pansat web store FAQ section

Q1. What channels can I get with a Free-to-Air receiver? A. You will receive channels that are digital MPEG2 and not scrambled. You can find a listing of these channels (and others) on lyngsat.com Q2. What size dish do I need? A. Normally, within the boundaries of the continental US, you can use a 75cm dish. Fringe areas should use a 90cm or larger dish. Southern Canada or Northern Mexico should use 90cm or larger. Q3. Any guarantee that these channels will remain free? A. No, no one can guarantee "free channels." You will receive these channels as long as they remain free and in the clear (not scrambled). Q4. I heard there are channels on C-band as well. Will FTA receiver pick up C-band? A. Yes, it will receive C-band and Ku-band. Of course C-band requires a larger dish, a C-band feed, and LNB. Q5. Can I add FTA receiver to my existing C-band system? A. Yes, you can. If you want to receive Ku-band signals on your C-band dish, you must have a Ku LNB on you feed system. This will usually require a C to C/Ku upgrade kit. Q6. How do I find the satellite? A. The satellite you want to use will be determined by the programming you want to view. Telstar 5 is a very popular satellite for ethnic channels, Bloomberg, etc. Locate your satellite/programming on one of the web sites listed above and align your dish to that satellite. Q7. How do I peak my dish? A. I suggest that you purchase an inexpensive signal meter for this purpose. Q8. What channels are available? A. Take a look at lyngsat.com. You can get an idea of the available programming from that site. Q9. What is the noise temperature of a Typical LNBF? A. Usually about 0.6dB or lower. Q10. I want two receivers. What do I need? A. You will need a dual LNBF. Normally, this will be a direct replacement for your existing LNBF. You will need to run a second coax from the dual LNBF to your second receiver. Q11. I want more than two receivers. Now what do I need? A. You will need the dual LNBF and a device called a multi-switch which allows for several receivers. The most common is a four receiver switch. Q12. Can I use a diplexer to consolidate my local broadcast channels with my satellite signal? A. Yes, you will need two diplexers; one to combine the signal on the outside and another one to separate those signals on the inside of your home.