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DirecTV SlimLine Users

The differences between a Tripod and the PDQ Signal stand:

Features	PDQ Signal	Tripod
Has a separate Level to assure that the multiple Satellite LNB are kept aligned	X
Check for Line of Sight	X
Top Heavy		X
Azimuth Gauge	X
Elevation Gauge
Skew/Tilt Gauge
Number of Legs	4	3
Built-in Levels	X
Keyed Mast *	X
Quick Adjustment on Uneven Terrain **	X

*PDQ Signal post is keyed to the stand so that the dish is always in alignment to the stand’s compass settings. A tripod is a post that has the dish repositioned each time it is used.

**PDQ Signal has threaded ¾ inch rods for legs allowing adjustments on each corner to allow for the stand to be aligned to a Magnetic North.
**Most tripods do not have easy leg adjustments. Some must use wedges or adjustments to the ground for setting up on uneven terrain.

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Specifications

Thinking about or trying to use the SlimLine HD dish and finding that it needs a stronger stand because of its size and weight? We have the answer! The PDQ signal’s 2 inch OD Model was designed for the DirecTV's SlimLine dish.

The PDQ Signal supports either 3 or 5 LNBs, along with the new SWM technology. While testing these dishes a strong signal was always found within 5 minutes.

The redesigned Elevation and Tilt gauges on the base of the SlimLine dish is very accurate and a welcomed improvement over the prior design. Because of this and the weight of the dish, the 2 inch model does not have these gauges built into the stand. We do, however, have the missing Azimuth gauge.

Having trouble setting up the Dish? Sometimes it takes just a few minutes and then the next time it can take hours? Having a plum post is very important when trying to get ALL the satellites. Do you get the 101 KU band signal but not the KA 99 and 103 like you should? The PDQ Signal has two levels, one for the elevation.and a second one on the back side of the post which is in line with the LNB. It's the important one! This level assures you that the LNB is lined up with all the satellites.

Do the small azimuth readings on your hand held compass leave you guessing as to where to aim your dish? We have a built-in Azimuth gauge with a 14 inch diameter display. Each mark on the ring is one degree. The large azimuth display, the built–in compass; and a dish that is keyed to the magnetic north alignment of the base will have you pointing in the correct direction from the start.

Have a dish on the roof but don’t want to spend the addition cost to get the SlimLine setup? The PDQ Signal is the answer: low cost and easy setup. The addition bonus is that it can be moved to a location that has a clear line to the satellite, unlike the one that is mounted on the roof.

Ease of setup that reduces the STRESS and TENSION that can build when setting up.
Locating all the signals needed to get the HD channels you are paying for.

Our RV life style does not need this FRUSTRATION!

We need to ENJOY being on the road, not dreading the Dish setup routine.

If any of this is true for you
Then you should replace your current stand with

The “PDQ Signal” Stand

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Specifications

Need more reasons? Let’s look at how the PDQ Signal Stand can further help you when setting up your satellite dish.

With the PDQ Signal stand you will start with a signal. That’s right! Once the Stand and your SlimLine dish have been calibrated to each other the stand is so accurate that within minutes, if not at the start, you will see signal strength displayed.

Using the elevation and tilt gauges on the SlimLine dish and having the additional azimuth gauge, you are able to set the dish to the requested setting for your new location. The dish will be pointing at the correct satellites.

With PDQ Signal the base is a compass with a 14 inch diameter Azimuth setting. With all the parts, including the Dish itself, keyed to the Magnetic North of the stand the dish starts in the right direction.

Using a meter and still not on the right satellite? Most of the time, because of the PDQ Signal stand's ability to start with a signal, we do not use a signal meter. The only time is when we are without our Partner and cannot hear the TV. However, the PDQ Signal stand is so accurate that with the settings from the local zip codes your meter is on the correct satellite from the start.

Are you not finding all of your satellites? The PDQ stand has 2 levels. One for elevation and a second level to assures that the LNB is in the correct alignment to the horizon. With the LNB correctly alined, you will have all the satellites. This is a must when having multiple satellites. The front level must be correct if you want to be assured that the satellites are going to line up. The first level, the one on the side, will help you with the elevation. However it’s ok if it gets out of the bubble while fine tuning the elevation, but that back one, it must stay level to be assured that all satellites are found. That is why the stand does not use a single bullet level.

Did you get all setup just to find out that maybe that tree or building really was in the way? With the PDQ stand comes a periscope that we loving call the LOST unit; Line Of Sight Tool. Because the LOST unit is keyed the same as the stand and dish, you can place the LOST unit on the stand in place of the dish. Now you can look through the eye piece and see if that tree or building is in the way. If so, you can move to an area without the obstacles.

How about those times when you could not nail down the tripod and the weights did not keep if from falling over and the dish and/or the LNB got broken or bent up? The SlimLine dish is very large and the winds can blow a stand over. A damaged dish or LNB can be costly to replace. With winds up to 30 MPH, having the suggested two 10lbs weights is all that is needed. Some users have had to add an additional weight when the winds are above 30 MPH with gusts. We are developing an optional “Strong Wind Kit” that allows the stand to be used in almost all type of windy conditions.