws before each movement and tightening them again before the next movement. 12.Repeat steps 11 and 12 until the Signal Strength bar is green, the word "Locked" is displayed, and you have gained the strongest signal possible.

Mast Clamp Bolts

Remember: very small adjustments - less than one degree are required at this point. You need to adjust the dish until your signal strength for transponder 11 is at least 55%. If under clear skies you cannot consistently get at least 55% signal strength on your transponder 11 you may require a larger dish. Contact your dealer. 13.Confirm that you have a picture and the strongest possible signal strength on the Point Dish and Signal Strength menu. 14.Tighten all the bolts to prevent movement of the satellite antenna. 15.We recommend that you mark the final locations on the mast and mounting bracket with a permanent marker. This assists you later if you have to realign the antenna because of movement due to wind or weather. Note: Do not scratch the painted surfaces to mark them. This will cause rusting. 16. Select the Continue option on the screen. When the Continue option is selected, another screen will appear that tells you not to disturb the receiver, and that it is downloading software. The receiver is retrieving software from the satellite necessary for it to run. You can select the Ok option, or you can just wait for the download to finish. Other than selecting Ok, do not disturb the receiver until the download finishes. This may take a few minutes.

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17. Once the download is complete you are ready to order your program package by calling the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at1-888-SKY-DISH. See page 1-51. 18. If you want the Bell ExpressVu system menus to appear in French, follow the instructions in the section Change Languages below.

CHANGE LANGUAGES

To change the menu and screens language from English to French or vice versa, do the following:
1. Press the Menu button to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the System Setup option.

3. Select Installation.

4. Select the Language Setup option.
5. You will see a screen that asks you which language you want. Select English or French, then select the Save button on the screen. From now on, most screens will appear in the language of your choice.

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Installation and Setup Help
If you cant find the satellite or suspect that your mast assembly is not exactly plumb, try the following: With your compass, aim the dish toward the satellite to the best of your ability. Now, put your spirit level vertically across the dish, as shown in the diagram, and adjust the antenna on the elevation pivot so that the antenna is vertical. In this position note the reading on the elevation gauge, this is the base vertical angle (BV) of your installation. If your antenna mast was perfectly plumb, the gauge would read 22.50. Determine the difference between your BV angle and the angle of 22.50. This difference represents the vertical correction factor which is required for your installation. If your BV angle is greater than 22.50 , add the correction factor to your Vertical Elevation from the Table (page 1-44) to produce your revised elevation angle. If your BV angle is less than 22.50, subtract the correction factor from your Vertical Elevation from the table to produce your revised elevation angle. Now, set the antennas vertical position to the revised elevation angle and proceed with panning the dish as outlined in Step 11 of the procedure. As an example here: if your BV angle is measured to be 20.5 degrees and you live in Calgary where the satellites vertical elevation is 27.6 degrees, the difference between your BV angle and 22.50 (your correction factor) is 2.0 degrees. Since your BV angle is less than 22.5 degrees, subtract 2.0 degrees from 27.6 degrees to obtain your revised Vertical Elevation of 25.6 degrees.

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SATELLITE LOCATION TABLE (LOOK ANGLES)

Community

DBS Nimiq (at 910)W Compass Direction Vertical Elevation
ALBERTA Calgary Drumheller Edmonton Fort McMurray Grandw Prairie Grimshaw High Level Lethbridge Lloydminster Medicine Hat Slave Lake BRITISH COLUMBIA Campbell River Cranbrook Dease Lake Fort Nelson Fort St. John Houston Kamloops Kelowna Kitimat Nanaimo Port Alice Prince George Prince Rupert Valemount Vancouver Victoria Williams Lake MANITOBA Brandon Churchill Dauphin 160.3 177.2 160.2 32.2 23.3 30.9 117.7 130.6 110.6 118.6 122.2 115.3 123.9 125.0 113.3 119.3 115.1 120.3 111.5 125.0 120.6 120.0 121.5 24.2 28.5 15.8 17.9 20.8 20.0 25.7 26.8 19.6 25.4 22.8 22.1 18.6 24.2 25.9 26.1 23.8 133.2 135.3 133.7 137.0 125.2 126.6 126.3 135.3 139.7 138.9 131.3 27.6 27.7 25.7 23.1 22.3 21.8 19.7 29.4 26.7 29.7 23.5

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Installation and Setup Security Features

SECURITY FEATURES

There are two levels of security: receiver security and Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre security. Each method works independently of the other. You can use either method or both methods, or you can decide not to use the security features at all.

