Dish Network DISH 1000 User manual

Attention and Warning Symbols
You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This guide provides various procedures.
If you do some of these procedures carelessly, you could injure or kill yourself or damage equipment or
property. Some other procedures require special attention.
Important Safety Instructions
You must keep safety in mind when you install and use the DISH 1000. Refer to the safety instructions in
the installation instructions that came with your system. In this guide, the following notes tell you when
you need to pay special attention:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
Keep the following in mind when you install the DISH 1000:
• Before you drill any holes in your building, make sure there are no wires or pipes near the holes.
• Install the equipment in accordance with the local building and electrical codes. If you aren’t sure,
call a licensed building inspector or electrician for help.
• Never install the satellite dish near power lines.
• Don’t install the satellite dish 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.
Note to Satellite TV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the satellite TV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Marks a procedure where the following may happen:
• Personal injury or death may occur.
• Equipment or property may be damaged.
Marks the following issues:
• Important operation or maintenance instructions follow.
• Special attention is required.

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Introduction
Overview
These instructions guide you through the installation of a DISH Network DISH 1000 antenna. The
DISH 1000 is capable of receiving digital television signals from three DBS satellite locations: 110°W,
119°W, and 129°W. These instructions cover wall mounting only. For other mounting options (for
example, pole mounting, struts, non-penetrating mounting), see the Retailer Care Site at
retailer.echostar.com.
Your DISH 1000 antenna system consists of a reflector assembly, one DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF and one
DISH Pro Single or Dual LNBF.
Installation Considerations
While all DISH Network satellite receivers can be connected to the DISH 1000, the following models
cannot detect the 129°W location: 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, JVC-DVHS, and the DishPlayer 7100/
7200.
This installation does not support one lone Legacy receiver or two Legacy receivers. Legacy receivers do
not have the DISH Pro or DISH Pro Plus logo (shown below).
About the System
The DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF provides reception from the 110°W and 119°W orbital locations, and
provides an input from a DISH Pro Single or Dual LNBF to receive programming from 129°W.
The DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF supports connection of up to two satellite receivers in any of the following
combinations:
• Single-cable connection to DISH Pro Plus (dual-tuner) receivers, when each input is used with a DISH
Pro Plus Separator.
• Single-cable connection to DISH Pro receivers.
• Single-cable connection to a Legacy receiver provided that a DISH Pro or DISH Pro Plus receiver is
also connected. No DISH Pro Adapter is required.
Attention! These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified professional
technicians due to the complexity of the installation and compliance to national/local building
and electrical codes.

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Quick Installation Instructions
Figure 1. DISH 1000 Antenna Installation Overview
1. Find Azimuth/Elevation/Skew angles for your location (instructions on page 3 and tables on page 8).
2. Find a location for the dish antenna with a clear line of sight and a sturdy mounting surface (page 3, step 1).
3. Mount the mast, making sure it is absolutely vertical (page 3, steps 2 and 3).
4. Assemble the dish antenna, setting the skew and elevation angles in the process (page 3, steps 4-6).
5. Mount the dish antenna on the mast and point the dish to the azimuth angle (page 3, step 7).
6. Run cables between the dish antenna and the receiver(s) (page 4, step 1).
7. Connect the 5-1/2 foot long cable to the DISH Pro LNBF and attach the LNBF to the W-Bracket 129°W slot
(page 4, step 2).
8. Using a peaking meter attached to the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF Port 1, peak the dish on 119°W for
maximum strength. Tighten all bolts (see Table 1) and re-confirm maximum signal (page 4, steps 3-6).
9. Connect the receiver cable(s) to the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF Port 1 (and Port 2, as necessary) (page 5, step 9).
10. Connect the 5-1/2 foot long cable to the LNB INport of the DISH Pro Plus Twin and attach the LNBF to the W-
Bracket (page 5, step 7).
11. Confirm receiver software. Take a receiver download if necessary (page 5, step 8)
12. Run Check Switch test and confirm 110°W and 119°W reception (page 6, steps 10 and 11).
13. Take a software download, if you didn’t already (page 6, step 12).
14. Run a Check Switch test and confirm 110ºW, 119ºW, and 129ºW reception (page 6, step 13).
15. Install an additional receiver, if necessary (page 6, step 14).