RECEIVER SECURITY

Receiver security locks control which channels or programs can be viewed, and whether services such as Bell ExpressVu PPV events can be purchased using the receiver. Locked programs or channels require the viewer to enter a password for viewing them. For example, you can set programs with violence to be security locked. The ratings and extended ratings (content) code locks that are used for security locks reflect the codes that were assigned to the programs by the original program providers. These codes are provided for your assistance, but you should be aware that the actual content of the programs may differ from the assigned codes. When you lock the system, you must enter and verify a password. Thereafter, this password must be used to unlock the system. You can change this password at any time. If you lock the system, and then forget your password, you will not be able to watch locked programs using the receiver. You cannot reset the receiver to default settings to discard a password that you have forgotten. You will need to call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888SKY-DISH to authorize them to override your receiver password. After this is done, you will need to define a new password for the receiver if you want to use the security locks. Once you lock the system, the security locks that you have defined are activated. Also, additional cost services (such as PPV programs) are automatically security locked when you lock the system. This means you will have to enter your password to get PPV programs. If you attempt to access a locked item (such as a locked channel), you will be asked to enter the password. You are allowed three attempts to enter the correct password. If the correct password is not entered, the receiver will not allow more attempts for several minutes. If you enter the correct password, you can then see the locked item. If you exit the locked item, you must reenter the password to see it again. You can unlock the system so that you will not be prompted for the password again. The system will be unlocked until you lock it again.

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SMART CARD
The Smart Card identifies your receiver to the Bell ExpressVu network. The Smart Card authorizes descrambling of the satellite signal, and authorizes purchases using the receiver. Your receiver will not work without the Smart Card that was shipped with it. You cannot use a Smart Card that was shipped with another system in your receiver. Be careful not to bend or damage your Smart Card. Your Smart Card is not covered by your Limited Warranty. If you lose or damage your Smart Card, you will be charged a replacement fee. When you first install your receiver, make sure that the Smart Card is firmly inserted into the slot behind the access door of the receiver.

QUICK INSTALL Features
Used during installation to get the direction and elevation to the BellExpressVu satellite. Quickest wiring setup. Minimum number of components. Can view local or satellite programming. Can easily switch between satellite and local programming by: Pressing the TV/Video button on the remote, or Powering the Bell ExpressVu receiver OFF

Equipment

Bell ExpressVu Receiver TV Cable TV box or broadcast TV antenna

Quality

Good picture Good non-stereo sound
QUICK INSTALL FOR 2700/3700 MODELS

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QUICK INSTALL FOR 4700 MODEL
Note: The off-air television antenna shown in the following diagram is optional.
Note: Ground the satellite antenna, off-air antenna, and coaxial cables in accordance with local, provincial and national electrical codes. Put drip loops in the cables to allow moisture to drip off before running into the equipment or the building.

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ASSEMBLE THE SATELLITE ANTENNA

What is Happening

The support arm and bracket are separate pieces. You want your system to support two receivers, but you have only a single output LNBF.

Possible Reasons Why

Some models of the support arm/bracket require assembly. You must have a dual output LNBF to support two receivers. You must also run a separate coaxial cable from each LNBF output to each receiver. This is a feature of satellite TV in general, not just the Bell ExpressVu system.

What to Do

Assemble the support arm and bracket. Contact your dealer to order a dual LNBF.
FINE-TUNE THE AIM OF THE SATELLITE ANTENNA
The Signal Strength bar indicates a signal strength, but is red and displays the word "Unlocked." The Signal Strength bar is green, but you cannot finetune the antenna aim for a 100% signal strength.
The satellite antenna may be aimed at the Bell ExpressVu satellite, but without a signal strength sufficient to display a TV picture. The signal strength is not intended to reach 100%

WELCOME!

Introduction

Congratulations on your selection of the Bell ExpressVu satellite television system. Thank you for your purchase. You will be pleased with the performance, capabilities, entertainment options, and ease of operation of your system. This Bell ExpressVu system is an innovative product, providing you with the best in television programming today. It is designed to be easy to use and able to support current and future technologies. Your Bell ExpressVu system complies with MPEG II and DVB standards for compressing audio and video data, chosen because of their efficiency and long-term usage. How does this benefit you? It means the system will be compatible with new technologies in consumer electronic products, such as digital video disk (DVD) players, digital video cassette recorders (VCRs), and data communication networks. You can now select from a wide variety of programming to view and enjoy. You can choose from multiple program packages and add more channels to meet your tastes.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

For basic installation procedures, see the Installation Instructions booklet that came with your system. For more detailed installation procedures, see the Installation Kit Guide included in the optional Installation Kit. For information on professional installation, call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH. For assistance using the receiver or remote: 1 Review the part of this Guide that covers the desired subject. 2. If this does not help, review the Problems and Solutions Tables beginning on page 4-10. 3. If this does not help, call Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH, or see the home page at http://www.expressvu.com on the World Wide Web.