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Locating the Dish Antenna
Use the Angles Tables starting on page 8 to find the azimuth, elevation, and skew angles using the ZIP code
from your location. Write the angles in the space provided below.
Azimuth: Elevation: Skew:
Using these azimuth and elevation angles, find a mounting location for the satellite dish, which can be
pointed towards the satellites located at these angles. Use a compass and the azimuth angle to find the
direction along the horizon that the dish should be pointed. Then use the elevation angle to find out how
high the satellites are in the sky from your location. Make sure nothing blocks the line of sight between the
dish and the satellites. Make sure this line of sight will not be blocked by future growth of nearby trees or
other foliage. Also make sure your mounting location provides sufficient clearance to rotate the reflector as
needed to point toward the satellites.
Assembling and Mounting the Dish
Follow these instructions to assemble the satellite dish, mount it, and point it in the direction of the
satellites.
Using the azimuth and elevation angles, find a location for the satellite dish which can be pointed
towards the satellites located at these angles. Make sure nothing blocks the line of sight between the
dish and the satellites.
Mount the mast to a solid surface so that the dish antenna cannot move or be bumped out of
adjustment. Keep in mind that physical and environmental conditions can block your satellite dish’s
ability to receive a clear satellite signal. Never mount to a tree or a public utility pole.
Align the top part of the mast so that it is absolutely vertical. If the top part of the mast is off vertical
by only a few degrees, it will be difficult or maybe even impossible for you to find the satellites. Take
at least two readings with a level, on the upper mast, that are 90 degrees apart from one another (see
Figure 1).
Assemble the satellite dish as shown in Figure 1, except do not attach the LNBFs at this time.
Loosen both skew bolts and set the skew by rotating the dish mounting bracket to align the red mark
with the required angle on the skew scale which you wrote down above. Tighten the skew bolts
securely to keep the dish from rotating. See Table 1 for the required torque values. After the skew is
set, do not try to fine-tune the skew angle when aiming the dish.
Set the elevation by tilting the dish mounting bracket to align the red edge with the required angle on
the elevation scale. Tighten the elevation bolts snugly to prevent movement.
Slide the dish assembly down onto the mast. Make sure the pivot bolt rests on the top of the mast.
Turn the dish assembly so that it points in the general direction of the satellites, using the azimuth
angle you wrote above.

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Installing the Receivers
Use the steps below while referring to Figure 1 for this installation.
Table 1. Torque Values
Run RG-6 coaxial cables from the DISH 1000 antenna to the receiver location(s) using the
following cable requirements. Account for grounding or other devices and in-home cabling.
• Only RG-6 coaxial cables rated for 950 to 2150 MHz can be used in this installation. Do not
use existing cables such as RG-59. These other cables may cause signal loss. Also, be sure
that any outdoor connections are made using waterproof F-connectors.
• The length of the RG-6 cable from the DISH 1000 must not be longer than:
- 200 feet for DISH Pro or DISH Pro Plus receivers.
- 150 feet for Legacy receivers.
The center conductor must not extend past the rim of the F-connector more than the
thickness of a nickel.
Tighten all outdoor cable connections up to the recommended manufacturer torque value
to ensure seal against moisture. Damage caused by over-tightening is not covered by the
limited warranty.
Thread a 5-1/2 foot long cable through the LNBF arm and 129°W slot of the W-Bracket. Connect
the cable to the DISH Pro LNBF. Attach the DISH Pro LNBF to the W-Bracket 129°W slot with
one screw.
Connect a temporary cable to a peaking meter. Thread the other end of the cable through the LNBF
arm and 119°W slot of the W-Bracket. Connect the temporary cable to PORT 1 of the DISH Pro
Plus Twin LNBF and attach the DISH Pro Plus Twin to the W-Bracket with two screws.
Note: If the peaking meter does not have enough current (450 mA) to power the DISH Pro Plus
Twin LNBF, connect PORT 2 of the LNBF to the SATELLITE INport of a powered receiver.
Peak the dish for the strongest possible signal on the 119°W satellite signal using the azimuth and
elevation settings you wrote on page 3. Do not adjust the skew.
Note: If you cannot find the 119°W signal, try adjusting the elevation up one or two degrees.
With the peaking meter still connected, tighten the mast clamp and elevation bolts using the torque
values listed in Table 1. Re-confirm signal strength after tightening the bolts.
Location Torque Value
Mast Adjustment Bolt
Note: Do not adjust the tightness of the pivot bolt. 120 inch-pounds
Mast Clamp
Note: Clamp must be fully seated with pivot bolt resting on top of mast
Note: Do not adjust the tightness of the pivot bolt.
85 inch-pounds
Elevation Bolts 90 inch-pounds
Skew Bolts 100 inch-pounds
Reflector Bolts 70 inch-pounds

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Table 2. Software Required for Dual-Tuner Receiver Installation
Remove the temporary cable used for peaking the dish. Thread the cable(s) from the receiver(s)
through the LNBF arm and 119°W slot of the W-Bracket. Connect these cables to PORT 1 and
PORT 2, as applicable.
Thread the loose end of the 5-1/2 foot long cable through the LNBF arm and 110°W slot of the W-
Bracket. Connect to the LNB INport on the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF. Attach the DISH Pro Plus
Twin LNBF to the W-Bracket with two screws.
Note: Make sure to loop the 5-1/2 foot long cable in a circle as shown in Figure 1 on page 2.
Connect the receiver(s) to the TV(s) and display the System Information screen (for most receivers,
press MENU-6-1-3 on the remote control). Make sure the software version meets the requirements
on the Table 2. If the receiver has older software, go to Special Downloading Instructions on page 7.
If the receiver has the required software, continue on to the next step in this procedure.
Receiver Software Version
DISH 322 L054 or later or current download
DISH Player-DVR 522 L059 or later or current download
DISH 721 Current download
DISH Player-DVR 921 L052 or later or current download
Legacy Tuners All
Single Tuner DISH Pro Receivers All
DISH Player-DVR 625, DISH Player-DVR 942, and future DISH Pro Plus Dual-Tuner
Receivers All
Connect a cable from DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF PORT 1 (or PORT 2) to a
DISH Pro or DISH Pro Plus satellite receiver’s SATELLITE INconnection(s)
(a Legacy receiver will be installed later in this procedure, if necessary). For
DISH Pro Plus dual-tuner receivers with a single cable, install a DISH Pro
Plus Separator as follows:
a. Connect a cable from the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF output (PORT
1or PORT 2) to the DISH Pro Plus Separator Input.
b. Connect cables between the receiver’s SATELLITE IN1 and
SATELLITE IN2 to PORTS 1 and 2 respectively on the DISH Pro Plus
Separator.
You must use a DISH Pro Plus Separator in this installation. A splitter or other
device will not work in this configuration.
Tighten all indoor coaxial cable connections to the receiver only by hand. If you
use a wrench, you may over-tighten the connections and damage your equipment.

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From the Point Dish screen, run Check Switch.When the Check Switch procedure finishes, you
should see an Installation Summary screen similar to the one shown below. Make sure the summary
screen shows reception from the 119°W and 110°W satellites on all available satellite tuners. Also
confirm the LNBF is correctly identified as a DPP Twin (some early factory software on some
models may identify this LNBF as a DP Twin. This identification is OK).
Exit the Installation Summary screen and display the Point Dish/Signal screen. Make sure the
signal strength bar is green and locked for the 119°W and 110°W satellites.
Note: If the signal strength bar is not green and locked, toggle the transponder number up one and
then back down one.
Exit the Point Dish/Signal screen and follow your receiver user's guide instructions for taking a
receiver software upgrade. If exiting the Point Dish screen does not start the upgrade process as
described in the receiver user's guide, then turn off the receiver for at least 20 minutes (on most
receivers) to allow the receiver to take a software upgrade.
Run Check Switch again and confirm reception for 129°W, as well as reception for the 119°W and
110°W satellites.
If installing an additional receiver:
• DISH Pro Plus - Connect the receiver and repeat steps 9 through 14 of this procedure.
• DISH Pro or Legacy - Connect the receiver. Turn the receiver off to take a software download
(takes about 20 minutes on most receivers). Run Check Switch. Make sure the summary screen
shows reception from the 110°W, 119°W, and 129°W satellites. Note, on Legacy receivers, the
DP Plus Twin will be identified as SW64. This indication is OK and does not indicate a problem.
Note: If you have current
software, you might see 129°W
under Port 3 on the Installation
Summary screen.