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User Guide
ABOUT SATELLITE TELEVISION
Bell ExpressVu uses a satellite in a geosynchronous orbit over the Earth to deliver television and audio programming. This type of orbit enables the satellite to stay aligned over one place on the surface of the Earth. Once the satellite dish is aimed at the satellite, the dish does not have to move to follow it.
The programming signal is transmitted to the satellite from a facility on the ground called the Uplink Center. The satellite then transmits the signal to your antenna. The signal your Bell ExpressVu system receives is customized based on the programming or information services ordered.
To receive Bell ExpressVu services, you must have a satellite dish and receiver installed that are compatible with the Bell ExpressVu network. To order pay per view programs, you must connect the receiver to an active telephone connection.

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Introduction Satellite Signal Quality

SATELLITE SIGNAL QUALITY

RAIN AND SNOW FADE Heavy rain, snow, or cloud cover can block the satellite signal, which can interrupt your programming service. By aiming the satellite dish to get the strongest signal, you can help prevent rain and snow from interrupting the signal.
SOLAR INTERFERENCE Twice a year, the sun moves to a position behind the satellite, in orbit around the Earth. The exact time of the year that this occurs varies, depending on the location, but it will be around the beginning of spring and again around the beginning of autumn. When the sun is directly behind the satellite, solar energy overpowers the satellite signal for just a few minutes. This is an unavoidable natural event for all programming distributed by satellite. During this period, you will not be able to see programs. Once the sun has moved from behind the satellite, the programs will reappear.

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SUMMARY OF FEATURES
Following is a brief explanation of the standard features of the Bell ExpressVu system. For more detailed information, see Chapter 2 - The Parts of Your System.

Front Panel Buttons

You can use the front panel of the receiver to change channels, and use the Bell ExpressVu system menus. See Receiver Front Panel on page 2-1. You can use the remote control to change channels, order additional services, use the Bell ExpressVu system menus, and control your TV and other electronic equipment (when programmed). See Bell ExpressVu Remote Control on page 2-3 for more information. You can easily access all the special features using the on-screen menu system. Simple highlight and select options allow quick, easy navigation and programming within the menu screens. See Menus on page 2-4 for more information. You can get information about a program, select the program, and purchase additional services. See Program Guide on page 2-5 for more information. You can limit your selection to those programs within a theme, such as movies or sports, so that you can quickly find a desired program. See Themes on page 2-5 for more information. You can create up to 4 lists that each include 30 of your favourite channels. You can choose that only your favourite channels will be shown in most program listings. See Favourites Lists on page 2-6 for more information.

Remote Control

Simple Menu Operation

On-Screen Program Guide

Themes (not available on all receivers)
Favourites Lists (not available on all receivers)

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Introduction Summary of Features

System/Parental Locks

You can define password protection to prevent viewing of specific channels or programs that you consider unsuitable. In addition, you can prevent purchase of Bell ExpressVu PPV programs. A number of channels feature commercial free audio-only programs. These range from programs specializing in classical music, to a variety of modern music and other program options. You can listen to digital quality sound through the Bell ExpressVu receiver. Occasionally, you may receive software upgrades via the Bell ExpressVu satellite signal. These software upgrades may include new features for the menus or additional functions for existing menus. This allows you to use the latest features in the Bell ExpressVu system without having to buy additional equipment. You can have your Bell ExpressVu receiver record programs (events), automatically tune to a specified program, or remind you that a program is about to start.

Audio-only Programming

Digital Sound Quality

Software Upgrades

Event Timers (not available on all receivers)

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AVAILABLE SERVICES
Your Bell ExpressVu system is capable of receiving a wide range of exciting and entertaining services. The available services encompass an unlimited variety of interests, including movies, sports, news, music, comedy, and more. We recommend that you become familiar with the capabilities of your Bell ExpressVu system to take full advantage of the wide range of services provided. Listed below is a description of the categories of service that are available.

SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES

Subscription services are program channels or services that you subscribe to for extended periods. Subscription services are billed at regular intervals, and remain activated until you call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH to terminate them. Package and la carte subscription services are described below.