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Connecting to a Switch
The DISH 1000 LNBFs can be connected to provide 119°W, 110°W, and 129°W satellite signals to a DISH
Pro Plus 44 switch. In this installation, the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF PORT 1 will default to the 119°W
position, PORT 2 will default to the 110°W position, and the LNB INport cannot be used. The DISH Pro
LNBF supplies the 129°W signal directly to the switch. Refer to the instructions provided with the DISH
Pro Plus 44 switch.
Note: The DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF is NOT compatible with the DISH Pro 34 switch in any installation.
To install the DISH Pro 34 switch, you must replace the DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF with LNBF(s)
compatible with the DISH Pro 34 switch.
Special Downloading Instructions
Use these instructions directed by step 8 on page 5 to update dual-tuner receiver software.
Note: You will need a DISH Pro compliant splitter to complete this installation. The splitter is used only
temporarily during receiver software upgrade and must not be left installed in the system.
1. Connect a single cable from either DISH Pro Plus Twin LNBF port (PORT 1 or PORT 2) to the LNB
port on a DISH Pro compliant splitter (not a DISH Pro Plus Separator). Then connect two cables from
the receiver ports on the DISH Pro compliant splitter to SATELLITE IN1 and 2ports on the receiver.
This DISH Pro splitter in this installation is used only temporarily for upgrading receiver
software. This splitter must be removed and replaced with a DISH Pro Plus Separator
following software upgrade or else the system will not work properly.
2. Display the Point Dish/Signal screen. Make sure the signal strength bar is green and locked for the
119°W or 110°W satellites on an odd transponder 11 or greater (for example, 11, 13, 15, etc.).
Note: If the signal strength bar is not green and locked, toggle the transponder number up one and then
back down one.
Do not run Check Switch at this time. If you do run Check Switch by mistake, this situation
can be corrected by completing the following:
a. Disconnect all SATELLITE INcables.
b. Run Check Switch.
c. When Check Switch finishes, exit the Installation Summary screen back to the Point
Dish screen.
d. Reconnect all SATELLITE INcables.
3. Exit the Point Dish/Signal screen and follow your receiver user's guide instructions for taking a
receiver software upgrade. If exiting the Point Dish/Signal screen does not start the upgrade process
as described in the receiver user's guide, then, turn off the receiver for at least 20 minutes (on most
receivers) to allow the receiver to take a software upgrade.
4. After the software upgrade is complete, remove the DISH Pro compliant splitter.
5. Return to page 5 and finish the installation starting with step 9.

Dish Pointing Angles
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Use the tables below as follows:
1. Find the ZIP code for your location.
2. Find the row that contains the ZIP code or the first three digits of the ZIP code. For example, the
corect row for ZIP code 80112 is 801XX.
3. Write down the number in the AZ column in the “Azimuth” blank on page 2.
4. Write down the number in the EL column in the “Elevation” blank on page 2.
5. Write down the number in the SK column in the “Skew” blank on page 2.
ZIP CODE
RANGE AZ EL SK ZIP CODE RANGE AZ EL SK ZIP CODE RANGE AZ EL SK ZIP CODE RANGE AZ EL SK
00001 118 15 71 00136 258 18 126 00214 165 49 89 012XX 251 22 128
00002 121 12 78 00137 259 17 126 00215 165 49 89 013XX 252 22 128
00003 118 17 69 00138 259 17 127 00216 166 49 90 014XX 253 21 128
00004 121 16 73 00139 255 19 127 00217 167 47 91 015XX 253 22 129
00006 122 15 76 00140 256 19 127 00218 161 43 88 016XX 253 22 129
00007 117 9 78 00141 259 18 127 00219 191 42 107 017XX 254 21 129
00008 141 26 83 00145 256 19 127 00222 240 36 137 018XX 254 21 129
00010 116 11 71 00147 256 19 127 00223 243 37 141 019XX 255 21 129
00011 122 17 74 00148 259 17 126 00225 243 36 139 020XX 255 21 129
00013 163 44 89 00151 260 17 128 00226 244 38 142 021XX 255 21 129
00019 162 42 89 00152 248 26 131 00228 244 37 142 022XX 255 21 129
00020 165 45 90 00155 246 27 131 00229 240 36 137 023XX 255 21 129
00022 157 43 85 00156 246 27 130 00232 240 38 139 024XX 255 21 129
00025 161 41 89 00157 246 27 130 00234 244 37 141 025XX 255 21 130
00028 161 43 88 00159 254 21 130 00236 168 39 93 026XX 256 21 130
00031 163 47 88 00160 216 28 113 00238 222 42 128 027XX 254 21 129
00032 165 48 89 00161 214 28 113 00241 213 28 112 028XX 254 22 129
00033 163 43 89 00164 205 29 109 00243 227 41 130 029XX 254 22 129
00034 157 41 86 00165 207 29 110 00246 175 34 97 030XX 254 21 128
00035 160 41 88 00166 207 29 110 00250 190 45 107 031XX 254 21 128
00037 158 42 86 00168 255 20 127 00252 191 48 108 032XX 254 21 127
00038 160 42 87 00169 255 20 127 00255 206 43 116 033XX 254 21 128
00039 157 42 86 00170 254 20 126 00257 156 38 86 034XX 252 21 128
00040 165 45 90 00172 255 20 127 00258 158 38 87 035XX 254 20 127
00044 163 44 90 00173 255 20 127 00259 159 40 87 036XX 252 21 128
00047 160 43 87 00174 255 20 127 00260 158 37 88 037XX 253 21 127
00048 159 43 86 00176 255 20 127 00266 178 42 99 038XX 254 20 128
00049 157 41 85 00177 255 20 127 00267 158 33 88 039XX 255 20 128
00050 157 41 85 00179 255 20 127 00268 161 36 90 040XX 255 20 128
00051 163 44 89 00180 255 20 127 00270 159 36 89 041XX 256 20 128
00052 163 44 89 00181 254 20 127 00276 177 37 98 042XX 255 20 127
00054 157 41 85 00182 254 20 127 00277 159 33 89 043XX 257 19 128
00055 157 41 86 00183 255 20 127 00278 158 38 87 044XX 259 18 127
00058 165 45 90 00184 255 20 127 00279 177 37 98 045XX 256 19 128
00065 162 43 88 00185 254 20 127 00280 163 44 89 046XX 259 18 128
00087 243 36 139 00186 254 20 126 00281 177 40 99 047XX 259 17 126
00097 243 38 142 00187 254 20 126 00282 178 40 99 048XX 258 19 128
00116 221 44 128 00188 213 49 125 00283 238 27 125 049XX 257 19 127
00119 224 43 130 00189 213 49 124 00284 252 20 126 050XX 253 21 127
00120 224 43 130 00190 254 20 126 00285 250 24 129 051XX 252 22 127
00124 221 42 127 00191 254 20 126 00286 245 30 133 052XX 251 22 127
00125 257 17 125 00192 254 20 126 00401 250 24 129 053XX 252 22 128
00126 256 19 126 00195 154 36 86 00501 252 23 130 054XX 252 21 126
00127 259 18 128 00198 122 16 75 00544 252 23 130 055XX 254 21 129
00128 254 19 126 00199 180 50 100 006XX 268 27 157 056XX 252 21 126
00130 258 18 127 00200 179 51 100 007XX 268 27 157 057XX 251 22 127
00132 257 18 126 00201 183 50 103 008XX 270 26 158 058XX 253 20 126
00133 256 19 126 00203 167 47 91 009XX 268 27 157 059XX 254 20 126
00134 259 18 128 00205 166 46 91 010XX 252 22 128 060XX 251 22 129
00135 257 18 126 00206 167 48 90 011XX 252 22 128 061XX 251 22 129