COMBO PACKAGE SERVICES

Combo Package services are groups of services that are offered to you at a discount. Combo Packages provide the greatest value to you because they combine the services that you wish to activate at a reduced rate, as compared to the rates charged individually for la carte packages. You can call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH to inquire about program packages and special offerings. A Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Representative may suggest a package to you to provide you with the highest level of service for the best value.

LA CARTE SERVICES

la carte services are individual program channels or services that are authorized and billed separately on your account. la carte services allow you to pay for only the programming you wish to view. To subscribe to la carte services, call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH.

FREE PREVIEW

Occasionally, subscription providers allow a period of free viewing of a subscription channel, such as viewing The Family ChannelTM free for a weekend. You may notice these channels are available for viewing, even if you did not purchase them, when you select the channel using any of the methods described in Change Channels on page 3-19. Enjoy the programming provided, and if you wish to purchase the channel, call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH. Bell ExpressVu also provides you with its very own free XPRS preview channel all the time.

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Introduction Available Services

ONE-TIME SERVICES

One-time services are broadcast events and purchases that are billed once on your account. One-time services include Bell ExpressVu PPV programs, and installation and repair charges. You may pay for certain one-time services over an extended period of time. Your Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre Representative can provide you with payment options on these charges.
BELL EXPRESSVU PPV EVENTS
A Bell ExpressVu PPV event is a program that is billed once on your account for a single viewing, such as movies from Hollywood, musical events, or sports. After you purchase a Bell ExpressVu PPV program, the fee is added to your next invoice. The amount of the fee will vary depending on the specific Bell ExpressVu PPV program you purchase.
PURCHASE BELL EXPRESSVU PPV PROGRAM
Purchase the Bell ExpressVu PPV program using the menus on the Bell ExpressVu receiver (see Bell ExpressVu PPV on page 3-26 for the step-by-step procedure).
INSTALLATION, ACTIVATION, AND REPAIR SERVICES
Installation and repair services are one-time, non-broadcast charges that you must arrange for separately with an authorized service provider. Installation charges are billed when an authorized technician installs your system. Repair charges are applied when an authorized repair facility has performed non-warranty repairs on your equipment (see Limited Warranty on page A-1 for more information). To get the number of your nearest authorized installer or repair facility, check with your retailer or call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre at 1-888-SKY-DISH. Activation charges may be applied in specific service situations. For information on these charges call the Bell ExpressVu Customer Service Call Centre.

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QUICK START TIPS
The following information helps you get a fast start using the Bell ExpressVu system. See the referenced pages for additional information. Before doing any installation procedures or using the Bell ExpressVu system, be sure to read Safety Instructions on page iii. Safety Instructions provides important information to prevent damage to the equipment, and injury to yourself.

A QUICK LOOK AT MENUS

Following is a summary of the menus that you will probably see the most often. For more detailed information about these menus, see The Menu Structure on page 2-4.

PROGRAM BANNER

BROWSE BANNER

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Introduction Quick Start Tips

MAIN MENU

PROGRAM GUIDE
Note: About Program Markers Indicates that this program began or will end in a time period that is not in view. Indicates that the last available time period in view (you cannot display a time later than this). Indicates that the first viewable time period is in view (you cannot display a time earlier than this).

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The following information helps you get a fast start using the system. The left column describes some common options and the right column shows which button on the remote control to use.

CHANGE CHANNELS

If you are watching a program, press the remote control Up or Down arrow button, or enter the channel using the number pad buttons. You can also use the receiver front panel buttons.

OPEN THE MAIN MENU

Press the remote control Menu button.

OPEN THE PROGRAM GUIDE

Press the remote control Guide button.

OPEN THE BROWSE BANNER

Press the remote control Browse button.
ORDER A PAY PER VIEW PROGRAM
Choose the program using the Program Guide, and follow the on-screen instructions.
SEE THE LAST CHANNEL YOU WATCHED
Press the remote control Recall button. Press this button repeatedly to switch between the last two channels.
SELECT A PROGRAM BASED ON A THEME
Press the remote control Left arrow button. If the Main Menu is open, select the Themes option, select the Theme, then the program.
SEE INFORMATION ABOUT A PROGRAM
Press the remote control Info button while using the Program Guide, Browse Banner, Themes, or while watching a Program.
ACTIVATE A FAVOURITES LIST
Press the remote control Guide button to open the Program Guide. Press the Guide button repeatedly to scan through the available Favourites Lists.